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Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Travelling Communion Set
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Travelling Communion Set

Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Travelling Communion Set

By Hamilton & Inches Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V Scottish sterling silver gilt travelling

Category

1910s Scottish Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Sterling Silver

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Giltwood Mirror
French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Giltwood Mirror

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Giltwood Mirror

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French 19th century Louis XV st. silvered bronze mirrored centerpiece. The plateau is

Category

18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Fine Old Sheffield and Mirror Plateau SATURDAY SALE
Fine Old Sheffield and Mirror Plateau SATURDAY SALE

Fine Old Sheffield and Mirror Plateau SATURDAY SALE

By Sheffield Silver Co.

Located in West Palm beach, FL

Sheffield and mirror plateau with grape and vine border in high relief bordered by reclining lions

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver

Fish Plateau
Fish Plateau

Fish Plateau

Unavailable

Fish Plateau

Located in New York, NY

Carved fish and stars

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Glass

Victorian Plateau
Victorian Plateau

Victorian Plateau

Unavailable|$1,599

Victorian Plateau

Located in London, GB

Silver and glass Victorian plateau, circa 1850. Beautiful and ornate, this can be used as a

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

French Signed Baccarat Silver over Bronze Mirror Tray or Plateau, circa 1900
French Signed Baccarat Silver over Bronze Mirror Tray or Plateau, circa 1900

French Signed Baccarat Silver over Bronze Mirror Tray or Plateau, circa 1900

By Baccarat

Located in Redding, CA

Fabulous Baccarat tray with reticulated gallery and handles silver plated over bronze elevated on

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Continental Silver Over Bronze Two-tiered Mirrored Plateau
Continental Silver Over Bronze Two-tiered Mirrored Plateau

Continental Silver Over Bronze Two-tiered Mirrored Plateau

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Each graduated tier with pierced galleried edge, the top tier raised on the tails of four stylized dolphins, the bottom tier raised on the backs of four elephants surmounted by urns,...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Silver Plateau

Beautiful Three Part Mirrored Plateau
Beautiful Three Part Mirrored Plateau

Beautiful Three Part Mirrored Plateau

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

19th century silver plated, three section plateau with mid-20th century mirrored top.

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19th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

19th c. Sheffield mirror top plateau

19th c. Sheffield mirror top plateau

Located in Savannah, GA

Silver sheffield

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19th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

Outstanding Art Nouveau 19th Century Epergne on Plateau
Outstanding Art Nouveau 19th Century Epergne on Plateau

Outstanding Art Nouveau 19th Century Epergne on Plateau

Located in Paris, FR

Opalescent glass with translucent green color with white shades, fashioned hot , 4 horn tulips on a bronze late 19th frame , good condition, diameter of the pool 26 x 5 cm H

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze

ANTIQUE French Silver Plated GALLIA by christofle Plateau Service Circa 1900
ANTIQUE French Silver Plated GALLIA by christofle Plateau Service Circa 1900

ANTIQUE French Silver Plated GALLIA by christofle Plateau Service Circa 1900

By Christofle

Located in VERGT, FR

Early Christofle Circa 1900 Style Louis XV Each with Christofle marks for Alfenide Gallia, numéroted 5124 Original patina . Décoration of period leaves Weight : 670 grammes Small...

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19th Century French Antique Silver Plateau

Queen Adelaide Garniture
Queen Adelaide Garniture

Queen Adelaide Garniture

Unavailable|$2,642,267 / set

Queen Adelaide Garniture

By Robert Garrard II 1

Located in London, GB

Garrard and R and S Garrard and Co, 1839 and 1852 Comprising a large silver mounted Mirror Plateau, in

Category

Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Brass, Copper and Silver Incense Burner Syria or Egypt, 19th Century
Large Brass, Copper and Silver Incense Burner Syria or Egypt, 19th Century

Large Brass, Copper and Silver Incense Burner Syria or Egypt, 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Large and spectacular incense burner and its finely engraved brass plateau, inlaid with silver and

Category

19th Century Egyptian Islamic Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver, Brass, Copper

Royal Georgian Silver Plateau
Royal Georgian Silver Plateau

Royal Georgian Silver Plateau

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary George III silver plateau bears the coat of arms of Prince George Augustus

Category

19th Century British Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver

French Silver Plateau "Surtout De Table" Presentation Stand
French Silver Plateau "Surtout De Table" Presentation Stand

French Silver Plateau "Surtout De Table" Presentation Stand

Located in Austin, TX

An exceptional, large French "surtout de table" plateau or centerpiece presentation stand of fine

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

3-Piece Antique French Mirrored Silver Plateau, circa 1900
3-Piece Antique French Mirrored Silver Plateau, circa 1900

3-Piece Antique French Mirrored Silver Plateau, circa 1900

By Cardeilhac

Located in London, GB

Stunning three-piece mirrored plateau made in French 1st Standard silver (950/1000). The large

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver

Large Antique German Table Centrepiece on Mirrored Plateau c. 1890
Large Antique German Table Centrepiece on Mirrored Plateau c. 1890

