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Pure Silver Antiques

Tiffany & Company, George Paulding Farnham, A Rare, Lavish Silver Centerpiece
By Paulding Farnham., Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Company and George Paulding Farnham, A rare, lavish and monumental sterling silver
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

9ct.GOLD PRESENTATION OPEN FACED POCKET WATCH - WALTHAM TRAVELER - Dated:- 1913
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in York, GB
9 & .375 - gold quality marks. 9 carat being 9 / 24ths of pure gold
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Gold

3 Porsgrund Serving Dishes “Bogstad Straw” Pattern Close to Royal Copenhagen
By Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
, characterized by a translucent white colour and a clear, glossy glaze. It consists of pure natural materials, is
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Early 20th Century Norwegian International Style Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain

2 Porsgrund Serving Dishes “Bogstad Straw” patern close to Royal Copenhagen
By Porsgrund Porselænsfabrik
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
, glossy glaze. It consists of pure natural materials, is 100% dense, very robust and suitable both for
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Early 20th Century Norwegian International Style Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain

Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Dish with Coat of Arms with Elephant
Located in Downingtown, PA
Latin motto, Pura Placet Piteas, roughly translates as "He likes pure piety". The reverse with a bamboo
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain

1920s Tribal Antique Moroccan Silver Bracelet
Located in Plainview, NY
A lovely handmade Moroccan Berber tribal pure silver bracelet. This beautiful and one of a kind
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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Multi-gemstone, Silver

Dutch VOC Silver Shipwreck Treasure Coins From The Akerendam Shipwreck 1724
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
in 1725. Uncleaned and pure, with UNC details and gloss of just being minted and never used. Of
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1720s Dutch Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Silver

Sterling Silver and Enamel Art Deco "Naughty" Cigarette Case. Dated 1928
Located in Incline Village, NV
inscription are four hallmarks; one implying ".925" silver (92% pure); that being a prancing lion with tail
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Enamel, Sterling Silver

Charles Schneider Pretty French Art Deco Chandelier, 1924-1928
By Charles Schneider
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
glass shades, powders are applied between two layers, that come hung at their elegant silver plated
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Bronze

Large Neo-Greek Vase by F. Levillain & F. Barbedienne, France, circa 1890
By Ferdinand Barbedienne, Ferdinand Levillain
Located in PARIS, FR
Artistic Bronzes that the work of Levillain « chased like the finest jewels » and « so diverse and pure of
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1890s French Greek Revival Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Marble, Bronze

'Sunny Afternoon', Chicago Impressionist, Paris, Grande Chaumiére, Woman Artist
By Pauline Palmer
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
pure Impressionism at the turn of the twentieth century, Pauline Palmer influenced the world of
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1910s American Impressionist Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Oil, Illustration Board

Conch Shell Glass Vase Iridescent Handmade Loetz Austria Jugendstil circa 1902
By Loetz Glass
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
, which makes the vase shine in a golden glow, the changing of colors in contrasting blue and silver tones
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Victor Saglier and Daum Nancy Art Nouveau Carafe
By Victor Saglier, Daum
Located in NANTES, FR
candlesticks in bronze or silver-yellow metal or cast zinc. On his death, the Victor Saglier company at 12 rue
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Metal

"A Man in His Garden, " Emil Carlsen, Backyard and Barn Impressionist Landscape
By Emil Carlsen
Located in New York, NY
silver of pots and bowls and the shadows that their curves and lines produced against shaded backdrops
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1890s American Impressionist Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A Roman Canal (after the water-colour drawing by Peter De Wint, 1784--1849).
By Sir Frank Short
Located in Storrs, CT
white wove paper. Housed in a 21 x 27 1/2-inch black and silver wood frame. "From a boat on the canal
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Early 20th Century Modern Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Mezzotint

Chandelier Art deco, Designer: Edgard Brandt, 1920, France, material: iron
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Mangiarotti, Mario Bellini, Carlo Scarpa) Finland: (Olivia Toikka) Plata Lappas (Lappas Silver): a goldsmith
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Iron

