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Antique Sterling Silver Bread Dish
By Manoah Rhodes
Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bread dish; an
Category
Early 20th Century English Georgian Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage English Sterling Silver Cross Ornament
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional vintage sterling silver table ornament has been modelled in the form of a Latin
Category
Vintage 1960s British Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Fruit Dishes
By Walker
Hall
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
shaped rim of each sterling silver dish is ornamented with fine embossed scrolling leaf foliate designs
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Serving Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
$2,749 / set
Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Tazzas Centrepieces
By John Samuel Hunt
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
centre of each vessel features a hallmarked sterling silver panel, ornamented with engraved decoration
Category
Antique 1850s British Victorian Centerpieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Tray
By William Stroud
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
border of this antique sterling silver tray with handles is ornamented with applied gadroon decoration to
Category
Antique Early 1800s British George III Platters and Serveware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Design Style Sterling Silver Teapot
By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, ornamented with sterling silver elongated cylindrical sockets, all in the Design style; the upper socket
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 1843 English Sterling Silver Wine Ewer
By Samuel Hayne
Dudley Cater
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
magnificent cast sterling silver elevated handle ornamented with large scrolling leaf designs and
Category
Antique 1840s British Victorian Pitchers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle
By Edward Barnard
Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver scrolling handle ornamented with impressive cast S-scroll, leaf decorated terminals
Category
Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Fox Ornament (1991)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver presentation ornament has been realistically modelled in the form of a fox on a wooden
Category
1990s English Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Tea Service - Sheffield England
By Jenkins
Timm
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
lower portion.
The cream jug and sugar bowl have plain angular sterling silver handles ornamented
Category
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Three Piece Tea Service
By Fenton Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fitted with sterling silver handles, each ornamented with impressive applied bead decoration to the
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive hallmarked sterling silver scrolling handle ornamented with a plain handpiece, accented with large
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Sterling Silver Fruit/Dessert Service
By Mappin
Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, terminating at the original sterling silver ferrules ornamented with plain embossed bands.
Each knife and
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Bird Table Ornament
By Tane Orfebres
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Mexican sterling silver bird model; an addition to our
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Animal Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
House of Sol Pentagon Wood and Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
silver ornaments.
- Necklace length is 45 cm (17.7 inches), crafted to drape beautifully and bring a
Category
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
House of Sol Wood and Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
silver ornaments.
- Necklace length is 45 cm (17.7 inches), perfectly designed to sit elegantly at the
Category
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
House of Sol Light Wood and Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
silver ornaments.
- Necklace length is 45 cm (17.7 inches), crafted to drape beautifully and bring a
Category
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
Antique English Sterling Silver Two Handled Tea Tray
By Thomas Bradbury
Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver two-handled tea tray
Category
Vintage 1910s English Other Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique George III Sterling Silver Wine Cooler
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cover.
The cast sterling silver torus-shaped cover is ornamented with large floral and foliate
Category
Antique 1810s British George III Wine Coolers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham 1974 Sterling Silver Christmas Snowflake Ornament #22524
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham 1974 Sterling Silver Christmas Snowflake Ornament-
This rare Gorham 1974 vintage ornament
Category
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
1973 Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Dove Ornament #22537
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1973 Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Dove Ornament -
This vintage 1973 Gorham sterling silver
Category
20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co Estate Hanging Ornament Keychain Sterling Silver
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Hanging Ornament Keychain Sterling Silver TIF814
Newly polished and
Category
1990s American Desk Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
Victorian Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit/Dessert Service
By Henry Atkin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and mother of pearl
Category
Antique 1840s English Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
Victorian Sterling Silver Six Piece Bachelor Tea and Coffee Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
.
The spirit kettle is fitted with a large scrolling cast sterling silver handle, ornamented with
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Cafe Au Lait Set by Pairpoint Brothers, 1924
By Pairpoint Brothers 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cafe au lait set in
Category
Vintage 1920s English George II Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Samovar by Paul Storr in the Regency Style
By Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
body incorporates a magnificent cast sterling silver spigot ornamented with reed decoration, accented
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Regency Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Tray by Walter
John Barnard
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver handles ornamented with leaf terminals and further bead decoration to the handpieces
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit/Dessert Service
By Walker
Hall
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
handle.
The knives and forks retain the original sterling silver ferrules ornamented with ribbed
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit/Dessert Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
handle.
