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How do you identify Danish silver marks?
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To identify Danish silver marks, first look for tower emblems. Prior to 1961, solid silver wares produced in Denmark featured a three-tower hallmark. In 1961, the marking changed to a letter and number system, with pieces displaying either “830S” or “925S.” Maker's hallmarks can also be useful. By researching the maker's mark, you can determine if the company was known for producing its pieces in Denmark. Some well-known Danish silversmiths include Georg Jensen, Aarre and Krogh, Horsens Sølvvarefabrik, Anton Michelsen, Lynggaard and Meka. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can also be helpful when identifying Danish silver. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Danish sterling silver.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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Georg Jensen Acorn Sterling Silverware Service for 12
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A complete Georg Jensen Acorn sterling silver flatware service designed by Johan Rohde, first introduced in 1915 and celebrated as one of Georg Jensen’s most iconic patterns. This ex...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acorn Sterling Silver Dinner Fork 012
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen sterling silver dinner fork, item #012 in the iconic Acorn pattern, designed by Johan Rohde in 1915 (design #62). This elegant piece showcases the timeless craftsmansh...
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Dansk Guldsmede-Handvaerk Danish Mid-Century Silver Pedestal Bowl
By Dansk Guldsmede Håndværk 1
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish Danish mid-century silver pedestal bowl by renowned makers Dansk Guldsmede-Handvaerk and dating from around 1960. The pedestal bowl stands on a narrow rounded flat base rai...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver 66-Piece Flatware Set in Acorn Pattern
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Georg Jensen sterling silver flatware set, in the celebrated Acorn pattern, consisting of:
12 dinner knives measuring 9 7/8'' in length
6 all-silver fish knives measuring 8'' in len...
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Annual Spoons Gilt Sterling Silver with Enamel, Set of 10
By Georg Jensen
Located in Bochum, NRW
Annual spoons 1980-1989 in original box, designed by Annelise Björner, edited by Georg Jensen.
Annual spoons series began in 1971. Each spoon is crafted in sterling silver, then gold...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cactus Set for Twelve
By Gundorph Albertus, Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen sterling silver Cactus silverware set, designed by sculptor Gundorph Albertus in 1930. This exquisite collection blends the elegant lines of Art Deco with the practica...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver


