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Early and Rare Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau Dish with Nude Female Figure
Located in København, Copenhagen
Early and rare Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau dish in hand-painted porcelain. Naked woman and water
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Very Rare Royal Vienna Porcelain Alt Wien Can and Sugar Box
By Angelica Kauffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Royal Vienna Porcelain hand painted (probably by Angelica Kauffmann) sugar box and can with cover. Measures: Height 11cm and 17cm.
Category

1860s Austrian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Early and Rare Royal Copenhagen Fauna Danica Plate in Hand-Painted Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
Early and rare Royal Copenhagen Fauna Danica plate in hand-painted porcelain with hunting motif and
Category

19th Century Danish Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Belgium Majolica Asparagus Sunflower Plate Wasmuel, circa 1880
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Belgium Majolica asparagus sunflower plate Wasmuel, circa 1880.One chip on the back.
Category

Late 19th Century Belgian Rustic Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Rare Empire French Fire Gilded Center Piece Tazza Warrior Horses Harp
By Thomire Cie., Pierre-Philippe Thomire
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
More than 200 years old showpiece for on the table. Made from glass, fire-gilt bronze and green veined marble. Beautiful horses with a warrior and mythological figures with harp and ...
Category

Early 1800s French Empire Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal jug. The
Category

1890s Austrian Renaissance Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

"Tropical Fish and Seaweed, " Rare Art Deco Trivet/Paperweight by Cowan, 1920s
By Cowan Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An especially rare piece of high style Art Deco ceramics by the renowned Cowan firm just outside
Category

1920s American Art Deco Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Early 19th Century Paris Botanical Pink Porcelain Service for 24
By Rihouet Rue de la Paix No.7
Located in Vista, CA
Exquisite collectors item, 24 plates and 2 footed stands, signed Rihouet Paris, circa 1818-1825. Superbly hand-painted pink border with gold edge and gold florals. Service consist of...
Category

Early 19th Century French Louis XV Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Rare Pair of Hand Carved Italian Alabaster Tazza Table Display Pieces
Located in Lisse, NL
rare pair of early 1900s tazzas comes with overhanging wine branches all around the circular tops
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Alabaster

Rare Small Aqua Majolica Oyster Plate, George Jones, circa 1878
By George Jones
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Small Aqua Majolica Oyster Plate, George Jones, circa 1878. Rare size 7.5 inches. This 5 well
Category

1880s English Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Rare 19th Century Pink Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Pink Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood. 11.4 inches diameter.
Category

1880s English Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

1850s Rare Faience Dinner Service "Chevreuse" by Jules Vieillard
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An exceptional rare dinner service of 92 pieces in fine French earthenware, made by the esteemed
Category

Mid-19th Century French Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Faience

Super Rare Pair Of Paris (Darte Freres) Porcelain Gold-Ground Models Of Temples
By Darte Frères
Located in New York, NY
An Ultra Rare and Impressive 19th Century Pair Of French Paris (Darte Freres) Porcelain Gold-Ground
Category

1810s French Empire Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Rare English Georgian Oak Lemon Squeezer Crush with Base Brass Insignia Plate
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare lemon squeezer from the Georgian period. A must have not to be seen again in remarkable
Category

Late 18th Century European Georgian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Oak

An Important Rare 18th C. Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Putti Clock Grouping
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
An Incredible and Quite Important 18th Century Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Putti Clock Grouping. The composition is enriched with two putti positioned atop a porcelain naturali...
Category

18th Century German Louis XV Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ormolu

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal ewer. The
Category

1890s Austrian Other Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

Rare Georgian Amethyst Glass Cup and Saucer Hand-Blown, circa 1800
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a hand blown, glass, cup and saucer made from an amethyst colored glass and dating to the English Georgian period, circa 1800. Georgian glass cups and saucers are unusual ...
Category

Late 18th Century British George III Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Glass

Large Masons Ironstone Wine Cooler all hand painted and very Rare, circa 1820
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a superb very rare, fine quality ironstone Wine Cooler or a Two-Handled Pot, all
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

Rare Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Wine Cooler or Ice Pail, English circa 1818
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very rare, ironstone Two Handled, Ice Pail or Wine Cooler Pot, made by Mason's Patent
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

