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Lion Cufflink in Sterling Silver and 24 Karat Gold Vermeil
Located in London, GB
this design in Sterling Silver overlaying 24 carat gold to draw out the contrast between the Lion' s
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Ruby Crystal Decanter with Silver Overlay
Located in Mobile, AL
Early 1900s Art Nouveau ruby crystal/glass decanter with silver overlay and sterling silver stopper
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Perfume Circa 1900
Located in Redding, CA
A wonderful example of art nouveau silver overlay produced at the turn of the century circa 1900 in
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lovely Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Clear Glass Perfume, circa 1900
Located in Redding, CA
The shape is exceptional and the stopper extra deluxe on this wonderful example of silver overlay
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lustrous Mother-of-Pearl and Sterling Silver Large LOVE Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
hearts, marked 925, mother-of-pearl (the reverse side is white mother-of-pearl) with sterling silver
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver and Wood Modernist Lamp, circa 1960
By Kenneth Begay
Located in Santa Fe, NM
silversmith Kenneth Begay. Lovely organic wood form and sterling silver overlay decoration. Measures: 35 1/2
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Mid-20th Century Modern Table Lamps

Lustrous Mother-of-Pearl Sterling Silver LOVE Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
silver overlay hearts and MOP pastille and hearts mother-of-pearl chain with a sterling clasp. Show the
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20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Art Nouveau Ebony Crystal and Sterling Silver Candlestick
Located in Mobile, AL
Very unusual Art Nouveau ebony crystal candlestick with Sterling Silver honeysuckle motif overlay
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Moderne Czech Glass Chandeleir
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
glass with a slight grey tinge to the glass, chrome hardware and sterling silver overlay. Note
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Early 20th Century Czech Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Sterling Silver, Chrome

Green Glass and Silver Overlay Vase
Located in New York, NY
1900 Silver Overlay Vase with green glass and garlands
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Early 20th Century American Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

White Hogan Salt and Pepper Shaker with Parallelogram Tray
By White Hogan, Ivan Kee, Kenneth Begay
Located in Santa Fe, NM
sterling silver with ironwood handles. Tray 8 1/4" length x 3 1/2" width, shakers 3 1/2"
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Perfume Bottle c. 1900
Located in Redding, CA
I love this piece because of the beautiful pattern in the silver work as well as the amount of
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Green Glass Silver Overlay Vase c.1900
Located in Redding, CA
Outstanding in shape and design this is a perfect example of The Art Nouveau period. The color of the glass is unusual, more Translucent than is typically seen, I like it.
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

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Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Perfume Emerald Green Glass c.1900
Located in Redding, CA
A charing perfume in emerald green glass in a lovely art nouveau Shape with beautiful silver work.
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Steuben Glass Silver Overlay by Alvin, Art Nouveau Shaker, circa 1900
By Steuben Glass
Located in Redding, CA
There is a lot of silver on this example and it is heavily laid on, the Art Nouveau pattern is
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Steuben Glass Vase Silver Overlay by Alvin Art Nouveau, circa 1900
By Steuben Glass
Located in Redding, CA
This vase the glass in the quilted pattern by Steuben and the silver overlay by Alvin is very rare
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Art Nouveau Perfume Silver Overlay on Clear Glass, circa 1900
Located in Redding, CA
A very sweet little example of the work done in the Art Nouveau period. Silver overlay was very
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handmade Cufflinks in 18k Gold with Hammered Silver Details by Ranfagni Firenze
Located in San Rafael, CA
sterling silver overlay that gives the cufflinks an ancient feel. Design and workmanship are excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Sterling Silver with Black Rhodium Yellow Gold Overlay Baguette Bar Rings
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
These stacking rings feature oversized baguette cubic zirconia set in sterling silver with 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Paul Amey "Lemon Sherbet" Sterling Silver with Gold Overlay Bangle
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Sterling Silver with 9K yellow gold and green enamel. This molten edge bangle is overlaid with 9K yellow
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2010s Australian Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Sterling Silver

Paul Amey "Lemon Sherbert" Sterling Silver with Gold Overlay Quartz Pendant
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
crafted from Sterling Silver (tarnish resistant) with 9K yellow gold and green enamel. This molten edge
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2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Paul Amey "Swing" Sterling Silver with 18K Gold Overlay and Enamel Necklace
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
by the multi award-winning jeweller himself, seamlessly blends tarnish-resistant sterling silver with
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2010s Australian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Pearl and Sterling Silver with 18K Gold Overlay Paperclip Link Necklace 22”
By Dee Berkley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A one of a kind creation from the Dee Berkeley Jewelry Bespoke Collection.
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Ruby Agate and Sterling Silver with 18K Gold Overlay Paperclip Link Necklace 18”
By Dee Berkley
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A one of a kind creation from the Dee Berkley jewelry Bespoke Collection.
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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

1950 S "Real Garnet" Sterling Ring with Gold Overlay
Located in San Francisco, CA
Statement garnet ring has filigree on sides and scallops on sides. Ring Size: 7 YOUR PURCHASE BENEFITS THOSE WHO ARE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED.
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Vintage 1950s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

Silver Overlay Enamel Midcentury Jug, Friedrich Spahr Hutschenreuther
By Lorenz Hutschenreuther
Located in London, GB
Striking fine quality porcelain jug with silver overlay and red enamel abstract details. The design
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Hopi Eagle Silver Overlay Belt Buckle by Bernard Dawahoya, Second Mesa
By Bernard Dawahoya
Located in Pasadena, CA
This very nice looking Hopi Eagle Silver Overlay Belt Buckle is by Bernard Dawahoya, Second Mesa
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Vintage 1970s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

"Crystal Courtyard, " Sterling necklace with blue crystal and 24ct gold overlay
Located in Charlotte, NC
pins for the Ten First ladies of South Carolina. "Crystal Courtyard" Alfred D Ward Sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco More Art

Materials

Gold, Silver

Three-Piece Hopi Silver Overlay Set by Bernard Dawahoya, Hand in the Maze
By Bernard Dawahoya
Located in Pasadena, CA
This nice looking three-piece Hopi Silver Overlay Set consists of a belt buckle, bolo, and a ring
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Vintage 1970s American Native American Native American Objects

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Sterling Silver

Iconic Salvador Dali Melting Clock Bracelet - Menegatti - Sterling Silver
Located in Boca Raton, FL
clocks from the famous painting, 'The Persistence of Memory.' The bracelet is made from sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 1990 s Large Sterling Silver Copper Shell Artist Studio Brooch
Located in Seguin, TX
verdigris patina overlay, textured sterling silver backing and 3 small agate cabochon bezel set stones. All
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1990s American Brutalist Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver, Copper

Gold Silver Tulip Boquet Earrings
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A pair of 18kt yellow gold and rhodium plated sterling silver tulip boquet earrings. The earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Gold Silver Tulip Bouquet Earrings
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A pair of 18kt yellow gold and rhodium plated sterling silver tulip bouquet earrings. The earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

"Secret Garden, " pendant necklace in sterling with 24ct gold azurite-malachite
Located in Charlotte, NC
Ward Sterling silver, 24ct gold overlay, Azurite-Malachite
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco More Art

Materials

Gold, Silver

Art Deco Style Mirror Chrysler Ring Steeling Silver
Located in Barnsley, GB
Made from the highest quality 925 Sterling Silver Rhodium Overlay to help prevent tarnishing and to
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Silver

9.51 Carat Diamond Snake Bangle
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
carats, set in 22k Yellow Gold Overlay and Sterling Silver. This one-of-a-kind bangle was created by
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Silver

Micheletto Gold Italian Link Necklace and Bracelet Combination
By Micheletto
Located in Dallas, TX
. This is 18K Gold Overlay, over sterling silver. Micheletto is an Italian line that makes fine jewelry
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2010s Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Monumental Heintz Art Metal Mushroom Lamp
By Heintz Art Metal Shop
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent mushroom lamp stands 18" tall with 16" diameter shade. Sterling silver "woodbine
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Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Rockwell Sterling Silver Overlay Bowl
By Rockwell Silver Company
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver overlay design of a parrot on both sides of the glass bowl by Rockwell Silver
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Early 20th Century American Ceramics

