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German Kabirski Danae Handcrafted Sapphire Ruby Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sterling silver, giving the earrings a two-tone frame that matches the raw mix of pinks and reds. The long
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Takhi Natural Ruby Silver Titanium Mesh Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These bold, large earrings feature an artful blend of 925 sterling silver and titanium mesh
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Titanium

German Kabirski Liora Oval Cut Chrome Diopside Asymmetric Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Skin Gemstones: Chrome Diopside Plating: Sterling 925 Silver, Anti Tarnish Width 18/22 mm Length 40
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Titanium

German Kabirski Veldt Oxidized Silver Ring with Organic Wrinkled Texture
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sterling silver, its organic wrinkled texture mimics the cracked earth, aged bark, or fabric worn by time
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Phalanx Rugged Silver Ring with Claw-Like Structure
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This 925 sterling silver ring, shaped like a claw, feels as though it was forged in the depths of
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Netta Minimalist Silver Titanium Mesh Adjustable Band Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Nickel-Free, Hypoallergenic, Safe for Sensitive Skin Plating: Sterling 925 Silver, Anti Tarnish Width 12
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Titanium

German Kabirski Vexor Unisex Raw Texture 925 Silver Rivet Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
unpredictable, chaotic texture. Crafted from 925 sterling silver, the design feels almost deconstructed, as if
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Gaiete Raw Ruby Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sterling silver and plated with 18K gold, it is nickel-free, hypoallergenic, and safe for everyday wear. A
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bremer German 800 Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon "W" Mono 58 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
master butter, 7 5/8". One pickle fork, 2-tine, 7 1/2". One salad serving set, all-silver, 8 1/4". One
Category

Antique 19th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Esker Handmade Silver Ring with a Sculptural Effect
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
handmade silver band features a sculptural, layered effect, as if metal has been naturally shaped by
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Boreas Singular Edition Green Sapphires Silver Pendant
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Boreas pendant is an irregular oval form built from silver with black ruthenium and gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Lithos Raw Tsavorite Gold Plated Silver Necklace
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
through a clean, linear composition. Made from 925 sterling silver plated with 14K gold and protected with
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

1920s Germany Sterling Silver Pin Wheel Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Eye-catching Art Deco brooch Hand-made in Germany circa 1920s. Constructed in solid sterling silver
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique German Sterling Silver Sugar Box (1927)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique German sterling silver sugar box modelled in the form
Category

Vintage 1920s German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Pyra Raw Ruby Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, density, and visual impact. Crafted by hand from 14K gold plated sterling silver, it features a bold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Cyrene Raw Ruby Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ruby crystals are fused directly into a 14K gold plated sterling silver band. Instead of traditional
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate

German Kabirski Raw Tsavorite Gold Plated Silver Gaiete Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
: 925 Sterling Silver, Nickel-Free, Hypoallergenic Plating: 18K Gold Gemstone: Raw Tsavorite Green
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

German Kabirski Gaiete Raw Ruby White Rhodium Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
that contrasts organic texture with refined minimalism. Crafted from 925 sterling silver with white
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

German Kabirski Jaal Lightweight Natural Raw Ruby Silver Titanium Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elegant and unique, these designer earrings combine 925 sterling silver with titanium mesh for a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Titanium

German Kabirski Tartine Raw Pink Sapphire Wide Band Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
: Rough Pink Sapphire Plating: Sterling 925 Silver, Anti Tarnish Width 10 mm Band wide 10 mm Length 21 mm
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Nota Singular Edition Raw Sapphires Silver Pendant
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Nota pendant has an irregular, organic shape formed from silver with a mix of ruthenium and 14K
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Corvina Natural Raw Ruby Open Band Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This open band ring in rugged 925 sterling silver feels alive, as if it's still growing from the
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Kelea Rough Garnet Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
surface texture. Each garnet is connected with silver using German Kabirski’s stained-glass technique, a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Haara Flower Motif Blue Topaz Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
black, gold, and red garnet. Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Gemstones: Blue Topaz Plating: White Rhodium
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

German Kabirski Danae Handcrafted Raw Sapphire Ruby Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
never been touched by a cutter. The stones are held in sterling silver finished with a mix of gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Oread One Of A Kind Topaz Silver Pendant
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oread is a single, handmade disc pendant in textured 925 sterling silver. At the center sits a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Verina Peridot Asymmetric Gold Plated Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
 Pendant and Ring, they truly an completely express their powerful presence. Metal: 925 Silver Gemstones
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Erebus Singular Edition Egoist Sapphire Ruby Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Erebus Egoist ring has a woven, textured barrel shape forged in silver plated with ruthenium
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Arven Raw Tsavorite Gold Plated Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
from 925 silver and plated in 18K gold, they feature a slightly irregular, pear-shaped silhouette that
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

