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What was silver plate called?
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The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Hotel Silver Food Dome
Located in Houston, TX
This vintage hotel silver food dome found in France has a brass art deco handle. Beautiful patina
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Silver Food Dome
Located in Chicago, IL
An incredible large silver-plate food dome with a beautiful, simple decorative edge detail. Large
Category
20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Hotel Silver Serving Dome
Located in Houston, TX
A vintage hotel silver food dome found in France marked with a crown, dragon and stag as pictured
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Mid-20th Century French Other Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Hotel Silver Serving Dome
Located in Houston, TX
This vintage hotel silver food dome found in France is marked with a crown, dragon and stag as
Category
Mid-20th Century French Other Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Dome Top Food Cover
Located in Sheffield, MA
Very handsome large-scale food cover. Perfect as centrepiece for table decoration.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Quality Silver Plated Copper Food Dome and Meat Platter
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A classic Oval Serving Dome by Elkington. With gadrooned middle band, incised crown motif and top
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Hollywood Regency Platters and Serveware
Materials
Copper, Silver Plate
