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Torrini aperitif set with 6 wooden and 925 sterling silver swords
Located in Perugia, IT
Torrini aperitif set with 6 wooden and 925 sterling silver swords Sword holder measurements mm 65 x 65 x 60 Spadine length mm 125 Total height including swords mm 150 Made in Florence - Italy Nice aperitif tableware made of wood and silver in the typical style of the old Torrini goldsmith workshop in Florence. Torrini is the owner of its trademark (Torrini 1369...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Very Rare Tasmanian S/Silver Souvenir Spoon by Taylor Sharp. Australia, c1910.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Very Rare & Important Piece of Australiana is a Sterling Silver Souvenir Spoon by Taylor & Sharp of Hobart & a collector's item ...
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1910s Australian Edwardian Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

1888 Antique Russian A. Aleksandrov 84 Silver Tea Cup Saucer/ 226gr
Located in SE
Handsome antique Russian solid 84 Silver Tea Mug /Cup and a matching dish. Beautiful pieces with matching hand-engraved decorations. Engraved inscription in Russian on the holder "...
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1880s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Tiffany Co. Aesthetic Sterling Silver Stylized Peacock Tail Footed Bonbon Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine small-scale Aesthetic Movement period footed or handled bowl. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of a stylized peacock feather with a curved handle. Decorated further with stippled peacock decoration to the handle. Simply a wonderful Tiffany dish...
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19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gustav Klingert Imperial Russian Gilt Silver Cloisonné Enamel Spoon
By Gustav Klingert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Russian gilt silver & cloisonné enamel spoon. By Gustav Klingert of Moscow Russia. With a twisted handle and an enamel terminal. The bowl is ...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Enamel

Georg Jensen USA Sterling Silver LaPaglia Design Napkin Ring #21186
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen USA sterling silver napkin ring, LaPaglia design. No monogram or engraving. This beautiful napkin ring was designed by Alphonse LaPaglia and features a floral open wor...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Brandimarte water pitcher in 925 sterling silver
Located in Perugia, IT
925/ooo sterling silver water table pitcher. Manufactured by Brandimarte - Florence - Italy Weight g 970 Height 23 cm Width including handle cm 23 Base 11 cm Hammered workmanship ha...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

4-Piece Coffee Set with Tray in 925 Silver by Messulam, Italy (1900)
Located in Bergamo, BG
Prestigious 4-piece coffee set in 925 silver, crafted in Italy by the renowned artisan Messulam in 1900, in refined 18th-century style. The set includes a teapot, coffee pot, creamer...
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20th Century Italian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 #18392
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 This beautiful wine cup by designer Georg Jensen (Denmark) was meticulously crafted from sterling silver in a gorgeous, h...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Fabergé Round Cut Glass Silver Dish
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé round cut glass & silver dish, silver laurel wreath and bow handles, fluted silver rim with a cross relief on either side, the circumference of glass with alternate star an...
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Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Tiffany Co. Makers Sterling Silver 925 Serving Platter Bowl Tray Deco Monogram
Located in San Fernando, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Sterling Silver 925 Platter Bowl Tray Serving or Decorative piece Approx. : 6 5/8" L X 10 5/8" W x 1 1/8" D Oval Shaped Weight Approx. 410 grams Hall Marked: "TIFFANY &...
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Mid-20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Scottish Quaich or Drinking Bowl by Robert Sawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Scottish quaich. In sterling silver. Smithed by Robert Sawers of Edinburgh in 1901. The quaich is a 2-handed drinking cup or bowl that was tr...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Figural Shell Tea Caddy Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver tea caddy spoon. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a scalloped shell bowl and a wide tab handle. Fully marked to the reverse. Simply a wonderful Tiffany tea caddy...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Sterling Silver Beaded Edge Shallow Footed Bowl 7 3/4" #18881
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver beaded edge shallow footed bowl by Tiffany & Co, pattern #24034. Beautifully smooth polished design with beaded edge shallow bowl and foot. Does not include Tiffany ...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

1826 Antique Russian Basket Candy Dish solid 84 Silver / 288 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Basket in solid 84 Silver in Empire style, fire-gilt with cast and hand-engraved decorations, in perfect condition after 199 years of existence Measures: 16 cm long ...
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1820s Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Heart Match Safe / Vesta by William Hair Haseler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian figural matchsafe or vesta. In sterling silver. In the shape of a heart. Made by William Hair Haseler of Birmingham, England in 1898. With engraved leaf decorati...
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Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

1927 Large Danish Cup solid Gilt 830 Silver / 319 gr
Located in SE
Handsome Danish Cup hand - made in Copenhagen in 1927. Thick and firm walls with ornaments both hammered and engraved. Danish control hallmarks confirming at least 830 Silver alloy...
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1920s Danish Greek Revival Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Faberge Pink and Green Enamel Taperstick Holder by Faberge
Located in London, GB
A Faberge pink & green enamel taperstick holder by Faberge', the sconce of translucent pink enamel on an engine turned radiating guilloché ground, the pink column...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1865 Antique Tsarist Imperial Russian Cup Bokal 84 Sterling Silver / 160 gr
Located in SE
Handsome antique Russian Empire Sterling Silver cup or "Бокал" / Bokal with delicate ornamental floral engraving. This piece has seen some life: it demonstrates two dividing parts w...
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1860s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

19th Century Sterling Silver Tiffany Co. Flask
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flask. Engraved with a portrait of a young woman in fashionable dress resting among foliate sprays. New York, Circa 1891 - 1902. 5 3/4" high x 3 3/4" wi...
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Late 19th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 2 Tiffany Co Broom Corn Sterling Silver Grapefruit Spoons w/Mono #15281
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 2 Tiffany & Co sterling silver grapefruit spoons in the Broom Corn pattern by Tiffany & Co with monogram. Monogram appears to be ABH Beautiful and unique grapefruit spoons i...
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany Co Sterling Silver Persian Acid-Etched Serving Tray/Cake Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine cake stand or footed serving tray. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a Persian pattern or Islamic style ornate acid-etched design. Fully hallmarked to the reverse....
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Early 20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany CO. Sterling Silver Baby Spoons (Set of 2) #22642
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Baby Spoons (Set of 2) - These elegant Tiffany & Co. baby spoon set is crafted in sterling silver in the original Tiffany blue box. Size: approx. 4.25...
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20th Century Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Pie Server
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany co. Material: sterling silver Weight: 168.5 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Russian Silver Cloisonné Enamel Tea Spoon Gilt Twisted Stem
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your collection or table setting with this exquisite Antique Russian Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Tea Spoon, a masterwork of traditional Russian silversmithing and enamel arti...
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20th Century Russian Russian Revival Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Big and Heavy Sterling Silver Fruit, Flower Bowl, Basket, Hazorfim, Judaica
Located in Berlin, DE
Big and very heavy sterling silver fruit bowl, basket. Hazorfim. Beautiful decoration object.
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Alfredo Sciarrotta Modernist Mid-Century Handmade Sterling Silver Leaf Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Modernist leaf bowl. In sterling silver. By Alfredo Sciarotta. With an organic edge, 'stem' tab handle, and ball feet. Handmade in Sciarrotta's silver shop and r...
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 3 Vintage Sterling Silver Rooster Form Martini / Cocktail Picks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 3 vintage martini or cocktail picks. In sterling silver. With rooster finials. Simply great bar accessories! Date: Mid-20th Century...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Table Spoon with Diamond Accents
Located in BADALONA, ES
Handcrafted table spoon in sterling silver. The form is defined by a sculptural floral handle, integrated into the structure of the object rather than applied as decoration. The silv...
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Cartier / Robert Linzeler Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tray / Platter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, French Art Deco serving tray or platter. In 950 silver. Of a six-sided or hexagonal form with a shaped edge, stepped rim, and a shallow well. Decorated with a raised...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

