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Gorham Chantilly Sterling Silver Flatware Set Patented in 1895, 6 Place Setting
Located in Surfside, FL
CHANTILLY sterling silver flatware set patented in 1895 by Gorham. 6 Place Setting for 12 + 7
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
D&J Welby Sterling Silver Flatware Set 6 Forks and 1 Butter Knife London 1911
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
D&J Welby Sterling Silver Flatware Set 6 Forks and 1 Butter Knife London 1911
Six Forks and one
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Flatware Lambeth Manor Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sterling silver flatware Lambeth manor style
Consisting of:
12 dinner knives (9 in.)
12 dinner
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XV Reed & Barton Silver Flatware Set
By Reed & Barton
Located in New York, NY
French "Francis 1st pattern" 1920s sterling silver flatware dinner service set for 18 with a rococo
Category
Early 20th Century French Baroque Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver, Brass
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 40 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful, heirloom quality Wedgwood by International sterling silver flatware set - 40 pieces
Category
1920s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 48 Pcs
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fontaine by International sterling silver flatware set - 48 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal Danish Gold Accent by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Royal Danish Gold Accent by International Sterling Silver flatware set - 61 pieces. This set has a
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 48 Pieces Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Fontaine by International sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Canterbury Bell by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Canterbury bell by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 38 pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 9
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Commonwealth Engraved by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 32 pcs Bow
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
silver Flatware set, 32 pieces. This set includes:
8 Regular Knives, 8 7/8"
8 Regular Forks, 6 3/4"
8
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
John Adams by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 31 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
John Adams by Watson Sterling silver flatware set of 31 pieces. Great starter set! This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 60 Pcs F Mono
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
FONTAINE BY INTERNATIONAL sterling silver Flatware set - 60 Pieces. This set includes:
12 KNIVES
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wellington by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 34 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wellington by Durgin sterling silver flatware set, 34 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 8
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mount Vernon by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mount Vernon by Lunt sterling silver flatware set, 48 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9 3/8
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
John Adams by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 37 Pieces Dinner
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size John Adams by Watson sterling silver flatware set - 37 pieces. Great starter set! This
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Orleans by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner Size Rare
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Orleans by Watson sterling silver flatware set of dinner size 56 pieces. This scarce
Category
1910s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 35 pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set, 35 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 9
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Golden Calvert Engraved by Kirk-Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 48pc
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Golden calvert engraved by Kirk-Stieff sterling silver flatware set, 48 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in
Old Colony by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 47 Pieces Pointed End
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old Colony by Watson circa 1922 sterling silver flatware set of 47 pieces. This set includes
Category
1920s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
William and Mary Gold by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 12 Vermeil
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous William and Mary Gold by Lunt Sterling Silver flatware set, 48 pieces. Gold flatware is on
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Flatware, Virginia Pattern 1912
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Dominick & Haff sterling silver flatware, Virginia pattern 1912 (100 piece set)
5 dinner forks (7
Category
1910s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Silver
Mount Vernon by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 41 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mount Vernon by Lunt sterling silver flatware set, 41 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 8 3
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wentworth by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 79 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wentworth by Watson sterling silver flatware service, 79 pieces. This large set includes:
12
Category
1910s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mount Vernon by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 56 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage Mount Vernon by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 56 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pointed Antique Engraved Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful pointed antique engraved by Dominick & Haff huge dinner & luncheon sterling silver
Category
1890s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Chatham by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set of 72 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Timeless heirloom quality Chatham by Durgin sterling silver flatware set, 72 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Important English Silver Flatware Service by Francis Higgins II
By Francis Higgins II
Located in London, GB
Important English silver flatware service by Francis Higgins II
English, 1840
Knives: Height 20cm
Category
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Silver
Mazarin by Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service, 119 Pieces
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mazarin by Dominick & Haff.
Superb sterling silver flatware set in the pattern Mazarin by
Category
1890s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Louis XVI Style Odiot Rare French Louveciennes Silver Flatware
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Odiot Rare French Louveciennes Sterling Silver Flatware Set
Head of Mercure 1st titre on the
Category
17th Century French Louis XV Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Silver
Repousse Gold by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set Vermeil 48 Pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous repousse gold by kirk sterling silver flatware set
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
King by Dominick & Haff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 144 Pieces Shell
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental King by Dominick & Haff sterling silver flatware set with shell motif, 144 pieces. This
Category
1880s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Wentworth by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 102 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Wentworth by Watson sterling silver flatware service, 102 pieces. This monumental Art
Category
1910s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Champlain by Frank Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 50 Pieces
By Amston Silver Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size champlain by Frank Whiting sterling silver flatware set - 50 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Nellie Custis by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 89 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Nellie Custis by Lunt sterling silver Flatware set, 89 pieces. This set includes:
12 Regular
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 65 Pcs "L" Mono
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Fontaine by International sterling silver flatware set - 65 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 91 Pcs Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous dinner size Fontaine by International sterling silver flatware set - 91 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mount Vernon by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 91 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mount Vernon by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 91 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 8 1/2
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 24 People
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your dining experience with this exceptional North American Sterling Silver Flatware
Category
Early 20th Century North American Baroque Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 83 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Fontaine by International sterling silver flatware set - 83 pieces. This set includes:
8
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Maryland Hand-Hammered by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 46 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous MARYLAND HAND HAMMERED BY ALVIN sterling silver Flatware set - 46 Pieces. This rare set
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
William & Mary by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set of 12 Service Huge
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Huge William & Mary by Lunt sterling silver flatware set of 140 Pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
1920s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 91 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wedgwood by International sterling Silver flatware set, 91 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9
Category
1920s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Shenandoah by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 45 Pieces Scarce
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Shenandoah by Alvin, circa 1912, sterling silver flatware set of 45 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 126 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
of many of the pieces.
Superb Chrysanthemum by Durgin sterling silver Flatware set - 126 pieces
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Honeysuckle by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set Scarce c1870
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Honeysuckle by Whiting, circa 1870, sterling silver Flatware set - 40 pieces (including Mother of
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XV by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 54 Pc Rare in Fitted Box
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Louis XV by Durgin, circa 1891, sterling silver Flatware set - 54 pieces (plus 12 Mother of
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 705 Pieces
By Gorham
Located in New Orleans, LA
This monumental American sterling silver flatware service by Gorham epitomizes the stately glamour
Category
19th Century American Rococo Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. San Lorenzo Silver Flatware Service, 248 Pieces
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extensive 248-piece sterling silver flatware service was crafted by the legendary Tiffany & Co
Category
Early 20th Century American Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Windham Gold by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Vermeil
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Windham Gold by Tiffany and Co. sterling silver flatware set of 24 pieces. This set is vermeil
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Buttercup by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set Gold Vermeil
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning buttercup gold by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 48 pieces. Gold flatware is on
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 51 pieces Monogram S
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set, 51 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 8 7/8"
8
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Chateau by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 89 Piece Dinner Size
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Impressive dinner and luncheon size Chateau aka Chateau Thierry by Lunt sterling silver flatware
Category
1910s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Francis I by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 52 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Francis I by Alvin sterling silver flatware set - 52 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives with
Category
1910s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Francis I Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Flatware 8 Set 54 Pieces New Script Mks
By Reed & Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Often called America's most glorious sterling silver flatware pattern, Francis I is a true work of
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 135 pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
of many of the pieces.
Monumental dinner and luncheon size Chrysanthemum by Durgin sterling silver
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Lot, Unknown Pattern, 22 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Gorham (pattern unknown), circa 1922 sterling silver flatware set/lot, 22 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Raleigh by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 76 pcs Beaded Dinner
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Dinner Size Raleigh by Alvin c1900 sterling silver flatware set - 76 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 106 Pieces Dinner
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set - 106 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dinner Size Knives, modern, 9 3
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
La Salle by Dominick and Haff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 63 Pcs
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely La Salle by Dominick and Haff sterling silver flatware set - 60 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Kenilworth by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 200 Pieces Huge
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Massive Kenilworth by International Sterling silver flatware set - 200 pieces including:
12
Category
1880s Antique Silver Flatware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
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Antique Silver Flatware For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of antique silver flatware you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique silver flatware from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique silver flatware from Tiffany & Co., Emile Puiforcat and Gorham — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of antique silver flatware can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Crystal rings, from our inventory of 5, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes french cut and uncut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of antique silver flatware, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Antique Silver Flatware?
Prices for a piece of antique silver flatware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $50 and can go as high as $350,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,871.
Questions About Antique Silver Flatware
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Silver flatware can be valuable because silver is a valuable metal. Sometimes the value of the metal as scrap can be more valuable than the items themselves. Find a collection of vintage and antique silver flatware on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On silver flatware, 90 typically means that the utensils feature silver plate. This means that their primary material is copper, pewter, nickel or another metal covered with a thin layer of real silver. On 1stDibs, find a variety of silver flatware.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The most popular sterling silver flatware pattern is really a matter of preference because so many exist. Some of the most popular include Chantilly, Rondo, Repousse and Grand Baroque. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and contemporary sterling silver flatware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether 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.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-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, 2022Antique 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.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique 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.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling 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.
- What does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique 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.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether 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, 2022Sterling 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While 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, 2022To 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.
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