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Antique Maiolica Sick Cup by Pasquale Rubati, Milan, Circa 1770-1780
Antique Maiolica Sick Cup by Pasquale Rubati, Milan, Circa 1770-1780

Antique Maiolica Sick Cup by Pasquale Rubati, Milan, Circa 1770-1780

By Pasquale Rubati

Located in Milano, IT

Sick cup Pasquale Rubati Manufacture Milan, Circa 1770 - 1780 Maiolica decorated in polychrome

Category

1770s Italian Rococo Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Maiolica

Two Antique Cream Cups in Hand Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century
Two Antique Cream Cups in Hand Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

Two Antique Cream Cups in Hand Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Two antique cream cups in hand painted porcelain, early 20th century. Measures: 8.5 x 8 cm. In

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Set of Four Matching Sponge Ware Cups and Saucers
19th Century Set of Four Matching Sponge Ware Cups and Saucers

19th Century Set of Four Matching Sponge Ware Cups and Saucers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century matching set of cups and saucers are in pristine condition. This rare set show

Category

19th Century American Country Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Pottery

Set of Five 19th-Century Samson Paris Polychrome Cups & Saucers
Set of Five 19th-Century Samson Paris Polychrome Cups & Saucers

Set of Five 19th-Century Samson Paris Polychrome Cups & Saucers

By Samson & Cie

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This refined set of five porcelain cups and saucers originates from the renowned Maison Samson

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Dagoty Manufacture of Empress Joséphine Wife of Napoleon 1st Swan Cup
Dagoty Manufacture of Empress Joséphine Wife of Napoleon 1st Swan Cup

Dagoty Manufacture of Empress Joséphine Wife of Napoleon 1st Swan Cup

By Dagoty

Located in Paris, FR

This very rare set of 12 delicate cups swan shape with their saucers is signed by Dagoty, one of

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Antonio Ferretti Coffee Pot and Cups Set, Maiolica, Lodi, Circa 1765
Antonio Ferretti Coffee Pot and Cups Set, Maiolica, Lodi, Circa 1765

Antonio Ferretti Coffee Pot and Cups Set, Maiolica, Lodi, Circa 1765

By Antonio Ferretti

Located in Milano, IT

A coffee pot and two cups with saucers Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, Circa 1765-1770

Category

1760s Italian Rococo Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Maiolica

Rare Mason's Ironstone Miniature Cup in Basket Japan Pattern, circa 1825
Rare Mason's Ironstone Miniature Cup in Basket Japan Pattern, circa 1825

Rare Mason's Ironstone Miniature Cup in Basket Japan Pattern, circa 1825

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a miniature Mason's ironstone cup in the Japan basket pattern which we date to circa 1825

Category

1820s English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ironstone

Circa 1878-1890 Pair of Demitasse Cups and Saucers by Royal Crown Derby
Circa 1878-1890 Pair of Demitasse Cups and Saucers by Royal Crown Derby

Circa 1878-1890 Pair of Demitasse Cups and Saucers by Royal Crown Derby

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A pair of demitasse cups & saucer by Royal Crown Derby, 1878-1890. Peacock pattern; blue underglaze

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Small Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Cup or Pen Pencil Holder
Small Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Cup or Pen Pencil Holder

Small Gouda Pottery Art Nouveau Decorative Cup or Pen Pencil Holder

Located in Miami, FL

Dutch Art Deco ceramic cup or pen/pencil holder from Gouda, Holland with traditional period flowery

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Chase USA Barware Alcohol Measuring Cup, Powder-Coated  Blue
Art Deco Chase USA Barware Alcohol Measuring Cup, Powder-Coated  Blue

Art Deco Chase USA Barware Alcohol Measuring Cup, Powder-Coated Blue

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Charming Chase measuring tool from the 1930's. This one of a kind price has been powder coated in a warm shade of blue. Great addition to any bar. This piece gages in ounces, 2 oz, ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Metal