CARTIER Pocket Make Up Hand Mirror with Leather Case Sterling Silver Lapis
Located in Switzerland, CH
CARTIER pocket hand mirror with leather case A very rare and limited piece 925 Sterling Silver with Lapis stone detail Looks like a sea shell - such a special piece! The front has a mirror Ideal gift for any Cartier fan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Set of 7 Christofle Sterling Silver Chinon Modern Hollow Knives 9 3/4" #20509
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 7 sterling silver handle modern hollow dinner knives in the Chinon pattern by Christofle France. The Chinon pattern was in production from 1991-2018. It features a classic fi...
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20th Century French Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bowl by William B. Kerr
By Kerr
Located in Troy, MI
William B. Kerr was a manufacturer of flatware, hollow-ware & jewelry from 1880's - 1927 before it was absorbed by Gorham. They were well regarded for their Art Nouveau style in thei...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Art Deco 537 C Sterling Silver Candelabra by Harald Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of sterling silver candelabra. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Model No. 537 C. Designed by Harald Nielsen. Simply a stunning pair of Jensen candelabra...
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20th Century Danish Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot Likely by Charles Wright
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A George III sterling silver coffee pot with a wooden handle likely by Charles Wright of London. The pot features what could be described as Rococo period repousse swags and floral s...
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18th Century British George III Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of 12 David Andersen Gilt Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Demitasse Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 demitasse and coffee spoons. By the David Andersen silver company of Oslo, Norway. In gilt sterling silver with ornate cobalt blue and white enamel decoration. D...
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Early 20th Century Danish Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany Co. Makers Silver Soldered EF Toothpick Holder
Located in Montreal, QC
Tiffany and Co makers, 9577-25 silver soldered EF toothpick holder. Measures 40mm x 44mm in diameter, marked at the base. In good condition.
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20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Rare Set of 9 Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extremely rare set of sterling silver butter pats. In the Vine pattern decorated with raised poppies and other flowers around the rim's edge. By Tiffany & Co. Monogrammed to t...
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Early 1900s Unknown Modern Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique William Spratling Taxco Sterling Silver and Ebony Salt Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of silver & ebony wood salt & pepper shakers. In sterling silver. By William Spratling of Taxco, Mexico. Each with a square ebony block with silver accents supporting ...
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1960s Mexican Modern Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Owl Salt Pepper Shakers Model No. 36A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of figural silver salt & pepper shakers. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Model. no. 36 A. Designed by Georg Jensen. Each modeled as an owl perched on a ribbed ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Cactus Sterling Silver Napkin Ring 81A w/Mono #19423
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver napkin by Georg Jensen Denmark in the Cactus pattern, #81A, with monogram. Monogram appears to be BB Created by long-time Jensen designer Gunorph Albertus, the Cactus pattern was introduced in 1930 and features an Art Deco cactus blossom design. Hallmarks date this piece to circa 1925-32. Measures approx 9/16" wide, opening measures approx 1 15/16" x 15/16" Weighs approx 40.1g, 25.8dwt. Marked GA GEORG JENSEN in crown topped dotted oval DENMARK STERLING GI 925S in dotted circle...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Lemon Fork with Tea Kettle finial, C.1900
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Chinese Silver Lemon Fork with Tea Kettle finial, C.1900. Lemon wedge fork splay tines, bamboo style stem. Could also be used as an hors d'oeuvres pick. Chinese mark and test...
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1890s Chinese Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Silver Tapio Wirkkala Art 1961
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Tapio Wirkkala Art 1961 Tapio Wirkkala (1915-1985) rose to world fame in the early 1950s following the breakthrough of Finnish industrial design. He was an exceptionally prol...
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1960s Modern Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique English Victorian Sterling Silver Glass Cruet Set by Richards Brown
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian cruet set. Made George John Richards & Edward Charles Brown of London, England. Comprising of a sterling silver stand w...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Hermes Ashtray Vide Poche Promenade - Porcelain Extra Rare - Limited Edition
Located in Ottawa, CA
Vide Poche Promenade - Porcelain Extra Rare Limited Edition - 2412281533 Brand: Hermès Type / Model: Vide Poche / Change tray Material: Porcelain France Limoges Design: Promenade Ar...
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2010s French Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Rare Solid Silver Meiji Period Dragon Embossed Cigarette Case and Gold Gilding
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid silver Meiji period circa 1870 dragon embossed cigarette case with gold gilt internals If y...
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1870s Chinese Artist Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Set of 6 Christofle Sterling Silver Chinon Forks 8 1/8" #20510
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver forks in the Chinon pattern by Christofle France. The Chinon pattern was in production from 1991-2018. It features a classic fiddle design handle. The B on ...
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20th Century French Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Norway Boxed Spoons Set Ice -cream Coffee Enamel solid 830 Silver / 78gr
Located in SE
Vintage set of fine coffee / ice - cream spoons solid Gilt 830 grade Silver decorated with translucent Guilloche Enamels . Hand - made in ca. 1900s - 1920s at the workshop of Marius...
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1910s Norwegian Art Deco Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Gold-filled

