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What does EPC mean on silver?

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What does EPC mean on silver?
The letters EPC on silver mean that a piece is electroplated copper. Specifically, silver marked EPC features a copper base with a layer of silver plating over top. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique and vintage silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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Abalone shell & alpaca silver turtle box, Mexico, 1970's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Superb turtle-shaped jewelry box designed and produced in Mexico during the 1970's. This artisanal set with abalone mother-of-pearl and alpaca, is a true work of art. More than a box...
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Silver

Shell jewelry box, silver plated, Italy, circa 1980's
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Exquisite 1970s Italian lucite, rattan and brass jewelry box, attributed to Gabriella Crespi for Dior Home. This elegant piece combines timeless craftsmanship sophisticated design, a...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Metal, Silver Plate

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

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

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

Perfume Holder Handbag Silver Sterling with fired enamel on guilloché Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Parallelepiped perfume holder for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with screwed cap with translucent fired enamel on guilloché. English style, early 1900s. Measurements cm. 2.5 x ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Bottles

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

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