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Set Antique / Vintage German Art Deco Butter and Plates, 1920-1930
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Art Deco 1920s-1930s plates. A butter tureen, a strainer and plates and saucers. Overall
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

10 Tiffany Le Tallec Private Stock Porcelain Bread & Butter Plates in Directoir
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Gardena, CA
10 Tiffany & Co. Le Tallec Private Stock Porcelain Bread & Butter Plates in Directoir A yellow
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20th Century Directoire Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Antique / Vintage German Art Deco Butter and Plates, 1920-1930
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Art Deco 1920s-1930s 3 plates. A fruit strainer and a jar Overall condition A++ (Good). Chip to
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Fitz & Floyd Bread & Butter Plates Renaissance Peach W/ Wide Gold Verge Line 8
By Fitz and Floyd
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fitz and Floyd bread & butter plates renaissance peach w/ wide gold verge line set of 8. All in
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Late 20th Century Japanese Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Arabia - Kosmos - Plates (6x)
By Arabia, Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
, cups and saucers and butter jars. Gunvor Olin-Grönqvist worked her whole life for the Arabia factory
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Arabia - Kosmos - Plates (6x)
Arabia - Kosmos - Plates (6x)
H 0.79 in Dm 7.88 in
Antique Meriden Co Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Butler Butter Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Meriden Co Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Butler Butter Dish. Item features "C
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Lovely antique Victorian silver plated butter dish
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely antique Victorian silver plated butter dish, having a lovely antique Victorian silver plated
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Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

12 Heavily Gilt Encrusted Antique Minton England Dinner Plates, Artist Signed
By Minton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ordered dinner plates with exquisite raised tooled gilding. The collars feature fan flower and shell
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Antique Early 1900s British Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold, Enamel

10 French Orchies Faience Majolica Asparagus and Artichoke Plates with Platter
By Orchies
Located in Birmingham, AL
artichokes, the plate and platter both have a scalloped rim and a deep well for butter, hollandaise, or any
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience, Majolica

Modernist "Mondrian" Pattern Service for 14 Fine China Plates by Royal Worcester
By Royal Worcester
Located in New York, NY
Plates (14): 8" Diameter X .5"H Bread & Butter Plates (14): 6" Diameter X .25"H
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Vintage 1980s British Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Silver Plated Butter Dish, Made, C. 1880
By Henry Wilkinson & Co.
Located in London, London
Made circa 1880 by Henry Wilkinson & Co, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Silver Plated Butter
Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Domed French Silver Plate Repoussé Butter or Covered Dish Plate
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Acquired in Paris France, a Repoussé Domed plate. A great piece for butter, or condiments, and
Category

20th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Silver-Plated Double Butter Dome, from the Hotel Juana
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A rather stylish 1950s double butter dome, its silver-plated cloches mounted on a raised
Category

Mid-20th Century French Crystal Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Coronet Silver Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Dish Crown Handle
By Coronet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Coronet Silver Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Dish with Royal Crown Handle. Circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Wallace Bros & Co. Silver Plated Victorian Butter Dish Reticulated Lid
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Wallace Bros & Co. Silver Plated Victorian Butter Dish Reticulated Lid. Item features the
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Old Decorative English Davenport Porcelain Butter Dish in Silver Plate Stand
Located in North Salem, NY
Attractive Old Davenport Porcelain Butter Dish with Silver Plate Cover with Shell Detail in a
Category

Early 20th Century English Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Wedgwood Amherst Pattern 20 Piece Set of Five Place Settings New in Box
By Josiah Wedgwood
Located in Lomita, CA
include bread and butter plate, a salad/dessert plate a dinner plate and a cup and saucer. The dinner
Category

2010s English Baroque Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Gorham YC 775 Silver Plated Modern Butter Dish with Glass Liner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gorham YC 775 Silver Plated Modern Butter Dish with Glass Liner. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Gorham YC 775 Silver Plated Modern Butter Dish w/ Glass Liner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gorham YC 775 Silver Plated Modern Butter Dish w/ Glass Liner. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Rogers Smith & Co Victorian Silver Plated Butter Cheese Dish Hoof Feet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Rogers Smith & Co Victorian Silver Plated Butter Cheese Dish Hoof Feet. Item features has a
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Old George III Sheffield Silver Plated Butter Dish, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique George III Old Sheffield silver plated butter dish, circa 1820 in date
Category

Antique 1820s English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Lauren Ralph Lauren Silk Moire Ice Dinnerware Set 44 pieces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
9 Dinner plates 9 Salad plates 9 Bread and butter plates 10 Saucers 7 Cups
Category

2010s Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Beautiful American Adams Rose ironstone dinnerware Set
By Adams
Located in Tarry Town, NY
" salad plates (8) 8" salad plates (6) 7" bread and butter plates (2) 9-3/8" luncheon plates (5) 9
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Dinner Plates

Materials

Pottery

67 Pieces Of Lenox Royal Scoll Dinnerware Set
Located in Tarrytown, NY
LENOX ROYAL SCROLL 11 Dinner Plates 11 Salad plates 6 Soup bowls 11 Bread and butter plates 11
Category

2010s Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Royal Crown Derby Partial Dinner Service
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Buchanan, MI
, comprising of ten dinner plates and ten bread and butter plates, six smaller plates and one serving plate
Category

20th Century Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

English Porcelain 'Jade' Pattern Service, Coalport, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
. Comprising 12 dinner plates, 12 luncheon plates (one as is), 12 bread and butter plates, 12 cups and saucers.
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wedgwood Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service For 12 People
By Wedgwood
Located in Tarry Town, NY
87 pieces all-together. 12 dinner plate 10 3/4" D. 12 Salad plate 8" diameter. 12 Bread & butter
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Vintage 1960s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

Royal Copenhagen Porcelain "Flora Danica" Dinner Service for 12
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in New York, NY
butter plates measuring 5.75" diameter 12 "3573" salad/ dessert plates measuring 7 5/8" diameter 12
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20th Century Danish Neoclassical Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Dinner set for 6 (12 pieces) Hand Painted Italian Faience Garofano Faenza
Located in London, GB
plates) hand-painted majolica from Faenza, Italy . Created and decorated entirely by hand by master
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Revival Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Wedgwood American Clipper Collectible Blue White Porcelain Partial 40-Piece Set
By Wedgwood
Located in Lomita, CA
plates 9 Bread & Butter plates 9 Salad/Dessert plates 6 Cups and Saucers 2 Vegetable Serving Bowls 9
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20th Century English American Classical Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Large German Porcelain Dinner Service, Meissen, circa 1875
Located in New York, NY
butter plates.
Category

Antique 1870s German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Herend Queen Victoria Older Version Dinner China Set for 11 Plus '70 Pieces'
By Herend
Located in Miami Beach, FL
& butter plates 6" 12 - Cups 3/5" x 2" & Saucers 5.5" - the cup handle is green 12 - Rim soup bowls 9.5".     
Category

20th Century Hungarian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Antique / Vintage German Art Deco Objects 1920-1930 Spritz Decor
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Art Deco 1920s-1930s plates. A butter base of a lamp, a jug and a serving bowl. Overall
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Set Antique / Vintage German Art Deco Objects 1920-1930 Spritz Decor
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Art Deco 1920s-1930s plates. A butter base of a lamp, a jug and a serving bowl. Overall
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

German Porcelain Dinner Service For Eighteen People
Located in Tarry Town, NY
plates 10" diameter. 18 salad plates 8" diameter. 18 bread & butter plates 6.4" diameter. 18 coffee / tea
Category

Early 20th Century German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wedgwood Porcelain Dinner Service for Twelve People
Located in Tarry Town, NY
" diameter. 12 salad plates 8.1 diameter. 12 soup / cereal plates 8" diameter . 12 bread and butter plates 6
Category

Mid-20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

Mancioli Drum Pattern Dinnerware/Service for Eight
By Mancioli Pottery
Located in Bridgeport, CT
inch salad plates (8) 6.5 inch bread and butter plates (8) 3 inch by 3 inch mugs (8) soup bowls 4.75
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Pottery

Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
sauce tureens, covers and stands, a similar smaller sauce tureen, cover and stand, two butter dishes and
Category

Antique 1890s German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Fabulous Art Deco Inspired Hand-Painted Complete Dinner Service for 12-60 Pieces
By Carole Stupell
Located in Great Barrington, MA
plates 7 7/8". Bread and butter plates 6 3/8", the cups are 4" D and saucers 5 3/4" D.
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wedgwood Fine Bone China Dinnerware Patrician Pattern England 165pcs
By Wedgwood
Located in Miami, FL
items: dinner plates, coffee cups/saucers.  Any damage has been described along the number of each piece
Category

Mid-20th Century English Romantic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

4 Antique Whiting Mfg Sterling Silver Bone Dish Butter Pat Coaster Nut Plate 3"
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four antique Whiting Manufacturing Co sterling silver bone / nut dishes with beaded edge
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

28 Plates, Royal Copenhagen Blue Fan, Bread and Butter Plates
Located in Copenhagen, DK
28 plates. Royal Copenhagen blue fan, bread and butter plates. Designed by Arnold Krog in 1909
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Art Nouveau Porcelain

Harker Bread & Butter Plates, Set of 6
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of six dessert or bread and butter plates made by Harker for Bakerite. Square plates are
Category

Mid-20th Century American Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Harker Bread & Butter Plates, Set of 6
Harker Bread & Butter Plates, Set of 6
H 0.75 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Set of Six KPM Bread and Butter Plates
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a set of six KPM bread and butter plates. They depicts a bouquet of flowers in the center
Category

