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Egyptian Silver Wine Bucket, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Egyptian silver wine bucket, circa 1920. The bucket of tapered form, richly engraved with multiple
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Large Antique Presentation Tray, Egyptian Silver Plate, Afternoon Tea, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique presentation tray. An Egyptian, silver plated afternoon tea serving
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Late Victorian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

French Empire Sterling Silver Salt Cellar Blue Glass Liners Return from Egypt
By F.B. Rogers Silver Co., Barbour Silver Co., Gorham CO., Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
French Napoleonic Empire table set "return from Egypt" Made of sterling silver and cobalt blue
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons
By B.F. Norris & Co. 1
Located in New York, NY
Set of 9 various English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival sterling silver spoons with sphinx head
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Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Egyptian Revival Compact/Cigarette Case, Sterling Silver & Enamel, Art Deco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the interior is finished with a gold wash. The marks suggest that the silver was smithed in Egypt and
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival sterling silver serving fork and spoon with sphinx
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Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Egyptian Style Silver and Bronze Compotes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Middle Eastern Egyptian-style (Late 19th Century) compotes with a silvered etched round top
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19th Century Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Bronze, Silver

Egyptian Revival Silver Salt Cellars
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival silver salt cellars. Pair English sterling silver Egyptian Revival salt cellars
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Candy Dish, Egyptian Style, First Empire
Located in Paris, FR
Early 19th century silver drageoir or candy dish adorned with Egyptian head and on the collar with
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1810s French Empire Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver-Gilt Egyptian-Revival Two-Handled Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver-gilt, Egyptian Revival, two-handled centerpiece, inspired by the
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1920s English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold

Victorian Sphinx Egyptian Revival Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Biscuit Barrel Box
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elaborate figural Egyptian Revival Victorian biscuit jar made by Mappin & Webb during the 19th
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Egyptian Style Brown Pitcher
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in New York, NY
Middle Eastern Egyptian-style (English 1920s) small brown pitcher with sphinx head spout and beige
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1920s British Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Egyptian Style Brown Pitcher
Egyptian Style Brown Pitcher
H 9.25 in W 6.75 in D 5.5 in
Antique WMF Art Nouveau Centerpiece Silver Plated Crystal Glass Egyptian Revival
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Lovely WMF Art Nouveau centerpiece four winged sphinxes (Egyptian Revival). This centerpiece was
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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Eight Piece Antique Egyptian Revival Silver Plated Tea Set C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Eight Piece Antique Egyptian Revival Silver Plated Figural & Footed Tea Set with Mask C1890
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19th Century Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Doulton Lambeth Stoneware Egyptian Revival pitcher
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in East Geelong, VIC
decorated with a rather uncommon Egyptian theme. A pharaoh's head forms the spout and the wings of Horus
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1890s English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Stoneware

c. 1880s Egyptian Revival English Revolving Hunt Tureen
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1880s Egyptian Revival revolving hunt tureen, English. With inner pans. Exceptionally fine
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Wedgwood Rosso Antico Egyptian Revival Teapot
By Wedgwood
Located in Gainesville, FL
Wedgwood Rosso Antico Egyptian Revival Teapot. The teapot surmounted by figural black crocodile
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Early 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Five Piece Bailey & Brainard Egyptian Revival Silver Plate Tea Set C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Five Piece Figural Bailey & Brainard Egyptian Revival Silver Plate Tea Set. Footed with
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19th Century Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

1920s English Egyptian Revival Pitcher by Doulton
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in New York, NY
1920's English small brown pitcher with an pharaoh-headed spout sphinx and beige and white classical figures in relief. Impressed "Doulton, Lambeth."
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1920s British Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Émile GALLÉ, Precious Egyptian Ship, a rare earthenware piece
By Émile Gallé
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
gold spangles, was inspired by Pharaonic Egypt. Shaped like an Egyptian ship, our bowl is richly
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Late 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Egyptian Jug Decorated in Black Basalt and Rosso Antico
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
This special edition Wedgwood ale jug is decorated in Egyptian Revival style, showing a sphinx to
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Mid-19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Stoneware

Rare Antique 19th Century Hand Blown Anglo-Egyptian Glass and Bronze Bottle
Located in Doha, QA
This is a very rare antique bronze and hand blown glass bottle measures 26cm in hight and 9 cm in width. The bottle is extremely rich decorated and has a cup on top. This is a very c...
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Bronze

