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Georg Jensen 6-Person Modern Dinner Service in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen 6-person modern dinner service in sterling silver consisting of knife and fork.
Knife
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Laurel Sterling Baby Set
By Frank Smith Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this sterling silver baby fork and spoon for the newest addition to your
Category
Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$275 / set
Antique Boxed Set of 12 Pairs Pistol Grip Fruit Forks and Knives, 1905
By Harrison Brothers
George Howson 1
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique and rare English walnut boxed set of 12 pairs of sterling silver fruit
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lily Sterling Carving Set
By Frank Whiting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer you this sterling silver Art Nouveau carving fork and knife in the Lily
Category
Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$475 / set
Rose Sterling Carving Set
By Kirk-Stieff
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver carving fork and knife in the Rose pattern by Kirk
Category
Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$475 / set
Johan Rohde for Georg Jensen, "Acorn" Carving Set of Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Johan Rohde for Georg Jensen. "Acorn" carving set of sterling silver comprising knife and
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Grand Duchess Sterling Carving Set
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver carving fork and knife in the Grand Duchess pattern
Category
Vintage 1970s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$475 / set
Michelsen for Royal Copenhagen, "Flora Danica" Lunch Fork
Located in København, Copenhagen
Michelsen for Royal Copenhagen. "Flora Danica" lunch fork made of gold-plated sterling silver
Category
20th Century Danish Victorian Sterling Silver
Michelsen for Royal Copenhagen, "Flora Danica" Lunch Fork
Located in København, Copenhagen
Michelsen for Royal Copenhagen. "Flora Danica" lunch fork made of gold-plated sterling silver
Category
20th Century Danish Victorian Sterling Silver
Modernism Sterling Salad Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These extra long sterling silver salad servers, fork and spoon are very impressive. Not only are
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$550 / set
Georg Jensen Continental 12 Cake Forks, Hand-Hammered
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen continental 12 cake forks, hand-hammered.
The cutlery is designed by Georg Jensen in
Category
20th Century Danish Other Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen, Cutlery, Scroll No. 22, Six Cake Forks
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen. Cutlery, scroll no. 22, hammered sterling silver consisting of: Six cake forks.
In
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen for Royal Copenhagen, "Flora Danica" Dinner Fork
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen for Royal Copenhagen. "Flora Danica" dinner fork made of gold-plated sterling silver
Category
20th Century Danish Victorian Sterling Silver
Three Pieces Georg Jensen Pyramid Lunch Fork by Harald Nielsen
Located in København, Copenhagen
Three pieces. Georg Jensen pyramid lunch fork.
Designed by Harald Nielsen.
In perfect condition
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Block or Acadia Carving Fork, Silverware, Hand-Hammered
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen block or acadia carving fork, silverware, hand-hammered.
The cutlery is designed by
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
3-Piece Georg Jensen Pyramid Lunch Fork, Designed by Harald Nielsen
Located in København, Copenhagen
3-piece Georg Jensen Pyramid lunch fork.
Designed by Harald Nielsen in 1926
In perfect condition
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Set of Ten George III Fiddle and Thread Pattern Table Spoons and Table Forks
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
The spoons and forks are made in the fiddle and thread pattern and are double struck. Each is
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Ice Cream Forks
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage set of 4 sterling silver ice cream forks, "lafayette" pattern of 1905 by Towle. Measures
Category
Late 20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
1940s Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By C.W. Fletcher
Son Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive rat tail ornamentation to the reverse of the bowl.
The original sterling silver forks have three
Category
Vintage 1940s British Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Eight Persons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive rat tail ornamentation to the reverse.
The original sterling silver forks have three tines/prongs
Category
Vintage 1970s British Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 1700s Sterling Silver Sucket Fork
By George Smith III
William Fearn
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian sterling silver sucket fork; an addition to
Category
Antique 1780s British George III Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Towle Sterling Silver Paul Revere Asparagus Fork
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Towle sterling silver Paul Revere asparagus fork
This is an elegant Paul Revere pattern
Category
20th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Pickles Fork 145
By Gundorph Albertus
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen pickles fork, item 145 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Flemish by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Dinner Fork
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver dinner fork, 7 5/8” in the pattern Flemish by Tiffany & Co. It is not monogrammed
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
12 Georg Jensen Cactus Pastry Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
12 Georg Jensen Cactus pastry forks in sterling silver.
Designer: Gundorph Albertus.
