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Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Compact with Mirror
Seahorse Motif
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver compact with a seahorse motif adorning the top, from the early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Awesome Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Powder Box Case
Located in Montreal, QC
Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Powder Box Case, front beautifully hand engraved with Floral
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Compact Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold and Spinel Accents
Located in New York, NY
Vintage sterling silver compact with 18 karat yellow gold and red spinel accents.
Measures 3.25
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Green Enamel English Sterling Silver Compact by Turner
Simpson
Located in Miami Beach, FL
English Art Deco sterling silver compact by Turner & Simpson, 1934. Features a round green engine
Category
Early 20th Century British Wallets and Small Accessories
Stereo Compact Mirror
By Lunt Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are offering a brand new sterling silver compact mirror by Lunt Silversmiths. On side is
Category
2010s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Exquisite Guilloche Enamel Sterling Silver Compact Pendant . Austrian. 1910.
Located in University City, MO
yellow guilloche enamel. Incredibly intricate cut-out sterling flower basket. Vermeil silver flourishes
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Edwardian Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Sterling Compact Purse
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Early 20th century Tiffany & Co. sterling silver compact purse. This piece has a mechanical pencil
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Guilloche and Figural Enamel Compact
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver and enameled antique compact.
Guilloche and figural enamel decoration
Marked
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1940s, Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact by Joseph Gloster Ltd
By Joseph Gloster
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver and enamel vintage powder compact with mirror has a square form with cut corners.
The
Category
20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Sterling Silver and Clear Lucite Pair of Doves Powder Compact
Located in London, GB
Sterling silver powder compact featuring a beautiful pair of doves set in clear lucite, with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Vanity Items
Art Deco Engine Turned Silver Compact. English 1930
s
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Very smart art deco silver compact
Engine turned
Clear hallmark. Birmingham 1938
Good condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Austrian Powder Compact in Silver and Lemon Enamel Guilloché, circa 1900
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small decorative powder compact with internal mirror. It has Austrian Hall Marks for sterling
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Late Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Sterling Silver Mirror Card Coin Purse Compact Case nécessaire
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Sterling Silver Compact Purse. Lovely floral Motif detailing. Center space for
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Pouches and Wristlets
Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Makeup Compact Dated 1929
Located in New York, NY
for eye shadow
Continental rectangular sterling silver compact, with blue guilloche enamel lid, gilt
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Victorian Ruby Eyed Kitten Silver Purse/Compact
By Louis Kuppenheim
Located in Stamford, CT
Detail and amusing nuance will endear this sterling silver compact to the hearts of cat lovers
Category
Antique 1870s German Victorian Boxes and Cases
Materials
Ruby, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Etched Daisy Mirror Compact
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver round compact.
Beautiful etched daisy floral motif on both sides. Interior top lid
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
1920 Art Deco Austria Compact Enamel Sterling Silver
Located in Berkeley, CA
the top in sterling silver and the pale yellow enamel is a perfect compliment to the warm glow of the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co Estate Compact Powder With Mirror Sterling Silver
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Powder With Mirror Sterling Silver TIF593
This elegant Authentic
Category
1990s American Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder Compact
By Georg Jensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
early 1900's. This sterling silver powder compact is an elegant example of his work with a traditional
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Wallets and Small Accessories
Tiffany
Co Estate "1837" Compact Powder Mirror Sterling Silver
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate "1837" Compact Powder Mirror made in Spain out of Sterling Silver
Category
1990s American Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Signed Edwardian English Sterling Silver
Guilloche Enamel Compact
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine English silver & enamel makeup compact.
By Crisford & Norris of Birmingham, England in 1919
Category
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Goldsmiths
Silversmiths Co. Sterling Compact Case
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Sterling silver ladies compact case or pill box. Lid snaps tightly closed. Marked under lid
Category
Early 20th Century German Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Mirror Compact Vintage
By Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
This unbelievable and fabulous signed vintage Italian Gucci sterling silver mirror compact is a
Category
1970s Italian Curiosities
Vintage Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Mirror Powder Compact w/Box Pouch #18120
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver mirror powder compact by Tiffany & Co with box and pouch.
No monogram or
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Watson Sterling Silver 14k Gold Plated Square Mirror Compact with Monogram
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver with 14K Gold Plate square mirror compact by Watson Co with monogram
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Machine Age Garrard
Co Gold Topped Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact
By Garrard
Co. Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine English Mid-Century ladies compact.
In sterling silver with a gold-topped border and lift
Category
Vintage 1950s British Post-War Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Yellow Guilloche Enamel Hand-Painted Floral and Sterling Silver Powder Compact
Located in Philadelphia, PA
yellow Guilloche enamel over a sterling silver base. The lid's interior is mirrored, the base has an
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Enamel, Sterling Silver
Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact
129.2 gram
2.5 inch
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modernist Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver and 14-Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Compact
By Black, Starr
Gorham
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Art Deco sterling silver and 14-karat yellow gold ladies compact was made in England during
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Ruby Silver Gold Makeup Compact
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
from Cartier. The compact is made primarily of silver and is accented with 14K yellow gold set with
Category
20th Century French Vanity Items
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Enamel Stripes Powder Compact Mirror
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare vintage Gucci round compact mirrored powder compact in black color. gold metal accents. The
Category
20th Century Italian Tech Accessories and Cases
Japanese 950 Sterling Gold Accent Fan Mirror Compact with Box #14636
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver with yellow gold accent fan mirror compact with box.
