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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.
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Christofle Silver-Plated Sully Champagne & Ice Bucket (Gallia Collection) 1950s
By Christofle
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant mid-century silver-plated champagne or ice bucket by the venerable French silversmith Christofle. Dating to the 1950s, this large and striking piece belongs to the prestigiou...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Barware
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
Pair of Christofle Silver-Plated "Poison" vases after Émile Reiber, ca 1874
By Christofle, Emile Reiber
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
Large Estate Christofle Empire Style Four Piece Caviar Serving Set
By Christofle
Located in New York, NY
Fine large and impressive estate Christofle Empire style caviar serving set
Pattern: 4224590
Classic French elegance, this superb scarce four piece caviar set epitomizes luxury and refinement.
Composed of an outer two handled presentation dish for ice, a crystal bowl for caviar, a cross bar stand for the caviar bowl and a lid. The handles with attractive stylized sea shell motifs, ideal for serving caviar. This fine Christofle caviar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Empire Serving Pieces
Materials
Crystal, 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
Small Cocktail Tray by Christofle, French Art Deco Silver Plated Serving Tray
By Christofle
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Deco style silver-plated serving tray from Christofle.
This small cocktail tray is hallmarked on the reverse.
In very good condition, wear consistent with age, materials...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate


