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Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Set for Three Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George IV English sterling silver egg cruet set for
Category
Antique 1820s British George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique sterling silver egg cup, spoon
napkin ring in a box. Made in 1921
By Cooper Brothers
Sons
Located in London, London
, Sterling Silver Egg Cup, Spoon and Napkin Ring set, is plain in design, with reed borders and a gilt
Category
Vintage 1920s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ornate George IV period sterling silver egg cruet hallmarked in Edinburgh 1824
By James McKay
Located in London, London
Silver Egg Cruet, is ornate in design, with 6 egg cups and spoons all with gilt interiors. The egg cruet
Category
Antique 1820s Scottish George IV Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
George III period sterling silver egg cruet hallmarked in London in 1808
By Rebecca Emes
Edward Barnard 1
Located in London, London
Silver Egg Cruet, is in the Neoclassical taste, and holds four egg cups and a central salt cellar. The
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Neoclassical Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique sterling silver egg cruet made in 1922 by William Hutton
Sons
By William Hutton
Sons
Located in London, London
, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, holds 6 egg cups, and features shaped gadroon borders, and gilt
Category
Vintage 1920s English Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elaborate Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet by Walker
Hall, 1903
By Walker
Hall
Located in London, London
silver egg cruet comprises an oval tray and four egg cups. The tray has a repoussé rim with floral and
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Vintage Sterling Silver Egg Pill Box
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Add a touch of classic Tiffany elegance to your collection with this vintage sterling silver egg
Category
Late 20th Century Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Hammered Sterling Silver Egg Spoon in Acorn Pattern
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Georg Jensen sterling silver hand-hammered egg spoon in the celebrated Acorn pattern from the early
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Egg Spoon 085
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen egg spoon with stainless steel bowl, item #085 in the Acanthus pattern
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 4 Cottle Gilt Sterling Silver Egg-Shaped Salt
Pepper Shakers Late 19th
By S. Cottle
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Cottle gilt sterling silver salt and pepper shakers from the late 19th or early 20th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Tableware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Traveling Campaign Egg Chalice
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver traveling campaign egg chalice. Mid 19th century engine turned metamorphic egg
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Bronze Egg Cup
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver bronze Egg cup
Silver plated bronze egg cup 35/42 microns
Measures: H: 58 mm, D: 45 mm
Category
2010s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Bronze
Egg Plum enamel with tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg Plum enamel is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
Egg Plum enamel has fired enamels on guilloché has
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pair Of Antique Duck Egg Cups, English, Silver, Vase, Edwardian, Hallmarked 1904
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique duck egg cups. An English, sterling silver posy vase, dating to the
Category
20th Century British Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Tripod Silver Egg Cup Marked "Suzanne"
Located in Sofia, BG
Silver egg cup raised on tripod with engraved title "Suzanne"
France, circa 1890.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century French Silver Egg Cup with Floral Decoration
Located in Sofia, BG
Nice silver egg cup with round decoration, could be easily engraved to become a beautiful present
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
$427 Sale Price
25% Off
19th Century France Silver Boxed Egg Cup and Spoon by Pellerin
Lemoing
Located in Delft, NL
19th century France silver boxed egg cup and spoon by Pellerin & Lemoing
A goblet shaped silver
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Egg Navy Blue enamel with tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg Navy Blue enamel is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
Egg Navy Blue enamel has fired enamels on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg Purple Red enamel with tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg Purple Red enamel is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
Egg Purple Red enamel has fired enamels on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg White with blue garlands in Russian Art Nouveau style Sterling Silver Salimb
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg White with blue garlands is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
Egg White with blue garlands has
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg 4 Picture frames in Dark Red enamel with tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg 4 Picture frames is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
Egg 4 Picture frames has fired enamels on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Tea Egg 368
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
hinged lid attached to a handle.
Additional Information:
Material: Sterling Silver
Style: Art Nouveau
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Malachite Egg Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, hand-carved egg-shaped malachite sterling silver
Category
2010s Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Carnelian Egg Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, hand-carved carnelian egg-shaped sterling silver
Category
2010s Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Blue Chalcedony Egg Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, sterling silver , hand-carved egg-shape blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Lapis Lazuli Egg Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
mounted in sterling silver.
