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How do you identify silver maker’s marks?

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How do you identify silver maker’s marks?
You can identify silver maker's marks in a couple of ways. One option is to simply take a photo of it and perform a reverse image search to see if you can find a match and learn who the maker is. Another way is to review images shared on trusted online platforms. You can also type a description of the marking into a search engine and explore the results, or have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform an identification for you. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of silver wares.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Edward Smith 1884 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Sterling silver vinaigrette, by Edward Smith, Birmingham 1884, the cover, sides and base engraved with scrolled foliate decoration, parcel gilt interior and pierced and engraved gril...
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Antique 1880s Decorative Boxes

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Silver

Monumental Wilhelm Kåge Argenta Vase, Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptionally rare and monumental Argenta vase designed by Wilhelm Kåge for Gustavsberg, Sweden, circa 1930. This striking example represents one of the largest and most impressiv...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vases

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Silver Plate Modernist Bud Vase, circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
Featuring a sleek, minimalist geometric design, this silver-plated bud vase has a double opening for two flowers to stand elegantly on the mantle, adding a sophisticated touch. This ...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique English Regency Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy with Silver Mounts
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING The Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy with Silver Mounts is an elegant early nineteenth century example dating to the reign of George III, circa 1810. Of oval form, t...
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Thai Indian Antiques Gifts
Located in London, GB
Antique Silver Pumpkin Betel Box Asian Cambodian Very nice fine high quality piece in 900 silver 8 x 6 x 6 cm weight 52 grams approx. good Condition Fine PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FO...
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Early 20th Century Laotian Decorative Boxes

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Silver

Sterling Silver Jewelry Box with Vanity Mirror Victorian Style, ca Late-20th C.
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver and cut-glass jewelry box with vanity mirror, by Towle Silversmith, circa late-20th century, USA. A round cut-glass jewelry box with sterling silver top, top has a ...
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Late 20th Century American Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

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