Large Antique German Table Centrepiece on Mirrored Plateau c. 1890

Located in London, GB

An impressive Antique German Silver Table Centrepiece standing on a magnificent mirrored Silver

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19th Century German Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver

English Silver Plated Plateau
English Silver Plated Plateau

English Silver Plated Plateau

Located in High Point, NC

Silver plated plateau with a mirrored top and a lovely hand embossed base. It was a trophy won by

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Huge Silver Plate Presentation Plateau
Huge Silver Plate Presentation Plateau

Huge Silver Plate Presentation Plateau

Located in San Francisco, CA

Extremely large and grand silver plate plateau, most likely used to present a wedding cake. The top

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Continental Silver Plated Mirrored Plateau
Antique Continental Silver Plated Mirrored Plateau

Antique Continental Silver Plated Mirrored Plateau

Located in Houston, TX

Stunning antique Continental silver plated plateau with mirrored top. This unusual round Art

Category

Early 1900s Rococo Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique American Sterling Silver Golf Presentation Trophy
Antique American Sterling Silver Golf Presentation Trophy

Antique American Sterling Silver Golf Presentation Trophy

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

textured silver plateau and is supported by the original ebonised painted wood presentation plinth. The

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1890s American Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silvered Bronze And Mirrored Plateau
Silvered Bronze And Mirrored Plateau

Silvered Bronze And Mirrored Plateau

Located in Essex, MA

Mirror plate surrounded by a conforming cast border with floral decoration.

Category

19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Edwardian Silver Gilt Mirrored Plateau
Edwardian Silver Gilt Mirrored Plateau

Edwardian Silver Gilt Mirrored Plateau

Located in Essex, MA

Circular with naturalistic rock work design surrounding a mirror, mahogany recessed bottom.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Gold Plate

Victorian Matching Sterling Silver Centrepiece & Plateau, Made in 1876
Victorian Matching Sterling Silver Centrepiece & Plateau, Made in 1876

Victorian Matching Sterling Silver Centrepiece & Plateau, Made in 1876

By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd., Samuel Smily

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1876 by Samuel Smily with the matching plateau hallmarked in Birmingham in

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French Napoleon III Silver Plated Plateau, circa 1860
Antique French Napoleon III Silver Plated Plateau, circa 1860

Antique French Napoleon III Silver Plated Plateau, circa 1860

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Napoleon III silver plated plateau, circa 1860.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Century English Silver Plate / Mirror Plateau
Early 20th Century English Silver Plate / Mirror Plateau

Early 20th Century English Silver Plate / Mirror Plateau

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Early 20th century English silver plate frame surtout de table mirrored plateau. The plateau

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver

Antique Elegant 19th Century Silver Plated Galleried Mirrored Plateau
Antique Elegant 19th Century Silver Plated Galleried Mirrored Plateau

Antique Elegant 19th Century Silver Plated Galleried Mirrored Plateau

Located in New Orleans, LA

Plateaus are often used to enhance the dining table or sideboard settings with their reflective

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique French Louis XV Silvered Bronze Plateau
Antique French Louis XV Silvered Bronze Plateau

Antique French Louis XV Silvered Bronze Plateau

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Louis XV Silvered Bronze Plateau

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze

French Jardiniere of Silver with Mirrored Plateau
French Jardiniere of Silver with Mirrored Plateau

French Jardiniere of Silver with Mirrored Plateau

Located in Austin, TX

A magnificent French oblong jardiniere of silver on a mirrored oblong plateau of silver, c.1900.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Plateau

Antique English Hand Chased Silver Plate Large, Round Mirror Plateau
Antique English Hand Chased Silver Plate Large, Round Mirror Plateau

Antique English Hand Chased Silver Plate Large, Round Mirror Plateau

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Magnificent antique English hand chased silver plate large, round mirror plateau.  Unusually

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique French Silver Suite Candelabra Jardinière Bowl on Plateau, circa 1900
Antique French Silver Suite Candelabra Jardinière Bowl on Plateau, circa 1900

Antique French Silver Suite Candelabra Jardinière Bowl on Plateau, circa 1900

By Tetard Freres

Located in London, GB

grade French Silver (950 Standard). Approximate total weight - 10,678g / 343.34oz (excl. The plateau

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian 1860s Sterling Silver Mirrored Plateau by Stephen Smith
Antique Victorian 1860s Sterling Silver Mirrored Plateau by Stephen Smith

Antique Victorian 1860s Sterling Silver Mirrored Plateau by Stephen Smith

By Stephen Smith

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mirrored plateau; an

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Silver Plate Mirror Plateau, Made circa 1880
Victorian Antique Silver Plate Mirror Plateau, Made circa 1880

Victorian Antique Silver Plate Mirror Plateau, Made circa 1880

Located in London, London

Made circa 1880, this striking, Antique Silver Plate Mirror Plateau, is modelled to look like an

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French Mirrored Silver Sideboard Trays
Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French Mirrored Silver Sideboard Trays

Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French Mirrored Silver Sideboard Trays

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French mirrored silver sideboard trays. A lovely trio which sits on

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Antique Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece and Matching Plateau, Elkington
Large Antique Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece and Matching Plateau, Elkington

Large Antique Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece and Matching Plateau, Elkington

By Elkington Mason & Co.

