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Antique Water Pitcher and Cup
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American silver plated water pitcher and cup. Signed by Meriden silver.
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Antique 19th Century American Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated English Cup Trophy c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
About This is an original silver plated cup trophy. Stamped "Silverplate England". This piece
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Midcentury Italian Silver Plate and Rosewood Coffee Pot
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian modern silver plate coffee / tea pot with bulbous form handle. Polished and in excellent
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Mid Century Pitcher with Parrot
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
then silver plated and featuring a parrot clad in turquoise perched on the top. Signed Castillo on the
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20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Metal, Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage Silver on Copper Pitcher with Bird in the Style of Los Castillo
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking mid century pitcher hand crafted in hammered copper with a silver plate finish featuring a
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate, Copper

Italian Silver Plated Insulated Interior Hot / Cold Beverage Thermos
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the perfect blend of style and functionality with our Italian Silver Plated Insulated
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Valenti Silver Plated Wild Boar Carafe, Spain, 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant silver plated wild boar head carafe signed by Valenti, Spain, 1970.  
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plated Glass Duck Shaped Claret Jug, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Superb mid-20th century silver plated mounted novelty claret jug modelled as a duck, plain glass
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20th Century Unknown Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Silver Plated Rhyton by Gabriella Crespi for Christian Dior
By Christian Dior, Gabriella Crespi
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Rare large midcentury hand worked and chiselled silver plated pitcher or Rhyton in the form of a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th century Italian Glass and Silver Plate Orangeade Carafe, 1950s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful orangeade carafe dating from the 1950s in very good condition in glass and silver
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Vintage 1950s Italian Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Mid Century Water Pitcher with Toucan Bird
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
modern form, then silver plated. Featuring a toucan clad in exotic stones perched on top. Signed Emilia
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20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate, Copper

19th Century English Claret Jug/Pitcher
Located in Petaluma, CA
silver plate mounts and cut glass.
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plated Boar Head Shaped Jug Cups, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Superb mid-20th Century silver plated mounted novelty claret jug modelled as a boars head, with
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20th Century Spanish Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Gio Ponti for Krupp Berndorf Silverplated Pitcher
By Gio Ponti
Located in Long Island City, NY
Gio Ponti for Krupp Berndorf silverplated pitcher stamped on the bottom “Krupp Berndorf”.   
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century German Wmf Silver Plated Cut Glass Tantalus, c.1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
20th Century German silver plated locking tantalus. Made by German company WMF which is the
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20th Century German Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Mid-Century Water Pitcher with Parrot Handle
By Los Castillos
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic mid-century water pitcher with a modern form hand crafted in hammered copper under silver
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate, Copper

20th Century Italian Silver Plated "Recipe" Cocktail Shaker, c.1950
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A “dial-a-drink“ recipe cocktail shaker made in Italy produced in the 1950's. The mechanism works by rotating the shaker, each small adjustment revealing windows which describe how t...
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20th Century Italian Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century Austrian Silver Plated Glass Duck Shaped Claret Jug, c.1920
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Superb mid-20th century Austrian silver plated mounted novelty claret jug modelled as a duck, green
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20th Century Austrian Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century Continental Silver Plated Glass Swan Shaped Claret Jugs, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Superb mid-20th Century Continental silver plated mounted novelty claret jug modelled as a pair of
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20th Century Unknown Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century Czech Silver Plated Glass Duck Shaped Claret Jug, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid-20th century Czechoslovakian silver plated mounted novelty claret jug modelled as a
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20th Century Czech Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Valenti Silver Plate, Jug and Glasses Valenti, Spain, 1970´s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Fine quality solid silvered bronze. Jug and Glasses Valenti, Spain, 1970´s The cups measure 14cm
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Metal

1980s Martini Pitcher by Carlo Scarpa for Cleto Munari
By Carlo Scarpa, Cleto Munari
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A hand-tarnished, silver plated martini pitcher. Signed 'C. Scarpa per cleto munari.'
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver

19th Century Victorian Silver Plate Mounted Novelty Walrus Claret Jug c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian zoomorphic silver-plated and glass walrus wine jug is a true marvel
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Antique 1880s British Other Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Large Impressive Boars Head Novelty Pitcher Spain c.1960
Located in London, GB
superb quality piece realised in highly detailed silver plate & fine quality glass body, all of which
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plate on Solid Brass Rep Jug.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Vintage Silver Plate on Solid Brass Reptile design Decorative/ Vanity Jug. Circa 1920's .Excellent
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Vintage 1920s Pitchers

