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Shell MOP Star Fruit Gilt Sterling Silver Vintage Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
crafted gilt sterling silver clasp, measuring approx. 53mm x 26.5mm; approx. length of necklace: 23
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Choker, Original Gift Idea, Shell, Sterling Silver, Sea Lovers, Handmade, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Shell” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver St. Cecilia at the Organ Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
remarkable depth in both the figures and architectural elements. It is set in a sterling silver frame with a
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Retro Mexican Sterling Shell Suite
Located in New York, NY
Retro Mexican Sterling silver shell suite with a pair of scatter brooches, earrings and ring
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Retro Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver "The Pleasure of The King" Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Material: Shell Cameo Measurements: 53 x 39 x 11mm Metal: Sterling Silver Item #: BR-1560-033125-14
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Sterling Silver Shell Shape Dangle Summer Chic Tourmaline Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
embedded with precious natural tourmalines. • Sterling Silver • Tourmaline rondelles • Total length 3.8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Sterling Silver Shell Shape Dangle Summer Chic Turquoise Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
embedded with precious natural Turquoise. • Sterling Silver • Natural Turquoise, 2.5 mm diameter • Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Mexican Sterling Silver and Abalone Shell Pill Box by Villalobos, 1970s
Located in Toronto, CA
sterling silver box features a domed lid inlaid with iridescent abalone shell arranged in geometric panels
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Gresha Signature Bark, Turtle and Shell with a Pearl
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling silver Gresha signature bark, turtle and shell with a pearl. The silver has been black
Category

2010s American Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Pueblo Heishe Sterling silver Shell Necklace Jacla Santo Domingo
Located in Wallkill, NY
Santo Domingo Pueblo Heishe Turquoise Shell Coral Necklace Jacla Sterling Silver with graduated
Category

Vintage 1960s American Native American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Sea Shell Cufflinks No. 99
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver cufflinks Model no. 99. Simply a wonderful pair of
Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Turquoise Sterling Silver Spiny Shell Oyster Tribal Statement Necklace
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in New York, NY
Estate A. Jeschel turquoise, Spiny Shell Oyster and sterling silver Tribal large statement necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

BERCA Hand Enamelled Starfish Shell shaped Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Cufflinks
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
shells of different colors, are a quirky yet extremely elegant accessory. Crafted from 22kt gold-plated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Kieselstein Cord Turtle Shell Sterling Cufflinks
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Kieselstein Cord Sterling Silver Cufflinks in a Turtle Shell Form, measuring 3/4 x 1/2
Category

Early 2000s American Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Sterling 925 Silver Shell Shape Dangle Summer Chic Boho Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
mounting. • Sterling Silver • Total length 1.8 cm • Total weight 1.6 g, each earring 0.8 g Please be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Naturalistic Victorian sterling silver shell serving dish made by Elkington 1892
By Elkington Co.
Located in London, London
Silver Dish, is shall shaped, standing on 3 cast shell feet, and with 3 sides and a vine shaped handle
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Sterling Silver

Creel and Gow Silvered Sea Shell Tibia Fusus
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Rome, Italy for over 20 years to make our signature silvered shells. Our workshop has been operated by
Category

2010s Italian Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heidi Abrahamson Sterling Silver Brass Shell Pearl Post Modernist Super Earrings
By Heidi Abrahamson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Contemporary earrings of sterling silver and brass with large shell pearl accents created by Heidi
Category

2010s American Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Brass, Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Shell Pendant Summer Sterling Silver Made in Italy Boho Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. • 925 sterling silver • Silver pendant 1.2 x 1.0 cm • Total Weight 3.9 g • Total Length 40 cm At Intini
Category

2010s Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Zuni Multi-Strand Fetish Bird Necklace on Sterling Silver Wire, Coral Shell
Located in Milford, DE
Hand-carved shell fetishes (mid-century to late 20th c.) Strung on sterling silver wire Acquired from a
Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Sterling Pink Silver Shell Shape Dangle Summer Chic Coral Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
embedded with precious natural Red Coral. • Sterling Pink Silver • Red coral beads • Total length 4.0 cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Silver, Sterling Silver

