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Tiffany Co. Light Blue Sterling Silver Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Light blue and sterling silver pen by Tiffany & Co. 4.5" length. Condition: Pre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Other

Vintage Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Pen with Box
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an authentic vintage sterling silver pen from Tiffany & Co! This pen is hallmarked “Tiffany
Category

Antique 19th Century American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Estate Sterling Silver Pen 21.8 Grams
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Sterling Silver Pen 5 Inches 21.8 Grams TIF89 This elegant Authentic Tiffany
Category

Vintage 1980s American More Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Estate Sterling Silver Pen 5" 22.3 Grams
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Sterling Silver Pen 5" 22.3 Grams TIF189 This elegant Authentic Tiffany & Co
Category

1990s American More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Puiforcat Sterling Silver Pen Holder, France, 1970s
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Munich, DE
Jean Emile Puiforcat elegant pen holder made in sterling silver and teak wood, France, 1970
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency More Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

1926 Sterling Silver Sauce Bottle Stand or Pen Holder by Atkin Brothers
By Atkin Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver pen holder or sauce bottle stand has a plain baluster shaped form onto a circular spreading
Category

Vintage 1920s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Pen Mechanical Pencil Set
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Tiffany & Co. pen & pencil set. Designed by Elsa Peretti. In sterling silver. (The
Category

20th Century American Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Matching Sterling Silver Pen and Mechanical Pencil with Original Cases by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A chic sterling silver and gold-plated pen and mechanical pencil, both with their original green
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Sterling Silver Victorian Pen Stand on Ball Feet
By Redlich Co.
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver, Victorian pen stand on ball feet, Redlich Co., New York, circa 1895
Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Novelty Vintage Italian "Shotgun Cartridge" Desk / Pen Pot - Sterling Silver
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and highly collectable desk-top pen holder made from Italian 925 sterling silver and carved
Category

1990s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George II Sterling Silver Snuffer Stand / Pen Tray, 1751
By William Cripps
Located in London, GB
A lovely mid-18th century Georgian solid Silver Snuffer Stand standing on four shell feet with a
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century European George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Company, New York, Pen in Sterling Silver, Mid-20th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Tiffany & Company, New York. Pen in sterling silver. Mid-20th century. Length: 13 cm. In
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ballpoint Pen Sterling Silver with Translucent Fired Enamel Guilloche Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Ballpoint pen in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on guilloche. With Sheaffer
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Hallmarked Dachsund Pen Holder / Desk Accessory
Located in North Miami, FL
of the dog is 1" H where the pens go.   
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Estate Ballpoint Pen Sterling Silver
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Ballpoint Pen 5.25" Sterling Silver TIF268 With New Refill This elegant
Category

1990s American More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Estate Ballpoint Pen Sterling Silver
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Ballpoint Pen 5.25" Sterling Silver TIF269 Comes With New Refill This elegant
Category

1990s American More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Estate Ladies Ballpoint Pen With Diamond Sterling Silver
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Ladies Ballpoint Pen With Diamond 4.25" Sterling Silver TIF270 With New Refill
Category

1990s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Repousse Sterling Silver Fountain Pen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver fountain pen. Beautiful repousse scroll design, Falcon No. 40 nib
Category

20th Century More Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jona Sterling Silver Fountain Pen Nib Cufflinks
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver fountain pen nib cufflinks. Marked
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jona Sterling Silver Fountain Pen Nib Cufflinks
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver fountain pen nib cufflinks. Marked
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jona Sterling Silver Fountain Pen Nib Cufflinks
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver fountain pen nib cufflinks. Marked
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Caduceus Ballpoint Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver ballpoint pen. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Decorated to the top with a
Category

20th Century Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Fountain Pen Nib Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver fountain pen nib cufflinks
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Fountain Pen Nib Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver fountain pen nib cufflinks
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Ball Point Pen 4.5" #17818
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Ball Point Pen This beautiful ball point pen was crafted from 925
Category

20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

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

Breguet Silver Ballpoint Pen
By Breguet
Located in Simpsonville, SC
luxury and sophistication. Crafted from sterling silver, the pen exudes a timeless allure with its sleek
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hermes Paris 1970 Modernist Purse Pen In .925 Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
.925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. It is in fully functionable condition was serviced
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Enamel Web Ballpoint Pen
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage ballpoint pen by Gucci. Made of sterling silver metal with green/red/green enameled details
Category

Late 20th Century Italian For The Desk

Tiffany Co. Executive Tiffany T-clip Ballpoint Pen Sterling Silver
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Executive Tiffany T-clip Ballpoint Pen Sterling Silver with Box Metal: Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Estate “T” Sterling Silver Ballpoint Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate “T” Sterling Silver Ballpoint Pen TIF716 Newly Polished and looks wonderful
Category

1990s American Vanity Items

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Ballpoint Purse Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Ballpoint Purse Pen - Sterling silver and Tiffany blue enamel
Category

20th Century German Desk Accessories

Montegrappa Limited Edition Cosmopolitan Baroque Sterling Silver Fountain Pen
By Montegrappa
Located in New York, NY
A Montegrappa limited edition Cosmopolitan Baroque sterling silver fountain pen. Intricate etched
Category

20th Century Italian Baroque More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Two Montblanc Boheme Sterling Silver Sapphire 18K Nib Fountain Pen Pencil Set
By Mont Blanc
Located in Toronto, CA
Fountain Pen & Mechanical Pencil Set Package Contain Two 2 Montblanc Boheme Sterling Silver Sapphire
Category

Early 2000s German Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver T-Clip Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver T-Clip Pen - Ball point pen, produced by Tiffany & Co. with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Desk Accessories

Tiffany Co. Sterling Golf Putter Ballpoint Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Golf Putter Ballpoint Pen. The perfect gift for the golfer or golf
Category

1990s French Contemporary More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Cartier Paris Sterling Silver Onyx Set Limited Edition Fountain Pen
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Signed Cartier, Panthere de Cartier, Model number 153/500, circa 2000. Sterling silver barrel and
Category

20th Century French Modern Vanity Items

Materials

Silver

Montblanc Meisterstuck Writers Agatha Christie Limited Edition Silver BP Pen
By Montblanc
Located in New York City, NY
Montblanc. Limited to 25000 pens, this model features sterling silver trim and a ruby eyed snake-like clip
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Solid Silver Pen Tray / Pin Tray London, 1854
Located in London, GB
An attractive antique Victorian solid silver pen tray / pin or trinket tray with a bold deep relief
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Vintage Sterling Tennis Racket Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Sterling silver vintage Tiffany & Co. ballpoint pen with tennis racket accent at pocket clip, twist
Category

20th Century German Desk Accessories

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Cactus Silver 18k Gold Ballpoint Pen
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Fine rare "cactus" ballpoint pen in sterling silver with 18k gold bead accents by Tiffany & Co
Category

Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Antique American 1892 Sterling Silver Top Inkwell
Located in Stamford, CT
of the crystal for a fantastic looking pen. Sterling silver top on this inkwell, with hinging and a
Category

Antique 1890s North American Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Visconti Limited Edition Watermark Demo Rollerball Pen 792RL00
Located in Carmel, IN
This Visconti is crafted out of sterling silver 925 and limited to only 888 pens. This particular
Category

2010s Contemporary More Objets d Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. Blue Diamond Structure Ball Point Pen
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Write in style with this slimline Tiffany & Co. Ladies Ball Point Pen with diamond pattern enamel
Category

2010s German Contemporary Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Montblanc Masterpiece Ballpoint and Fountain Pen Set
By Montblanc
Located in Vienna, AT
fountain pen are held in the same bright gold colour (gold plated sterling silver, see hallmark in the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Queen Elizabeth II Used Presented Parker Gold Filled Pen from Blackburn Visit
By Parker Brothers
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
the Mayoress along with the fitted leather box with a sterling silver engraved commemorative plaque on
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Gold, Sterling Silver

MONTBLANC Black 14k Gold Meisterstück Classique Fountain Pen
By Montblanc
Located in New York, NY
Materials: Resin, 14k gold with rhodium-plated inlay, sterling silver Closure/opening: Screw off pen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German For The Desk

Set Table Box + Fountain Pen Art Deco Style Inspired by Louis Cartier Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular Table Box with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver with fire Enamel Art Deco
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Pen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Silver Pen Tray, Birmingham 1901
By Jones Crompton
Located in Umberleigh, Devon
A nice English silver pen tray with embossed decoration and vacant cartouche, hallmarked Birmingham
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Very Rare Dip Pen, no. 422
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sleek, hand-hammering throughout with beautiful detailed topper. Well-balanced within the hand.
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare George III Antique Silver Penner or Ink Pot, by Joseph Taylor, circa 1800
By Joseph Taylor
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A rare George III silver Penner, the tapering ink pot with bright-cut engraved decoration including
Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver

Marriage of Victoria Albert Commemorative Propelling Pencil and Pen, 1840
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A rare Victorian nickel silver combined sliding pen and pencil, commemorating the marriage of Queen
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Presentation Feather Quill Pen
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver presentation feather quill pen, marked Birmingham, 1863. Inscribed "presented by
Category

Antique 19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Dunhill Pen
By Dunhill
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver ball point pen by Dunhill. Comes with extra refill.
Category

1980s Accessories

Fountain Pen in Sterling Silver, Montegrappa "Eternal Bird"
Located in Surfside, FL
Montegrappa "Eternal Bird" fountain pen in celluloid and die-casting sterling silver with ruby
Category

20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

CARTIER Limited Edition Panthere Exceptional Sterling Silver Fountain Pen
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling Silver Stone: Green Spinel Eyes & Onyx Muzzle Nib: 18K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Desk Accessories

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Pen For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sterling silver pen available at 1stDibs. A sterling silver pen — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the sterling silver pen you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A sterling silver pen made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. Montblanc, W. J. Myatt Co. and Asprey International Limited each produced at least one beautiful sterling silver pen that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Pen?

The average selling price for a sterling silver pen at 1stDibs is $1,175, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $8,600 for the highest priced.
Questions About Sterling Silver Pen
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.