Alex Jona cufflinks stand out, not only for their special design and for the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Chalcedony Egg Cylinder Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver, hand-carved egg-shaped and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
$322 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Alex Jona Aventurine Egg Cylinder Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver , hand-carved egg-shape and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Aventurine, Sterling Silver
$322 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Egg style Faberge Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché and hand-painted miniature of
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Alex Jona Red Jasper Egg Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, sterling silver , hand-carved egg-shaped Red Jasper
Category
2010s Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Jasper, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Tiger
s Eye Egg Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, hand-carved tiger's eye egg-shaped sterling silver
Category
2010s Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Tiger s Eye, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Lapis Lazuli Chalcedony Egg Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
sterling silver mounted.
Alex Jona cufflinks stand out, not only for their special design and for the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Lapis Lazuli Egg Cylinder Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver, hand-carved lapis lazuli egg
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
$322 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Alex Jona Aventurine Egg Onyx Cylinder Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, sterling silver, hand-carved egg-shape aventurine
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Onyx, Aventurine, Sterling Silver
$322 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Egg style Faberge Blue Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché with Russian Empire style ornaments
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg style Faberge Aquamarine Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg on tripod engraved in 925/1000 gilded silver with translucent enamel on fire on guilloché
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Alex Jona Moss Agate Carnelian Egg Shaped Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, crafted in Italy, sterling silver , hand-carved egg-shaped Moss Agate
Category
2010s Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Chalcedony Egg Lapis Lazuli Cylinder Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver, hand-carved chalcedony egg
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks
Materials
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
$322 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Egg style Faberge folding photo holder Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
sterling silver gold plated, with translucent fired enamels on guilloché and pure gold “paillons” in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold
Penguin by Alcino Silversmith Handcrafted in Sterling Silver with Emu Egg
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
Penguin by Alcino Silversmith 1902 is a handcrafted piece in 925 sterling silver with ostrich egg
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Penguin by Alcino Silversmith Handcrafted in Sterling Silver with Ostrich Egg
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
Penguin by Alcino Silversmith 1902 is a handcrafted piece in 925 sterling silver with ostrich egg
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
X-Small Egg style Faberge Aquamarine Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
X-Small egg in 925/1000 gilded silver with translucent enamel on fire on guilloché in Russian Art
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Silver Crocodile with chrysoprase egg
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
This Crocodile by Alcino Silversmith 1902 is a handcrafted piece in sterling silver (925/1000) with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Super Egg
by Piet Hein for Georg Jensen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sterling silver 'Super Egg' container and sculpture. ?Piet Hein described the super-ellipse as a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Decorative Boxes
Materials
Metal
Heron in Sterling Silver gold plated with malachite egg by Alcino Silversmith
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
Heron by Alcino Silversmith 1902 is a handcrafted piece in sterling silver 925 with natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Heron in Sterling Silver gold plated with malachite egg by Alcino Silversmith
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
Heron by Alcino Silversmith 1902 is a handcrafted piece in sterling silver 925 with natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold
Egg style Faberge Savoia blue Enamel Small Size Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Small egg in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg style Faberge Dark Brown Enamel Small Size Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Small egg in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg style Faberge Blue Savoia Enamel Medium Size Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg on tripod in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Small Egg style Faberge Enamel hand painted wreaths Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Small egg in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché and an
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Egg style Faberge Blue Sapphire Enamel Medium Size Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg on tripod in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
X-Small Egg style Faberge Ruby Red Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
X-Small egg in 925/1000 gilded silver with translucent enamel on fire on guilloché in Russian Art
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pocket Pill Box like Egg sea color Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
like egg in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated 24carats.
Pocket pill box like egg with translucent
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
X-Small Egg style Faberge Sapphire Blue Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
X-Small egg in 925/1000 gilded silver with translucent enamel on fire on guilloché in Russian Art
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg on Tripod hand painted Sterling Silver Enamel on Guillochè Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg on tripod in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg on Tripod Hand Painted Sterling Silver Enamel on Guillochè Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg on tripod in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
X-Small Egg style Faberge Enamel hand painted wreaths Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
X-Small egg in 925/1000 gilded silver with translucent enamel on fire on guilloché and hand-painted
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sterling silver egg you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each sterling silver egg for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. There are 95 variations of the antique or vintage sterling silver egg you’re looking for, while we also have 5 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the sterling silver egg you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver egg is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Victorian and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one sterling silver egg that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany
Co., Stuart Devlin and Georg Jensen produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Sterling Silver Egg?
Prices for a sterling silver egg start at $90 and top out at $12,000 with the average selling for $993.
Questions About Sterling Silver Egg
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
- Does sterling silver turn green?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects 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.
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