German Kabirski Lithos Natural Raw Rubies Gold Plated Silver Necklace
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sterling silver plated with 14K gold. Each ruby is left completely unpolished, showcasing its natural
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Lithos Raw Natural Spessartine Gold-Plated Silver Necklace
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, also known as Mandarin garnet, arranged along a linear structure. Crafted from 925 sterling silver
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Calvina Skull Motif Asymmetric Natural Amethyst Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sterling silver with anthracite and 18K gold plating, each piece is intentionally unique - a mirrored form
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Tartine Raw Tsavorite Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Tartine ring blends clean minimalism with striking natural texture. Made from 925 silver with
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

German Kabirski Lithos Raw Mixed Sapphires Gold-Plated Silver Necklace
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The necklace features a slim, linear construction in 925 silver, plated with 14K gold. A line of
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Tartine Raw Spessartine Garnet Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Tartine ring is all about bold design and unapologetic texture. Crafted from 925 sterling
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Fench Sterling Silver Rococo Revival Fish Serving Fork Knife Cutlery
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
the original box. Manufacturer: unknown, probably Germany Age: ca. 1880 Marks: unmarked Material
Category

Antique 19th Century German Rococo Revival Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

German Kabirski Arven Raw Ruby Anthracite Gold Plated Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, structure and spontaneity. Handcrafted from 925 sterling silver, they’re plated in a bold mix of deep
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Tarina Handcrafted Raw Sapphire Gold Plated Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
and connected in sterling silver, then finished with 14K gold plating to add gentle warmth without
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Crux Raw Rubies Gold Plated Silver Cross Pendant
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Crux pendant takes a classic form and turns it on its head. Crafted from 925 silver, plated
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Arven Raw Spessartine Garnet Gold Plated Silver Earrings
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Arven earrings are made for contrast. Handcrafted in 925 silver and fully plated in 18K gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Vayu Singular Edition Pearl Pink Sapphire Silver Pendant
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
intentionally broken, open, and in motion. The metal is 925 silver plated with white rhodium, with solid 9K gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Nuada Singular Edition Pink Sapphires Garnet Silver Pendant
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
structure that feels more like a sketch in metal than a solid block. It is handcrafted from 925 silver
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Grotel Blue Topaz Black Rhodium 925 Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
natural Blue Topaz is orthorhombic. Structure is essential for design. Metal: 925 Silver Gemstones: Blue
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Thunder Raw Sapphire, Ruby, Tsavorite Chrysoberyl Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meet the Thunder Ring a bold barrel silhouette made in 925 sterling silver and plated with 18K gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, St...

Silver Saucière, Italy, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Silver Saucière realized by Italian manufacture in 1990, and dated 1997. Silver 925,, hallmark on
Category

1990s German Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Saucière, Italy, 1990s
Silver Saucière, Italy, 1990s
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German Kabirski Livia Iconic Raw Ruby Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
from the one shown in the picture, reflecting the irregular shape of the gemstone. Metal: 925 Silver
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique German Sterling Silver Owl Sugar Box 1907
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique German cast sterling silver owl sugar box; part of
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Surya Singular Edition Citrine Green Sapphire Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
piece that feels active, breathing, and grounded in natural color. The ring is crafted in silver plated
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling...

German Kabirski Eartha Iconic Design Blue Topaz Black Rhodium Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dazzling blue topaz pierces the top of this black rhodium plated silver ring. It is ringed again
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Otthild Iconic Natural Blue Topaz Gold-Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Silver Gemstones: Blue Topaz Plating: All Gold Width 20 mm Band wide 14 mm Length 25 mm Weight 7.24 g
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique German Sterling Silver Table Owl
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique cast German sterling silver table owl; part of our
Category

Vintage 1910s German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

German Kabirski Livia Iconic Raw Blue Sapphire Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Livia Sapphire Ring is one of German Kabirski’s most demanded and iconic pieces. Raw
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Nedrila Iconic Design Blues Sapphire Gold Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
middle making a bold statement of sheer beauty. Metal: 925 Silver Stone Blue Sapphire Plating: 18K Gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Silver, Rhodium, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau/Jugenstil Sterling Flatware Set
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1900-05, .800 Silver, Franz Bahner, Germany. This 84-piece solid silver flatware set was made
Category

Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Kabirski Rhea Raw Rubies Cultured Pearl Gold-Plated Silver Ring
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Handmade from 925 sterling silver and plated with 18K gold, the open, spiral band wraps around the finger
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

Antique German Sterling Silver Presentation / Table Bird Ornaments
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive pair of antique German sterling silver presentation ornaments in
Category

20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Style Continental Silver .800 Centerpiece
By M.T. Wetzlar
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical style, Continental Silver (.800) centerpiece, Germany, Ca. 1915, M.T. Wetzlar - maker
Category

Vintage 1910s German Neoclassical Centerpieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Germany For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sterling silver Germany you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every sterling silver Germany was constructed with great care. Find 592 options for an antique or vintage sterling silver Germany now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a sterling silver Germany — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver Germany is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made sterling silver Germany has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bruckmann Söhne, Koch Bergfeld and Berthold Muller are consistently popular.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Germany?

The average selling price for a sterling silver Germany at 1stDibs is $2,113, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $85,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Sterling Silver Germany
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Opinions 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A 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, 2023
    Sterling 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 ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The 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, 2024
    Sterling 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.