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H&R Daniel Shell Dish, Shrewsbury Shape, Pink with Flowers, Patt. 4205, 1827
By H&R Daniel
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful shell dish made by H&R Daniel in 1827. The dish was potted in the "Shrewsbury
Category

Antique 1820s English Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Silver Plate Giraffe Kangaroo Figurines with Shell Body
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of silver plate figurines of a Giraffe & Kangaroo with shell bodies.
Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Georgian Sterling Shell Ladle, Hallmarked, 5.5 T.O., circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique English Georgian sterling silver shell ladle with monogrammed handle, 5.5 T.O., hallmark
Category

Mid-20th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wedgwood Set with Scallop Shell Shaped Dishes, Clam Shaped Tureens a Nautilus
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
. Josiah Wedgwood, who founded the Wedgwood company in the mid-1700s was an avid shell collector. Under
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

New Hall Porcelain Plate, White with Flowers, Inverted Shell, Regency circa 1820
By New Hall
Located in London, GB
"inverted shell" moulding, a bright white ground without any gilding and beautiful hand painted flowers in
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Large Ceramic Vide Poche in a Shell Form with a sculpted Fish Circa 1960 France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Ceramic Vide Poche, has a shell Shape., with an enamaled sculpted Fish The main color is the
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Pearlware Beige Shell Dish with Bird Attributed to Wedgwood, Regency, circa 1820
By Wedgwood
Located in London, GB
This is a very charming and rare pearlware shell dish made by Wedgwood in circa 1820. The dish has
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Serving Bowls

Materials

Pearlware

Ridgway Drabware Shell Dish with Bird After Bewick, Beige, Ochre, Regency 1808
By Wedgwood
Located in London, GB
This is a very charming drabware shell dish made by Ridgway in circa 1808. The dish has a beautiful
Category

Antique Early 1800s English Regency Serving Bowls

Materials

Earthenware

Silver Chandelier with Shell
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930 French silvered bronze chandelier with shell inset in body. Available in our 241 East
Category

Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Silver Plated Horse Conch Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authenticmhorse conch shell with an electro silver plated finish giving one of Mother Nature's most
Category

20th Century Solomon Islands Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver

Silvered Rosy Top Sea Shell with Clock by Creel and Gow
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Clock rosy top silvered shell 3". Creel and Gow has been working with the same atelier in Rome
Category

2010s Italian Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exquisite Black Tab Shell Box with Silvered Inlay with Art Deco Diamond Design
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite black tab shell lidded box features a rectangular shape with a silvered inlay lineal
Category

20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Shell Cameo Earring with Diamonds in silver
Located in New York, NY
: 6.52cts Silver: 15.4gms Shell Cameo: 44.7cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Elegant Blacktab Shell Box with Silvered Inlay and Art Deco Argyle Design
Located in New York, NY
This elegant blacktab shell lidded box features a rectangular with a silvered inlay Art Deco argyle
Category

20th Century Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Nautical Hammered Silver Napkin Rings with Shells on Top Set of 4 circa 1970
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Nautical grotto-style hammered silver napkin rings with shells on top - Set of 4, circa 1970. A
Category

Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver, Steel

English Georgian Tortoise Shell Silver Mount Hinged Tea Caddy with Key, 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
English Georgian tortoise shell and silver foliage mounted hinged tea caddy with exterior silver
Category

Antique 1770s English Georgian Tea Caddies

Materials

Sterling Silver, Foil

Serving Plate with Handle
Located in Chicago, IL
Silver plated shell with flourished handle and feet.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silvered Metal Sculpture of a Flamingo with a Pearly Shell, Italy 1970
Located in Brussels, BE
Mounted on a circular tiered base, nice flamingo with a pearly shell. Silvered metal. Attributed
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