Materials

Silver

Antique American Sterling Silver Overlay Flask, circa 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fine antique American sterling silver overlay flask, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Overlay Cranberry Glass Perfume Bottle
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau, sterling silver overlay, cranberry glass perfume bottle, American, circa 1895-1905
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Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Haig s Bottle / Sterling silver overlay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Haig's glass container with Sterling silver overlay - "Haig's" in white enamel
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20th Century Irish Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Overlay Flask by Alvin
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a very beautiful Art Nouveau ladies' flask with ornate sterling silver overlay by Alvin
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Overlay Ruby Perfume Bottle, 1900
Located in Stamford, CT
collection is over 350 pieces from the 18th & 19th Century. Antique Sterling Silver Overlay English Perfume
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Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Sterling Silver

Three Antique Reticulated Sterling Silver Overlay and Glass Trivets, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Three antique glass trivets offer reticulated sterling silver overlay with scroll and foliate
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Antique Late 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexican Floral Sterling Silver Overlay Tall Tumbler Lemonade Glasses Set of 6
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Mexican floral sterling silver overlay 5" tall tumblers or lemonade glasses with attached glass
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Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Amber Glass Covered Dish with Sterling Silver Overlay
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique Amber glass covered dish with sterling silver overlay of flowers and vines.
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Vintage 1920s Glass

Materials

Glass

Cambridge Floral Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Lemonade Pitcher w/ Ice Caddy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cambridge Art Nouveau Floral Sterling Silver Overlay Glass Lemonade Pitcher w/ Ice Caddy
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Antique 1920s Sterling Silver Overlay Hand Etched, Wheel Carved Glass Pitcher
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Hand Etched & Wheel Carved Glass Pitcher with Sterling Silver Overlay, Circa 1920s-1930s.
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Early 20th Century Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Amber Glass Pitcher with Sterling Silver Overlay
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage amber glass pitcher with sterling silver overlay of peacock on a branch. Pitcher is marked
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20th Century Vases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alvin Art Nouveau Sterling Silver overlay Glass Vase c1900
Located in Toronto, ON
Large Art Nouveau emerald glass vase with Sterling Silver overlay. Made by Alvin, Providence, C
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Early 20th Century American More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Antique Bohemian Green Glass Tray with Sterling Silver Overlay
Located in Toronto, ON
A beautiful antique Bohemian blown green glass tray with sterling silver overlay.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Vases

Materials

Silver

French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Overlay Decanter and Matching Cordials
Located in Englewood, NJ
A French Art Nouveau pressed glass and sterling silver overlay "Floral Decanter" decorated with all
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Overlay Cranberry Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
Unusual sterling silver overlay cranberry glass vase with clear base, American, ca. 1895-1905. The
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Antique 19th Century Vases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Floral Sterling Silver Overlay Flower Shaped Black Amethyst Glass Footed Bowl
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dramatic early 20th century sterling silver overlay three footed bowl featuring a foliate cartouche
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Early 20th Century Serving Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stepped Art Deco Candelabra with Sterling Silver Overlay by Lenox
By Lenox s Ceramic Art Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stepped Art Deco ceramic candelabra with sterling silver overlay by Lenox. Circa 1930.
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Vintage 1930s American Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Impressive Art Deco Decanter in Amethyst-Black Glass and Sterling Silver Overlay
Located in New York, NY
silver overlay. Three indentations in the body of the glass lend to a comfortable hold. The top is
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

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Sterling Silver Overlay For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sterling silver overlay available at 1stDibs. A sterling silver overlay — often made from metal, silver and glass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sterling silver overlay — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sterling silver overlay made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one sterling silver overlay that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alvin Corporation, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Dorothy Thorpe produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Overlay?

The average selling price for a sterling silver overlay at 1stDibs is $995, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $12,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Sterling Silver Overlay
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cleaning a silver overlay on glass or any object can be very difficult as the overlay is a very thin layer of silver that can be worn off over time. Most overlays are covered with a lacquer to protect the finish, but that also can be worn off. The best way to clean a silver overlay is with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver overlay glass from top sellers around the world.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, 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, 2021
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Sterling silver is a very good quality alloy because the added metals make it very durable, even more so than gold. Because it is also lightweight it can be great for everyday wear.