American Classical Coin Silver Christening Mug by Tifft & Whiting
Located in New York, NY
in leafing scrolled frame. Leaf-capped s-scroll handle. Maker’s stamp and phrase “Pure Silver Coin
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Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Silver

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Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This luxurious and rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. Retailed at the renowned J. E. Caldwell & Co., this exceptional timepiece is comprised of a French clock movemen...
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20th Century American Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Enamel

Antique Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
H 3.25 in W 2.5 in D 2.13 in
Prisma Amethyst Stainless Steel Flatware Set Service 60 Pieces
By Prisma
Located in Big Bend, WI
Elegant stainless steel Prisma - Amethyst by designer Larry Laslo for Mikasa - Japan, circa 1982. The handles of this set are made of lovely amethyst color Lucite with beveled edges ...
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20th Century Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Stainless Steel

One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
By Windsor & Newton
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Winsor & Newton 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist b...
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20th Century English Early Victorian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. San Lorenzo Silver Flatware Service, 248 Pieces
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extensive 248-piece sterling silver flatware service was crafted by the legendary Tiffany & Co. in the classic San Lorenzo pattern. Inspired by and named after the famous Floren...
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Early 20th Century American Renaissance Revival Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Cut-Glass Cruet Set by Paul Storr, Early 1800s
By Paul Storr
Located in North Miami, FL
Sterling silver and cut-glass cruet set by Paul Storr. A pair of cruets and two footed condiment jars, crafted of finely cut glass mounted in silver, are held securely on a distincti...
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Early 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Wallace Grande Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware with Orignal Canteen
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Van Nuys, CA
First produced in 1941, the design of Wallace Grande Baroque silverware was created by William S. Warren to celebrate the art of the Baroque period. In designing grande baroque flatw...
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1940s American Baroque Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

1882 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flask of Victorian Equestrian Riding Scene
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This acid etched and engraved Tiffany sterling silver flask with full marks for 1882 might be the most fully articulated narrative in Tiffany flask history — and that’s saying a lot,...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

Princess by Towle Sterling Silver Tea Set 7pc with Leaves Scrolls #7629 '#4930'
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Princess by Towle Remarkable Princess by Towle sterling silver very heavy seven piece tea set marked #7629. This set features crest and shield (see photos), and design of leaves a...
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20th Century American Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

"Galata Morente" Sculpture in Bronze and Marble F. Barbedienne Fonduer
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All ...
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1870s French Classical Roman Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Bronze

Enamel Swan Vase by Camille Fauré and Alexandre Marty
By Camille Fauré
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of graceful swans adorn the form of this vibrant vase by the great Camille Fauré. The French enamel artist is best known for his highly sculptural creations that layer enamel ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Copper

Pair of Bronze Mounted French Porcelain Covered Hexagonal Vases, Circa 1875
Located in New York, NY
Imari style with panels of foliage on a white ground alternating with panels on an underglaze blue ground with florets and flowers in a vase. The covers similarly decorated and with ...
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1870s French Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain

Antique Silver Pocket Watch Dated 1913 London Parkinson & Frodsham
By Parkinson & Frodsham
Located in London, GB
Antique Silver Pocket Watch Dated 1913 London Parkinson & Frodsham Famous prolific watchmakers in 5 Budge Row, Cannon St, London. Original owners initials.
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co sterling silver cutlery set of 8 pieces in a Florentine pattern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Braintree, GB
Tiffany & Co sterling silver cutlery set of 8 pieces in a Florentine pattern The cutlery set has initials. With this Tiffany & Co silverware set, you will have the perfect entertain...
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Early 1900s American Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Sterling Silver

French Cut Crystal / Gilt Bronze Caviar Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
French cut crystal gilt bronze mounted caviar service, the caviar service is in great condition. Minor shelve wear underneath consistent with age / use. The inner bowl is about 4.5 i...
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Late 20th Century French Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Crystal, Bronze

