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19th Century Perfume Travel Set
19th Century Perfume Travel Set

19th Century Perfume Travel Set

Located in San Francisco, CA

, and 1 silver cup. Each bottle measures 3" x 1 1/8"

Category

1870s Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Sterling Cordial Cups by Alvin Co.
Sterling Cordial Cups by Alvin Co.

Sterling Cordial Cups by Alvin Co.

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Set of 12 sterling silver cordial cups, pattern S247 by Alvin Co. Founded by Wm. H. Jamoneau in

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Sterling Silver

Thomas Bradbury, Art Deco Britannia Silver Twin Handled Cup, UK, circa 1923
Thomas Bradbury, Art Deco Britannia Silver Twin Handled Cup, UK, circa 1923

Thomas Bradbury, Art Deco Britannia Silver Twin Handled Cup, UK, circa 1923

By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.

Located in Chatham, ON

THOMAS BRADBURY & SONS (Sheffield) - Fine quality Art Deco Britannia silver twin handled

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver

Boin-Taburet & Faberge-8pc 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + 6 Faberge Egg Cups
Boin-Taburet & Faberge-8pc 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + 6 Faberge Egg Cups

Boin-Taburet & Faberge-8pc 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + 6 Faberge Egg Cups

By Boin-Taburet, Limoges

Located in Wilmington, DE

Direct from Paris: A magnificent 8pc. Antique French 950 sterling silver tea set by one of

Category

Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver

Antique Norwegian Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Cup and Saucer Set by David Andersen
Antique Norwegian Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Cup and Saucer Set by David Andersen

Antique Norwegian Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Cup and Saucer Set by David Andersen

By David Andersen

Located in New York, NY

Norwegian Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set is a showcase of refined craftsmanship

Category

Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Croquet Egg Cups On Stand
Antique Croquet Egg Cups On Stand

Antique Croquet Egg Cups On Stand

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Croquet Breakfast Egg Cup Set By Parkin And Marshall. An ornate silver-plated croquet-themed egg

Category

Late 19th Century British Sporting Art Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Set Of Six Solid Silver 'Tankard' Shot Cups, Adie Bros c.1926
20th Century Set Of Six Solid Silver 'Tankard' Shot Cups, Adie Bros c.1926

20th Century Set Of Six Solid Silver 'Tankard' Shot Cups, Adie Bros c.1926

By Adie Brothers

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Early 20th Century set of six solid silver novelty miniature tankards, used as shots, The set of

Category

1920s English Other Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver

Cricket Egg Cup Presentation Table Piece
Cricket Egg Cup Presentation Table Piece

Cricket Egg Cup Presentation Table Piece

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

James Deakin Cricket Boiled Egg Server. Victorian Cricket egg cup carousel with four egg cups and

Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

Six-piece chiseled silver toiletry set with bowl, cup, soap dish and more
Six-piece chiseled silver toiletry set with bowl, cup, soap dish and more

Six-piece chiseled silver toiletry set with bowl, cup, soap dish and more

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Six-piece chiseled silver toiletry set featuring lavender, ewer, sponge bowl, soap

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver

Oglethorpe Monument Cup, Savannah, Georgia, 1910
Oglethorpe Monument Cup, Savannah, Georgia, 1910

Oglethorpe Monument Cup, Savannah, Georgia, 1910

Located in Savannah, GA

A loving cup presented to the Georgia Hussars of Savannah for the winning score in the calvary tilt

Category

1910s American Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, cup and spoon
Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, cup and spoon

Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, cup and spoon

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, bowl and spoon. . Metal

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver

Roman Turquoise-Blue Glass Cup
Roman Turquoise-Blue Glass Cup

Roman Turquoise-Blue Glass Cup

$6,000Sale Price|20% Off

Roman Turquoise-Blue Glass Cup

Located in London, GB

and patience, has achieved a beautiful semi-translucent turquoise hue across the whole cup. It is a

Category

15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Glass

Rare, 1880's Sterling Plate Tea Cup Inscribed Stars & Bird by West Silver Co.
Rare, 1880's Sterling Plate Tea Cup Inscribed Stars & Bird by West Silver Co.

Rare, 1880's Sterling Plate Tea Cup Inscribed Stars & Bird by West Silver Co.

Located in Louisville, KY

This rare and unique quadruple silver-plated tea cup was created in the late 1880's by the West

Category

Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Silverplate Ice Water Tipper with Cup, 1870
Victorian Silverplate Ice Water Tipper with Cup, 1870

Victorian Silverplate Ice Water Tipper with Cup, 1870

Located in Pueblo, CO

water by tipping the pitcher forward dispensing into your cup without having to actually pick the

Category

Mid-19th Century American High Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

Liberty & Co A "Cymric" Enamelled Cup And Cover
Liberty & Co A "Cymric" Enamelled Cup And Cover

Liberty & Co A "Cymric" Enamelled Cup And Cover

Located in London, GB

Hallmarks on the cup for Liberty & Co London 1901 the lid is unmarked The firm of Liberty & Co

Category

Early 1900s Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver, Enamel

19th Century Large Silver Plated WMF Bowl with 18 Gilt Cups
19th Century Large Silver Plated WMF Bowl with 18 Gilt Cups

19th Century Large Silver Plated WMF Bowl with 18 Gilt Cups

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Haarlem, NL

Large, heavy and unique one-of silver plated WMF bowl or tureen made in 1894. This bowl is

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Brass

Staffordshire Pottery Bulldog Stirrup Cup
Staffordshire Pottery Bulldog Stirrup Cup

Staffordshire Pottery Bulldog Stirrup Cup

By Staffordshire

Located in Downingtown, PA

Fierce Elegance: The Staffordshire Bulldog Stirrup Cup, A Gentleman's Companion: Staffordshire

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ceramic, Pearlware, Pottery

Steuben Aurene Glass Footed Sherbet Cup
Steuben Aurene Glass Footed Sherbet Cup

Steuben Aurene Glass Footed Sherbet Cup

By Steuben Glass

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Golden with purple hues, round footed base, marked on verso as shown. Dimensions: 3 3/8" W x 3 1/4" H Condition: no chips or cracks, overall good condition.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Art Glass

English Silver Plated Handled Trophy Cup Decorative Vase / Urn
English Silver Plated Handled Trophy Cup Decorative Vase / Urn

English Silver Plated Handled Trophy Cup Decorative Vase / Urn

By Sheffield Silver Co.

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Unveil the epitome of elegance with This English sheffield silver plate two handled trophy cup

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

Vienna Porcelain Cup and Saucer
Vienna Porcelain Cup and Saucer

Vienna Porcelain Cup and Saucer

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Newark, England

Inches) Cup 6.5cm High x 8.5cm Long x 6.5cm Wide (2.56 x 3.35 x 2.56 Inches) From our Ceramics

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Creamware Lidded Bouillon Cup
19th Century Creamware Lidded Bouillon Cup

19th Century Creamware Lidded Bouillon Cup

Located in High Point, NC

19th century creamware lidded bullion cup from England. The top is decorated with a lovely

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ceramic

Vermeil and Enamel Russian Cup by Pavel Ovchinnikov
Vermeil and Enamel Russian Cup by Pavel Ovchinnikov

Vermeil and Enamel Russian Cup by Pavel Ovchinnikov

By Pavel Ovchinnikov

Located in London, GB

This Russian decorative beaker is crafted from vermeil (silver-gilt) and plique-à-jour enamel. The

Category

Late 19th Century Russian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Meissen. Green Ivy Vine, Four Parts, Egg Cup, Cup, Saucer and Cream Jug
Meissen. Green Ivy Vine, Four Parts, Egg Cup, Cup, Saucer and Cream Jug

Meissen. Green Ivy Vine, Four Parts, Egg Cup, Cup, Saucer and Cream Jug

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen. Green Ivy Vine. Four parts consisting of egg cup, cup, saucer and cream jug. Early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Opaline Glass Demitasse Cup & Saucer
Antique French Opaline Glass Demitasse Cup & Saucer

Antique French Opaline Glass Demitasse Cup & Saucer

By Baccarat

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique white opaline or opalescent glass cup & saucer. With handpainted flower garlands

