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Antique English Britannia Standard Silver Tazza / Centrepiece
By Nathaniel Underwood
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
of silver from sterling silver standard of 925 (92.5% of fine silver).
** This coat of arms pertains
Category
1690s English Other Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Bottle Coaster Circa 1900
By Luen Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as sterling silver (925, 925/1000
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique William III Britannia Standard Silver Lighthouse Style Caster
By John Cory
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
introduced by William III in 1697. This was to indicate the slightly higher standard of silver from sterling
Category
Early 1700s British Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
John R Wendt for Ball Black
Co Seven-Piece Medallion Sterling Tea
Coffee Set
By John Wendt, Ball Black
Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This neoclassical sterling silver tea and coffee set was designed by renowned 19th century
Category
1860s American Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Sterling Silver 925 Clad Double Horse Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
scratches, otherwise perfect…
This large sterling silver 925 clad double horse sculpture is a stunning
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Britannia Standard Silver Mustard Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
standard of silver from sterling silver standard of 925 (92.5% of fine silver).
Condition
This antique
Category
1910s English Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Britannia Standard Silver
Crystal Glass Gold-Plated Sterling Stem, Vintage Estate from Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful crystal glass with gold-plated sterling silver stem, found at an estate sale in Austria
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Crystal Glass Gold-Plated Sterling Stem, Vintage Estate from Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful crystal glass with gold plated sterling silver stem, found at an estate sale in Austria
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Crystal Glass Gold-Plated Sterling Stem, Vintage Estate from Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful crystal glass with gold-plated sterling silver stem, found at an estate sale in Austria
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Crystal Glass gold plated Sterling Stem, Vintage Estate from Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful crystal glass with gold-plated sterling silver stem, found at an estate sale in Austria
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Large German Early 20th Century Silver Nef by Berthold Müller
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, GB
89cm, width 80cm, depth 40cm
Weight 10604g
This stunning sterling silver nef, dating back to the early
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
19th Century American Solid Silver Hip Flask, Gorham, c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
flask has an outer design of a hammered pattern. Hallmarked sterling silver (925 standard), circa 1880
Category
19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Britannia Standard Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Person
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
III in 1697. This was to indicate the slightly higher standard of silver from sterling silver standard
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Antique 20th Century English Solid Silver Cocktail Shaker, Atkin Brothers c.1924
By Atkin Brothers
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century English sterling silver cocktail shaker, featuring a polished, round, tapered
Category
1920s Other Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Ball Black
Co. Sterling Four-Piece Tea Service, w/a Gorham EPNS Tray
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ball Black
Co. Sterling Four-Piece Tea Service, w/a Gorham EPNS Tray
Circa 1865, marked Ball
Category
19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique George II Britannia Standard Silver Salvers by Paul de Lamerie
By Paul de Lamerie
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
introduced by William III in 1697. This was to indicate the slightly higher standard of silver from sterling
Category
1730s British George II Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Antique William III Britannia Standard Silver Brandy Pan
By Alexander Roode
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
introduced by William III in 1697. This was to indicate the slightly higher standard of silver from sterling
Category
1690s British Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Britannia Standard Silver
Three Crystal with Silver Mounts Decanters by Hermann Bauer, Germany
By Nachtmann
Located in Delft, NL
have their silver hallmarks of Hermann Bauer, Germany (HB with Crown) founded since 1863. Silver 925
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Big Silver Candlestick Baroque 925 Sterling Germany
Located in Berlin, DE
Big Silver Candlestick Baroque 925 Sterling Germany
Half moon and crown
The candlestick is
Category
19th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique Georgian Shagreen and Silver Tea Spoon Box
By Thomas Chawner
Located in Northampton, GB
. Sterling Silver objects are stamped with the 925 mark to confirm their authenticity.
