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Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery
By Holland, Aldwinckle,
Slater
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, antique Victorian straight* sterling silver canteen of cutlery have been crafted in the Hanoverian pattern
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
19Thc Smoke Ring Pattern Sponge Ware Pitcher
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc Smoke ring pattern stone ware sponge water pitcher.The condition is very good with a minor
Category
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Pottery
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Victorian Newcastle Sterling Silver Runcible Spoons
By John Walton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pattern runcible spoons; an addition to our silver flatware collection.
These exceptional antique
Category
1850s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sheffield Silver Tray
Located in New York, NY
Oval flower pattern silver salver tray with embossed grape pattern border. Raised on scroll shaped
Category
19th Century English Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver
$1,385
"Onslow" Pattern Cream Basket Made in London by Robert Hennell, 1783
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, GB
A rare "Onslow" pattern Cream Basket made in London in 1783 by Robert Hennell.
The Basket stands
Category
18th Century English Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver Serving Spoon
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver serving spoon in the “Louis XV” pattern by Whiting Silver. This
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Loetz Rare Orpheus Pattern Stylised Glass Jug/Vase c1903 -Bohemian
By Loetz Glass
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Unusual Loetz Ophheus pattern stylised Jug/Vase -The well documented Opheus pattern is rare
Category
Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Art Glass
Worcester Porcelain Tureen Old Mosaic Pattern c1775
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : First Period Worcester porcelain Old Mosaic pattern tureen
Date : c1775
Period : George
Category
1770s British George III Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
Chamberlains Worcester
Africa
Pattern Cobalt Blue Plate
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chamberlains Worcester 'Africa' Pattern Cobalt Blue Plate
England, circa 1820s
An exquisite
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
$476 Sale Price
31% Off
Antique Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1835)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pot is supplied with an associate antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver Fiddle pattern spoon
Category
1830s English Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
George Clews Tunstall Chameleon Ware Persian Pattern Jug
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
George Clews Tunstall Chameleon Ware Persian Pattern Jug
A very stylish Art Deco George Clews & Co
Category
1920s British Art Deco Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Pottery
Antique WMF Art Nouveau Empire Pattern Cookie Jar Barrel or Ice Cube Bucket
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Antique Art Nouveau Empire pattern biscuit barrel by WMF.
High quality crafted from silverplated
Category
Early 1900s German Empire Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver Plate
$561 Sale Price
20% Off
“Louis XV” Sterling Silver Fork
Spoon
By Frank Whiting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver fork and spoon in the “Louis XV” pattern by Whiting Silver
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
$550 / set
Regency Herculaneum Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Dish
By Herculaneum Pottery
Located in Downingtown, PA
Regency Revival: Herculaneum Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Printed Dish
Category
Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Pearlware, Pottery
Wedgwood Creamware Hummingbird Butterfly
Flowers Pattern, No. 7961
By Wedgwood
Located in Downingtown, PA
Charming!
Wedgwood Creamware Plates,
Hummingbird Butterfly & Flowers Pattern,
Pattern No. 7961
Category
1860s English Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Creamware, Pottery
Large Arabian Pattern Staffordshire Platter
Located in East Hampton, NY
Large Arabian pattern English Staffordshire platter.
Category
1880s English Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
Regency Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Tazza
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Tazza
Early-19th century
The Spode pottery underglaze blue
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Pearlware, Pottery
Mid 19th Century English Staffordshire Minton Pattern Platter
By Minton
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Minton pattern Well & Tree of Life platter, English, Staffordshire, marked "New Stone" & BB (Best
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
$325 Sale Price
45% Off
Royal Copenhagen Soup Tureen in the "Blue Fluted" Pattern
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Montreal, QC
developed and refined into the ultramarine pattern we know today on the fluted porcelain from Royal
Category
1880s Danish Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
Important Art Noveau Style Heavy Glass French Multi pattern Etched Decanter
Located in New York, NY
Nouveau Style Cut Glass Decanter with Multi Various Patterns of Stenciled Detail. TAKEN OUT OF AN
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Glass
$600 Sale Price
72% Off
Georgian English Sterling Silver Salad Serving Fork
By John Lambe
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian sterling silver bright-cut old English pattern
Category
Early 1800s English George III Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive composite antique sterling silver Old English feather edge
Category
1830s English Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Blue
White Plate 8.25" Staffordshire “Whampoa Pattern” Transferware
Located in Huntington, NY
Staffordshire 8.25” Plate “Whampoa Pattern” Transferware
Category
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
Blue
White plate 8.25” Staffordshire Transferware “Whampoa Pattern”
Located in Huntington, NY
Blue & White plate 8.25” Staffordshire Transferware “Whampoa Pattern”
Category
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
Blue
White plate 8.25” Staffordshire Transferware “Whampoa Pattern”
Located in Huntington, NY
Blue & White plate 8.25” Staffordshire Transferware “Whampoa Pattern”
Category
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
Blue
White Platter
“Thomas Walker” Simla Pattern Transferware
Located in Huntington, NY
Blue & White Platter
“Thomas Walker” Simla Pattern Transferware
Beautiful platter and great
Category
1850s English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic, Ironstone
Boston
Sandwich American Pressed Glass Compote with Pineapple Pattern
By Boston and Sandwich Glass Company
Located in Downingtown, PA
highly popular "Pineapple Pattern" by the renowned Boston & Sandwich Glass Company, dating to the circa
Category
1850s American Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Glass
Set of 5 Antique Champagne Flutes with Etched Pattern, Circa 1900
s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This elegant set of five champagne flutes exudes timeless sophistication, dated around 1900.
