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Enrique Ledesma Sterling Silver and Turquoise Mexican Modernist Cufflinks
By Enrique Ledesma
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Mexican Modernist cufflinks. By Enrique Ledesma. In sterling silver. In the shape
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Taxco Mexico Los Castillo Sterling Silver Floral Brooch Pin 595
By Los Castillo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Los Castillo Sterling silver floral design brooch pin #595. Marked on back in two places: LOS
Category

20th Century Mexican Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

SPRATLING Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bead Necklace
By Spratling
Located in Narberth, PA
William Spratling is often referred to the "Father of Contemporary Mexican Silver" which is a title
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Copper

Mexican Sterling Silver and Tigers Eye Jewelry Suite
Located in Norwalk, CT
This set includes a matching necklace, bracelet, and pair of earrings. The pieces are marked Mexico
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antonio Pineda Mexican Amethyst Three Stone Sterling Silver Ring
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Stunning sterling silver cocktail ring with three baguette-cut amethysts. Antonio Pineda (b. 1919
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Mexico Sterling Silver Onyx Hinged Bracelet #21170
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexico Sterling Silver Onyx Hinged Bracelet - This modern bracelet features an oval cabochon black
Category

20th Century Bangles

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Black Glass Dangle Earrings, 1960’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960’s Mexican sterling silver clip-on earrings featuring tear drop shaped drop dangles and black
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emilia Castillo Silver-Inlaid Elephant Salt Pepper Shakers
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sterling silver inlay tracing the spine, tail, and delicate detailing around the head. The soft matte
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Modern Porcelain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Handcrafted Mexican Sterling Silver Thimble from Taxco Iguala, Floral Scrollwork
Located in Milford, DE
sterling silver thimble from Taxco Iguala, Mexico. Made of solid 925 sterling, this artisan piece features
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Circle Link Bracelet Mexico Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautifully crafted sterling silver linked chain bracelet featuring a design of circles within a
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Enrique Lodesma Signed Mexican Sterling Silver Amethyst Gemstone Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican silver and amethyst brooch In sterling silver Of Mid-Century abstract design with
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Signed Hector Aguilar Mexican Mid-Century Sterling Silver Screwback Earrings
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of vintage signed Mexican silver earrings. By Hector Aguilar. In .940 sterling silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bernice Goodspeed Mexican Sterling Silver Inlaid Gemstone Duck Brooch Pin
By Bernice Goodspeed
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Hand wrought sterling silver duck brooch pendant with centrally set finely crushed, turquoise inlay
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexican Sterling Gazelle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Quality Mexican Sterling Gazelle Brooch from the 1940's. Unknown maker of high quality with Deco
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Enrique Ledesma Sterling Silver Tigers Eye Mexican Modernist Cufflinks
By Enrique Ledesma
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Darkened sterling silver and tiger's eye modernist cufflinks created by Enrique Ledesma of Taxco
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Sterling Silver

Enrique Ledesma Sterling Silver Tigers Eye Mexican Modernist Cufflinks
By Enrique Ledesma
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Darkened sterling silver and tiger's eye modernist cufflinks created by Enrique Ledesma of Taxco
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Sterling Silver

Signed Hector Aguilar Mexican Mid-Century Sterling Silver Fertility Bracelet
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Mexican silver bracelet. By Hector Aguilar. Known as the 'Fertility Bracelet'. In
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Six Sterling Silver and Amethyst Quartz Shot Glasses and Tray
Located in New York, NY
Set of six Mexican sterling silver and amethyst quartz shot glasses and tray.
Category

20th Century American Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Mexican Amethyst Bangle Bracelet, Sterling Silver
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning vintage Mexican sterling silver bangle bracelet will make a stunning addition to any
Category

Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Pair of Hector Aguilar Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Screwback Earrings
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed Mexican sterling silver earrings. Designed by Hector Aguilar for Talla Borda
Category

20th Century Mexican Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Brenda Schoenfeld Mexico Sterling Silver Ball Bracelet
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Brenda Schoenfeld Mexico Sterling Silver Ball Bracelet Brenda Schoenfeld was born
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver

Vintage Mexican Citlali Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modern Cuff Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver cuff bracelet. By Citlali. In sterling silver. In a cuff bracelet form with a wavy
Category