1970 s Silver Plated Crane by Gabriella Binazzi with Real Nautilus Shell Body
By Gabriella Binazzi
Located in London, GB
A wonderful 1970's silver plated crested crane by Gabriella Binazzi, with real Nautilus shell body
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Square Silver Plate Keepsake Box with Sea Shell Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Square silver plate metal trinket or keepsake box with sculptural sea shell design removable lid on
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Contemporary R Y Augousti Bowl with Inlaid Shagreen, Penshell and Brass
By R Y Augousti
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A gorgeous walnut bowl made R & Y Augousti, with brass borders inlaid with creme & grey shagreen and black penshell. Expertly crafted, this decorative bowl is a perfec...
Category

2010s Philippine Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Contemporary R Y Augousti Bowl with Inlaid Shagreen, Penshell and Brass
By R Y Augousti
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A gorgeous walnut bowl made R & Y Augousti, with brass borders inlaid with creme & earth tone shagreen and brown penshell. Expertly crafted, this decorative bowl is a ...
Category

2010s Philippine Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Diminutive English Tea Caddy of Tortoise Shell with Sterling Silver Mounts
Located in Charleston, SC
Diminutive English tea caddy of tortoiseshell with sterling silver mounts. Tea container has
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Tea Caddies

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Contemporary Kifu Paris Leopard Tray with Inlaid Brass, Shagreen and Penshell
By Kifu Augousti
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A stunning and beautifully crafted Kifu Paris leopard serving tray, with brass, grey shagreen, and black penshell inlay, over a base of walnut and covered in leather o...
Category

2010s Philippine Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

18th Century Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle On Stand, Moscow, c.1761
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
18th Century Imperial Russian silver tea kettle on stand, the bullet shaped body chased with rococo
Category

Antique 18th Century Russian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Whimsical Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Bar Tray with Inlaid Butterflies
By The Couroc Company, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical mid century serving tray by Couroc of Monterey, made from phenolic resin and inlaid with wood and brass depicting colorful butterflies rare and beautiful tray . Phenolic re...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Shell, Resin

Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Tray with Inlaid Wood and Seals
By The Couroc Company, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical mid century serving tray by Couroc of Monterey, made from phenolic resin and inlaid with wood and brass depicting seals with a bird perched on its head and the sun . Phenol...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Shell, Resin

Contemporary Kifu Paris Panther Tray with Inlaid Brass, Shagreen and Penshell
By Kifu Augousti
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A stunning and beautifully crafted Kifu Paris panther serving tray, with brass, creme shagreen, mother of pearl, and black penshell inlay, over a base of walnut and co...
Category

2010s Philippine Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Kifu Paris Zebra Tray with Inlaid Brass, Shagreen and Penshell
By Kifu Augousti
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A stunning and beautifully crafted Kifu Paris zebra serving tray, with brass, creme shagreen, mother of pearl, and black penshell inlay, over a base of walnut and cove...
Category

2010s Philippine Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Tray with Inlaid Wood and Brass Whale
By The Couroc Company, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Mid 20th century serving tray by Couroc of Monterey, made from phenolic resin and inlaid with wood and brass depicting a whale with a bird perched on its back and the sun in the sky....
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Shell, Resin

Vintage Couroc Phenolic Resin Serving Tray with Inlaid Wood Fish Wharf Docks
By Jonathan Adler, The Couroc Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical mid century serving tray by Couroc of Monterey, made from phenolic resin and inlaid with wood and brass depicting fish wharf bait tackle docks . Phenolic resin is resistant...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Shell, Resin

Exquisite Blacktab Shell Box with Tahiti Shell Ends and Silvered Inlay Trim
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Blacktab Shell box with Tahiti Shell ends and Silvered inlay trim featuring a streamlined
Category

20th Century Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Cartier Tortoise Shell Accented with Silver Hardware Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's wonderfully elegant and timeless tortoise shell sunglasses are accented with
Category

1990s French Sunglasses

Coconut Shell “Bugbear” Powder Flask with Silver Mounts
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A superb coconut shell “bugbear” powder flask with silver mounts and carrying chain (France, circa
Category

Antique 1790s French Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Coconut

Tortoise Shell Cross Inlaid with Gold and Silver
Located in Stamford, CT
. Pique, the technique of inlaying gold and silver into tortoise shell or ivory, came to
Category