Category
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Fine Antique Tibetan Nepal .925 Sterling Silver Shakyamuni Buddha Statue 297g
Located in San Diego, CA
Fine antique Tibetan/Nepal sterling silver Shakyamuni buddha statue. The buddha tests at least .925
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
PANAMA-PACIFIC 1915 Exposition Engraved Cuff Bracelet In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
.925/.999 sterling silver and decorated with a beautiful engraving depicting the Panama channel water
Category
1910s American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$2,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Edwardian 1913 Art Nouveau Enamelled Guilloche Purse In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
with impeccable details in solid .925/.999 standard silver and lined in the interiors with natural
Category
1910s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$1,880 Sale Price
20% Off
R. Blackinton 1910 Edwardian Enameled Round Box In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
was carefully crafted with impeccable details in solid .925/.999 standard silver with yellow gold gilt
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$1,358 Sale Price
20% Off
French 1910 Edwardian Blue Guilloche Enamel Pendant Locket 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
carefully crafted with impeccable details in solid .925/.999 standard silver with gold gilt interiors finish
Category
1910s French Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$718 Sale Price
20% Off
2 classic Silver Candlestick 925 Sterling Germany gilded
Located in Berlin, DE
2 classic Silver Candlestick 925 Sterling Germany
Half moon and crown gilded
The candlestick is
Category
19th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
WILLIAM KERR
CO. 1900 Art Nouveau Brooch In Repousse .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
masterfully crafted in repousse .925/.999 sterling silver with satin frosted finish. The design depicts the
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,198 Sale Price
20% Off
DUNHILL London 1929 Ball Desk Petrol Lighter In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
. The lighter has been assembled and carefully crafted in the shape of a ball in solid sterling silver
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$3,188 Sale Price / set
20% Off
WRIGHT
DAVIES 1900 Guilloche Enameled Carriage Clock In .925 Sterling Silver
By Wright
Davies 1
Located in Miami, FL
during the late Victorian period in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. It was
Category
1890s English Gothic Revival Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$3,998 Sale Price / set
20% Off
RONSON 1928 First Model Enameled Junior Petrol Lighter In .925 Sterling Silver
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson
Located in Miami, FL
Louis V. Aronson. It was masterfully crafted with great proportions in .925/.999 sterling silver and
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
$2,316 Sale Price
20% Off
EDWARDIAN 1909 Guilloche Enameled Tripod Basket Vase In .925 Sterling Silver
By Eric Kellerman
Located in Miami, FL
with neoclassic Edwardian patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver and embellished at the Louis
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$1,438 Sale Price
20% Off
GEORGE WILKINSON 1890 London Mechanical Vesta Matches Box In 925 Sterling Silver
By George Wilkinson
Located in Miami, FL
been crafted as a rectangle in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with polished finish. The box is very
Category
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,598 Sale Price
20% Off
Sterling Silver Rhinestone Art Deco Bangle Bracelet 6 3/4" -925 Vintage Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco
Date: 1920s - 1930s
Metal Content: Sterling Silver
Stone Information
Rhinestones
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
2 classic Silver Candlestick 925 Sterling Germany original Alt-Heidelberg
Located in Berlin, DE
2 classic Silver Candlestick 925 Sterling Germany
original Alt-Heidelberg
Half moon and crown
Category
19th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Elephant Sugar Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
George Piddington)
Import mark: London, England
Silver quality/purity mark: Lion passant (sterling, .925
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Georgian Silver Tea Caddy Tableware Empire Sterling Silver Box Empire Casket
By Towle Silversmiths, Gorham CO., Barbour Silver Co., Hester Bateman, Charles Nicolas Odiot
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Netherland 1806
Hallmark - Lion - 925 sterling silver, Amsterdam assay office, Yearletter X 1806
Condition
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
TIFFANY
CO. 1905 Charles T. Cook Desk Magnifier Glass In .925 Sterling Silver
By Tiffany
Co., Charles Cooke
Located in Miami, FL
period in solid sterling silver .925/.999 and fitted with a round loupe glass, which is framed into the
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Scholl Limited Glasgow Art Deco 1924 Enameled Minaudière In .925 Sterling Silver
By albert scholl
Located in Miami, FL
. This beautiful multifunctional piece has been crafted in Vienna Austria in solid .925/.999 sterling
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$2,318 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bunny Rabbit Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bunny Rabbit Brooch is a charming and collectible piece of
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Hopping Bunny Rabbit
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-catching accessory.
