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Set of 6 Geo 111 Irish Old English Silver Dessert Forks, 1827, Dublin
By Charles Marsh
Located in London, GB
Set of 6 Geo 111 Irish Old English Silver Dessert Forks, 1827, Dublin
Made by Charles Marsh who
Category
Antique 1820s Irish George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Twelve Sterling Silver Buffet Forks
By International Silver
Located in Vancouver, BC
Just in time for Christmas. A good set of Twelve double struck Sterling Silver Buffet Forks. The
Category
Vintage 1960s American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver and Mother of Pearl Childs Knife Fork and Spoon Set, 1867
By Hilliard
Thomason
Located in London, GB
Victorian silver and mother of pearl childs knife fork and spoon set, 1867
Made by Hilliard
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Jesmond Pattern Silver Cake Forks in Box, Dated 1924, Sheffield Assay
Located in London, GB
Set of 6 Jesmond pattern silver cake forks in box, dated 1924, sheffield assay
Perfect for a tea
Category
Vintage 1920s English Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Vintage Cake Fork #044
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen cactus vintage cake fork #044. Measures: 15 cm / 5 29/32 inches.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cold Meat Fork in the Acorn Pattern
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Acorn by Georg Jensen. Two tyne, sterling silver cold meat serving fork.
Measures: 8" long, 20cm
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
DUTCH SIVER SAILING SHIP FORK
Located in Essex, MA
A Dutch silver fork, circa 1904, with handle in the form of a sailing ship with sailor
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Set of Twelve Silver and Bone Fish Knives and Forks
Located in New York, NY
Set of Twelve Solid Silver and Bone Fish Knives and Forks
Category
Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Bone
Puiforcat Antique French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 18 Pieces Pompadour
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
, Puiforcat belongs to the famous luxury Hermes Group.
Measures :
Six French sterling silver dinner forks 8"4
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
William Spratling Rosewood Carving Set - Fork and Knife
By William Spratling
Located in Mexico City, D.F.
Rosewood and Sterling carving set by William Spratling, eagle 30 mark. The knife blade steel is
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set
Serving Pieces, Moderne
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee for the forks, spoons, soup
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Steel
Lapparra Fabulous French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 18 Pieces Empire Torch
By Antoine Lapparra 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
consists of a three pieces place setting for six with : six sterling silver dinner forks, six sterling
Category
Antique 1890s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver and Gilt Boxed Set with Pearl Handles, 36 Pcs
Located in New York, NY
36 piece set, in fitted case. 12 knives & 12 forks with sterling silver vermeil blades and pearl
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Caravel Child
s Fork
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver caravel child's fork.
Measures 14.7 cm(5 25/32 in).
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Pickle Fork
Located in London, GB
Sterling silver pickle fork, Sheffield silver, circa 1969.
This Pickle Fork is an exact copy of
Category
Vintage 1960s Serving Pieces
Exceptional Quality, Sterling Silver, Serving Knife
Fork
By George Adams
Located in New York, NY
A superb sterling silver serving knife & fork. The blades beautifully hand pierced & hand engraved
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Shiebler Dallas Museum Sterling Silver Sardine Fork
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a fine circa 1880 sterling silver sardine fork by George Shiebler, of New York, in
Category
Antique 19th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
For your Dinner Table -12 Sterling Napkin Rings All Unique
Located in Stamford, CT
Just in time and perfect for your holiday dinner table! These antique sterling silver napkin rings
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Art Deco English Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 sterling silver cocktail forks with devil tops, hallmarked Birmingham, England, 1930
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid Sterling Silver Child Fork No 015
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Pyramid Sterling Silver Child Fork No 015.
Measures 14,1cm / 5.55 inch.
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Meat Fork No 121A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver pyramid meat fork no 121A.
Measures: L 23 cm(9.05 in).
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Acorn by Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Dessert /Luncheon Fork
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Acorn by Georg Jensen. Sterling silver dessert/luncheon fork. 6.50" long. We have four available
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany Medallion Gorham Sterling Silver Meat Fork 1870
Located in New York, NY
PLEASE VISIT LAUREN STANLEY IN NEW YORK
A fine circa 1870 sterling silver meat fork
Category
Antique 19th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
12 Rarest Aguilar Aztec Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks, circa 1950
By Hector Aguilar
Located in New York, NY
Being offered are twelve circa 1950 (12) exceedingly rare sterling silver cocktail forks by Hector
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Copper Brass Mixed Metal 12 Forks
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a fine set of twelve (12) circa 1880 sterling silver, copper and brass forks
Category
American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Elsinore Cold Cuts Fork No 144
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver elsinore cold cuts fork No 144.
Measures 15 cm(5 29/32 in).
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Anton Michelsen Commemorative Fork in Gilded Sterling Silver from 1915
By Anton Michelsen, Hans Tegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Anton Michelsen commemorative fork in gilded sterling silver from 1915.
For the occation of
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early 20th cent. Tiffany
Co. sterling silver serving fork
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
An early 20th century Tiffany & Co. sterling silver pierced serving fork monogramed "R"
Category
Early 20th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Acorn by Georg Jensen, Sterling Silver Two-Tine Meat Fork
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver. Measures: 9" long.
