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How can you tell silver from silver plating?
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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 ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Large Silver Metal Vase Signed Lino Sabattini - Italy - 1980s
Located in Milano, IT
Rare silvered metal vase with a distinctive shape, model "Inquietante," designed by Lino Sabattini for the Collezione Sattini Italia line in the 1980s.
In fact, the shape resembles a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Luxury Photo Frame, Silver with gold bath, marble , Reflection Noir
Located in Sarezzo, IT
Reflection noir is an italian gold silver floral double photo frame with black marble, a jewel photo frame signed Laura G Art with Heart. It is hand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Arts and Crafts Picture Frames
Materials
Stone, Silver
Silver Plate Cherub Centrepiece Sheffield Epergne Glass Bowl
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Very eye catching Sheffield silver plate epergne or centrepiece
Features crystal glass bowls, the main dish flanked by six smaller ones
Great piece for a table setting, can you imagi...
Category
Vintage 1980s Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
B. Zanovello – “montecarlo” Sterling Silver Vase 20th Century Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Solid silver vase mounted with a hammer “Fatto a mano” in square torso shape, futuristic and contemporary model.
Dimensions: height 22 cm – base 9.5 cmX9.5 cm
Material: 1st grade si...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vases
Materials
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Leroy Auguste Et Cie (1912/1935) -Cruet Vinegar Cruet In Solid Silver Regency 19
By Auguste Leroy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Solid silver vinegar cruet in Regency style, octagonal in shape with sides, bordered at the top and bottom with a line of gadroons. The sockets are mascaron heads. Two overlay blue g...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Set Of Two Silver Teapots By The Goldsmith G.Lecomte XXth
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Flat bottom model, the paunchy body has pinched ribs. THE
The lids of the two teapots are fitted with a thumb rest in
rosewood. The rosewood handle is fixed and inserted into a
si...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver