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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 Edwardian Art Nouveau Martelé Silver Dinner Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Edwardian Art Nouveau Martelé silver dinner plates. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1916. Deep well and wavy serpentine rim; on shoulder, fluid Classical decoration: Chased...
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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Dinner Plates
Materials
Silver
XXI Century Italians Solid 800 Silver Baroque Style Dihh
Located in VALENZA, IT
Large plate in solid 800 silver in baroque style.
The very wide and important edge has been completely hand-worked with embossing, chiselling, burin and knurling.
The classic baroque...
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2010s Italian Baroque 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
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
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 12 Gorham Chantilly-Duchess Bread & Butter Plates
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Chantilly-Duchess sterling silver bread and butter plates. Made by Gorham in Providence. Each: Round and plain well. Shoulder has embossed scrollwork forming frames (vacant...
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Dinner Plates
Materials
Sterling Silver
