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Henry Wilkinson & Co. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coaster
By Henry Wilkinson & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver coaster; an addition
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1840s English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of Ten Sterling Silver Coaster Dishes, Early 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Set of Ten Sterling Silver Coaster Dishes, Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th century Continental Silver Coaster Évora Portugal C.1780.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
18th century Continental Silver Coaster Évora Portugal C.1780. The round coaster on three foliate
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1780s Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Joseph Scammell 1795 Georgian Sterling Silver Coasters
By Joseph Scammell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver coasters; part
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George IV Newcastle English Sterling Silver Coasters (1823)
By George Samuel Lewis & John Wright
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
coasters made in Newcastle; part of our silver wine related collection. These exceptional antique George
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1820s English George IV Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Coasters by Joseph Scammell
By Joseph Scammell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver coasters; an addition to our
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1790s English George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Coasters Silver Set , Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 8 silver coasters. Two larger ones with a diameter of 14 cm. ( coaster) 6 small ones with
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Early 20th Century European Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver and Mahogany Wine Coaster
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique English sterling silver coasters; part of our
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1820s English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Four Silver George III Coasters
By John Emes
Located in London, GB
A superb set of four antique Georgian silver coasters, of plain circular form with simple reeded
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coasters 1786
By Thomas Whipham I
Located in London, GB
A lovely pair of Antique George III Silver Wine Bottle Coasters with an elegant pierced quatrefoil
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Matched set of four early-George-III pierced silver wine coasters
By William Plummer
Located in London, GB
A particularly pretty matched set of four Georgian silver coasters was made by William Plummer in
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Export Silver Bottle Coaster Circa 1900
By Luen Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver bottle coaster, an addition to
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Walnut Wood Coasters
By Charles Fox II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Victorian sterling silver wine coasters have a circular-shaped cylindrical form. Each coaster is
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair Antique Georgian Silver Wine Bottle Coasters London, England 1818
By Thomas Robins
Located in London, GB
A pair of elegant Antique George III Silver Wine Coasters decorated with a lovely chased design
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coasters 1839
By Joseph Angell I & John Angell I 1
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of Victorian Silver Wine Coasters. These Coasters are of particularly good
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1830s English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Jeroboam/ Double Magnum Bottle Coaster
By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver jeroboam/double magnum bottle coaster has a plain cylindrical flared form to a spreading circular
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Double Coaster Trolley
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver double coaster trolley
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1830s British Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Sheffield Sterling Silver Mounted Silver Plated Champagne Bottle Coaster
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
English Sheffield Sterling Silver Mounted Silver Plated Champagne Bottle Coaster. Item features
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Vintage mid century wine coaster by pool silver plate
By Poole Silver Co.
Located in Birmingham, AL
Preowned vintage silver plate wine coaster withb ornate rococo design on the rim , it is made by
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Early 20th Century Rococo Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Wine Coaster
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Brooklyn, NY
If you’re going to serve wine, serve it on this sterling silver wine coaster. Manufactured by
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1910s American Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Drinks Cocktail Coasters
Located in New York, NY
A pair of two (2) sterling silver and glass drinks coasters, circa early-20th century. Coasters are
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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mappin & Webb Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bottle coaster; an
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1920s English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coaster
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver and glass wine bottle coaster by Frank M. Whiting Co., circa early 20th century
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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dutch silver bottle coasters, ca. 1880
By Van Kempen
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver bottle coasters, ca. 1880 Dutch bottle coasters, made by Van Kempen & Zonen
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Lidded Coaster
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Huntington, NY
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Lidded Coaster With Glass liner to bottom of coaster
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Early 20th Century North American Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Silver Wine Coasters by Hester Bateman
By Hester Bateman
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sterling Silver Wine Coasters Hester Bateman Hallmarked London, 1793 This exquisite pair of George
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18th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Wine Bottle Carriage Silver Plate Coaster
Located in Staffordshire, GB
dining table to offer wine o ones guests. A lovely quality Silver Plate Wine Carriage with twin bottle
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Articulated Victorian silver-plated wine coaster trolley
By Elkington & Co.
Located in London, GB
Superior quality, articulated Victorian silver-plated wine bottle or decanter coaster trolley. Made
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1870s British Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Edwardian sterling standard solid silver bottle coaster has a plain cylindrical form to a domed spreading
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Cooper Brothers & Sons Antique Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster
By Cooper Brothers & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bottle coaster; an
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1910s English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of George III Silver Wine Coasters
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, GB
Pair of George III silver wine coasters with pierced and engraved neoclassical pierced and engraved
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1780s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

English 19th century silver plated champagne bottle coaster
Located in Delft, NL
English 19th century silver plated champagne bottle coaster A large round high silver-plated
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of 19th Century Silver Plated Wine Coasters
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of wonderful 19th century pierced silver plated wine bottle coasters with turned mahogany
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

3 Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coasters London, 1817
By Charles Fox
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
3 Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coasters London, 1817 A complete set of three coasters is a rarity
Category

