What is mammoth ivory?

Mammoth ivory is ivory that comes from the tusks of any species of mammoth, which is part of the extinct Mammuthus group. Most people are familiar with the woolly mammoths which went extinct 4000 years ago. On 1stDibs, find mammoth ivory from top sellers around the world.

What is carved ivory for?

Carved ivory is typically for creating art, decorative objects and furniture. Ivory is a hard material sourced from the teeth and tusks of certain animals. Most carved ivory comes from elephants. Shop as selection of carved ivory furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What is African ivory?

African ivory is a hard, white substance derived from the tusks and teeth of elephants, hippopotami, walruses, warthogs, sperm whales, and narwhals, as well as now-extinct mammoths and mastodons. For millennia, ivory has been a status symbol — it is a rare and alluring material, a luxury product that is derived from elephants, a highly respected animal in Africa and elsewhere.

Ivory is so precious because of its cultural value as a status symbol. A single pound of ivory can sell for $1,500 and elephant tusks can weigh around 250 pounds.

What is an ivory miniature?

An ivory miniature is a tiny portrait painted on a backing of ivory. Miniatures first started appearing in the 16th century, and carrying one is today's equivalent of keeping a loved one’s photo in your wallet. You can find a collection of vintage ivory miniatures on 1stDibs.

Are mammoth teeth ivory?

Yes, mammoth tusks are ivory. Other animals that feature ivory teeth and tusks include elephants, walruses, hippopotamuses and killer whales. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of ivory jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers.

How can I tell how old ivory is?

You can often tell the age of an ivory piece by its color. Since ivory is a natural material, it acquires a patina over time. An ivory patina is usually dull yellow or brown — beware of a bright yellow patina, as this could indicate artificial aging. If your ivory piece doesn’t have a maker’s mark or date on it, take it to an expert to identify the exact era it came from. Shop a collection of vintage ivory art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is mammoth ivory valuable?

Yes, mammoth ivory is extremely valuable due to the fact that mammoths have been extinct for over 1000 years. Ivory was used for many large works of art, religious objects and decorative boxes. Shop a selection of vintage ivory items on 1stDibs.

Is a boar tusk ivory?

Whether or not a boar tusk is ivory depends on the species. The babirusa hogs from Indonesia are one species that has ivory tusks. Shop a collection of ivory decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How much is mammoth ivory worth?

Mammoth ivory is worth between $50 and $150 per pound. However, because mammoths lived about 4,000 years ago, their ivory is not necessarily easy to find and sell.

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.

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 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 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 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.

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 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.

Silver With Ivory

Georg Jensen Silver 1919

Ivory Handle Sterling

Category

Antique 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ivory handled cane with coat of arms

$1,495

19th Century English Sliver-Plated Samovar with Greek Key Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

A neoclassical silver-plated samovar with chased decoration, ivory detail on spout and the body

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century English Sliver-Plated Samovar with Greek Key Design

$1,250

Gorgeous Ivory Colored Mother-of-Pearl Box with Silvered Pull

Located in New York, NY

This elegant, fully covered with ivory colored Mother-of-Pearl lidded box features a rectangular

Category

20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Gorgeous Ivory Colored Mother-of-Pearl Box with Silvered Pull

$645

Early 1920 s Centrepiece by Jean Puiforcat

By Jean Puiforcat

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An early 1920's decorative centrepiece by Jean Piuforcat. Marble bowl with two solid silver

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Centerpieces

Materials

Marble, Silver

Early 1920 s Centrepiece by Jean Puiforcat

$6,100

Palest Champagne and Ivory Woven Paisley Shawl with Silver Fox Trim

Located in New Hope, PA

and ivory wool. There is a small center of ivory. The shawl is trimmed on all four sides with silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Shawls

Palest Champagne and Ivory Woven Paisley Shawl with Silver Fox Trim

$1,295

Carl Halier for Royal Copenhagen: Lidded stoneware jar.

Located in København, Copenhagen

glaze with silver lid with ivory knob, jam spoon by Evald Nielsen. 12.5 cm. high. Stamped. In perfect

Category

20th Century Danish Ceramics

Carl Halier for Royal Copenhagen: Lidded stoneware jar.

$1,500

Franco Lapini Elephant Head Wine Cooler, Italy, 1970

By Franco Lapini

Located in Munich, DE

striking contrasts to the silver with its ivory glow, never used plastic inlay inside. Either alone or

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wine Coolers

Materials

Brass

Franco Lapini Elephant Head Wine Cooler, Italy, 1970

$5,344

Pair of English Shagreen and Silver Jars

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of English Shagreen and silver dresser jars with ivory inlay.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Pair of English Shagreen and Silver Jars

$975

Pair of 1900 s German Sterling Silver Soldiers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1900's German Sterling Silver Soldiers with Ivory Faces and Semi-Precious Stones

Category

Early 20th Century German Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of 1900 s German Sterling Silver Soldiers

$6,900

Mint, Miniature Bowie Knife with Sterling Silver Sheath by Jim Whitehead

Located in Bozeman, MT

sterling silver fittings, Mammoth ivory handle with engraved silver, spacer, Engraved sterling silver

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Stainless Steel, Silver, Sterling Silver, Steel

Mint, Miniature Bowie Knife with Sterling Silver Sheath by Jim Whitehead

$3,500

Alaia Ivory Textured Metallic Knit Dress - 42

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Alaia knit dress is ivory with silver and black metallic detailing. It features a v-neck, a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Day Dresses

Alaia Ivory Textured Metallic Knit Dress - 42

$1,700

Large Modern Tabriz All-Over Designed Rug in Gray, Blue s and Ivory

By Keivan Woven Arts

Located in Atlanta, GA

Tabriz piece has a more modern feel with grays, silver, blue's and ivory that stand out behind a gray

Category

2010s Afghan Tabriz Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Modern Tabriz All-Over Designed Rug in Gray, Blue s and Ivory

$15,500

Pair of Solid Silver Elephant Models Figures German circa 1930 Large

Located in London, GB

A pair of magnificent model elephants in solid silver with faux ivory tusks. Each model is in a

Category

Early 20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Pair of Solid Silver Elephant Models Figures German circa 1930 Large

$21,934 / set

George III Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy

Located in Dallas, TX

a tea caddy with block front made of tortoise shell with silver trim, ivory feet and knobs

Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver, Foil

George III Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy

$3,950

An Art Deco Gentleman s Alligator Traveling Vanity Case

By Flandin

Located in Austin, TX

of original accessories - six glass containers with silver lids, three ivory and horsehair brushes

Category

Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Silver

An Art Deco Gentleman s Alligator Traveling Vanity Case

$5,500

MAX KUEHNE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Two-tier side table on casters in bleached mahogany with silver leaf tops, incised with ivory

Category

20th Century American End Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

MAX KUEHNE TABLE

$5,500

C. 1925 : Two Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Silver Bronze Lights "Appliques à deux bras de lumière"

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Paris, FR

Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann (1879 - 1933). Two "Appliques à deux bras de lumière" Circa 1925. Silver

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Candle Holders

C. 1925 : Two Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann Silver Bronze Lights "Appliques à deux bras de lumière"

$41,569

Large Antique Oushak Rug in Yellow, Butter Warm Tones with a Geometric Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

consists of silver, wheat and soft ivory, with a blend of brown highlights. A stretched diamond-shaped

Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Antique Oushak Rug in Yellow, Butter Warm Tones with a Geometric Design

$29,500

King Edward VII Necessaire

Located in New Orleans, LA

well-traveled king. The collection of items includes a variety of glass containers with sterling silver

Category

English Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

King Edward VII Necessaire

$44,500

Art Nouveau Sterling Enamel "Albert Holbein" German Pendant/Necklace

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

. The pendant dates from about 1890-1900, done with sterling silver, Enamel, Ivory and a handmade scroll

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Sterling Enamel "Albert Holbein" German Pendant/Necklace

$2,800

19th century Anglo-Indian box

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century Anglo-Indian glove box inlaid with ivory and silver

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Objects

19th century Anglo-Indian box

$1,200

Pair Art Deco White Alabaster Wall Lights

Located in Troy, MI

This pair of Art Deco single light wall lamps have silver tone metal frames with ivory and gray

Category

Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Pair Art Deco White Alabaster Wall Lights

$2,395

Crested Silvergilt Louis Philippe Mirror

Located in Troy, MI

This 19th century Louis Philippe has a silver gilt and ivory finish with a beaded, scrolled bottom