Antique Luen Wo Chinese Export Silver Miniature Pumpkin Form Condiment Jar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese export silver condiment jar. By Luen Wo. In the form of a pumpkin supported by 3 ball feet with a hinged lid that has a small spoon hole. Marked to the base...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique Large Russian Silver 84 Gold Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in GB
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in Russia solid silver with gold gilt internals Cloisonne Enamel cigarette case...
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1880s Russian Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Carrs Silver Sterling Silver Straight Bottle Coaster New
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
New in box, fine straight bottle coaster crafted by Carrs Silver, Sheffield England. Designed and manufactured by prestigious silverware maker, Ron Carrs who founded his own company ...
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2010s British Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Cocktail Jigger or Measure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver cocktail jigger. By Tiffany & Co. With a gold wash and stepped, conical sides. Model no. 22714 Simply a great Tiffany cocktail jigger! Date: Mid-20th Cen...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Imperial Russian 84 Zolotnik Sterling Silver Cordial Cups - set of 2 #22631
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Imperial Russian 84 Zolotnik Sterling Silver Cordial Cups - set of 2 - These beautiful set of two imperial Russian sterling silver cordial cups are hand engraved with etched geometr...
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20th Century Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Silver Cloisonne Enamel Lemon Fork by Nikolay Zverev
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Russian silver lemon fork. By Nikolay Zverev With polychrome cloisonné enamel decoration to both the front and reverse. Simply a wonderful piece of Russian silver! Da...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Enamel

Museum Quality Pair of Gold and Enamel Zarfs
Located in New York, NY
Museum quality pair of gold and enamel Zarfs 18 karat gold with Swiss enamel made for the Turkish market. Zarfs were traditionally used for coff...
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19th Century Swiss Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Mid-Century Leaf Bowl and Matching Leaf Nut Dishes
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Tiffany & Co. Makers mid-century footed leaf bowl serving dish (one) and five matching individual nut dishes. Elevate your holiday events and dinner parties with this six piece set ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco La Pierre Babylonian Mixed Metals Sterling Silver Copper Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Art Deco mixed metals vase. From the La Pierre Manufacturing Company's 'Babylonian' line. In sterling silver and copper. Consisting of a copper body with a wide sterling silver neck and rim and a sterling silver ferrule. With a lovely burnt red-orange patina to the copper. Founded in 1885 in New York City by Frank H. LaPierre, the LaPierre Manufacturing Company were makers of high quality sterling silver wares...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal

Antique Wang Hing Co. Chinese Export Silver Travel Dresser Bottle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese Export silver cased travel dresser bottle. The interior housing is an English glass dresser bottle with a stopper. The exterior consisting of a hand made con...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Tiffany Co Germany Sterling Silver Candlestick Holder #18880
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver candlestick holder by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful classic octagonal shaped candlestick in Art Deco style, circa 1920. Does not include Tiffany box or pouch. Measures ap...
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20th Century Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Makers Sterling Silver 1947-1956 Moore Candlestick #18476
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Makers Sterling Silver 1947-1956 Moore Candlestick This gorgeous candlestick by amazing designer Tiffany & Co was meticulously crafted from sterling silver in the beaut...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique and Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silver Plate

While early utensils were often shaped from clay, wood or bone, silversmiths later crafted flatware from precious metal. In the 19th century, mass production of electroplated flatware made silver utensils accessible to the middle class. Now, antique and vintage silver, flatware and silver-plate objects for dining and the home are heritage pieces reflecting this history of design.

Silver spoons were so prized in 15th-century England that people would travel with the valuable utensils. Forks in the 17th century were frequently made with steel and likewise only available to the upper class. Silver flatware continued to be produced in small workshops in the 18th century and was a luxury reserved for the elite. When George I came to the throne in 1714, the silver dining service — including plates, dishes, soup tureens, chargers and sauceboats — became all-important.

Innovative manufacturing techniques such as the electroplating process in the 19th century would transform silversmithing with industrialization. Sheffield plate was used from 1750 to 1880 and involved a fusion method to fabricate everything from knife handles to serveware. French industrial chemist Henri de Ruolz discovered a gilding and silver-plating process for metals in 1841, with the silver-like results so celebrated that Napoleon III ordered a 3,000-piece flatware set. The expansion of table service in the Victorian era also led to an increasing number of flatware and serving pieces in a canteen, or cutlery chest, all with specific uses, from toast forks to butter picks.

While affordable metal flatware is widely available today, historic brands including Gorham Manufacturing Company — whose legendary contribution to the history of silver making started in 1831 — and Christofle continue the tradition of silver and silver-plate flatware.

Browse 1stDibs for both antique and contemporary silver, flatware and silver-plate objects in a range of elegant designs to enhance your dining table.

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