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Tiffany
Co. Antique Repousse Silver Plate Coffee or Tea Service Set
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique silverplate tea or coffee service set, including: tea pot, sugar, creamer, bowl
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Service
Materials
Silver Plate
Louis XIV by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 50 Pieces
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Celebrate all of your meals in style with this Louis XIV by Towle sterling silver flatware set
Category
1920s American Louis XIV Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Newport Shell by Frank Smith Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 101 Pcs
By Frank Smith Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Newport shell by Frank Smith sterling silver flatware set, 101 pieces. This pattern was
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Romaine by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Dinner 64 Pcs
By Reed
Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Romaine by Reed and Barton, circa 1933, sterling silver flatware set - 64 pieces. This
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Ewer wine service, cut Crystal handle ornate chiseled solid silver 19th
By Henri Soufflot 1
Located in Paris, FR
19th-century French twisted and hand-engraved crystal ewer with sterling silver mount. The handle
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Service
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
German 800 Silver Flatware Dessert Set Service 18 Pieces Vintage Bird and Wreath
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unusual partial-gilt German 800 silver dessert set with bird, wreath and bow motif 18 pieces. This
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Silver
Fairfax by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12, Set in Gold 48 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fairfax by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces.
Gold flatware is on trend and makes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Saint Dunstan by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 72 pcs Din
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Incredible Dinner Size Saint Dunstan by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware set - 72 pieces
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Palm by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 126 Pcs Dinner
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
& Co. sterling silver Flatware set - 126 pieces. This pattern was patented in the year 1871 and
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Olympian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 252 Pc Dinner
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
. sterling silver Flatware set - 252 pieces. This set includes:
12 Large Dinner Size Knives with Blunt
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Olympian by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 48 Pc Dinner
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
silversmith in the United States."
Superb Dinner Size Olympian by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver Flatware set
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Style Antique Victorian Silver Plate Tea and Coffee Service Set
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous assembled antique Victorian silver plate service set, including three tea or coffee pots
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Service
Materials
Silver Plate
New Queens by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 96 Pieces Shell
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
New Queens by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 96 pieces. This timeless, classic, shell-motif
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tipt by Walker
Hall Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 56 Pcs Dinner
By Walker
Hall
Located in Big Bend, WI
have wonderful pistol-grip handles.
Stunning "Tipt" by Walker & Hall (England) sterling silver
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Madeleine by Peter Hertz Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 72 pc
By Peter Hertz
Located in Big Bend, WI
, Jacob and Sally continued the silver tradition and opened the first silver factory to use electricity in
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Persian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 24 Service 147 Pcs
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
absolutely striking with its ornate design. It is a beautiful example of the silver makers art.
Edward
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lady Diana by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 48 pieces Dinner
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Lady Diana by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware set - 48 pieces. This set includes:
8
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Mother of Pearl, Sheffield Silver
Ormolu Dessert Service, 1870
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English mother of pearl, Sheffield silver and Ormolu dessert service in original box, circa
Category
19th Century English Antique Silver Service
Materials
Silver Plate, Ormolu
Castilian by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Lunch 51 Pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
. flatware is a masterpiece of form and function.
We buy silver. Please inquire.
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Romaine by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Dinner 198 Pc
By Reed
Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Romaine by Reed and Barton circa 1933 Sterling Silver flatware set - 198 pieces. This
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marlborough by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 56 Pc
By Reed
Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Marlborough by Reed and Barton sterling silver flatware set - 56 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Regency Period sterling silver tea and coffee service made in London in 1815
By Napthali Hart
Located in London, London
Silver Tea Set, features acanthus and scroll feet, and engraved decoration throughout as well as an
Category
1810s English Regency Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vendome by Peter Hertz Danish Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 51 Pcs
By Peter Hertz
Located in Big Bend, WI
, Jacob and Sally continued the silver tradition and opened the first silver factory to use electricity in
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century English Sheffield Hall Marked Silver Table Service with Case
By Frederick Elkington
Located in London, GB
A fine Sheffield hall marked silver cased table service by Frederick Elkington
The seven piece
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Service
Materials
Silver
Bremer German 800 Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon "W" Mono 58 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
master butter, 7 5/8".
One pickle fork, 2-tine, 7 1/2".
One salad serving set, all-silver, 8 1/4".
One
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XIV by Towle Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set for 8 Service 78 Pieces
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Louis XIV by Towle dinner size sterling silver flatware set of 78 pieces. This set includes
Category
1920s Louis XIV Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Colonial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 70 Pcs Dinner
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old Colonial by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 70 pieces. This set includes:
8 dinner knives
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
12 Minton Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Overlay Service or Dinner Plates
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 12 Minton service plates is a rare example of Minton's sterling silver overlay. Most
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Service
Materials
Porcelain, Paste
Lap over Edge Plain by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Service
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lap over edge by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware set of 44 pieces in original vintage box
Category
1880s Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Beaded by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 56 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size beaded by Georg Jensen sterling silver flatware set, 56 pieces. This set includes:
8
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Florentine by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 160 Pcs
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
In 1847, Tiffany & Co. introduced its first sterling silver flatware pattern. The world quickly
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Reed and Barton Silver Plate Tea and Coffee Service Set
Located in Queens, NY
Edwardian 5-piece silver plate tea and coffee service comprised of a creamer, a lidded sugar bowl
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Service
Lady Washington by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 109 Pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
.
Rare Martha Washington by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 109 pieces. This service includes:
12
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Atlanta by Wallace Irving Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 66 Pieces
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old Atlanta by Wallace Irving sterling silver flatware set of 66 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
Category
1890s Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Springfield by Unger Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 156 Pc Dinner "S" Mono
By Unger Brothers
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Springfield by Unger Bros, circa 1900 sterling silver dinner and luncheon flatware set of 156
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victoria by Shiebler Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set for 12 Service 84 Pcs
By George Shiebler
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Victoria by Shiebler circa 1894 sterling silver dinner and luncheon flatware set of 84 pieces
Category
1890s Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Imperial Queen by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware 12 Set Service 54 Pcs Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size imperial queen sterling silver flatware set with shell motif, 54 pieces. This set
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lillemor by Marthinsen 830 Silver Flatware Service 12 Dessert Set 36 Pcs Norway
By Thorvald Marthinsen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lillemor by Marthinsen, Norway, pierced handle 830 Silver Dessert set - 36 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marlborough by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner 40 Pc
By Reed
Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Marlborough by Reed and Barton sterling silver flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XIV by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service Dinner 65 Pieces
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Celebrate all of your meals in style with this Louis XIV by Towle sterling silver flatware set
Category
1920s American Louis XIV Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rhythm by Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Dinner Set 109 Pieces
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wallace sterling silver brings elegance to any table setting. Established in 1835, Wallace is a
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vendome by Peter Hertz Danish 830s Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 55 Pieces
By Peter Hertz
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vendome by Peter Hertz Danish Scandinavian Moderne 830S silver flatware set with modern ball and
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Service
Materials
Silver
Federal Cotillion by Frank Smith Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 61 Pcs
By Frank Smith Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Federal Cotillion by Frank Smith sterling silver flatware set of 61 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Madam Jumel by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 190 Pcs Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental dinner and regular size Madam Jumel by Whiting sterling silver Flatware set, 190 pieces
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Buttercup by Gorham Sterling Silver 12 Service Flatware Set Place Size 113 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental place size Buttercup by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 113 pieces. This set
Category
1890s Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
King by Dominick
Haff Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Service 100 Pcs
By Dominick
Haff
Located in Big Bend, WI
Massive King by Dominick and Haff, sterling silver flatware set of 110 pieces with classic shell
Category
1880s Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Federal Cotillion by Frank Smith Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 72 Pcs
By Frank Smith Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Federal Cotillion by Frank Smith sterling silver flatware set - 72 Pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marlborough by Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 52 Pieces
By Reed
Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Marlborough by Reed and Barton sterling silver flatware set - 52 pieces. This set includes: eight
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XV by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 90 Pieces
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Large Louis XV by Whiting Sterling Silver flatware set - 90 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lady Claire by Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 66 pieces
By The Stieff Co. 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lady Claire by Stieff bright-cut Sterling Silver Flatware set - 66 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Flemish by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 50 Pieces
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Flemish by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware set of 50 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Henin and Cie French Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 112 Pcs Dinner Size
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Henin and Cie French 950 sterling silver set with beautiful leaf design - 112 pieces. This set
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Baronial Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 120 pc Lion Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding Dinner & Luncheon Size Old Baronial by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set with lion
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marquise by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 89 Pieces
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Marquise by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver flatware set - 89 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 142 pcs "L" Mono
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 142 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ornamental #19 by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 129 Pc Grape
By Georg Jensen
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare handmade ornamental #19 by Georg Jensen sterling silver flatware set with superb pierced Art
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
Windham by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 159 Pieces, Huge
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
masterpiece of form and function.
Huge Windham by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware set of 159 pieces
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Service
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Antique Silver Service For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique silver service you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every item from our selection of antique silver service was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique silver service — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of antique silver service, those designed in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made option in this array of antique silver service has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany
Co., Gorham Manufacturing Company and Reed and Barton are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Silver Service?
The average selling price for a piece of antique silver service at 1stDibs is $4,905, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $450,000 for the highest priced.
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 Service
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The value of a sterling silver tea service is based on its age, maker, and the pieces included. A sterling set can start at $1,000 but the value can be a wide range. If it is sterling, it will typically have a hallmark of .925. This demonstrates that the piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. Simply put, the more pieces you have in the set, the more it will be worth. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver tea service on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A silver tea service set’s prices can range based on age, maker, and pieces included. Most sterling silver sets will start at $1,000.00. The most desirable silver tea sets are those that include a tray and many different types of pieces.
- 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 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 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 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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