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Silver Plated Plaster Shell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of French, circa 1930s silver painted plaster shell shaped sconces with interior lights. One
Category
Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Silver Plated Bronze Wall Sconces
Located in Rochester, NY
Early 20th century silver plated bronze wall sconces.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Metal, Silver Plate
Four Early 20th Century Silver Plated Baroque Style Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These "Old English" or William and Mary style sconces came from a turn of the century Tudor style
Category
Early 20th Century American Baroque Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Caldwell Wedgwood Jasperware and Silver Plated Bronze Sconces
By Wedgwood, Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of silver sconces by E.F. Caldwell. Wedgwood jasperware center plaques and silver plated
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Four E. F. Caldwell Silver Plated Bronze Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These twin arm neoclassical sconces feature Adam style decoration, including acanthus leaf, and urn
Category
Early 20th Century American Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Georgian Style Silver Plate Wall Sconces by Edward F. Caldwell
Co
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of turn of the century silver plate etched two-arm wall sconces with tassel bottom and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Georgian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Silver Plated Emil Stejnar Midcentury Flower Sconces, Rupert Nikoll, 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
, executed in the 1950s by Rupert Nikoll Austria. Rare silver-plated version. Decorative lights with white
Category
20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Georgian Style Silver Plated Bronze Wall Sconces by E. F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These handsome two light sconces in the Robert Adam style feature classical motifs including
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Set of 4 Silvered Shell Sconces. Sold per pair
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 large circa 1940s English silver plated bronze two-arm shell-shaped sconces. Sold per
Category
Vintage 1940s English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
Pair of 1920s Silver Two Light Sconces
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of silver two light sconces, circa 1920s.
Category
Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of Four Mirrored Back Silver Plated Two-Light Sconces by E. F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This set of four Caldwell sconces have cartouche shaped mirrored backs with wheel cut designs.
Category
Early 20th Century American Georgian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Victorian Silver Wall Sconces
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of English Victorian silver plated bronze wall sconces with glass shades.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces
Set of Four Silver Wall Sconces
Located in Kent, Dover
A set of four English silver plated brass, single arm wall sconces, formerly for gas, now
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Silver Wall Sconces, Mid-20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of French Art Deco silver wall sconces, mid-20th century.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Incredible Pair Polished Nickel Silver Caldwell Bow Top Neoclassical Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
An incredible pair of marked Caldwell sconces with embellished bow top and framed with filigree
Category
Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Nickel
Pair of Mid Century Silver Plated Cylindrical Salt Cellars by Tiffany
Co.
By Charles L. Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
, regardless of the style of interior. They are marked on the bottom "Tiffany New York" with silver plate marks
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Candle Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Spanish Silver Shield Triple Candelabra Sconces (3 pairs available)
Located in San Francisco, CA
Spain, circa 1900-1910, the silver plate over copper is a major highlight of these pieces; each patina
Category
Antique Early 1900s Spanish Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Vintage Decorative Silver And Opaline Glass Wall Sconces By Gec
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
interior with this pair of exquisite vintage wall sconces, crafted in England by The General Electric
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Silver Plate
Pair of Mid-20th Century French Crystal and Silvered Sconces from Maison Bagues
By Maison Baguès
Located in Dallas, TX
the elaborate sconces has two lights and features shaped crystal flowers and leaves with silver leaf
Category
Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Three E. F. Caldwell Mirror Back Neo-Classical Style Silvered Bronze Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This set of three Caldwell sconces feature classic Georgian motifs made popular by Robert Adam
Category
Early 20th Century American Adam Style Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Wonderful Pair Silvered Bronze Nickel Curved Glass E F Caldwell Sconces Fixtures
By J.E. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful pair of silvered bronze nickel antique plated curved glass
E.F. Caldwell wall sconce
Category
Vintage 1930s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Bat Wall Light Silver Plated Victorian Style very Decorative
Located in Paris, FR
Silverplate wall light in the shape of a bat with two supports for candles. The bat was a very popular animal during the late 19th century and really inspired all Art Nouveau designe...
Category
20th Century English Gothic Revival Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Silver Paul Ferrante Wall Sconces, Double Arm George II Style
By Paul Ferrante
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Paul Ferrante wall sconces. Silver plating with detailed relief backplates. Double S-curved
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American George II Wall Lights and S...
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of 3 Art Deco Style Silvered Bronze 2 Arm Wall Sconces, Electrified
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 3 Art Deco or Hollywood Regency style silvered bronze two arm wall sconces.
Beautiful
Category
20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate, Nickel
Pair of Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940's American etched mirror sconces.
Measurements:
Height: 14"
Width at widest
Category
Vintage 1940s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920s Large Caldwell Neoclassical Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell neoclassic style large sconces with cherubs and mermaids on design
Category
Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Modernist Wall Sconces Attributed to Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Toronto, ON
A simple pair of Brutalist Vintage silver plate metal two-light sconces with contrasting metal
Category
Vintage 1970s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Of Gold Wash Silver Plated Shell Form Wall Lights
Located in Essex, MA
Scallop shell back with two arms.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair of Two-Arm Sliver Plate Wall Scones
Located in Pomona, CA
Pair of custom-made solid iron, silver plate wall fixture. Wired for US.
Category
20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Iron
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by Hanots
By Verrerie des Hanots
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by the French artist " HANOTS " in clear and frosted molded
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces Signed by Degue
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
frames. Sconces have been re plated in nickel and re wired for U.S. standards. Each sconce accommodate
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
Pair of Large Mid-Century Modern Sconces, by Studio BBPR, for Artemide, 1960s
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Dallas, TX
lighted, and silver plated mounts.