20th Century Mexican Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

William Spratling Mexican Modernist Sterling Silver Gemstone Conch" Brooch
By William Spratling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
green disc. Comprised of sterling silver and a smooth polished dark green gemstone (that we believe to
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Margot de Taxco Mexican Sterling Silver Astrological Taurus Pendant Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican Mid-Century astrological necklace. By Margot de Taxco. In sterling silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexico Sterling Silver Buckle Style Cuff Bracelet #21171
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexico Sterling Silver Buckle Style Cuff Bracelet - This vintage cuff bracelet features multiply
Category

20th Century Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Orange Glass Sterling Silver Pendant - Mexico - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist orange swirl glass and sterling silver unisex pendant - featuring a large polished bezel
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexico Sterling Silver Paper Clip Link Bracelet #21200
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexico Sterling Silver Paper Clip Link Bracelet - This modern link bracelet features a bold paper
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant Brooch Mexican Blood stone and Malachite
Located in Wallkill, NY
Vintage Sterling Silver Mexican Bird Pendant / Pin with Inlaid Lapis with mix gems of Bloodstone
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Malachite, Sterling Silver

Pair of Mexican Mid-Century William Spratling Sterling Silver Drop Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed Mexican silver earrings. In sterling silver. By William Spratling of Taxco
Category

20th Century Mexican Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Signed Hector Aguilar Mexican Sterling Silver Bicycle Chain Link Choker Necklace
By Hector Aguilar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Mid-Century Modern Mexican sterling silver necklace. By Hector Aguilar of Taxco
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antonio Pineda Mid-Century Mexican Sterling Silver and Obsidian Link Bracelet
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican silver bracelet. By Antonio Pineda of Taxco. In sterling silver. With an obsidian
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexico Sterling Silver Mosaic Inlay Trinket Box #22635
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexico Sterling Silver Turquoise Inlay Trinket Box - This vintage Mexico sterling silver trinket
Category

20th Century Contemporary Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

ALFREDO VILLASANA - Modernist Sterling Silver Brooch - Mexico - Circa 1950 s
Located in Chatham, CA
ALFREDO VILLASANA (Designer/Maker) - Modernist sterling silver brooch - hand made - sculptural
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gustavo Martinez Mexican Sterling Silver Hand Mirror with Gemstones
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Mexican sterling silver hand mirror. In sterling silver. By Gustavo Martinez (in
Category

20th Century Mexican Vanity Items

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

ALFREDO VILLASANA - Modernist Sterling Silver Earrings - Mexico - Circa 1950 s
Located in Chatham, CA
ALFREDO VILLASANA (Designer/Maker) - Modernist sterling silver earrings - hand made - sculptural
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Abalone Link Bracelet - Mexico - Circa 1950 s
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist sterling silver and abalone chain link bracelet - hand made - delicate details with inset
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Mexican Sterling Spoke Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Modernist Mexican Sterling Spoke Necklace from the 1960's. Textured striated sterling in
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Modernist More Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Signed Mexican Space Age Azurmalachite H. Arriaca Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Mexican Mid-Century cufflinks. By H. Arriaca. In sterling silver. With bezel set
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Emilia Castillo “Sol y Luna” Silver Porcelain Salt and Pepper Set
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
adorned with hand-applied sterling silver details, including starbursts, cosmic dots, and expressive
Category

1990s Mexican Modern Porcelain

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Los Castillo Sterling Silver Amethyst Mexican Modernist Necklace Earrings Set
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hammered sterling silver necklace and earrings set with tumbled amethyst created by Los Castillo of
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

MEXICO 1970 Taxco Modernist Bangle In .925 Sterling Silver With Carved Woods
By Taxco
Located in Miami, FL
warranty of the .925/.999 sterling silver and signed as follows, "MEXICO .925 TS-30" Collateral: This
Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Modernist Bangles

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Mexico Sterling Silver Floral Turquoise Pendant Necklace #22603
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexico Sterling Silver Floral Turquoise Necklace - This vintage Mexican sterling silver necklace
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1940 s William Spratling Mexican Sterling Silver Flexible Link Bracelet
By William Spratling
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Mexico. It is made out of sterling silver and carries full hallmarks and makers mark. The makers mark was
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Retro Mexican Sterling Shell Suite
Located in New York, NY
Retro Mexican Sterling silver shell suite with a pair of scatter brooches, earrings and ring
Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Retro Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Small Footed Mexican Sterling Silver Malachite Dresser or Table Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican sterling silver box. With a malachite cabochon to the lid surrounded by silver
Category

