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French Sterling Silver 18-Karat Gold Four Salt Cellars, Spoons, Box, Swan, Lion
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
first titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver vermeil guarantee. The quality of the gold used to
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Antique 1890s French Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold

Vintage Pair of Sterling Silver Swan Sauceboats 1993
By Sarah Jones Silver 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver swan
Category

1990s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Italy, a Large Sterling Silver Swan Centerpiece
By Buccellati
Located in Queens, NY
Buccellati Italy, a large sterling silver swan centerpiece A large sterling silver swimming
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20th Century Italian Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Italy, A Large Sterling Silver Swan Centerpiece
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Buccellati Italy, a Large Sterling Silver Swan Centerpiece. A large sterling silver swimming swan
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20th Century Italian Centerpieces and Tazzas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Swan Bird by Buccellati Italy
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sterling Silver Swan bird by Buccellati Bird is in glide mode with flipped back paddle feet and
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20th Century Unknown Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Swan Bird by Buccellati Italy
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY
Sterling silver Swan bird by Buccellati Bird is in glide mode with flipped back paddle feet and
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20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Mexican Sterling Silver Swan Form Bowls by Tane
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A matching pair of shallow decorative bowls with swan neck and head handles. Designed and produced
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair Of Crystal And Sterling Silver Swan Form Open Salts
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of Continental crystal and sterling open salts in the form of swans with moveable wings
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20th Century Peruvian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Italian Sterling Silver Swan Centrepiece Bowl Jardiniere c. 1920
Located in London, GB
STERLING on the underside. This Silver Swan is in excellent condition with no damage. STOCK CODE - ANI01
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20th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of Sterling Silver Swan Engraved Matching Platters, Well Tree-Weidlich Bros.
By Weidlich Bros. Mfg. Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
engraving of this Bridgeport Ct. Silver manufacturer, Weidlich Brothers. One platter is completely flat
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Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Crystal Swans
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant pair of sterling silver and crystal swans is a beautiful marriage of fine
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Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Novelty sterling silver Swan toast rack made in Birmingham in 1971
By Bishton s Ltd
Located in London, London
Silver Toast Rack, is modelled as a swan, and will hold 4 pieces of toast. The toast rack measures 4
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Vintage 1970s English Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Sterling Swan Dishes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are just so excited to offer this pair of sterling silver swan dishes. The handle is the swans
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Vintage 1960s European Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot
By Charles Reily George Storer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional cast sterling silver swan necked spout is enveloped with impressive overlaid leaf designs. The
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Crystal Swan
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sterling silver crystal swan would look great in any room of your home. It could be
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Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George II Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George II English sterling silver coffee pot, an
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Antique 1740s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Portuguese Sterling Silver and Rock Crystal Swan
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A charming silver and rock crystal swan with an articulated neck, faceted black glass eyes and
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Sterling Silver

Materials

Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Cut Crystal Sterling Silver Master Salt Swan, circa 1920
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique cut crystal sterling silver master salt swan, circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century German Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Newcastle Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive cast sterling silver swan necked spout embellished with fluted scrolling designs to the lower
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Antique 1740s Great Britain (UK) Georgian Pitchers

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Teapot, Antique George III
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
thumbpiece and scrolling silver sockets. This antique sterling silver teapot has an impressive swan necked
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Antique Early 1800s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Irish Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The impressive cast sterling silver swan necked spout is ornamented with scroll and leaf decoration
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Antique 1850s Irish Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot
By Charles Reily George Storer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The exceptional cast sterling silver swan necked spout is embellished with impressive trellis patterns
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Art Deco 925 Silver Jardiniere with Swan Busts and Cut Glass Liner, ca 1920
By Wilhelm Binder
Located in Vienna, AT
depth: 24.5 cm / 5.70 in silver weight: 2040 grams / 71.80 oz / 65.59 troy oz Hallmarked 925 Sterling
Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Three-Piece Tea Service
By Joseph Angell II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cast sterling silver swan necked spout is embellished with floral and foliate decoration to the upper
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Antique 1840s British Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot 1840
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver coffee pot; an
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Antique 1840s English More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver

1822 Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Three Piece Tea Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
down the handpieces. The cast sterling silver swan necked spout of the teapot is ornamented with a
Category

Antique 1820s British Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swan Centerpiece Bowl in Sterling Silver with Malachite Pedestal
Located in New York, NY
Our centerpiece bowl in the form of an elegant swan is modeled in sterling silver with green enamel
Category

Early 20th Century American Centerpieces

Materials

Malachite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of German Sterling Silver and Crystal Swan Salt Cellars
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Pair of sterling silver and crystal swan salt cellars. Beautifully detailed sterling silver head
Category

20th Century German Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Buccellati Silver Swan Wine Cooler
By Buccellati
Located in New Orleans, LA
A refined interpretation of the ancient Greek calyx vase, this sterling silver wine cooler by
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20th Century Italian Classical Greek Wine Coolers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swan Centerpiece - Big Bird Bowl - German Silver Cut Glass - C 1900
Located in New York, NY
Cut glass and 800 silver centerpiece bowl in form of swan. Made in Germany, ca. 1900. Bowl is clear
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Centerpieces and Tazzas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Teapot by Paul Storr
By Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver teapot made by Paul
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Stunning Solid Silver Swan Letter Opener by Sarah Jones
By Sarah Jones Silver 1
Located in Bath, GB
beautiful example has a handle created from an elegant Swan's head with it's long neck blending into the
Category

