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Vintage Hollywood Regency Spain Silver Plated Pheasant Bird Figures - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Finely Detailed Hollywood Regency Spain, Silver Plated Pheasant Bird Figures - a Pair
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Gabriella Binazzi 1970s Silver Plated Handcrafted Bird with Seashell Body
By Gabriella Binazzi
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Italian 1970s bird sculpture by Gabriella Binazzi made of silver plated brass and a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Estate Brass and Silver-Plate Perching Bird Chandelier, Circa 1930 s.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Brass and Silver-Plate Perching Bird Chandelier, Circa 1930's.
Category

Early 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Estate Brass and Silver-Plate Perching Bird Chandelier, Circa 1930.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Brass and Silver-Plate Perching Bird Chandelier, Circa 1930.
Category

Early 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver, Brass

Silver Plate Table Lamp with Two Sculpted Birds
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1940s French table lamp with green marble base, silver plate branch shaped support and two
Category

Vintage 1940s French Table Lamps

21st Century Bird Blue Emeralds Blue Topaz Silver Gold Plated Hoop Earring
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Bird Blue Emeralds Blue Topaz Silver Gold Plated Hoop Earring Introducing 'The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

21st Century Bird Blue Aquamarine Blue Topaz Silver Gold Plated Hoop Earring
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Bird Blue Aquamarine Blue Topaz Silver Gold Plated Hoop Earring Introducing the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver

Bar Tools Set With Phoenix Bird Carved Handle Handmade Inlay by Haddad Jezzine
Located in Van Nuys, CA
silver plated handles. The bird is in the shape of the HudHud Hoopoe bird native to Jezzine Lebanon but
Category

Vintage 1950s Lebanese Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Bone

Silver-Plate Bowl with Bird Detail on Volcanic Rock base by Emilia Castillo
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your dining experience with this exquisite Silver-Plate Bowl with Bird Detail on a Volcanic
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Silver Plate and Shell Bird by Gabriella Binazzi
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Featured is another beautiful Italian hand crafted seashell, silver plate and brass bird sculpture
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures

Pair of Silver Plate Sparrows
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very sweet pair of silver plated sparrows. These bird figurines are so special that they will add
Category

20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Antonio Pavia 1970s Italian Silver Plated Cream Bird Sculpture with White Crest
By Antonio Pavia
Located in New York, NY
silver plated long feathered tail and topped with a white coral-like crest. The quality of the details
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

21st Century Bird Fire Enamel Terracotta Beaded Necklace Gold Plated
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Bird Fire Enamel Terracotta Beaded Necklace Gold Plated Beaded Necklace Gold Plated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

21st Century Gold Plated Earrings Blue Turquoises Roses Pearls Quartz Birds
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Gold Plated Earrings Blue Turquoises Roses Pearls Quartz Birds Gold plated silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Chased Silverplate Parrot Nutcracker
By Asprey International Limited
Located in New Windsor, NY
Chased silver-plate exotic bird nutcracker. Nicely detailed head and handle. A distinct and refined
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Pair of Table Pheasants
Located in London, GB
A large pair of silver plated pheasants. Each bird measures 17.5" from beak to tail.
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Gilt Silver Plate Calling Card Holder
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Victorian gilt silver plate engraved bird calling card case. Lovely engraved bird design with
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Austrian Solid Silver-Gilt Enamel Bird Automaton Box, c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th Century Austrian solid silver-gilt singing bird automaton box, of rectangular
Category

20th Century Austrian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Gerard Bouvier Bird Sculpture
Located in Greenwich, CT
! Created by the renowned sculptor Gerard Bouvier in 1988, using silver plated vintage cutlery, this one-of
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Sterling silver and colour paste bird of paradise brooch, Trifari, 1940s, USA
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very beautiful, glamorous and elegant 'cocktail' brooch depicting a swooping bird of paradise, of
Category