Cut Crystal Pitcher
Located in Montreal, QC
Cut crystal and silver plated water pitcher fitted with central ice cooler.
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Vintage 1970s British Pitchers

20th Century English Silver Plated "Rocket" Cocktail Shaker
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare cocktail shaker made in England around the middle of the 20th century. As the space exploration era gripped the world’s imagination, all sorts of space related memorabilia was...
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20th Century British Pitchers

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Silver

Arthur Barlow Doulton Lambeth Large Silver Plate Mounted Jug 1874
By Arthur Barlow
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
body narrowing to a ring shaped top mounted with a quality silver plated rim and hinged cover finely
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Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Stunning circa 1920s Art Deco Hand Cut Glass Decanter Jug Silver Plated Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1920 Art Deco silver plated pitcher jug The
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Petite Carafe Personal Milk Creamer in Silver Plate Made in Mexico 1950s
By Los Castillo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Creamer Vintage silver plate petite personal creamer milk pour from Mexico 1950s Made in Mexico
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Pair Antique Silver-Plated "Cafe au Lait" Pots with Rosewood Handles, Circa 1920
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique silver-plated "Cafe au Lait" pots with rosewood handles, Circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plate Mounted Novelty Walrus Claret Jug
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Mid 20th Century zoomorphic silver-plated and glass walrus wine jug is a true marvel of artistry
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20th Century Pitchers

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Silver

Antique English Silver Plate and Rare Imari Decor Porcelain China Claret Jug
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Exceedingly rare and fine antique English silver plate and Imari decorated porcelain claret jug
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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Large Victorian Period Brass Mounted Cut-Glass Claret Jug Pitcher
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful brass and silver-plated pitcher from the mid-nineteenth century. With label Elkington
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Antique 1840s British Victorian Pitchers

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Brass, Silver Plate

19th Century American Tilting Silver Plated Samovar with Two Goblets and Marking
Located in Dallas, TX
the tilting water or tea pitcher, circa 1890. Marked "Barbour Silver Co. Quadruple Plate 2305
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pitchers

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Metal

The Thirst Extinguisher Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, Asprey Co, c.1930
By Asprey Garrard Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Conquer one's thirst with this Art Deco-period silverplate cocktail shaker by Asprey & Co. Dubbed the "Thirst Extinguisher," this humorous shaker takes the form of an old fire exting...
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20th Century British Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver

Pair of Silver Plate and Cut-Glass Aesthetic Movement Claret Jugs
By Hukin Heath
Located in London, by appointment only
Superb pair of heavy and high-quality silver plated and cut-glass Aesthetic Movement claret jugs
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Antique Late 19th Century British Pitchers

Hotel Silver Creamer
Located in Houston, TX
Enjoy your coffee or tea with this adorable little 19th century Hotel Silver creamer. Elevate your
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Antique 19th Century French Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Silver Plated Wine or Claret Jug by WMF, 1906
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Antwerp, BE
, silver plated. 
Original glass. Origin:
 Germany. Size: 
H. 11.8 inch x W. 5.9 inch. 
H. 30 cm x
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Pitchers

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Metal

German Solid Silver and Glass Claret Jug Wine Decanter circa 1900 Under Plate
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Antique Silver mounted Claret Jug with an elegant cut glass body. The Wine Jug has
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Early 20th Century German Pitchers

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Silver

19th Century Cut Glass Crystal Pitcher
Located in Stamford, CT
Finely detailed cut glass pitcher with silver plated lid. Markings on the inside of the lid
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Antique Late 19th Century English Pitchers

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Crystal

19th Century Scottish Clan Gordon Silver Plated Horn Claret Jug, c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th century Victorian silver plate mounted carved horn claret jug, horn body mounted
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pitchers

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Sterling Silver

Hotel Silver Chocolate Pot LG
Located in Houston, TX
This large hotel silver chocolate pot with, wood turned handle, finial top, and hinged lid
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Antique 19th Century French Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Old Sheffield Plate Tea Pot with Pearwood Handle, circa 1820, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Old Sheffield plate tea pot with pearwood handle, circa 1820, English. Classical period. Egg & dart
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Antique 1820s English Victorian Pitchers