Each glass is delicately hand-etched with a motif that beautifully catches the light.
Th...
Category
Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Blown Glass
Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver composite Fiddle pattern flatware
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique William IV Sterling Silver Ice Cream Server
By William Chawner II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique William IV English sterling silver King's pattern
Category
1830s English William IV Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Staffordshire English Ceramic plate Whampoa pattern circa 1842
Located in Huntington, NY
Staffordshire English Ceramic 8.25” Plate / Whampoa pattern circa 1842
Category
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
$160 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Aesthetic Style Sterling Silver Claret Jug
By William Hunter
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver claret jug
Category
1850s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lister
Sons Antique Victorian 1852 Newcastle Sterling Silver Teaspoons
By Lister
Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive set of six antique Victorian Newcastle sterling silver Fiddle pattern
Category
1850s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1814 Scottish Sterling Silver Soup Ladle
By William
Patrick Cunningham
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
& Shell pattern soup ladle, an addition to our silver cutlery collection.
This exceptional and large
Category
Early 19th Century Scottish Georgian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1861)
By Robert Hennell III
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with an associated Fiddle pattern sterling silver spoon, crafted by the London silversmith William
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Silver Overlay
Glass Floral Wine Coaster or Table Trivet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique wine trivet.
With a thick sterling silver overlay in a floral pattern on a glass
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian English Sterling Silver Hanoverian Rat Tail Soup Ladle
By Holland, Aldwinckle,
Slater
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pattern soup ladle; an addition to our silver cutlery collection.
This exceptional Edwardian sterling
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Bohemian Harrach Iridised Glatt Iris Pattern Glass Vase, for Lobmeyr 1875
By J.
L. Lobmeyr Company, Harrach Glassworks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A large rare early Victorian Harrach Glatt Iris vase made for Lobmeyr by Harrach, With an iridised petrol finish and black and white stylised enamelling. The Glatt iris range was the...
Category
1870s Czech Early Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Art Glass
Rörstrand Pagoda Pattern Plate, 19th Century
By Rörstrand
Located in Worcester Park, GB
A rare and richly detailed blue and white earthenware plate by esteemed Swedish porcelain maker Rörstrand, dating to the mid-1800s. Crafted using the classic transferware technique, ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Chinoiserie Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Earthenware
Charles Boyton II Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By Charles Boyton II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
associated hallmarked English, Victorian sterling silver fiddle pattern mustard spoons.
Condition
This
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique 24 Piece English Rare Pattern Dessert Set, circa 1853 Martin Hall
Co.
