Is argent silver real silver?

Yes, argent silver is real silver. Also called argentium silver, it is an alloy that consists of 93.5% to 96% silver, depending on the manufacturer's formula. Instead of being mixed entirely with copper, the pure silver in argentium silver is usually combined with a blend of copper and germanium, giving the metal improved heat and stain resistance. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.

Is antique silver real silver?

Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.

Is Poole Silver real silver?

Yes, Poole Silver is real silver. However, the American silversmith didn't produce all of its pieces out of solid silver. Poole developed an electro-plating technique that allowed a thin, durable layer of silver to be applied over sturdy base metals. On 1stDibs, find a range of Poole Silver Co. silver wares.

Is Thai silver sterling silver?

Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.

Is Godinger silver real silver?

Yes, Godinger silver is real silver. The American luxury brand produces tableware, decorative objects and giftware out of silver plate. As a result, their silver items have a base metal to which a layer of genuine silver is applied. They are not usually solid silver. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Godinger silver wares.

Is silver cutlery real silver?

It depends on the make and model whether or not silver cutlery contains real silver. Some flatware contains a percentage of sterling silver, however, not all silvertone flatware contains silver. Shop a wide collection of flatware, including silver, on 1stDIbs.

Is Leonard silver real silver?

Yes, Leonard silver is real silver. However, the Leonard Silver Company electroplated most of its pieces, crafting them from base metal and finishing them with a thin layer of genuine silver. During the 1970s, Towle purchased Leonard Silver and continued to produce silver-plate serving trays and other silver-plated tableware under the brand name through the late 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of silver wares.

Is Sheffield silver real silver?

Yes, Sheffield silver is part real silver, part copper. Sheffield manufactured what is known as a Sheffield plate, which is a “double sandwich” form of plating—it has a sheet of silver on each side of a piece of copper. Shop a selection of Sheffield pieces on 1stDibs.

How can you tell silver from silver plating?

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.

Is Barbour silver real silver?

Yes, Barbour silver is generally real silver. However, not all pieces produced by the brand are solid silver. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the American silversmith produced both solid sterling silver and silverplate tableware, flatware and decorative objects. Silverplate items consist primarily of base metal and have just a thin layer of genuine silver applied as a finish. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barbour silver wares.

What is the difference between silver and antique silver?

The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.

Is Taxco silver real silver?

Yes, Taxco silver is real silver. Pieces bearing the Taxco mark come from silversmith workshops located in Taxco, Mexico. The region has been known as a major center for silver production since the 1920s. Find a diverse assortment of Taxco silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Is Gorham silver real silver?

Yes, Gorham silver is real silver, however, the silver content changes depending on the item. Some Gorham items are sterling silver, which isn’t pure silver, but a mix of mostly silver and a small amount of another alloy, likely copper. Some other Gorham items are silver-plated. Shop a collection of Gorham silver jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is Russian silver real silver?

Yes, Russian silver is real silver, but it gets a little confusing because they do not have the same sterling silver standards that Europe, Australia, Canada, the United States and other countries associated with the British Commonwealth have. Russian silver is roughly 94.79% pure silver and the rest is copper or other alloys. The British Commonwealth silver standard uses 92.5% pure silver and the rest is copper or other alloys. Shop a collection of authentic Russian silver from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Is electroplated silver real silver?

Yes, electroplated silver is real silver. However, it is not solid silver. Electroplating is the process of coating a base metal with a thin layer of precious metal. In the case of electroplated silver, sterling or pure silver may be used as the precious metal. Due to the manufacturing process, an electroplated piece will consist primarily of another type of metal, such as nickel. Shop a large selection of silver wares on 1stDibs.

Is Wallace silver real silver?

Yes, some Wallace silver is real silver. In 1875, Wallace introduced its line of sterling silver flatware, which was 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy metals. The silversmith is perhaps best known for its ornate sterling patterns from the 1930s and ’40s. Among these were Wallace Rose Point, Sir Christopher, Stradivari, Grand Baroque and Romance of the Sea. It's important to note that silverware produced by Wallace prior to 1875 usually isn't real silver. Before the release of the Wallace sterling range, the company primarily manufactured pieces made with German silver, a copper-nickel alloy that contains no real silver. Shop a selection of Wallace silver wares on 1stDibs.

Are sterling-silver spoons solid silver?

A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Is F.B. Rogers silver real silver?

Yes, F.B. Rogers silver is real silver. However, most pieces produced by the American silversmith are not solid silver. The company is best known for manufacturing silverplate, which sees a thin layer of genuine silver applied to objects made of base metals. Find antique F.B. Rogers Silver Company furniture and decor for sale on 1stDibs.

How do I tell if a teapot is silver or silver plated?

