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Dutch Silver Fried Egg Serving Spoon, by Gerritsen and Van Kempen, 1927
Located in Delft, NL
A Dutch Silver fried egg serving spoon, 1927
A Dutch silver fried egg serving spoon with double
Category
20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Sardine Dish by Walker
Hall, 1908
By Walker
Hall
Located in London, London
silver Sardine dish, features egg and dart borders, applied feet, a conch shell finial and a frosted
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Cased Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings by Asprey
Co.
By Asprey
Garrard Limited
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning pair of cased napkin rings made from solid English sterling silver, beautifully cast
Category
Vintage 1920s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Tiffany
Co. Engraved and Embossed Sterling Silver Footed Bowl
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tiffany & Co. engraved and embossed sterling silver footed bowl decorated with egg and dart
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
George III Antique Sterling Silver Basket Bu William Allen III, 1803
By William Allen Iii
Located in London, London
silver basket, features egg and dart borders around the rim and foot, acanthus and reed detailing around
Category
Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Light Blue Guilloche Enamel Powder Jar
Located in New York, NY
Large, Art Deco, sterling silver and robin's egg blue guilloche enamel - mounted etched crystal
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Egg Russian Empire style enamel with tall tripod Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg Russian Empire is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
Egg Russian Empire has fired enamels on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Extra Large Silver Over Copper Tray
Egg
Dart
Border with Central Engraving
Located in Great Barrington, MA
also a perfect serving piece for a buffet or filled with a collection of decanters and stemware. "Egg
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Rare Georg Jensen Pyramid Egg Spoon in Full Silver, Designed by Harald Nielsen
Located in København, Copenhagen
Rare Georg Jensen Pyramid egg spoon in full silver.
Designed by Harald Nielsen 1933-1944
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen "Acorn" Egg Spoon # 85, Silver with Steel, 6 Pieces in Stock
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen "Acorn" egg spoon # 85, silver with steel.
6 pieces in stock.
Designer: Johan Rohde
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Blue and White Guilloche Enamel Large Rouge Pot
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted robin's egg blue and white guilloche enamel lidded large rouge
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Enamel, Silver
Stuart Devlin Charles
Diana Wedding Egg, London 1981
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver and enamel Charles & Diana wedding commemorative egg, London, 1981. Original
Category
20th Century English Sterling Silver
Six Fiddle, Thread
Shell Pattern Egg Spoons
By Elizabeth
John Eaton
Located in London, GB
The Spoons are made in the Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern and are double struck. Each is engraved with a contemporary Crest.
London.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver 104pc Silverware Flatware w/ Serving Pieces
By Georg Jensen
Located in Montclair, NJ
Knives and Egg Server (Sterling Silver w/ Steel Blades) 1,151.11 Grams
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104
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Dinnerware and Flatware Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Four-Piece Tea and Coffee Service, Antique Victorian
By Joseph Angell II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver four piece tea and
Category
Antique 1850s English Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Egg-shape Marquis Flower Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful egg-shape sterling silver pendant necklace handset with marquis-shape faux diamond cubic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Handle Bernadotte Egg Spoon #14893
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark sterling silver handle egg spoon in the Bernadotte pattern.
No monogram
Category
20th Century Chain Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver 925 Heron Sculpture with Green Malachite Stone Egg
Located in Toronto, ON
A 925 sterling silver heron sculpture with a malachite egg and red stone set eyes. Expertly crafted
Category
2010s Portuguese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Egger, Denmark. "Flora Danica" brooch in gold-plated sterling silver.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Egger, Denmark. "Flora Danica" brooch in gold-plated sterling silver.
Approximately from the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Robin
s Egg Blue Enamel Bracelet Norway Sterling Silver Midcentury Modernist
By Albert Scharning
Located in New York, NY
highly desirable. The bracelet is Sterling Silver with a gold wash as was very typical of the mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Modernist Modern Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1977 Silver Jubilee Solid Sterling Silver Gold Gilt Stuart Devlin Surprise Egg
By Stuart Devlin
Located in GB
collectable Stuart Devlin Surprise egg made for the Queens Silver Jubilee in 1977
The piece is gold gilt
Category
Vintage 1970s British Arts and Crafts Models and Miniatures
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Egg style Faberge Blue Ocean Enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Egg on engraved tripod in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Faberge Imperial Eagle Jeweled Musical Egg Sterling Silver
14k Pin - Rare
By Fabergé
Located in Atlanta, GA
Musical Egg collection, manufactured by the Franklin Mint in pure Sterling Silver. Our authentic Faberge
Category
20th Century Mounted Objects
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Partridge by Alcino Silversmith 1902 in Sterling Silver 925 with Malachite Egg
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
Partridge 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
Partridge by Alcino Silversmith 1902 in Sterling Silver 925 with Malachite Egg
By Alcino Silversmith
Located in Porto, 13
Partridge 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
Faberge Sterling Silver and Diamond Inlaid Musical Egg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Star of the north Faberge egg, with a gold and diamond pin inside as a surprise. Excellent
Category
20th Century Russian More Desk Accessories
Egg style Faberge Ruby Red 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
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
Russian Rose Cut Diamond Sterling Silver 14 Karat Gold Egg Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with age
With pierced sterling silver areas depicting an ivy motif accented by rose cut diamonds
Category
Vintage 1920s Russian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Silver
Enamel Egg Pendant by Carl Faberge
By Peter Carl Fabergé
Located in Chicago, IL
Silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel Egg Pendant set with a Pearl, this piece bears the 84 silver
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Imperial Faberge 24-Karat Gold over Sterling Silver Musical Egg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Musical Stravinsky's fire bird suite, egg shell solid silver with blue cobalt enameling, 24-karat
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Animal Sculptures
