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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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Luc Lanel for Christofle Gallia France Silver Plate Ondulation Cocktail Shaker
By Gallia, Christofle, Luc Lanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional French Art Deco silver plate cylindrical cocktail or Martini shaker was designed by silversmith Christofle as part of their Gallia range in the "Ondulation" design c...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Barware
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Silver Plate and Crystal Barware Cocktail Martini Pitcher with Stirrer Spoon
By Christofle
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christofle designed and crafted this elegant barware Martini cocktail pitcher in France, circa 1940. The modernist bar mixer features a molded crystal jug topped with a silver plate,...
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Barware
Materials
Crystal, Metal, 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
1930s Silver Plated Champagne Bucket, "Gallia" Collection by Christofle
By Christofle
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite silver-plated champagne bucket, crafted by Christofle as part of their esteemed Gallia collection, epitomizes timeless elegance and sophistication. Designed in the cov...
Category
Early 20th Century Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver Plate
$848 Sale Price
32% Off
Christofle France Silver Plated Wine Champagne Ice Bucket
By Christofle
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare, silverplated champagne bucket from Christofle of France.
Signed on bottom as pictured.
approx. 9" X 9". Retains an original tarnished aged patina.
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Wine Coolers
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Silver Plate Modernist "Mars" Vase by Gio Ponti for Christofle, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Christofle, Lino Sabattini
Located in Lille, FR
Sculptural Silver Plate Modernist "Mars" Vase by Gio Ponti for Christofle, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate


