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Is Christofle real silver?
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Yes, Christofle is real silver. The French silversmith produces pieces out of sterling silver that are roughly 93% pure silver and 7% copper. In addition, Christofle offers silver-plate items, which have a thin layer of 99.9% fine silver over a base metal. Explore a selection of Christofle silver wares on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
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Christofle - Flatware Cutlery Set Talisman Plated Silver & Black Lacquer 39 Pcs
By Christofle
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Flatware cutlery set "Talisman" made in plated silver metal and black Chinese lacquer by Christofle.
Each piece is signed and stamped.
New cutlery, still in its blister packagin...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Christofle Siver-Plated "Poison" vases after Émile Reiber, ca 1874
By Emile Reiber, Christofle
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stylized fish standing upright on their crossed tails. The details are rendered in relief, allowing the silver-plated surfaces to alternate between strong reflections and deeper area...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Japonisme Vases
Materials
Silver Plate
Malmaison Gold by Christofle Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 134 pcs Dinner
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. The ...
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s Minimalist Silver Plated Ice Bucket by Lino Sabattini for Christofle
By Lino Sabattini, Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage 1970s minimalist ice bucket is a striking example of Mid-Century Modern design, crafted by the renowned Italian designer Lino Sabattini for the prestigious French silver...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
1930s Rare Christofle Gallia Silver Plated Sauce Boat with Eagle Handle
By Christofle
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This striking silver-plated sauce boat is a rare and highly collectible piece by Christofle, one of France’s most prestigious silversmiths. Made under the Gallia line — a subdivision...
Category
Early 20th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1990s Space Age Silver Plated Atomes Vase by Richard Hutten for Christofle
By Richard Hutten, Christofle
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A silver plated and glass vase designed and manufactured in France by Christofle, it has never been used and it came in original box. Richard Hutten, a renowned Dutch designer known for his innovative and playful approach to design, collaborated with Christofle, a prestigious French silverware and luxury goods manufacturer, to create the Atomes Vase...
Category
Late 20th Century French Space Age Vases
Materials
Silver Plate