3 Antique Egyptian Hammered Copper Water Can Jug Pitchers Bonsai Gooseneck
Located in Dayton, OH
and ribbed accents, and scrolled handles. One features a bonsai gooseneck spout. Stamped with ‘Egypt
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19th Century Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Copper

Filigree Garment Element, Egypt Or Ottoman Empire, 19th C.
Located in PARIS, FR
Fibula, or item of clothing, in filigree silver, Egypt, Ottoman Empire, 19th c. The filigree is a
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19th Century Turkish Islamic Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Egyption Revival Sterling Plate Necklace Egyption Circa 1916
Located in Southbury, CT
—near 1920— at the height of the Egyptian Revival period. The necklace features 7 silver plaques, each
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Royal Worcester Hand Painted, Gilt Egyptian Revival Porcelain Ewer c1900
By Royal Worcester
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique English Royal Worcester Egyptian Revival lidded and footed ewer offers porcelain
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Early 20th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Early 19th Century Wedgwood Egyptian Revival Rosso Antico Teapot
By Josiah Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
details in the Egyptian Revival style. This rosso antico teapot is a fine example of the Egyptian Revival
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Early 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Earthenware

Egyptian Copper Cache Pot/Silver Inlay
Located in Malibu, CA
Egyptian copper & silver cache pot in an aged coppery finish that features fine silver inlay work
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Mid-19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Copper

Early Wedgwood Egyptian Revival Neoclassical Rosso Antico Coffee Pot
By Josiah Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
details in the Egyptian Revival style. Developed by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1760s, rosso antico famously
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Early 19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Earthenware

Rare Royal Copenhagen Vase, Egyptian Style, Historicism, 1860s-1870s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Royal Copenhagen vase, Egyptian style. Historicism, 1860s-1870s. Measuring 13.5 x 10 cm
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1860s Danish Antique Egyptian Silver

Giustiniani Egyptian Motif Pottery Plate with Gilt Highlights, Rodent
By Giustiniani Family 1
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giustiniani Egyptomania Pottery plate with gilt highlights, and a central Rodent Neapolitan manufacture (Biagio Giustiniani & Sons) dated to 1830-1840 19th century, impressed scrip...
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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Pottery

Antique French Silver Chatelaine Pharao Egyptian Revival
Located in Munich, Bavaria
the Egyptian revival rage which followed the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. two sturdy silver
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1870s French Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Ceramic Tray with Metal Montage and Egyptian Motiv from the 1920s
Located in Vienna, Austria
on Egyptian pyramid in strong colors. I personally have fallen in love with these trays and have
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1920s Czech Jugendstil Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Metal

Egyptian Copper Plate with Silver Inlay Hieroglyphics, Early 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
plate with silver inlay create a visual narrative that transports viewers back in time to ancient Egypt
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19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Copper

French Empire Gilt Silver Epergne, c1805
Located in valatie, NY
This beautiful French early 19th century gilt sterling silver epergne is decorated with classical
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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

French First Empire Silver Coffee Pot, 1810
Located in Torino, IT
A very good quality French Empire Egyptian taste 950/°°° silver coffee pot, Paris 1819. Oviform
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19th Century French Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

French First Empire Silver Coffee Pot, 1810
French First Empire Silver Coffee Pot, 1810
H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in
Caneware tea set in the Egyptian taste by Schiller & Gerbing, c. 1835
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Bisque caneware creamer and covered sugar bowl in the Egyptian taste, highlighted by applied pseudo
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1830s Czech Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sarcophagus Vesta Case (1886)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver sarcophagus
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1880s English Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gustave Odiot Paris Sterling Silver Bowl, circa 1880
By Odiot, Maison Odiot Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a turn of the 19th Century sterling silver decorative bowl designed and crafted by
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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver, Metal

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Wine Jug, Edward Barnard & Sons c.1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver gilt wine jug, made in the Egyptian revival style, the
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19th Century Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

1920s Egyptian Revival Silver Gilt and Enamel Vintage Charms Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful necklace is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic and was
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1920s Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

19th century Egyptian Grand Tour Cairo Ware silver inlay charger.
Located in Central England, GB
This superb heavy Egyptian Grand Tour wall charger dates to the mid to late 19th century at the
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Mid-19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Bronze