Vintage 1980s British Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver

GIO PONTI (1891 - 1979): Swan in sterling silver
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
signed 'Gio Ponti', silver hallmark '800', numbered '12' ,solid silver. height 20 × 17 x 8.5 cm
Category

Late 20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Dancing Swans Shield Ring With Gold Plated Diamond Accents
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Presenting the Sterling Silver Dancing Swans Shield Ring that features and intricate designer with
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian silver cut glass wine jug
By H.H. Plante, London
Located in London, GB
Inverted pear-shaped, antique, cut-glass claret jug with plain sterling silver mounts and an
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Brooch in Sterling Silver with Swan, Dated 1933-44
By Georg Jensen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen brooch in sterling silver with swan. Design 213A. Dated 1933-44. Measures: 3 x 2 cm
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Love Birds Swan Carving Agate Cameo Swarovski Diamond Bracelet
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Sterling Silver Love Birds Swan Carving Agate Cameo Swarovski Diamond Bracelet with Magnetic Clasp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Zircon, Sterling Silver

Edwardian silver dish with swan handles.
By Edward Barnard Sons
Located in London, GB
A most elegant boat-shaped silver sweet dish fitted with charming cast and hand chased swan handles
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Leda and the Swan Silver Cigarette Case
Located in New Orleans, LA
A mythological story of longing and love graces the cover of this Austrian sterling silver
Category

20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Franklin Mint 84 Silver Enamel Egg Swan Figurine
By Franklin MInt
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Russian 84 gilt Silver and 925 Sterling Silver and enamel egg by Franklin Mint. The egg consists
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20th Century Russian Antiquities

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Modern Silver 5 Carat Precious Stones Swan Cocktail Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Sterling silver with black rhodium ring. This splendid ring represents the head of a swan
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Tsavorite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Stuart Devlin Silver Gilt Surprise Egg Swan Duck Family, London, 1984
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stuart Devlin silver gilt surprise egg, London, 1984, opening to reveal Swan or Duck family among
Category

20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gold Washed Sterling Framed Evening Bag Citrines, Pearls and Italian Needlework
Located in New Hope, PA
the double sided gold washed sterling silver frame with swan mounts and jewels on both sides. Bezel
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Early 20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Pair of Maison Jansen Mirrored Console Tables
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of rare console tables, each overall mirrored with sterling silver overlay bronze medallion
Category

Early 20th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Metal

Sterling Silver Swan
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver swan elegant Italian silver swan table salt or tablescape decor. Vintage graceful
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Buccellati Sterling Silver Swan Bowl
By Buccellati
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Elegant Sterling Silver Swan by Buccellati, Italy. This graceful swan bowl is perfect tableware to
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Centerpieces and Tazzas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Swan Letter Holder
Located in New York, NY
This stylized Sterling silver swan is the perfect letter holder and very glamourous as well. It is
Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

20th Century Art Deco Pair of Sterling Silver Swan Dishes by Elkington 1933
By Elkington Co.
Located in London, GB
A wonderful pair of 20th Century Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Swan Dishes by Maker Elkington
Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Swan Boat Key Ring by Shreve, Crump Low, Boston, since 1796
By Shreve, Crump Low
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Swan Boats of the Public Garden, a keyring in sterling silver. A true vintage collectible from
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1990s American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexican Sterling Silver Swan Centerpiece Bowl Signed C. Zurita
By C. Zurita
Located in Los Angeles, CA
C. Zurita signed Mexican Sterling Silver Centerpiece or bowl in the shape of a swan, gracefully
Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Beautiful Sterling Silver Swan Bracelet
By Georg Jensen
Located in Montreal, QC
Outstanding Swan Sterling Silver Panel Bracelet #42 by famed Silversmith...Georg Jensen bracelet
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Italian Swan Silver Salts
Located in New York, NY
Pair Italian sterling silver swan form salt cellars. Italy, late 19th century. Stamped 800
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hilliard Thomason Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Swan Pin Cushion
By Hilliard Thomason
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver pin cushion has been realistically modelled in the form of two swans. The hallmarked sterling
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Swan Minaudiere Rare, 1980s
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
extremely rare Peretti minaudiere clutch is done in sterling silver in the shape of a swan. The clutch has a
Category

1980s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
coffee pot has an impressive cast sterling silver swan necked spout embellished with an impressive leaf
Category

Antique 1740s British George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1862 Sterling Silver Teapot
By William Wrangham Williams
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver teapot; an addition
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Swan Lake by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Eight Set 51 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mid-century Modern Swan Lake by International Sterling Silver flatware set, 51 pieces. This set
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Swans For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of sterling silver swans is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique sterling silver swans was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Find 80 antique and vintage sterling silver swans at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Sterling silver swans have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of sterling silver swans to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Empire, Modern and Neoclassical sterling silver swans are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made sterling silver swans over the years, but those made by Emile Puiforcat, Buccellati and Towle Silversmiths are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Sterling Silver Swans?

Prices for sterling silver swans can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, sterling silver swans begin at $125 and can go as high as $30,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,842.
Questions About Sterling Silver Swans
  • 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Whether it's worth selling sterling silver depends on your personal preferences and the current market conditions. The price of sterling silver fluctuates over time, so it's a good idea to research the current rates before you sell. In some cases, sterling silver jewelry, tableware or decorative objects may be worth more than the market rate for sterling silver due to their age, maker and rarity. As a result, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer before you sell. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver pieces.