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Rare Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds, Hayashi Kodenji
Located in Queens, NY
A Rare Japanese Meiji Period Lobed Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Kingfisher and Reeds
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Copper, Enamel

A lobed cloisonné enamel dish depicting a Ryu dragon
Located in Milano, IT
rendered in shaded enamels in tones of green, light blue, pink, and yellow, outlined by fine silver wires
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Antique Russian Pan-Slavic Silver Shaded Enamel Tea Strainer, Nikolai Alekseyev
Located in New York, NY
fine and detailed silver wire work on the borders of the enamel decoration and a traditional Russian
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Vermeil, Silver, Enamel

A Large Cloisonné Enamel Vase decorated with flowers and butterflies. Meiji Era
Located in London, GB
century) Of a tapered baluster shape worked in silver wire and decorated with various flowers and
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19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

A Large Japanese Cloisonne Ginbari baluster vase . Meiji period.
Located in London, GB
worked in silver wire of a different gauge decorated with a phoenix and butterflies amongst foliage
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19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

A cloisonné vase with a composition of irises and aquatic plants
Located in Milano, IT
A cloisonné vase in polychrome enamels and silver wires, of slender form, decorated with a dense
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

1920 Bezalel Silver Filigree Bracelet – Handmade Jerusalem Artistry
Located in New York, NY
lace-like filigree work, showcasing the artisan’s command of silver wire manipulation. Each link is
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Early 20th Century Israeli Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Italian Hanging Jardiniere Wall Planters
Located in New York, NY
acanthus and paterae open work banding with silver wire tassel below. Italy, 19th century. Dimensions: 16
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Metal

Antique Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tray George III 1780s
Located in London, GB
copper between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat it in a furnace and then mill it out
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1780s George III Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Stork Blossoming Garden Vases At
Located in Long Island City, NY
Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Stork Blossoming Garden Vases Silver wire high
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plated 18th Century
Located in London, GB
developed was to sandwich an ingot of copper between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat
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1780s English George III Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sheffield Plate

A Fine Japanese cloisonne enamel Vase by OTA TOSHIRO . Meiji period
Located in London, GB
form with a narrow neck, worked in gold and silver wire and decorated with a delicate white rose in
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19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Antique George III Silver Plate Wine / Champagne Cooler Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
developed was to sandwich an ingot of copper between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat
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1810s English George III Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Jantar Necklace, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
woven silver wire cords, anchored in the back with a circular lotus repoussé clasp. These necklaces were
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Late 19th Century Nepalese Artisan Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Antique Regency Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn Samovar 19th Century
Located in London, GB
plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat it in a furnace and then mill it out in to sheet, from
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1820s Regency Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver on Copper Basket, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
developed was to sandwich an ingot of copper between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat
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1780s English George III Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms, Ota Tamashiro
Located in Queens, NY
A Japanese Meiji Period Silver-Wire Cloisonné Enamel Vase with Cherry Blossoms and Narcissus
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Silver-Plated Metal Wire Basket / Vide-Poches
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and fine Basket / vide-poches is made of silver-plated metal wire. This is a French work
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Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Metal

Antique Ceylonese Carved Rosewood Ebony Ivory Silver Specimen Inlaid Table 1850
Located in Portland, OR
with chevron inlay of ebony & ivory inset into silver wire borders, below is a cushion moulded frieze
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1850s Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Miniature Vases Birds in Cherry
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of antique Japanese, late Meiji period, silver wire enamel vases. Each vase has an amphora
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

A Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel vase attributed to Ando Jubei
By Ando Jubei
Located in London, GB
large baluster Cloisonne-Enamel vase worked in musen and silver wire of varying gauge and decorated with
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bamboo and Birds
Located in Long Island City, NY
worked in silver wire and enamels, set against a blue ground. Circa late 19th century Dimensions: 7 1/4
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Victorian Sterling Silver and Jet Carnelian Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
completed by simple sterling silver wires. A unique pair, these earrings would be perfect for any jet
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1880s Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Silver-Plated Metal Wire Basket / Vide-Poches
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice basket / vide-poches is made of silver-plated metal wire. This is a French work. Circa
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Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Metal

A Fine pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel vases Attributed to Honda Yasaburō
Located in London, GB
Each of baluster form, worked in polychrome enamels and silver wire on a mottled dark-brown enamel
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19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Fruit bowl in embossed silver with movable double-wire handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Fruit bowl in embossed silver with double-wire mobile handle. Metal: Silver. Origin
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19th Century European Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

A High Quality Pair of Meiji Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria and Bird
Located in Long Island City, NY
decorated with silver wire and colored enamels to depict a tranquil scene of two sparrows perched on a
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Flying Cranes Vase
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large antique Japanese, Meiji era, Silver wire enamel over brass copper vase. Circa: 1900s. The
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Copper

High Quality Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Iris Flowers
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel over gilt copper vase. with silver wire The unusual
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Arts Crafts Agate Bead Necklace
Located in Northampton, MA
beads measuring 10mm to 14m, linked with hand-twisted silver wire. The spring clasp appears to be
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Agate, Silver