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Aesthetic Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks with Bats - Set of 12
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a fine circa 1873 sterling silver set of 12 cocktail forks by Gorham, of
Category
Antique 19th Century American Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling silver "Old Baronial" pattern serving fork
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A Gorham sterling silver "old Baronial" pattern , pierced serving fork. 1898 patent. conjoined
Category
Early 20th Century American Serving Pieces
ONE-OF-A-KIND, Rarest 12 Aguilar Aztec Sterling Silver Pie Forks, circa 1950
By Hector Aguilar
Located in New York, NY
Being offered are twelve exceedingly rare sterling silver pie forks by Hector Aguilar of Taxco
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rarest Aguilar Sterling Ice Cream Forks/Spoons, Aztec Pattern
By Hector Aguilar
Located in New York, NY
Being offered are six (6) exceedingly rare sterling silver ice cream spoons by Hector Aguilar of
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
12 Black Starr
Frost sterling silver hors d
oeuvre forks
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A set of 12 balck Starr & Frost hors d'oeuvre forks.. conjoined monogram.
Category
Early 20th Century American Serving Pieces
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Fork
By Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
sterling silver by Georg Jensen. In nice whole condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Neoclassical Porcelain
Materials
Sterling Silver
A George III Telescopic Silver Toasting Fork By The Thomas Weeks
By Thomas Weeks, George Cowels
Located in New York, NY
A rare and unusual sterling silver extending telescopic toasting fork with silver stamp of George
Category
Antique 19th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Child Spoon
Fork Set
Located in New York, NY
Every child should start with the best. Why not yours ?
Category
20th Century Italian Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
1970s English Mother of Pearl Sterling Knife
Fork Set- 16 Pieces
By Sheffield
Located in Pasadena, CA
English Mother Of Pearl Sterling, Sheffield England EP-A1 Knives and Forks. Set of 16 pieces, there
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Rare Large Sterling Serving Fork
Spoon by Antonio Pineda
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in Los Angeles, CA
silversmith, in the 1940's. They are heavy hand hammered and hand wrought sterling silver. While more
Category
20th Century Mexican Serving Pieces
Jean Puiforcat 1926 "Cabourg" 6 Dessert Fork and Spoon
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jean Puiforcat 1926 "Cabourg"
6 dessert fork and spoon 3 forks and 3 spoons
Monogram
Design
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Mixed Metals Sterling Silver Flatware For 8 - 2 Available
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1880 sterling silver and other metals flatware set by
Category
Antique 19th Century American Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Antik Pattern Table Forks
By Georg Jensen
Located in London, GB
A pair of sterling silver ANTIK pattern table forks(o/mkd London 1936)by Georg Jensen,185mm in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Tableware
$260 / set
Emilia Castillo Taxco Sterling Silver Abalone Fish Motif 36 Piece Flatware Set
By Emilia Castillo
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a fine circa 1990 sterling silver dinner - luncheon set by Emilia Castillo, of
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Melon Carvers by Francis Higgins, London, 1860
By Francis Higgins
Located in London, GB
Decorative and unusual sterling silver knife and fork used by the Victorians for carving melon
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Tableware
Materials
Silver
12 Japanese Luncheon Forks Wood
Hughes 1880
Located in New York, NY
Set of circa 1880 sterling silver luncheon forks by Wood & Hughes, of New York, in the exotic and
Category
Antique 19th Century American Serving Pieces
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Fork and Spoon Serving Set #83
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sterling silver fork and spoon servers designed by Georg Jensen (1866-1935) in 1914 with
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Flatware 18 pc Pompadour, New Stainless Blades
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Group
Measures:
Six French sterling silver forks 6"9 (17.5 cm).
Six French sterling silver spoons
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
English Kings Pattern, Sterling Silver Fish Knives
Forks, All Sterling
Located in New York, NY
English, sterling silver, fish knives and forks in the ever popular kings pattern. Made as one
Category
20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acadia Lunch Fork #022
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Acadia lunch fork #022. Measures 16.6 cm / 6 17/32 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cypress Lobster Fork #065
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver cypress lobster fork #065. Measures 19.5 cm / 7 43/64 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Continental Fish Serving Fork
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Continental Fish Serving Fork. Measures 22.7 cm / 8 15/16 in. From
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Moise Rare French Sterling Silver Oyster Forks Set, Poppie
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1 st titre on the handles for 950/1000 French Sterling silver guarantee. Silver
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver Plate
Georg Jensen Continental Sterling Silver Lobster Fork No 065
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Continental sterling silver lobster fork No 065. Measures: 18.7 cm / 7 3/8 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Coignet Antique French All Sterling Silver Oyster Forks Original Box
By Louis Coignet 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Coignet antique French all sterling silver Oyster Forks set of six pieces original box.
Head of
Category
Antique 1890s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Kings Pattern, Sterling Silver Fish Knives
Forks, Mappin
Webb, 24 Pieces
By Mappin
Webb
Located in New York, NY
English, Sterling Silver, Fish Knives & Fish Forks For 12 People In The Kings Pattern. Made By
Category
Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Masterpiece French All Sterling Silver Serving Fork 9"5 Mascaron
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Puiforcat Masterpiece French All Sterling Silver Serving Fork 9"5 Mascaron, Renaissance
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
James Robinson, Sterling Silver 12 Pair, Fish Knives and Forks, 24 Pieces
By James Robinson 1
Located in New York, NY
Solid sterling silver set of fish knives and forks, made in London by James Robinson. The handles
Category
20th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver
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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