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Ceramic Dinner Service Signed Christian Dior, France, 1960s
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
A ceramic "Majolique" dinner service, by Christian Dior. In the style of Montelupo ceramic (17th
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

103-Piece Meissen Porcelain Dinner Service for 12
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Tarzana, CA
A complete delicately painted Meissen porcelain dinner and coffee service for 12 people in the
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20th Century German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

German Porcelain / Gold Dinner Service For Ten People
Located in Tarry Town, NY
German porcelain with 22-carat gold warranted design details dinnerware service for ten people with
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Antique Late 19th Century German Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

Dinner Service in Limoges Porcelain by Raynaud Cie
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A fine dinner service in Limoges porcelain, dating from around the 1920s and made by renowned
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Early 20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

English Porcelain Game Service, Royal Worcester, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Comprising 12 plates and two game platters.
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Early 20th Century British Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Ironstone Crested Part Dinner Service, circa 1815
By Spode
Located in New York, NY
(20" long), 7 graduated platters (19-10" long), 39 dinner plates (9.75" diameter), 18 soup plates (9.5
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Antique 1810s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

German Porcelain Partial Dinner Service, Meissen, 19th Century
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
Comprising 18 soups, 18 dinner plates, one large fish platter, and one large meat platter, one
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Antique 19th Century German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Large Service Vintage Mid-Century Plaza by Raymond Loewy
By Raymond Loewy
Located in Pasadena, TX
. Classic service for 28 (plate service) with the classic iconic plaza design. by Raymond Loewy. This
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Dinner Service Set by Johnson Brothers, England "Coaching Scenes"
By Johnson Brothers
Located in Delft, NL
service with a large oval plate, a large round plate, 3 bowls, 8 pieces soup plates, 8 pieces dinner
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20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

19th Century Faïence Dinner Service from Choisy-Le-Roi
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This refined faience dinner service, crafted by Choisy-le-Roi, showcases intricate sepia-toned
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Antique 19th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

102-Piece Porcelain Dinner Service with Flowers and Butterflies
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An extensive and exquisitely beautiful table service in white porcelain, possibly Limoges, dating
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Large English Emerald Green Glass Service, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 156 pieces. 18 white wines, ten sherry plus four similar, 17 tumblers, 21 water glasses, 18 red wine, 18 bowls and three additional, 17 underplates, four candlestick...
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Antique 1880s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Glass

Extensive Elaborate Limoges Porcelain Baccarat Attr. Stemware Service, Rare
By Limoges, Baccarat, Charles Ahrenfeldt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An enormous and large tabletop service direct from the family who has owned it for over 100 years
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Antique 1890s French Dinner Plates

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Moustiers by Longchamp French Faience Dinner Service for 12
By Longchamp
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming 43-piece table service made by the renowned Burgundy-based earthenware specialists
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Mid-20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

Davenport Porcelain Dessert Service, White, Handpainted Fruits, Victorian 1869
By Davenport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful part dessert service made by Davenport in 1869. It consists of an oval comport
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Limoges Porcelain Dinner Service ULIM 63-Piece
By ULIM Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
items for a complete dining experience, such as dinner plates, soup plates, serving platters, and
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Art Deco Style China by Flintridge Service for 8
Located in New York, NY
colored china. The set has eight dinner plates,8 salad Plates,8 smaller plates and 8 cups and
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20th Century Dinner Plates

Royal Copenhagen Porcelain "Flora Danica" Dinner Service for 12
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in New York, NY
the underside, including: 12 "3549" dinner plates measuring 10 1/8" diameter 12 "3552" bread and
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20th Century Danish Neoclassical Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Limoges Giraud Service, Porcelain from France, Mid-20th Century
By Giraud, Limoges
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
breakfast plates Ø 20,5 cm 12 cups and saucers, the cups are 7 cm tall and Ø 7,5 cm 1 milk jug 13 cm
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wedgwood Pearlware Part Dessert Service, Chrysanthemum Pattern, 1810-1895
By Wedgwood
Located in London, GB
pattern. The service consists of a heart shaped dish, an oval dish, and six plates, of which three are a
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Antique 1810s English George III Dinner Plates

Materials

Pearlware

Multicolor Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dishes - Service for 4
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Heller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
production for over 50 years. This is a 16 piece set of dinner plates, salad plates, bowls, and mugs in
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Plastic

Cauldon England for Tomas Goode Fine China Luncheon/Dessert Service
By T. Goode Co., Cauldon
Located in Miami, FL
Cauldon England for Tomas Goode Fine China Luncheon/Dessert Service Offered for sale is a fine
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Mid-20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Dinner Service, Alfred Meakin, Marlborough, England, 1907-1913, 115 pieces
By Alfred Meakin
Located in Delft, NL
Dinner service, Alfred Meakin, Marlborough, England, 1907-1913 Meakin, A. Ltd, earthenware
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Early 20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Mason s Ashworth Earthenware Serving Service, Late 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Sixty Three Piece Set of Mason's ashworth earthenware ironstone transfer service "Indian tree
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Antique Late 19th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

