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George 111 Irish Silver Fiddle Pattern Stuffing Spoon, 1811, Dublin, James Scott
By James Scott, Dublin 1
Located in London, GB
Antique irish silver stuffing spoon, dated 1811, made in Dublin by James Scott.   
Category

Antique 1810s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848
By Francis Higgins
Located in London, GB
Very unusual Victorian fiddle pattern sterling silver serving tongs with large serrated grips
Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Wm IV Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs by William Chawner London 1831
By William Chawner
Located in London, GB
A very good pair of antique sterling silver Fiddle pattern asparagus serving tongs by William
Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848
By Francis Higgins
Located in London, GB
Very unusual Victorian fiddle pattern sterling silver serving tongs with large serrated grips
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Set of Five Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Spoons
By Josiah George Piercy
Located in London, GB
A good set of five George III sterling silver fiddle pattern table spoons each with original family
Category

Antique 1810s English More Dining and Entertaining

Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Serving Spoons with Royal Marines Crest
By George Adams
Located in London, GB
Impressive pair of Victorian of sterling silver fiddle, thread and shell serving spoons applied
Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Ladle London 1841
By William Eaton
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Ladle Date : Hallmarked in London 1841 For William Eaton
Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery / Flatware, Fiddle Pattern
By George Adams
Located in London, London
A boxed single maker, mixed years set of antique, Victorian, sterling silver, Fiddle pattern
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Fiddle Pattern Sterling Silver Basting Spoon Charles Lias 1847
By Charles Lias
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1847 by Charles Lias, this handsome, Victorian, antique sterling silver
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Pattern Antique Sterling Silver Stilton Scoop by Henry Atkin
By Henry Atkin
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by Henry Atkin, this handsome, Edwardian, antique, sterling silver
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon by Mary Chawner
By Mary Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian sterling silver Fiddle pattern gravy
Category

Antique 1830s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Set of Cutlery / Flatware Fiddle Thread Shell
By George Jackson David Fullerton
Located in London, London
A boxed Single Maker, Singe Year set of Antique, Sterling Silver Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 148 Pieces
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
. Exceptional Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson, England, sterling silver Flatware set - 148 pieces. This
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Fiddle Thread Shell Sterling Silver Soup Ladle by George Adams 1879
By George Adams
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1879 by George Adams, this handsome, Victorian, antique sterling silver
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle by Porter Blanchard Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner 26 Pcs
By Porter Blanchard
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb handmade "Fiddle" by Porter Blanchard sterling silver flatware set, 26 pieces. This set
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell by CJ Vander English Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner
By C.J. Vander
Located in Big Bend, WI
Extraordinary dinner size "Fiddle Thread & Shell" by CJ Vander sterling silver flatware set, 100
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle by Porter Blanchard Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner 114 Pcs
By Porter Blanchard
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb handmade "Fiddle" by Porter Blanchard sterling silver flatware set, 114 pieces. This set
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle by Lewis Wise Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Hand-Wrought 48 Pieces
By Lewis Wise
Located in Big Bend, WI
. Rare Fiddle by Lewis Wise hand-wrought sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces. This set includes
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841. Length: 7.5 inches. Weight: 2 oz.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Post Revolutionary American Coin-Silver Sterling Fiddle Thread Table Spoons, S/6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A grouping of six mixed maker, fiddle thread pattern, coin-silver or sterling silver serving spoons
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Colonial Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell Georgian Silver Dessert Spoons London 1821 Richard Poulden
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Two Fiddle Thread Shell Georgian Silver Dessert Spoons London 1821 Richard Poulden. Variant Fiddle
Category

Antique 1820s English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams
By George Adams
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams. Goose egg oval bowl
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner
By Mary Chawner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner. Crested and motto La Jour
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Soup Ladle
By Chawner Co., George William Adams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver fiddle, thread and
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By William Evans
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive accompanying hallmarked Scottish sterling silver fiddle pattern mustard spoon, the spoon was
Category

Antique 1880s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, composite antique English sterling silver Fiddle pattern
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of fiddle pattern basting spoons made by Mary Chawner London 1835
By Mary Chawner
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Basting Spoons, are in fiddle pattern. Each basting spoon measures 12"(30cm) in length, and
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Six Fiddle, Thread Shell Pattern Egg Spoons
By Elizabeth John Eaton
Located in London, GB
The Spoons are made in the Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern and are double struck. Each is engraved
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

1815 Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by William Marshall
By William Marshall (Silversmith)
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Sterling silver shell & fiddle sugar tongs, Edinburgh, 1815. Marked WM for William Marshall, 1st
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Sterling Silver Preserve Pots, Antique George V
By Robert Pringle Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with associated fully hallmarked sterling silver Fiddle pattern mustard spoons. The handle terminal
Category

Vintage 1920s English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Scottish Sterling Silver Fish Slice/Server - Antique Circa 1820
By William Jamieson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Scottish sterling silver Fiddle pattern fish slice/server made by
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Fiddle
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 18 Persons by William Eaton
By William Eaton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
flatware set can be purchased with English sterling silver Fiddle, Thread and Shell pattern knives if so
Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell Flatware Suite, London 1807-1855, Mainly Eley, Fearn Chawner
Located in Toronto, Ontario
96-piece Fiddle thread shell flatware suite, London 1807-1855, mainly Eley, Fearn Chawner. The
Category

Antique 19th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons by George Adams
By Chawner Co., George William Adams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, composite antique Victorian English sterling silver straight
Category

Antique 18th Century British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle Thread Pattern Spoon
Located in London, GB
The Spoon is modelled in the Hanoverian, Fiddle & Thread Pattern and is double struck. The Spoon is
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sterling Silver

