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Wonderful Elkington English Silver Plate Lion Epergne Etched Glass Centerpiece
By Elkington Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Elkington English silver plate lion epergne with 1 large center and 3 smaller side
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Elkington Silver Plate Centerpiece Epergne for Fruit and Flowers, 1925
By Elkington Co.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elkington silver plate centerpiece Epergne for fruit and flowers, 1925. This is for both flowers
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Early 20th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Centerpiece Display, Glass Dish Epergne Elkington
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful Eklkington silver plate centrepiece or epergne Comes on the five trays and features to
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Vintage 1980s Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Superb Antique English Sheffield Silver Plate 4-Tube Floral Epergne Centerpiece
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
A Superb Antique English Sheffield Silver Plate Four-Tube Floral Epergne Centerpiece. The tubes
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Sheffield Silver Plated Cut Crystal Epergne with Deer circa 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Sheffield silver plated cut crystal Epergne with deer, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Centrepiece Monumental Platter Dish Epergne 1930
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Absolutely mind blowing monumental Sheffield silver plate centerpiece Circa 1930 Can you imagine
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Vintage 1930s Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

English 19th Century Silver Plated and Cut-Glass Epergne
Located in New York, NY
English 19th century silver plated and cut-glass Epergne with code of arm "Crede Byron".
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal

19th Century English George III Silver-Plated over Copper and Cut-Glass Epergne
Located in Dallas, TX
silver plated, the centerpiece stands on four scrolled feet decorated with shell motifs over a round base
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Antique Late 19th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Fine Antique English Silver Plate Large Size 4-Tube Pierced Edge Floral Epergne
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
This gorgeous Antique English silver plated four-tube Floral Epergne (Centerpiece) is in pristine
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Centrepiece - Sheffield Epergne Cut Glass Stand Dish Bowl
Located in Potters Bar, GB
- Gorgeous Victorian style silver plate centrepiece - Hopefully photos do this amazing epergne - or
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Vintage 1980s Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Antique Georgian Style Alex Clark London Silver Plate Reticulated Epergne 19th C
By Alexander Clark Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Alexander Clark & Co. Welbeck epergne offers silver plate offers stand having central
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Sheffield Plate Cut Glass Epergne, English, circa 1890
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sheffield plate epergne, English, circa 1890.The rectangular stand on 4 foliage shell knuckle
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Antique 1890s English Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Old Sheffield-Plated Hand-Blown Green Fluted Glass Epergne
By G. E. Hawkins
Located in New York, NY
Silver plated, green fluted glass epergne, Birmingham, England, Ca. 1887, G.E. Hawkins - maker
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Antique 19th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Estate English Handmade Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Epergne Centrepiece
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate English handmade silver plate and cut crystal epergne centrepiece Measures: 12 1/4" high x
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Early 20th Century English Centerpieces

Vintage English Silver Plate Cut Glass Epergne Centrepiece Set 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful stunning and thoroughly extravagant Vintage silver plated centrepiece set in
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20th Century Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

English Georgian Design Cut Crystal and Sheffield Silver Epergne
Located in New Orleans, LA
English Georgian Design Cut crystal and sheffield silver Epergne.
Category

20th Century English Georgian Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Sheffield Plate

Rare Elkington Epergne Centerpiece
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Silver plated centerpiece with palm tree, tiger and elephant detail. Scene with tiger is very rare.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Sheffield Plate Epergne Centrepiece, English circa 1840
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Old Sheffield Epergne, English circa 1830.The square stand on 4 foliage knuckle supports, gadroon
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Antique 19th Century British Centerpieces

19th Century American Silvered Copper and Cut Glass Epergne with Four Bowls
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant antique silvered copper and cut glass epergne, circa 1880. The centerpiece has a large
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Antique Late 19th Century American Centerpieces

Materials

Copper, Silver Plate

Rare Antique Sterling Silver Flower Epergne or Centrepiece - 1910 Mappin Webb
By Mappin Webb
Located in London, London
, is in the naturalistic style, and is usually found only in silver plate. The epergne measures 11
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Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Mid-Century Reed Barton George III Style Silver and Cut-Glass Epergnes
By Reed Barton
Located in Dallas, TX
by Reed and Barton, circa 1960 and made of copper with silver-plate, the centerpiece stand on a
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Mid-20th Century American George III Centerpieces

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Silver Plate

Georgian Epergne Centerpiece Old Sheffield English, C.1820
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Old Sheffield epergne, English C.1820. The circular base stand on 4 foliage knuckle foliage
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Centerpieces

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Sheffield Silver Plate Centrepiece Glass Serpent Table Display Stand
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning Sheffield silver plate centre piece or epergne Great thing about this is there are two
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Vintage 1980s Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique 19th Century French Christofle Silver-Plate and Cut Crystal Centerpiece
Located in New Orleans, LA
Magnificent antique 19th century French Napoleon III silver-plate and cut crystal epergne
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Antique 19th Century French Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plate Ivy Motif Four-Tube Floral Epergne
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine and rare antique English silver plate ivy motif four-tube floral epergne. Please note unusual
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Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Napoleon III French Pink Opaline Glass and Metal Trumpet Epergne Vase
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. An elegant silver-plated
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate

19th Century French Louis XV Silver Plated Epergne Centerpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant and tall carved silver plated epergne was crafted in Paris, France, circa 1880. (An
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plate Epergne by Pedro Bignoli
By Pedro Bignoli
Located in Savannah, GA
Silver plate three-arm Epergne featuring three small handled baskets with a fruit and wreath motif
Category

20th Century Austrian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Epergne Vase by Daniel Arter, 19th C
By Daniel Arter
Located in London, GB
This is an attractive silver plated Victorian epergne by Daniel & Arter of Birmingham, England
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century English Silver Plated Epergne Centrepiece with Five Cut-Glass Bowls
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant five-bowl antique epergne was crafted in England, circa 1880. The silverplated
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Antique Late 19th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Epergne
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Sheffield Silver Plated Epergne Circa 1880s
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Antique 19th Century British Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

English Victorian Epergne by Mappin Webb, circa 1870
By Mappin Webb
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Silver plated Epergne in good original conditions and patina by Mappin & Webb.
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate

19th Century English George III Style Silver-Plated and Cut-Glass Epergne
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant silver-plated epergne was created in England, circa 1870. The ornamental centerpiece
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Antique Late 19th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-Century English Silvered over Copper and Cut Crystal Epergne
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant copper silver plated epergne was created in England, circa 1960. The antique
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Mid-20th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Large Sheffield Centerpiece/ Epergne With Cut Crystal Bowls
Located in New York, NY
Impressive, beautiful,footed Sheffield silver-plated epergne with cut crystal bowls, England, Ca
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Antique 19th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Reed Bartron (166 Silverplate, Hollowware) Epergne with Glass Liners
By Reed Barton
Located in Birmingham, AL
A Stunning Vintage : Reed and Barton handcrafted silver plated "Epergne" Candelabra Centerpiece
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Versatile Silver Plated Trumpet Epergne
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a large, elegant and versatile silver plated trumpet shaped epergne. It features a central
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Elkington Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Epergne
By Elkington Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
English Victorian epergne by the renowned firm Elkington of Birmingham. The scrolling trifid base
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Silver Plate Center Epergne with Five Trumpets
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1890s silver plate five trumpet epergne found in England. The decorative silver plate footed
Category

Antique 1890s European Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century British Art Nouveau Old Sheffield Plated Silver Epergne
By Sheffield
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a late 19th century, British, circa 1895, Old Sheffield plated silver epergne
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Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plate Cut Glass Epergne Candelabra Centrepiece 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a elegant English William IV Old Sheffield silver plate on copper with cut glass
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Antique 1830s English William IV Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Sheffield Plate

English Georgian Style 20th Century Silver Plate Five-Tier Cake Epergne, Pair
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Georgian style (20th century) silver plate five-tier cake epergne with a ring top.  
Category

20th Century British Georgian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Finely Cast Centrepiece / Epergne with Glass Inserts
Located in Manhasset, NY
A silver plated finely cast centrepiece epergne with glass inserts. Of recent manufacture. Sure to
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Vintage 1980s Belle Époque Centerpieces

Old English Sheffield Silver Plate Cut Crystal Geo. Style Epergne and Plateau
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Extraordinary Old English silver plate and hand cut crystal four-branch Epergne Centerpiece with
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Mid-20th Century English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Regency Silver Cut Crystal Epergne or Centerpiece
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This superior quality English Regency epergne or centerpiece is finely detailed and features
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Sheffield Plate

English Sheffield Gilt Plated William IV Style Cut Glass Epergne or Centerpiece
By Sheffield
Located in Atlanta, GA
English, 20th century. A good quality William IV style epergne produced in Sheffield silver plate
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20th Century English William IV Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

English Georgian Sheffield Silver and Cut Glass Epergne Centerpiece
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large English Georgian period Sheffield silver on copper epergne centerpiece with a large
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Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare Equestrian Elkington Epergne Centerpiece
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Beautiful silver plated centerpiece with detailed horse and jockey.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Meridan Britannia Silverplated Epergne or Centerpiece
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Beautiful set featuring a stylistic floral and foliate design. The sides rest on hooks and detach from the centerpiece and each one features an etched cut crystal tulip in the middle.
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Large Elkington Epergne Centerpiece With Camel, Palm Tree and Glass Bowl
By Elkington Co.
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece and Matching Cut Crystal Dish With Camel and Palm Tree
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Epergne Signed C.A.R. for Caroline Amalie Rosen Copenhagen, c. 1910
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
- Friederksberg, 1910-1935. Nickel silver stamped plate with exceptional handblown detachable opaque glass vase
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Edwardian Silver Plate Flower Vase Epergne Centerpiece with Five Tulip Vases
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elegant early 20th Century Edwardian silver plate epernge featuring five removable tulip vases with
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Early 20th Century Vases

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Epergne Sterling Vase Candelabra 5 Candle Holder by MAPPIN and WEBB
Located in Chula Vista, CA
An antique Victorian silver plated Art Nouveau flower vase epergne center-piece, Candelabra in
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Vintage 1940s English Art Nouveau Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver Plate

Pair of Anglo-Indian Figural Palm Tree Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming pair of Anglo-Indian silver plate on bronze epergnes mounted as table lamps depicting an
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Mid-20th Century Indian British Colonial Table Lamps

English Silver Plated Epergne
Located in Middleburg, VA
Heavy high quality English Silver Plated three Trumpet Epergne . Both small side vases are
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Antique 19th Century British Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Monumental Silver Plate Epergne Candelabra Centerpiece with Hanging Baskets
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an exceptional work of English 19th century silver plate. A Bacchanalian Dionysian motif
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Antique 1860s English Rococo Revival Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Late 19th Century Amethyst Glass and Silver Plate Epergne by Mappin Webb
By Mappin Webb
Located in Toronto, ONTARIO
a raised, silver plate holder of grapes, vines and leaves. Stylized implement hooks formed of "vines
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Antique Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

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Silver Plated Epergne For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal silver plated epergne for your home. A silver plated epergne — often made from metal, silver and silver plate — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a silver plated epergne — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A silver plated epergne, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made silver plated epergne over the years, but those crafted by Elkington Co., Mappin Webb and Sheffield are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Silver Plated Epergne?

Prices for a silver plated epergne start at $75 and top out at $188,500 with the average selling for $2,738.

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 Plated Epergne
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Silver epergne is a type of table centerpiece that is usually made of silver. An epergne generally has a large central "bowl" or basket that sits on a three to five-foot stand. Shop a range of silver epergnes 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
    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.