Extensive Rare Rich Ruby Gilt Encrusted China Dinner Service, Paris
By Au Vase Etrusque
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bands. Crisp white porcelain with clear centers. This fine porcelain service includes the following 88
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Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

James Green Nephew, Porcelain Dessert Service with Butterflies, circa 1870
Located in Chatham, ON
- Victorian/Aesthetic Movement - antique porcelain luncheon or dessert service - hand painted with butterflies
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Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Evening Star Porcelain Dinner Service for 12
By Syracuse China
Located in Miami, FL
-white background, with silver / platinum rims. The vitreous porcelain set includes: 12 dinner plates, 12
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Dinner Service of 65 Pieces in Limoges Porcelain, by Raynaud
By Limoges, Atelier Raynaud
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A lovely dinner service of 65 pieces, in delicate Limoges porcelain and stamped with the maker's
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Staffordshire Dessert Service, Cobalt Blue Botanical, Rococo Revival, circa 1830
By Staffordshire
Located in London, GB
stunning botanical paintings. The service consists of seven plates, two square double handled dishes, three
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Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

KPM Berlin Dessert Service, Blanc de Chine, Pierced, 1871-1900
By KPM Porcelain
Located in London, GB
plates. The services was probably meant to be painted with small flowers, but was unfinished, leaving it
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Felspar Porcelain Dessert Service, Landscape Paintings, Regency ca 1820
By Spode
Located in London, GB
service consists of one rectangular dish, two shell shaped dishes and eight square dessert plates
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport Porcelain Dessert Service, Pink with Flowers, Regency 1820-1825
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
paintings. The service consists of 12 plates, 2 one-handled shell dishes, 3 square dishes, 4 lozenge shape
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

A Set of Dishes: An Extensive Wedgwood Creamware Dinner Service
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
An extraordinary early 19th century Wedgwood dinner service painted in the "Pink Daisy" pattern.The
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Antique 19th Century English Romantic Dinner Plates

Materials

Creamware, Earthenware, Pottery

Flight Barr Barr Worcester Dessert Service (25 pieces) circa 1820
By Flight, Barr Barr Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
We are pleased to offer this lovely Flight Barr & Barr Worcester dessert service made in early 19th
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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

44-Piece Antique Dinner Service by Ridgways England in Delft Pattern
By John Ridgways
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful antique table service from the English maker Ridgways. The service is decorated with a
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

Limoges Pondicherry Complete Dinner Service for Six, Nine Piece Each, French
By Limoges
Located in Manhasset, NY
Limoges Pondicherry complete dinner service for six 9 piece each. Retailed by L. Bernardaud & Co
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Late 20th Century French Belle Époque Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Pink Porcelain Nautilus Dessert Service by Wedgwood for John Mortlock, 1880s
By Josiah Wedgwood, Wedgwood
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique Victorian Shell Shaped Dishes and Plates Dating from 1884 this service would have been a
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Dinner Service in Fine Limoges Porcelain By Georges DELILLE
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An unusual and very elegant dinner service in fine Limoges porcelain, from the celebrated porcelain
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Machin Porcelain Dessert Service, Moustache Shape, White, Birds, Regency ca 1820
By Machin
Located in London, GB
attached stand, an oval dish, two square dishes, three shell dishes and 9 plates. This service has wear
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

John Rose Coalport Porcelain Dessert Service, Japan Imari Pattern, circa 1805
By Coalport Porcelain, John Rose
Located in London, GB
This is a very boldly decorated John Rose / Coalport dessert service made in about 1805, which is
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Coalport Porcelain Dessert Service, Purple Vines, Rams Heads, Regency, ca 1820
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and spectacular full dessert service made by Coalport around the year 1820. The
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Metlox Poppy Trail California Contemporary 32 Piece Dinner Service for Eight
By Metlox Manufacturing Company
Located in Ferndale, MI
Set of Metlox poppy trail California contemporary. Eight pieces each dinner plate soup bowl, small
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Pottery

Salvador Dali "Sirena s Peinadas Con Coral y Hormiga" Coffee, Tea Dinner Service
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Berlin, DE
Very extensive porcelain service. Consisting of coffee, tea and dinner service. Extremely rare
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20th Century Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Dinner Service Decorated Glass Green Gold Midcentury Italy 1970s Set of 49
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant Christmas-themed dinner service in glass decorated in shades of green and gold consisting
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Glass