Turquoise 5 Strand Heishi Sterling Silver Clam Shell Necklace Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
attached to large Turquoise stations then onto more turquoise beads. Sterling silver finding at the end
Category

Vintage 1950s American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Sterling Abalone Shell Mermaid Earrings
Located in Webster, SD
These beautiful, vintage mermaid earrings are sterling silver with abalone shell cabochons
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Zuni Shell Coral Cardinal Pendant with Necklace Native American
Located in Wallkill, NY
Detailed. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern and sterling silver
Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Natural Sea Shells 925 Sterling Silver Beaded Boho Summer Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
shells. • 925 Sterling Silver • Shells • Total Weight 500 g • Total Length 50 cm At Intini Jewels we
Category

2010s Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Pearl Sterling Silver Paper Weight in Shell Shape by Mikimoto, 57 Gm
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Mikimoto Pearl on a beutiful unique paper weight by Mikimoto Its in shell shape Weight
Category

1990s More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Gio’ Pomodoro for G.I.F. Sterling Silver and Faux Pearl Shell Form Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
sterling silver and accented with three graduated faux pearls. The abstract form recalls the natural
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique Early 20th Sterling Silver Shell Folding Picture Frame Grey Co 1910
By Grey Co, Birmingham
Located in London, GB
A Stunning Antique Rare Early 20th Sterling Silver Shell folding picture frame, by Maker Grey
Category

Early 20th Century British Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handsome George II Pair of Small Cast 4 Shell Sterling Silver Candlesticks, 1756
By John Preist
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the 'Four Shell' design, and feature removable nozzles. Each
Category

Antique 1750s English George II Candlesticks

Materials

Sterling Silver

George Butler Company 7 Piece Sterling Mounted Sheffield Cased Serving Set
By Sheffield
Located in Atlanta, GA
unique having a carved bone handle, shell form sterling silver mount to edge and collar. Several blades
Category

Antique 19th Century British Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

STUNNING 1911 STERLING SILVER MOTHER OF PEARL BAPTISMAL SHELL BAPTISM Dish
Located in GB
silver handled with mother of pearl Baptismal shell dish for Christian Baptisms The piece is fully
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Silver

Trendy 925 Silver Bracelets Silver Chain Sea Shell Charm Bracelets Christmas
Located in Chicago, IL
Trendy 925 Silver Bracelets Silver Chain Sea Shell Charm Bracelets Christmas Total Carat Weight
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Chain Bracelets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

STUNNING 1931 STERLING SILVER MOTHER OF PEARL BAPTISMAL SHELL BAPTISM Dish
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this sublime 1931 Sterling
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Silver

Scottish Silver Mounted Tiger Cowary Shell Snuff Box, 1817
Located in valatie, NY
Scottish silver mounted tiger cowary shell snuff box, 1817. The hinged lid is inscribed with "W
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver Mounted 2 Compartmented Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver-Mounted 2-Compartmented Box, European, possibly
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Castillo Style Fish Bottle Opener
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
; castillo; shell; sterling silver; silver; abalone; bar; barware; handmade; collectible; decorative; unique
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Arts and Crafts Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Tortoise Shell with Sterling Silver Name Plates Sunglasses
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. tortoise shell sunglasses are combined with two large sterling silver "Tiffany & Co
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Sunglasses

Castillo Style Fish Bottle Opener
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
opener; fish; castillo; shell; sterling silver; silver; abalone; bar; barware; handmade; collectible
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Arts and Crafts Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

William Spratling Sterling Amethyst Shell Earrings, 1950s, Ex-Goddard Estate
By William Spratling
Located in North Attleboro, MA
A rare and sculptural pair of sterling silver and amethyst earrings by William Spratling, Taxco
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Silver

High-Spire Seashell with Sterling Silver Overlay
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage silvered sea shell. Comprising a high spire sea shell with silver overlay
Category

