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Antique French Napoleonic Sterling Silver Tableware Regency Empire Fish Slice
By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Gorham Manufacturing Company, Benedict Silver Co. 1, Odiot, Barbour Silver Co.
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
quality. The master's mark on silver was originally intended to expose silversmiths who did not adhere to
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Early 18th Century French Regency Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Silver Mustard Pots Blue Glass Liners 1st Empire Tableware a pair
By Odiot, Towle Silversmiths, Sheffield, Barbour Silver Co., Gorham
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
quality. The master's mark on silver was originally intended to expose silversmiths who did not adhere to
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Early 19th Century Belgian Empire Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Tableware Carneool Agate Flatware Serving Set Antique
By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Wallace Silversmiths, Gorham, Tiffany & Co., Edward & Sons, Sheffield 1
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
did not meet the specified quality. The master's mark on silver was originally intended to expose
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Mid-19th Century Dutch High Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Tableware Carneool Agate Flatware Pie Scoop Server
By Dorlyn Silversmiths, Wallace Silversmiths, Gorham, Edward & Sons, Sheffield 1, Tiffany & Co.
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
quality. The master's mark on silver was originally intended to expose silversmiths who did not adhere to
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Mid-19th Century Dutch High Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Antique Watson Sterling Silver Footed Centerpiece Compote Bowl B223 457g
By Watson Silver
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique Watson number B223 sterling silver footed trophy bowl / serving compote, monogrammed in
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Early 20th Century Antique Marks On Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Glass Decanters French Victorian Tableware Neoclassical a pair
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
did not meet the specified quality. The master's mark on silver was originally intended to expose
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19th Century Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Old English Silver Chinoiserie Centerpiece Bowl
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Old English sheffield silver plate tableware/barware centerpiece bowl . The centerpiece bowl
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Early 1900s English Chinoiserie Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Sterling Female College Graduation Honor Spoon Mechanics Silver Co
By Watson Silver
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique late 19th century sterling silver spoon with a handle in the shape of a female college
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Silver Beaker, Makers Mark SBF, Nuremburg, Circa 1670
Located in London, GB
German sterling silver beaker measuring 3.6” (12 cms) tall x 3" (7.5 cms) across the top and in excellent
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1670s German Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century Sterling Silver Soup Tureen Hammered Italian Venice Rococo
By Charles Nicolas Odiot
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
process gold and silver that did not meet the specified quality. The master's mark on silver was
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1760s Italian Rococo Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 80 pcs Dinner Old Early
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
handle. Early Dinner Size Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set - 80 pieces. This set includes
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Late 19th Century Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

British Colonial Antique 1910 Cheltenham Silver Coffee Service Sheffield England
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Miami, FL
1910 English silver coffee service by Cheltenham & Company, Ltd. Sheffield, England. All 4 pieces
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1910s English British Colonial Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Three Piece Teaset, Hallmarked:-Chester 1926 & Birmingham:-1927
By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.
Located in York, GB
Sterling Silver THREE PIECE TEASET - TEAPOT, SUGAR & CREAM All three pieces are by Barker Brothers
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1920s English Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1.56 Carat Sapphire and 1.20 Carat Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set earrings; part of our diverse antique floral jewellery collections. These fine and impressive
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Small Dutch Silver Octagonal Bowl, 1918
Located in St. Catharines, ON
silver, with date letter I for 1918, maker's mark and another punch with letter M. The spoon stamped
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1910s Dutch Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Small Dutch Silver Octagonal Bowl, 1918
Small Dutch Silver Octagonal Bowl, 1918
H 2 in W 2.13 in L 2.13 in
Art Nouveau Vase Ceramic Dragons 'Jugendstil' Markes on Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nouveau vase with stylized Dragons around the base. Great colors with orange at the neck. The base is marked with number ( 367 ) and inationals ( J B ) It is a big size at 21 1/2" he...
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1890s European Jugendstil Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Antique English Sterling Silver Pap Boat
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver pap boat from London, England, circa 1803. No monogram Pap boats are a
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Early 19th Century Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

British Colonial Antique 1910 Cheltenham Silver Coffee Service Sheffield England
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Miami, FL
1910 English silver coffee service by Cheltenham & Company, Ltd. Sheffield, England. All 3 pieces
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1910s English British Colonial Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver, Steel