English More Necklaces

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Overlay Mounted Shell Collection
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century Italian sterling silver overlay mounted shell collection offered by Callie Morgan
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian International Style Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver

Naïve Rounded Coconut Shell “Bugbear” Powder Flask with Silver Mounts
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A naïve rounded coconut shell “bugbear” powder flask with silver mounts, carved with a native face
Category

Antique Early 1800s Models and Miniatures

Materials

Silver

Shell Form Parrot with Sterling Body and Perch
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Toucan bird in the form of a shell with sterling silver tail and perch. This rarely seen piece has
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Highly Important Silver Viennese Enamel Mounted Repousse Shell Casket Cabinet
Located in Queens, NY
Highly important silver and Viennese enamel mounted repousse shell casket or table cabinet in the
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Renaissance Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Enamel, Metal, Silver

Art Deco Dainty Silver, Pink Enamel Shell Pearl Bracelet with Earrings, Boxed
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A lovely set, the bracelet is a chain of pretty pink scallop shells enameled in pink just like the
Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Silver, Enamel

19th C. French Silver-Plated Rococo Bookstand with Shell and Cherub Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880, this exquisite silver-plated bookstand exemplifies the ornate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Music Stands

Materials

Silver Plate

Superb Coconut Shell “Bugbear” Powder Flask with Silver Mounts
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A superb coconut shell “bugbear” powder flask with silver mounts and carrying chain (France, circa
Category

Antique 1790s French Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Coconut

Vintage Silver Plate and Conch Shell Bird Sculpture by Binazzi
By Binazzi
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout mid century Italian pheasant sculpture crafted with a conch shell ambitiously enhanced
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-Century Modern Snail Shell Silver Floor Lamp with Marble Base
Located in West Hartford, CT
Unusual tall Mid-Century Modern snail shell silver floor lamp with one bulb. Wired for USA and in
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Pair of 19th Century French Silvered Brass Repousse Mirrors with Shell Motif
Located in Dallas, TX
, brass mirror has a frame with a silver finish and features a repousse shell motif on the top with two
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Wall Mirrors

Materials

Silver, Brass

Nautilus Shell in a Tree with Lizard Sculpture by Maitland-Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
a cast metal tree on a penshell base featuring a silver plate lizard with a tortoise shell back.
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Shell Cameo Earrings with Green and White Diamonds in Silver and Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds in silver and gold. Closure: Push Post 18kt: 1.67gms Diamond: 3.75cts Slv: 16.65gms Shell Cameo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Tibetan Conch Shell with Turquoise, Silver and Coral Inlays, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A ceremonial conch shell from Tibet, circa 1900. This traditional piece is carefully inlaid with
Category

Antique Early 1900s Tibetan Other Natural Specimens

Materials

Coral, Silver

Patricia Von Muslin Signed Sterling Silver Shell Earrings
By Patricia von Musulin
Located in US
Patricia Von Musulin earrings feature a shell motif composed with 925 sterling silver. Signed at
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare English 18th Cent. Tortoise Shell and Silver Covered Book of Common Prayer
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
certain time, likely in the mid-19th century, it has been mounted in a tortoise shell cover with silver
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Books

Materials

Silver

Very Elegant Bird Sculpture with Shell by Gabriella Binazzi
By Binazzi
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful bird shell sculpture in silvered plated metal. Signed BINAZZI ITALY, 1970.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Shells with Reflections, Original Oil Painting, Oil and Silver Leaf on Panel
By Helen Oh
Located in Chicago, IL
19w inches. Helen Oh Shells with Reflections oil and silver leaf on panel 24h x 18w in Helen Oh, b
Category

2010s Realist Still-life Paintings

Materials

Silver

Ottaviani Italian Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Lidded Box with Shell Decor
By Ottaviani
Located in Astoria, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern rectangular shape wood box with Sterling silver lid with a shell decor
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Silver Shell Floor Lamps with Marble Bases
Located in West Hartford, CT
Unusual pair of matching tall Mid-Century Modern snail shell silver floor lamps with one bulb
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Silver Plate, Steel

