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19th Century French Vernis Martin Vitrine Display Cabinet
Located in London, GB
Martin brothers perfected the process with inclusions in the varnish, sprinkling spangles of silver
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1880s French Louis XV Antique Silver Wire

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Ormolu

Antique French Vernis Martin Vitrine Display Cabinet 19th Century
By Vernis Martin
Located in London, GB
, sprinkling spangles of silver plated copper wire into the wet varnish ground. Highly praised by Voltaire, it
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1880s French Louis XV Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Large Vernis Martin Bombe Display Cabinet 19th Century
Located in London, GB
perfected the process with inclusions in the varnish, sprinkling spangles of silver plated copper wire into
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1870s French Louis XV Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1880) Cloisonné Vase Geese in Flight Flowers 12”
Located in Portland, OR
mastery in the Meiji era and involves adorning a metal base, often copper or silver, with delicate wire
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Copper, Enamel

"Day Flying Kites" British Country Side Impressionist Oil Painting with Figures
Located in New York, NY
wonderful silvered wood frame with hanging wire on verso. Art measures 23.5 x 28.5 inches Frame measures
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Early 20th Century Impressionist Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Oil, Panel

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Onyx and Cloisonné Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
enamel, cut gemstones or glass are inlaid on metal amidst silver or gold wires strip borders.
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Wire

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Onyx

Pair of Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases
Located in Hudson, NY
soldering thin wires of silver, gold or copper to the base metal, different compartments can be separated
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Silver Wire

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Enamel

Antique French Vernis Martin Salon Open Armchair Druce Co 19th Century
Located in London, GB
varnish, sprinkling spangles of silver plated copper wire into the wet varnish ground. Highly praised by
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1870s French Antique Silver Wire

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Walnut

Antique Chinese Export Silver Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
at bottom. With glass, silk lining, velvet back, and hinged easel silver wire support. Marked
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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Antique Plique a Jour Beaker in Rich Blue and Red
Located in New York, NY
stylized flower heads in rondels and beaded and guilloche borders. Colors red and blue. Silver gilt wire
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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Pair Of William 1V Old Sheffield Wine Coasters, Dated Circa 1830
Located in London, GB
, are silver wire edges to hide the copper, which authenicate the time period. This magnificent pair of
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1830s English William IV Antique Silver Wire

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Sheffield Plate

Late 19th Century Wire Tazza
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Whimsical wire tazza with curly hanging medallions; late 19th century American.
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Wire

19th Century Wire Glass Carrier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wire was used for a variety of purposes - this carrier was meant to hold eight glasses or tumblers
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19th Century French Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Wire

Exquisite Pair of Silver Urn Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamps have been recently wired with clear silver wires and are in working order.
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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Wire

Sterling Silver Micromosaic Heart Pin
Located in Madison area, WI
tessarae tiles, this masterful piece offers shading and depth, and interwoven braided sterling silver wire
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Harp Brooch Silver, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
set in Silver and features beautiful Silver wires across the front to form the strings of the harp
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1860s British Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Agate, Silver

Japanese Meiji Period "Koi" Cloisonné enamel box. c. 1900
Located in New York, NY
JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) Japan “Koi” covered box c.1900 Cloisonné with silver wire
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel, Foil, Wire

Secessionist Wall Mirror with Mother-of-pearl Inlays, circa 1920s
Located in Vienna, Vienna
. The cord is shrouded with silver wire. On the reverse a pale carpenters address is burnt in.
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1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Cherry, Mirror, Mother-of-Pearl, Nutwood, Oak

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Carved Earrings, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Jet is highly collectable and sought after worldwide. Set with Silver wires. Lovey deep high relief
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Antique 1910s Art Nouveau Turquoise Majolica Butterfly Catcher Trivet
Located in Seguin, TX
Turquoise majolica plate with boy catching a butterfly. Wrapped in wire with feet to use as a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Wire

Greco-Roman Period Bronze Patera Handle Ending in a Ram’s Head
Located in Zurich, Canton Zurich
reminding of a saucepan. The ribbed handle ends in a Ram’s head, the neck collar inlaid with a silver wire
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15th Century and Earlier Bulgarian Classical Greek Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Bronze

Gemstone Statement Objet D Art Necklace by Jane Magon Collections in Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
, Israeli cut garnets, and brown jade. Wire wrapped on sterling silver wire with a sterling silver toggle
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17th Century Australian Artisan Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Agate, Amber, Carnelian, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Tiger s Eye, Othe...

Pair of 19th Century Silver Gilt Urns Candlesticks Now Wired as Lamps
Located in Natchez, MS
Pair of 19th century silver gilt urn form candlesticks now wired as lamps with silk shades.
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19th Century Italian Antique Silver Wire

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bottle Vase – Namikawa Yasuyuki (1845-1927)
Located in Christchurch, GB
wires upon a vibrant turquoise ground, the neck and foot rims finished in gilt bronze with a silver
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Gold, Silver, Enamel

Early 19th Century Gold Drawerer from Aston Works, Birmingham
Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
leather strap rolled around that. The roll of gold or silver wire would be fitted to one end and then then
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Leather, Elm, Oak, Pine

Antique Eastern European Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
wire base and red, blue, and green glass-paste gemstones. At the base is a silver screw (a later
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18th Century Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Gilt Metal