English Silver Plated Bone Handle Four Piece Tea / Coffee Service / Tray
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Transport yourself to the elegance of the Early 20th Century with our English Silver-Plated Bone
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver 800 Plate with Fruit Decoration Vienna Diana Head Mark Made, circa 1890
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Official Silver Mark (used as from year 1867 until 1922):Diana's Head Mark master’s mark existing - but it
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Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Old English Georgian Style Silver Plate Egg Cruet Service For Six Persons
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Transform your breakfast table with this captivating Old English Silver Plate Egg Cruet Service for
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1870s English Georgian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Of Art Nouveau Carafes With Silver Mount by Barker Brothers Birmingham 1901
By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.
Located in Vienna, AT
- city mark of Birmingham Lion - 'Lion passant' England, Sterling Silver 925 'b' - date letter 1901-1902
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

1804 Danish Heart Vanity Pill box Sterling Silver / 34 g
Located in SE
letter monogram, back side dated 1804. Bottom of the foot with hallmarks 86 and marks of maker. Parcel
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Early 1800s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Antique Barker-Ellis English Oval Silver Plated Serving Tray
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large oval silver plated serving tray was made by the renowned Barker-Ellis Silver Co. of
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Elegant Silver 925 Wine Cooler, by Barker Brothers, Chester, England, 1910-1911
By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant crater-shaped silver wine cooler on an offset, stepped, round base with smooth, profiled
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1910s English Art Nouveau Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Convertible Candelabras/Candlesticks
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique silver plated convertible candelabras were made by the renowned Barker-Ellis
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bowl by William B. Kerr
By Kerr
Located in Troy, MI
apparent in this lovely sterling silver bowl! You will be ecstatic with this great addition to your table
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Serving Tray with Berry & Leaf Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
maker's mark for Barker-Ellis Silver Co.
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Barker-Ellis Edwardian Silver Plated Octagonal Gallery Serving Tray
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique serving tray was made by the well known Barker Ellis Silver Company of England and
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Oval Serving Tray with Pierced Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated serving tray was made by the renowned Barker-Ellis Silver Company of
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Hot Water Kettle with Floral Decoration
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated hot water kettle was made by the Meridian Company of the United States
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique German Rococo Revival Silver Dresser / Snuff Box by Gebrüder Dingeldein
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique German gilt solid silver hinged dresser or snuff box. With a shaped body
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Early 20th Century German Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Paula Wyman Art & Crafts Hand-Hammered Sterling Silver Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
on a shaped foot. In sterling silver. Made by the American female silversmith Paula Wyman
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Aesthetic Movement 7 Piece Silver Plated Tea Set with Floral Decoration
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated tea set was made by the Meridian Company of the United States in
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Submarine on Plinth
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive unusual antique sterling silver presentation submarine on
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1910s British Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Gallery Serving Tray with Ornate Engraving
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated serving tray was made by the well known Barker-Ellis Silver Co. of
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

1903 Antique Art Nouveau Hydrangea Repousse Sterling Silver Bowl by Alvin
Located in Troy, MI
condition, 6" diameter x 11.25" tall. Bowl is stamped STERLING, 1802 & makers mark for Alvin. Can be used
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Barker Ellis Silver Plated Serving Tray with Stylized Rope Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique rectangular silver plated serving tray was made by the well known Barker Ellis Silver
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

French Silver Mounted Two-Handled Earthenware Soup Crock Pot, Mark of Boin-Tab
Located in New York, NY
A French silver mounted two-handled earthenware soup crock pot. MARK OF BOIN-TABURET, PARIS
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19th Century French Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Earthenware

Large Barker Ellis Antique Silver Plated Serving Tray with Floral Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large and substantial serving tray was made by the well known Barker-Ellis Silver Co. of
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Russian Parcel-Gilt Silver Elizabeth I Covered Cup by Serebrianikov circa 1750
Located in St. Catharines, ON
mid 18th century silver charka or drinking cup was made Grigorii Serebrianikov in the ancient capital
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Mid-18th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

