What is an antique silver plate?

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.

What is antique silver plating?

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.

Does antique silver plate have any value?

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.

Is antique silver plate valuable?

While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.

Is antique silver plate worth anything?

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.

Is silver-plated antique silverware worth anything?

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.

Antique Scale Plate

Antique English Scales of Justice

Sold|~~$650~~

Antique English Scales of Justice

Located in Port Chester, NY

Heavy iron scales, with great porcelain weighing plate. Scales of Justice with the Justice mark

Category

19th Century English Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair of Large-Scale Venetian Form Pier Mirrors

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Pair of Large-Scale Venetian Form Pier Mirrors

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair of 1920'S Large-Scale Divided-Plate Pier Mirrors of Venetian Form. The center mirror plate

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Large Round Silver Plate Plateau Mirror, circa 1820

Sold|~~$2,690~~

Large Round Silver Plate Plateau Mirror, circa 1820

Located in Summerland, CA

Fantastic large scale silver plate mirror plateau. Original mirror and silver plate. Footed and

Category

1820s Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Serving Plate

Sold|~~$750~~

Large Serving Plate

Located in Boston, MA

Large scale serving plate from the Lampung tribe, Indonesia.

Category

19th Century Indonesian Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Wood

19th Century Celadon Plate

Sold|~~$1,200~~

19th Century Celadon Plate

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pale crackle celadon plate with nice scale.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Scale Plate

French Walnut Louis XIII Small-Scale Single-Drawer Side Table, circa 1640

Sold|~~$8,500~~

French Walnut Louis XIII Small-Scale Single-Drawer Side Table, circa 1640

Located in Lake Forest, IL

Walnut single-drawer Provincial table, Louis XIII, circa 1640. Iron key plate, rare small-scale

Category

Late 17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Monumental Majolica Palissy Style Plates

Sold|~~$7,800~~

Pair of Monumental Majolica Palissy Style Plates

Located in Natchez, MS

Pair of large scale majolica plates in the style of Bernard Palissy. Having various fish and shell

Category

19th Century Portuguese Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Pottery

Beautifully Colored 19th Century Italian Mirror

Sold|~~$12,000~~

Beautifully Colored 19th Century Italian Mirror

Located in New York, NY

A Beautifully Colored 19th Century Italian Mirror with Original Mirror Plate. Great scale.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Scale Plate

18th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Pine Pier Mirror

Sold|~~$2,800~~

18th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Pine Pier Mirror

Located in Charleston, SC

A classical French giltwood pier mirror, circa 1780, featuring clean lines, a smaller scale and the

Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century French Gilded Looking Glass

Sold|~~$9,795~~

18th Century French Gilded Looking Glass

Located in Houston, TX

18th Century French Giltwood looking glass in grand scale, Louis XVI Period, original plate with

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Wood, Mirror, Plaster

Collection of nine 18th c. Architectural Engravings of Egypt

Sold|~~$7,500~~

Collection of nine 18th c. Architectural Engravings of Egypt

Located in Summerland, CA

plates are precise, scale etchings of the temples the army encountered, signed, stamped and dated. Framed

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Scale Plate

A Pair Of Neo Classical Brackets

Sold|~~$12,750~~

A Pair Of Neo Classical Brackets

Located in New York, NY

scrolls carved at the front with a scale motif. The back plates are carved with a gilt Caduceus and

Category

19th Century Antique Scale Plate

Late 19th Century Large French Painted & Parcel Gilt Trumeau

Sold|~~$10,500~~

Late 19th Century Large French Painted & Parcel Gilt Trumeau

Located in Corona Del Mar, CA

Beautiful Louis XVI Style painted and parcel Gilt over-mantle mirror of large scale. Step arched

Category

19th Century French Antique Scale Plate

Pair of 19TH Century Italian Carved Figural Sconces

Sold|~~$2,400 / set~~

Pair of 19TH Century Italian Carved Figural Sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

choice of fittings. Dramatic scale and proportions. The back plates are different diameter.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Metal

Very Large Early 19th Century Regency Period Convex Mirror

Sold|~~$5,360~~

Very Large Early 19th Century Regency Period Convex Mirror

Located in London, GB

A magnificent giltwood and ebonised Regency Period convex mirror of large scale, the circular plate

Category

19th Century English Antique Scale Plate

Regency Gilt Wood Large Convex Mirror

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Regency Gilt Wood Large Convex Mirror

Located in New York, NY

Bold Regency gilt wood convex mirror. The large scale circular mirror plate surrounded by a ribbed

Category

19th Century English Antique Scale Plate

Maki-E Hotoke-Do Tosei Gusoku Samurai Armor Bearing the Kamon of Inaba Family

Sold|~~$265,699~~

Maki-E Hotoke-Do Tosei Gusoku Samurai Armor Bearing the Kamon of Inaba Family

Located in Milano, IT

entirely made of hon-kozane plates (individual scales) and bears gilt metal engraved kanamono all over its

Category

18th Century Asian Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Iron

Set of Victorian Marble Topped Oak Scales with Porcelain Plate

Sold|~~$1,271~~

Set of Victorian Marble Topped Oak Scales with Porcelain Plate

Located in London, west Sussex

, brass weights and trims, and a porcelain plate that depicts Lady Justice in the center. The scales

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Scale Plate

Materials

Marble, Brass

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Antique Scale Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique scale plate you’re looking for. Each antique scale plate for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and ceramic. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique scale plate, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique scale plate, those designed in Victorian, Georgian and Neoclassical styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique scale plate has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by James Grainger and Royal Worcester are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Scale Plate?

Prices for an antique scale plate can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $241 and can go as high as $12,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,246.

Questions About Antique Scale Plate

What is an antique silver plate?
2 Answers
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.
What is antique silver plating?
1 Answer
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.
Does antique silver plate have any value?
1 Answer
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.
Is antique silver plate valuable?
1 Answer
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.
Is antique silver plate worth anything?
1 Answer
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.
Is silver-plated antique silverware worth anything?
1 Answer
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.