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Bvlgari Antique Coin Necklace
Bvlgari Antique Coin Necklace

Bvlgari Antique Coin Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Monte Carlo, MC

BVLGARI Antique Coin Necklace 70'-80' set with an antique coin, 5 diamonds and 2 rubies. Signed

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Extraordinary Antique English Sterling Geo. Style Cut Glass 7-Bottle Cruet Set
Extraordinary Antique English Sterling Geo. Style Cut Glass 7-Bottle Cruet Set

Extraordinary Antique English Sterling Geo. Style Cut Glass 7-Bottle Cruet Set

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

mustard pot (with same hallmarks as stand) and having a rare "married" Antique American coin silver

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Old Silver Rupee Coin Choker Necklace
Old Silver Rupee Coin Choker Necklace

Old Silver Rupee Coin Choker Necklace

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique old silver Rupee coin necklace. A one of a kind necklace, features a whet chain strung

Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Hand Engraved .900 Fine Coin Silver Albert Coles Card Case
Antique American Hand Engraved .900 Fine Coin Silver Albert Coles Card Case

Antique American Hand Engraved .900 Fine Coin Silver Albert Coles Card Case

By Albert Coles

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Fabulous antique American hand engraved and engine turned .900 fine coin silver card case by the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Cartier Antique Enamel Sterling Silver Airedale Dog Heads or Tails Flip Coin
Cartier Antique Enamel Sterling Silver Airedale Dog Heads or Tails Flip Coin

Cartier Antique Enamel Sterling Silver Airedale Dog Heads or Tails Flip Coin

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a sterling silver "heads-or-tails" coin painted with enamel Depicting either the front

Category

Vintage 1920s Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Antique Enamel Sterling Silver Airedale Dog Heads or Tails Flip Coin
Cartier Antique Enamel Sterling Silver Airedale Dog Heads or Tails Flip Coin

Cartier Antique Enamel Sterling Silver Airedale Dog Heads or Tails Flip Coin

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a sterling silver "heads-or-tails" coin painted with enamel Depicting either the front

Category

Vintage 1920s Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

24K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Diamond and Antique Coin Ring
24K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Diamond and Antique Coin Ring

24K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Diamond and Antique Coin Ring

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

This bold and chunky 24k yellow gold and sterling silver ring exudes Mediterranean charm with a

Category

2010s American Classical Greek Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mesh Accordion Coin Purse Monogram
Sterling Silver Mesh Accordion Coin Purse Monogram

Sterling Silver Mesh Accordion Coin Purse Monogram

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Accordion Coin Purse Monogram This is a beautiful collectible mesh

Category

20th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Moroccan Silver Metal Coin Purse
Moroccan Silver Metal Coin Purse

Moroccan Silver Metal Coin Purse

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique Moroccan silver coin purse. Attached hanging coin detailing. As found condition with light

Category

Vintage 1950s Moroccan Tribal Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Blankinton Sterling Silver Coin Purse, with Monogram
Blankinton Sterling Silver Coin Purse, with Monogram

Blankinton Sterling Silver Coin Purse, with Monogram

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique sterling silver coin purse by R. Blankinton & Co. Floral and flourish engraved design with

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gucci Silver Lucky Charm Coin Choker Necklace
Gucci Silver Lucky Charm Coin Choker Necklace

Gucci Silver Lucky Charm Coin Choker Necklace

By Gucci

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a stylish lucky charm coin choker necklace designed by Gucci in late 20th-early 21th

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Victorian 1890 Silver Coin 9ct Gold Gemstone Ring
Victorian 1890 Silver Coin 9ct Gold Gemstone Ring

Victorian 1890 Silver Coin 9ct Gold Gemstone Ring

Located in London, GB

This fascinating ring unites two eras of craftsmanship — an antique Victorian silver coin from 1890

Category

20th Century English Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Antique Style Coins Rose Vermeil Drop Earrings
Antique Style Coins Rose Vermeil Drop Earrings

Antique Style Coins Rose Vermeil Drop Earrings

By Marcello Fontana

Located in Poitiers, FR

For pierced ears. Drop earrings, they are formed by a piece made of glass paste with antique motifs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

Michael Kneebone Antique Drachma Coin Frog Archaic Style Ring
Michael Kneebone Antique Drachma Coin Frog Archaic Style Ring

Michael Kneebone Antique Drachma Coin Frog Archaic Style Ring

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

the focus of this archaic style ring. The silver coin image is most unusual, shows some wear but

Category

2010s American Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Rare Antique English Coin Safe / Jewelry Cabinet, circa 1860
Rare Antique English Coin Safe / Jewelry Cabinet, circa 1860

Rare Antique English Coin Safe / Jewelry Cabinet, circa 1860

Located in Bath, GB

velvet. This would have been a travelling coin / silver / gold box but would make the most beautiful

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

1970s Vintage Athena Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Band Ring
1970s Vintage Athena Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Band Ring

1970s Vintage Athena Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Band Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a bezel set silver stater antique coin, Akarnanian Greek in origin Front depicts the

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1920s Chinese Coin Silver Butterfly Fringed Bib Collar Necklace
1920s Chinese Coin Silver Butterfly Fringed Bib Collar Necklace

