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Three Vintage Crystal Decanter Set With Silver Plate Tray
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful and special set of silver plate tray with three crystal glass bottle decanters . Two
Category

20th Century Italian Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Silver, Silver Plate

Pair of Crystal Inkwells on Silver Tray, England, 1850
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful pair of crystal inkwells on an oval silver plated tray. The tray has a nice rope
Category

Antique 19th Century English Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver

1980s Modernist Heavy Glass and Silver Plate Square Italian Tray
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An Italian Design square tray, it's marked on a side, silver plated and heavy verde Nilo glass are
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plated Italian Tea Tray By Broggi
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
With its rope-tie handles, it is easy to picture this tray being used in one of the luxurious
Category

20th Century Italian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plated Italian Tea Tray By Broggi
20th Century Silver Plated Italian Tea Tray By Broggi
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H 19.69 in W 26.78 in D 1.19 in
Mid-20th Century Italian Silver Plate Footed Scalloped Tray or Shallow Bowl
By De Uberti
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish vintage Mid-Century Italian silverplated footed tray or shallow bowl. Marked "El De
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Plate/Tray
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Meissen Porcelain plate/tray with hand painted floral motives and rich gold decor.
Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Flair Candelabra and Serving Trays Set of Six Mid-Century Modern by 1847 Rogers
By International Silver, 1847 Rogers Bros., Flair
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous set of six pieces of silver-plate by 1847 Rogers Bros. IS from their Flair line. The set
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Cartier Jewelry Dish or a Personal Cards / Keys / Trinket Tray / Coins Plate
By Cartier
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
/ Trinket Tray / Coins Plate This piece is a handsome Tray. Can be use as a jewelry dish or a personal desk
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Serving Plate/Tray
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large Meissen Porcelain serving plate/tray with hand painted floral motives and rich gold decor
Category

20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Large Meissen Hand Painted Gilded Porcelain Serving Plate/Tray
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large Meissen Porcelain serving plate/tray with hand painted floral motives and rich gold decor.
Category

20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

English Silver Plated Gallery Top Footed Holding Base / Cut Glass Inkwell
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
silver plate top, grace the tray, adding a classic touch to your writing space. The maker's mark
Category

Antique 19th Century English Inkwells

Materials

Silver Plate

Lava Trays Set, Volcanic Stone
By Ana Saldaña, Caterina Moretti
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
collection of lava plates is as much an homage to Mexican tradition as it is a glance in the direction of
Category

2010s Mexican Minimalist Tableware

Materials

Stone, Brass

Lava Trays Set, Volcanic Stone
Lava Trays Set, Volcanic Stone
H 2.37 in Dm 11.82 in
Antique American Silver-Plated "Derby Silver Co., Connecticut" Calling Card Tray
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American silver-plated "Derby Silver Co., Connecticut," calling card tray with owls, circa
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Silver Plate

1900s English Crystal and Silver Plated Sheffield Inkwell on Tray
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1900s English crystal and silver plated Sheffield inkwell on handled tray. The tray measurement is
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

fferrone Contemporary Copper Large Serving Tray Decorative Sculpture Lift
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple. Elegant. Minimalist. The contemporary copper large serving tray titled lift will redefine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

fferrone Pair of Contemporary Copper Serving Trays Decorative Sculpture
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
trays titled Lift collection will redefine the landscape of your table setting. Inspired by the Pantheon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

fferrone Contemporary Copper Small Serving Tray Decorative Sculpture Lift, Too
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Simple, elegant, minimalist, the contemporary copper small serving tray titled lift, to will
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

Silver Mfg Corp Silver Plate Covered Platter Serving Tray Dish Bowl on Feet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
English Silver Mfg Corp silver plate covered platter serving tray dish bowl on feet. Item features
Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Sabattini Style Silver Plated Tea Candle Tray, Italy 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Petite silver plated square tray possessing four removable units each imprinted with a deep circle
Category

Vintage 1970s European Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Silver Plate

W&SB 195 Silver Plate Covered Platter Serving Tray Dish Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
W&SB 195 silver plate covered platter serving tray dish bowl. Item features pyrex glass liner
Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of English Sheffield Silver Plated Cobalt Blue Glass Urns by Barker-Ellis
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
. 1988.0569.07 for a tray of the same marking and documented dates of use]. The present version of the menorah
Category

20th Century English Regency Urns

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Mid Century Silver Plated Large Round Rare Tray by Lino Sabattini
By Lino Sabattini, Sabattini Argenteria
Located in San Diego, CA
This stunning large round tray by Lino Sabattini, a silver tray. designed by Lino Sabattini early
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

WMF, Arts & Crafts silver plated candlestick with bowl shaped drip tray & base
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in London, GB
WMF. An Arts and Crafts Silver plated candlestick with a bowl-shaped drip tray to the top with
Category

Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Tray Medium in Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Tray in openwork steel. When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the triangles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Limousine Tray in Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Limousine tray in stainless steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Flat Tray in Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Flat tray in openwork steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the triangles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Tall Tray in Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Tray in openwork steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the triangles have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Limousine Tray in Rose Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Limousine tray in stainless steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Tray Medium in Rose Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Tray in openwork steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the triangles have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Tall Tray in Rose Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Tray in openwork steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the triangles have
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel

Ghidini 1961 Tip Top Flat Tray in Rose Gold by Richard Hutten
By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Flat tray in openwork steel When you look at the top view of the Tip-Top series, all the triangles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel

1972 Salvador Dali "Easter Christ" Sterling Silver Abstract Art Plate Tray
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful Salvador Dali "Easter Christ" solid .925 sterling silver abstract tray/plate made by
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

WMF Art Nouveau Silver Plate 3 Piece Desk Set Stamp Holder Blotter Pen Tray
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Nouveau desk set includes a "rocking" blotter, 5" x 2.5"; a pen tray, 9.75" x 2.25", and a hinged stamp
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Desk Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Ancient Japanese Plates, Japan, 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of Japan plates is an original decorative porcelain object realized in the 19th century by
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th Century Silver Desk Set Tray
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A beautiful desk set, silver plate and crystal.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Pen Tray, English, Brass, Silver Plate, Inkwell Stand, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pen tray. An English, brass and silver plated inkwell stand, dating to the
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Modernist Coffee / Tea Set by Lino Sabattini, Christofle
By Lino Sabattini, Christofle
Located in Buffalo, NY
Silver-plated metal coffee and tea set consisting of four elements (coffee pot, teapot, creamer
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated Smoke Set - Germany 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
. Original silver-plated metal. Made in Germany. Marked with a crescent and a crown and monogramed (MET or
Category

Vintage 1950s German More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Italian Cocktail Barware Accessories Set Glasette by Lidian
Located in Vilnius, LT
handle h 28) x 16 cm Tray: h 2 (handles h 4) x 51 x 32.5 cm Very good vintage condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Hermes Silver Plated Jewelry Trays and Cup, 1950s France
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of Hermès jewelry dishes. Hermès stamped on the side or base of each piece. Silver
Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

19th Century Silver-Plated Chrysalia 3 light Candelabras
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A lovely pair of antique silver-plated candelabras, each with three upward curling branches to hold
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Candelabras

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, UK, circa 1900
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a stunning silver plated keepsake box dating to 1900, with associated hallmark. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

21thc Italian Sterling Silver Italian Basket, Tray
By PRIA & SARI
Located in VALENZA, IT
Completely handmade sterling silver oval basket. The basket or tray shape is decorated with a
Category

Early 2000s Italian Other Decorative Baskets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, Uk, Circa 1900
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a stunning Sheffield silver keepsake box dating to 1900, with associated hallmark. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Plated Art Nouveau Inkstand, Scotland 1910, H554
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique silver plated art nouveau inkstand, Scotland 1910, H554 Scotland 1910 Silver plate
Category