Rewired: 2 lights each: up & down.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver
Rare Lilac Tinted Prismatic Acorn Holophane Glass Wall Sconces
By Holophane
Located in Nottingham, GB
stamped "HOLOPHANE" with silver plated finish.
Seen in the 1937 Holophane brochure the prismatic globes
Category
Vintage 1930s British Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Set of Six English Single Arm Sconces
Located in Kent, Dover
A set of six English silver plated single arm wall sconces, with tulip shaped glass storm shades.
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950s American etched mirror sconces with silver plated body.
Measurements
Category
Vintage 1940s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Cut Glass
Set of Six 19th Century French Single Arm Sconces
Located in Kent, Dover
A set of six unusual French silver plated bronze single arm wall sconces with a tulip shaped cut
Category
Antique 1850s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair Wall Lights Sconces, Kalmar Josef Frank, Brass Nickel Pleated Shades, 1950s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Stilnovo, J.T. Kalmar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
parts are nickel-plated or silver-plated and in original condition with patina and an aged hue. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Silver, Brass
Pair of circa 1920s Two-Arm Nautical Sconce
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1-4082 a pair of circa 1920s double arm silver plated patinated brass finish sconce.
Category
Vintage 1920s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Silvered Shell Wall Lights
Located in Vienna, AT
Solid silver plated brass clamshell sconces featuring a single bulb each. They have been newly
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Wall Sconces Signed by Degue
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
marked DEGUE mounted in a re-plated silvered bronze frames. Each sconce re-wired to U.S. standards with
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Fantastic Pair of French Silvered Shell Wall Lights
Located in Vienna, AT
Solid silver plated brass clamshell sconces featuring a single bulb each.
They have been newly
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair of circa 1900s Brass and Beveled Glass Electrified Coach Lights
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of solid brass coach lights or sconces converted from gas to electric. Original beveled glass
Category
Early 20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Silver Plate
Appliques Chauve-Souris by Garouste and Bonetti
By Elizabeth Garouste and Mattia Bonetti
Located in PARIS, FR
Silvered bronze, monogram “B.G”.
Category
1990s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Art Deco wall lights circa 1940
By Sabino Art Glass
Located in NANTES, FR
Pair of silver-plated bronze sconces, circa 1940.
Cascade model pressed molded glass tulips in the
Category
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Nickel Silver Vanity Mirror with Sconces Ruhlmanesque
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely octagonal nickel silver framed mirror with two sconce lights. The octagonal framed mirror
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Art Deco Sconces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant silver-plated sconces.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces
$5,500
Art Deco Bronze Sconces
By Paul Poiret
Located in Encino, CA
Very elegant silver-plated bronze sconces with three arms. Each arm hang crystal pearls. France
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
$14,000
Ruhlmann Set of Four Sconces 1925
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Encino, CA
Exceptional set of four silver-plated bronze sconces designed by Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann (1879-1933
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1930 Art Deco Sconces by J.CODURE Lyon
By J. Codure
Located in Encino, CA
Pair of Silver plated bronze sconces by J.CODURE, Lyon France
J.CODURE was a company in France
Category
Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Rare Pair of French Art Deco Sconces by Gagnon, 1922
By J. Codure
Located in Encino, CA
Pair of silver-plated bronze sconces by Gagnon.
Gagnon was a very popular company in France in
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair Silver plated Sconces
Located in Scarsdale, NY
Silver plated sconces. Wonderful tassle decoration. Beading around the edges. Silver plating is
Category
Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Early 20th Century Silver Plate Sconces, a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
A pair of silver plate sconces. Oval backplate with two arms and classic style. Brass with silver
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Pair of Early 20th Century Silver Plate Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Early 20th Century Silver Plate Sconces
To see similar items in our
Category
20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces
Pair of Art Deco Glass and Silver Plate Sconces, Circa 1930
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Pair Art Deco Glass and Silver Plate Sconces
Circa 1930, Chicago, Il.
Stamped "Van Esso" on the
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Sconces, circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
AIS2982.
A pair of shield backed double-light sconces in their original silver plate over brass
Category
Vintage 1920s Federal Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver
Pair of silver plated sconces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of silver plated English 2 arm sconces each imaginatively depicting a pair of angels, a flower
Category
Antique 19th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of silver plated sconces
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Federal style silverplarted sconces newly electrified
Category
Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
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Silver Plated Sconces For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of silver plated sconces is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique silver plated sconces was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and silver plate. Find 872 antique and vintage silver plated sconces at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 20 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Silver plated sconces have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Silver plated sconces are generally popular furniture pieces, but neoclassical, Art Deco and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Silver plated sconces have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Edward F. Caldwell
Co., Maison Baguès and J.T. Kalmar are consistently popular.
How Much are Silver Plated Sconces?
Prices for silver plated sconces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, silver plated sconces begin at $1 and can go as high as $329,962, while the average can fetch as much as $3,396.
Finding the Right Sconces-wall-lights for You
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
Questions About Silver Plated Sconces
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To 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.
- What is triple-plated silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Triple-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.
- What is Sheffield silver plate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sheffield 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.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique 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.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-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, 2022Antique 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, 2024The 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, 2022The 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.
- What was silver plate called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 ExpertNovember 20, 2024The 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, 2022To 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, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- Is silver plate worth any money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Silver 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 20, 2024What 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether 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, 2024How 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, 2022No, 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.
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