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Ten Antique Sterling Miniature Putti Table Ornaments or Place Cards, French
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of darling hallmarked 925 sterling silver figures. A petite size that could be for individual
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pure Silver "Origami" Ornaments Birds Pair from Old Japan
Located in South Burlington, VT
A wonderful pair of vintage pure silver "Origami" ornaments birds from old Japan.
Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
1967 Sterling Silver Duck Ornament
By William Comyns
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage cast sterling silver duck ornament; an addition to our
Category
Vintage 1960s British Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1900s Sterling Silver Model of a Kangaroo
By Stewart Dawson
Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamental silverware collection
This exceptional antique sterling silver cast ornament has been
Category
Early 20th Century Australian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster, 1907
By Mappin
Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
.
This antique bottle coaster is fitted with two cast sterling silver handles ornamented with leaf
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Tea Tray by Elkington
Co.
By Elkington
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fitted with a fine and impressive pair of cast sterling silver handles ornamented with scrolling leaf and
Category
Antique 1870s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
1880 Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup
By Horace Woodward
Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver presentation cup; an
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Atkin Brothers Antique Victorian 1895 Sterling Silver Tray
By Atkins Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
century silver tray is fitted with a fine and impressive pair of sterling silver handles, ornamented with
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell by Georg Jensen, Vintage,
1970
By Georg Jensen
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
plain and has a planished finish.
The table bell is fitted with a sterling silver handle, ornamented
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver, Steel and Horn Carving Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian steel, horn handled and sterling silver
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Steel
Antique Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit / Dessert Cutlery Service
By Harrods Ltd (Richard Woodman Burbridge)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver and mother of pearl
Category
Vintage 1910s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Mother-of-Pearl Fish Service for 12 Persons, Antique
By Crichton Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver and mother-of-pearl
Category
Vintage 1910s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fish Service for Twelve Persons - Antique
By Harrison Brothers
George Howson 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
service is fitted with impressive sterling silver ribbed handle ornamented with panels of mother of pearl
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique George IV English Sterling Silver Cream Jug or Creamer and Sugar Bowl
By George Burrows and Richard Pierce, Naphtali Hart
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cartouches.
The cream jug and sugar bowl are fitted with angular sterling silver handles ornamented with a
Category
Antique 1820s Great Britain (UK) George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Sculpture, Elizabeth II
By Leslie Gordon Durbin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional vintage Elizabeth II cast sterling silver ornament has been modelled in the form of three
Category
Vintage 1970s English Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Granite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, 1821
By Charles Fox
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
domed portion.
The teapot retains the original hallmarked sterling silver C-shaped handle ornamented
Category
Antique 1820s British Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Beer / Water Jug
By Mappin
Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver beer / water jug; part
Category
Vintage 1910s British Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Pheasant Table Ornament
Located in New York, NY
Italian silver pheasant table ornament. Realistically modeled sterling silver pheasant sculpture
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1971 Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Ornament
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1971 Gorham sterling silver Christmas Star ornament. This is a beautiful 1971sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornament, 1973
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
One Gorham sterling silver snowflake ornament from 1973. Measures approx 3.5" long. Marked Gorham
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
1760s Antique Irish Sterling Silver Loving Cup
By George Hodder
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver scrolling handles, each ornamented with an elevated spiralling handpiece and bifurcating
Category
Antique 1750s Northern Irish Barware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
1979 Gorham Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornament #15644
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham sterling silver snowflake ornament from 1979.
Since 1970, Gorham has been celebrating the
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Cocktail Shakers
By Various Makers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique sterling silver cocktail shakers are fitted with cast sterling silver handles, ornamented with a
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
1972 Gorham Sterling Silver Snowflake Christmas Ornament
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1972 Gorham sterling silver snowflake Christmas ornament. This a beautiful Gorham sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
1972 Gorham Sterling Silver Snowflake Christmas Ornament
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1972 Gorham sterling silver snowflake Christmas ornament. This a beautiful Gorham sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
1998 Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Star Ornament
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1998 Gorham sterling silver Christmas star ornament. This is a beautiful sterling silver 1998
Category
1990s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Glass Communion Set by Reid
Sons, Antique George V
By Reid
Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
interior; this box accommodates two communion wafers.
The original sterling silver spoon is ornamented
Category
Vintage 1910s English Glass
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Cream Jug by Paul Storr
By Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
example of Georgian silverware is fitted with a scrolling sterling silver handle ornamented with a large
Category
Antique 1810s English Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Sterling Silver Gordon Highlanders Table Ornaments
By Barry Witmond
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silverware collection.
These magnificent contemporary English cast sterling silver table ornaments have
Category
2010s English Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Reed
Barton Sterling Silver 1973 Christmas Cross Ornament
By Reed
Barton
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Reed & Barton sterling silver Christmas cross ornament from 1973.
This beautiful
Category
20th Century Unknown Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique George IV English Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, 1825
By Waterhouse, Hodgson
Co. 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fitted with a scrolling sterling silver handle ornamented with fine and impressive embossed scrolling
Category
Antique 1820s English Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
1975 Reed
Barton Sterling Silver Christmas Cross Ornament
By Reed
Barton
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1975 Reed & Barton sterling silver Christmas cross ornament.