Measures: 13
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Six Antique American, Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set of 6 Antique American Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks
Category
Early 20th Century American Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Acanthus 1917 Sterling Silver Baby Fork
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver baby fork from Georg Jensen in the Acanthus 1917 pattern.
The Acanthus
Category
20th Century Danish Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Child/Fruit Fork 082
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen child/fruit fork, item 082 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 from
Category
20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Audubon Gold by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Dessert Fork
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver dessert fork 6 3/8" in the pattern Audubon gold by Tiffany & Co. It is not
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Youth Fork, with Engraving
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen sterling silver youth fork in the Acorn pattern.
Marked: GEORG JENSEN STERLING
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Pyramid Sterling Silver Pickle/Olive Fork
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen sterling silver pickle/olive fork in the Pyramid pattern. Marked: GJ STERLING DENMARK
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Lemon Fork Pierced
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co.
Sterling silver lemon fork pierced measure: 5".
It is not
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
4 Georg Jensen Acorn Sterling Silver 3 Tine Fish Forks
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
4 Georg Jensen sterling silver 3 tine fish forks in the Acorn pattern. Marked: Georg Jensen in
Category
20th Century Danish Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Cactus European Fork, No Monogram
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver European Fork from Georg Jensen in the Cactus pattern.
Created by long
Category
20th Century Unknown Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Shell and Thread by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Cocktail Fork
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Shell and Thread by Tiffany and Co sterling silver cocktail fork, 6". It is not monogrammed and is
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Japanese by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Strawberry Fork 2-Tine
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver strawberry fork 3-tine 4 7/8" in the pattern Japanese by Tiffany & Co. It is
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany Sterling Silver Cold Meat Fork Scalloped Shoulders
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver cold meat fork scalloped shoulders 8 3/4" in the pattern Chrysanthemum by Tiffany
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Acanthus Sterling Silver Cold Meat Serving Fork
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen sterling silver two tine cold meat serving fork in the Acanthus pattern.
Marked
Category
20th Century Danish Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
ELA Denmark Sterling Silver Set of 9 Blue Enamel Cocktail Forks
Located in Washington Depot, CT
ELA Denmark sterling silver set of 9 blue enamel cocktail forks. These are lovely ELA Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Breakfast Fork 4-Tine
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum the most sumptuous of any American silver pattern.
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany and Co sterling
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. 1878 Olympian Sterling Silver Serving Fork, No Monogram
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. sterling silver serving fork in the Olympian 1878 pattern.
Olympian is an
Category
20th Century Unknown Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Persian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Pastry Fork 3-Tine
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver pastry fork, 3-tine 5" in the pattern Persian by Tiffany and Co. It is not
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Century by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Dinner Fork Flatware Vintage
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver dinner fork 7 5/8" in the pattern century by Tiffany and Co. It is not monogrammed
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Cocktail Fork Old Style GW
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling silver cocktail fork old style gold washed 5 3/4" in the pattern Chrysanthemum by Tiffany
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elysee Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Vermeil Gold Set of Nine Oyster Forks
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
Elysee by Puiforcat French sterling silver vermeil (completely gold washed) set of nine oyster
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 8 Gorham Mythologique Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks Multiple Monograms
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 Gorham sterling silver cocktail forks in the mythologique pattern. Marked: lion anchor G
Category
20th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 2 Gorham Mythologique Sterling Silver Pickle Forks, Multiple Monograms
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 2 Gorham Mythologique sterling silver pickle forks.
Mythologique is a multiple motif
Category
20th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cannes by Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Flatware Set of 4 Dinner Forks
By Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
Large and impressive Cannes by Puiforcat France sterling silver flatware set, dinner and Luncheon
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Hors d
Oerve / Condiment Fork 84B
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark sterling silver hors d'Oerve / condiment fork 84B. Marked: GEORG JENSEN in
Category
20th Century Danish Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Set of 8 Sterling Silver Palm Pie Forks with Engraving
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 antique sterling silver pie forks by Tiffany & Co. in the Palm pattern.