Arts 
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Arts 
Crafts Agate Bead Necklace
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A Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase and Cover. Meiji Period
Located in London, GB
sided cloisonne vase and cover made in gold and silver wire with dragons and phoenix birds in different
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bamboo And Gold Bird Hayashi School
Located in Long Island City, NY
sloping shoulders is finely worked in silver wire and adorned with a polychrome design representing bamboo
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Set of Two Silver-Plated Metal Wire Baskets / Vide-Poches
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and fine set of two baskets / vide-poches is made of silver-plated metal wire. This is a
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Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Metal

Silver fruit centerpiece with wire rack, wood handle and oval base
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver fruit bowl centerpiece with rack, removable handle with wood in the center and
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19th Century European Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Antique Chinese Hairpin Flowers Butterfly Silver Brass Metal Wire Glass
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This most amazing hair pin was handcrafted in China in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. It is designed as a bouquet of flowers with a butterfly.
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Brass

Antique Golden Age Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Chrysanthemums And Sparrows Vase
Located in Long Island City, NY
with foliage, floral and swirl patterns made in the Cloisonne technique. All silver wire very high
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Yemenite Jewish Bridal Bracelet – Silver Filigree Dowry Ornament
Located in New York, NY
adorned with an elaborate pattern of floral and geometric motifs formed from twisted silver wires and
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Late 19th Century Yemeni Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Georgian Silver Floral Diamond Cluster Earrings 14k Gold Ear Wires, 1830s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sparkle. The silver clusters are suspended from 14k gold ear wires, a classic early 19th‑century
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Oval Frame with Chrysanthemums, Manner of Hayashi
Located in Long Island City, NY
silver wire chrysanthemums, accompanied by smaller red and purple blossoms at the base, each flower
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Turkish Bath Clog With Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Turkish bath clog, or Nalin, walnut with mother of pearl and silver wire inlay
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Late 19th Century Turkish Other Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Lead

A Fine Pair of Japanese Cloisonné-Enamel Vases with Swallows and Parrots. 19th C
Located in London, GB
splayed foot, finely worked in coloured enamels and silver wire on a turquoise ground. One side decorated
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19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

19th Century Indian Bidri Metal Hookah Base
Located in London, GB
, created using an intricate technique which involves inlaying silver wires into a metal surface which is
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19th Century Indian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Metal

Silver Ring with Spiralled Terminals and Axe-Motif. Balkans, 1st–2nd century AD.
Located in London, GB
reinforced with wrapped silver wire, securing the decorative composition. The surface shows a soft grey
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Fine Korean Iron Box with Silver Inlay Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
", in which the silver wires were hammered into the scorched iron surface to create the elaborate design
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19th Century Korean Other Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Copper, Iron

Antique Pair of English Old Sheffield Entree Dishes 18th Century
Located in London, GB
copper between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat it in a furnace and then mill it out
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1780s Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver Plate

Georgian Foil-Backed Paste Earrings in Silver Pie-Crust Mounts with 18K Wires
Located in Northampton, MA
shimmering paste gemstones set in crimped, pie-crust silver collets and finished with hand-wrought 18k gold
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Circa 1880-1910 Japanese Cloisonne Vase
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1880-1910 Japanese cloisonne vase. Fine, elegant example. Silver mounted & silver wire
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Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Italian Venetian Shoes Leather and Silk Embroidered Framed
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
survivor is embroidered in silk threads and silver wire thread. Leather soles. Beautiful pair of Antique
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1880s Italian Baroque Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Leather, Silk

Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases with Kirin, Tiger, Dragon and Phoenix M
Located in Long Island City, NY
A superb pair of Japanese cloisonné vases from the Meiji period, each finely worked in silver wire
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Stud Earrings 3ct Old Cut Diamond On A Wire Silver and Gold
Located in Firenze, IT
Each earring is set with an old-cut diamond in silver and 18 karat gold; Old mine cut weighing
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Late 19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Kashmiri Silver Filigree Rosewater Sprinkler (Gulaab Pash), Late 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
the delicate naqashi filigree technique—each element shaped from twisted silver wire and assembled
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Antique Regency Wine Cooler Old Sheffield Plate 19th Century
Located in London, GB
developed was to sandwich an ingot of copper between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat
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1820s English Regency Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Hayashi School Cloisonné Vase Pair, Meiji Period with Tomobako
Located in Newark, England
worked in silver wire of varying gauges, their scales and tendrils executed with remarkable detail
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Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Butterfly Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese, Meiji era, Silver wire enamel vase attributed to Hayashi Kodenji, Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Italian 19th Century Silver Leaf Fragments Made into Wired Table Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian silver leaf carved urn architectural fragments from the 19th century, turned into
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19th Century Italian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver Leaf

Meiji Period Bronze Figure of a Noh, With Mask
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
delicate silver wire inlay, showcasing the artisan's skill and artistry. Signed on the back, it bears the
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Carved Jadeite Vase and Cover, Qing Dynasty, Ex. C.T. Loo
Located in Austin, TX
a spray of lingzhi in its beak. The vase sits on a fitted hardwood Stand with silver wire inlay
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Jade, Silver

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Antique Silver Wire For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique silver wire you’re looking for. An antique silver wire — often made from metal, wire and silver — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique silver wire 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 wire, designed in the Art Deco, Georgian or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique silver wire over the years, but those crafted by Gien, Villeroy Boch and Interi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Silver Wire?

The average selling price for an antique silver wire at 1stDibs is $748, while they’re typically $114 on the low end and $15,039 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Silver Wire
  • 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 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 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 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.