This is a lovely 1975 sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
1972 Reed
Barton Sterling Silver Christmas Cross Ornament
By Reed
Barton
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1972 Reed & Barton sterling silver Christmas cross ornament. A wonderful 1972 Reed & Barton
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Snowman Ornament 1350 #22529
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Snowman Ornament 1350
This vintage Gorham sterling silver
Category
20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit/Dessert Service
By Chawner
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver ferrules ornamented with embossed bands of ribbed ornamentation.
Each mother-of-pearl
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tableware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Ice Bucket by Strömbergshyttan with 925s Grape Ornaments, Sweden, 1960s
By Strombergshyttan
Located in Esbjerg, DK
with it's characteristic light blue hue. The handles are made of solid sterling silver and feature a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage George VI Art Deco Style 1946 Sterling Silver Tea Tray
By William Suckling Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pair of sterling silver handles ornamented with incurved scrolling terminals, in addition to a central
Category
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
1977 Gorham Sterling Silver Snowflake Ornament with Pouch #15646
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham sterling silver snowflake ornament from 1977 with pouch.
Since 1970, Gorham has been
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1972 Reed
Barton Sterling Silver Christmas Cross Ornament #15648
By Reed
Barton
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Reed & Barton sterling silver Christmas Cross ornament from 1972.
Since 1970, Reed & Barton has
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Reed
Barton Sterling Silver 1976 Christmas Cross Ornament #15737
By Reed
Barton
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Reed & Barton sterling silver Christmas Cross ornament from 1976.
Since 1970, Reed & Barton has
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1973 Reed
Barton Sterling Silver Christmas Cross Ornament
By Reed
Barton
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 1973 Reed & Barton sterling silver Christmas cross ornament. 1973 design features flower in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Queen Anne Style Sterling Silver Three-Piece Bachelor Tea Service
By Joseph Rodgers
Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine antique Edwardian sterling silver three-piece bachelor tea set has been modelled in the
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Queen Anne Tea Sets
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1973 Gorham Sterling Silver Two Snowflake Christmas Ornaments
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Two snowflake Christmas ornaments. These two vintage 1973 Gorham sterling silver snowflake
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver 1977 Snowflake Ornament w/Box
Pouch #15822
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham sterling silver snowflake ornament from 1977 with box and pouch.
Since 1970, Gorham has
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Christmas Reindeers 1973
Angel 1974 Ornaments #18828
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
1973 Vintage Towle Sterling Silver Three French Horns Christmas Ornament
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1973, vintage towle sterling silver three French horns Christmas ornament. This is a beautiful 1973
Category
Vintage 1970s American Religious Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Gorham Co Sterling Silver Drummer Christmas Ornament No. 80
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Christmas ornament of a drummer.
By Gorham Co.
In sterling silver.
Model no. 80
Category
20th Century American Retro Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
LB sterling silver vintage Navajo collar ornament Ceramic turquoise necklace
By Lorraines
Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB has on offer a vintage sterling Silver Navajo collar ornament necklace with vintage Ceramic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier France Gilt Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Flower Basket Figurine Ornament
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare and enchanting creation by Cartier France, this gilt sterling silver and enamel flower
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1971 Towle Sterling Silver 12 Days Christmas Partridge Pear Tree Ornament #15650
By Towle
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Towle sterling silver 12 Days of Christmas, Partridge in a Pear Tree ornament from 1971.
Part of
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1940s American Silver Teapot
By Gorham CO.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
four exceptional cast sterling silver scrolling bracket style feet, ornamented with scrolling designs
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Silver filigree Llama Ornament - Silver
Located in 徳島市, JP
Sterling 925 silver Llama ornament
Good looking and well made figure with lots of charm
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver
1972 Towle Sterling Silver 12 Days of Christmas 2 Turtle Doves Ornament #15649
By Towle
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Towle sterling silver 12 Days of Christmas, 2 Turtle Doves ornament from 1972.
Part of the yearly
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1974 Towle Sterling Silver 12 Days of Christmas 4 Calling Birds Ornament #15651
By Towle
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Towle sterling silver 12 Days of Christmas, 4 Calling Birds ornament from 1974.
Part of the yearly
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
1973 Towle Sterling Silver 12 Days of Christmas 3 French Hens Ornament #15652
By Towle
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Towle sterling silver 12 Days of Christmas, 3 French Hens ornament from 1973.
Part of the yearly
Category
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Snuff Box Light Blue Ornament in Relief, Empire Style Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular pocket snuff box with oval section in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Empire Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 1920s German Silver Fighting Cockerel Ornaments
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
German cast sterling silver table ornaments have been realistically modelled in the form of a pair of
Category
Vintage 1920s German Animal 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 sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Is Wallace Sterling real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024Yes, Wallace Sterling is real silver. Wallace produced silverware, tableware and decorative objects from sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% base metal. The silversmith introduced the Wallace Sterling collection in 1875. During the 1930s and 40s, Wallace's ornate sterling silver flatware was especially popular. Explore a collection of Wallace Sterling pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if sterling silver is real, put a magnet close to it. Genuine sterling silver isn't magnetic, so an attraction may indicate one of two things. First, your piece may be made entirely out of a different metal, or, secondly, it may be silver-plated, meaning it is composed of a thin layer of genuine sterling silver over a base metal. For assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler. Shop a large selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is Gorham sterling real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
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