Meissen porcelain, an important life-Size seated monkey figure by J. J. Kandler
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
An important Meissen porcelain life-size seated monkey figure by J. J. Kandler with provenance from the Vanderbilt collection. Cobalt blue crossed swords mark inside the bottom of th...
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19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Pink Porcelain Clock by Japy Fréres in the Louis XVI Manner
By Japy Frères
Located in London, GB
A table clock in the Louis XVI Manner By Japy Frères The finely chased ormolu case is dressed with pink 'Sèvres' style hand decorated polychrome panels to the face and sides, dep...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Bronze, Ormolu

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Carrer de la Pietat
By Xavier Miserachs
Located in Barcelona, ES
in the most efficient way out of pure necessity.” Consequently, photography took under new
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1660s Old Masters Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin

Post Revolutionary American Mixed Pattern Coin-Silver Serving Spoons, S/7
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A grouping of seven mixed pattern, coin-silver serving spoons, American, circa 1830-1840. Wonderful
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Early 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Silver

Post Revolutionary American Coin-Silver Sterling Fiddle Thread Table Spoons, S/6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-1840. Sterling silver or pure coin silver. Very good antique condition, light wear with excellent
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Early 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Silver

French Art Deco Tea Service for Eight
Located in Great Barrington, MA
cups and saucers. Celadon green, pure white and gold embellish this lovely set.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain, Paste

c.1890 Antique French Cruche a Eau Yellow Glazed Water Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
pleasing proportions, it has a pure and functional form. This is a jug that can be used to ground a space
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19th Century French Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Terracotta

c.1890 Antique French Cruche a Eau Yellow Glazed Water Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
pleasing proportions, it has a pure and functional form. This is a jug that can be used to ground a space
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19th Century French Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Terracotta

Antique French Cruche a Eau Yellow Glazed Water Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
object. Hand-thrown and pot-bellied with pleasing proportions, it has a pure and functional form. This is
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19th Century French Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Earthenware

12 Bodley "Aesthetic Movement" Hand Painted Peacock Plates
Located in Great Barrington, MA
dimensional effect, with shaped rims on white ground with gold trim on the borders. Pure "Aesthetic Movement
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19th Century English Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain, Paste

19th C. Exquisite Hand Painted Botanical Dessert Set -17 Pieces
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Great Barrington, MA
as well as the centers and 14 dessert plates. This set is not only decorative as the pure white
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19th Century English Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Porcelain, Paste

Silver-Gilt Exhibition Tea Table by Maison Aucoc
Located in New Orleans, LA
. This incredible silver-gilt tea table is one such masterpiece, exhibited at not one but two
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Early 20th Century French Empire Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Silver

1916 English Dennison WW1, Trench Watch Solid Sterling Silver
By Waltham
Located in Raleigh, NC
watch Let’s review the Hallmarks Lion: That is British Stamp for Sterling Silver 925 ( 92.5% pure
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Sterling Silver

1916 English Dennison WW1, Trench Watch Solid Sterling Silver
1916 English Dennison WW1, Trench Watch Solid Sterling Silver
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H 0.39 in W 1.4 in Dm 1.4 in
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Ando Jubei
By Ando Jubei
Located in Christchurch, GB
with the foot rim and top lip formed from silver and stamped with the jungin pure silver mark, the
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Ando Jubei
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Ando Jubei
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H 12.25 in Dm 7.5 in
French Crown Jewels Burma Ruby Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Dramatic red rubies evoke pure drama in this magnificent necklace that hails from the French Crown
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Charles Schneider French Art Deco Pink Chandelier, 1924-1928
By Charles Schneider
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
. Mottled glass shades, powders are applied between two layers that comes hung at their original silver
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Bronze

Ancient Egyptian Ptolemaic Gold Octadrachm Coin of Queen Arsinoe II
Located in London, GB
of pure gold and would have been worth a fortune, even in antiquity. The equivalent to 100 silver
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18th Century and Earlier Cypriot Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Jean Puiforcat, Solid Sterling Silver Double-Handled Serving Tray, circa 1900
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in New York, NY
establish the company in the avant-garde of modern silver work. Driven by his father, Louis-Victor Puiforcat
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1890s French Empire Revival Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Limoges Porcelain Coffee Pot
By Limoges Elite Porcelain 1
Located in New Orleans, LA
accents, handle, and spout, on a pure white background, in flawless condition. A piece of history, to
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Gold