A Very Fine George V Period Silver Plated Entrée Dish, England Circa 1912
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
manufactured by Barker Ellis Silver Co. in 1912, together with early 20th century retailer marks for Z
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian 1860 Etruscan Revival Earrings 18Kt Gold with Carved Agates Intaglios
Located in Miami, FL
with the 18kt gold assay mark. The Victorian, era is one of the most influenced and influential
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1860s English Etruscan Revival Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Footed Dish or Bowl Model No 15
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sterling silver footed dish or bowl. In sterling silver. By Georg Jensen. Model
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 18th C George III Sterling Silver Salt Cellar by Robert Hennell I
By Robert Hennell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georgian salt cellar. In sterling silver. By Robert Hennell I. With scroll
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Sauce Boat Shell on Rock, England, 1920 Stamped
Located in Paris, FR
A rare silver sauce boat silver shaped as a shell on Rock made in England 1900 Anonymous artist
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1910s Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silvered Bronze Roman or Archaeological Revival Bowl by E F Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
piece of New York design history! With an engraved mark to the base: E F Caldwell & Co Inc - New York
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Early 20th Century American Etruscan Revival Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Silver Sugar Box Raised on Four Feet, Vienna Austria, 1853
Located in Delft, NL
bomb form with hinged cover and floral knob, raised on four feet. Silver Hall mark of Austrian Silver
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19th Century Austrian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Celestial Christofle Crystal Centerpiece Bowl On Fitted Silver Stand
By Christofle
Located in New York, NY
their elegant and high quality silver. This opulent antique centerpiece features an antique crystal
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Georgian Louis XVI 18th Century Dutch Silver Snuff Box Scent Box 1782
By Odiot, Durham Silver Co., Edward & Sons, Sheffield 1, Barbour Silver Co.
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
did not meet the specified quality. The master's mark on silver was originally intended to expose
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18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Sterling Silver Knights On Horseback, Import Marked London 1927
By Israel Segalov
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1927 by Israel Segalov, this wonderful pair of Sterling Silver
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1920s English Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair Antique 18th/19th C. English Sheffield Silver Plate on Copper Wine Coasters
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique Sheffield silver plate wine coasters. In the form of wirework baskets
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Large Art Nouveau Silver Centerpiece on Columns, by Bruckmann & Sons, Germany
By Bruckmann & Söhne
Located in Vienna, AT
Representative elegant silver jardinière on oval, fluted stepped base, bordered by palmette bands
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

William B. Durgin Co. 1900 Edwardian Neo Classic Center Bowl 925 Sterling Silver
By Durgin Silver Company, William B. Durgin
Located in Miami, FL
neoclassical patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The vase stand in a rounded
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Late 19th Century North American Edwardian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 19th Century French 800.S Silver and Hand Painted on Porcelain Seal
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 19th century French 800.s silver and hand - painted on porcelain seal stamp is with a
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Early 19th Century French Antique Marks On Silver

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Silver

Vintage Silver Plated Tea Set On Tray, English C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Very smart silver plated matching 4 piece tea set on a tray Fabulous quality. Makers marks on
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1920s English Edwardian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Silver

Hand Painted Royal Worcester Pitcher Year Mark, 1888
By Royal Worcester
Located in Lambertville, NJ
. Marked on the bottom with the Royal Worcester mark and year mark 1889.
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Paul Storr English Sterling Silver Covered Soup Tureen On Stand, London 1823
By Paul Storr
Located in Germantown, MD
, date and reign marks. This silver soup tureen, complete with matching cover, was crafted by arguably
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

4 Antique Sterling Souvenir Spoons Gorham Lunt Mechanics Missouri Columbia
By Watson Silver, Lunt Silver, Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Lot of four antique 19th century sterling silver souvenir spoons of Columbia, Missouri
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Aesthetic Movement Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bell on Stand 1873-1891
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
four fabulous paw feet. Marks: Tiffany & Co., inventory numbers, Sterling Silver on the base of the
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19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Marks On Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Antique Marks On Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique marks on silver available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique marks on silver — often made from metal, ceramic and silver — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique marks on silver is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Meissen Porcelain, Mason's Ironstone and Coalport Porcelain each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique marks on silver that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Marks On Silver?

A piece of antique marks on silver can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,814, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $2,342,348.
Questions About Antique Marks On Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How Italian silver is marked varies. However, the majority of pieces will have the word "Italy" stamped onto their surfaces, as well as the numbers 800 or 925. The 800 marking means that a piece is 80% silver and 20% alloy, while the 925 stamp indicates sterling silver, which is 92.5% silver and 7.5% alloy. Some Italian silver may also feature a maker's mark. Find a collection of Italian silver objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The five standard marks on British silver are the walking lion, the standing lion, the thistle, the crown harp and the image of Britannia. Pieces bearing the walking lion originate from England, while the standing lion represents Glasgow. The thistle is the sign of Edinburgh silver, and the crown harp is reserved for sterling silver from Dublin. If a piece bears the Britannia symbol, it means it is Britannia standard silver, which must be at least 95.84% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of British silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling 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.

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