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What is the difference between silverware and flatware?
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The biggest difference between silverware and flatware is the materials. Although people may use the words interchangeably, silverware is technically the term for cutlery made from silver, while flatware features other materials like stainless steel. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Leighton Hall Traditional Mahogany Silverware Chest - Showroom Sample
By Leighton Hall Furniture
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a traditional mahogany silverware chest by Leighton Hall. It features swirly crotch
Category
2010s Philippine Hepplewhite Sideboards
Materials
Mahogany
Vtg English Queen Anne Mahogany Lift Top Silverware Chest Server Buffet Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Queen Anne mahogany lift top silverware chest server buffet cabinet. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Buffets
Materials
Brass
Incredible Tiffany And Company Oak Fitted Flatware Silverware Chest
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This incredibly large and elegant box/chest was made for Tiffany and Company to hold a large
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
English Burl Mahogany Inlaid Decorated Four Drawers Chest / Server
Located in Tarry Town, NY
sophistication. The chest is designed to hold your silverware, making it a practical and stylish addition to your
Category
Antique 1890s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Sola Elite 179 Pieces of Flatware with Teakwood Chest 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
and serving pieces in teak wood silverware chest having four drawers, maker mark as photographed, some
Category
Mid-20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Stainless Steel
Federal Style Oak Silver Chest on Stand, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
A Edwardian period Federal Style four drawer Oak Silverware Chest on stand, circa 1920s. All
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Serving Pieces
Materials
Oak