Important Early 20th Century Silver Kiddush cup by Bezalel School Jerusalem
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Important Handmade sterling silver Kiddush goblet by Bezalel School, Jerusalem, Circa 1910-1913
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1910s Israeli Art Nouveau Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique English Neoclassical Figural Silver Plated Samovar w/Rams & Elephants
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Neoclassical/Egyptian Revival Figural Silver Plated Samovar Coffee Urn with Rams
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19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Persian by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 24 Service 147 Pcs
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Persian originated in 1872 when exotic lands were all in vogue (Japanese, Egyptian, Persian). It is
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Late 19th Century Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Egyptian Revival Enamel Bracelet Art Deco Sterling Silver Antique Pharaoh
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING EGYPTIAN REVIVAL BRACELET DATING TO THE ART DECO PERIOD WITH MAGNIFICENT IMAGES
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Early 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Racine Silver Plated Victorian Tilting Lemonade Water Pitcher on Stand w Goblets
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stunning ornate figural details, Egyptian Revivial Face to spout of pitcher, dragon to handle, engraved
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Egyptian Revival Necklace Pharoah Goddess Lotus Antique Art Deco Silver Enamel
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare antique Egyptian Revival Necklace in Silver with magnificent enamel work to
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Early 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Medieval Egyptian Mamluk Brass Tray Stand with Silver Inlay
Located in London, GB
This exceptionally beautiful and rare silver-inlaid brass tray stand dates from the medieval period
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Islamic Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Brass, Silver

Odiot - 6pc. Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Set, Like New Condition, 1890s !
By Odiot
Located in Wilmington, DE
, crafted in 950 sterling silver, features intricate motifs and engravings reminiscent of Egyptian art and
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique Necklace Egyptian Revival 7 Scarab Beetles Gilt Silver / 42cm / 11.5gr
Located in SE
, Green, Silver, White Style: Egyptian Revival Item size: 42 cm Item type: Antique Material: Gold Plate
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Early 1900s European Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Gold-filled, Silver

French 1880 Egyptian Revival Snakes Necklace in Silver with Champleve Cloisonné
Located in Miami, FL
French Egyptian revival champleve necklace. Fabulous necklace choker, created in France in the
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1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

A 200 Plus Set of 19 Century Imperial Russian Silver Flatware by Andrei Bragin
By Andrei Bragin
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An exceptional and extremely rare set of a combination of silver and vermeil (gilded silver
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Mid-19th Century Russian Other Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Vermeil

Austrian 1870 Egyptian Revival Sphinx Paper Weight In .800 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
back in the 1870. This beautiful piece was designed with Egyptian revival and grand tour patterns and
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1870s Austrian Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

French 1880 Egyptian Revival Pectoral in Silver with Champleve Cloisonne & Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
French Egyptian revival champleve pectoral. Fabulous colorful piece, created in France in the late
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1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Parcel-Gilt and Electroplated Epergnes Suite by Elkington & Co
By Elkington & Co.
Located in London, GB
Crafted in parcel-gilt and electroplated silver, this stunning epergnes suite was made by the leading
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Large copper basin, silver inlaid, Egypt, 19th c. or before.
Located in PARIS, FR
Large silver damask copper basin decorated with scrolls, arabesques and foliage, encircling thuluth
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1880s Egyptian Islamic Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver, Copper

Legras Lotus Vase Gilded and Red Cased over Opaque White for Paris Expo 1889
By François-Théodore Legras
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Fabulous Early Legras vase in red cased over opaque white Vase with stylised Chinoiserie patterns including bell like Lotus flowers and buds. It comes from a series produced initiall...
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1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Art Glass

Emile-Désiré Philippe Early Egyptian Revival Gold Silver Enamel Hinged Bangle
Located in London, GB
Remarkably fine eclectic bangle of early Egyptian & Gothic revival design. H 1.60 cm (0.63 in
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Late 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet, Wonderful hand detailed enamel scenes on each panel. Small
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1920s German Egyptian Revival Antique Egyptian Silver

Materials

Silver

Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet
Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet
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Antique Egyptian Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique Egyptian silver you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique Egyptian silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique Egyptian silver made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique Egyptian silver has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Wedgwood, Ball, Black & Company and John Wendt are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Egyptian Silver?

Prices for a piece of antique Egyptian silver can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $163,333, while the average can fetch as much as $2,006.
Questions About Antique Egyptian 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.