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Silver Cup, Peru, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Bernegal silver. Peru, 17th century. Trembling or catavinos made of silver in its color, handles
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18th Century Peruvian Neoclassical Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Cup, Peru, 18th Century
Silver Cup, Peru, 18th Century
H 3.15 in W 7.68 in D 5.52 in
Antique Peruvian Sterling Silver Clad Repousse Table Top Frame
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large Pereda Peruvian sterling silver repousse photo frame with hinged wood back and easel support
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19th Century Peruvian Victorian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

9th Century Silver Processional Priest's Hats, Chimu Culture, Peru
Located in Point Richmond, CA
9th century silver processional priest's hats, Chimu culture, Peru. These silver hats were
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Tribal Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Peruvian Repousse Picture Frame Ca. 1920s
Located in Peabody, MA
An early 20th century art nouveau sterling silver repousse picture frame, marked Industria Peruana
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1920s Peruvian Art Nouveau Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handmade Sterling Silver with Turquoise Stone in Handle Server
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic sterling silver handmade ladle or dipper has a nugget of turquoise and a hand carved
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A French Antique Silvered Bronze Centerpiece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Antique Silvered Bronze Centerpiece with Galeria Artistica Peru 154 VS Hallmarked Circa
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19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Peruvian Silver

early 20th Century Set of Four Peruvian Carved Gourds
Located in Haarlem, NL
Set of four antique carved gourds from Peru, three little ones with silver settings and decorations
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Early 20th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare silver Herb Box (Yerbera), Upper Peru, Potosí, c. 1775–90 great repoussé
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Herb Box (Yerbera), Upper Peru, possibly Potosí, c. 1775–90, cast, repoussé, and chased silver
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Late 18th Century Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Late 19th Century Tea Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century sterling silver tea set. Stamped sterling made in Peru.
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Late 19th Century Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Late 19th Century Tea Set
Late 19th Century Tea Set
H 16 in W 30 in D 17 in
Antique "China" Italian Murano Glass Pharmacy Apothecary Jar
Located in Victoria, BC
its use from indigenous peoples in Peru and brought it to Europe. Other Uses: Besides its
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Blown Glass

Pre-Columbian Inca Mantle with 16 Figures, Peru, 1476-1534 AD
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
textiles became amongst the most prized of all possessions, even more precious than gold or silver. Inca
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Textile

VINTAGE ART DECO CIRCA 1920's AMBER FACE GLASS CUP SUITE WITH LARGE PITCHER JUG
Located in GB
under my other items They are a bit of a mystery to be honest, I was told they came from Peru but I
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1920s Asian Art Deco Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Glass

VINTAGE ART DECO CIRCA 1920'S AMBER FACE GLASS CUP SET WITH LARGE PiTCHER JUG
Located in GB
under my other items They are a bit of a mystery to be honest, I was told they came from Peru but I
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1920s Asian Art Deco Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Glass

AJD Sterling Silver NAZCA Line Hummingbird Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Cultural Treasure from Peru" Celebrate ancient artistry with this stunning handmade sterling silver
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Early 20th Century Peruvian Artisan Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Map of Peru by van der Aa, 'circa 1720'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Le Perou, Grand Pays de l Amerique Meridionale (..)'. Decorative map of Peru
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Early 18th Century Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Paper

Rare Pre-Columbian Inca Silver Mask with Gold Sequins
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A rare, sheet silver human face mask with simple relief facial features including large, almond
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 1 Assayer Q Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
, Peru (Modern-Day Bolivia), where most of the Spanish crown's silver shipped through the Spanish Main
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Early 17th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
northern Peru, modern-day Bolivia. An 8 Reales silver coin was approximately equivalent to one month’s pay
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Early 17th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver, Gold

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 2 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
was minted in northern Peru, modern-day Bolivia. An 8 Reales silver coin was approximately
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Early 17th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Original Atocha shipwreck silver coin 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi mint with the original certificate
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Early 17th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