The knives and forks retain the original sterling silver ferrules ornamented with ribbed
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Deer and Stag Table Ornament
By Stephen Smith
William Nicholson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cast sterling silver table ornament is realistically modeled in the form of a stag and a submissively
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
12 Sterling Silver Silverplate Christmas Snowflake Ornaments Metropolitan Museum
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of twelve vintage MMA Christmas tree ornaments featuring reticulated / pierced designs
Category
Late 20th Century Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Arts and Crafts Style English Sterling Silver Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl
By Hugh Wallis
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fitted with impressive sterling silver scrolling handle ornamented with a simplified floral motif to the
Category
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Serving Bowls
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973
Angel 1974 Ornaments #18829
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973 & Angel 1974 Ornaments
This set of three Christmas
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Joan Walsh Anglund Sterling Silver Big Sister Little Brother Ornaments #23984
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Joan Walsh Anglund Sterling Silver Big Sister Little Brother Ornaments
Sweet set of 2 ornaments
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Joan Walsh Anglund Sterling Silver Big Sister Little Brother Ornaments #24299
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Joan Walsh Anglund Sterling Silver Big Sister Little Brother Ornaments
Sweet set of 2 ornaments
Category
20th Century Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Signed Buccellati fruits basket table ornament, sterling silver 925
By Mario Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in Paris, FR
In excellent condition, ready to adorn your table. This refined sterling silver piece is a creation
Category
20th Century Italian Decorative Baskets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
1987 Set of 3 Matching MMA Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornaments #18720
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1987 Set of 3 Matching MMA Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornaments #18720
This beautiful set of
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Sterling Silver Gorham Wallace Towle Christmas Cross Tree Ornaments
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Set of six sterling silver Christmas Ornaments. Largest is 4 1/2" tall x 3 1/2" wide and smallest
Category
Early 2000s American Victorian Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ladle and Two Tine Meat Fork Ornament #41 #18475
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ladle and Two Tine Serving Fork Ornament Pattern 41
This gorgeous
Category
20th Century Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 4 Franklin Mint Sterling Silver Christmas Carol Ornaments w/Boxes #15800
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 4 Franklin Mint sterling silver Christmas Carol ornaments from 1972, 1973, 1974 and 1979
Category
Vintage 1970s Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Taxco Sterling Silver Tulip Flower Ornament by Alfredo Vallasana for Lunt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, oversized Mid-Century figural flower ornament.
In sterling silver.
By Alfredo
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Perfume holder Empire style ornaments enamel like wood Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
crafted from 925/1000 gold-plated sterling silver. Topped with a screwed cap, it showcases exquisite
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Napoleon III Bottles
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Table Box Fired Enamel on Guillochè Arab-Style Ornament Sterling Silver Salimben
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular box with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired
Category
1990s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Victorian Sterling Silver Inkstand
By Charles Thomas Fox
George Fox
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with a paralleling cast and applied decorated border
Category
Antique 1840s British Victorian Inkwells
Materials
Sterling Silver
William Spratling Ornamented Squares Bracelet
By William Spratling
Located in Darnestown, MD
This ornamented squares bracelet by silver master William Spratling is not often seen.
Alternating
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Link Bracelets
Materials
Sterling Silver
1905 Pair of Candle Holders Neoclassical Corinthian Columns / 372 gr
Located in SE
A pair of 1905 Empire Styled solid Sterling Silver candlesticks.
Well ornamented neoclassical
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Classical Greek Candleholders and Candelabra
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Two Light Candelabrum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver two light candelabrum
Category
Antique 1840s English Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Presentation Car
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional and rare, vintage English sterling silver presentation ornament has been
Category
Late 20th Century British Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Bread Dish
By Walker
Hall
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
rim of this antique sterling silver dish is ornamented with an applied reed decorated border.
The
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Baskets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Paperweight / Model of Pig
By William Comyns
Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver pig ornament/paper weight has been realistically modelled in the form of a whimsical pig
Category
1990s English Paperweights
Materials
Sterling Silver
Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
'.
The rim of the body of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with a paralleling applied reed
Category
Antique 1780s English George III Desk Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Sterling Silver Galleried Double Inkstand
By Robert Frederick Fox
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
motifs spanning each of the four panels.
The body of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with
Category
Vintage 1910s English Inkwells
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Four Light Candelabrum Centrepiece
By Benjamin Smith II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver four light
Category
Antique 19th Century English George III Candelabras
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Three-Light Candelabrum Centrepiece
By William Ker Reid
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver scrolling arms are ornamented with large enveloping scrolling leaf designs and accented
Category
Antique 1820s British George IV Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edward Barnard
Sons Vintage English Sterling Silver Harp Trophy
By Edward Barnard
Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver presentation harp
Category
Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver 1974 Soldier Presentation Trophy
By Carrington
Co
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage Elizabeth II English cast sterling silver trophy / table ornament has been realistically modelled
Category
Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
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Sterling Silver Ornaments For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of sterling silver ornaments is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all sterling silver ornaments available were constructed with great care. Sterling silver ornaments have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of sterling silver ornaments to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Mid-Century Modern sterling silver ornaments are of considerable interest. Towle Silversmiths, Gorham and Reed
Barton each produced beautiful sterling silver ornaments that are worth considering.
How Much are Sterling Silver Ornaments?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $440, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $38,000 highest priced.
Questions About Sterling Silver Ornaments
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 3, 2024No, 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, 2023Generally, 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.
- Does sterling silver turn green?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2022To 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2022To 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 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.
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