1920s Chinese Coin Silver Butterfly Fringed Bib Collar Necklace

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful and unusual antique 1920s Chinese coin-silver butterfly and large disc bib necklace

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Beaded Necklaces

Antique American Hand Pierced and Engraved Sterling Card Case or Coin Purse
Antique American Hand Pierced and Engraved Sterling Card Case or Coin Purse

Antique American Hand Pierced and Engraved Sterling Card Case or Coin Purse

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Superb old American hand pierced and engraved sterling card case or coin purse with chatelaine

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Russian Fabergé Coin Set Solid Silver Kovsh, Wakeva, circa 1900
20th Century Russian Fabergé Coin Set Solid Silver Kovsh, Wakeva, circa 1900

20th Century Russian Fabergé Coin Set Solid Silver Kovsh, Wakeva, circa 1900

By Karl Fabergé

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th century Imperial Russian Fabergé solid silver kovsh, of traditional shape with

Category

20th Century Russian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace
Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

Turquoise, Vintage Ivory/Bone Carved Rose, Vintage Blue and Black Wedgwood Cameos, Antique Silver Coin

Category

2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amber, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Opal, Pearl,...

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket
Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

, metiers d'Art - CC logo silver tone 'antique coin' buttons - black silk lining, chain link at hem

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR
Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

, metiers d'Art Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo silver tone 'antique coin' buttons - black

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR
Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

, metiers d'Art - CC logo silver tone 'antique coin' buttons - black silk lining, chain link at hem

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR
Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Black Shimmering Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

, metiers d'Art by Karl Lagerfeld Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn - CC logo silver tone 'antique

Category

2010s Jackets

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Iconic Black Tweed Jacket 42 FR
Chanel Paris / Shanghai Iconic Black Tweed Jacket 42 FR

Chanel Paris / Shanghai Iconic Black Tweed Jacket 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

by Maestro Lagerfeld ~ Absolutely iconic and timeless piece! - CC logo silver-tone antique coin

Category

2010s Jackets

Middle Eastern Women Face Veil Bedouin, Sinai Bedouin Desert Garment
Middle Eastern Women Face Veil Bedouin, Sinai Bedouin Desert Garment

Middle Eastern Women Face Veil Bedouin, Sinai Bedouin Desert Garment

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

nickel silver coins, glass beads, wool, embroidered, stones, carnelians, glass, and amber. Early 20th

Category

Vintage 1910s Egyptian Folk Art Tribal Art

Materials

Textile

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coin Beaker
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coin Beaker

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coin Beaker

By James Barclay Hennell

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

underside of this impressive antique silver coin beaker bears the contemporary engraved inscription 'This

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Coin Silver & Opaline Glass Handled Ladle by P. L. Krider
Antique American Coin Silver & Opaline Glass Handled Ladle by P. L. Krider

Antique American Coin Silver & Opaline Glass Handled Ladle by P. L. Krider

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine, rare, antique American punch ladle. In coin silver & mounted with a green opaline glass

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Civil War Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique Gorham Silver 8 Piece Figural Museum Quality Coin Silver Tea Set
Antique Gorham Silver 8 Piece Figural Museum Quality Coin Silver Tea Set

Antique Gorham Silver 8 Piece Figural Museum Quality Coin Silver Tea Set

By Gorham

Located in Montreal, QC

, crafted out of coin silver, comprising: one hot water urn with stand and original burner, stands

Category

Antique 1860s American Neoclassical Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Kirk Cheese Knife, Rare Coin Silver, circa 1830
Kirk Cheese Knife, Rare Coin Silver, circa 1830

Kirk Cheese Knife, Rare Coin Silver, circa 1830

By S. Kirk & Sons

Located in valatie, NY

coin silver hallmark c1830. The weight is 3.95 Troy ozs. Trent Antiques has been a respected name in

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Neoclassical American Coin Silver '.900' Medallion Mug/Cup
Neoclassical American Coin Silver '.900' Medallion Mug/Cup

Neoclassical American Coin Silver '.900' Medallion Mug/Cup

Located in New York, NY

Neoclassical, American coin silver (.900) Medallion mug/cup, Ca. 1840's-1850's. Neoclassical image

Category

Antique 1850s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Coin Silver Pedestal Based Vase by Wood & Hughes
Neoclassical Coin Silver Pedestal Based Vase by Wood & Hughes

Neoclassical Coin Silver Pedestal Based Vase by Wood & Hughes

By Wood & Hughes

Located in New York, NY

Neoclassical, coin Silver, pedestal - based vase, New York, circa 1875, Wood and Hughes - Makers

Category

Antique 1870s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gorham Coin Silver Water Pitcher with Chased Flowers and Classical Beading
Gorham Coin Silver Water Pitcher with Chased Flowers and Classical Beading

Gorham Coin Silver Water Pitcher with Chased Flowers and Classical Beading

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

Gorham. Gorgeous Gorham coin silver water pitcher. The pitcher features vignettes of repousse

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Coin Silver '.900' Calling Card/Business Card Holder by Gorham
Victorian Coin Silver '.900' Calling Card/Business Card Holder by Gorham

