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How can you tell if a silver plate is real silver?
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To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Set of 12 Gorham Victorian Classical Bread & Butter Plates, 1899-1901
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Victorian Classical sterling silver bread and butter plates. Made by Gorham in Providence, 1899-1901. Each: Plain and round; applied leafing scroll and bud rim. Engraved sc...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Dinner Plates
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 10 Tiffany Modern Sterling Silver Bread & Butter Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 Modern sterling silver bread and butter plates. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each: Round well, tapering shoulder, and molded rim. Fully marked including maker’s stamp...
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20th Century American Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Syracuse Syralite Captains Table Set of 4 Oval Plates Restaurant Ware
By Syracuse China
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage set of 4 Syracuse China plates or serving platters features an oval form with molded relief of a handles on two sides of the plates, made of Syralite, their traditional sturd...
Category
20th Century American Dinner Plates
Materials
Silver
Set of 12 14.5" under plates made by C. J. Vander circa 2000
By C.J. Vander
Located in London, London
Made in London circa 2000 by C. J. Vander, this handsome set of 12 Silver Plate Underplates, feature a decorative border and a plain centre.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Sterling Silver
Reed & Barton Edwardian Classical Dinner and Bread & Butter Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of 31 Edwardian Classical sterling silver plates. Made by Reed & Barton in Taunton, Mass., ca 1929-30. This set comprises 15 dinner plates and 16 bread and butter plates. Each: D...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Dinner Plates
Materials
Sterling Silver
Contemporary Silver Plated Plate Lava Stone Handcrafted Natalia Criado
Located in Milan, IT
Elevate your dining experience with our, Piatto. Meticulously handcrafted with plated brass, this piece features stone handles in lava rock, introducing a touch of jewelry-inspired s...
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2010s Italian Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Lava, Silver Plate
