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Antique Martini Shaker with Brass Top and Glasses
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique martini shaker with brass top and six glasses. All pieces have a hunting scene design.
Category

1910s Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Set, Bellhop Walking a Dachshund and Carrying Cocktails
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker and 6 cocktail glasses decorated in red, white and black enamel on clear
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Striped Cocktail Shaker and 6 Cocktail Glasses, Probably Hazel Atlas
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Seven-piece cocktail shaker set, with bands of closely spaced enamel lines in bright colors on
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Georg Jensen Norwegian Pewter Salt and Pepper Shakers, a Boxed Set of Four
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the original presentation box, two pairs of pewter salt and pepper shakers marked Georg Jensen
Category

Mid-19th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Recipe Cocktail Shaker with Black Enamel Graphics on a Frosted Ground
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker with a domed center-pour chrome lid, the clear glass shaker with cocktail
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Three Piece Cocktails for Two Shaker Set with Red Stylized Typeface
Located in Nantucket, MA
Vintage three piece cocktail shaker set in clear glass with red enamel Art Deco font lettering. The
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Cocktail Shaker, Emerald Green Glass, Black Enameled Lid w/Brass Caps
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco, emerald green glass footed cocktail shaker with a black enameled steel lid having a brass
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Brass, Steel

Art Deco, Paden City, Amber Glass Cocktail Shaker with Chrome Lid Cobalt Foot
By Paden City
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker with a optically ribbed amber glass body of conical form on a round cobalt
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Heisey Rooster Frosted Glass Three-Piece Cocktail Shaker, C. 1920-1930
By Heisey Glass Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An Art Deco period, Heisey glass, tall three-piece cocktail shaker with a frosted Rooster head
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Polar Bear Cocktail Set, Hazel-Atlas, Shaker, Ice Bowl 14 Glasses
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco 16 piece suite of barware from the Sportsmen Series by Hazel-Atlas. Cocktail shaker, ice
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Ruby Red Glass Cocktail Shaker with Chrome Lid and 6 Cocktail Glasses
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker and 6 cocktail / martini glasses. The shaker with tapered body and domed
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chrome and Bakelite Recipe Cocktail Shaker by Forman Bros, Ca. 1930 s
By Revere Copper and Brass, Inc., Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in New York, NY
Classic Art Deco Machine Age chrome cocktail shaker, by Forman Brothers. The Shaker features
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Ruby Glass Cocktail Shaker with 14 Recipes in White Text and Graphics
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco ruby red glass recipe cocktail shaker with 14 recipes in white enamel text and graphics
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Polar Bear Cocktail Set by Hazel-Atlas - Shaker, Ice Bowl 4 Highballs
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco suite of barware from the Sportsmen Series by Hazel-Atlas. Cocktail shaker, ice bowl and
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco, Party Line Cocktail Shaker by Paden City Glass with Built-in Reamer
By Paden City
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pale green glass cocktail shaker in the 'Party Line' pattern by Paden City Glass having a panel
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Urn-Form Chrome Cocktail Shaker with Reeded Bands and Red Lucite Handle
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco chrome cocktail shaker with a translucent red Lucite handle. The urn-form body embellished
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Cocktail Shaker of Clear Glass W/White Pinstripes over a Red Foot Band
Located in Nantucket, MA
Large Art Deco clear glass cocktail shaker with white pinstripe decoration and a wide red band at
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

19th Century French Hand Painted Faience Salt and Pepper Shakers from Saint Malo
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate your dining room table with this colorful antique salt and pepper shaker. Crafted in
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Faience

Antique Sterling Silver Owl Peppers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George V English sterling silver pepper shakers
Category

1910s British Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Chick Pepperettes, 1922
By Berthold Muller
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
shakers modeled in the form of chicks; an addition to our silver cruets or condiments collection These
Category

1920s English Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1920s George V Pair of Sterling Silver Peppers
By Elkington Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver pepper shakers are stylistically modelled in the form of spitzer bullets. The upper
Category

1910s English Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver

1820s Antique Indian Colonial Silver Salt and Pepper
By William Henry Twentyman
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
shakers; an addition to our silver cruets/condiments collection. These exceptional antique Indian
Category

1820s Indian British Colonial Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver

Vintage Condiment Set English Silver Plate Table Rack Pringle Sons, circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
glass with silver plated collars Pair of shakers for salt and pepper respectively Three spirit vessels
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

Chinese Export Silver Repousse Chrythanthemum Cocktail Shaker circ 1900
By Wang Hing Co.
Located in Sarasota, FL
Chinese export silver repousse cocktail shaker with chr.ythanthemum decoration. Marked for
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Figural Salt Shaker of a Pug
Located in Essex, MA
With removable head. In a seated pose.
Category

1890s American Antique Silver Shaker

Chinese Export 800 Silver Cocktail Shaker by Zee Sung, circa 1920s
By Zee Sung
Located in Astoria, NY
A Chinese export 800 silver cocktail shaker with climbing bamboo plants by Zee Sung, circa 1920s.
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Dog Form Salt and Pepper Shakers, Ex Mario Buatta
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful pair of Edwardian sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. In the form of the heads of
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Bi-Plane , WW1 Bi-Plane, Zeppelin Cocktail Shaker
Located in London, GB
in the Form of a WW1 Bi-Plane, English, circa 1920 Superb Large Silver-Plated Zeppelin Cocktail
Category

