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19th Century Victorian Silver Plated Oak Tantalus Games Compendium, c.1895
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th Century Victorian silver plated mounted on solid oak tantilus, with a humidor
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique English Oak and Silver Three Bottle Tantalus
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handsome tantalus set.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Quality Tantalus
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality tantalus having quality silver plated mounts on a oak frame with three
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Tantalus
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Victorian Tantalus Golden Oak and Sheffield Silver Plated Mounts
Category

Antique 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique English "Henry Atkins" Crystal Silver Drinks Biscuit Tantalus c 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Finest Antique English Cut Crystal & Silver-Plate Drinks and Biscuit Tantalus on Fitted Tray
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

English Tantalus or Decanter Set for Spirits of Oak and Silver
Located in Austin, TX
. Featuring Fine plate silver corner brackets, lock mechanism and sturdy carry handle. The frame of oak with
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Superb Tantalus Dated c.1910
Located in London, GB
A great tantalus with bottles all dated Birmingham 1911. An unusual key opening at the top which
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Oak and Silver 3 Bottle Crystal Tantalus, "Betjemann" circa 1860
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English oak and silver 3 bottle crystal tantalus made by the Premier Name in Fine Makers
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique English Four Bottle Tantalus, circa 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English tantalus/decanter four bottle set with stand, circa 1890. Silver plate over
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Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

Georgian Style Sheffield SP Tantalus Decanter Set
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
with globe stoppers placed in a Sheffield silver plate carrying frame with elegantly fashioned top
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Coromandel Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
with a pair of silver plated dishes, the original cribbage board, and playing cards. It can be opened
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Glass

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Silverplate - Mounted Two Bottle Wood Tantalus
Located in New York, NY
Silverplate-mounted, two bottle, wood Tantalus, England, ca. 1930's-1940's. Locking mechanism in
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Vintage 1930s British Edwardian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Golden Oak Crystal Games Box Tantalus
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Golden Oak and Cut Crystal Games Box Tantalus with Fitted
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Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sheffield Plate

Mappin Webb Tantalus w/ Three Decanters
By Mappin Webb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome set of English crystal decanters displayed in oak tantalus with a sliding tray to release
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Other Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

American Brilliant Period Cut Glass Tantalus
Located in New Orleans, LA
Three American Brilliant Period cut glass decanters are cleverly “locked” within this silver plate
Category

Early 20th Century American Other Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Inlaid Flame Mahogany Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus
Located in London, GB
decoration, stylish silver plated handles and a Bramah locking system. There are three cut crystal glass
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Glass

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

English Three-Bottle Decanter or Tantalus Drinks Set
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English three bottle Tantalus drinks or spirits set, of fine plate silver, fitted with
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Antique 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

Quality antique Edwardian mahogany tantalus
Located in Ipswich, GB
with silver plated mounts having three cut glass decanters with the original stoppers, crown
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Glass

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Antique English Sheffield Tantalus, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Finest cut crystal decanters.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Inlaid Walnut Three Cut Crystal Decanter Tantalus 19th Century
Located in London, GB
inlaid decoration and a stylish silver plated handle. There are three square shaped cut crystal decanters
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Glass

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

English Whiskey Tantalus, Mahogany, 3 Crystal Decanters
By George Betjeman Sons
Located in Hoogeveen, NL
silver plated parts, mahogany base with 3 heavy clear crystal decanters. This one is named after the
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Vintage 1960s English Edwardian Crystal Serveware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Rare Antique Tantalus - Greyhound / Dog Handle c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A rare late Victorian / Edwardian tantalus with a stunning cast silver plated handle in the form of
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Magnificent Miniature Stagecoach Tantalus by Betjemann s, London, c.1890
By Betjemanns Sons
Located in Bath, GB
are in silver plate, an attractive combination. Clearly this was an expensive piece in it's day and
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Antique 1890s European Late Victorian Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

19th Century English Victorian Oak Three Decanter Tantalus
Located in London, GB
silver plated mounts, circa 1880 in date. It was skillfully crafted in tiger oak with beautiful silver
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Tantalus Drinks Set with Three Decanters by Mappin Webb
By Mappin Webb
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large Tantalus drinks or spirits decanter set of plate silver from the Edwardian era, c
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique English Three Bottle Tantalus by John Bishop Chatterley, circa 1910
By John Bishop Chatterley
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome antique English three decanter Tantalus with silver plated frame and standing on four
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Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Betjemmans Sons Victorian Oak and Glass British Tantalus 1870
By Betjemanns Sons
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is an amazing Tantalus in perfect conditions, signed in both sides, made in London in the late
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Magnificent Large Antique English Tantalus by Deykin and Harrison, circa 1900
By Deykin Harrison
Located in Bath, GB
frame is made from silver plate with a fabulous handle to the top and highly decorative end panels. The
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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

19th Century English Coromandel Tantalus Smoker s Compendium by Mappin Webb
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Dublin, IE
pair of silver plated oval dishes, cribbage board with pegs and playing cards, fitted with a Brahma
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

19th Century English Victorian Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian oak cased three decanter tantalus with decorative silver plated
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Edwardian Oak Cased Three Bottle Tantalus
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian, oak cased, silver-plate-mounted, three bottle Tantalus, England, Ca. 1900. "Diamond" cut
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal

Antique English Cut Crystal Golden Oak Tantalus and Games Compendium, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English cut crystal golden oak Tantalus and games compendium with Sheffield silver-plated
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

English Drinks Tantalus and Games Compendium from the Edwardian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English drinks tantalus of silver-mounted patinated oak with three decanters and a games
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
silver plated mounts, circa 1870 in date. It was skillfully crafted in tiger oak with beautiful silver
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

Antique Betjemann’s Oak Three Cut Crystal Decanter Tantalus 19th Century
Located in London, GB
date. It was skillfully crafted in oak with a stylish silver plated handle with three cut crystal
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Late 19th Century Silverplate Crystal Tantalus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking silver plate footed tantalus with four crystal decanters.
Category

Antique 19th Century British Crystal Serveware

Antique Victorian Silver Plate Decanter Stand Liquor Caddy 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Superb late Victorian pierced silver-plated liquor caddy/tantalus with three cut crystal decanters
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

19th Century English Victorian Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian oak cased three decanter tantalus with decorative silver plated
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

English Victorian Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian oak cased three decanter tantalus with decorative silver plated
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Inlaid Flame Mahogany Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Early 20th Century
Located in London, GB
inlaid decoration, stylish silver plated handles and a Bramah locking system. There are three cut crystal
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Oak Three Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian oak cased three decanter tantalus with decorative silver plated
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plate Mounted Oak Games Box Tantalus Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique english sheffield silver-plate mounted golden oak games box tantalus, Circa 1880.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Games

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Three Bottle Tantalus Games Compendium 19th C
Located in London, GB
accented with silver plated handles and details . When you open the tantalus a sprung section pops out, it
Category

Antique 1880s Desk Sets

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Three Crystal Bottle Tantalus, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
liquor bottles with stoppers, 6 etched stemmed glasses, a silver plated tray and a fitted cribbage board
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique 3 Crystal Decanter Oak Tantalus Dry Bar Games Compendium 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian golden oak cased three decanter tantalus with decorative silver
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dry Bars

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

Antique Satin Wood and Silver-Plated Tantalus
Located in London, GB
Smart ,Victorian tantalus frame inlaid with satinwood veneers and mounted with silver-plated
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Tantalus Betjemann Sons 19th Century
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian silver plate mounted two bottle tantalus, the lock plate stamped by the
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Silver Plated Tantalus or Sherry Stand with Amber Glass Bottles
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated Sherry stand, or tantalus, was most likely produced by an English maker in the
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Bottles

Materials

Silver Plate

Mappin Webb Tantalus
By Mappin Webb
Located in Norwalk, CT
FIne Sheffield silver plate tantalus made circa 1910-1920 by the reknowned English silversmith
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Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Asprey s 1920 s Tantalus Cut Glass Decanter Set With Matching Silver Collars
By Charles George Asprey
Located in Reading, Berkshire
, Enclosed Within A Mahogany and Silver Plate Tantalus. Circa 1920's. Labelled Asprey's London on the side
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Plated and Oak Tantalus
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
with silver plated mounts on an oak platform. The cut crystal decanters are deeply faceted in a block
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Sheffield Silver and Crystal Three Bottle Tantalus Set
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in West Hartford, CT
A lovely silver and cut crystal Tantalus decanter set by Walker & Hall, Sheffield. Locking
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Oak and Silver Plate British Tantalus, circa 1905
Located in Aci Castello, IT
English Edwardian oak and silver plated, three bottles tantalus with functioning lock and key. The
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian English Silver Plated Three Bottle Tantalus, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An attractive Victorian English silver plated three bottle tantalus set, with unique locking
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Victorian English Silver Plated 3 Bottle Tantalus
By Walker Hall
Located in London, GB
An attractive Victorian English silver plated three bottle tantalus set by renowned silversmith
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Victorian Triple Decanter Oak Tantalus with Silver Plated Strapwork Ca. 1880s
Located in Peabody, MA
A Victorian triple decanter oak tantalus set, ca. 1880s. Silver plated strapwork with original key
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Oak Tantalus with Ornate Silver Plated Mounts Games Compendium Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
pierced and silver plated mounts, with three cut glass decanters and three sherry sized glasses. This
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

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Silver Plate Tantalus For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic silver plate tantalus available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every silver plate tantalus was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the silver plate tantalus you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A silver plate tantalus, designed in the Victorian, Art Deco or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Mappin Webb, Betjemanns Sons and Elkington Co. each produced at least one beautiful silver plate tantalus that is worth considering.

How Much is a Silver Plate Tantalus?

The average selling price for a silver plate tantalus at 1stDibs is $1,605, while they’re typically $539 on the low end and $55,000 for the highest priced.

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 Tantalus
  • 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 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 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 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 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.