Beautiful fan shape
Category
20th Century Chain Bracelets
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Sterling Gold and Sapphires Mid-Century Modern Compact
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A good, modernist Tiffany & Co sterling, gold, and sapphire compact.
Marked to the interior
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vanity Items
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Lipstick Case Neckace Jewelry
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Sterling silver enamelware compact originally manufactured as a lipstick case meant to be hung on
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Sterling Combination Sovereign Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Art Deco sterling combination sovereign compact card or cigarette Case, American, circa 1920 by
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany and Co Sterling Makeup Compact Yellow Gold and Square Emeralds
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co Art Deco sterling silver makeup compact with 14 karat yellow gold adornment
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Emerald, Silver, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Louis Kuppenheim 1928 for Dunhill Peacock Enameled Compact Box .935 Sterling
By Louis Kuppenheim, Alfred Dunhill
Located in Miami, FL
signed, "MADE IN AUSTRIA 08233 STERLING SILVER .935 ASC 935". For Alfred Dunhill.
Louis Kuppenheim
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Sterling Gold and Ruby Mid-Century Modern Square Compact
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A good, modernist Tiffany & Co sterling, gold, and ruby compact.
Marked to the interior Tiffany
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vanity Items
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Cartier Silver-Tone Purple Guilloché Enamel Compact Watch 20th Century
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
world of early 20th-century elegance with this Antique Cartier Compact, showcasing purple guilloché
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Tiffany and Co Silver Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Compact
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co silver and gold compact
Sterling Silver, 14 karat yellow gold, and square
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver Ruby Vintage 3 Inch Ribbon Compact
Located in New York, NY
particular compact features a ribbon design with 14k gold and sterling silver, and a rectangular shape. It
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Asprey Sterling Silver Box with Ruby and Onyx
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Astoria, NY
An Art Deco sterling silver box or compact with ruby and onyx clasp by Asprey.
Good vintage
Category
Early 20th Century British Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co Estate Small Picture Frame Sterling Silver 39.48g
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Small Portable Picture Frame Sterling Silver 39.48g TIF760
The
Category
1990s American Frames
1920s Tiffany
Co. France Art Deco Enameled Sterling Silver Compact
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver, the cover set with a hand carved turquoise Buddha, when lifted rotates open to a beveled
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tiffany Modern and Compact Sterling Silver Box
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern sterling silver box. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Rectangular with
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Edwardian Sterling Silver Compact Purse with Wrist Chain
By Foster and Bailey
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver lady’s compact purse. Made by Theodore W. Foster (formerly Foster & Bailey) in
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Sunrise Compact
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco sterling silver compact. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, circa 1920. Square with hinged
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Modern Sterling Silver Mini Martini Shaker for a Compact Cocktail
By Poole Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
Modern sterling silver mini martini Shaker. Made by Poole in Taunton, Mass. Tapering sides and dome
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Midcentury Modern Spare and Compact Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern sterling silver water pitcher. Oval body with cut-out oval mouth and small lip
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
1920s Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset
By Cartier
Located in Richmond, VA
Offered is a stunning, Cartier sterling silver compact with a red carnelian gem inset, circa 1920
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
CARTIER Sterling Silver Compact With 18K Gold Applique
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cartier compact in sterling silver with gold applique. Very heavy. Mirror on inside. Fully
Category
Vintage 1940s French Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Buccellati Sterling Silver Compact With Mirror Partial Gilt
By Buccellati
Located in Big Bend, WI
Buccellati sterling silver partial gilt compact/powder box with mirror inside. Has beautiful
Category
Italian Vanity Items
1930s Art Deco Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset
By Cartier
Located in Richmond, VA
Offered is a stunning, 1930s Art Deco, sterling silver Cartier compact with a red carnelian gem
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Carnelian, Silver, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder or Mirror Compact #226D from 1933-1944
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver powder or mirror compact #226D from 1933-1944. Measures 5.7cm x 6.2 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver and Enamel Silver Compact, Italy, circa 1900
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
Italian silver and enamel compact, circa 1900. Beautifully painted to the cover, with a portrait of
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Renaissance Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Mid-20th Century Silver
Guilloche Enamel Compact
Sweet Peas
, 1940
By Henry Clifford Davis
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A good quality mid-20th century silver and enamel Compact of square form, the cover decorated with
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Georg Jensen Compact No 5194 Made of Ore Decorated with Silver Inlay Designed
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen compact no 5194 made of ore decorated with silver inlay designed by Arno Malinowski
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Copper
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Sterling Silver Compact For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sterling silver compact for your home. A sterling silver compact — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Find 51 options for an antique or vintage sterling silver compact now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sterling silver compact, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver compact, designed in the Art Deco, Victorian or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made sterling silver compact has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Asprey International Limited, Henry Clifford Davis and Georg Jensen are consistently popular.
How Much is a Sterling Silver Compact?
Prices for a sterling silver compact start at $95 and top out at $24,500 with the average selling for $935.
Questions About Sterling Silver Compact
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Opinions 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.
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most 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.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling 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.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling 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.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling 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.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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, 2024Sterling 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, 2022A 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.
- Is Wallace Sterling real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024Yes, 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, 2024Yes, 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, 2024To 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.
- Is Gorham sterling real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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, 2024Although 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, 2022Sterling 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.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, 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, 2021Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.