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Silver Plate

20th Century French Christofle Hotel Silver Silverplate La Residence Creamer
By Christofle
Located in Burton, TX
very heavy silver plate, usually triple plated over another type of metal to make it durable for hotel
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20th Century French Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Lovely quality antique Edwardian claret jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
ornate silver plated handle to the back, an ornate lid and spout above a fantastic cut glass shaped body
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20th Century British Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Antique Pairpoint Embossed Silver Plate Tilting Beverage Pitcher with Goblet
By Pairpoint Silver Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique pairpoint quadruple silver plate beverage pitcher with stand and goblet features lavishly
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Antique 19th Century American High Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Glass Lemonade Jug with Removable Ice Tube
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
the ice melting and diluting your drink. The glass pitcher is with plated handle, spout and hinged lid
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Vintage 1950s German Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Sheffield Plate Hand Hammered Pitcher
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
A fine piece of hand hammered silver plated Sheffield Silver arts and crafts style pitcher later
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Late 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Sauce Boat or Pitcher #3556 from 1980-1984
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain hand painted in Denmaerk Sauce Boat or Sauce Pitcher
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Vintage 1980s Danish Neoclassical Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Handmade Ceramic Medium Pitcher with Graphic Black and White Design, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous striped terracotta pitcher is the perfect vessel for your next dinner party. Great as
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Napier Art Deco Cocktail Shaker
By Napier Co.
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco, silver plated and gilt recipe cocktail shaker. Integral strainer. Outer sliver plated
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Vintage 1930s Central American Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Handmade Ceramic Small Pitcher with Graphic Black and White Design, in Stock
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous striped terracotta pitcher is the perfect vessel for your next dinner party. Great as
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2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Art Deco Silverplate + Textured Glass w/ Sunburst Patterns Stylized Acanthus
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Art Deco pitcher was realized in the United States, circa 1930. It features a subtly
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Space Age 1970s Heller by Massimo Vignelli Rare Water Pitcher in Melamine
By Massimo Vignelli, Heller
Located in San Diego, CA
Great example of Postmodern design by Massimo Vignelli for Heller circa 1978, in yellow, nice color a small crack under the lid lip as shown not noticable very hard to find .
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20th Century American Space Age Dinner Plates

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Plastic

WMF Jugendstil Art Nouveau Claret Jug, C.1910
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
WMF Jugendstil Art Nouveau Claret Jug, C.1910. Jugendstil Antique Silver plate finish and finely
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Pitchers

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver Plate Pitcher by Lurelle Guild for The International Silver Co.
By Lurelle Guild, International Silver
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco cocktail pitcher was realized by the renowned architect, industrial designer
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Barware

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Silver Plate

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Pitcher Silver Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the pitcher silver plate you’re looking for. A pitcher silver plate — often made from metal, silver and silver plate — can elevate any home. There are 502 variations of the antique or vintage pitcher silver plate you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer pitcher silver plate, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A pitcher silver plate is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Art Deco and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made pitcher silver plate has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Los Castillo, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik and Christofle are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pitcher Silver Plate?

A pitcher silver plate can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,200, while the lowest priced sells for $28 and the highest can go for as much as $188,500.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Pitcher Silver Plate
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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
    The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
  • 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 20, 2024
    The difference between a silver plate and a Sheffield plate is that one item is a type of the other. Silverplate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silver plate, is the general name for any silver wares made predominantly of a base metal finished with a thin layer of pure silver.

    Developed in the 1700s by Thomas Boulsover in Sheffield, England, Sheffield silverplate is a specific type of silverplate created by fusing silver with copper. This new material felt like silver but was substantially cheaper. It was then used to produce a variety of serveware, candlesticks, buttons, tea sets and more.

    Find antique Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate objects for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    What silver plate is worth today varies. Because silver plate pieces contain only minimal amounts of silver, they usually don't have much value on the scrap market. However, silver plate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silverplate, may be worth something due to its style, type, age, maker, rarity and overall condition. Some silver plate makers that are popular among collectors include Reed Barton, Gorham, Sheffield Cutlers Company, Christofle, Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Lino Sabattini, Elkington Co. and Mappin Webb. If you'd like a professional opinion on how much items in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a large collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silver plate and other silver plate on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    How you read silver plate hallmarks depends on the origin of the piece. Makers in different countries utilize varying systems for hallmarking their silver plate pieces, and these systems have evolved over time. For example, some British makers indicated the highest quality of silver plate with an A1 hallmark and the second highest with an A. Since there is so much variation, the best way to interpret hallmarks on a particular piece is to consult trusted online resources, a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silver plate pieces.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Set the silver-plated item line glass bowl lined with aluminum foil. Mix boiling water with baking soda and pour over the item. After 5 to 10 minutes, remove the item, rinse under warm water, and dry.