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Opaline Glass

Royal Vienna Cabinet Cup and Saucer
Royal Vienna Cabinet Cup and Saucer

Royal Vienna Cabinet Cup and Saucer

Located in Sarasota, FL

Royal Vienna cabinet cup and saucer. Finely enameled with a classical scene and gilded. Both pieces

Category

1850s Austrian High Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

French Café Brûlot Cups, a pair
French Café Brûlot Cups, a pair

French Café Brûlot Cups, a pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pair of French brûlot cups, dating to the Belle Epoque Era, circa early 1900s. These thick

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Antique " KPM " Empire Porcelain Cup
Antique " KPM " Empire Porcelain Cup

Antique " KPM " Empire Porcelain Cup

By Kerafina Royal Porzellan KPM

Located in Kastrup, DK

KPM Porcelain cup decorated with a finely hand painted depiction of two women in nature. Inside

Category

Early 19th Century German Empire Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Victorian Cranberry Art Glass, Custard Cups with Handles
Victorian Cranberry Art Glass, Custard Cups with Handles

Victorian Cranberry Art Glass, Custard Cups with Handles

Located in Worcester Park, GB

This charming set of antique Victorian cranberry glass custard cups offers a beautiful example of

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Art Glass

Paris Porcelain Gilt Chinoiserie Cup
Paris Porcelain Gilt Chinoiserie Cup

Paris Porcelain Gilt Chinoiserie Cup

Located in New York, NY

Paris porcelain gilt chinoiserie cup. French footed coffee can with richly painted and gilt

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 American Art Deco Cordial Cups
Set of 4 American Art Deco Cordial Cups

Set of 4 American Art Deco Cordial Cups

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 4 American Art Deco sterling silver small tapered cone shaped cordial cups resting on a

Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Sterling Silver

Unusual antique Royal Worcester loving cup
Unusual antique Royal Worcester loving cup

Unusual antique Royal Worcester loving cup

Located in Ipswich, GB

Unusual antique Royal Worcester loving cup, having an unusual large antique Royal Worcester loving

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Charles X Blue Opaline Cup
19th Century Charles X Blue Opaline Cup

19th Century Charles X Blue Opaline Cup

Located in Paris, FR

Basket-shaped cup in blue opaline decorated with gilded festoons and stripes. The gilded and

Category

Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Bronze

Charles X Opaline Cup with Desvignes Decoration
Charles X Opaline Cup with Desvignes Decoration

Charles X Opaline Cup with Desvignes Decoration

By Jean-Baptiste Desvignes

Located in Paris, FR

Opaline crystal cup on a wide, flared foot. It is decorated with a gilded and blue neo-Gothic

Category

Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Opaline Glass

Italian Gilt Porcelain Cup
Italian Gilt Porcelain Cup

Italian Gilt Porcelain Cup

By Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea 1

Located in New York, NY

Italian gilt porcelain cup. Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea hand-painted demitasse cup with rose painted

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Vienna Porcelain Cup and Saucer
Antique Vienna Porcelain Cup and Saucer

Antique Vienna Porcelain Cup and Saucer

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Newark, England

Inches) Cup 6.5cm High x 8.5cm Long x 6.5cm Wide (2.56 x 3.35 x 2.56 Inches) From our Ceramics

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Victorian Alpaca Silver Tea or Coffee Pair of Cups and Plates, England 19th C.
Victorian Alpaca Silver Tea or Coffee Pair of Cups and Plates, England 19th C.

Victorian Alpaca Silver Tea or Coffee Pair of Cups and Plates, England 19th C.

Located in Valencia, VC

A gorgeous pair of Victorian mid 19th century alpaca silver and china tea or coffee cups and

Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Metal

First Period Dr. Wall Worcester Antique Porcelain Tea Cup Coffee Cup & Saucer
First Period Dr. Wall Worcester Antique Porcelain Tea Cup Coffee Cup & Saucer

First Period Dr. Wall Worcester Antique Porcelain Tea Cup Coffee Cup & Saucer

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Katonah, NY

comprises a teacup, coffee cup, and saucer made in 18th-century England circa 1770. The set is decorated in

Category

Late 18th Century English Regency Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Meissen cups and saucers
18th Century Meissen cups and saucers

18th Century Meissen cups and saucers

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Delft, NL

18th Century Meissen cups and Saucers This set consists of 9 cups and 9 saucers of Meissen

Category

Late 18th Century German Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Japanese Braided Blown Glass Cups
Early 20th Century Japanese Braided Blown Glass Cups

Early 20th Century Japanese Braided Blown Glass Cups

Located in Vancouver, BC

glass style cups are an incredible piece of design from the opaque colour of the green to the subtle

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Chinese Cup, Character Decor, 19th Century
Chinese Cup, Character Decor, 19th Century

Chinese Cup, Character Decor, 19th Century

Located in Nice, FR

Porcelain cup (crackled sandstone) from China, decoration of characters and flowers. This cup is

Category

19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Indian Tree Cup and Saucer
Spode Indian Tree Cup and Saucer

Spode Indian Tree Cup and Saucer

Located in Asheville, NC

This is an absolutely fabulous antique Copeland Spode Indian tree cup and saucer. It is a

Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Very rare George II period tumbler cup hallmarked in Chester in 1753
Very rare George II period tumbler cup hallmarked in Chester in 1753

Very rare George II period tumbler cup hallmarked in Chester in 1753

Located in London, London

Sterling Silver Tumbler Cup, is of traditional form, and is engraved with contemporary initials to the side

Category

1750s English George II Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Sterling Silver

Coffee Demitasse Cups and Saucers Rosenthal Monbijou
Coffee Demitasse Cups and Saucers Rosenthal Monbijou

Coffee Demitasse Cups and Saucers Rosenthal Monbijou

By Rosenthal

Located in Uppsala , SE

2 demitasse cups and saucers D 5,7 cm h 6,7 cm Produced by the Rosenthal company in Bavaria

Category

1890s German Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

French Aqua Milk Glass two-handled Cup Circa 1890
French Aqua Milk Glass two-handled Cup Circa 1890

French Aqua Milk Glass two-handled Cup Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Aqua Milk Glass two-handled Cup Circa 1890.

Category

1890s Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Metal

Antique Silverplate and Gilt Egg Cups - Set of 4
Antique Silverplate and Gilt Egg Cups - Set of 4

Antique Silverplate and Gilt Egg Cups - Set of 4

Located in Morristown, NJ

Four early 20th c.antique silverplate and gilt egg cups. These have a nice heft to them with a

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Tyrolean Porcelain Cups - 1980s Vintage
Pair of Tyrolean Porcelain Cups - 1980s Vintage

Pair of Tyrolean Porcelain Cups - 1980s Vintage

Located in Manzano, IT

Pair of Tyrolean Porcelain Cups - 1980s Vintage This charming pair of Tyrolean porcelain cups from

Category

1890s German Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Very Rare Georgian Cup Topped Balustroid Wine Glass c1740
Very Rare Georgian Cup Topped Balustroid Wine Glass c1740

Very Rare Georgian Cup Topped Balustroid Wine Glass c1740

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

with grey hue Bowl : Cup top Stem : Flattened knop, large air tear, ball knop cushion Foot : Folded

Category

1740s British George II Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Blown Glass

Perod Signed White and Gold Porcelain Cup
Perod Signed White and Gold Porcelain Cup

Perod Signed White and Gold Porcelain Cup

Located in Roma, IT

Perod Signed White and Gold Porcelain Cup Beautiful fine white porcelain bowl Features beautiful

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Vienna porcelain - 4 cups and saucers, 1781
Vienna porcelain - 4 cups and saucers, 1781

Vienna porcelain - 4 cups and saucers, 1781

By Imperial Vienna Porcelain

Located in DELFT, NL

Set of 4 cups and saucers with decoration of gilt flower sprays and blue border by the Kaiserlich

Category

Late 18th Century Austrian Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups

Materials

Porcelain

Egg Holder Cup Blue and White Porcelain
Egg Holder Cup Blue and White Porcelain

Egg Holder Cup Blue and White Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful blue and white porcelain egg holder cup, circa early-20th century. A predominantly

Category

Early 20th Century European Victorian 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 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 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.