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London, 1978
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1978, opening to reveal a a fish swimming amongst
Category
Late 20th Century English Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Silver
Franklin Mint 84 Silver Enamel Egg Swan Figurine
By Franklin MInt
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Russian 84 gilt Silver and 925 Sterling Silver and enamel egg by Franklin Mint. The egg consists
Category
20th Century Russian Antiquities
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London, 1978
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, ON
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1978, opening to reveal a a fish swimming amongst
Category
Late 20th Century English Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Victorian Lapis Lazuli Egg with Serpent (Orphic Egg)
Located in Stamford, CT
Why is there a serpent on this lapis lazuli egg from the Victorian era? In antique jewelry there
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London, 1978
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver gilt surprise egg, London 1978, opening to reveal a fish swimming amongst
Category
Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg, London 1978
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver gilt surprise egg, London 1978, opening to reveal a fish swimming amongst
Category
Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Chicken Egg, London, 1981
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver gilt surprise chicken egg, London 1981, opening to reveal a chicken standing
Category
20th Century Mounted Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg Swan Duck Family, London, 1984
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver gilt surprise egg, London, 1984, opening to reveal Swan or Duck family among
Category
20th Century English Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Stuart Devlin Surprise Fish and Anchor Egg, Silver and Vermeil, London, 1977
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin surprise fish and anchor egg, silver and vermeil London 1977, original box. Measures
Category
20th Century English Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Stuart Devlin Clown and Performing Dog Egg, London, 1980
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver gilt surprise egg, London 1980, opening to reveal a clown and performing dog
Category
20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Whiting Manufacturing Co Ster Silv Louis XV Pierced Egg Server #4387
By Whiting
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver pierced egg server by Whiting Manufacturing Co in the Louis XV pattern
Category
Antique 1890s Charm Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mystic Moonstone Removable Agate Geode Druzy Egg Pendant Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
graphite gray, compliment a stunning agate geode egg pendant. This sparkling organic agate egg-shaped
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Wendy Brandes Mechanical Chicken and Egg Gold Locket Necklace
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
Egg opens up to reveal a silver chicken with diamond eyes.
Chicken opens up to reveal three golden
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Austro-Hungarian Enamel Egg Vinaigrette Blue Chalcedony Pink Opal Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
gorgeous backdrop for a most charming antique hand-painted enameled egg scent locket. The one-of-a-kind
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Austro-Hungarian Enamel Egg Vinaigrette Blue Chalcedony Pearl Filigree Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
backdrop for a most charming antique hand-painted enameled egg scent locket. The one-of-a-kind pendant is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Cultured Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Limited Edition Nr.124 the Winter Egg Music Box by Theo Faberge
Located in Braintree, GB
Crown of Russia.
Delicate bows and holly decorate the Egg.
On opening the Egg, the sterling silver
Category
Late 20th Century British Decorative Boxes
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Sterling Silver Egg Cup
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver egg cup. Italian silver egg cup with markings for Romeo Miracoli e Filgio, stamped
Category
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Egg Cups
By Viners 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, set of six vintage George VI English sterling silver egg cups
Category
20th Century Scottish Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver
Egg Coddler
, Sheffield 1904 William Hutton
By William Hutton
Sons
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Egg Coddler, features fluted detail, a wooden finial, a double sided burner for soft and
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Scottish Sterling Silver Egg Cups and Spoons Art Nouveau
By George Edward
Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, set of four antique Edwardian Scottish sterling silver egg
Category
Antique Early 1900s Scottish Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet Set For Four Persons
By Alexander Clark
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George V English sterling silver egg cruet set with
Category
Vintage 1910s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Egg Cup
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Completely handmade sterling silver egg cup.
The body is formed by a smooth round base and the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Egg Cup and Spoon, Vintage George VI
By Adie Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver egg cup and spoon - boxed; an
Category
Vintage 1940s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
House of Faberge Jeweled Sterling Silver Egg, Enamel, Diamonds, Emerald Amethyst
By Franklin MInt
Located in Berlin, DE
selected customers.
House of Faberge JEWELED STERLING SILVER Egg set with Enamel, Diamonds, Emeralds and
Category
Late 20th Century Desk Accessories
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Enamel, 18k Gold, Sterling Si...
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Egg Spoon 085
By Johan Rohde, Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen egg spoon, sterling silver handle and stainless steel spoon, item #085 in the
Category
20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Egg Locket with Inner Chicken
Located in Stamford, CT
silver locket in the form of an egg. No peanut butter here but open the locket and pop, inside is a
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
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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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Sterling silver is a very good quality alloy because the added metals make it very durable, even more so than gold. Because it is also lightweight it can be great for everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Whether it's worth selling sterling silver depends on your personal preferences and the current market conditions. The price of sterling silver fluctuates over time, so it's a good idea to research the current rates before you sell. In some cases, sterling silver jewelry, tableware or decorative objects may be worth more than the market rate for sterling silver due to their age, maker and rarity. As a result, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer before you sell. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver pieces.
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