Lot of 17 Porsgrund Hand Painted Porcelain Plates in “Bogstad Straw” Pattern
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
clear, glossy glaze. It consists of pure natural materials, is 100% dense, very robust and suitable both
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Early 20th Century Norwegian International Style Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Onyx - Silver and Lapis Lazuli Box, circa 1925 Sold by Asprey London
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Stunning onyx box / case with lapis lazuli and sterling silver. Marked Asprey and dated 1925 London
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Silver

Set of Six Antique Italian Silverleaf Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
examination you can see the pure silver peeking through the top layers. Absolutely spectacular is the only way
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19th Century Italian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Silver Leaf

Heavy Gold Octadrachm Medallion Coin of Queen Arsinoe II, 253 BC
Located in London, GB
minted in ancient times. These medallic pieces were struck from nearly an ounce of pure gold and were
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Classical Greek Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Gold

Rosima. Couture.
By Sheila Metzner
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
label on verso. Framed in a contemporary silver-leaf moulding with hand silk wrapped double ply matting
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1850s Contemporary Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Charcoal, Pigment, Carbon Pigment

After Henri Matisse - Blue Nude
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
idyllic open fields dressed in pure color and sensual outline. Two women lounge in the sunlight while two
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1920s Abstract Impressionist Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Lithograph

Henri Matisse - The Saint Michel Bridge - Original Etching
By Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
world of hallucinatory vividness composed of nymphs set in an idyllic open fields dressed in pure color
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1920s Modern Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Etching

Vegetables
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
world of hallucinatory vividness composed of nymphs set in an idyllic open fields dressed in pure color
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1920s Modern Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Lithograph

Vegetables
Vegetables
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.04 in
Werkstatte Hagenauer Six Liqueur Glasses
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, AT
reduced forms of animals and humans were highly asked for; the pure shape dominated the functionless
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Brass

Late 19th-Early 20th Century, Turkish Pure Silver Hookah with Gilding
Located in London, GB
The nargile (NAHR-gee-leh), or Turkish water pipe, has for centuries been an icon of Eastern café culture. By forcing tobacco smoke through water, the nargile partially filters tar a...
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19th Century Turkish Other Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Glass

Victor Boivin French Sterling and Crystal "Aiguière" Claret Jug, circa 1880
By Victor Boivin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
% pure and higher than the .925 standard for "sterling" silver). Rocaille encircling the silver base
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1880s French Louis XV Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Superb 1920's Green Beaded & Silver Sequined Dress/Black Net
Located in Oradell, NJ
embellished with long green glass beaded fringe. The silver sequin work in pure Art Deco patterns sparkles
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Georg Jensen Ring No. 26 with Lapis Lazuli
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
the pure soul of the subject continued when he changed his life to work in silver. This unique ability
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1920s Danish Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Syrian-Anglo/Indian Chest
Located in Hudson, NY
a five drawer chest with mother-ofpearl inlaid. set in silver metal. and the top is a pure white
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19th Century Syrian Antique Pure Silver Antiques

Materials

Marble

Syrian-Anglo/Indian Chest
Syrian-Anglo/Indian Chest
H 55.75 in W 48 in D 21.75 in
Georg Jensen Cufflinks No 6 Very Rare
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
the pure soul of the subject continued when he changed his life to work in silver. This unique ability
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1920s Danish Antique Pure Silver Antiques

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Pure Silver Antiques For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of pure silver antiques available for sale. The range of distinct pure silver antiques — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of pure silver antiques available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Art Nouveau pure silver antiques are consistently popular styles. Many pure silver antiques are appealing in their simplicity, but Boots Pure Drug Co. produced popular pure silver antiques that are worth a look.

How Much are Pure Silver Antiques?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $895, while they’re typically $295 on the low end and $7,000 highest priced.
Questions About Pure Silver Antiques
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.