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Is German silver real?
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No, German silver is not real. Its name comes from the metal's color, not its content. German silver, which is also called nickel silver, is actually an alloy of copper, nickel and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of silver tableware, serveware, flatware, jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
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Modernist English Solid / Sterling Silver Letter Opener - Brian Leslie Fuller
Located in Bath, GB
A superb mid-century modern letter opener made by the highly collectable silversmith, Brian Leslie Fuller.
Made from solid English silver fully hallmarked for London 1979 together ...
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers
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Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling 925 Sterling Silver Photo Frame 7cm x 5.5cm
Located in London, GB
A superb decorative miniature English sterling silver photo frame mark 925.
Beautiful portrait rectangular frame decorated with floral decoration with a blue velvet easel back.
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Vintage 1980s Picture Frames
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Christian Dior Interior Collection Sterling Silver Picture Frame, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite Christian Dior Paris sterling silver photo frame designed from the Dior Interior Collection. The stunning piece was expertly crafted in France circa 1980. This tall, rec...
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Picture Frames
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Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Coromandel Sterling Vanity Jewelry Casket Box by Asprey London
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A Stunning & Rare early Victorian well figured brass mounted Coromandel Ladies or Gentleman’s Vanity Jewellery Casket of generous proportions, by World famous maker William Asprey Lo...
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes
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Crystal, Brass, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Photo Frame RBB Sheffield 1990 15cm x 11cm
Located in London, GB
A superb decorative sterling silver photo frame with makers mark RBB and hallmarks for Sheffield 1990.
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1990s Picture Frames
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Silver
Vintage Lapis Lazuli, Onyx & Sterling Silver Pill Box - Mexico - Circa 1970's
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage sterling silver pill box - hand made - featuring a chevron pattern hard stone lid set with lapis lazuli and black onyx with silver spacers - round sterling silver box and bas...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
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Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Sterling Silver