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Crested Silvergilt Louis Philippe Mirror

$1,995

Must de Cartier Gold Vermeil Plaque Men s or Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

sterling silver . Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. Brown alligator strap with tang buckle. Pre

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Must de Cartier Gold Vermeil Plaque Men s or Ladies Watch

$1,550

Cartier Ladies Tank Americane 18k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Bracelet Ref. 2503

By Cartier

Located in Miami Beach, FL

: Swiss quartz Measurements: 19mm X 25mm (35mm with Case Lugs) Dial: Silver/Ivory with black Roman

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ladies Tank Americane 18k Yellow Gold Wrist Watch Bracelet Ref. 2503

$10,000

Nu Allonge

By Jacqueline Marval

Located in Los Angeles, CA

her paint the flower. It's framed in a fine, silvered wood frame with ivory leather fillet.

Category

1910s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Jacqueline Marval
Nu Allonge, 1912

Early 19th Century Monumental Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror

Located in London, by appointment only

jewelry and were often encased with gold, silver, ivory and tortoiseshell. The Empire circular convex

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Convex Mirrors

Materials

Ormolu

Early 19th Century Monumental Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror

$102,816

Orbis Round Mirror Silver with Ivory Antiqued Finish

By Alguacil Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, London

Delightful handcrafted silver mirror with an ivory antiqued finish around the edges. The hand

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Orbis Round Mirror Silver with Ivory Antiqued Finish

$460

19th/20th Century Ivory Handled Corkscrew with Sterling Siver Overlay

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

19th / 20th century corkscrew with cupids bow carved ivory handle with sterling silver overlay.

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

19th/20th Century Ivory Handled Corkscrew with Sterling Siver Overlay

$1,250

Very Fine Vintage Ivory Tablecloth Lace and Embroidered with 12 Napkins

Located in Houston, TX

Exceptional quality of ivory linen with embroidery work throughout No spot or stains and has been

Category

Mid-20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Linen

Very Fine Vintage Ivory Tablecloth Lace and Embroidered with 12 Napkins

$2,400

Kpm, Berlin, Royal Ivory Jug in Cream-Colored Porcelain with Gold Decoration

Located in København, Copenhagen

KPM, Berlin. Royal Ivory jug in cream-colored porcelain with gold decoration. 1920s. Measures

Category

Vintage 1920s German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Kpm, Berlin, Royal Ivory Jug in Cream-Colored Porcelain with Gold Decoration

$200

Modernist Speckled Green Marble Ice Bucket with Ivory Vein Detail, c. 1970s

Located in Saint Louis, MO

green marble with ivory veining. You won't have to fuss with loosening handles or screws. This marble

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Barware

Materials

Marble

Modernist Speckled Green Marble Ice Bucket with Ivory Vein Detail, c. 1970s

$980

Ceramic bowl, ivory colored with crackle glaze and masqueron application

Located in Hamburg, DE

Fine ceramic bowl with carquele glaze. The bowl has an application of a mascaron on each side. The bowl can be used in different ways, as a serving bowl, fruit bowl or as a jardiner....

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Louis XVI Serving Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic bowl, ivory colored with crackle glaze and masqueron application

$403

Pair of Silver Bonbon Dishes by Walker Hall

By Walker Hall

Located in Folkestone, GB

Good pair of rectangular silver Bonbon Dishes with ivory handles by Walker & Hall, Birmingham 1937

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver

Pair of Silver Bonbon Dishes by Walker Hall

$404

Chanel Ivory Silver Glitter Pumps with Front Camellia - 40

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Ivory & Silver Glitter Pumps with Front Camellia - 40. These shoes are in excellent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Heels

Chanel Ivory Silver Glitter Pumps with Front Camellia - 40

$700

Antique Hair Pins in Silver and Ivory, Mid-19th Century

Located in New York, NY

A group of three antique hairpins, crafted in silver and topped with ivory and silver filigree on

Category

Antique 1860s Vietnamese Qing Mounted Objects

Materials

Silver

Antique Hair Pins in Silver and Ivory, Mid-19th Century

$300

Superb Silver Mounted Ivory Boar Tusk Walking Cane Stick Silver Hallmark, 1904

Located in Dublin, Ireland

outstanding quality. The "Hammer" style grip is an actual silver mounted small wild boar ivory tusk above a

