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Rare American Antique Silver Railroad Form Cruet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Of circular form on spreading foot chased with foliage, the body designed as a circular railroad track mounted with seven railroad cars that rotate around a vertical cast vine handle...
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Antique 1850s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

English Sterling "Warwick" Cruet Set, Samuel Wood, 1748, Original and Complete
By Samuel Wood
Located in Portland, OR
English sterling silver “Warwick” type cruet set. It features a matching set of 3 baluster shaped
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sporting Lecture, Fine Quality Victorian Silver Novelty Cruet, John Jorrocks
Located in London, GB
The Sporting lecture. An extremely fine Victorian silver novelty cruet set, comprising a heavy
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Antique 1880s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century French Silver Two-Bottle Cruet Stand
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). The central loop carrying-handle w...
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Antique 1820s French Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Cased John Walsh Crystal and Silver Cruet Set, 1925
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
few marks to case commensurate with age Lovely quality cased John Walsh crystal and silver cruet
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Chinese Silver Pepper Shaker and Open Salt Pot W/ Ladle Cruet Set
Located in London, GB
Chinese Silver Pepper Shaker and Open Salt Pot W/ Ladle Cruet Set In Fabric Covered Presentation
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Cruet Set in Original Box
By William Neale Son Ltd
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautifully preserved English sterling silver cruet set, crafted in 1928 by W. Neale & Sons of
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Vintage 1920s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Cruet Set by Charles Boyton II London, 1896
By Charles Boyton II
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1896 by Charles Boyton II, this stylish, Victorian, antique sterling silver
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Sterling Silver Cruets Vintage Boxed, 20th Century
By Cartier
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual boxed set of four pairs silver cruets with screw down covers with gilded covers to the
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Sterling Silver Cruet Set London 1903
By Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Goldsmiths and Silversmiths cruet set Date : Hallmarked in London in 1903 for the
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Cased Sterling Silver Cruet Set by S. W. Smith Co., 1901
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite cased antique English seven piece Edwardian sterling silver condiment cruet
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Georgian Sterling and Glass Cruet Set
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elaborate glass and sterling silver cruet set, having original cut-glass bottles and jars. Sterling
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Hawkes School Thistle Cut Crystal Sterling Silver Cruet, 19th Century
By Steuben Hawkes
Located in Big Flats, NY
thistle embossed sterling silver stopper with monogram, stopper marked "STERLING", 19th century
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Antique 19th Century European Glass

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Equestrian Cruet Set, Contemporary Elizabeth II
By Maker s Mark RAL 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive, unusual English sterling silver cruet set; an addition to our dining
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1990s English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Condiment Set Design Style (1972)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
three-piece sterling silver cruet set consists of a salt pot, a pepper pot and a condiment bottle holder
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Vintage 1970s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Egg Cruet
By Rebecca Emes Edward Barnard 1
Located in London, London
, this handsome Antique, Regency, sterling silver egg cruet comprises of four gilt interior egg cups and
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Antique 1810s English Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

George II Sterling Silver and Cut Glass Warwick Cruet Stand Condiment Set 1741
By Samuel Wood
Located in London, GB
A classic Antique George II sterling Silver Cruet Stand in the traditional 'Warwick' style after
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Antique 18th Century English George II Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Silver Condiment Cruet Set Paul Storr, 18th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique large English George III sterling silver condiment cruet set with
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Egg Cruet London 1831
By Edward Edwards II
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling silver egg cruet Date : Hallmarked in London in 1831 for Edward, Edward junior
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Antique 1830s British William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Set (1869)
By George Fox
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver egg cruet set made
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Paul Storr Antique Georgian Silver Class Cruet Stand Condiment Set 1806
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique George III Sterling Silver Cruet Stand with 8 condiment jugs & jars. This
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Egg Cruet
By Gibson Langman
Located in London, GB
Pretty antique silver cruet frame with six original removable silver egg cups; each held in its
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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian 1891 Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Set for Four Persons
By John Aldwinckle Thomas Slater
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver egg cruet set for
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Novelty Cooking Tripod Sterling Silver Egg Cruet from 1894
By John Round Son Ltd. 1
Located in London, London
silver egg cruet, takes the form of a lashed cooking tripod, with a silver rope fastening the egg cups in
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gothic Revival Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Hallmarked in 1845
By Joseph Angell Son
Located in London, London
Silver Egg Cruet is in the Gothic Revival Style. The six gilt egg cups stand on an hexagonal star point
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Antique 1840s English Gothic Revival Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique silver cruet set
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique, silver cruet set. Silver test: 800 Very good condition. Year: Second half of the 19th
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver

English Regency Sterling Silver Four Bottle Cruet Paul Storr 1820, 19th Century
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic antique English George III sterling silver four bottle condiment cruet with
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Antique 1820s English Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Neoclassical French Oil and Vinegar Cruet Set Paris Sterling Silver
Located in Milano, MI
An antique sterling silver oil and vinegar cruet set, having a neoclassical style oval stand with
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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Silver and Glass Cruet
By George Fox, Charles Fox
Located in London, GB
An Antique Silver and Glass Cruet made in London, 1842/3 by Charles and George Fox. The four
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Antique 19th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paul Storr Georgian Silver Cruet Service
By Paul Storr
Located in New Orleans, LA
This important nine-piece Georgian silver and cut-glass cruet set by Paul Storr is an excellent
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Georgian Sterling and Cut Crystal Cruet Stand by Joseph Angell
By Joseph Angell II
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This quality eight bottle cruet stand is in the Rocco style, which had a revival in England in the
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Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Leroy Auguste Et Cie (1912/1935) -Cruet Vinegar Cruet In Solid Silver Regency 19
By Auguste Leroy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Solid silver vinegar cruet in Regency style, octagonal in shape with sides, bordered at the top and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique George Jensen Silver "Pyramid" Cruet Set on Tray, 1927
Located in London, GB
A rare Georg Jensen sterling silver "Pyramid" cruet set on tray. No 632 by Harald
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Early 20th Century Danish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Extraordinary Antique English Sterling Geo. Style Cut Glass 7-Bottle Cruet Set
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Finest antique English hand engraved sterling silver boat-shaped, Georgian style, rare seven bottle
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Silver Egg Cruet Stand London England 1819 6 Egg Cups
By William Burwash
Located in London, GB
An elegant Antique George III Sterling Silver Egg Cruet with 6 removable Egg Cups. The Cruet Stand
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Golf Cruets, Set of Four, Early 1900s
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a rare set of antique sterling silver golf cruets from the 20th century. Designed to
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Antique Early 1900s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Modernist Silver Cruet Set by Makers RJS London, 1981
Located in London, GB
A beautiful quality modernist silver cruet set in its original box by makers RJS & dated London
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Late 20th Century English Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Italian Silver 950 Cruet by Gioanni Gilardi, Silversmith in Turin, 1824
Located in VALENZA, IT
Silver cruet made by the silversmith from Turin, Gioanni Gilardi in 1824. Rich and elaborate
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Condiment Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver ten piece condiment
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Vintage 1920s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Adam s Style Sterling Silver Condiment Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver five piece
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Vintage 1960s British Adam Style Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Gilt Condiment Set 1905
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver gilt three piece
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Cased Sterling Silver 12-Piece Condiment Set, 1909
By Horace Woodward Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite cased antique English Edward VII sterling silver condiment cruet set with
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Antique Early 1900s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Cased Sterling Silver 12-Piece Condiment Set 1899 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique English Victorian sterling silver boxed condiment cruet set with
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Cased Sterling Silver 14-Piece Condiment Set London, 1938
By Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite cased antique English fourteen piece George V sterling silver banqueting
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Vintage 1930s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Altar Cruet Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver altar cruet set; an
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Antique 1840s British Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver and Cut Glass Cruet Set 1762
By John Delmestre
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver and cut glass five
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Antique 1760s British Glass

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Warwick Cruet
By John Delmestre
Located in New Orleans, LA
A complete and fully hallmarked George III-period silver cruet service in the Warwick form by
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Set for Six Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian English sterling silver egg cruet set for six
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Antique 1810s British Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Overlay Mustard Jam Pot Oil Vinegar Cruet Decanter
Located in Dayton, OH
cruet bottle with handle and stopper with painted silver gilding. Mustard pot - 2.75” x 3.375” / oil
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Silver

Antique Paul Storr Georgian Silver Glass Cruet Set 1806 Condiment Cruet Stand
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
An impressive antique George III sterling silver and cut glass cruet set by the esteemed
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Stand and Egg Cruet Set for Six Persons 1816
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian English sterling silver egg cruet set for six
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Antique 1810s British Georgian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Stand 1831 Four Egg Cup Set
By Barnards
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous antique William IV solid Silver Egg Cruet Stand with an ornate handle and standing on
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

George III English Sterling Silver Five-Bottle Cut Crystal Warwick Cruet Set
By Charles Aldridge Henry Green
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fabulous and rare George III period five-bottle Warwick cruet set with makers marks and hallmarks
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Antique 1770s English George III Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Silversmith Odiot - Cruet / Vinegar In Solid Silver/Crystal Late 19th Century
By Maison Odiot Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Oval-shaped solid silver cruet/vinegar, terrace mounted on four spinning tops, comprising four
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian George III Cruet Set / Condiment Stand 1802
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Georgian solid Silver and cut Glass Cruet Set. This set is of substantial size and
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Silver Condiment Cruet Paul Storr 1797
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique English George III sterling silver condiment cruet set with hallmarks
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Antique Late 18th Century English More Dining and Entertaining

1927 Antique Sterling Silver Condiment Set
By Adie Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver six piece condiment
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Vintage 1920s English Regency Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Cruet For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sterling silver cruet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every sterling silver cruet was constructed with great care. Find 57 options for an antique or vintage sterling silver cruet now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sterling silver cruet — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right sterling silver cruet, those designed in Georgian, Victorian and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. Paul Storr, Samuel Wood and Cartier each produced at least one beautiful sterling silver cruet that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Cruet?

The average selling price for a sterling silver cruet at 1stDibs is $3,323, while they’re typically $389 on the low end and $29,850 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Sterling Silver Cruet
  • 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, 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Yes, 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.