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2 Authentic Ancient Roman Coins and 3 Imperial Marbles Silver Bracelet
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite sterling silver bracelet features the remarkable addition of two authentic Roman
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

2 Authentic Ancient Roman Coins and 3 Imperial Marbles Silver Bracelet
Located in Roma, IT
This exquisite sterling silver bracelet features the remarkable addition of two authentic Roman
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Era Old Mine Cut Diamond Silver Topped Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a 15k rose gold curb link chain with a pressure push/pull hinge and safety chain. The perfect
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

French 1900s Silver Filigree Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Long necklace in silver, crab hallmark. This magnificent antique long necklace is made up of an oval cable mesh separated by an oval pattern with openwork filigree. The clasp is a sp...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

HOW MILNE - Prologues An Important Livery Collar
Located in London, GB
charitable acts, joined with an elaborate linked chain, with Celtic knots & foliage. Exhibited: 1910 Arts
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Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sterling Silver

Antique silver bracelet with citrine and pearls, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Victorian bracelet made of 0.900 sterling silver and 5 natural faceted citrines with a
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Early Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver, 10th Royal Hussars Officer Busby Inkwell
By Edward H. Stockwell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
bears the original cast and applied sterling silver gilt textured curb chain chin-strap accented with a
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1870s British Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
XIX century Necklace in openwork rose gold adorned with a silver drapery composed of crimped floral garlands set with roses and pearls, three pendants each adorned with pearls, in an...
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Mid-19th Century French Edwardian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Racing Chain Car Pneus Jenatzy Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, circa 1903
By Georges Gaudy
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
A beautiful and exceptionally rare racing chain car enamel cigarette case, circa 1903, with an
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Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

George III Silver Bosun’s Pipe and Chain on H.M.S. Victory Oak, 1796
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A George III silver bosun’s pipe and chain on H.M.S. Victory oak, 1796. The pipe or whistle is
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1790s English Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver

Vintage Norwegian Silver Guilloche Enamel Pendant
Located in Pasadena, CA
made into a pendant paired with a 16" sterling chain. This eye-catching pendant is in the style of
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace C.1920
Located in Toronto, ON
Art Nouveau Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace with sterling chain and connectors. The round well made
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vase with Four Smaller Vases
By Watson Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
four matching smaller vases connected by a sterling silver chain. This would make a beautiful
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1920s American Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arts Crafts Sterling Citrine Amethyst Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
pendant to a unique sterling chain. The beautiful chain holds 5 amethyst stones and 2 citrine stones
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau 18kt + Sterling Carved Opal Diamond + Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
simple sterling chain. The floral decorated frame is fairly wide and has an ornately decorated surface
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1910s Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Book Chain
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This Victorian era necklace is known as a 'book' chain and has been manufactured from sterling
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19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Fancy link sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, fob
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique, Victorian era, sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Lovely fancy
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19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Crescent Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
sterling chain. The crescent is lined with beautiful rose cut cut diamonds, which have a total approximate
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage, Art Deco era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Nice chunky
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Diamond Tulip Lorgnette, 14 Karat Gold
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
sterling chain is sold separately It is 62 inches long at a price of $ 1875.00.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Sterling Silver Victorian Chain Mesh Purse
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian sterling silver chain mesh purse with a beautiful etching along the top clasp
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1890s American Late Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver

John Hardy Classic Chain Men s Bracelet, Sterling Silver 925 Link
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: John Hardy Design: Classic Chain Metal Content: Sterling Silver Style: Link Fastening
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19th Century Unknown Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian 3.00 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
from a simple sterling chain. The sterling topped gold pendant features two sparkling links that
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace Hallmarked Birmingham 1883
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Hallmarked Birmingham 1883 Makers Mark M J G
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Oval Engraved Locket Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 A fabulous, Victorian silver book chain
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Collar Enamel Locket Necklace original Box
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 The most fabulous example of Victorian
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Mono "MPM" Victorian Chain Mesh Purse with Silver Beads
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian sterling silver chain mesh purse with a beautiful etching along the top clasp. The
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1890s Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Plique-à-jour Scarab Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
base, adding lovely movement. The spectacular centerpiece hangs from a sterling chain that has been
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly handsome antique, Edwardian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Lovely chunky
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Choker Link Chain Watch Fob Necklace c1880s
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Sterling Silver watch chain Necklace with distinctive elaborate fetter links; measuring
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Vintage BARRY KIESELSTEIN-CORD Silver Sterling Silver 14k Crocodile Head Chain
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage BARRY KIESELSTEIN-CORD necklace comes in a sterling silver chain link featuring a 14k gold
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19th Century Antique Sterling Chain

Victorian Shakudo Dragon Fob and Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
Shakudo link chains. The silver and 14kt yellow gold fob depicts an exotic Japanese dragon, complete with
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1880s Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Book Chain Necklace, Collar Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian silver collar or book chain necklace. There is so much detailing
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19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Floral Silver Locket Book Chain Aesthetic Movement
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
sterling locket measures 2" x 1 1/2" x 3/8"; with the bail, the measurement is 2 3/8". The locket hangs
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Large Niello Heart Locket and Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
darker silver is shimmering. This piece is accompanied by a simple, satin toned silver book chain that is
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Niello, Sterling Silver