Made from Mexican sterling silver (marked .925 to indicate the silver content), the
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian 1880 Oval Desk Box in .925 Sterling Silver with Brown Faux Tortoise
Located in Miami, FL
faux tortoise shell and mountings settings made up with gilded sterling silver of .930/.999. Fitted
Category
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique German Sterling Silver Sugar Box (1927)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
: APM (untraced)
Import mark: London, England
Silver quality/purity mark: .925 (sterling, 925/1000
Category
1920s German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Holly Mother and Child solid 925 Sterling Silver Box Pyx Pill Vanity Box
Located in SE
Antique Silver box with relief decorations of Holly Maria and Christ. Initially it could be meant
Category
1920s European Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco 13 Piece Sterling Silver 925 Vanity Dresser Set with Fitted Box
Located in Baltimore, MD
Antique 13 Piece Sterling Silver 925 Vanity Dresser Set With Fitted Box/Case
Metal: Sterling silver
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Mechanical Music Box Harp Sterling Silver, 1860
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
clip is available.
Stamped 925 Sterling Silver, this music box represents a rare survival of decorative
Category
1860s Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
CONDUCTOR
S BATON 1893 Antique Ebony Wood And .925 Sterling Silver In Case
Located in Miami, FL
is crafted in ebonized wood with parts crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with floriated
Category
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,904 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Sterling silver Masonic pendant, large, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
sterling silver, Victorian era c1880s, jump ring stamped 925 not original to the pendant itself.
Condition
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
$403 Sale Price
20% Off
Sterling Silver Judaica Besamin Spice Box Flower
Bird
Located in Montreal, QC
Sterling silver Judaica Besamin spice box featuring flower and bird, stamped 925. Measures 8 inches
Category
1920s Israeli Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique German Sterling Silver Owl Sugar Box 1907
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, Germany*
Importer's mark: GB (George Bedingham)
Silver quality/purity mark: .925 (sterling, 925/1000
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Chinese Blue Green Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
An original handmade antique sterling silver and graduated turquoise necklace. Mounted with a total
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Byzantine Style Sterling Silver Amethyst Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
which can be viewed in the world's most prominent museums.
Marks: 925 for sterling silver
Condition
Category
19th Century European Medieval Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Chrysoprase Hand Crafted Statement Brooch
Located in London, GB
Wonderful sterling silver hand crafted brooch, featuring an oval chrysoprase. This lovely brooch
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Mexican Lady In Hat Letter "V" Initial Pin Brooch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a vintage brooch pin crafted from 925 sterling silver, depicting a lady wearing a hat. The
Category
1920s Mexican Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
Edwardian 1910 Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Clips Model #36
By Georg Jensen
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely pair of sterling silver clip pins were made by the renowned Danish Georg Jenson in 1910
Category
1910s Contemporary Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Danish Sterling Silver Scrolling Motif Link Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful sterling silver bracelet from the Art Nouveau (ca1900s) era! Crafted in sterling silver
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Sterling Silver
Polish Amber and Sterling Silver Ladybug Insect Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
firmly with a traditional clasp.
Material: Baltic amber, sterling silver (marked .925)
Origin: Likely
Category
Late 19th Century American Artisan Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Amber, Sterling Silver
Antique German Sterling Silver Table Owl
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
mark: 925 (sterling standard)
National mark: Germany
Condition
This antique silver owl ornament is an
Category
1910s German Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
Materials
Silver
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Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925 For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 for your home. Each antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Your living room may not be complete without an antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique sterling silver sterling silver 925, those designed in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 over the years, but those crafted by Gorham Manufacturing Company, Tiffany
Co. and Bruckmann
Söhne are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925?
Prices for an antique sterling silver sterling silver 925 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $80 and can go as high as $25,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,598.
Questions About Antique Sterling Silver Sterling Silver 925
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not 925 sterling silver is good quality is largely a matter of personal opinion. Sterling with this mark is 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper or another metal. The addition of the alloy metal helps prevent tarnishing. Shop a variety of sterling silver jewelry, decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Many jewelry lovers believe that 925 sterling silver is worth buying. Not only is the cool color of sterling silver visually appealing, but the metal is also fairly resistant to scratching. Compared to fine silver, sterling is also less likely to tarnish. The benefits of sterling silver have led many well-known jewelry makers to craft pieces out of the material. Among them are Tiffany Co., David Yurman, Alex Jona and J Dauphin. However, whether or not it's worth investing in sterling silver jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find sterling silver jewelry and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if sterling silver is real, put a magnet close to it. Genuine sterling silver isn't magnetic, so an attraction may indicate one of two things. First, your piece may be made entirely out of a different metal, or, secondly, it may be silver-plated, meaning it is composed of a thin layer of genuine sterling silver over a base metal. For assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler. Shop a large selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
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