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Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Annecy Fork
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver fork in the Annecy pattern by Puiforcat of France.
The Annecy pattern is
Category
Early 20th Century French Tableware
Materials
Silver
Set of 6 Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver English King Forks
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 antique sterling silver forks by Tiffany & Co in the English King pattern.
No monogram
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 8 Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver English King Forks with Monogram
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 antique sterling silver forks by Tiffany & Co in the English King pattern.
Monogram
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Danish Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons, Design Style
By Anton Michelsen
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
featured hallmarks to the anterior surface.
The original sterling silver forks have three tines or
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Set of 2 Dominick
Haff Sterling Silver King Forks with Monogram
By Dominick
Haff
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 2 antique sterling silver forks in the King pattern by Dominick & Haff.
Dominick & Haff's
Category
Late 20th Century North American Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 3 Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver English King Forks with Monogram
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 3 antique sterling silver forks by Tiffany & Co in the English King pattern.
Monogram is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Serving Fork
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sterling silver serving fork is a great mix between sleek and ornate. The handle has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
By Francis Higgins
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
tail ornamentation to the reverse of the bowl
The original sterling silver forks have three tines
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Six Sterling Silver Figural "Labors of Cupid" Forks by Dominick
Haff
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Big Flats, NY
Set of 6 Sterling silver figural "Labors of Cupid" Dinner Forks by Dominick & Haff, the pattern
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Extra Large Carving Fork and Knife Set
By National Silver Company 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this sterling silver carving fork and knife set in the “Overture” pattern
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Francis I Serving Fork
By Reed
Barton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver serving fork in the Francis I pattern by Reed & Barton. Francis
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Frontenac Serving Fork
By International Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of the all time most beautiful patterns by the International Silver Company. Drawing on the Art
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acorn Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, Three Forks
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen acorn dinner fork in sterling silver. Three pieces in stock.
Measure: Length 18.5 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Continental Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, 10 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Continental dinner fork in sterling silver. 10 forks are available.
Length: 19.5 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Continental Lunch Fork in Sterling Silver, Two Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Continental lunch fork in sterling silver. Two forks are available.
Measure: Length
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Caravel Pastry Fork in Sterling Silver, 13 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Caravel pastry fork in sterling silver. 13 Forks are available.
Length: 14.5 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acanthus Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, 11 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Acanthus dinner fork in sterling silver.
11 forks available.
Length: 18.1 cm.
Stamped
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acanthus Fish Fork in Sterling Silver, 18 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Acanthus fish fork in sterling silver. 18 forks are available.
Length: 17 cm.
In
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acorn Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, Six Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Acorn dinner fork in sterling silver. Six forks are available.
Length: 19 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acanthus Lunch Fork in Sterling Silver, 6 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen acanthus lunch fork in sterling silver. 6 forks available.
Measure: Length 16.6 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Caravel Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver. Three Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Caravel dinner fork in sterling silver. Three forks are available.
Length: 18.8 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Caravel Fish Fork in Sterling Silver, 13 Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Caravel fish fork in sterling silver. 13 forks are available.
Length: 16.5 cm
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Irish Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons (1771-1820)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver forks have three tines/prongs.
The posterior surface of each silver spoon has a rounded
Category
Antique 1820s Irish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Sterling Silver Hanoverian Dinner Forks
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1757-1810, London, assembled set of 6 sterling silver Hanoverian dinner forks. 4-Tine. En verso 5
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Other Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Old Danish Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, Two Forks Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Old Danish dinner fork in sterling silver. Two forks are available.
In very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid dinner fork in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid dinner fork in sterling silver.
Stamped with 1933-1944 hallmark.
In perfect
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Continental Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen continental dinner fork in sterling silver. Three forks are available.
Measures
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Continental Fish Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen continental fish fork in sterling silver.
Measures: Length 17 cm.
Stamped.
In
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Parallel, Meat Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen parallel. Meat fork in sterling silver.
Measures: 19.3 cm.
In very good condition
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid, dinner fork in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid, dinner fork in sterling silver.
Marked with 1915-1932 hallmark.
Dated 1933
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Cactus Salad Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Cactus salad fork in sterling silver. 12 pcs in stock.
