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Lovely Antique Original Worn Finish Silver Plated Cherub Handle Serving Tray
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique silver plated cherub serving tray. A good
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair
By Sheffield
Located in Soquel, CA
IV Sheffield silver plate candlesticks. Vintage, distressed silver finish. Silver loss to base. Minor
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1820s English George IV Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Copper

International Silver Company Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Childs Bowl & Stand
By International Silver
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine and stylish American Art Nouveau sterling silver child's bowl and stand decorated with the
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

William and Mary Gold by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 12 Vermeil
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
beautiful gold finish. Absolutely stunning! Satisfaction guaranteed! We buy silver. Please inquire.
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Early 20th Century Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Repousse Gold by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set Vermeil 48 Pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
monogrammed. This set has a beautiful gold finish. Stunning! Satisfaction guaranteed! We buy silver. Please
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Early 19th Century Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Hammered Finish Cocktail Shaker.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handmade Antique American Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Hallmarked Hammered Finish Cocktail Shaker
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Pap Boat
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique sterling silver pap boat from London, England, circa 1803. No monogram Pap boats are a
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Early 19th Century Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Maryland Hand-Hammered by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 46 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous MARYLAND HAND HAMMERED BY ALVIN sterling silver Flatware set - 46 Pieces. This rare set
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Early 1900s Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Newark, England
silver finish Silver Plate is a term used when a metal object is coated in a thin layer of silver. The
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1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter WMF
Art Nouveau Silver Plate Swan Decanter WMF
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H 14 in W 5.3 in D 7.5 in
Art Deco International Sterling 1925 Minuet Vegetable Large Bowl in 925 Sterling
By International Silver
Located in Miami, FL
vegetable bowl has been crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver, with high polished finish and designed
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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Fruit Bowl with Hammer Finish by Liberty & Co.
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique sterling silver fruit bowl Maker: Liberty & Co. Ltd. Made Birmingham, circa 1928 Fully
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1920s British Art Deco Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fruit Bowl with Hammer Finish by Liberty & Co.
Fruit Bowl with Hammer Finish by Liberty & Co.
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H 4.14 in Dm 9.97 in
William B. Durgin Co. 1900 Edwardian Neo Classic Center Bowl 925 Sterling Silver
By William B. Durgin, Durgin Silver Company
Located in Miami, FL
neoclassical patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The vase stand in a rounded
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Late 19th Century North American Edwardian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Gilded Age Signed E F Caldwell New York Silver Plated Dish or Plate
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
medallion with the bust of a woman and an electroplated silver plated finish. Signed with a wheel engraved
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Early 20th Century American Gilded Age Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Elegant Gold Metal Finish Ice Bucket
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant gold metal finish ice bucket reflecting the high point of design, circa 1920.
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1920s Antique Finish Silver

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Glass

Victorian Silver Plated Mounted Quality Oak Smokers Cabinet, Scotland 1890
Located in Vancouver, BC
Solid Oak Original Finish Silver Plated mounted oak top opens to reveal storage space Above a
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1890s Scottish Antique Finish Silver

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Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver, has a circular shaped form. The unusual spherical body of the teapot has a beaten finish. The
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1880s British Victorian Antique Finish Silver

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Sterling Silver

Heavy-Gauge Silver Water Jug
By Crichton Brothers
Located in London, GB
piece is made from hand-raised silver and the original hammered finish can still be seen. The design
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1920s English Georgian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver

Heavy-Gauge Silver Water Jug
Heavy-Gauge Silver Water Jug
H 6 in W 6.75 in D 4.5 in
Sterling Silver Mauser Water Pitcher
By The Mauser Manufacturing Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver water pitcher by The Mauser Manufacturing Company of New York
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Early 1900s American Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Antique German Silver and Cut-Glass Claret Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive pair of antique German silver and cut glass claret jugs; an
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1880s German Antique Finish Silver