1920s German Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare Art Deco Longcase Clock / Cocktail Cabinet
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Norwich, GB
, tumblers and silver cocktail sticks with glass slide below the shakers and drip tray to the base. Also
Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Tiffany Aesthetic Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of aesthetic sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each
Category

Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Elephant Sugar Shaker - Caster - Sterling Silver Clear Glass - C 1910
Located in New York, NY
Antique sterling silver and clear glass sugar caster, ca. 1910. Body in clear glass and head in
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Silver Shaker

Unusual Sterling Silver Shaker with Floral Repousse by Tiffany
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Unusual sterling silver shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca. 1887. Cylindrical with
Category

Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver

American Art Deco Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker by Meriden Britannia
By Meriden Britannia Company, International Silver
Located in New York, NY
American Art Deco sterling silver cocktail Shaker, circa 1925. Tapering cylinder with scroll
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Export Silver Chrysanthemum Cocktail Shaker
By Hung Chong Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chinese export silver cocktail shaker, circa 1900. Tapering cup. Cover has curved shoulders and
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver

Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
American Art Deco sterling silver cocktail shaker, ca 1925. Straight and tapering bowl with domed
Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany American Art Deco Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver cocktail shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, circa 1925. Straight
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Large Art Deco Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver cocktail shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, circa 1922. Tapering
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau sterling silver cocktail shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1915. Tapering
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Pug Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers
By Dominick Haff
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver dog-form salt and pepper shakers. Made by Dominick Haff in New York in 1881
Category

1880s American Victorian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Classical Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Classical sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each: Tall
Category

Late 19th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique Tiffany Sterling Silver Salt Pepper Shakers
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, circa 1910
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany American Modern Sterling Silver Party-Size Cocktail Shaker
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Party-size sterling silver cocktail shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1929. Tapering
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Kirk Baltimore Repousse Sterling Silver Salt Pepper Shakers
By S. Kirk Sons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Edwardian sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Made by S. Kirk & Son. Inc. in Baltimore
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Gorham Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Art Nouveau sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Made by Gorham in Providence. Each
Category

Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Aesthetic Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers by Dominick Haff
By Dominick Haff
Located in New York, NY
Pair of aesthetic sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Made by Dominick & Haff in New York in
Category

1880s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique German Sterling Silver Country Girl Salt and Pepper Shakers
By Berthold Muller
Located in New York, NY
Pair of German sterling silver figural salt and pepper shakers, circa 1920. Each: A sturdy country
Category

Early 20th Century German Edwardian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Dominick Haff Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Pug Dog Shakers
By Dominick Haff
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sterling silver dog-form salt and pepper shakers. Made by Dominick & Haff in New York in
Category

1870s American Victorian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Sweet Baby Chicks Silver Gilt Salt and Pepper Shakers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of German gilt 800 silver salt and pepper shakers in form of sweet baby birds, circa 1900
Category

Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Art Deco Bar Set with Cocktail Shaker Cups on Tray
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver bar set. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1925. This set comprises
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Sterling Silver Golf Bag Cocktail Shaker by Derby/International Silver
By International Silver
Located in New York, NY
/International Silver Plate Co, it was the first ever novelty cocktail shaker made. Up until that point they were
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

"Boston Lighthouse" Cocktail Shaker
By International Silver
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful large cocktail shaker in the form of a lighthouse. The International Silver Company.
Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

Golf Cocktail Shaker and Matching Golf Bag Cups
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous and quite rare silver-plated cocktail shaker by the American company, Derby. This cocktail
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A large and beautifully engraved sterling silver cocktail Shaker with an ingenious built-in
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Crystal Cocktail Shaker
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A beautifully engraved sterling silver and crystal cocktail Shaker dating from the early 1930s. The
Category

1920s American Antique Silver Shaker

Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker/Lemonade Jug
Located in New York, NY
Large silver-plated cocktail shaker/lemonade jug, English circa 1920.
Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver-Plated Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco silver-plated cocktail shaker (great classic design), English circa 1920.
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver-plate Cut Crystal Glass Cocktail Shaker
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
Silver plated cut crystal glass cocktail shaker with silver plate cap, strainer and collar. The
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Silver Shaker

Materials

Silver Plate

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Antique Silver Shaker For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique silver shaker for your home. Each antique silver shaker for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. There are many kinds of the antique silver shaker you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver shaker is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Victorian and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one antique silver shaker that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hazel-Atlas, Tiffany Co. and Gorham Manufacturing Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Silver Shaker?

An antique silver shaker can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $675, while the lowest priced sells for $25 and the highest can go for as much as $20,656.

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 Shaker
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, remove the stoppers and empty the vessels completely. Then, wash the shakers by hand using warm water, mild dish soap and a soft cloth. Rinse with warm water, and then dry with a soft towel. Remove tarnishing with a low-abrasive cleaning product designed specifically for silver. Find a selection of antique and vintage salt and pepper shakers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-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, 2022
    Antique 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique 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, 2023
    Whether 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, 2022
    Sterling 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, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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, 2021
    While 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.