English Regency Silver Inlaid Tortoise Shell Double Tea Caddy, 19th Century
Located in Bradenton, FL
English Regency silver inlaid turtle shell double tea caddy, 19th century. English Regency block
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Rare Signed Gabriella Crespi Large Real Turtle Shell Box Silver Sculpture, 1970
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Vis, NL
Rare Signed Gabriella Crespi large real turtle shell box combined with silver sculpture. 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Silver Plate over Brass Turtle Sculpture with a Quartz Crystal Stone Shell
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Beach, FL
As a symbol of persistence, this silver plate on brass turtle is carrying a heavy load of quartz
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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Shells With Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of shells with silver on 1stDibs. A piece of shells with silver — often made from metal, silver and shell — can elevate any home. Find 469 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of shells with silver now, or shop our selection of 27 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of shells with silver — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of shells with silver is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Victorian and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. The Couroc Company, Binazzi and Interi each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of shells with silver that is worth considering.

How Much is a Shells With Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of shells with silver at 1stDibs is $1,802, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,302,437 for the highest priced.
Questions About Shells With Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, if used properly, some artillery shells can explode. In the 19th century, artillery shells were designed to burst on impact causing shrapnel. Military collectors and firearm enthusiasts often proudly display artillery shells as vintage decor. Shop a selection of military memorabilia on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In nature, you can find giant clam shells along the shorelines of the Philippines and in the Sabah coral reefs in Malaysian Borneo. To purchase giant clam shells, check out reputable online platforms, auction houses and antique stores. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of giant clam shells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Capiz shell designs have been described as rustic and boho. Capiz is a type of flat pearl made from a windowpane oyster found in and named for the province of Capiz in the Philippines. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Capiz shell items from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Yes, argent silver is real silver. Also called argentium silver, it is an alloy that consists of 93.5% to 96% silver, depending on the manufacturer's formula. Instead of being mixed entirely with copper, the pure silver in argentium silver is usually combined with a blend of copper and germanium, giving the metal improved heat and stain resistance. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of silver jewelry, 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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Poole Silver is real silver. However, the American silversmith didn't produce all of its pieces out of solid silver. Poole developed an electro-plating technique that allowed a thin, durable layer of silver to be applied over sturdy base metals. On 1stDibs, find a range of Poole Silver Co. silver wares.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Yes, Godinger silver is real silver. The American luxury brand produces tableware, decorative objects and giftware out of silver plate. As a result, their silver items have a base metal to which a layer of genuine silver is applied. They are not usually solid silver. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Godinger silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends on the make and model whether or not silver cutlery contains real silver. Some flatware contains a percentage of sterling silver, however, not all silvertone flatware contains silver. Shop a wide collection of flatware, including silver, on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, Leonard silver is real silver. However, the Leonard Silver Company electroplated most of its pieces, crafting them from base metal and finishing them with a thin layer of genuine silver. During the 1970s, Towle purchased Leonard Silver and continued to produce silver-plate serving trays and other silver-plated tableware under the brand name through the late 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Sheffield silver is part real silver, part copper. Sheffield manufactured what is known as a Sheffield plate, which is a “double sandwich” form of plating—it has a sheet of silver on each side of a piece of copper. Shop a selection of Sheffield pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Yes, Barbour silver is generally real silver. However, not all pieces produced by the brand are solid silver. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the American silversmith produced both solid sterling silver and silverplate tableware, flatware and decorative objects. Silverplate items consist primarily of base metal and have just a thin layer of genuine silver applied as a finish. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barbour silver wares.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, Taxco silver is real silver. Pieces bearing the Taxco mark come from silversmith workshops located in Taxco, Mexico. The region has been known as a major center for silver production since the 1920s. Find a diverse assortment of Taxco silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Gorham silver is real silver, however, the silver content changes depending on the item. Some Gorham items are sterling silver, which isn’t pure silver, but a mix of mostly silver and a small amount of another alloy, likely copper. Some other Gorham items are silver-plated. Shop a collection of Gorham silver jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.