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Silver bell with filled background
Silver bell with filled background

Silver bell with filled background

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell with filled background. Metal: Silver. Origin: English. Brand: . Weight

Category

Early 20th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Military Interest - Victorian sterling silver bell with military inscription
Military Interest - Victorian sterling silver bell with military inscription

Military Interest - Victorian sterling silver bell with military inscription

By E.&E. Emanuel

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1892 by Emanuel Emanuel, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver bell with bows, garlands, pen holder and internal mechanism
Silver bell with bows, garlands, pen holder and internal mechanism

Silver bell with bows, garlands, pen holder and internal mechanism

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell with bows, garlands, pen holder, mechanism inside and harlequin standing

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Silver bell with relief and cut handle
Silver bell with relief and cut handle

Silver bell with relief and cut handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell with embossed and cut-out handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Silver bell with beaded reliefs and cut-out handle
Silver bell with beaded reliefs and cut-out handle

Silver bell with beaded reliefs and cut-out handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell with crimped reliefs and cut-out handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Silver bell with pierced angelic motifs on marble base
Silver bell with pierced angelic motifs on marble base

Silver bell with pierced angelic motifs on marble base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell, engraved with angelic and floral motifs, resting on a marble base with an

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Silver bell with mechanism inside resting on a guilloche cup
Silver bell with mechanism inside resting on a guilloche cup

Silver bell with mechanism inside resting on a guilloche cup

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell with mechanism inside resting on a guilloche cup. Metal: Silver. Origin

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Victorian silver bell with garlands, ropes & angel on tortoiseshell base
Victorian silver bell with garlands, ropes & angel on tortoiseshell base

Victorian silver bell with garlands, ropes & angel on tortoiseshell base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Victorian silver bell trimmed with cords, garlands, floral motifs, and topped with an

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Silver bell with pierced floral lid, mechanism and four feet
Silver bell with pierced floral lid, mechanism and four feet

Silver bell with pierced floral lid, mechanism and four feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell with cut-out and embossed lid with floral motifs, mechanism inside and

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Large Edwardian Style Sterling Silver Bell-Form Inkwell With Hinged Lid
Large Edwardian Style Sterling Silver Bell-Form Inkwell With Hinged Lid

Large Edwardian Style Sterling Silver Bell-Form Inkwell With Hinged Lid

Located in New York, NY

Large, Edwardian-style, sterling silver, bell-form inkwell, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked

Category

1920s English Edwardian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold

Antique George V Sterling Silver Bell Inkwell
Antique George V Sterling Silver Bell Inkwell

Antique George V Sterling Silver Bell Inkwell

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver inkwell has been realistically modelled in the form of a bell. The surface of this

Category

1920s English Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique sterling silver table bell made in 1922
Antique sterling silver table bell made in 1922

Antique sterling silver table bell made in 1922

By Deakin & Francis

Located in London, London

, Sterling Silver Bell, is plain in design, with reed detailing around the base. The bell measures 3.75

Category

1920s English Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Regency Period Antique Sterling Silver Table Bell - London 1819
Rare Regency Period Antique Sterling Silver Table Bell - London 1819

Rare Regency Period Antique Sterling Silver Table Bell - London 1819

Located in London, London

Silver Bell, is plain in design, with reed borders. The bell measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm

Category

1810s English Regency Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Very Rare Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Pig Bell' London 1904 by William Hornby
Very Rare Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Pig Bell' London 1904 by William Hornby

Very Rare Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Pig Bell' London 1904 by William Hornby

By WILLIAM HORNBY, LONDON (1898-1913)

Located in London, London

silver bell, is modelled as a quite charming pig. The bell is operated by winding the key underneath and

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Table Bell
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Table Bell

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Table Bell

By John Septimus Beresford

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver table bell; an

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver pierced bell with floral reliefs and internal mechanism
Silver pierced bell with floral reliefs and internal mechanism

Silver pierced bell with floral reliefs and internal mechanism

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell, cut and embossed with floral motifs, mechanism inside. Metal: Silver

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Silver pierced bell with spiral floral motifs and interior mechanism
Silver pierced bell with spiral floral motifs and interior mechanism

Silver pierced bell with spiral floral motifs and interior mechanism

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver bell, cut-out, spiral with floral motifs and mechanism inside. Metal: Silver

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Victorian silver pierced bell with shells, garlands and zoomorphic feet
Victorian silver pierced bell with shells, garlands and zoomorphic feet

Victorian silver pierced bell with shells, garlands and zoomorphic feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Victorian silver bell trimmed with shells and garlands, resting on a corded base and

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Canterbury Bell by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pieces
Canterbury Bell by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pieces

Canterbury Bell by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pieces

By Lunt Silver

Located in Big Bend, WI

Canterbury bell by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 38 pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, 9

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Belle with Figural Fowl-Bearing Countryman Handle
Antique Silver Belle with Figural Fowl-Bearing Countryman Handle

Antique Silver Belle with Figural Fowl-Bearing Countryman Handle

Located in New York, NY

Turn-of-the-century European silver bell. Tulip-bowl with twisted gadrooning. Figural handle