Japanese, 1000 Faces Series, Hand Painted Porcelain, 8 Cups, 8 Snack Plates
Japanese, 1000 Faces Series, Hand Painted Porcelain, 8 Cups, 8 Snack Plates

Japanese, 1000 Faces Series, Hand Painted Porcelain, 8 Cups, 8 Snack Plates

Located in Louisville, KY

These gorgeous hand-painted Japanese tea cups and snack plates date back to the 1940's. Beautifully

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Early 20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Antique Rookwood 1905 VII 587 Vellum Matte Glaze Mug Stein Cup 5"
Antique Rookwood 1905 VII 587 Vellum Matte Glaze Mug Stein Cup 5"

Antique Rookwood 1905 VII 587 Vellum Matte Glaze Mug Stein Cup 5"

By Rookwood Pottery Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

and blue undertone matte glaze cup with handle. Circa VII 1905, shape 587, size C. The letter “V

Category

Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Pottery

Set of 6 Bernardaud Limoges Cups & Saucers Art Deco France 1900-1929
Set of 6 Bernardaud Limoges Cups & Saucers Art Deco France 1900-1929

Set of 6 Bernardaud Limoges Cups & Saucers Art Deco France 1900-1929

By L. Bernardaud and Co.

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Set of 6 cups and 6 saucers was made of fine, semi-transparent porcelain in Limoges, France, by L

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Worcester Barr Period Porcelain Coffee Cup in Royal Lily pattern, circa 1800
Worcester Barr Period Porcelain Coffee Cup in Royal Lily pattern, circa 1800

Worcester Barr Period Porcelain Coffee Cup in Royal Lily pattern, circa 1800

By Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good hard paste porcelain early Coffee Can or cup with a loop handle, hand decorated

Category

Late 18th Century English George III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century, Old Paris Neoclassical Cup & Saucer Set Young Man w/ Dog
19th Century, Old Paris Neoclassical Cup & Saucer Set Young Man w/ Dog

19th Century, Old Paris Neoclassical Cup & Saucer Set Young Man w/ Dog

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite 19th-century Neoclassical cup and saucer set represents the epitome of fine French

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Worcester Barr Flight & Barr Period Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Duo, circa 1810
Worcester Barr Flight & Barr Period Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Duo, circa 1810

Worcester Barr Flight & Barr Period Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Duo, circa 1810

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a a good early tea cup and saucer duo, hand decorated with a leaf and gilt intertwining

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Russian Silver and Niello Beaker
Russian Silver and Niello Beaker

Russian Silver and Niello Beaker

Located in New York, NY

Russian silver and niello beaker. Heavy sterling silver presentation cup with niello diamond

Category

Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bing & Grøndahl, Denmark. Set of six coffee cups and saucers, ca 1920s
Bing & Grøndahl, Denmark. Set of six coffee cups and saucers, ca 1920s

Bing & Grøndahl, Denmark. Set of six coffee cups and saucers, ca 1920s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bing & Grøndahl, Denmark. A set of six coffee cups and saucers with flower decorations in purple

Category

1920s Danish Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Sevres 19th C., Chateau Des Tuileries 1846 Louis Phillippe Cup / Saucer Set
Sevres 19th C., Chateau Des Tuileries 1846 Louis Phillippe Cup / Saucer Set

Sevres 19th C., Chateau Des Tuileries 1846 Louis Phillippe Cup / Saucer Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Atlanta, GA

Phillippe This exquisite Sèvres porcelain cup and saucer grouping (10 sets) dates to the Louis-Philippe era

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Tressemanes & Vogt Limoges Porcelain Set of 4 Cups Mugs, 1891-1907 Hand Painted
Tressemanes & Vogt Limoges Porcelain Set of 4 Cups Mugs, 1891-1907 Hand Painted

Tressemanes & Vogt Limoges Porcelain Set of 4 Cups Mugs, 1891-1907 Hand Painted

By T&V Limoges

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Antique porcelain cups or mugs with rounded handles feature a hand painted decor of grapes on the

Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Gold

Set of six Amalgam Glass Goblets, Biedermeier, Peasant Silver, Circa 1860's.
Set of six Amalgam Glass Goblets, Biedermeier, Peasant Silver, Circa 1860's.

Set of six Amalgam Glass Goblets, Biedermeier, Peasant Silver, Circa 1860's.

Located in Praha, CZ

since 1860 as a luxury item, so-called peasant Silver The cups are made of hollow glass that was blown

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1860s Czech Biedermeier Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

Flight Barr & Barr Porcelain Cabinet Cup & Saucer Attr Thomas Baxter, circa 1815
Flight Barr & Barr Porcelain Cabinet Cup & Saucer Attr Thomas Baxter, circa 1815

Flight Barr & Barr Porcelain Cabinet Cup & Saucer Attr Thomas Baxter, circa 1815

By Thomas Baxter, Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester

Located in Atlanta, GA

Flight Barr & Barr Porcelain Cabinet Cup & Saucer Attr: Thomas Baxter, circa 1815 One side

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Early 19th Century British Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

12 Coalport England Cups & 12 Saucers, 24 Pieces Green Hand Painted Florals
12 Coalport England Cups & 12 Saucers, 24 Pieces Green Hand Painted Florals

12 Coalport England Cups & 12 Saucers, 24 Pieces Green Hand Painted Florals

By Coalport Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pretty green and floral tea cup set of 12 cups and 12 saucers from Coalport England in their

Category

1920s British Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Cup and Saucer in Blue Opaline with Gold Highlights, 19th Century
Cup and Saucer in Blue Opaline with Gold Highlights, 19th Century

Cup and Saucer in Blue Opaline with Gold Highlights, 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Cup and saucer in blue opaline with gold highlights, Napoleon III period, 19th century Cup and

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Opaline Glass

Spode Porcelain Tea Cup in Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810
Spode Porcelain Tea Cup in Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810

Spode Porcelain Tea Cup in Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a fine example of an English George III period, porcelain Tea Cup, made by Spode and hand

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Antique New Hall Porcelain Orange Imari House & Willow Variant Coffee Cup / Cann
Antique New Hall Porcelain Orange Imari House & Willow Variant Coffee Cup / Cann

Antique New Hall Porcelain Orange Imari House & Willow Variant Coffee Cup / Cann

By New Hall, Derby Porcelain, Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English porcelain coffee cup (or cann). By New Hall. In a typical, cylindrical

Category

Early 19th Century George III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

A Large 19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Cup and Centrepiece, Napoleon III Period.
A Large 19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Cup and Centrepiece, Napoleon III Period.

A Large 19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Cup and Centrepiece, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A large 19th century Napoleon III period porcelain centrepiece and bowl in the style of the Sèvres manufactory, mounted in gilt bronze. Dimensions : H: 33cm, D: 35cm Contact us befo...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair Of Antique Drinking Cups, Italian Bronze Grand Tour Goblet, Victorian
Large Pair Of Antique Drinking Cups, Italian Bronze Grand Tour Goblet, Victorian

Large Pair Of Antique Drinking Cups, Italian Bronze Grand Tour Goblet, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large pair of antique drinking cups. An Italian, bronze over marble decorative goblet in

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Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Limoges France Demitasse Tea Cup and Saucers Set Porcelain 1930
Limoges France Demitasse Tea Cup and Saucers Set Porcelain 1930

Limoges France Demitasse Tea Cup and Saucers Set Porcelain 1930

By Limoges

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Limoges France Tea or coffee Cups and Saucers Set Porcelain circa 1930. Limoges French set of 4 tea

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C
Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Imari Decoration Type / Colour: Imari Condition: Cup with 1 small chip to rim, saucer 2 chips 1 line

Category

18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Five Cups and Saucers by Company Epiag, circa 1920's
Set of Five Cups and Saucers by Company Epiag, circa 1920's

Set of Five Cups and Saucers by Company Epiag, circa 1920's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Porcelain Cups: 5,5 x 7 x 5,5 cm Saucers: 11,5 x 1,5 cm Rare

Category

1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Two Sets of Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain Tea Cups and Saucers
Two Sets of Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain Tea Cups and Saucers

Two Sets of Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain Tea Cups and Saucers

Located in København, Copenhagen

Two sets of Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain tea cups and saucers in hand painted porcelain

Category

1920s Danish Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Geisha Tea Set, Japanese, Handpainted, Ceramic, Teapot, Cups, Service
Antique Geisha Tea Set, Japanese, Handpainted, Ceramic, Teapot, Cups, Service

Antique Geisha Tea Set, Japanese, Handpainted, Ceramic, Teapot, Cups, Service

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Geisha tea set. A Japanese, handpainted ceramic teapot and cups service for

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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Kutani Tea Service, Japanese, Porcelain, Teapot, Cup & Saucer, Victorian
Antique Kutani Tea Service, Japanese, Porcelain, Teapot, Cup & Saucer, Victorian

Antique Kutani Tea Service, Japanese, Porcelain, Teapot, Cup & Saucer, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Kutani tea service. A Japanese, porcelain 6 person teapot and cups set, dating

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Late Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

2 Antique Meissen German Porcelain Lidded Chocolate Tea Cups & Saucers on Stands
2 Antique Meissen German Porcelain Lidded Chocolate Tea Cups & Saucers on Stands

2 Antique Meissen German Porcelain Lidded Chocolate Tea Cups & Saucers on Stands

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of exquisite antique 19th century Meissen porcelain demitasse chocolate cups with lids and

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain, Hardwood

Pair of Stainless Steel Ice Cream Cups by WMF in the style of Argentor Vienna
Pair of Stainless Steel Ice Cream Cups by WMF in the style of Argentor Vienna

Pair of Stainless Steel Ice Cream Cups by WMF in the style of Argentor Vienna

By Argentor of Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Pair of Stainless Steel Ice Cream Cups by WMF, in the style of Argentor Vienna A rare and elegant

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Early 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver

Ancient White Chalice Cup, Giustiniani Manufacture Naples, 19th Century
Ancient White Chalice Cup, Giustiniani Manufacture Naples, 19th Century

Ancient White Chalice Cup, Giustiniani Manufacture Naples, 19th Century

By Giustiniani Family 1

Located in Roma, IT

White Chalice cup is an original decorative object realized in the 19th century by the Giustiniani

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Earthenware

English Vintage Mustache Tea Cup, Porcelain, Belle Époque Style, 1890
English Vintage Mustache Tea Cup, Porcelain, Belle Époque Style, 1890

English Vintage Mustache Tea Cup, Porcelain, Belle Époque Style, 1890

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

It's a true curiosity: an old and nice English tea cup for mustache. There is another one with

Category

Late 19th Century English Belle Époque Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Cup, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910, Sign: WMF
Cup, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910, Sign: WMF

Cup, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910, Sign: WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

of your rooms. • Metal Treatment: * Restoration of chromed or silver-plated bronze pieces to their

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1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Metal

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C
Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Imari Decoration Type / Colour: Imari Condition: Cup small fritting/fleebites (nothing serious) Saucer

Category

18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six 18th Century Flight Worcester Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucers
Set of Six 18th Century Flight Worcester Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucers

Set of Six 18th Century Flight Worcester Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucers

By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of six antique Flight Worcester porcelain cups and saucers. Each with a ribbed swirl

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Late 18th Century Great Britain (UK) George III Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Silver Cups For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique silver cups is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique silver cups — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. Antique silver cups have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver cups are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and Neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique silver cups have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Tiffany & Co. and Royal Copenhagen are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Silver Cups?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,450, while they’re typically $23 on the low end and $340,277 highest priced.

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 Cups
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.