Rivaud Silver and Gold Cufflinks
By Rivaud
Located in New York, NY
A very original pair of cufflinks: the decorative element consists of four silver balls and twisted
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20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

19th C Italian Silver Gilt Floor Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
19th c Italian hand carved wooden floor lamp with aged silver gilt. Wired and working
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19th Century Italian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Antique Edwardian Drop Earrings Silver Paste, circa 1915
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- These fabulous long antique Sterling Silver, old
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Victorian long Pendent Ear Chandeliers
Located in Antwerp, BE
. 1880 Material: Silver on 18K yellow gold wires. Precious stones: 180 white strass (also called paste
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Italian Silver Gilded Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Italian chandelier, two tiers, nine arms, silver gilded,not wired
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19th Century Baroque Revival Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Art Deco Paste Amethyst Silver Gold Earrings, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- These fabulous long Sterling Silver and Gold
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1920s British Art Deco Antique Silver Wire

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

A Huge Pair Antique Elkington Sheffield Silver Plate Candelabra Circa 1853 30"
Located in London, GB
between two plates of silver, tightly bind it with wire, heat it in a furnace and then mill it out in to
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Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase – Namikawa Yasuyuki
Located in Christchurch, GB
and other native flora with extensive use of silver and gilt wires upon a dark blue ground, the
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Wire

Edward F. Caldwell Co., Silvered Bronze Neoclassical Table Lamp, 19th Century
By Edward F. Caldwell Co.
Located in New York, NY
This lamp has been re-silvered and re-wired. It is not stamped with Caldwell Signature. New York
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Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Silver Wire

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Bronze

Antique Gold and Electroplated Brooch Thorvaldsen s Venus, Mars and Vulcan, 1880
Located in Antwerp, BE
, as in the formation of silver chloride on silver wire to make silver/silver-chloride electrodes
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1880s Unknown Empire Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Turquoise Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
center pearl. Set in silver and the earrings have silver ear wires. These are most likely French in
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Antique Georgian Chandelier, circa 1750-1770
Located in Bredgar, Kent
this age. Metal work is silver plated. Currently not wired for electricity but can be sympathetically
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Mid-18th Century Great Britain (UK) Georgian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Antique Victorian Paste Earrings, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
genuine pair of Silver antique Victorian Paste drop earrings, Circa 1880. Adorned with white and green
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Large Paste Earrings, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
the production of coloured glass pastes. The earrings are set in Silver with 18ct Gold wires, the
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Early Victorian Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
gold back-to-front ear wires. Materials: silver, 14k rose gold, 20 x approximately 2mm rose cut
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Silver Wire

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Crystal Chandelier
Located in New Orleans, LA
French 8 arm crystal chandelier in a silver frame. US wired
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19th Century French Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Crystal

18th Century Italian Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Italian Chandelier from the 18th century. Carved wood and metal with a slight silver gilt
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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Silver Wire

Chinese Dragon and flower Painting on Emerald Green Cloisonné Vase, 1910s
Located in Paris, FR
object and attaching silver and gold wires. The wires remained visible in the finished piece, separating
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Early 20th Century Chinese Taisho Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Chinese Cloisonné Box in the Shape of a Peach
Located in Brisbane, Queensland
this colorful expression of Chinese art. By soldering thin wires of silver, gold or copper to the base
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Vases with Handles
Located in Brisbane, Queensland
exhibited in this colorful expression of Chinese art. By soldering thin wires of silver, gold or copper to
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Early 20th Century Chinese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Recently Restored Twelve-Light Antique Victorian Chandelier
By F. C. Osler
Located in Bredgar, Kent
pans. Metalwork is finished in silver plate and clear lacquer. Wired for electricity with SES lamp
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1850s British Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Cut Glass

19th Century French Officer Sword Made by Fonson
Located in Charleston, SC
scrolls. Leather grip bound with silver gilt twisted wire. Pommel in gided brass and of the Phrygian
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19th Century Belgian Empire Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Earrings
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
and polished to perfection with a central swinging pendulum. They are set on silver wire hooks with a
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1860s British Victorian Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Victorian Period Sterling Silver Wire Picture Frame
By Deakin Francis
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period, sterling silver wire picture frame with blue velvet back, Birmingham, England
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1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Wire

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Sterling Silver

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel and Silver Wire Vases
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of identical Japanese silver wire and enamel vases, circa: 1940s. The baluster form vases
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Fine Japanese Silver Wire Miniature Cloisonne Vase, Meiji Period
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
wisteria & exotic flora finely worked in silver wire and enamels, set against an indigo blue ground.  
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Vase with Silver Wire Work
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A very fine antique Japanese cloisonne vase with silver wire work, Meiji period, This vase has a
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1860s Japanese Antique Silver Wire

Beautiful North African Box Richly Decorated with Silver Wire, Late 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful North African Box richly decorated with silver wire, very exquisite craftmanship
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Late 19th Century African Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Silver

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase with Sparrow s over Wav
Located in Long Island City, NY
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase with Sparrow's over Waves An antique
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Enamel

Rare Forest Green Silver Wire Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Rooster Vase
Located in Long Island City, NY
A rare high quality large antique Japanese, late Meiji period, Silver wire and enamel over copper
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire Enamel Vase Birds in Garden with Bl
Located in Long Island City, NY
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire Enamel Vase Birds in Garden with Blossoming Wisteria
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Wire

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Enamel

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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 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 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 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 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.