20th Century Mexican Modernist Boxes and Cases

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Vintage William Spratling Design Amethyst Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet Mexico
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage William Spratling Design Mexican Mid Century Modern Sterling Silver
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Mexican Sterling Spoke Modernist Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mexican Sterling Spoke Modernist Necklace from the 1950's. Sterling is ribbed on the beads and
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

1950s Mexican Sterling Silver Screw-Back Earrings with Blue Glass Cabochons
Located in Milford, DE
1950s Mexican Sterling Silver Screw-Back Earrings with Blue Glass Cabochons by Talleres de Los
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Emaus Cuernavaca Modernist Mexican Taxco Sterling Silver Wood Wall Plaque
By Emaus, Taxco
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand crafted Modernist sterling silver on mahogany wood wall plaque by Emaus Cuernavaca, circa 1960
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Decorative Art

Materials

Sterling Silver

Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Raspberry Rhodonite Textured Pendant
By Taxco
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Taxco Mexico sterling silver raspberry rhodonite textured pendant. Marked: TAXCO MEXICO 925, TO-04
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique William Spratling Mexican Gilt Sterling Silver Bow or Ribbon Brooch
By William Spratling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican vermeil figural brooch. By William Spratling. In gilt sterling silver. In the
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Retro Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

MIGUEL MELENDEZ - Sapphire Sterling Silver Necklace - Mexico - Circa 1970 s
Located in Chatham, CA
MIGUEL MELENDEZ - Modernist sapphire and sterling silver statement necklace - featuring 17 purple
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

MEXICO 1970 Taxco Modernist Geometric Necklace In .925 Sterling Silver Onyx
By Taxco
Located in Miami, FL
crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The design is composed by the
Category

Vintage 1970s Mexican Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver, Silver

Mid-Century Modern Mexican Sterling Silver Geometric Linked Choker Necklace
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This chunky sterling silver ladies choker necklace was made in Mexico in approximately 1970 in a
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexican Escorcia Modern Hinged Bangle Bracelet, Sterling Silver
Located in McLeansville, NC
This elegant Mexican Escorcia Modern Hinged Bangle Bracelet is crafted from sterling silver for an
Category

Vintage 1980s Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

William Spratling Mexican Mid-Century Modernist Parcel Gilt Sterling Silver Box
By William Spratling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mexican Modernist table box. In sterling silver. By William Spratling. With a diaper
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Malachite and Sterling Silver Pendant, Mexico, Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist Malachite and sterling silver unisex pendant - featuring a large polished bezel set
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

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Sterling Mexican Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of sterling mexican silver you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from silver, sterling silver and gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of sterling mexican silver among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of sterling mexican silver from Antoñio Pineda, TANE MEXICO and William Spratling — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of sterling mexican silver of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring amethyst, from our inventory of 128, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of sterling mexican silver, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Sterling Mexican Silver?

Prices for a piece of sterling mexican silver can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $50 and can go as high as $65,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $954.
Questions About Sterling Mexican Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mexican silver is sometimes called plata, which is the Spanish word for silver. Pieces produced in the area surrounding the village of Taxco are usually referred to as Taxco silver. You'll find a variety of Mexican silver jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Mexican silver is generally considered to be of good quality. Most Mexican silver is 925 sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% base metal. Sterling silver has a visually appealing color and luster and resists scratching and tarnishing. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Mexican silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Wallace Sterling is real silver. Wallace produced silverware, tableware and decorative objects from sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% base metal. The silversmith introduced the Wallace Sterling collection in 1875. During the 1930s and 40s, Wallace's ornate sterling silver flatware was especially popular. Explore a collection of Wallace Sterling pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if sterling silver is real, put a magnet close to it. Genuine sterling silver isn't magnetic, so an attraction may indicate one of two things. First, your piece may be made entirely out of a different metal, or, secondly, it may be silver-plated, meaning it is composed of a thin layer of genuine sterling silver over a base metal. For assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler. Shop a large selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Reed Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.