US Naval Academy USNA 1927 Sterling Silver Cigarette Case & Mayan Belt Buckle
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A hammer finished Sterling Silver Cigarette Case measuring 4 inch by 3.25 Inch engraved "Alvin
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Candlestick Holder London Circa 1878 by Williams
By William Frederick
Located in London, GB
replicated in the style of the bamboo carrying handle. The silver is Mounted on a possibly Peruvian decorated
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Late 19th Century British Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of 19th Century Spanish Colonial Exotic Tobacco Leaf 5-Light Candelabra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 19th-century Spanish Colonial Exotic Tobacco Leaf 5-Light Candelabra  Peru, mid-19th
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Mid-19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Pre Columbian Moche Warrior Vessel South Latin American Antiques Art
Located in London, GB
holding a club or mace with the addition of shell inlayed eyes and a silver alloy nose decoration Moche V
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Pottery

A pair of Spanish-colonial Viceregal mother-of-pearl inlaid bureau-cabinets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Viceroyalty of Peru, Lima, 18th century, circa 1720-1760 Each with a moulded giltwood cornice and
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18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Teak

Atocha Shipwreck 4 Reale Grade 2 Mexico Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Potosi, Peru (Modern-Day Bolivia), where most of the Spanish crown's silver shipped through the Spanish
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Early 17th Century Mexican Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique 1840 Iberian Rose Cut Diamond Ring (Spain Origin)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
round and oval rose cut diamonds in closed back silver cut-down settings with an approximate combined
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1830s Spanish Georgian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant / Brooch, 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
with a secure hinge pin and clip. Tested yellow gold and silver Hand fabricated in darkened
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1860s Spanish Victorian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Atocha Shipwreck 4 Reale Grade 2 Potosi Mint Coin and 14K Gold Bezel Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
corrosion compared to Grade 3 or 4. The Potosi Mint signifies that the coin was minted in northern Peru
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Early 17th Century South American Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Baroque Iberian (Spain) Emerald and Diamond Pendant/Brooch 18Th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
silver over 18K yellow gold. Displays 2 exquisite back foiled emeralds: an emerald cut of 9 mm X 7.5 mm
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Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Cabochon & Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in OVIEDO, AS
of movement Pendant silver mounted over Gold original Stomacher. Measurements: Length 7 cm (USA 2 3
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Mid-18th Century Spanish Georgian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Iberian (Spain) Colombian Emerald & Diamond Earrings late 18th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
independently. Size: Height 80mm (78mm inc. hooks) x Width 23mm x Depth 5.5mm. Metal: Silver/ 18ct Gold (Tested
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Late 18th Century Spanish Georgian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Iberian Diamond Pendant/Brooch 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
"Isabelino" Period 1844-1868), expertly hand fabricated in darkened silver over 18K gold (tested), will
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1850s European Victorian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Antique Iberian (Georgian) Emerald and Diamond Navette Shaped Ring 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
approx. 0.40 carats surrounded by 17 rose-cut diamonds are enwrapped--and enhanced--by darkened silver
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Georgian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Print of the City of Paita by Anson '1749'
Located in Langweer, NL
(..)'. Original antique print of the Peruvian city of Paita in flames after Anson's squadron ransacked the town
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Mid-18th Century Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Paper

Antique 18th Century Emerald 18K Gold Iberian Cross Pendant, Certified
Located in Rotterdam, NL
and South America, silver from Mexico and Bolivia, rubies from Southeast Asia and other precious gems
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Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pre Columbian 800 / 1450 AD Costa Rica Chiriki Tumbaga Gold Condor Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
-Columbian times from Mesoamerica to Peru and Chile as a generic term for any combination of gold and copper
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15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Artist Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver and Transitional Andean Textile Casket
By Spanish Colonial (Peruvian)
Located in New York, NY
Silver was the material of choice for both ecclesiastical and domestic vessels in the New World
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Early 18th Century Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Cuzco School Baptismal Dish
By Spanish Colonial (Peruvian)
Located in New York, NY
Provenance: Manuel Ortíz de Zevallos y García, Peru; and by descent in the family to: Private
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

An 18th century Peruvian Silver Bucket with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sort of bucket, or acetre, used in church for bringing holy water from the sacristy to the altar, is of graceful urn form, with handle of triple curve riveted to the rim at fine...
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18th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Fine pair of large Spanish Colonial Chalices
Located in Summerland, CA
A fine pair of Peruvian silvered brass chalices or cache-pots
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18th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Silver Vase (Spanish Colonial, Peruvian)
Located in New York, NY
This tulip-shaped vase is hand forged with a simple decorative pattern at the lip and base. The 's'-scroll handles have an incised leaf pattern at the top curve and three stacked rin...
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18th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

