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Six Rare and Antique Georg Jensen Bell Lunch Knives, 1910s
Six Rare and Antique Georg Jensen Bell Lunch Knives, 1910s

Six Rare and Antique Georg Jensen Bell Lunch Knives, 1910s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Six rare and antique Georg Jensen bell lunch knives in sterling silver and stainless steel, 1910s

Category

1910s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Set of 12 Sterling Handled Dessert Knives
19th Century Set of 12 Sterling Handled Dessert Knives

19th Century Set of 12 Sterling Handled Dessert Knives

Located in Vista, CA

Set of 12 sterling and mother-of-pearl handled dessert knives with shield emblem and stainless

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver

Outstanding Set Fruit / Desert Knives and Forks for Twelve
Outstanding Set Fruit / Desert Knives and Forks for Twelve

Outstanding Set Fruit / Desert Knives and Forks for Twelve

By Joseph Rodgers & Sons

Located in Bath, GB

Both the box and contents of this silver plate and Mother of Pearl fruit or desert set deserve

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 12 Early 18th Century Pistol Grip Table Knives
Set of 12 Early 18th Century Pistol Grip Table Knives

Set of 12 Early 18th Century Pistol Grip Table Knives

Located in Cornwall, GB

A very rare set of 12 early 18th century table knives. Pistol grip silver hafts with Queen Anne

Category

Early 1700s English George III Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Set of 6 Georgian Thread Knives, London 1817, Robert Peppin
Set of 6 Georgian Thread Knives, London 1817, Robert Peppin

Set of 6 Georgian Thread Knives, London 1817, Robert Peppin

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Set of 6 Georgian Thread Knives, London 1817, Robert Peppin. Plain old English thread design

Category

1810s English Georgian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Art Nouveau Cheese & Fruit Forks and Knives, set of 24
French Art Nouveau Cheese & Fruit Forks and Knives, set of 24

French Art Nouveau Cheese & Fruit Forks and Knives, set of 24

Located in Philadelphia, PA

show brass uppers fitted into the silver handle with a half -ball shaped ferrule. The brass knives are

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Samuel Peace English Stag Antler Handled Knives & Forks, 10 piece set
Samuel Peace English Stag Antler Handled Knives & Forks, 10 piece set

Samuel Peace English Stag Antler Handled Knives & Forks, 10 piece set

By Samuel Peace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

-1925. Five each dinner sized fork and knives made of heavy, substantial quality stainless steel

Category

Late 19th Century English International Style Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Antique British Set of Knives and Forks in original box, 1923
Antique British Set of Knives and Forks in original box, 1923

Antique British Set of Knives and Forks in original box, 1923

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Set of 24 silver plated and mother-of-pearl tableware in their original wood box made in England

Category

1870s British Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Boxed Set of Fish Knives and Forks, 1923
Antique Victorian Boxed Set of Fish Knives and Forks, 1923

Antique Victorian Boxed Set of Fish Knives and Forks, 1923

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique English set of twelve silver plated fish knives, fish forks with a pair

Category

1920s English Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

12 Antique William Adams Sterling Mother of Pearl Fruit Knives Knife & Box
12 Antique William Adams Sterling Mother of Pearl Fruit Knives Knife & Box

12 Antique William Adams Sterling Mother of Pearl Fruit Knives Knife & Box

By William Adams

Located in Dayton, OH

"Set of 12 Antique fruit knives and box case by William Adams, featuring mother of pearl handles

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swedish Art Nouveau Fruit Knife Holder and Knives by G A B
Swedish Art Nouveau Fruit Knife Holder and Knives by G A B

Swedish Art Nouveau Fruit Knife Holder and Knives by G A B

By GAB

Located in Ross, CA

Art Nouveau set of fruit knives made by GAB (Guldsmeds Aktie Bolet) in Sweden sometime around 1900

Category

Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century English Porcelain Crabstick Handled Dessert Knives, Cased Set of 12
19th Century English Porcelain Crabstick Handled Dessert Knives, Cased Set of 12

19th Century English Porcelain Crabstick Handled Dessert Knives, Cased Set of 12

By Royal Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A scarce set of 12 boxed porcelain handled dessert knives, circa 1860-1870, attributed to Royal

Category

Mid-19th Century English Japonisme Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare Set Fish Knives and Forks, Figural Carved Handles with Glass Eyes, 1909
Rare Set Fish Knives and Forks, Figural Carved Handles with Glass Eyes, 1909

Rare Set Fish Knives and Forks, Figural Carved Handles with Glass Eyes, 1909

By Stevenson & Law, William Briggs and Co.