19th Century English George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

pair of Georgian silver-mounted oak wine bottle coasters
By Henry Wilkinson & Co., John & Thomas Settle
Located in York, GB
A fine pair of Georgian silver-mounted oak wine bottle coasters .T circular in form with cast
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1820s English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Pair of William IV Silver-Gilt Wine Coasters
Located in New York, NY
Mark of Paul Storr, London 1831. Each circular, the sides with openwork scrolls and grapevine, with a central boss engraved with a crest, each marked on side and boss.
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1830s English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Silver Overlay & Glass Wine Coaster or Table Trivet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine wine coaster or trivet. With a sterling silver overlay on a glass base. Struck to the side
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Neoclassical Sterling Silver Pair Of Wine Coasters - London 1799
Located in London, London
period, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Coasters, feature plain sides, reed borders, and silver inserts to
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1790s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Late Victorian Silver Plated Wine Bottle Coaster
Located in Worcester, GB
Late Victorian silver plated wine bottle coaster Henry Wilkinson & Co, Sheffield. Silver plate
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Late 19th Century British Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Late 19th Century Silver Plated Wine Coaster
Located in High Point, NC
Late 19th century silver plated wine coaster from England with a lovely molded rim and a ridged oak
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Early Victorian Silver Bottle Coasters
By Joseph Angell I & John Angell I 1
Located in Montreal, QC
This is a magnificent pair of Victorian silver wine bottle coasters, pierced and with undulating
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1840s English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Pair of Edwardian Silver Plated English Wine Coasters
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Pair of Edwardian silver plated English wine coasters.
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 4 Georgian Sterling Silver Floral Wine Coasters
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent set of 4 English 19th century Georgian sterling silver wine coasters with intricate and
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19th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hallberg, Royal Swedish Court Supplier. Twelve glass coasters in silver.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hallberg, Stockholm, Royal Swedish Court Supplier. A set of twelve glass coasters in 830 silver
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1920s Swedish Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Silver Overlay & Glass Floral Wine Coaster or Table Trivet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique wine trivet. With a thick sterling silver overlay in a floral pattern on a glass
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, set of six glass coasters in sterling silver.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, a set of six glass coasters in sterling silver. Model number 51A. Stamped with the
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1910s Danish Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Silver Wine Coasters London Robert Hennell 1804
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Pair of silver wine coasters by Robert Hennell Date : Hallmarked in London in 1804 for
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Early 1800s British George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

Antique English Sheffield Georgian Regency Silver Plated Mahogany Wine Coaster
By Sheffield
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Sheffield Georgian Regency Silver Plate & Mahogany Wine Coaster. Item features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Four Elkington Silver Plated Wine Coasters
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Set of four Elkington silver plated wine coasters.
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19th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Silver Plate Wine Coasters on Bombay Sides
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of silver plate wine coasters with cast edges on Bombay sides. This pair has been fitted with
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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Blossom Wine Coaster/Bread Plate 2B
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A large sized vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen Blossom coaster or bread plate design #2B by
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Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Huge Antique Silver Plated Bottle Coaster with Leaf & Berry Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large antique bottle coaster is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 2 Old Christofle Coaster Silver Plated, circa 1880
By Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
A very nice and high-quality set of 2 Old Christofle silver-plated, world-famous French factory
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Antique English Elkington Sterling Silver Openwork Wine Coasters Circa 1880
By Elkington & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique English "Elkington & Company" Sterling Silver Openwork Wine Coasters, Circa 1880's.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Graduated Wine Coasters, Robert Garrard
By Robert Garrard II 1
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Wine Coasters, feature pierced sides, silver bases, and engraved coats of arms to each. The
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1840s English Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Antique Kirk & Son Repousse Sterling Silver & Cut Glass Wine Coaster
By Kirk & Son
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, larger sized antique American silver & glass wine coaster. In sterling silver. By Kirk
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plate Wine Coaster by Matthew Boulton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georgian English silver plated wine coaster. By Matthew Boulton. The insert in
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19th Century English George III Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver Plate

William IV Sterling Silver-Mounted Wood Wine/Champagne Bottle Coaster
Located in New York, NY
William IV, sterling silver-mounted wood wine/champagne bottle coaster, Birmingham, England, year
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1830s English William IV Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Italian Sterling Silver Glass and Wine Coasters, circa 1830
By Antonio Mantelli
Located in Milano, IT
Twelve silver glass coasters and four silver wine coasters. Silversmith Antonio Mantelli Milan
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1820s Italian Neoclassical Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Silver Plate Wine Coaster by J. Sherwood & Sons, Birmingham
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Delightfully playful 19th Century silver plate wine coaster by J. Sherwood & Sons, Birmingham. C
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19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Silver Coasters

Materials

Silver

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Antique Silver Coasters For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique silver coasters available for sale. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all antique silver coasters available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique silver coasters available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique silver coasters to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Georgian, Victorian and Regency antique silver coasters are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made antique silver coasters over the years, but those made by Elkington & Co., Robert Hennell and John Emes are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Silver Coasters?

Prices for antique silver coasters start at $33 and top out at $75,000 with the average selling for $1,313.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Silver Coasters
  • 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 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.

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