Vintage 1940s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Stunning quality antique Edwardian claret jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
form of a bird with silver plated mounts and glass body with a shaped spout and handle raised on a
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Glass

Materials

Glass

Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Pearl Bird Plaque de Cou Levinger Bissinger Necklace
Located in London, GB
silver, Plique-à-jour enamel and pearl plaque de cou attributed to Levinger and Bissinger. Made in
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

1930 s French Silver plated Bagues 5 Lights Sconces
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's French silver plated and crystal birds 5 lights sconces
Category

Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

21st Century Birds Fishes Palms Diamonds Rosette Gold Earring Omega Silver Mesh
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Birds Fishes Palms Diamonds Rosette Gold Earring Omega Silver Gold Plated Mesh White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold Plate, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

1970s Italian Gabriella Binazzi Bird Sculpture
By Gabriella Binazzi
Located in London, GB
A beautiful sculpture of a bird in silver-plated metalwork and seashell designed by Gabriella
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate

Los Castillo Bird Mixed Metal Trinket Dish or Ashtray
By Los Castillos
Located in Stamford, CT
Los Castillo mixed metal bird trinket dish. Copper, brass and silver plate. Stamped on the
Category

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

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass, Copper

Binazzi Foresto Brass and Conch Shell Decorative Birds, Sculptures, Italy
By Foresto Binazzi
Located in Buffalo, NY
Binazzi Foresto brass and conch shell decorative birds, sculptures, Italy, applied silver. Retain
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Grand Tour Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Lanvin Stunning Choker Necklace in Silver Plated Metal with Charms
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
in silver plated metal with multicolored rhinestones. Velvet ribbon all around the necklace. T-clasp
Category

2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Other, Base Metal

Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Ruby Eye Whole Crystals Swallow Bird Perch Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown TRIFARI Philippe 1940s Vintage Unisex Vivid Ruby Red Eye Whole Crystals Cabochon Swallow Bird
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Christofle, Paris, France, Small Modernist Bowl with a Bird on Top
Located in København, Copenhagen
Christofle, Paris, France. Small modernist bowl with a bird on top. Plated silver. Mid-20th
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Mid Century Carved Wood and Metal Bird Sculptures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of vintage bird or road runner sculptures or figures having carved wood and lacquered
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

21st Century Necklace Gold Plating Ruby Beads Fire Enamels Birds Lapis Lazuli
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century Necklace Gold Plating Ruby Beads Fire Enamels Birds Lapis Lazuli Silver necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

21st Century Diamonds Blue Green Turquoises Coral Star Roses Birds Gold Earrings
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
Silver, Ruthenium Silver and Silver Gold plated. Introducing "The Essence of Love" earrings, an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silv...

Pair of Large French Art Deco Table Lamps
By Atelier Petitot
Located in Miami, FL
plated metal, rosewood shaft and 3 silver plated bronze exotic birds sculptures on the base of the bulb
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Marble Bookends, 1920s, French
Located in Den Haag, NL
2 Very nice art deco bookends. Marble base comes with silver plated pewter birds.
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Marble

Antonio Pavia 1970s Italian Silver Plated Bird Sculpture with White Coral
By Antonio Pavia
Located in New York, NY
handcrafted, with an ostrich egg as the body, decorated with an impressive chased silver plated long feathered
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Coral, Metal

Lacquered Serving Bowl with Bird Finial
Located in New York, NY
Probably Danish made, dark blue lacquer with silver plate bird finial and serving spoon.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Decorative Exotic Bird or Pheasant Sculptures
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique silver plated exotic bird or pheasant sculptures are unsigned, but presumed to
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Chelsea Bird Plates
By Copeland Spode
Located in New York, NY
Pair Chelsea bird plates. Pair dinner plates with red painted shaped borders centering a large
Category

Early 20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Gilt Bird Plate
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Derby gilt bird plate. Antique and rare English hand-painted and gilt plate by George Complin with
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Seven French Bird Plates
By E. Bourgeois
Located in New York, NY
Set of French bird plates. Richly colored transfer ware plates of varied birds including five
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Dinner Plates

