Skip to main content

Antique Silver Bells

to
64
410
142
311
174
174
126
86
74
72
41
40
39
35
32
25
24
24
24
20
18
16
12
9
9
8
7
6
6
5
4
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
6
5
5
4
Sort By
Pair of Hand Blown Glass Bell Jar Lanterns with Grape Etching
Pair of Hand Blown Glass Bell Jar Lanterns with Grape Etching

Pair of Hand Blown Glass Bell Jar Lanterns with Grape Etching

Located in Long Island City, NY

Each of these beautiful 19th century hand blown glass bell jar lanterns is ornamented with an

Category

1870s English High Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Brass

Georgian Bell Bowl Double Series Mercury Twist Wine Glass, circa 1750
Georgian Bell Bowl Double Series Mercury Twist Wine Glass, circa 1750

Georgian Bell Bowl Double Series Mercury Twist Wine Glass, circa 1750

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Georgian Bell Bowl Double Series Mercury Twist Wine Glass, circa 1750 Additional information

Category

18th Century English George II Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Glass

French Majolica Cheese Bell Sarreguemines, Crca 1920
French Majolica Cheese Bell Sarreguemines, Crca 1920

French Majolica Cheese Bell Sarreguemines, Crca 1920

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica cheese bell with fruits signed Sarreguemines, Circa 1920. Grapes, strawberries

Category

1920s French Rustic Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Ceramic

Late 19th Century Antique Bell Shaped Portuguese Terracotta Jug
Late 19th Century Antique Bell Shaped Portuguese Terracotta Jug

Late 19th Century Antique Bell Shaped Portuguese Terracotta Jug

Located in CA, CA

An antique Portuguese bell shaped terracotta jug with fluted spout and double handles. The

Category

Late 19th Century Portuguese Rustic Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Stoneware

Rare Form Air Twist Wine Glass with Bell-Shaped Bowl, circa 1750
Rare Form Air Twist Wine Glass with Bell-Shaped Bowl, circa 1750

Rare Form Air Twist Wine Glass with Bell-Shaped Bowl, circa 1750

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Rare Form Air Twist Wine Glass with Bell-shaped Bowl, circa 1750 Additional information: Period

Category

18th Century English George II Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Glass

Pair of Arts & Crafts Steuben Gold Aurene Art Glass Bell Form Shades
Pair of Arts & Crafts Steuben Gold Aurene Art Glass Bell Form Shades

Pair of Arts & Crafts Steuben Gold Aurene Art Glass Bell Form Shades

By Steuben Glass

Located in Big Flats, NY

Pair of Arts & Crafts gold aurene bell form art glass light shades by Steuben, signed, 20th century

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Violet Bohemian Crystal Bells, 19th Century
Pair of Violet Bohemian Crystal Bells, 19th Century

Pair of Violet Bohemian Crystal Bells, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of violet Bohemian crystal Bells, 19th century. Pair of Bohemian crystal bells in purple with

Category

1870s European Napoleon III Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Crystal

Antique Set of Four Quezal Art Glass Bell-Form Shades, Signed, Circa 1920
Antique Set of Four Quezal Art Glass Bell-Form Shades, Signed, Circa 1920

Antique Set of Four Quezal Art Glass Bell-Form Shades, Signed, Circa 1920

By Quezal

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique set of four art glass shades by Quezal offer bell form with the appearance of a hammered

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Art Glass

Antique English Victorian "Beehive" Handle Brass Bell
Antique English Victorian "Beehive" Handle Brass Bell

Antique English Victorian "Beehive" Handle Brass Bell

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Victorian "Beehive" handle brass bell.