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Sterling Silver

Superb Silver Mounted Ivory Boar Tusk Walking Cane Stick Silver Hallmark, 1904

$694

Ivory Silk Zip-Front Kaftan with Sequins and Silver Beads, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

too? This one is heavily beaded and trimmed in clear and silver sequins so you can go from lounging at

Category

1960s Hong Kong Kaftans

Ivory Silk Zip-Front Kaftan with Sequins and Silver Beads, 1960s

$700

Still Life with Flowers

By Brenda Morrison

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

exemplifies the work of this well-listed artist. Framed in a period, silver-gilt swept frame with ivory

Category

1980s Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Brenda Morrison
Still Life with Flowers, 1982

$2,880

Orbis Round Mirror Bronze Tinted with Black Antiqued Finish dia. 40cm / 15.8"

By Alguacil Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, London

Delightful handcrafted silver mirror with an ivory antiqued finish around the edges. The hand

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Orbis Round Mirror Bronze Tinted with Black Antiqued Finish dia. 40cm / 15.8"

$548

1970s Oscar de la Renta metallic brocade gown with mink cuffs

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

chocolate brown with ivory & silver touches...The gown has an open off the shoulder neckline that has hidden

Category

1970s American Evening Dresses

1970s Oscar de la Renta metallic brocade gown with mink cuffs

$950

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

Located in Katonah, NY

shades include: faded orange, antique ivory, silver, platinum, with hints of seafoam green and lavender

Category

Vintage 1950s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Distressed Oushak Rug Runner

$1,190

Silver Ice Bucket by Maison Cardeilhac

By Maison Cardeilhac

Located in New York, NY

Ice Bucket Silver with ivory details. Stamped with French hallmark and touchmark for

Category

20th Century French Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Silver Ice Bucket by Maison Cardeilhac

Art Deco Coffee Pot by Cartier

Located in Bainbridge Island, WA

Art Deco Coffee Pot by Cartier Inc., in Sterling Silver with Ivory Handle and Finial. Stamp

Category

20th Century Serving Pieces

Art Deco Coffee Pot by Cartier

$1,850

Art Deco Silver, Ivory Ebony Coupe by La Gerbe D Or

By La Gerbe D or

Located in New York, NY

Circular silver coupe with carved ivory ring on ebony base. Hallmarks: 950 silver/ maker's

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Silver, Ivory Ebony Coupe by La Gerbe D Or

$4,000

Victorian Silver Wine Goblet with Bead Edges, London, Alfred Ivory, 1875

Located in London, GB

Victorian Silver Wine Goblet with Bead Edges, London, Alfred Ivory, 1875 This goblet weighs 7.4

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Wine Goblet with Bead Edges, London, Alfred Ivory, 1875

$1,028

Art Deco Set of 4 Clear Etched Glass Flacons with Ivory Tops by Jean Luce

By Jean Luce

Located in New York, NY

This dressing table set consists of three flacons and a pot, all with ivory tops. Glass stoppers

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass, Ivory

Art Deco Set of 4 Clear Etched Glass Flacons with Ivory Tops by Jean Luce

$5,000

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Casserole with Handle of Bone #55

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen Silver Casserole with Ivory Handle from 1920 #55. Has engravings under the bottom

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Casserole with Handle of Bone #55

$1,810

Pair of Ivory Cups with Painted Details

Located in Richmond, CA

A pair of very beautiful ivory cups with miniature painted details on black wood base.

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Tableware

Pair of Ivory Cups with Painted Details

$5,150

F. Hingelberg Sterling Silver Teapot No. 232 with Bone Handle

Located in Copenhagen, DK

F. Hingelberg Sterling Silver Teapot with Bone Handle and Matching Heating Stand. The Tea Pot

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

F. Hingelberg Sterling Silver Teapot No. 232 with Bone Handle

$12,791

Anglo-Indian Rosewood Tray with Ivory Inlay

Located in Richmond, CA

Solid rosewood tray with ivory inlay center foliate pattern and turned wood handles.