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Silver

1882 Sterling Silver Antique Victorian Tazzas Centrepiece
By Alexander Crichton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver tazzas
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Finish Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 1820s Italian Sterling Silver Jug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Italian silver sterling jug. This exceptional
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1820s Italian Antique Finish Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique 1820s Italian Sterling Silver Jug
Antique 1820s Italian Sterling Silver Jug
H 7.72 in W 8.98 in D 3.9 in
Pair of Victorian Sterling Silver Berry Fruit Serving Spoons, 1848
Located in London, GB
Pair of Victorian Sterling Silver Berry Fruit Serving Spoons from 1848 In excellent condition
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19th Century Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Two Cut Glass and Silver Claret Jugs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
These exquisite jugs have been expertly crafted in glass and are mounted with sterling silver necks
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Late 19th Century German Rococo Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Newcastle Sterling Silver Sauceboats / Gravy Boats
By Isaac Cookson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare pair of antique George II Newcastle sterling silver
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1730s English George II Antique Finish Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Silver Model of a Pheasant
By Berthold Hermann Muller
Located in London, GB
A large sterling silver model of a male golden pheasant, made in Germany and bearing import
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Early 20th Century German Antique Finish Silver

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Sterling Silver

Large Silver Model of a Pheasant
Large Silver Model of a Pheasant
H 12.5 in W 20 in D 3.5 in
George V Silver Hip Flask
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Padgett & Braham Art Decco Silver Hip Flask. A beautiful gentleman's pocket silver spirit hip flask
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver

George V Silver Hip Flask
George V Silver Hip Flask
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H 4.34 in W 3.15 in D 0.79 in
Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Goblet
By Hancock & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver goblet made by C F
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Dutch silver teapot, an addition to our silver teaware
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Early 1800s Dutch Antique Finish Silver

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Silver

19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot
19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot
H 4.9 in W 3.1 in D 8.6 in
Omar Ramsden 1920s Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Jug
By Omar Ramsden
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver coffee jug; an
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1920s British Antique Finish Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Oval Mirrored Plateau
By Stephen Smith
Located in London, GB
This beautiful silver plateau, oval in form, has finely cast and hand-chased classical scenes
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1870s English Victorian Antique Finish Silver

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Oval Mirrored Plateau
Victorian Silver Oval Mirrored Plateau
H 4.75 in W 21.75 in D 18.5 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Parcel Gilt Tazza
By Frederick Elkington
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tazza with parcel gilt
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

c. 1920-30s Webster Sterling Silver Compote
By Webster Company
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Hammered finish sterling silver large compote, c.1920-30s, by Webster. Lobed edge with gadroon
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl
By T. Woolley 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
surface of this Arts & Crafts silver bowl has a planished finish with a plain moulded rim to the upper
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Christofle Pair of Silver Plated Ice Buckets
By Christofle
Located in Northampton, GB
Modelled as novelty buckets with looping handles and ribbed bodies plated in silver with a high
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Christofle Pair of Silver Plated Ice Buckets
Christofle Pair of Silver Plated Ice Buckets
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H 5.3 in W 5.9 in D 4.9 in
Antique Port Decanter, English, Glass, Silver, Birmingham, Edwardian, Dated 1907
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative port decanter. An English, glass and sterling silver spirit bottle
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1920s Sterling Silver Presentation Spoon
By Alwyn Carr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English cast sterling silver presentation
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1920s British Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1911 Art & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon
By Keswick School of Industrial Art
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive, unusual and collectable antique George V English sterling silver caddy spoon
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1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Ring Tray
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are proud to offer this sterling silver Art Nouveau ring tray by Gorham Silversmiths of
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Giant Sterling silver three-handled cup, 1914
By Kemp Bros of Bristol
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and very large, three handled, Sterling silver trophy cup with geometric conical
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Early 20th Century British Other Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Regency Period Large Paper Mache Bottle Coaster with Lacquered Finish
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique wine bottle coaster shows not maker's signature, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1920 and done in a period Regency style. The bott...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Paper