Located in London, London

Made in 1848 by Elkington, Mason & Co., this spectacular, Victorian, antique silver plated

Category

1840s English Baroque Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Monumental Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Centerpiece with Mirror Plateaus
Vintage Monumental Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Centerpiece with Mirror Plateaus

Vintage Monumental Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Centerpiece with Mirror Plateaus

By Sheffield

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

England. This handcrafted monumental silver plate cut crystal centerpiece features brilliant cut crystal

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1920s British Anglo-Indian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

An Italian LXIV Style Silvered Brass Footed Plateau
An Italian LXIV Style Silvered Brass Footed Plateau

An Italian LXIV Style Silvered Brass Footed Plateau

Located in Atlanta, GA

having a Rococo-style scrolled body with a double incised detail with conforming mirrorplate, the finely cast feet attaching to the framework, the bottom a wooden liner

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19th Century Italian Antique Silver Plateau

Victorian Era Hand-Hammered Silver Plate on Metal Plateau or Centerpiece
Victorian Era Hand-Hammered Silver Plate on Metal Plateau or Centerpiece

Victorian Era Hand-Hammered Silver Plate on Metal Plateau or Centerpiece

Located in Astoria, NY

An antique English mirrored plateau or centerpiece in hand-hammered silver plate on metal. Marked

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique French Louis XV style  Three Piece Mirrored Silver Plate Plateau
Antique French Louis XV style  Three Piece Mirrored Silver Plate Plateau

Antique French Louis XV style Three Piece Mirrored Silver Plate Plateau

Located in New York, NY

Antique (early 20th century) three-piece mirrored silver plate plateau measuring 47 by 20 3/4 by 2

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau
19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau

19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau

Located in San Francisco, CA

An elegant three-section antique "Surtout de Table" plateau. French circa 1830 and made of silvered

Category

Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French Mirrored Silver Sideboard Trio Tray
Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French Mirrored Silver Sideboard Trio Tray

Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French Mirrored Silver Sideboard Trio Tray

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Plateau de Buffet, French mirrored silver sideboard trio tray A lovely piece which sits

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

English Sheffield Plateau. Circa 1780
English Sheffield Plateau. Circa 1780

English Sheffield Plateau. Circa 1780

Located in Charleston, SC

English Sheffield silver over copper plateau with original mirrors, scrolled feet, shell carving

Category

1780s English George III Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Copper

19th Century French Silver over Bronze Mirrored Plateau and Green Glass Bowl
19th Century French Silver over Bronze Mirrored Plateau and Green Glass Bowl

19th Century French Silver over Bronze Mirrored Plateau and Green Glass Bowl

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century silver over bronze French Rococo mirrored plateau with a green glass and rams head

Category

19th Century European Louis XV Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze, Silver

19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau
19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau

19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau

Located in Dallas, TX

France circa 1830 and made of silvered bronze, the spectacular centerpiece is over four feet in length

Category

Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Silver Plated Plateau
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Silver Plated Plateau

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Silver Plated Plateau

Located in Houston, TX

Fantastic French Louis XVI style silver plated plateau with mirrored center and paw feet from the

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Plateau

Ormolu Bronze Mirrored Plateau
Ormolu Bronze Mirrored Plateau

Ormolu Bronze Mirrored Plateau

Located in New Orleans, LA

This grand French plateau showcases superb ormolu bronze work. Lavishly decorated with an array of

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Oval Silver Plated and Mirrored Table Plateau
19th Century French Louis XVI Oval Silver Plated and Mirrored Table Plateau

19th Century French Louis XVI Oval Silver Plated and Mirrored Table Plateau

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique silver plated "Surtout de table" (table platter) was crafted in France, circa

Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Silver Plate

French Silver Plate and Eglomise Plateau by Charles Balaine
French Silver Plate and Eglomise Plateau by Charles Balaine

French Silver Plate and Eglomise Plateau by Charles Balaine

By Charles Balaine

Located in New Orleans, LA

This resplendent French silver plate plateau by Charles Balaine of Paris is distinguished by a

Category

19th Century Antique Silver Plateau

A French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored Three Piece Plateau
A French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored Three Piece Plateau

A French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored Three Piece Plateau

Located in Dallas, TX

A French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored Three Piece Surtout de Table

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Mirrored Plateau
19th Century French Mirrored Plateau

19th Century French Mirrored Plateau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th Century French Mirrored Plateau. Gilded Bronze Empire style. Center pieces are 23"D x 23"W

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Plateau

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Silver Plateau For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique silver plateau you’re looking for. Each antique silver plateau for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and silver. There are many kinds of the antique silver plateau you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver plateau, designed in the Victorian, Louis XVI or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique silver plateau that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fenton Brothers, Stephen Smith and WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Silver Plateau?

Prices for an antique silver plateau can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $250 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,200.

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 Plateau
  • 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.