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Webster Sterling Silver 1930s Art Deco Gold-Washed Cream, Sugar
Tongs, S/3
By The Webster Co. 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A three-piece sterling silver dessert service from the Webster Silver Company, circa 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Filigree Sugar Cube Tongs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.800 silver filigree sugar cube tongs - delicate and special. Tea time will be special at your
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Boxed Set of Demi-Tasse Sterling Silver Spoons and Set of Sugar Tongs
By Atkin Brothers
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A boxed set of Demi-Tasse sterling silver spoons with a set of sugar tongs, the set consists of six
Category
Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal Danish International Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
By International Sterling
Located in Washington Depot, CT
International sterling silver 4" sugar tongs in Royal Danish pattern. Marked: USA ROYAL DANISH
Category
Mid-20th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Silver Asparagus Tongs London 1874 Henry Lias
By H.J. Lias
Son
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique English silver Asparagus Tongs London 1874 Henry Lias. Plain with pierced tongs, handle
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
12 Jezler .800 Fineness Silver Escargot Tongs
By Jezler
Located in Litchfield, CT
: “Solid silver escargot tongs from the Art Deco period… what could be more luxurious?”
Size: 6" long
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Dutch Silver Asparagus Tongs, by Jan Boon, 1906
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver asparagus tongs, by Jan Boon, 1906
The Hall marks of this Dutch silver asparagus
Category
20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Dutch Silver Asparagus Tongs 1920 with Pearl Edging
By Van Kempen
Located in Delft, NL
A Dutch silver asparagus tongs 1920 with pearl edging
The hallmarks of this Dutch silver
Category
20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Continental Silver Claw Talon Ice or Sugar Tongs
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Highly stylized silver ice tong featuring etched claw (talon) feet to grab your ice or sugar. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Sugar Tongs Lot - 7 pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
3 American Chippendale tongs
1 Ant. Hammered Shreve
2 Betsy Patterson
1 Ant. Hammered Reed & Barton
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare International Art Deco Sterling Silver Ice Tongs #387
By International Silver
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Art Deco ice tongs in sterling silver.
Marked #387.
By the International Silver
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Silver Escargot Tongs and Forks, Set of Six by Gebruder Reiner
By Gebruder Reiner
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare 800 silver set of escargot tongs and forks by Gebruder Reiner. They are hallmarked Gebrüder
Category
Early 20th Century German Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket with Silver Plate Tongs
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Fine cut glass ice bucket with sterling silver rim and bail handle, marked "Sterling" and with the
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Cartier Midcentury Sterling Silver Cocktail Ice Tongs
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Mid-Century Modern sterling silver cocktail or ice tongs.
With scissor handles and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Sterling Silver Ice Tongs 2232-1 #18801
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier sterling silver ice tongs.
No monogram
Accordion scissor style ice tongs featuring 3 fork
Category
20th Century Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georgian Era Sterling Silver Tea Tongs/Sugar Nips
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georgian Era sterling silver Tea Tongs or Sugar Nips.
The scissor shaped Tea Tongs/Sugar Nips were
Category
Antique 18th Century Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs, Antique George V
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, Fine and impressive, unusual set of six antique George V English sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1930s English Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Gorham Japanese Sterling Silver Sugar/Ice Tongs
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham sterling silver sugar/ice tongs in the 1875 Japanese pattern.
Marked: lion anchor G
Category
20th Century American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Ice Tongs by Aucello
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of sterling silver ice tongs.
By Aucello.
In sterling silver.
Mounted on each side
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Imperial Chrysanthemum Sterling Silver Large Ice Serving Tongs
By Gorham
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorham Imperial Chrysanthemum Sterling Silver Large Ice Serving Tongs
This very rare set of ice
Category
20th Century Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co. Saint Dunstan Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Saint Dunstan sterling silver asparagus tongs by Tiffany & Co. These sterling silver asparagus
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs/Nips
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen sterling silver sugar tongs/nips in the Acorn pattern. Marked: STERLING DENMARK GJ 935
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Co Sterling Silver Wave Edge Asparagus Tongs with Monogram
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver asparagus tong servers by Tiffany & Co in the Wave Edge pattern.
Monogram appears
Category
20th Century Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Gorham Sterling Silver Old Sovereign Sugar Tongs or Nips
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of sugar tongs or nips.
In sterling silver.
By the Gorham Manufacturing Co.
In the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany
Co. Italian Sterling Silver Shell Bowl Sugar or Ice Tongs
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of vintage silver suger or ice tongs.
In sterling silver.
By Tiffany & Co.
With
Category
20th Century Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Ice Tongs by Kirk, “Old Maryland Plain”, Late 19th Century
By S. Kirk
Sons
Located in valatie, NY
Sterling silver ice tongs by Kirk, “Old Maryland Plain”, late 19th century. This pattern
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Tiffany&Co Wave Edge Sterling Silver Gold Wash Sugar Tongs W/Mono, Pouch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver sugar tongs with gold washed shell tips by Tiffany & Co in the Wave Edge pattern
Category
Antique 19th Century Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Sterling Silver Art Deco Ice Bucket with Ice Tongs and Original Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous Cartier sterling silver ice bucket with tongs with its original box. It has a perforated
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Teak
.925 Etruscan Sterling Handle Salad Tongs Utensils Silverware
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Elevate your dining experience with these Art Deco Sterling Silver Salad Tongs. Crafted from
Category
Vintage 1930s American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Glass Ice Bucket or Pail in Sterling with Gilt Handle and Tongs
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
, sterling with gilt plated handle and tongs. Two-pronged tongs can rest on the edge-wall of the piece. A
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Gold Plate
Rare Antique Gorham Hindostanee Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Rare Hindostanee sterling silver ice tongs. Made by Gorham in Providence. U-form with gilt jaws, of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Edwardian Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
By Martin, Hall
Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian sterling silver sugar tongs, fiddle,thread and shell pattern,with three talon
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Danish Modern Sterling Silver and Glass Ice Bucket with Tongs
By Hugo Grün
Co. 1, Horsens Sølvvarefabrik 1
Located in New York, NY
modern sterling silver tongs. Made by Horsens in Copenhagen in 1958. Tapering U-form with wide and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Tiffany Winthrop Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Winthrop sterling silver ice tongs. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1909. U-form. Terminals
Category
Early 20th Century American Regency Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern sterling silver ice tongs. Made by Gorham in Providence. U-form with talon jaw
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Edwardian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
Located in New York, NY
American Edwardian Art Nouveau sterling silver ice tongs, ca 1910. U-form with open leaf jaw and
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Edwardian Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
Located in New York, NY
American Edwardian sterling silver ice tongs, ca 1920. U-form with leaf and scroll terminals. Jaws
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Kirk Repousse Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
By S. Kirk
Sons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Repousse sterling silver ice tongs. Made by S. Kirk & Son in Baltimore. U-form applied with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Edwardian Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Gorham Lancaster Sterling Silver Ice Tongs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Shreve
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Lancaster sterling silver ice tongs. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1900. U-form with
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Tongs by Frigast Silversmiths
By Frigast
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A vintage pair of sterling silver tongs decorated on either side with a contrasting panel of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Vintage Blue Glass Ice Buckets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
VINTAGE CUT BLUE GLASS ICE BUCKET WITH RATTAN WOVEN HANDLES. STERLING SILVER TONGS ALSO WRAPPED IN
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Repousse
Asparagus Serving Tongs
Located in Washington Crossing, PA
Sterling silver repousse' asparagus serving tongs
Beautiful Griffin tongs. Measures 8"
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Sugar Tongs #174
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Pyramid sugar tongs #174. Measures: 11 cm / 4 21/64 in.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Sugar Tongs No 174
By Georg Jensen, Johan Rohde
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver acorn sugar tongs No 174. Measures 10.3 cm / 4 in. Design Johan Rohde.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Sugar Tongs
Located in Southampton, NY
Just beautiful in their detail,
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter Spoon and Sugar Tongs
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The set including a
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Sterling Silver Engraved Sugar Tongs, London Late 18th Century
By Samuel Godbehere, Edward Wiggens
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Sterling sugar tongs with all over brite cut engraved decoration made by Samuel Godbehere and
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Tiffany
Co. Sterling Silver Pair of Ice Tongs Chrysanthemum Pattern
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American Tiffany & Co. sterling silver pair of ice tongs chrysanthemum pattern.
Tiffany sterling
Category
Mid-20th Century American Japonisme Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Dessert Spoons Set, Sugar Tongs, Box
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
French sterling silver tea coffee dessert spoons set, sugar tongs, box Rococo
Head of Minerve 1st titre
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Sterling Silver 18k Gold Tea Dessert Spoons Set, Sugar Tongs, Iris, Box
By Louis Ravinet and Charles D
Enfert 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Ravinet French sterling silver 18-karat gold tea coffee dessert spoons set, sugar tongs, box iris
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Pyramid 830 Silver Sugar Tongs from 1920s
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Pyramid 830 Silver Sugar Tongs from 1920s. Measures 11 cm / 4 21/64 in.
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English sterling silver asparagus tongues
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A heavy and fancy english sterling silver asparagus tongs with clear and identifiable hallmarks. It
Category
Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany Lap over Edge Acid Etched Asparagus Tongs, circa 1880
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Tiffany & Company sterling silver lap over edge acid etched asparagus tongs in the yoked bow
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Japonisme Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen "Acorn" Ice Bucket and Tongs by Johan Rohde, no. 1137
By Georg Jensen, Johan Rohde
Located in San Francisco, CA
tongs featuring acorns atop scrolls as the handles and leaves as the tips. Spring loaded and working
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Pair of Hester Bateman Bright Cut Sugar Tongs, Dated Circa 1784/85, London Assay
By Hester Bateman
Located in London, GB
Pair of Hester Bateman bright cut sugar tongs, Dated Circa 1784/85, London Assay
Nicely sprung for
Category
Antique 1780s English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany Sterling Silver Chrysanthemum Asparagus Tongs
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a fine pair of circa 1905 asparagus tongs by Tiffany, of New York, in the rare
Category
American Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs - William Eaton 1835
Located in Stamford, CT
Offered here is a pair of Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs by William Eaton in London England in
Category
Antique 19th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver Tongs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of sterling silver tongs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all sterling silver tongs available were constructed with great care. Find 101 antique and vintage sterling silver tongs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Sterling silver tongs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Sterling silver tongs made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many sterling silver tongs are appealing in their simplicity, but Tiffany
Co., Georg Jensen and Gorham produced popular sterling silver tongs that are worth a look.
How Much are Sterling Silver Tongs?
Prices for sterling silver tongs start at $65 and top out at $7,995 with the average selling for $595.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Sterling Silver Tongs
- 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.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 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, 2021Sterling 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, 2024Whether 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.
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From Arne Jacobsen to Zaha Hadid, Top Designers Tackle Tableware
Clever objects like these make feasting even more festive.
How the Chunky, Funky Ceramics of 5 Mid-Century American Artists Balanced Out Slick Modernism
Get to know the innovators behind the pottery countercultural revolution.
Ready for a Cinderella Moment? This Glass Handbag Is a Perfect Fit
Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.
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