The Palm
Category
20th Century Unknown Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Shell and Thread by Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Pastry Fork 4-Tine
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Shell and Thread by Tiffany and Co sterling silver pastry fork four-tine, 5 7/8". It is not
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. 1878 Olympian Sterling Silver Cold Meat Fork, No Monogram
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co sterling silver cold meat fork in the Olympian 1878 pattern.
Olympian is an
Category
20th Century Unknown Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co Flemish Sterling Silver Cold Meat Fork
Vegetable Serving Spoon B
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver cold meat serving fork and vegetable serving spoon by Tiffany & Co in the Flemish
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Cold Meat Fork, 1919-1930
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen sterling silver blossom cold meat fork, 1919-1930.
Measures: 13 cm.
In very good
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Tableware
Elysee Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Vermeil Gold Set of 11 Fish Forks
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
Elysee by Puiforcat French sterling silver vermeil (completely Gold Washed) set of 11 Individual
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 7 Gorham Mythologique Sterling Silver Large Fish or Salad Forks Monograms
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 7 Gorham Mythologique sterling silver large fish or salad forks monograms.
Category
Early 20th Century American Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ten Elegant and Sterling Silver and Gilt Wash Cocktail or Serving Forks
Located in North Miami, FL
Twist and ball. All hallmarked sterling silver cocktail or serving forks. They are very sculptural
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver Forks For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of sterling silver forks available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct sterling silver forks — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Find 1421 antique and vintage sterling silver forks at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 103 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Sterling silver forks have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Sterling silver forks bearing Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Tiffany
Co., Georg Jensen and Johan Rohde each produced beautiful sterling silver forks that are worth considering.
How Much are Sterling Silver Forks?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $275, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $17,500 highest priced.
Finding the Right Sterling-silver for You
Dining and entertaining changed drastically when we began to set our tables with sterling silver for holiday gatherings, wedding receptions, engagement parties and, in some of today’s homes, everyday meals.
Often called the “Queen of metals,” silver has been universally adored for thousands of years. It is easy to see why it has always been sought after: It is durable, strong and beautiful. (Louis XIV had tables made entirely of silver.) Sterling silver is an alloy that is made of 92.5 percent silver — the “925” stamp that identifies sterling-silver jewelry refers to this number. The other 7.5 percent in sterling silver is typically sourced from copper.
Neoclassical-style sterling-silver goods in Europe gained popularity in the late 18th century — a taste for sterling-silver tableware as well as tea sets had taken shape — while in the United States, beginning in the 19th century, preparing the dinner table with sterling-silver flatware had become somewhat of a standard practice. Indeed, owning lots of silver goods during the Victorian era was a big deal. Back then, displaying fine silver at home was a status symbol for middle-class American families. And this domestic silver craze meant great profitability for legendary silversmith manufacturers such as Reed Barton, Gorham Manufacturing Company and the International Silver Company, which was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898, a major hub of silver manufacturing nicknamed “Silver City.”
Today, special occasions might call for ceremonial silver designed by Tiffany Co. or the seductive sterling-silver cutlery from remarkable Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, but there really doesn’t have to be an event on the calendar to trot out your finest tableware.
Event- and wedding-planning company maestro Tara Guérard says that some “investment pieces,” such as this widely enamored alloy, should see everyday use, and we’re inclined to agree.
“Sterling-silver flatware is a must-have that you can use every single day, even to eat cereal,” she says. “Personally, I want a sterling-silver goblet set for 12 to 20; I would use them every time I had a dinner party. Ultimately, there are no criteria for buying vintage pieces: Buy what you love, and make it work.”
Whether you’re thinking “ceremonial” or “cereal,” browse a versatile collection of vintage, new and antique sterling-silver wares on 1stDibs today.
Questions About Sterling Silver Forks
- 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.
- 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 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.
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Georg Jensen Spoon Fork
Lily By Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware
Reed And Barton Spoon
Reed Barton Spoon
Sterling Silver Fruit Forks
Antique Gorham Sterling Patterns
Buccellati Milano
Gorham Versailles Sterling
Mardi Cohen
Sterling Silver Pickle Fork
Antique Sterling Silver Pickle Fork
David Andersen Spoons