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Brass

A Set of Six Dutch Delft Underglaze Blue Peacock Plates
A Set of Six Dutch Delft Underglaze Blue Peacock Plates

A Set of Six Dutch Delft Underglaze Blue Peacock Plates

By Three Bells Factory

Located in Downingtown, PA

The Three Bells (De Drie Klokken) Factory, The set of six plates are painted in the Peacock

Category

18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Silver Bells

Pair of  Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers
Pair of  Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers

Pair of Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers

By The 3 Bells

Located in Katonah, NY

"The 3 Bells")

Category

18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Silver Bells

Two Dutch Delft Tobacco Jars with Original Lids: Varinas St. Omer, 18th Century
Two Dutch Delft Tobacco Jars with Original Lids: Varinas St. Omer, 18th Century

Two Dutch Delft Tobacco Jars with Original Lids: Varinas St. Omer, 18th Century

By The 3 Bells

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

Delft 1760 – 1790 Workshop: De Drie Klokken (The Three Bells) A genuine set of two blue and white

Category

1760s Dutch Rococo Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Ceramic, Delft, Faience

A Large George Jones Majolica Cheese Bell with Daisys, Bees and Fence, ca. 1878
A Large George Jones Majolica Cheese Bell with Daisys, Bees and Fence, ca. 1878

A Large George Jones Majolica Cheese Bell with Daisys, Bees and Fence, ca. 1878

By George Jones & Sons

Located in Banner Elk, NC

A Large George Jones Majolica Cheese Bell and Stand, rendered as a beautiful summer's day, the

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Majolica

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet

By Daniel & Charles Houle

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver goblet; an addition to our

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Goblet, Antique Victorian
Sterling Silver Goblet, Antique Victorian

Sterling Silver Goblet, Antique Victorian

By Henry Holland 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

silver goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a baluster shaped knopped stem and circular spreading

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hand Blown Antique Glass Wedding Bell Made England, Circa 1840
Hand Blown Antique Glass Wedding Bell Made England, Circa 1840

Hand Blown Antique Glass Wedding Bell Made England, Circa 1840

By Nailsea Glasswork

Located in Katonah, NY

This beautiful handmade blown glass wedding bell was made in England at the Nailsea Glassworks

Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Blown Glass

Sterling Silver Teapot, Antique Victorian
Sterling Silver Teapot, Antique Victorian

Sterling Silver Teapot, Antique Victorian

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

circular bell shaped form onto a circular spreading foot. The body of this Victorian silver teapot is

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique English Brass Service Bell on Onyx Base, Circa 1900
Antique English Brass Service Bell on Onyx Base, Circa 1900

Antique English Brass Service Bell on Onyx Base, Circa 1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English brass service bell on onyx base, Circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Tennis Trophy
Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Tennis Trophy

Antique Sterling Silver Presentation Tennis Trophy

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

George V sterling silver trophy cup has a bell-shaped form onto a pedestal spreading foot. The plain

Category

1920s British Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Newcastle Sterling Silver Cup - Antique George III
Newcastle Sterling Silver Cup - Antique George III

Newcastle Sterling Silver Cup - Antique George III

By John Langlands I & John Robertson I

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine antique George III English sterling silver two handled cup made in Newcastle; an addition to

Category

1790s English George III Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

George Adams Victorian 1870s Sterling Silver Goblet
George Adams Victorian 1870s Sterling Silver Goblet

George Adams Victorian 1870s Sterling Silver Goblet

By George Adams

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading foot

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Chawner & Co Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet
Chawner & Co Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet

Chawner & Co Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet

By Chawner & Co.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Victorian sterling silver goblet has a circular bell-shaped form onto a waisted stem and circular spreading

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Chinoiserie Dinner Bell, Vintage Brass With Nice Patina and Sweet Ring
Chinoiserie Dinner Bell, Vintage Brass With Nice Patina and Sweet Ring

Chinoiserie Dinner Bell, Vintage Brass With Nice Patina and Sweet Ring

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A charming pagoda styled dinner bell for the dining room or cabinet display. All original pieces

Category

1920s American Chinoiserie Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Goblet, Antique Victorian
Sterling Silver Goblet, Antique Victorian

Sterling Silver Goblet, Antique Victorian

By Samuel Smily, Goldsmiths Alliance Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver goblet; an addition to our wine and

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Meissen Dog Group Pug with Puppy and Bells by J.J. Kaendler Germany, circa 1850
Meissen Dog Group Pug with Puppy and Bells by J.J. Kaendler Germany, circa 1850

Meissen Dog Group Pug with Puppy and Bells by J.J. Kaendler Germany, circa 1850

By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Lovingly designed group of animals: Sitting female pug with jingle collar, looking attentively to the right, between her legs a small puppy looking out. Designer: Johann Joachim...