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.

How can you tell if a silver plate is real silver?

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.

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Imperial Chrysanthemum Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 416 Pc Chest

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

house their silver. The contents were lovingly polished by their faithful butler, James Clark

Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Imperial Chrysanthemum Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 416 Pc Chest

$78,120 / set

Eoff&Shepard for Ball, Black Coin Silver Pitcher from 1850s with Natural Motifs

By Ball, Black Company, Eoff Shepard

Located in New York, NY

Eoff & Shepard for Ball, Black & Co, coin silver pitcher, made between 1852 and 1861, beautifully

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Eoff&Shepard for Ball, Black Coin Silver Pitcher from 1850s with Natural Motifs

$2,450

Taylor Company Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver bowl; an addition to our Chinese/Asian

Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver

Taylor Company Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl

$1,963

Silver Pekka Piekäinen Sugar shovel 2 pieces

Located in Orimattila, FI

Silver Pekka Piekäinen Sugar shovel 2 pieces One is 830 Silver and the other is 925 Silver. Nice

Category

1990s Finnish Modernist Coffee and Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Silver Pekka Piekäinen Sugar shovel 2 pieces

$744 / set

Pair of French Silver Plate Champagne Ice Buckets Barware

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

An antique pair of ice colers in silver plated brass with handles from the early 20th Century. This

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Pair of French Silver Plate Champagne Ice Buckets Barware

$650 / set

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Cocktail or Pickle Fork Condiment Spoon

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This sterling silver fork and knife set were made by the renowned Georg Jensen of Denmark in his

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Cocktail or Pickle Fork Condiment Spoon

$899 / set

Set of 12 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons

Located in Orimattila, FI

Set of 12 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons Set of 12 Russian Enamel Spoons

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Dinnerware and Flatware Sets

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Set of 12 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons

$1,537 / set

Early 1800s Austrian Empire Centerpiece solid 13 loth / 813 Silver / 1kg 40gr

Located in SE

Antique Empire styled Austrian Centerpiece in solid 813 grade Silver made in the former Austrian

Category

Antique Early 1800s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Centerpieces and Tazzas

Materials

Silver

Early 1800s Austrian Empire Centerpiece solid 13 loth / 813 Silver / 1kg 40gr

$5,000

Set of 6 Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons

Located in Orimattila, FI

Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons

Category

Mid-20th Century Russian Modernist Dinnerware and Flatware Sets

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Set of 6 Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons

$961 / set

A Historic Commemorative Coin of the Holy Rebbe Yeshaya Steiner of Kerestir

Located in New York, NY

, 2024 2 oz. pure silver Limited edition of 700 pieces. This commemorative coin marks only the third

Category

2010s New Zealand Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Historic Commemorative Coin of the Holy Rebbe Yeshaya Steiner of Kerestir

$4,500

A Historic Commemorative Coin of the Holy Rebbe Yeshaya Steiner of Kerestir

Located in New York, NY

, 2024 2 oz. pure silver Limited edition of 700 pieces. This commemorative coin marks only the third

Category

2010s New Zealand Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Historic Commemorative Coin of the Holy Rebbe Yeshaya Steiner of Kerestir

$4,600

Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

silver-plated mounts. The organic design showcases floral and raspberry motifs, characteristic of the

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif

$1,065

20th Century Italian Art Nouveau - Liberty replica Sterling Silver - Cruet Set

Located in VALENZA, IT

silver made in Milan. Italy, late 20th century. The whole set was made by hand, modeling the small trays

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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Art Nouveau - Liberty replica Sterling Silver - Cruet Set

$5,405 / set

Gruhier - Original French Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tureen

Located in Wilmington, DE

Silver Art Deco Tureen by Internationally Known French Silversmith "J. Gruhier" Sophisticated Luxury at a

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gruhier - Original French Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tureen

$20,277 / set

Antique Dutch Silver bracket by Gelderen, Pieter van Ameide, Schoonhoven, 1839

Located in Delft, NL

An antique Dutch Silver bracket by Gelderen, Pieter van Ameide, Schoonhoven, 1839 The bracket

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Dutch Silver bracket by Gelderen, Pieter van Ameide, Schoonhoven, 1839

$954

Antique 20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver Leather Bombard Jug c.1906

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century Edwardian solid silver and leather 'bombard' jug, crafted from wet

Category

20th Century British Other Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique 20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver Leather Bombard Jug c.1906

$1,095

Martele by Gorham Sterling Silver Set of 12 Soup Bowls with Daisy Motif #4660

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

Martele by Gorham Superb exceedingly rare set of 12 Martele’ by Gorham .9584 sterling silver

Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Martele by Gorham Sterling Silver Set of 12 Soup Bowls with Daisy Motif #4660

$63,831 / set

Stylish Mid-Century Sterling Silver Set of 8 Wine Goblets, Graham Watling, 1974

Located in London, London

This very stylish set of 8 sterling silver wine goblets were hallmarked in London in 1974 by Graham

Category

Vintage 1970s English Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stylish Mid-Century Sterling Silver Set of 8 Wine Goblets, Graham Watling, 1974

$11,679

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twenty-Four Persons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver comprehensive Albert

Category

Antique 1850s British Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twenty-Four Persons

$34,382

Waldorf Astoria Hotel Silver Plated Beass Serving Tray

Located in New York, NY

1931 silver plated over brass Art Deco oval serving tray. We understand these were re-silver plated

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Waldorf Astoria Hotel Silver Plated Beass Serving Tray

$350

Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons

Located in Orimattila, FI

Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons

Category

Mid-20th Century Russian Modernist Dinnerware and Flatware Sets

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons

$961 / set

Tapio Wirkkala Handmade Hammered Silver Boat Model TW 9, Kultakeskus 1959

By Kultakeskus Oy, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Helsinki, FI

awards in the Milan Triennials, his hand made silver objects were also remarkably futurisric and

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Handmade Hammered Silver Boat Model TW 9, Kultakeskus 1959

$24,024

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Page 142 of the book Art

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

$16,000 / set

Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and red glass Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums. We have specialized in

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Metal

Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

$10,600

Antique 20thC Burmese Pierced Solid Silver "Pyusawhti" Folk Tale Bowl c.1918

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th century Burmese (Myanmar) solid silver bowl of circular form, finely chased and

Category

20th Century Burmese Other Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver

Antique 20thC Burmese Pierced Solid Silver "Pyusawhti" Folk Tale Bowl c.1918

$7,985

19th Century Silver Plated Basket with Eagle Handles

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This 19th-century silver-plated panetière (bread basket) showcases an exquisite design that

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Silver Plated Basket with Eagle Handles

$670

Russian Silver Pavel Ovchinnikov Ivan Khlednikov Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Casket

By Ivan Khlebnikov, Pavel Ovchinnikov

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Cloisonné enamel casket box made from solid silver with gold gilding by the highly coveted Pavel Ovchinnikov

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Russian Silver Pavel Ovchinnikov Ivan Khlednikov Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Casket

$27,561

Pair of Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in Kings Pattern by IFS Ltd

Located in valatie, NY

IFS Ltd, Israel Freeman & Sons, Pair of Heavy Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in the Kings

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Mid-20th Century English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in Kings Pattern by IFS Ltd

$175

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Page 138 = of the book Art

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

$8,000 / set

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF G: The so

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

$6,000 / set

Set of Twelve 20th Century Solid Silver Shell Shape Place Holder

By Roberto Malagola

Located in VALENZA, IT

Elegant set consisting of 2 boxes containing 12 shell-shaped placeholders in solid 800 silver. The

Category

1990s Italian Baroque Tableware

Materials

Silver

Set of Twelve 20th Century Solid Silver Shell Shape Place Holder

$2,522

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Cocktail or Pickle Fork Condiment Spoon

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This sterling silver fork and knife set were made by the renowned Georg Jensen of Denmark in his

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Cocktail or Pickle Fork Condiment Spoon

$899 / set

Tapio Wirkkala Copper and Silver Coffee Set

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Toronto, Ontario

copper serving tray. Lined in silver, these sets were produced in very limited numbers . Hand made to

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

Tapio Wirkkala Copper and Silver Coffee Set

$4,500 / set

Roussel - 22 Sterling Silver 19th Century Louis XVI Flatware Serving Pieces

By Claude Doutre Roussel

Located in Wilmington, DE

Direct from Paris, a stunning set of 22 sterling silver, 19th century, Louis XVI, flatware serving

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Roussel - 22 Sterling Silver 19th Century Louis XVI Flatware Serving Pieces

$6,103

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and Crystal with enamel Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF G

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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau

$24,000 / set

Antique 20th Century Burmese Repoussé Solid Silver "Jataka Tales" Bowl c.1900

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century exceptional Burmese (Myanmar) solid silver thabeik bowl, repoussé

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20th Century Burmese Other Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver

Antique 20th Century Burmese Repoussé Solid Silver "Jataka Tales" Bowl c.1900

$3,438

Antique Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tray George III 1780s

Located in London, GB

This is a superb antique English Old Sheffield Silver Plate tray Circa 1780 in date. This

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Antique 1780s George III Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tray George III 1780s

$1,068

Silver Soldered Footed Bowl with Top from the Hotel Adolphus Dallas Texas

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A footed silver plated silver soldered bowl with a removable top. This piece is from the popular