Majolica Bird Plate Wasmuel, Circa 1890
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica bird plate Wasmuel, Circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s Belgian Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Set of Eight Audubon Bird Plates
By Alfred Meakin
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight Audubon birds of America plates in cream with raised floral border centering on eight
Category

20th Century English Dinner Plates

Set of Eight Audubon Bird Plates
By Alfred Meakin
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight Audubon birds of America plates in cream with raised floral border centering on eight
Category

20th Century English Dinner Plates

Set of Eight Audubon Bird Plates
By Alfred Meakin
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight Audubon Birds of America Plates in cream with raised floral border centering on eight
Category

20th Century English Dinner Plates

French Majolica Birds Plate Onnaing, Circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
French majolica birds plate Onnaing Circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s French Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Bird Bee Plate Wasmuel
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
19th century Majolica bird & bee plate Wasmuel.
Category

Antique 1890s Belgian Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Bird Bee Plate Wasmuel
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica bird & bee plate Wasmuel.
Category

Antique 1890s Belgian Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Five French Creamware Bird Plates
By Luneville
Located in New York, NY
Set of five scallop-edged creamware plates with hand-painted bird by K & G Luneville. France, circa
Category

Early 20th Century French Dinner Plates

French Majolica Bird Plate Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate birds with blue flowers Onnaing, circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s French Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Bird Plate Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate birds with blue flowers Onnaing, circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s French Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Bird Insect Plate Wasmuel, Circa 1890
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica bird and insect plate Wasmuel ( Belgium ), Circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s Belgian Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Majolica Bird Insect Plate Wasmuel, circa 1890
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica bird and insect plate Wasmuel ( Belgium ), Circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s Belgian Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Majolica Bird Plate Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica plate with bird and grapes Onnaing, circa 1890.
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

French Majolica Bird Plate Onnaing, circa 1890
By Onnaing
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica plate with bird and white flowers Onnaing, circa 1890.
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

19th Century English Birds Flowers Plate Minton
By Minton
Located in Austin, TX
19th century English birds and flowers peonies plate signed Minton. Chinese inspiration.
Category

Antique 1880s English Chinoiserie Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Saint Amand Bird Plate, circa 1890
By Saint Amand
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely Majolica plate with bird and insect, leaves signed Saint Amand, circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

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Silver Plate Birds For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of silver plate birds is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique silver plate birds was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Silver plate birds have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of silver plate birds to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Mid-Century Modern and Neoclassical silver plate birds are of considerable interest. Many silver plate birds are appealing in their simplicity, but Royal Copenhagen, Mason's Ironstone and Sarreguemines produced popular silver plate birds that are worth a look.

How Much are Silver Plate Birds?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $900, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $275,000 highest priced.

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 Silver Plate Birds
  • 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
    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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.

  • 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plate silverware is valuable. However, the maker, age and style of silver-plated silverware are usually what make it valuable. From a material standpoint, silver plate contains very little pure silver, so the metal on its own is not very valuable. Find a wide range of silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify silver plate marks, first explore trusted online resources for some of the most frequently used examples. Most silver plate pieces will feature a purity marking, such as “EPNS” or “A1,” and markings corresponding to the maker. Photographing the maker's mark and performing a reverse image search may lead to a quick identification. If your search doesn't yield any results, try entering a description of the mark into the search engine or examining reference guides shared by trusted online resources to determine who produced your piece. From there, you can conduct further research to learn about your piece's age, pattern and other features. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver plate hallmarks, try snapping a photo with your smartphone or tablet and then performing a reverse image. Often, this approach will allow you to determine who produced a particular piece. If your search yields no results, try typing a description of the marking into a search engine or browsing image galleries of maker's marks published on trusted online resources. If you run into any difficulty, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can be of assistance. Shop a large selection of silver deocrative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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.