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Pair of Carved Italian Silver Gilt Sconces
Pair of Carved Italian Silver Gilt Sconces

Pair of Carved Italian Silver Gilt Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of finely carved Italian silver gilt (5) light sconces newly wired with wax candle covers.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Mirrored Sconces
1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Mirrored Sconces

1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Mirrored Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell mirrored backplate sconces (silver plated) with two lights. In

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

William and Mary-Style Silver Plate Sconces
William and Mary-Style Silver Plate Sconces

William and Mary-Style Silver Plate Sconces

Located in Vista, CA

A fine pair of William and Mary style silver plate two-light sconces, circa 1900, attributed to E.F

Category

19th Century European William and Mary Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Caldwell Sconces, Five Light Sconces, Silver Nickel, 1920, Newly Wired
Pair of Caldwell Sconces, Five Light Sconces, Silver Nickel, 1920, Newly Wired

Pair of Caldwell Sconces, Five Light Sconces, Silver Nickel, 1920, Newly Wired

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of exquisite, documented Caldwell wall sconces. Each featuring five lights, these sconces

Category

1920s American Georgian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Nickel

Set of Six Edwardian Silver Plated Wall Sconces
Set of Six Edwardian Silver Plated Wall Sconces

Set of Six Edwardian Silver Plated Wall Sconces

Located in Kent, Dover

A set of six English Edwardian silver plated bracket twin branch wall sconces.   

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1910s Antique Silver Sconces

Pair silver plated single lite sconce
Pair silver plated single lite sconce

Pair silver plated single lite sconce

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-807 Pair silver plated sconces

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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Circa 1910  pair silvered hurricane sconces
Circa 1910  pair silvered hurricane sconces

Circa 1910 pair silvered hurricane sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-992 Pair silvered bulbus sconces with hand blown hurricane

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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Antique Silver-Plated York & Sons Trombone as Sconce
Antique Silver-Plated York & Sons Trombone as Sconce

Antique Silver-Plated York & Sons Trombone as Sconce

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early 20th century, silver-plated, engraved, York & Sons trombone newly made into a wall light

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Brass

Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces
Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 English, 1920's silver plated sconces. Beaded detail around large oval backplate. Original

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Sconces

Set of Four Silver Plated Sconces
Set of Four Silver Plated Sconces

Set of Four Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Set of four English silver plated single light sconces with crystal finial.

Category

1920s English Antique Silver Sconces

Pair  Silver Plated Double Arm Sconce
Pair  Silver Plated Double Arm Sconce

Pair Silver Plated Double Arm Sconce

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-1067 A 1920's pair of silver plated two light sconce.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Pair of Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces

Pair of Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of polished silver Caldwell 2 light sconces with original silver plated finish. 15.5

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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of English Silver-Plated Sconces
Pair of English Silver-Plated Sconces

Pair of English Silver-Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1920s English silver-plated two-arm sconces. Measurements: Height 10" Width 10

Category

1920s English Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1920s Caldwell Shell Silver Plated Sconces
1920s Caldwell Shell Silver Plated Sconces

1920s Caldwell Shell Silver Plated Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1920’s silver plated Caldwell sconces with shell design. In great vintage condition

Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 silver plated sconces
Set of 4 silver plated sconces

Set of 4 silver plated sconces

Located in New York, NY

A set of 4 silver plated sconces attributed to Caldwell. Cartouche crowned by coat of arms form the

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces
Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A set of 4 large silver plated sconces of neo classic style. Original finish and patina. 12.5

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces
Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 English, circa 1920's silver plated sconces. Available at our showroom at 235 East 60th

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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1920s Caldwell silver plated double light sconces with original patina. Available at our

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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Set of 4 Silvered Bronze Sconces
Set of 4 Silvered Bronze Sconces

Set of 4 Silvered Bronze Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4, silver plated Caldwell sconces with painted details on center. Available at our showroom

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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Large Silver Plated Sconces
Pair of Large Silver Plated Sconces

Pair of Large Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of American 1920's large silver plated Neo classic sconces with 3 lights. Available in our

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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of  Silver Plated Shell Sconces
Pair of  Silver Plated Shell Sconces

Pair of Silver Plated Shell Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1920s American silver plated shell shaped sconces with double arm. Original patina. www

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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Set or 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Set or 4 Silver Plated Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 English circa 1900 silver plated sconces with original patina. 12" height, 9.5" width, 6

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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of Caldwell sconces with a silver plated finish. In very good vintage condition. Dealer

Category

1920s American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with ornament on body. In very good vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1920’a Caldwell silver plated oval sconces with two arms. In very good vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Silver Plated Sconces with Lapis Lazuli
Pair of Silver Plated Sconces with Lapis Lazuli

Pair of Silver Plated Sconces with Lapis Lazuli

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French circa 1960's silver-plated sconces with lapis lazuli stone body molded glass

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

1920's Caldwell silver plated one light sconces
1920's Caldwell silver plated one light sconces

1920's Caldwell silver plated one light sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of small silver plated one light sconces.