Category

20th Century Indian Serving Pieces

Materials

Rosewood

Anglo-Indian Rosewood Tray with Ivory Inlay

$650

Ivory Murano decanter with gold inclusions and swirled stopper

Located in Dallas, TX

Ivory Murano decanter with gold inclusions and swirled stopper

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Barware

Materials

Murano Glass

Ivory Murano decanter with gold inclusions and swirled stopper

$1,900

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Pitcher

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling Silver tea pitcher with ivory details on handle.

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Pitcher

$3,100

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling silver tea pot

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling silver tea pot with small ivory rings on handle and at top.

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling silver tea pot

$3,100

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling silver tea pot

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Hungarian Art Deco sterling silver tea pot with small ivory rings on handle and at top.

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hungarian Art Deco Sterling silver tea pot

$3,100

Regency Sheffield Tea Urn with Case

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A large and elegant Sheffield tea urn, silver over copper, with original English oak traveling case.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Copper

Regency Sheffield Tea Urn with Case

$3,600

Art Deco Coffee/Tea Set with Tray

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco coffee/tea set with tray. Silver plate with ivory detail.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Coffee/Tea Set with Tray

$2,100

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Silver With Ivory For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the silver with ivory you’re looking for. Each silver with ivory for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and bone. There are 44 variations of the antique or vintage silver with ivory you’re looking for, while we also have 10 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a silver with ivory — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A silver with ivory, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one silver with ivory that is appealing in its simplicity, but Bo Jia for Middle Kingdom, Alguacil Perkoff Ltd. and Eveli Sabatie produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Silver With Ivory?

Prices for a silver with ivory start at $20 and top out at $11,472 with the average selling for $1,495.

Questions About Silver With Ivory

What is mammoth ivory?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mammoth ivory is ivory that comes from the tusks of any species of mammoth, which is part of the extinct Mammuthus group. Most people are familiar with the woolly mammoths which went extinct 4000 years ago. On 1stDibs, find mammoth ivory from top sellers around the world.
What is carved ivory for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Carved ivory is typically for creating art, decorative objects and furniture. Ivory is a hard material sourced from the teeth and tusks of certain animals. Most carved ivory comes from elephants. Shop as selection of carved ivory furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What is African ivory?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
African ivory is a hard, white substance derived from the tusks and teeth of elephants, hippopotami, walruses, warthogs, sperm whales, and narwhals, as well as now-extinct mammoths and mastodons. For millennia, ivory has been a status symbol — it is a rare and alluring material, a luxury product that is derived from elephants, a highly respected animal in Africa and elsewhere.
What is ivory worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Ivory is so precious because of its cultural value as a status symbol. A single pound of ivory can sell for $1,500 and elephant tusks can weigh around 250 pounds.
What is an ivory miniature?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An ivory miniature is a tiny portrait painted on a backing of ivory. Miniatures first started appearing in the 16th century, and carrying one is today's equivalent of keeping a loved one’s photo in your wallet. You can find a collection of vintage ivory miniatures on 1stDibs.
Are mammoth teeth ivory?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, mammoth tusks are ivory. Other animals that feature ivory teeth and tusks include elephants, walruses, hippopotamuses and killer whales. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of ivory jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can I tell how old ivory is?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can often tell the age of an ivory piece by its color. Since ivory is a natural material, it acquires a patina over time. An ivory patina is usually dull yellow or brown — beware of a bright yellow patina, as this could indicate artificial aging. If your ivory piece doesn’t have a maker’s mark or date on it, take it to an expert to identify the exact era it came from. Shop a collection of vintage ivory art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Is mammoth ivory valuable?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, mammoth ivory is extremely valuable due to the fact that mammoths have been extinct for over 1000 years. Ivory was used for many large works of art, religious objects and decorative boxes. Shop a selection of vintage ivory items on 1stDibs.
Is a boar tusk ivory?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether or not a boar tusk is ivory depends on the species. The babirusa hogs from Indonesia are one species that has ivory tusks. Shop a collection of ivory decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How much is mammoth ivory worth?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Mammoth ivory is worth between $50 and $150 per pound. However, because mammoths lived about 4,000 years ago, their ivory is not necessarily easy to find and sell.
Is Wallace silver real silver?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
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.
Is electroplated silver real silver?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
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 Russian silver real silver?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 worlds top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Is Gorham silver real silver?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 Taxco silver real silver?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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.
What is the difference between silver and antique silver?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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 argent silver real silver?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.