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20th Century American American Classical Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Silver

Silver Soldered Footed Bowl with Top from the Hotel Adolphus Dallas Texas

$187 Sale Price

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890

By Rudolf Linke

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal jug. The

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Antique 1890s Austrian Renaissance Serving Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890

$9,639

Sterling Silver Scissors to Cut the Stems of the Bunches of Grapes, USA, 1900

Located in Milan, IT

Vintage Sterling Silver Grape Shears/Scissors by Watson of Attleboro, MA. They were manufacturers

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Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Scissors to Cut the Stems of the Bunches of Grapes, USA, 1900

$420

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890

By Rudolf Linke

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal ewer. The

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Antique 1890s Austrian Other Crystal Serveware

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890

$12,395

Antique 20thC Burmese Solid Silver "Mahajanaka Jataka" Bowl, Rangoon c.1928

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th Century exceptional Burmese (Myanmar) large solid silver thabeik bowl, repoussé

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20th Century Burmese Other Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver

Antique 20thC Burmese Solid Silver "Mahajanaka Jataka" Bowl, Rangoon c.1928

$19,010

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plated 18th Century

Located in London, GB

trying to repair the handle of a customer's decorative knife, he heated it too much and the silver

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Antique 1780s English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plated 18th Century

$337

Pair of Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Garland Styled Gallery Sides

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of silver plated bottle coasters were made by Alpha Plate of Sheffield England in

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Garland Styled Gallery Sides

$450 / set

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Dish by Rudolf Linke c.1890

By Rudolf Linke

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal dish

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Other Crystal Serveware

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel Rock Crystal Dish by Rudolf Linke c.1890

$14,462

One-Off Winsor Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box

By Windsor Newton

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist box Please note the

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20th Century English Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

One-Off Winsor Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box

$62,013

Set of Art Deco Silver-plated Flatware mode MIRA By LUC LANEL for CHRISTOFLE

By Christofle, Georg Jensen

Located in Roma, IT

material with which they were made: Silver-Plated Metal indicated by the brand depicting the knight from

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Set of Art Deco Silver-plated Flatware mode MIRA By LUC LANEL for CHRISTOFLE

$1,321 / set

Antique George III Silver Plate Wine / Champagne Cooler Early 19th Century

Located in London, GB

in date. This highly versatile cooler features the "silver on copper" Sheffield England mark, with

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Antique 1810s English George III Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver

Antique George III Silver Plate Wine / Champagne Cooler Early 19th Century

$930

Christofle Silver Plated Antique Styled Knife Rests Set of Six

By Christofle

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This set of six silver plated knife rests were made by Christofle of France in approximately 1960

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal

Christofle Silver Plated Antique Styled Knife Rests Set of Six

$899 / set

Antique Regency Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn Samovar 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a wonderful antique Regency Old Sheffield silver plated tea urn, Circa 1820 in date

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Antique 1820s Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique Regency Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn Samovar 19th Century

$2,136

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver on Copper Basket, 18th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous antique Neo-classical George III Old Sheffield plate silver on copper bread

Category

Antique 1780s English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver on Copper Basket, 18th Century

$585

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin Heath and Mappin Webb

By Mappin Webb

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of antique silver plated heated servers were made by the English firms of Mappin & Webb

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin Heath and Mappin Webb

$995 / set

19th Century Dutch Silver Fish Server with Agate by Schouten, Amsterdam , 1865

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Dutch Silver Fish Server with Agate by Schouten, Amsterdam , 1865 A silver fish

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Serving Pieces

Materials

Agate, Silver

19th Century Dutch Silver Fish Server with Agate by Schouten, Amsterdam , 1865

$1,531

20th Century Italian Sterlig Silver Tea-Coffee Set in Art Deco Style

By Arval Argenti Valenza

Located in VALENZA, IT

Art Deco style sterling silver tea and coffee service. The body shape is square and completely

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Sterlig Silver Tea-Coffee Set in Art Deco Style

$8,976

Antique Sterling Silver Gold Detailing White Guilloché Enamel Buckle

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An elegant antique sterling silver buckle exquisitely decorated with white guilloché enamel and

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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Sterling Silver Gold Detailing White Guilloché Enamel Buckle

$1,051

Set of 24 Thai or Tibetan Silver Plated Dancer Place Card or Menu Holders

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This set of twenty four silver plated place card or menu holders are unsigned, but presumed to have

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Tibetan Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal

Set of 24 Thai or Tibetan Silver Plated Dancer Place Card or Menu Holders

$1,499 / set

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and Red Crystal, Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and red glass Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps B. (Britannia

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and Red Crystal, Art Nouveau

$120,000 / set

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