Category

1850s German Rococo Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Porcelain

Indian Sterling Silver Goblet - Antique Circa 1880
Indian Sterling Silver Goblet - Antique Circa 1880

Indian Sterling Silver Goblet - Antique Circa 1880

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Indian sterling silver goblet; an addition to our wine

Category

1880s Indian Other Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

1860s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup
1860s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup

1860s Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup

By Daniel & Charles Houle

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian English sterling silver presentation

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

boxed sterling silver goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading

Category

1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

1902 Antique Edwardian Irish Sterling Silver Mug
1902 Antique Edwardian Irish Sterling Silver Mug

1902 Antique Edwardian Irish Sterling Silver Mug

By West & Son

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Edwardian Irish sterling silver mug, an addition to

Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Goblet by Paul Storr
Antique Sterling Silver Goblet by Paul Storr

Antique Sterling Silver Goblet by Paul Storr

By Paul Storr

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

collectable silverware collection. This fine antique William IV sterling silver goblet has a plain bell

Category

1830s English William IV Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1710s Antique George I Britannia Standard Silver Cup
1710s Antique George I Britannia Standard Silver Cup

1710s Antique George I Britannia Standard Silver Cup

By John Fawdery

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

silver cup has a plain bell shaped form to a circular domed, spreading foot. The surface of this

Category

1710s English George I Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver, Silver

Antique Russian Silver Chalice, circa 1900
Antique Russian Silver Chalice, circa 1900

Antique Russian Silver Chalice, circa 1900

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

circular bell shaped form onto a knopped pedestal and circular domed foot. The surface of this silver

Category

Early 1900s Russian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver

Antique George IV Scottish Sterling Silver Goblet (1820)
Antique George IV Scottish Sterling Silver Goblet (1820)

Antique George IV Scottish Sterling Silver Goblet (1820)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

silver goblet has a circular bell-shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading foot. The

Category

1820s Scottish Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Egg Cups by Paul Storr
Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Egg Cups by Paul Storr

Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Egg Cups by Paul Storr

By Paul Storr

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver egg cups have a bell shaped form to a swept pedestal foot. The body of each egg cup is

Category

1820s British George IV Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by Charles Stuart Harris
19th Century Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by Charles Stuart Harris

19th Century Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by Charles Stuart Harris

By Charles Stuart Harris

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver goblet, has a circular bell shaped form

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup by John Hunt & Robert Roskell
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup by John Hunt & Robert Roskell

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup by John Hunt & Robert Roskell

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

a bell shaped form to a spreading pedestal foot. The surface of this plain two handled silver cup

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by George Adams 1870
19th Century Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by George Adams 1870

19th Century Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Goblet by George Adams 1870

By Chawner & Co.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

antique Victorian sterling silver goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular

Category

1870s British Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1860s Sterling Silver Goblet by Thomas Smily
Antique Victorian 1860s Sterling Silver Goblet by Thomas Smily

Antique Victorian 1860s Sterling Silver Goblet by Thomas Smily

By Thomas Smily

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading foot

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver

1881 Antique Russian Silver Spice Tower
1881 Antique Russian Silver Spice Tower

1881 Antique Russian Silver Spice Tower

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

undulating shaped flag. The spice compartment supports four hallmarked sterling silver bells and surmounts

Category

1880s Polish Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Loetz Art Nouveau Vase Bronce Phenomenon Gre 7801 With Silver Overlay, Ca 1900
Loetz Art Nouveau Vase Bronce Phenomenon Gre 7801 With Silver Overlay, Ca 1900

Loetz Art Nouveau Vase Bronce Phenomenon Gre 7801 With Silver Overlay, Ca 1900

By Loetz Glass

Located in Vienna, AT

Austria'. Decor accentuated with galvanised silver overlay with bell flowers. Shape: Series II, Prod. No

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Glass

Antique Old Shefield Silver Plated Salver by Smith, Sisson & Co 19th Century
Antique Old Shefield Silver Plated Salver by Smith, Sisson & Co 19th Century

Antique Old Shefield Silver Plated Salver by Smith, Sisson & Co 19th Century

By Smith, Sissons & Co.