20th Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver

Antique 1920s Silver Tortoise Shell Page Turner by Grey Co. London, England
By Grey Co., Chester, Asprey International Limited
Located in Andernach, DE
Antique English page turner from sterling silver and tortoise shell. Most rare piece, made and
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Regency Tortoiseshell Box With Sterling Silver Details
Located in Tampa, FL
A fine Regency period tortoiseshell box, accented with sterling silver and ivory details. This is a
Category

Antique 1810s English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique Edward Souter Barnsley Co. Sterling Silver Tortoiseshell Powder Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 1894 antique Edward Souter Barnsley & Co. sterling silver and tortoiseshell powder box decorated
Category

Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Teno Silver Sea Shell Red Stone Eye Zodiac Figures
By Aurelio Teno
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of Teno Co silver and shell red stone eye Gemini and Taurus, marble base figures/ bookends.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Sterling Silver

Gabriella Crespi Tortoiseshell and Sterling Silver Box
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in New York, NY
Gabriella Crespi tortoise and sterling silver box. Vintage Crespi cylindrical cigarette case with
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-20th Century Tiffany Co. Sterling Shell and Dolphin Box
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Tiffany & Co. rectangular sterling silver cigarette box rests on four inverted cabriole feet. Top
Category

Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver and Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy by Saunders and Shepherd
By Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders and James Francis Hollings Shepherd
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Petit Sterling Silver and Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy From our Tea Caddy
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Chamber Nautilis Sea Shell Brooch Clip on Earrings in Sterling Bezels c 1986
Located in University City, MO
Chamber Nautilis sea shells in sterling bezels designed by Betsey Fuller c 1986 The handmade
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Artisan Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pearl-shell Bead Necklace Silver Pave Diamond Carabiner ohm Hindu charms
Located in Delhi, DL
occasion. *Key Features: - **Material:** - **Necklace:** pearl shell beads and Sterling Silver Links
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

CHARLES RICHARD COMYNS London 1919 Table Clock In .925 Sterling Shell Wood
By Charles and Richard Comyns
Located in Miami, FL
. It was carefully crafted with parts made-up in solid .925/.999 sterling silver, finely carved shell
Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Sterling Silver "Ariadne with Sheepskin" Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
: 48 x 39 x 12.5mm Material: Shell Metal: Sterling Silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gianmaria Buccellati Rare Vintage Sterling Silver Turtle Trinket Pill Box
By Buccellati
Located in Simpsonville, SC
miniature work of art. The turtle’s shell features intricately chased sterling silver, capturing the
Category

20th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Intini Jewels Gold Plate Silver Shell Citrine Peridot Dangle Summer Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
elegant designs, for a fresh and everlasting elegance. Signature summer earrings in Shell shaped mounting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels Gold Plate Silver Shell Shape Dangle Summer Peridot Chic Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
elegant designs, for a fresh and everlasting elegance. Signature summer earrings in Shell shaped mounting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels Shell Pendant Summer Pink Rose Silver Made in Italy Boho Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. • 925 Pink silver • Silver pendant 1.2 x 1.0 cm • Total Weight 3.9 g • Total Length 40 cm At Intini
Category

2010s Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Turquoise, Clam Shell Coral Necklace w Jacla Silver Santo Domingo Pueblo Heishe
Located in Wallkill, NY
centers. Has sterling silver findings, slide and coral beads at the terminals with sterling silver hook
Category

Vintage 1960s American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver

Intini Jewels Pink Silver Shell Shape Dangle Summer Red Coral Boho Chic Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
elegant designs, for a fresh and everlasting elegance. Signature summer earrings in Shell shaped mounting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Silver, Sterling Silver

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Shell Silver Sterling For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the shell silver sterling you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each shell silver sterling for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Find 379 options for an antique or vintage shell silver sterling now, or shop our selection of 49 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a shell silver sterling — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A shell silver sterling, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Tiffany Co., Lunt Silver and The Stieff Co. each produced at least one beautiful shell silver sterling that is worth considering.

How Much is a Shell Silver Sterling?

A shell silver sterling can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $692, while the lowest priced sells for $59 and the highest can go for as much as $36,096.
Questions About Shell Silver Sterling
  • 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 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 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 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.