Located in Bath, GB

A wonderful set of fish knives and forks for six; what of course makes these rare are the

Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Rare Setting for 18, Fruit / Desert Knives and Forks, c.1860
Rare Setting for 18, Fruit / Desert Knives and Forks, c.1860

Rare Setting for 18, Fruit / Desert Knives and Forks, c.1860

By Martin Hall

Located in Bath, GB

. Both the silver plated knives and forks are beautifully decorated and each marked by the famous

Category

1860s European Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Carl Aubock Set of six Walnut Boards and Knives
Carl Aubock Set of six Walnut Boards and Knives

Carl Aubock Set of six Walnut Boards and Knives

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in London, GB

both ends to create a stepped look. Accompanied by a set of six stainless steel knives with wicker

Category

1650s Austrian Modern Antique Silver Knives

Circa 1880s Set of Fish Knives & Forks for 6, English
Circa 1880s Set of Fish Knives & Forks for 6, English

Circa 1880s Set of Fish Knives & Forks for 6, English

By William Hutton & Sons

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A circa 1880s set of fish knives & forks for 6, English. Silverplate made by William Hutton & Sons

Category

Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Oversized Sterling Collar and Celluloid Handled Knives and Forks, Set of 12
Oversized Sterling Collar and Celluloid Handled Knives and Forks, Set of 12

Oversized Sterling Collar and Celluloid Handled Knives and Forks, Set of 12

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A vintage table cutlery service for six, oversized knives and forks, 12 pieces in all. Sterling

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver

Antique 24 Pc Landers Frary & Clark Sterling Mother of Pearl Knives & Forks
Antique 24 Pc Landers Frary & Clark Sterling Mother of Pearl Knives & Forks

Antique 24 Pc Landers Frary & Clark Sterling Mother of Pearl Knives & Forks

By Landers, Frary & Clark 1

Located in Dayton, OH

"24 Piece antique set of Landers, Frary & Clark Aetna Works mother of pearl and sterling silver

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Antique Mother-of-pearl Handled Fruit Knives and Forks, Sterling Ferrules
Set of Antique Mother-of-pearl Handled Fruit Knives and Forks, Sterling Ferrules

Set of Antique Mother-of-pearl Handled Fruit Knives and Forks, Sterling Ferrules

By Stainton Bros.

Located in Bath, GB

blades and tines are made from English silver plate and joined to the handles with English sterling

Category

1890s British Late Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Set of 8 George III Kings Pattern Table Knives, London 1813 by Moses Brent
Set of 8 George III Kings Pattern Table Knives, London 1813 by Moses Brent

Set of 8 George III Kings Pattern Table Knives, London 1813 by Moses Brent

Located in Cornwall, GB

A set of 8 George III Kings pattern table knives, London 1813 by Moses Brent A set of 8 George III

Category

1810s English George III Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Blue Fluted Plain, Four Dinner Knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad
Blue Fluted Plain, Four Dinner Knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad

Blue Fluted Plain, Four Dinner Knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad

Located in København, Copenhagen

Blue fluted plain, four dinner knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad. Early 1900s. Measures

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Knives

Early 20th Century French Set of Knives in Wooden Box
Early 20th Century French Set of Knives in Wooden Box

Early 20th Century French Set of Knives in Wooden Box

Located in High Point, NC

Unveil the splendor of culinary tradition with this Early 20th Century French Set of Knives

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century French Set of Knives in Wooden Box
Early 20th Century French Set of Knives in Wooden Box

Early 20th Century French Set of Knives in Wooden Box

Located in High Point, NC

Unveil the splendor of culinary tradition with this Early 20th Century French Set of Knives

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Colorful Vermeil and Enamel Hors d'oeuvres Knives
Set of Six Colorful Vermeil and Enamel Hors d'oeuvres Knives

Set of Six Colorful Vermeil and Enamel Hors d'oeuvres Knives

Located in Litchfield, CT

This vermeil and enamel knives were originally intended for desserts, but find new life in modern

Category

1920s English Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver, Vermeil, Enamel

Antique Boxed Set of 12 Pairs Pistol Grip Fruit Forks and Knives, 1905
Antique Boxed Set of 12 Pairs Pistol Grip Fruit Forks and Knives, 1905

Antique Boxed Set of 12 Pairs Pistol Grip Fruit Forks and Knives, 1905

By Harrison Brothers & George Howson 1

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique and rare English walnut boxed set of 12 pairs of sterling silver fruit

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Boxed Fruit Set Forks Knives Nutcrackers, Grape Scissors Etc 19th C
Antique Boxed Fruit Set Forks Knives Nutcrackers, Grape Scissors Etc 19th C

Antique Boxed Fruit Set Forks Knives Nutcrackers, Grape Scissors Etc 19th C

By Harrison Fisher & Company

Located in London, GB

twelve knives and twelve forks with bone handles, a pair of berry spoons, a sifting spoon, silvered nut

Category

1890s English Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Blue Fluted Plain, 14 knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, Early 1900s
Blue Fluted Plain, 14 knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, Early 1900s

Blue Fluted Plain, 14 knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, Early 1900s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Blue fluted plain, 14 knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, early 1900s. Measures 25.5 cm. In

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Silver Knives

Blue Fluted Plain, 6 Knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, Early 1900s
Blue Fluted Plain, 6 Knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, Early 1900s

Blue Fluted Plain, 6 Knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad, Early 1900s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Blue fluted plain, 6 knives from Royal Copenhagen / Raadvad. Early 1900s. Measures 21 cm. In

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Silver Knives

Cutery Service of 36 Knives in Original Box Art Deco
Cutery Service of 36 Knives in Original Box Art Deco

Cutery Service of 36 Knives in Original Box Art Deco

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This cutlery set is made up of 36 knives with ribbed mother-of-pearl handles and silver ferrules

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Walnut Cased Set of 18 Mother-of-pearl Dessert Knives Forks
Antique Walnut Cased Set of 18 Mother-of-pearl Dessert Knives Forks

Antique Walnut Cased Set of 18 Mother-of-pearl Dessert Knives Forks

Located in London, GB

and fork has a beautifully shaped mother of pearl handle, the silver plated fork and knives are all

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

A rare set of Cased Knives, with Pique handles
A rare set of Cased Knives, with Pique handles

A rare set of Cased Knives, with Pique handles

Located in London, GB

The six Knives have shaped handles which are beautifully inlaid with silver and mother of pearl

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Silver Knives

Blue Fluted Plain, 3 Dinner Knives from Royal Copenhagen/Raadvad, Early 1900s
Blue Fluted Plain, 3 Dinner Knives from Royal Copenhagen/Raadvad, Early 1900s

Blue Fluted Plain, 3 Dinner Knives from Royal Copenhagen/Raadvad, Early 1900s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Blue Fluted Plain, 3 dinner knives from Royal Copenhagen/Raadvad. Early 1900s. Measures 25.5 cm

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Edwardian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Butcher Block with Antique Meat Cleavers Knives
19th Century French Butcher Block with Antique Meat Cleavers Knives

19th Century French Butcher Block with Antique Meat Cleavers Knives

Located in Dallas, TX

decorated with three antique meat cleaver and chopper butcher knives with wood handles. The butcher table is

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Iron

Antique Boxed Set 12 Pairs Mother of Pearl Fruit Forks Knives Spoons Etc
Antique Boxed Set 12 Pairs Mother of Pearl Fruit Forks Knives Spoons Etc

Antique Boxed Set 12 Pairs Mother of Pearl Fruit Forks Knives Spoons Etc

By Martin, Hall & Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

12 pairs of silver plated fruit forks and knives with the most exquisite shaped mother of pearl

Category

1880s English Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

1920s English Bisby Art Deco Celluloid Ivory Handled Table Knives, Cased S/6
1920s English Bisby Art Deco Celluloid Ivory Handled Table Knives, Cased S/6

1920s English Bisby Art Deco Celluloid Ivory Handled Table Knives, Cased S/6

By Sheffield

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of six Celluloid 'Ivory' handled and Stainless Steel table or place knives, A.H. Bisby & Co

Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century French Carved Butcher Block with Meat Cleaver Chopper Knives
19th Century French Carved Butcher Block with Meat Cleaver Chopper Knives

19th Century French Carved Butcher Block with Meat Cleaver Chopper Knives

Located in Dallas, TX

knives with wood handles. The butcher table is in very good condition commensurate with age and use and

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Maple

Set of 6 mother of pearl and vermeil fruit knives - France, early 19th century
Set of 6 mother of pearl and vermeil fruit knives - France, early 19th century

Set of 6 mother of pearl and vermeil fruit knives - France, early 19th century

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Beautiful set of 6 fruit knives / dessert knives, mother-of-pearl handle, vermeil blade and collar

Category

Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Vermeil

English Sheffield Ashberry Stag Horn Forks & Knives Cutlery, Boxed Set of Twelve
English Sheffield Ashberry Stag Horn Forks & Knives Cutlery, Boxed Set of Twelve

English Sheffield Ashberry Stag Horn Forks & Knives Cutlery, Boxed Set of Twelve

By Philip Ashberry

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of twelve, natural stag horn handled forks and knives, six of each, with silver mounted end

Category

Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century French Butcher Block with Cow Head and Antique Meat Knives
19th Century French Butcher Block with Cow Head and Antique Meat Knives

19th Century French Butcher Block with Cow Head and Antique Meat Knives

Located in Dallas, TX

mounted knife storage slat, decorated with three antique meat cleaver and chopper butcher knives with wood

Category

Late 19th Century French Country Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Iron

Sterling Silver Flatware from E.Caron, 115 Pieces
Sterling Silver Flatware from E.Caron, 115 Pieces

Sterling Silver Flatware from E.Caron, 115 Pieces

Located in Paris, FR

additional dinner forks, - 24 dessert spoons, - a soup ladle - 12 table knives with silver handles and

Category

1910s French Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

By Walker & Hall

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Walker & Hall in 1901. The original sterling silver handled knives are fitted with stainless steel

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

By Thomas Chawner, William Eley & William Fearn, Charles Boyton

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver table and dessert knives are replacements. These impressive examples of antique

Category

1760s English Georgian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver

Edwardian English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons
Edwardian English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons

Edwardian English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons

By John Round & Son Ltd. 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver straight flatware

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons, Antique Edwardian
Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons, Antique Edwardian

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons, Antique Edwardian

By J & J Maxfield Ltd

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

replacement knives were made in 1999 by Terry Shaverin of the London silver Vaults and assayed in Sheffield

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Atkin Brothers Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
Atkin Brothers Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

Atkin Brothers Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

By Atkin Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English straight sterling silver Old English

Category

1920s English Other Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

By Mappin Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Fiddle

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons

By Various Makers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

replacement knives as the originals have not stood the test of time. Condition This silver 10 place cutlery

Category

1820s British Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Evald Nielsen Number 14 Fish Knife in Hammered Silver, 1920s
Evald Nielsen Number 14 Fish Knife in Hammered Silver, 1920s

Evald Nielsen Number 14 Fish Knife in Hammered Silver, 1920s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Evald Nielsen number 14 fish knife in hammered silver, 1920s. Ten knives are available. Stamped

Category

1920s Danish Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

By Francis Higgins

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

. Predominately all antique silver canteens have replacement knives as the originals have not stood the test of

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Puiforcat, Cutlery Flatware Set Louvois and Turenne Sterling Silver 162 Pieces
Puiforcat, Cutlery Flatware Set Louvois and Turenne Sterling Silver 162 Pieces

Puiforcat, Cutlery Flatware Set Louvois and Turenne Sterling Silver 162 Pieces

By Jean Puiforcat

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

for sale. A fork costs €490 and a knife €760. Weight of silver - excet knives - 8925 grams.

Category

Early 1900s French Louis XIV Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Flatware Service by Edmond Jamet, Paris
Silver Flatware Service by Edmond Jamet, Paris

Silver Flatware Service by Edmond Jamet, Paris

Located in Paris, FR

in Louis XV style. The set comprises: - 16 table cutlery - 12 dinner knives with silver handle

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Silver Knives

Materials

Silver

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Antique Silver Knives For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique silver knives is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique silver knives was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. There are all kinds of antique silver knives available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Art Nouveau and Georgian antique silver knives are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique silver knives over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Landers, Frary & Clark and Dominick and Haff Silver are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Silver Knives?

Prices for antique silver knives start at $125 and top out at $15,000 with the average selling for $927.

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 Knives
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.