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Bell Top Chinoiserie Strking Mantel Clock
Edwardian Bell Top Chinoiserie Strking Mantel Clock

Edwardian Bell Top Chinoiserie Strking Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

hours and halves on a silvered bell, marked J.D and numbered 443. C.1900

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Hand Bell or Dinner Bell
Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Hand Bell or Dinner Bell

Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Hand Bell or Dinner Bell

By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique silver dinner bell. By G.H. French & Co. of North Attleboro, MA. In sterling

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Table Bell
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Table Bell

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Table Bell

By Ludwig Neresheimer

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver figural table bell

Category

Early 1900s British Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1921 Sterling Silver Spice Tower
1921 Sterling Silver Spice Tower

1921 Sterling Silver Spice Tower

By Rosenzweig, Taitelbaum & Co

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver spice tower, an

Category

1920s English Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Minton Parian Figure of Don Quixote's "Dorothea" by John Bell
Minton Parian Figure of Don Quixote's "Dorothea" by John Bell

Minton Parian Figure of Don Quixote's "Dorothea" by John Bell

By John Bell, Minton

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Minton Parian figure of Don Quixote's "Dorothea" by John Bell, a fine example of Parian, after a

Category

Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Ceramic

Antique 1915 Sterling Silver Spice Tower
Antique 1915 Sterling Silver Spice Tower

Antique 1915 Sterling Silver Spice Tower

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver spice tower; an

Category

1910s English Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French Silver and Ceramic Door Bell Push, Bell Ringer
Antique French Silver and Ceramic Door Bell Push, Bell Ringer

Antique French Silver and Ceramic Door Bell Push, Bell Ringer

By Émile Froment-Meurice

Located in NEWARK, GB

A beautiful, rare vintage Silver and Ceramic door bell push. This gorgeous piece is made from

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Jacob Rozenzweig Sterling Silver Spice Tower
Antique Jacob Rozenzweig Sterling Silver Spice Tower

Antique Jacob Rozenzweig Sterling Silver Spice Tower

By Rosenzweig, Taitelbaum & Co

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

bells and surmounts a knopped pedestal foot. This antique silver spice tower, crafted by the Judaic

Category

1910s British Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Solid Silver Butler's Bell Push No. 59
Antique Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Solid Silver Butler's Bell Push No. 59

Antique Georg Jensen Art Nouveau Solid Silver Butler's Bell Push No. 59

By Georg Jensen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Georg Jensen silver bell push. In 830 silver. Model no. 59. With floral decoration to

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

A & J Zimmerman Ltd Antique Sterling Silver Table Bell
A & J Zimmerman Ltd Antique Sterling Silver Table Bell

A & J Zimmerman Ltd Antique Sterling Silver Table Bell

By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V sterling silver table bell; an addition to our

Category

1920s British Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver table bell with reliefs and harlequin figure
Silver table bell with reliefs and harlequin figure

Silver table bell with reliefs and harlequin figure

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver table bell with reliefs and harlequin figure. Metal: Silver. Origin: French

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Ladle in Norwegian Blue Bell Pattern signed Thorvald Marthinsen
Sterling Silver Ladle in Norwegian Blue Bell Pattern signed Thorvald Marthinsen

Sterling Silver Ladle in Norwegian Blue Bell Pattern signed Thorvald Marthinsen

By Thorvald Marthinsen

Located in New York, NY

This Aesthetic Movement sterling silver ladle, crafted by the renowned silversmith Thorvald

Category

Early 1900s Norwegian Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Three Rare Georg Jensen Bell Silver Cold Meat Forks, 830S
Three Rare Georg Jensen Bell Silver Cold Meat Forks, 830S

Three Rare Georg Jensen Bell Silver Cold Meat Forks, 830S

Located in København, Copenhagen

Three rare Georg Jensen bell silver cold meat forks (830S). Dated 1904-1908. Length: 16 cm. In

Category

Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

French mantel clock made of white marble
French mantel clock made of white marble

French mantel clock made of white marble

Located in Berlin, DE

. French eight-day movement with anchor escapement, striking the hours and half-hours on a silvered bell.

Category

1850s French Empire Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Carrara Marble

Antique English Sterling Silver Novelty Mechanical Desk Bell - Chester 1911
Antique English Sterling Silver Novelty Mechanical Desk Bell - Chester 1911

Antique English Sterling Silver Novelty Mechanical Desk Bell - Chester 1911

By Grey & Co, Birmingham

Located in Bath, GB

Rare to come across one of these highly sought-after desk bells in sterling silver. It is the

Category

1910s European Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Sterling Silver, Iron

Small Ormolu French Cartel Wall Clock
Small Ormolu French Cartel Wall Clock

Small Ormolu French Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

and original gilded hands. Eight day French movement striking the hours and halves on a silvered

Category

1880s French Napoleon III Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Ormolu

Art Deco Silver Plate Bell Form Cocktail Shaker Marked H & H (Hukin & Heath)
Art Deco Silver Plate Bell Form Cocktail Shaker Marked H & H (Hukin & Heath)

Art Deco Silver Plate Bell Form Cocktail Shaker Marked H & H (Hukin & Heath)

By Hukin & Heath

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Art Deco silver plate bell-form cocktail shaker in three parts. Remove the handle to fill, replace

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver Plate

French Brass Bracket Clock
French Brass Bracket Clock

French Brass Bracket Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

. Eight day French movement striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell. C.1870.