A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle Thread Pattern Spoon
Located in London, GB
The Spoon is modelled in the Hanoverian, Fiddle & Thread Pattern and is double struck. The Spoon is
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sterling Silver

Set of Ten George III Fiddle and Thread Pattern Table Spoons and Table Forks
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
The spoons and forks are made in the fiddle and thread pattern and are double struck. Each is
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Toddy Ladles
By James Douglas
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These exceptional George III Scottish sterling silver toddy ladles have been crafted in the Fiddle
Category

Antique 1810s Scottish Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 48 pcs
By James Robinson 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb dinner size fiddle thread and shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware set, 48
Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell by Various English Makers Sterling Silver Flatware Set Old
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fiddle thread and shell by various English makers flatware set. Some pieces are marked "WT" for
Category

Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Soup Ladle by Paul Storr
By Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Fiddle and Thread
Category

Antique 1810s English George III Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Gravy Spoon and Sauce Ladle Se
By Mary Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver Fiddle and Thread
Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Irish Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Forks
By Samuel Neville, John Power
Located in Cornwall, GB
These superb Irish fiddle pattern table forks are in the traditional style, with the terminal
Category

Antique Early 1800s Irish Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Paul Storr Silver Gravy Ladles Sauce 1817 Military Battalion Fiddle
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique Georgian fiddle and thread Gravy Ladles by Paul Storr. These Classic George III
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Italian 800 Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 77 pcs boxed Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Very Heavy .800 Italian Silver Flatware set in a Fiddle Thread style pattern, housed in its
Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Runcible Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver Fiddle and Shell pattern
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Flatware Set Made in London in 1862 by Francis Higgins
By Francis Higgins
Located in London, GB
This exceptionally fine fifty eight piece fiddle and thread flatware set was made in London in 1862
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons, 1907
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver straight Fiddle
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 1880s Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons
By George Adams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight fiddle and
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Fiddle and
Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

George Adams Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 6 Persons
By Chawner Co., George William Adams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver straight fiddle, thread and
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Colonial Fiddle by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 39 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Colonial fiddle by Watson sterling silver flatware service, 39 pieces. Great starter set! This set
Category

Vintage 1920s Sterling Silver

Georgian English Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Spoon
By Thomas Wallis II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Fiddle pattern gravy spoon; part of
Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George iv Newcastle Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Soup Ladle
By George Samuel Lewis John Wright
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George IV Newcastle sterling silver fiddle pattern soup
Category

Antique 1820s English George IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of 6 1870 English Sterling Silver Fiddle Shell Teaspoons
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1870 set of 6 sterling silver fiddle & shell sterling teaspoons, English. City assay office marks
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell CJ Vander English Sterling Silver Flatware Set 30 Pcs Din
By C.J. Vander
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vander English sterling silver Flatware set, 30 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes: 6 Dinner
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Fiddle Sterling Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of fiddle sterling silver on 1stDibs. A piece of fiddle sterling silver — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of fiddle sterling silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of fiddle sterling silver is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of fiddle sterling silver over the years, but those crafted by Frank Smith Co., George Adams and Paul Storr are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Fiddle Sterling Silver?

Prices for a piece of fiddle sterling silver start at $59 and top out at $16,822 with the average selling for $1,541.

Finding the Right Sterling-silver for You

Dining and entertaining changed drastically when we began to set our tables with sterling silver for holiday gatherings, wedding receptions, engagement parties and, in some of today’s homes, everyday meals.

Often called the “Queen of metals,” silver has been universally adored for thousands of years. It is easy to see why it has always been sought after: It is durable, strong and beautiful. (Louis XIV had tables made entirely of silver.) Sterling silver is an alloy that is made of 92.5 percent silver — the “925” stamp that identifies sterling-silver jewelry refers to this number. The other 7.5 percent in sterling silver is typically sourced from copper.

Neoclassical-style sterling-silver goods in Europe gained popularity in the late 18th century — a taste for sterling-silver tableware as well as tea sets had taken shape — while in the United States, beginning in the 19th century, preparing the dinner table with sterling-silver flatware had become somewhat of a standard practice. Indeed, owning lots of silver goods during the Victorian era was a big deal. Back then, displaying fine silver at home was a status symbol for middle-class American families. And this domestic silver craze meant great profitability for legendary silversmith manufacturers such as Reed Barton, Gorham Manufacturing Company and the International Silver Company, which was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898, a major hub of silver manufacturing nicknamed “Silver City.”

Today, special occasions might call for ceremonial silver designed by Tiffany Co. or the seductive sterling-silver cutlery from remarkable Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, but there really doesn’t have to be an event on the calendar to trot out your finest tableware.

Event- and wedding-planning company maestro Tara Guérard says that some “investment pieces,” such as this widely enamored alloy, should see everyday use, and we’re inclined to agree.

“Sterling-silver flatware is a must-have that you can use every single day, even to eat cereal,” she says. “Personally, I want a sterling-silver goblet set for 12 to 20; I would use them every time I had a dinner party. Ultimately, there are no criteria for buying vintage pieces: Buy what you love, and make it work.”

Whether you’re thinking “ceremonial” or “cereal,” browse a versatile collection of vintage, new and antique sterling-silver wares on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Fiddle Sterling Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Opinions 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    The 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, 2024
    Sterling 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, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Wallace Sterling is real silver. Wallace produced silverware, tableware and decorative objects from sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% base metal. The silversmith introduced the Wallace Sterling collection in 1875. During the 1930s and 40s, Wallace's ornate sterling silver flatware was especially popular. Explore a collection of Wallace Sterling pieces 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 29, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although 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.
  • 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 17, 2021
    Yes, 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, 2021
    Yes, 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.