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Cushion Shaped Cufflinks Structured Lines 925 Sterling Silver
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Cushion shaped Victor Mayer Structured lines Cufflinks 925 Sterling Silver, dimensions approx. 17
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Haara Oval Red Garnet Ring Leaves Leaf Floral Bloom Detail Gold Silver
By German Kabirski
Located in Bozeman, MT
Haara Red Garnet Ring, Size 8 (US), by German Kabirski elk & HAMMER  We swear it was a completely
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

Fluted Rectangular Cufflinks in Solid 925 Sterling Silver
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fluted Rectangular Cufflinks in Solid 925 Sterling Silver, Rhodium Plated, 11.5 mm x 17 mm by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Fluted Rectangular Cufflinks in Solid 925 Sterling Silver
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fluted Rectangular Cufflinks in Solid 925 Sterling Silver, Rhodium Plated by Victor Mayer, 19 mm x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Bamboo Brooch Triptyque by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary triptych sculptural brooch, made of sterling silver, is part of the Bamboo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Modernist German Mother of Pearl and Garnet Silver Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning modernist ring with garnets and mother of pearl on sterling silver by a German Designer
Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Bamboo Brooches Set Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary sculptural set of brooches, made of sterling silver, is part of the Bamboo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Bamboo Brooch in Sterling Silver by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
brooches to be worn together in the style of Chinese characters. It is available in both silver and gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Blue Guilloché Enamel Round Cufflinks
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Made from Sterling Silver, these cufflinks are contemporary in style with a dash of blue colour
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Angel Motif Sterling Silver Snuff Box
Located in Vienna, AT
This beautiful snuff box is made from sterling silver. The lid and sides are covered in an
Category

Early 20th Century German Empire Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Red Guilloché Enamel Oval Cufflinks
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Made from sterling silver, these cufflinks are the perfect mix of contemporary style with a dash of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Contemporary Bamboo Brooches Set Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary triptych sculptural brooch, made of sterling silver, is part of the Bamboo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tanja Friedrichs Sterling Silver Five Row Loope Band Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Five Loope Ring hand-fabricated in Germany by metalsmith and maker Tanja Friedrichs in sterling
Category

2010s German Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Stud Earrings Fig with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
sterling silver. They feature two round, natural diamonds and were chosen by actress Anne Ratte-Polle for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Lavender Contemporary Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Lavender contemporary pendant is made of sterling silver. This jewellery by the artist flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver

Large Holy waterfont In Sterling Silver, 19th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
Holy font in solid silver, hallmarked with 800 Holy font height 31 cm, width 19.5 cm, with rear
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Ring with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Magnolia Flower contemporary cocktail ring is in sterling silver with an oval copper-bearing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Silver, Sterling Silver

German Pforzheim 1910 Art Nouveau Guilloche Enamel Box 935 Sterling With Flowers
Located in Miami, FL
the assay of the .935 sterling silver. Guilloché Is a term used in fine jewelry or objets de vertu
Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

German Pforzheim 1910 Edwardian Guilloché Blue Enamel Round Box In .935 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
, created in Pforzheim Germany, with Edwardian neo classical patterns, circa 1910. This beautiful, oversized
Category

Vintage 1910s German Edwardian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Juniper Contemporary Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper brooch is crafted from sterling silver, making it a unique and special
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, White Gold

Sterling Silver Juniper Contemporary Men s Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper men's brooch is crafted from sterling silver, making it a unique and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Celestial Dancer pendant necklace is made of sterling silver with a pear cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Blue Zircon, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Louis Kuppenheim Silver Vermeil Vanity Case with Dog Motif, Germany
By Louis Kuppenheim
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Louis Kuppenheim Silver & Vermeil Vanity Case with Dog Motif, Germany, ca. 1910–1925 Refined early
Category

20th Century German Other Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Summer Fig Brooch with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Fig Collection brooch is made of sterling silver and features a hand-cut dark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Clip-on Figs Earrings
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These Fig Fruits clip-on earrings are in sterling silver. They were featured in Vogue UA review
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco pendant necklace is made of sterling silver and features a large 15x15x8 mm vivid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Topazes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The sterling silver Plum Blossom Modern style Pendant Necklace features 5 round natural topazes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco pendant necklace is made of sterling silver and features a large 15x15x8 mm vivid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Winter Garden Juniper Contemporary Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gift for the Christmas season. As sterling silver is a soft material, it should be handled with care
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Theodor Fahrner Jugendstil Amethyst Sterling Silver Brooch Pin
By Theodor Fahrner
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Fahrner oval Brooch, center set with two amethysts, surrounded by
Category

Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Australian Boulder Opal Necklace Sterling Silver Pendant 15.7ct gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant 925 solid sterling silver pendant featuring a stunning natural Boulder Opal weighing 15.7
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Contemporary Bamboo Brooch in Sterling Silver by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary silver brooch is part of the Bamboo collection, designed by Berlin-based oil
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Germany 1920 Art Deco Carved Carnelian Buddha Brooch in Sterling and Marcasite
Located in Miami, FL
, the mark for the assay of the silver and signed, "STERLING GERMANY". Collateral: It is accompanied by
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Marcasite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Bindweed sterling silver pendant necklace belongs to the Blossom jewellery collection, which was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Men Contemporary Juniper Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary men's Juniper brooch is made of sterling silver and features three round diamonds
Category

2010s German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Designer Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
, set in sterling silver. The Ink collection, designed by Berlin-based oil painter Polya Medvedeva, was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Chamberstick / Candleholder Hippocampus / Seahorse, 1837 Munich, Germany
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Silver Chamberstick / candleholder hippocampus / seahorse, circa 1837 Munich, Germany. This silver
Category

Antique 1830s German Early Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Architectural Contemporary Bracelet with Natural Chalcedonies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Medvedeva. The Art Deco style Architectural bracelet is crafted from sterling silver and adorned with seven
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Executive T Clip Ballpoint Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine T Clip Executive ballpoint pen. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Together with its
Category

20th Century German Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Bindweed sterling silver pendant necklace belongs to the Blossom jewellery collection, which was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Cocktail Ring with Lavender Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary cocktail ring features a Magnolia Flower design, crafted from sterling silver and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Silver

Victor Mayer Hallmark polished turtle Cufflinks in 925 Sterling Silver
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Hallmark polished turtle Cufflinks in 925 Sterling Silver VICTOR MAYER is a fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Gold Detailing White Guilloché Enamel Buckle
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An elegant antique sterling silver buckle exquisitely decorated with white guilloché enamel and
Category

Early 20th Century German Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Big Boulder Opal Sterling Silver Ring October Birthstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Fine quality big Boulder Opal ring in silver ring size - 8.5 US / 58 EU / 18.5 weight of the Opal
Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

Giant Cut Glass Sterling Silver Inkwell
Located in Vienna, AT
A very nice example of a large glass inkwell with silver marked lid with a hallmark ingraved. To
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Winter Garden Juniper Contemporary Brooch by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gift for the Christmas season. As sterling silver is a soft material, it should be handled with care
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Architectural Bracelet with Dark Smoky Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This designer jewellery arcthitectural bracelet is in sterling silver with seven 15x15x3 mm smoky
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Men s Contemporary Juniper Sculptural Brooch Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This men's contemporary Juniper Sculptural brooch is made of sterling silver. Its unique and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Winter Garden Sterling Silver Contemporary Juniper Brooch Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Juniper brooch is made of sterling silver and has an unusual shape that makes it
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Contemporary Sterling Silver Fig Cocktail Ring by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This limited edition "Figs on the Leaf" cocktail ring is crafted from sterling silver. It was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Dimensional Dangle Earrings with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
featured in Harper's Bazaar UA and Vogue UA publications. These dangle earrings are made of sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Film Award Iris Contemporary Sculptural Stud Earrings
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
are actually larger in size and fit comfortably when worn. Crafted from sterling silver, they exude a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver

Sterling Silver Ink Contemporary Ring with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
collection. The ring is made of silver and features a 15x15x8mm smoky quartz in whiskey or cognac color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tanja Friedrichs Cognac Diamond Discs Sterling Silver Band Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Discs Ring hand-fabricated by jewelry maker Tanja Friedrichs in white sterling silver with five
Category

2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver

Sterling Silver Magnolia Contemporary Ring with Natural Zircon
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Magnolia Flower cocktail ring is a stunning piece of contemporary jewelry, made of sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Zircon, Blue Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bamboo Garden Pendant in Sterling Silver N3 by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary jewellery silver pendant was designed originally as a brooch and a part of Bamboo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Very Large Antique Sterling Silver Ship Model - Hallmarked in 1925 - Silver Nef
By Thomas Callow Son
Located in London, London
This superb example of a sterling silver Nef carries import marks for London, 1925 by Thomas Callow
Category

Vintage 1920s German Renaissance Revival Nautical Objects

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although 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, 2022
    Sterling 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.