Vintage 1910s Scottish Inkwells

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Déco German Silvered Metal Pen Tray and Inkwell Decorative Desk Stand by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco german silvered/plated metal pen tray and inkwell decorative desk stand by
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Gilded Age Silver-Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique silver-on-copper and crystal pen and ink desk set is composed a footed tray with two
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency More Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Gilded Age Silver Plated and Crystal Writing Desk Set
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique silver-on-copper and crystal pen and ink desk set is composed a footed tray with two
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency More Desk Accessories

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Moroccan Silver Plated Tea Caddy Footed Candy Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1920s Antique Moroccan Silver Plated Footed Tea Caddy with hinged lid. This authentic Moroccan
Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Victorian English Inkwell in Silver Plated, Queen Anne Style
Located in Prato, Tuscany
silver plated inkwell; it has a balanced and harmonious shape; on the top are housed two solid and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Early 20th Century
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a silver plated keepsake box, dating to the early 1900s. The hallmarked box offers great
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver

Pair of Silver Plated Three Light Candelabra by Victor Saglier
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A pair of antique French three-light candelabra in silver plate, by the acclaimed silversmith
Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Ink Well with Gallery, Sphinx and Greek Key Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning silver plate ink well with two cut crystal ink wells - both capped with a silver top and
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Rare Vide-Poche/Ashtray by Boris Lacroix, Art Deco, 1930's, France
By Jean Boris Lacroix
Located in Paris, FR
Rare modernist vide-poche (pin tray) or ashtray by Boris Lacroix. It is made of nickel plated metal
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Sascha Brastoff Midcentury Signed Green Enamel Ashtray, Candy Dish, 1950s
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, catch all, decorative plate with House and Tree design, Signed in front Sascha B. Mid Century signed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Totem II, Marbles Centerpiece
Located in Geneve, CH
Totem II Materials: Pietra serena cone White carrara plate Noir antique base White carrara
Category

2010s Italian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Carrara Marble

Totem II, Marbles Centerpiece
Totem II, Marbles Centerpiece
H 9.65 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
1990s Modernist Silver Plated Vide Poche by Mattia Pastorino for Cleto Munari
By Cleto Munari
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A silver plated square tray designed by Mattia Pastorino for Forme Contemporanee di Cleto Munari
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Silver Plate

Louis XVI Style Pair of Silver Plated and Crystal Candle Holders by Morlot
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very fine pair of antique silver-plated candle holders in the Louis XVI style, dating from the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Silver Metal Sea Shell Baptismal Dish Catch All or Trinket Tray, Japan
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
silver plated due to the marking at bottom. The Hallmark At the bottom is stamped with “Japan” just
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Silver

Ronson Art Metal Works 1920 Very Rare Art Deco Sterling Silver Plate Desk Box
By Louis Vincent Aronson, Ronson Art Metal Works
Located in Miami, FL
, "FASHIONED BY RONSON NEWARK NJ USA SILVER PLATE". The Ronson lighter company The company started as The
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

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Silver Plate Trays For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of silver plate trays is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct silver plate trays — often made from metal, silver and silver plate — can elevate any home. We have 42 antique and vintage silver plate trays in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Silver plate trays have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of silver plate trays to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Modern and Mid-Century Modern silver plate trays are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large silver plate trays, so small silver plate trays measuring 4.25 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made silver plate trays over the years, but those made by Meissen Porcelain, Felicia Ferrone and Christian Dior are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Silver Plate Trays?

Silver plate trays can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $850, while the lowest priced sells for $245 and the highest can go for as much as $10,463.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Silver Plate Trays
  • 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 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 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 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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Miami artist and designer Gabriela Noelle’s fantastical creations appeal to the Peter Pan in all of us.

This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other

Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.

This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists

Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.