Located in London, GB

This is an exquisite English antique old Sheffield silver plate salver bearing the bell makers mark

Category

1830s English Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Silver Chinese Merchant's Charm with Bells, c. 1900
Silver Chinese Merchant's Charm with Bells, c. 1900

Silver Chinese Merchant's Charm with Bells, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This unusual silver alloy pendant is intricately decorated with the tools and accessories of a Qing

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver

1920s Antique Arts & Crafts Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell
1920s Antique Arts & Crafts Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell

1920s Antique Arts & Crafts Danish Sterling Silver Table Bell

By Georg Jensen

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Danish sterling silver table bell in the Arts & Crafts

Category

1920s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Russian Faberge Silver and Enamel Bell-Push, Henrik Wigstrom
20th Century Russian Faberge Silver and Enamel Bell-Push, Henrik Wigstrom

20th Century Russian Faberge Silver and Enamel Bell-Push, Henrik Wigstrom

By Henrik Wigström 1

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th century Imperial Russian solid silver-gilt guilloche enamel bell-push, circa1910. Of

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Enamel

19th Century French Important Silver-Gilt Dinner Bell on Stand, circa 1880
19th Century French Important Silver-Gilt Dinner Bell on Stand, circa 1880

19th Century French Important Silver-Gilt Dinner Bell on Stand, circa 1880

By Quizille Lemcine

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th century French important solid silver-gilt dinner bell on stand. Made on commission

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver

Antique Chinese Enameled Bell-Silver on Copper with peking glass finial
Antique Chinese Enameled Bell-Silver on Copper with peking glass finial

Antique Chinese Enameled Bell-Silver on Copper with peking glass finial

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chinese silver on copper enameled bell with peking glass finial and clapper. Some refer to these

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Copper, Enamel

20th Century Russian Faberge Silver and Enamel Bell-Push, Henrik Wigstrom
20th Century Russian Faberge Silver and Enamel Bell-Push, Henrik Wigstrom

20th Century Russian Faberge Silver and Enamel Bell-Push, Henrik Wigstrom

By Henrik Wigström 1

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 20th century Imperial Russian solid silver-gilt guilloche enamel bell-push, circa1910. Of

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver, Enamel

19th Century French Important Solid Silver-Gilt Dinner Bell on Stand, circa 1880
19th Century French Important Solid Silver-Gilt Dinner Bell on Stand, circa 1880

19th Century French Important Solid Silver-Gilt Dinner Bell on Stand, circa 1880

By Quizille Lemcine

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th century French important solid silver-gilt dinner bell on stand. Made on commission

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver and Enamel Tobacco Box - Antique Edwardian
Sterling Silver and Enamel Tobacco Box - Antique Edwardian

Sterling Silver and Enamel Tobacco Box - Antique Edwardian

By James Samuel Bell & Louis Willmott

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver and enamel tobacco

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Enamel, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of 18th Century George III Silver Candlesticks by David Bell, London, 1762
Pair of 18th Century George III Silver Candlesticks by David Bell, London, 1762

Pair of 18th Century George III Silver Candlesticks by David Bell, London, 1762

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

An outstanding pair of 18th-century Rocco George III silver candlesticks with original detachable

Category

18th Century English Rococo Antique Silver Bells

Materials

Silver

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Silver Bells", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Silver Bells For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique silver bells available for sale. Each of these unique antique silver bells was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Antique silver bells have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver bells made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — are very popular at 1stDibs. Desvres, James Samuel Bell & Louis Willmott and Royal Copenhagen each produced beautiful antique silver bells that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Silver Bells?

Antique silver bells can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,207, while the lowest priced sells for $145 and the highest can go for as much as $46,000.
Questions About Antique Silver Bells
  • 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 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 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 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 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.