Designer: Gundorph Albertus
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid. Carving fork in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid.
Carving fork in sterling silver.
Hallmark: After 1944.
In excellent condition
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Six Sterling Silver Hanoverian Luncheon Forks
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1834 to 20th century assembled set of 6 sterling silver Hanoverian luncheon forks, London. Not
Category
Antique 19th Century Other Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Hors D
oeuvre Forks
By James Wakely
Frank Clarke Wheeler
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver hors d'oeuvre fork
Category
Antique 1890s British Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Serving Fork by A. Stowell
Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling silver serving fork marked A. Stowell & Company out of Boston. This beautiful serving fork
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Circa 1880 Set of 6 Sterling Silver Dinner Forks in "King" by Dominick
Haff
By Dominick
Haff, Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 sterling silver dinner forks "King" pattern by Dominick & Haff. Heavy grade. Pattern of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen, Caravel, meat fork in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen, Caravel, meat fork in sterling silver.
Modernist and sleek design.
Designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid dinner fork in sterling silver.
Measure: Length: 18 cm.
In excellent
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid Meat Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid meat fork in sterling silver.
Length: 20 cm.
In excellent condition
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Six Georg Jensen Continental Pastry Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Six Georg Jensen Continental pastry forks in sterling silver.
Measure: Length: 14.2 cm.
Stamped
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Christening Set with, Fork and Spoon in Sterling Silver
Located in Paris, FR
Christening set in French sterling silver composed of 3 pieces: 1 cup, 1 fork, and 1 spoon.
Very
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Baroque Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acorn Roast Fork in All Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Acorn roast fork in all sterling silver.
Measures: Length 22.7 cm.
In very good
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Twelve Georg Jensen "Cactus" Pastry Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Twelve Georg Jensen "Cactus" pastry forks in sterling silver.
Designer: Gundorph Albertus.
Length
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid, two dinner forks in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Pyramid, a set of two dinner forks in sterling silver.
Stamped with post-1944 hallmark
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen serving fork with openwork foliage. Sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen serving fork with openwork foliage. Sterling silver.
No 21.
Hallmark around 1920.
In
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acorn Cold Meat Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Acorn cold meat fork in sterling silver.
Measure: Length: 16.5 cm.
In excellent
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Eight Georg Jensen Acorn Oyster Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Eight Georg Jensen Acorn oyster forks in sterling silver.
Measures: Length 14.5 cm.
In very good
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acorn Salad Serving Fork in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen acorn salad serving fork in sterling silver.
Measure: Length 22.5 cm.
Stamped.
In
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Two Georg Jensen Acanthus Children
s Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Two Georg Jensen Acanthus children's forks in sterling silver.
Measures: Length 14.2 cm.
Stamped
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen, Caravel, dinner fork in sterling silver. 1960s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen, Caravel, a dinner fork in sterling silver.
Modernist and sleek design.
Designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hans Hansen Silver Cutlery, Twelve "Susanne" Cake Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hans Hansen silver cutlery. Twelve "Susanne" cake forks in sterling silver. Danish design, mid-20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Two Georg Jensen Caravel Roast Forks in Sterling Silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Two Georg Jensen Caravel roast forks in sterling silver.
Measure: Length: 21 cm.
Stamped.
In
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Rope Dinner Fork in Sterling Silver, Two Forks Are Available
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Rope dinner fork in sterling silver. Two forks are available.
Measure: Length: 19.5
Category
Vintage 1910s Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Sterling Fork and Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
There is a row of roses on each side of the handle. This set is ideal for serving fish, meat or poultry. Large and very substantial they will quickly become your favorite serving pie...
Category
Antique 1880s German Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
$540 / set
Georg Jensen Old Danish dinner fork in sterling silver.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen Old Danish dinner fork in sterling silver.
Marked with post-1945 mark and English
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen, Viking, ten lunch forks in 830 silver and sterling silver
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen, Viking, a set of ten lunch forks in 830 silver and sterling silver.
Four forks with
Category
Vintage 1910s Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Seven Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Oyster Forks by Wallace
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Seven sterling silver oyster forks, Art Nouveau, by Wallace, "Violet" pattern of 1904. Monogram "F
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau 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.
- 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.
- 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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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