Wonderful Royal Worcester Windsor Green and Gold Elegant Dinner Service for 12
By Royal Worcester
Located in Roslyn, NY
the white china. This is a full formal service for 12 including some service pieces. Included: 12
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Vintage 1960s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Gilt Encrusted Service for 12 Decorated 24-Karat Gold by Pickard
By Pickard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely combined service with fine porcelain blanks by Bavarian and Czech makers and superb gilt
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Vintage 1920s American Dinner Plates

Materials

24k Gold

A Set of Sixteen Dishes: A Dessert Service Decorated with Pink Roses
Located in Katonah, NY
A dessert service from the English factory "Daniel." We are dating this service to circa 1830. The
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Service assiettes à Fromages Saint Amand en faïence Francaise (set de 12)
By Saint Amand
Located in London, England
Invitez les fromages Francais sur votre table, avec ce service de 12 Assiettes en Faïence de Saint
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Mid-20th Century European French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

Ralph Laurel Academy Platinum Dinner Service for Eight with Many Serving Pieces
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white. This set includes: 8 dinner plates 8 salad plates 8 dessert plates 9 teacups 8 saucers 2
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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

56 Piece Old Paris Le Rosey Theodore Haviland Limoge Porcelain Dinner Service
By Lerosey China
Located in valatie, NY
56 piece set of Old Paris Le Rosey and Theodore Haviland Limoge Procelain dinner service with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wonderful Full Service 12 Royal Worcester Regency Royal Blue Fine China Set
By Royal Worcester
Located in Roslyn, NY
plates 11". 24 salad/luncheon plates 8". 12 dessert plates 6". 12 tea cups and saucers. Gravy
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Vintage 1980s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

1980s Richard Ginori Bolero Postmodern Dinnerware Service for Eight, Made in Ita
By Richard Ginori
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Vintage Richard Ginori Dinnerware. 73 pieces all in excellent condition. Service for 8 plus, Salad
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

36 Piece Service for 12 Royal Crown Derby Green Panel Dinnerware Vintage
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
perfect to mix and match in with all your fine table top. This set includes 12 dinner plates 10 and one
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Vintage 1980s British Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique English Partial Dinner Service 16 of Each, Adams Calyxware, Hand-Painted
By Adams
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
to the glaze which is age appropriate and in very nice antique condition. There are 16 dinner plates
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Vintage 1920s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English Cobalt Blue and Hand-Painted Dessert Service w Compotes 18 Piece
By William Adderley
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
fruits make this service especially beautiful. Complete with 12 plates, two tall pedestal compotes, two
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Antique Early 1900s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

Service For 12, Minton England Fine Bone China Ruby Gold Decoration 60 Pieces
By Minton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From one of England's premier porcelain factories Minton, this 5 piece place setting has service
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Extensive English Porcelain Service for 12, Lovely Sage Mint Green Gilded 106 Pc
By Royal Worcester
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A rare and wonderful Royal Worcester England fine China dinner service for 12. Raised and embossed
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Vintage 1940s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

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Silver Plate Service For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic silver plate service available at 1stDibs. A silver plate service — often made from metal, ceramic and silver — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a silver plate service, we have 694 options in-stock, while there are 12 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the silver plate service you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A silver plate service is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one silver plate service that is appealing in its simplicity, but Christofle, Minton and Coalport Porcelain produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Silver Plate Service?

Prices for a silver plate service start at $100 and top out at $275,000 with the average selling for $2,496.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass 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 Service
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A service plate is a large plate used for serving a multi-course meal. A service plate is never used to serve or eat food directly from; it is used as a base plate for appetizers, soup, and salad. Shop a variety of antique and vintage service plates 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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
    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
    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 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The value of a sterling silver tea service is based on its age, maker, and the pieces included. A sterling set can start at $1,000 but the value can be a wide range. If it is sterling, it will typically have a hallmark of .925. This demonstrates that the piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. Simply put, the more pieces you have in the set, the more it will be worth. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver tea service on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A silver tea service set’s prices can range based on age, maker, and pieces included. Most sterling silver sets will start at $1,000.00. The most desirable silver tea sets are those that include a tray and many different types of pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    What silver plate is worth today varies. Because silver plate pieces contain only minimal amounts of silver, they usually don't have much value on the scrap market. However, silver plate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silverplate, may be worth something due to its style, type, age, maker, rarity and overall condition. Some silver plate makers that are popular among collectors include Reed Barton, Gorham, Sheffield Cutlers Company, Christofle, Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Lino Sabattini, Elkington Co. and Mappin Webb. If you'd like a professional opinion on how much items in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a large collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silver plate and other silver plate on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.
  • 1stDibs 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 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.