Victorian Shakudo Mixed Metals Watch Chain with Carnelian Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
, creating a wonderful alternating pattern! Two strands of chain meet at a sterling watch swivel clasp at one
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1880s Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

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Carnelian, Sterling Silver, Shakudo

Victorian Silver Photo Locket and Book Chain Collar Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Superb Victorian Antique Book Chain Collar Necklace and Sterling Silver beautifully engraved photo
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1890s British Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Fancy Link Chain, Leaves
Located in NEWARK, GB
A most beautiful and elaborate, antique, Victorian era sterling silver collar necklace. This is
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19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Coral Lavalier Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
the necklace is accompanied by a delicate sterling silver chain. The chain secures with a spring ring
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1910s Edwardian Antique Sterling Chain

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Antique Gold and Niello Watch Chain or Long Guard
Located in Baltimore, MD
Wonderful Victorian watch chain that can be wrapped around the neck at least three times. Niello is
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

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9k Gold, Sterling Silver

19th Century Antique Silver Hymenée Torches Negligé Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
an alternating curb chain holding a motif consisting of Hymenée torches enclosed by a knot, the whole
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Textured Contemporary Pendant Necklace, Sterling Silver Modified Cable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed Sterling Silver as stamped Chain Style: Modified Cable Chain: length 17
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19th Century Unknown Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond and Ruby Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
gold and sterling silver and has an elegant chandelier design. The pendant hangs from a thin sterling
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Horse Seal Fob Pendant, Rolo Link Long Chain Necklace, Bloodstone
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, late Victorian era sterling silver long belcher link chain necklace with a
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau 18k/ Sterling Silver Diamond and Ruby Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
gold and sterling silver and has an elegant chandelier design. The pendant hangs from a thin sterling
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Perfume Bottle Vinaigrette Necklace Guilloche Enamel Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
chain is a cord necklace with a Sterling engraved and black enamel slide. The chain is 33 inches long
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

THEODOR FAHRNER-inspired Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Theodor Fahrner
Located in Narberth, PA
, which is attached to a simple sterling silver chain. The chain is secured with a simple spring ring
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1920s Art Deco Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Sterling Silver Calling Card Case Purse
Located in Miami Beach, FL
cards. Holds cards 3"L x 2"H or smaller. 7.62"L including chain. Marked: Sterling. Tarnished, light
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Chain

Large Sterling Silver Jewish Yad Torah Pointer
Located in Montreal, QC
the other end. Marked: RABBI MARTIN PENN. Yad measures approx. 11” long, sterling silver chain
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Sterling Chain

Shakudo Locket and Integrated Chain with Two Enchanting Scenes, circa 1900
Located in Baltimore, MD
interlocking links and is of sterling silver. Locket and chain together weigh 45 grams. The locket can be
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1880s British Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Shakudo, 10k Gold, Copper

1880 Etruscan Vermeil Theodor Fahrner Shell Cameo Necklace
By Theodor Fahrner
Located in Lexington, KY
pairs beautifully with the gold vermeil sterling silver in both the frame and chain. Both frame and
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1880s Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Victorian 2.00 Total Carat Diamond Double Horseshoe and Nail Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
a beautiful Victorian era watch chain. Crafted in sterling topped 14kt yellow gold, the pendant
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1880s Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Athena Necklace Coin Pendant Genuine Ancient Greek Athenian Silver Tetradrachm
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
frame and a solid sterling silver belcher chain. Weight: 25 grams Height: 4.00cm Width: 3.5cm Period
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15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Star Pendant, Silver on Gold, Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
wisdom. This beautiful antique star pendant comes on a later sterling silver trace chain necklace and
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Chain

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Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Charles Horner Silver and Enamel Pendant Necklace 1910
By Charles Horner
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
silver mounted enamel swallow suspended from an enamel roundel. Suspended from a sterling silver chain
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1910s British Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver

Silver and Amethyst Murrle Bennett Pendant c1910
By Murrle Bennett Co.
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
decoration. Central amethyst. and drop. Associated sterling silver chain Size : Chain Length 46cm, Pendant
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1910s German Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Chain

Materials

Silver

Ille St. Louise coin necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
necklace of vintage chain with sterling, onyx and rutilated quartz featuring a c. 1640 French coin
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19th Century Antique Sterling Chain

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Antique Sterling Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact antique sterling chain you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique sterling chain may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An antique sterling chain from Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Georg Jensen and Archibald Knox — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An antique sterling chain can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 6 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and ball cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an antique sterling chain for sale for women should be easy, but there are 60 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Antique Sterling Chain?

Prices for an antique sterling chain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $102,083, while this accessory, on average, fetches $900.
Questions About Antique Sterling Chain
  • 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 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.

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