Mid-20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Déco Sheffield Butter Dish
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/2159 - Elegant and practical Déco butter dish, Sheffield marked, indispensable on every table
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Déco Sheffield Butter Dish
Déco Sheffield Butter Dish
H 4.53 in Dm 8.67 in
Bread & Butter Plate Replacement Kingswood by Royal Doulton
Located in BILBAO, ES
Bread & Butter plate Replacement Flatware & dinnerware Kingswood by Royal Doulton Measure: Width
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21st Century and Contemporary English Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 8 Limoges Gold Encrusted Bread and Butter Plates
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 8 Limoges gold encrusted bread and butter plates 6.25". Wonderful age appropriate condition
Category

Early 20th Century French Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Estate 1950's American Reed & Barton Silver 3 Piece Lotus Flower Butter Dish
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate 1950's American Reed & Barton Silver Plated 3 Piece Lotus Flower Butter Dish.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Bread and Butter Plates Nantgarw Porcelain, circa 1815
By Moses Webster, Nantgarw Pottery
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An exceptionally rare pair of bread and butter plates in Nantgarw’s superb soft-paste porcelain
Category

Antique 1810s Welsh Regency Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Bread & Butter Plate Replacement Minton Persian Rose by Royal Doulton
Located in BILBAO, ES
Bread & Butter plate Replacement Flatware & dinnerware Minton Persian Rose by Royal Doulton
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

La Rochelle by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 137 pc Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental rare La Rochelle by International, circa 1909, sterling silver Flatware set - 137 Pieces
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Monticello by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 144 Pieces Dinner
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
place soup spoons, 7" 12 flat handle butter spreaders, 5 1/2" 12 fruit knives, plated blades, 6 1/2" 12
Category

Early 20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wild Rose Rosalind Old by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 142 Pcs Dn
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
1921, sterling silver Flatware set, 130 Pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives w
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian set of six butter knives
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian set of six butter knives with silver plated blades in the original fitted box. D
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Knife Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian set of six butter knives
Antique Edwardian set of six butter knives
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H 0.99 in W 8.08 in D 5.71 in
Frontenac by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 88 pcs
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Frontenac by International sterling silver Flatware set - 88 pieces. This pattern was introduced in
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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handmade Butter Knife and Plate in White Carrara Marble
By Fiammetta V.
Located in Carrara, IT
Butter knife and plate in white Carrara marble. Each piece is in a way unique (every marble block
Category

2010s Italian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Marble

Stratford by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 64 pcs Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Stratford by International, circa 1902, sterling silver Flatware set with Art Nouveau
Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cloeta by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 36 pcs Grapes
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Cloeta by International, circa 1904, sterling silver Flatware set, 36 pieces. Remarkable scarce
Category

20th Century Unknown Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wedgwood by Int Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Dinner and Hollowware Collection
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Hollowware including four-piece sterling silver tea set and tray, serving bowl, dessert plates, and salt and
Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

William and Mary by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 96 Pcs Dinner
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
William and Mary by Lunt sterling silver flatware set, 96 pieces. This set includes: 12 Dinner size
Category

20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Silver Butter Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the silver butter plate you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every silver butter plate was constructed with great care. There are 52 variations of the antique or vintage silver butter plate you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect silver butter plate — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A silver butter plate made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one silver butter plate that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany & Co., Elkington & Co. and Fiammetta V. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Silver Butter Plate?

Prices for a silver butter plate start at $39 and top out at $4,125 with the average selling for $545.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Silver Butter Plate
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Bread and butter are separated from the sauce, gravy, and fluids from other items on the dish using the bread-and-butter plate. When a plate isn't available, a slice of bread or a roll is placed on the tablecloth or the rim of the dinner plate, which also holds the butter. Find a collection of antique and vintage bread and butter plates on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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 5, 2022
    The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware 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 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
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Set the silver-plated item line glass bowl lined with aluminum foil. Mix boiling water with baking soda and pour over the item. After 5 to 10 minutes, remove the item, rinse under warm water, and dry.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    How you read silver plate hallmarks depends on the origin of the piece. Makers in different countries utilize varying systems for hallmarking their silver plate pieces, and these systems have evolved over time. For example, some British makers indicated the highest quality of silver plate with an A1 hallmark and the second highest with an A. Since there is so much variation, the best way to interpret hallmarks on a particular piece is to consult trusted online resources, a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silver plate pieces.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated items are worth something. Since silver plating features only a small amount of precious metal, the material itself doesn't have much value. However, silver-plated tableware, serveware and decorative objects may appeal to collectors based on their age and maker. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can provide you with an estimate as to how much a particular piece may be worth. Find a wide variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.

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Handmade with Lab-Grade Glass, This Decanter Holds Your Favorite Cocktail Concoctions

Artist Simone Crestani conjures the fascination you remember from Chemistry 101.

28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Meet the Celebrated Hostess Whose Magical Tabletops Enhance Every Occasion

For Stephanie Booth Shafran, entertaining guests is about opening her heart as well as her home.

How to Identify Real Capodimonte Porcelain

Early examples by the Italian manufacturer can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.