Antique Swedish Arts & Crafts Style Silver Coffee Jug
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
surface of the silver coffee jug has an impressive subtle planished finish. This fine coffee jug is
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1910s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Spanish Silver Jug and Matching Cups
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Spanish silver jug with matching cups; an addition to
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18th Century Spanish Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver

1929 Antique Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon by Henry George Murphy
By Henry George Murphy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver caddy spoon made by
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1920s British Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Centrepiece by William Comyns & Sons
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in Brisbane, QLD
fine hand hammering which adds a secondary texture to the otherwise polished silver finish. The
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Silver and Crystal Candy Dish
Located in Paris, FR
Drageoir in silver and crystal blown and carved. The drageoir is decorated on both sides with
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1820s French Restauration Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Arts & Crafts Mug
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
surface of this Arts and Crafts silver mug has a subtle planished finish. This large christening mug is
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Small Antique Stem Vase, English, Silver, Glass, Decor, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique stem vase. An English, silver and glass decorative posy vase, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Claret Jug, English, Cut Glass, Silver Plate, Decanter, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique claret jug. An English, cut glass and silver plated decanter, dating to the late
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Sterling Silver Cup and Cover by Omar Ramsden
By Omar Ramsden
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cup and cover made by
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1920s English Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Sterling Silver Gilt Presentation Cup and Cover
By C. F. Hancock
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver presentation cup and
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1870s English Victorian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Vase, Elkington & Co, London, 1909
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian sterling silver vase by Elkington & Co. Ltd, London, 1909. The bulbous body is raised
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bohemian Loetz Candia Papillon glass vase with handles and silver overlay c1898
By Loetz Glass
Located in Worcester Park, GB
applied handles and fine silver overlay. This iridised finish was first created by Loetz in 1898 and this
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1890s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian sterling silver cigar case, engraved
By Minshull & Latimer
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and decorative, antique sterling silver cigar case. A lovely substantial and heavy
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Goblet by Omar Ramsden
By Omar Ramsden
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1920 by Omar Ramsden, this rare, striking, sterling silver goblet, is in
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1920s English Arts and Crafts Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Whiting Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Art Nouveau Liquor or Perfume Flask
By Whiting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful, antique sterling silver Art Nouveau flask by Whiting. With a hand-hammered finish
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Searle & Co Walter Henry Searle Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Porringer
By Searle & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Edwardian silver porringer has a planished finish and is embellished with an embossed bordered oval vacant
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Liberty & Co Ltd 1917 Antique Sterling Silver Photograph Frame
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver photograph frame made
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1910s English Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique sterling silver lamp form table lighter
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish Antique Art Deco era sterling silver lamp form table lighter. An unusual genie style
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique sterling silver lamp form table lighter
Antique sterling silver lamp form table lighter
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H 2.75 in W 4 in D 1.75 in
Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Henry Chawner
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carved pineapple style, silver topped finial; this finish is an important and fine feature of the piece
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1780s British George III Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Antique French Solid Silver Flower Vase, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique French solid Silver Vase decorated with two substantial stylised leaf handles
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Early 20th Century French Antique Finish Silver

Materials

Silver

Large Antique French Solid Silver Flower Vase, circa 1900
Large Antique French Solid Silver Flower Vase, circa 1900
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H 15.71 in W 12.84 in D 12.84 in
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Antique Finish Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique finish silver for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and glass. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique finish silver — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique finish silver made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique finish silver has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Durand, Loetz Glass and Carl Goldberg are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Finish Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of antique finish silver at 1stDibs is $1,530, while they’re typically $252 on the low end and $12,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Finish Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The metallic finish known as antique bronze boasts a profound, dark chocolate finish that nearly approaches black. The antique bronze color is primarily a color from the brown color family.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique copper finish refers to the natural tarnishing or ‘patina’ that a copper piece acquires over time. It also refers to the green color some vintage copper pieces take on. You’ll find a large collection of antique copper from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 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 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 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 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 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.