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How can I tell if a silver spoon is antique?

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How can I tell if a silver spoon is antique?
To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Russian Silver Spoons on 1stDibs
19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867 A Russian silver spoon with an engraved spoon tray
Category

Antique 19th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Set of 2 Antique Russian 1876 Moscow 84 Silver Engraved Spoons
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 2 antique Russian silver spoons, .875 fineness. Beautiful etched design on the back of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Tableware

Materials

Silver

Russian Imperial-era Silver Caviar Spoon by Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1913
By Pavel Ovchinnikov
Located in St. Catharines, ON
This Russian silver spoon was presented the year of the Romanov Tercentenary in 1913. Its fig
Category

Vintage 1910s Russian Russian Empire Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Russian silver & enamel spoon. With polychrome cloisonné enamel decoration to both the
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Russian Silver Nicholas I Salt Spoon, Moscow, 1833
Located in St. Catharines, ON
From the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas I, in the form of a shovel with gilded bowl (worn) Moscow 1833, assaymaster Nikolai Dubrovin, with maker’s mark, fully hallmarked -4 ...
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Antique 1830s Russian Russian Empire Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Fine Antique 19th Century Russian Silver Caviar Spoon
Located in New York, NY
Classic Russian silver caviar spoon with an elegant twist handle 19th Century Beautifully made
Category

Antique 19th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

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