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Brass

French Skeleton Mantel Clock
French Skeleton Mantel Clock

French Skeleton Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

trefoil hands. Eight day movement with outside countwheel strike on a silvered bell. c.1850

Category

1850s French Napoleon III Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Brass

French Grey Marble Mantel Clock
French Grey Marble Mantel Clock

French Grey Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

movement with anchor escapement striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell, the backplate numbered

Category

1890s French Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Marble

George III Mahogany Bell Top Bracket Clock With Verge Escapement by H.Thomas
George III Mahogany Bell Top Bracket Clock With Verge Escapement by H.Thomas

George III Mahogany Bell Top Bracket Clock With Verge Escapement by H.Thomas

By Henry Thomas

Located in Norwich, GB

pendulum, striking the hours on a top mounted silvered bell. The backplate profusely engraved with foliate

Category

1760s British George III Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Mahogany

Flute and Bell Flower Cut Glass Georgian Lazy Susan
Flute and Bell Flower Cut Glass Georgian Lazy Susan

Flute and Bell Flower Cut Glass Georgian Lazy Susan

Located in Steyning, West sussex

A fine Georgian lazy Susan, the slice cut foot with a band of bell flowers mounting a flute cut

Category

18th Century and Earlier British Georgian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Silver

Victorian Walnut and Ebony Mantel Clock
Victorian Walnut and Ebony Mantel Clock

Victorian Walnut and Ebony Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

and halves on a silvered bell, numbered 8099. C.1880

Category

1880s French Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Walnut

French Tortoiseshell Drumhead Boulle Clock
French Tortoiseshell Drumhead Boulle Clock

French Tortoiseshell Drumhead Boulle Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

halves on a silvered bell. The backplate numbered 391. C.1870.

Category

1870s French Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

French Ormolu and Birds Eye Maple Boulle Clock
French Ormolu and Birds Eye Maple Boulle Clock

French Ormolu and Birds Eye Maple Boulle Clock

By Comptoir General

Located in Norwich, GB

‘blued’ steel hands. Eight day French movement striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell with

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Antique Victorian Dinner Bell
Antique Victorian Dinner Bell

Antique Victorian Dinner Bell

$777Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Victorian Dinner Bell

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

That's an antique dinner bell with abalone , mother -of-pearl bell on a white marble base. I found

Category

Early 20th Century French Other Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Mantel Clock by Roskell, Paris
French Tortoiseshell Boulle Mantel Clock by Roskell, Paris

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Mantel Clock by Roskell, Paris

By Henri Marc, Paris 1

Located in Norwich, GB

the hours and halves on a silvered bell signed Henri Marc, Paris, circa 1890.  

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Victorian Mahogany Cased French Striking Mantel Clock
Victorian Mahogany Cased French Striking Mantel Clock

Victorian Mahogany Cased French Striking Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

countwheel striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell, circa 1870.  

Category

1870s French Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Glass Bell Form Smoke Cover c.1900
Antique Glass Bell Form Smoke Cover c.1900

Antique Glass Bell Form Smoke Cover c.1900

Located in Worcester, GB

Antique Glass Bell Form Smoke Cover, c.1900 A good quality antique clear glass smoke cover of bell

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Glass

Lovely pair of antique Edwardian bell shaped decanters
Lovely pair of antique Edwardian bell shaped decanters

Lovely pair of antique Edwardian bell shaped decanters

Located in Ipswich, GB

Lovely pair of antique Edwardian bell shaped decanters having a lovely pair of antique Edwardian

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Mahogany Mantel Clock
Art Deco Mahogany Mantel Clock

Art Deco Mahogany Mantel Clock

By Japy Frères

Located in Norwich, GB

Freres striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell and numbered 1137, circa 1920.       

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Mahogany

French White Marble Mantel Clock
French White Marble Mantel Clock

French White Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

with lever escapement striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell, circa 1860.  

Category

1860s French Victorian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Marble

Quality antique Edwardian cut glass bell shaped decanter
Quality antique Edwardian cut glass bell shaped decanter

Quality antique Edwardian cut glass bell shaped decanter

Located in Ipswich, GB

Quality antique Edwardian cut glass bell shaped decanter having a quality antique Edwardian cut

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Silver Bell

Materials

Glass

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Antique Silver Bell For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique silver bell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique silver bell — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique silver bell — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver bell, designed in the Victorian, Art Nouveau or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Desvres, James Samuel Bell & Louis Willmott and Royal Copenhagen each produced at least one beautiful antique silver bell that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Silver Bell?

An antique silver bell can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,193, while the lowest priced sells for $145 and the highest can go for as much as $46,000.
Questions About Antique Silver Bell
  • 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 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 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 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.