By Martin, Hall
Co. Ltd.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Set of 24 antique English silver plate lunch dessert knives and forks, circa 1853, Martin Hall & Co
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver
$1,100 Sale Price
33% Off
Worcester Porcelain Trio - Dragons in Compartments Pattern c1770
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
mark to all
Origin : Worcester, England
Colour : Polychrome
Pattern : Dragons in compartments pattern
Category
1770s British George III Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1841)
By Samuel Hayne
Dudley Cater
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional and large mustard pot is supplied with an associated Old English pattern sterling silver spoon
Category
1840s English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
First Period Worcester Porcelain Kempthorne Pattern Trio c1770
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : First Period Worcester porcelain Kempthorne pattern trio
Date : c1770
Period : George
Category
1770s British George III Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
First Period Worcester Porcelain Kempthorne Pattern Trio c1770
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : First Period Worceste rporcelain Kempthorne pattern trio
Date : c1770
Period : George
Category
1770s British George III Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By William Eaton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver composite Fiddle
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Weller Art Pottery Vase With Iris Pattern Signed C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Weller Art Pottery Vase With Iris Pattern Signed C1920
Measures - 9 1/2" x 4" x 4"
This
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Pottery
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Queen Charlotte Pattern Chocolate Cup and Saucer, c1770
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Queen Charlotte Pattern Chocolate Cup and Saucer, c1770
Additional information:
Date : c1770
Category
18th Century English George III Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
Chamberlains Worcester
Africa
Pattern Cobalt Diminutive Tureen
Platter
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chamberlain Worcester 'Africa' Pattern Cobalt Diminutive Tureen & Platter
England, circa 1820s
A
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
$956 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chamberlains Worcester
Africa
Pattern Cobalt Blue Oval Centerpiece
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chamberlains Worcester 'Africa' Pattern Cobalt Blue Oval Centerpiece
England, circa 1820s
A
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
$680 Sale Price
47% Off
Stilton Cheese Scoop by Dominick
Haff- Old English Antique Pattern-Sterling
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sterling silver stilton cheese scoop by Dominick & Haff in the "Old English Antique Pattern
Category
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Blue Transferware Platter, Boatman Pattern
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Blue transferware platter decorated with a pastoral river scene featuring figures in boats, buildings, and trees, framed by a floral border. Rectangular platter form with softly roun...
Category
19th Century English Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century Chinese Export "Rockefeller Pattern" Punch Pot
Located in Dallas, TX
"Rockefeller Pattern" / Chinese Export Famille Rose Mandarin-Pattern punch pot (or large tea pot
Category
18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons
By William Eaton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Albert
Category
1840s British Victorian Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Classic Early Loetz Glass Vase Sphinx Pattern Vase on Spreading Peach c1891
By Loetz Glass
Located in Worcester Park, GB
the top spreading to white below made a pattern recently discovered to be called Sphinx made in 1891
Category
1890s Czech Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Emerald Green Fluted Art Glass Water Pitcher with Coinspot Pattern C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Emerald Green Fluted Art Glass Water Pitcher with Coinspot Pattern C1890
Measures - 9.5"H
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Art Glass
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 19th Century Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile
By Spode, Josiah Spode
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
’ pattern.
Sir William Hamilton’s Collection of Etruscan, Greek and Roman antiquities, first published in
Category
Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Silver Patterns
Materials
Earthenware, Creamware
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Antique Silver Patterns For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique silver patterns for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique silver patterns was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and stoneware. Antique silver patterns have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver patterns are generally popular furniture pieces, but Georgian, Regency and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many antique silver patterns are appealing in their simplicity, but Mason's Ironstone, Spode and Tiffany
Co. produced popular antique silver patterns that are worth a look.
How Much are Antique Silver Patterns?
Antique silver patterns can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $800, while the lowest priced sells for $30 and the highest can go for as much as $120,000.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Silver Patterns
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique china pattern, you can either conduct research using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. If you prefer to perform the research yourself, start by identifying the maker using the backstamps, usually located on the bottoms of china pieces. Once you know who the maker is, search for online catalogues and image galleries and browse them for similar patterns. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique china.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify a sterling silver flatware pattern, start by determining who made the flatware. To do so, search the backs of pieces for a maker's mark and then conduct an online search of trusted resources. Once you know who manufactured your flatware, you can search online catalogues and image galleries on websites devoted to that maker to find the name of your flatware pattern. If you run into any difficulty with the identification process, use the services of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary silverware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The most popular sterling silver flatware pattern is really a matter of preference because so many exist. Some of the most popular include Chantilly, Rondo, Repousse and Grand Baroque. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and contemporary sterling silver flatware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.
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Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
How a Craving for Color Revolutionized Glass
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
1882 Ltd. Looks to the Future of Ceramics in the U.K. with an Eclectic Exhibition and Auction
Faye Toogood and John Pawson are among the list of plate designers.
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Paul Revere Crafted This Silver Coffee Pot 250 Years Ago
Perhaps best known as a Revolutionary War hero, Revere was also an accomplished silversmith, and this pot is now available on 1stDibs.
From Arne Jacobsen to Zaha Hadid, Top Designers Tackle Tableware
Clever objects like these make feasting even more festive.
How the Chunky, Funky Ceramics of 5 Mid-Century American Artists Balanced Out Slick Modernism
Get to know the innovators behind the pottery countercultural revolution.
Ready for a Cinderella Moment? This Glass Handbag Is a Perfect Fit
Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.
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