19th Century Peruvian Coca Box (Coquera) in Silver
Located in Lisbon, PT
were chewed in Peru before the arrival of the Spaniards and continued to be consumed in colonial times.
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19th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of 18th Century South American Candlesticks with Trade Beads
Located in Nogales, AZ
These magnificent sterling silver candlesticks are signed and dated with the owners name. There are
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Late 18th Century Bolivian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Coca leaf box, Peruvian or Bolivian
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Splendid example of a Coca Leaf box, with silver details. 18th Century probably Peruvian or
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18th Century and Earlier Baroque Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Wood

Coca leaf box, Peruvian or Bolivian
H 7.09 in W 10.24 in D 9.45 in
Pair of Colonial Silver Stirrups
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
Beautiful pair of stirrups from colonial South America of the country of Perú, handmade from
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17th Century Peruvian American Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of Colonial Silver Stirrups
Pair of Colonial Silver Stirrups
H 8.86 in W 9.26 in D 6.7 in
Antique Mexican Charles Lindbergh Commemorative Platter
Located in San Francisco, CA
, columns, lusterware, hispano moresque, baroque, Cusco, Peruvian, mask, Mexico, santo, tribal rug
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Early 20th Century Mexican Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Ceramic

17th Century Silver Leafed and Polychromed Console
Located in Nogales, AZ
Finished on all four sides and angled for use a console against a wall or floating in a room, this piece would add quality and distinction to any foyer or entryway. Top is plain wit...
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17th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Wood

A SPANISH COLONIAL SILVER PLAQUE OF SAINT JOHN THE EVANGELIST
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
A SPANISH COLONIAL SILVER PLAQUE OF SAINT JOHN THE EVANGELIST APPARENTLY UNMARKED, PROBABLY ALTO
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Model undressing
Located in BELEYMAS, FR
number 110, titled Modelfigur, awarded with a silver medal Provenance: Emilio Fernando Bolt (c.1860
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1840s French School Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Model undressing
Model undressing
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H 48.04 in W 29.14 in
Peru Silver Candlesticks ca.1800
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This pair of Peruvian silver candlesticks exemplify the elegant details characteristic of Spanish
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19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Peru Silver Candlesticks ca.1800
Peru Silver Candlesticks ca.1800
H 19.75 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
1780s Colonial Peruvian Silver Tureen with Scroll Shaped Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
1780s Colonial Peruvian silver tureen with scroll shaped handles and a silvered metal lid topped
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Late 18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

18th Century Probably Peruvian Silver Engraved Jug with Snake Shaped Handle
Located in Marbella, ES
18th century probably Peruvian silver engraved jug with snake shaped handle. Silver by weight
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Late 18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Peruvian Silver Cross on Wood
Located in Marbella, ES
Late 18th-early 19th century Peruvian silver cross on wood.
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18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

19th Century Bolivian or Peruvian Silver Alms Dish with Saint James on a Horse
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century Bolivian or Peruvian silver alms dish with Saint James riding a horse. Total
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19th Century Bolivian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

19th c Peruvian Silver Sanctuary Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century silver sancturay lamp
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19th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

19th Century Lion Aquamanile from Peru
Located in Santa Fe, NM
In Spanish Colonial Peru, silver aquamaniles were used both in secular and religious contexts for
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19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Camusso Sterling Silver Pasta Server, Made in Peru, circa 1930
By Carlo Mario Camusso
Located in Big Flats, NY
Camusso sterling silver pasta server features scroll decorated handle , en verso marked "Sterling
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Early 20th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

8th-11th Century Silver Tupos 'Shawl Pins' Inca Culture, Peru
Located in Point Richmond, CA
8th-11th century silver tupos (shawl pins) Inca culture, Peru.  
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Tribal Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Silver

Monumental Heavy Antique South American Silver Serving Platter Peru or Bolivia 2
Located in London, GB
Monumental heavy Antique South American silver serving platter Peru or Bolivia 18th century
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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Silver

Materials

Ceramic

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Antique Peruvian Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique Peruvian silver available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique Peruvian silver — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique Peruvian silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of antique Peruvian silver, those designed in Baroque, Folk Art and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of antique Peruvian silver over the years, but those crafted by Camusso are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Peruvian Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of antique Peruvian silver at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $325 on the low end and $30,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Peruvian 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 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 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 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 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 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.