"Cupid with Bow", Rare Art Deco Teapot by Rometti, Deep Pink Black, 1920s
By Rometti Ceramics 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charming and very modern, this Art Deco teapot depicting a Cupid figure with his bow drawn, ready to strike his victim, was designed by Dante Baldelli for the famed Rometti ceramic w...
Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Art Déco Ceramic, Japanese Riding On A Koi, Goldscheider Vienna, Ca 1921
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Art Déco model of the Goldscheider company, extremely rarely produced and not listed in the catalogue raisonné: Man in traditional Japanese costume – long coat with flora...
Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Masons Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher Blue Hawthorne Ptn Rare Shape, Circa 1830
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
1825-1835. This large jug has a rare shape, with a baluster body over a low foot, tapering to the
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

18th Century Italian Small Speckled Silver Leaf Tassel Ornaments Set of 5
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
speckled effect. The historically significant and rare silver speckled tassels can be used for many
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Jenny Lind Rare Printed and Hand Painted Pot Lid Attributed to Ridgway
By J W Ridgway
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and rare English potlid believed to depict Jenny Lind and attributed to Ridgway and
Category

Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Pottery

Rare Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher (A) in Bandana Ptn, Exhibition mark 1851
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a rare shape jug or pitcher made by Mason's Ironstone pottery in the Bandana pattern and
Category

Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

Rare Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher (B) in Bandana Ptn, Exhibition mark 1851
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a rare shape jug or pitcher made by Mason's Ironstone pottery in the Bandana pattern and
Category

Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

Rare Belgium Majolica Asparagus Sunflower Plate Wasmuel, circa 1880
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Belgium Majolica asparagus sunflower plate Wasmuel, circa 1880.  
Category

Late 19th Century Belgian Rustic Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Rare Lovely Hand Cut Red Cranberry Crystal and Bronze Jar Urn with Handle
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are Offering is a Rare Beautiful Hand Cut Cranberry Stencil Crystal and
Category

19th Century French Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal

Wedgwood, Rare Antique Transferware Flow Blue Luncheon Set, U.K., C.1900
By Wedgwood
Located in Chatham, ON
Wedgwood - exceptional and rare antique brick red transferware and flow blue luncheon set for six
Category

Early 20th Century British Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Large, Rare, Antique Meissen Pogade in Hand Painted Porcelain, Late 19th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large, rare and antique Meissen figure in hand painted porcelain with mobile head, tongue and hands
Category

Late 19th Century German Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Rare 19th Century French Ducks Tureen Sarreguemines, circa 1890
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century French ducks tureen signed Sarreguemines, circa 1890.
Category

1890s French Country Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Faience

Dr C Dresser for Benham Froud a Rare Brass and Copper Teapot
By Benham Froud, Christopher Dresser
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser for Benham & Froud. A rare brass and copper teapot with stylised floral decoration
Category

1870s English Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Brass, Copper

Baccarat Tray With A Star Shape Cut Crystal And Silver Strapping XIXth Century
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Crespières, FR
silver strapping. This rare Baccarat tray displays a star shape cut in the crystal of the bottom. The
Category

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Rare Webb/Stevens Williams Hand Blown Centerpiece/ Epergne w/ Green Canes
By Thomas Webb Sons
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a custom made, perhaps unique hand blown epergne. Made by either Stevens and Williams or Webb it has all the bells and whistles of an exceptional piece. It arrives in a fitt...
Category

19th Century British Art Nouveau Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Georgian Masons rare Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Table Flower Pot Ptn, Ca 1818
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
dating to the earliest period of Mason's Ironstone production, circa 1818. This is a very rare shaped
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Double Landscape ptn Rare Shape, circa 1840
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
pattern and made by Mason's Ironstone pottery, circa 1840. It has a rare shape and pattern. A jug of the
Category

Mid-19th Century English William IV Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ironstone

Rare 18th century Chinoiserie Delft Plates with Figures, a Pair
By Delft
Located in Pearland, TX
A pair of remarkably well preserved 18th century Delft chinoiserie plates featuring charming figures framed by trees, garden scenes, and a lovely painted border.
Category

18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Delft, Paint

Rare Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau Lidded Bowl with Swans No. 23/10
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rare Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau lidded bowl with swans No. 23/10. Measures 17 cm. x 14 cm. x 6
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Rare Antique Silver

Minton Rare Set Three Georgian Shell Printed Porcelain Coffee Cups
By Minton
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare set of three Georgian antique porcelain coffee cups printed with shells by renowned makers
Category

Early 1800s English Georgian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau Bowl, Rare Form, Model Number: 361 / B 29th
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen Art Nouveau bowl. Rare form. Model Number: 361 / B 29th. Measures: 15 cm. x
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Rare Antique Silver

Very Fine and Rare 19th Century Brass Bound Cellarette
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and rare 19th century flame mahogany cellerette with liner. The moulded, hand carved
Category

19th Century English Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Brass

"Pouter Pigeon", Rare 1924 Art Deco Trivet in Pink w/ Original Rookwood Box
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare and gorgeously glazed, this 1924-vintage porcelain trivet by Rookwood Pottery depicts a pouter
Category

1920s American Art Deco Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Rare 19th Century English Majolica Caneware Game Pie, circa 1830
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century English Caneware game pie, circa 1830. Grapes and leaves , cauliflower handle.
Category

1870s English Early Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 12 Rare Crystal Footed Dessert Serving Coupes Saucers Arts Crafts
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 12 dessert coupes are the perfect addition to any table setting. Crafted from crystal, each coupe features a unique handle, that are embellished with a folded rim on both...
Category

1910s Austrian Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal

Rare 19th Century English Caneware Game Pie, circa 1830
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century English Caneware game pie, circa 1830. A large partridge on the lid, decorated
Category

1870s English Early Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Large-Scale VERY RARE Single Lobster on Cabbage by Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro (Port
Located in Dallas, TX
large-scale / grand VERY RARE single lobster on cabbage by artist / ceramist Rafael Bordalo
Category

19th Century Portuguese Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain, Pottery

Rare Large Majolica Yellow Strawberries Platter Sarreguemines, circa 1880
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Rare large Majolica yellow strawberries platter Sarreguemines, circa 1880.  
Category

1880s French Victorian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Sevres Art Deco Dinner Service-Jean Luce
By Jean Luce
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Amazing collection of Jean Luce designed and signed Sevres porcelain dinner service. The set consists of 12 dinner plates, 12 rimmed soup bowls, 8 cups and saucers (2 sizes), covered...
Category

Early 20th Century French Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

George II Antique Silver "Acorn" Nutmeg Grater by Samuel Meriton, 1750
By Samuel Meriton II 1
Located in London, GB
An Exceptionally Rare George II Antique Silver "Acorn" Nutmeg Grater Made in London circa 1750 by
Category

18th Century English George II Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Rare 18th Century French Glazed Terracotta Cruche du Quercy or Walnut Oil Jug
Located in Birmingham, AL
France, circa mid 1700s. This rare glazed earthenware jug with its round shaped belly, three arching
Category

Mid-18th Century French Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Terracotta

Rare Georgian Wedgwood Salt Glazed Panel Shape Bacchus Mask Teapot
By Wedgwood
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare Georgian English salt glazed panel teapot decorated with Bacchus masks by renowned maker
Category

1750s English Georgian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Stoneware

A Rare Early 19th Century Anglo Indian Papier Mâché Cellarette, India Circa 1830
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A highly decorative rare 19th century Anglo Indian papier mache campaign cellarette, likely
Category

Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Iron

Rare Pair of Famille Rose Porcelain and Ormolu Napoleon III Oil Lamps
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A beautiful French and Asian collaboration of a 19thC pair of Napoleon III Famille Rose porcelain, (from Canton China), and gilt bronze and brass oil lamps that miraculously include ...
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Napoleon III Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Ormolu

Rare Antique German Porcelain Tea Coffee Set Hand Painted Gilt KPM Berlin
By KPM Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Rare Antique German Porcelain Tea Coffee Set Hand Painted Gilt KPM Berlin German, c. 1830 Smallest
Category

Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Old Paris Empire Style Classical Teacup Saucer w/ Bisque Faces Ram Head
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare Old Paris Empire Style Classical Teacup & Saucer w/ Bisque Faces & Ram Head. Style of KPM
Category

19th Century Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Antique and Rare Meissen Mocha Pot in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 19th C
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique and rare Meissen mocha pot in hand-painted porcelain. Purple flowers and gold decoration
Category

Early 19th Century German Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain with Exotic Bird in Chinese Style
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rare Meissen bowl in hand-painted porcelain decorated with exotic bird in Chinese style. Late
Category

Late 19th Century German Chinoiserie Rare Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

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Rare Antique Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of rare antique silver you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver and ceramic, every item from our selection of rare antique silver was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of rare antique silver — 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 object in our assortment of rare antique silver, those designed in Art Nouveau, Georgian and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of rare antique silver over the years, but those crafted by Mason's Ironstone, Emile Puiforcat and Georg Jensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Rare Antique Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of rare antique silver at 1stDibs is $2,168, while they’re typically $83 on the low end and $867,222 for the highest priced.
Questions About Rare Antique Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.