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What does EPNS on silverware mean?
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On silverware, EPNS means electroplated nickel silver. It means that the silverware is an alloy formed out of nickel, copper and zinc and has a layer of pure silver over top. Find a variety of vintage and antique silverware on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair of Elkington English Victorian Sterling Silver Horse Goblets, 1860
By Elkington & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Victorian sterling silver goblets. Make by Elkington & Co. Ltd in Birmingham in 1860. Each: Ovoid bowl on knopped stem; raised foot. Chased and engraved horse scenes. On one,...
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gilt Metal Centrepiece Suite for the Duke of Sparta by Elkington & Co.
By Elkington & Co.
Located in London, GB
Gilt metal centrepiece suite for the Duke of Sparta by Elkington & Co.
English, Late 19th Century
Centrepiece: Height 58cm, width 81cm, depth 35cm
Candelabra: Height 66cm, diameter ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Centerpieces
Materials
Metal
Beautiful silver plated Food Cover Dome by Elkington & Co from 1904
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful silver plated Food Cover Dome by Elkington & Co (Birmingham, England) from 1904. Simple and elegant design with removable handle.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Articulated Victorian silver-plated wine coaster trolley
By Elkington & Co.
Located in London, GB
Superior quality, articulated Victorian silver-plated wine bottle or decanter coaster trolley. Made by the excellent Elkington & Co, this antique wine coaster trolley features cast g...
Category
Antique 1870s British Victorian Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
19th Century Victorian Silver Plated Shakespeare Charger, Elkington c.1850
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid 19th Century Victorian electroplated charger, featuring a depiction of William Shakespeare, Born 23 April 1561 - Died 23 April 1616. The charger is of a notably large siz...
Category
Antique 1850s English Other Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Very Rare Sterling Silver Tea Set, Etruscan Pattern, Elkington, G. Shieber
By Elkington & Co., George Shiebler
Located in Paris, FR
Exquisite sterling silver tea set crafted by the renowned Elkington & Co in collaboration with the esteemed American designer George Shieber. This exceptional tea set is a true maste...
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