Victorian Coin Silver '.900' Calling Card/Business Card Holder by Gorham

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Victorian, Coin Silver (.900) calling card/ business card holder, Gorham Manufacturing Co

Category

Antique 1860s American Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Neoclassical-Style Parcel Gilt Coin Silver Footed Salt Cellars By Gorham
Pair of Neoclassical-Style Parcel Gilt Coin Silver Footed Salt Cellars By Gorham

Pair of Neoclassical-Style Parcel Gilt Coin Silver Footed Salt Cellars By Gorham

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Neoclassical Style, parcel-gilt, Coin Silver (.900) footed salt cellars, American, Ca. 1850

Category

Antique 1850s American Neoclassical Platters and Serveware

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique silver chatelaine purse, coin purse, 800 silver
Antique silver chatelaine purse, coin purse, 800 silver

Antique silver chatelaine purse, coin purse, 800 silver

Located in NEWARK, GB

A stunning antique German silver chatelaine purse. The body is made up from intricately woven and

Category

19th Century German Evening Bags and Minaudières

Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Coin Fringe
Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Coin Fringe

Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Coin Fringe

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous antique Victorian silver collar necklace. This attractive Aesthetic era chain is made

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Silver Longuard Chain Necklace, Coin Pendant
Antique Georgian Silver Longuard Chain Necklace, Coin Pendant

Antique Georgian Silver Longuard Chain Necklace, Coin Pendant

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous antique, Georgian era silver longuard chain or muff chain necklace. This is a lovely

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coin-Holder Locket, 1880s
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coin-Holder Locket, 1880s

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coin-Holder Locket, 1880s

Located in Berkeley, CA

This decorated spring-loaded coin-holder is engraved with spirals and swirls in an almost paisley

Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Curb Link Bracelet, Heavy, Edwardian, Coin Charms
Antique Silver Curb Link Bracelet, Heavy, Edwardian, Coin Charms

Antique Silver Curb Link Bracelet, Heavy, Edwardian, Coin Charms

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous antique, early Edwardian era chunky silver curb link bracelet. This bracelet has so

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Coin Metal Calling Card Case #3786
Antique Victorian Silver Coin Metal Calling Card Case #3786

Antique Victorian Silver Coin Metal Calling Card Case #3786

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique Victorian silver coin metal calling card case. This stunning collectible calling card case

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Heavy Watch Chain, Coin Fob
Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Heavy Watch Chain, Coin Fob

Antique Victorian Silver Albert Chain, Heavy Watch Chain, Coin Fob

Located in NEWARK, GB

extension with an antique George IV 1826 silver shilling coin attached. The chain is made from sterling

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Elizabeth Locke Antique Silver Coin Gold Drop Earrings
Elizabeth Locke Antique Silver Coin Gold Drop Earrings

Elizabeth Locke Antique Silver Coin Gold Drop Earrings

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Bethesda, MD

19 karat yellow gold Elizabeth Locke antique silver coin drop earrings with flip down post.

Category

Early 2000s Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold

Silver Gold Horse Coin Earrings

Silver Gold Horse Coin Earrings

By Diane Griswold Johnston

Located in Cohasset, MA

Antique style Horse Coin Earrings Silver set in 11K pink gold For pierced ears

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Silver

Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian
Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian

Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, Coin fob, Edwardian

Located in NEWARK, GB

An attractive antique, Edwardian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain. Nice solid

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French silver coin purse, Chatelaine purse, mesh
Antique French silver coin purse, Chatelaine purse, mesh

Antique French silver coin purse, Chatelaine purse, mesh

Located in NEWARK, GB

A stunning antique French silver coin purse. The body is made up from intricately woven and

Category

Early 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Antique Spanish Coin Dated 1882
Antique Spanish Coin Dated 1882

Antique Spanish Coin Dated 1882

Located in Miami, FL

Fine Spanish coin that was previously on a silver bracelet (sold separately). Spain, Alphonse XII

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Spanish Coin 1768 Antique Folding Pocket Knife In .916 Sterling Silver
Spanish Coin 1768 Antique Folding Pocket Knife In .916 Sterling Silver

Spanish Coin 1768 Antique Folding Pocket Knife In .916 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

A pocket knife with a Spanish Coin. Beautiful antique pocket knife, created in Spain, back in the

Category

Antique 1760s Spanish Art Deco Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Antique American Coin Silver Mug Shaped Wax Jack Double Struck 'IC'
Antique American Coin Silver Mug Shaped Wax Jack Double Struck 'IC'

Antique American Coin Silver Mug Shaped Wax Jack Double Struck 'IC'

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique silver wax jack. In coin silver. Double struck with 'I.C.' marks. Attributed to

Category

Antique Early 19th Century North American Federal Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

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Antique Coin Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique coin silver on 1stDibs. A piece of antique coin silver — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique coin silver — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique coin silver is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Neoclassical, Rococo and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of antique coin silver over the years, but those crafted by Albert Coles, Andrew de Milt and Gorham are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Coin Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of antique coin silver at 1stDibs is $1,345, while they’re typically $290 on the low end and $36,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Coin Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.