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1910s American Adam Style Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

1920s Pair of Silvered Bronze Two-Light Sconces

1920s Pair of Silvered Bronze Two-Light Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of sconces made in the 1920s. Fashioned out of silvered bronze. This can be seen at our 149

Category

1920s American Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Silver Plated E. F. Caldwell Sconces
Pair of Silver Plated E. F. Caldwell Sconces

Pair of Silver Plated E. F. Caldwell Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Baltimore, MD

Silver plated bronze, 2-arm sconces with grape border, linen-fold backplate and heraldic griffin

Category

1920s American Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

American Classical Silver Plated Sconces with Mirrored Backplates
American Classical Silver Plated Sconces with Mirrored Backplates

American Classical Silver Plated Sconces with Mirrored Backplates

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of American Classical Silver Plated Sconces With Mirrored Backplates. In very good vintage

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s
Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s

Pair of Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces, Circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of 1920’s Caldwell sconces with Neoclassical and American Classical design. In very good

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Silver

Pair of Italian Baroque Silver Gilt Wall Sconces
Pair of Italian Baroque Silver Gilt Wall Sconces

Pair of Italian Baroque Silver Gilt Wall Sconces

Located in Greenwich, CT

Pair of Italian baroque silver gilt wall sconces, the scroll carved crest with monogram in lemon

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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Leaf, Brass

Pair of Italian Silver Gilt Sconces
Pair of Italian Silver Gilt Sconces

Pair of Italian Silver Gilt Sconces

Located in Greenwich, CT

Good pair of 18th century Italian carved and silver gilt wall lights having ribbed urn backs and

Category

1760s Italian Baroque Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Wall Sconces in Silver Painted Tin
Pair of Wall Sconces in Silver Painted Tin

Pair of Wall Sconces in Silver Painted Tin

Located in New Orleans, LA

These elegant tin sconces would complement any design style. There are two pairs available that are

Category

Late 19th Century European Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Tin

Eight E. F. Caldwell Silvered Bronze Neoclassical Sconces
Eight E. F. Caldwell Silvered Bronze Neoclassical Sconces

Eight E. F. Caldwell Silvered Bronze Neoclassical Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

These handsome Caldwell sconces feature neoclassical motifs including acanthus and laurel leaves

Category

Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Pair of Silver Plated Sconces Wall Lights
19th Century Pair of Silver Plated Sconces Wall Lights

19th Century Pair of Silver Plated Sconces Wall Lights

Located in London, GB

A highly decorative pair of silver plated wall lights, circa 1880 in date. Silver plated on

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

A Pair of 20th Century Silver Plated Scallop Shell Wall Sconces
A Pair of 20th Century Silver Plated Scallop Shell Wall Sconces

A Pair of 20th Century Silver Plated Scallop Shell Wall Sconces

Located in London, GB

England, circa 1930 A pair of English Art Deco silver plated wall lights in the form of a scallop

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Silver Plated Sconces, circa 1900
Pair of Silver Plated Sconces, circa 1900

Pair of Silver Plated Sconces, circa 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant two-light pair of silver over copper sconces.

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Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Beautiful Set of Four Heavy 1920s Silver Color Sconces
Beautiful Set of Four Heavy 1920s Silver Color Sconces

Beautiful Set of Four Heavy 1920s Silver Color Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

own design A elegant set of four heavy silver color sconces, it is all original, we have a fifth one

Category

1920s American Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

1910 Silver Plate  Single Sconce( 1  available)
1910 Silver Plate  Single Sconce( 1  available)

1910 Silver Plate Single Sconce( 1 available)

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-561 Finley chased silver plated sconce with gilt details One piece available

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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Louis XVI Silver Bronze Sconces
Pair of Louis XVI Silver Bronze Sconces

Pair of Louis XVI Silver Bronze Sconces

Located in Dallas, TX

Fabulous pair of silver bronze sconces with 3 arms and waxed candles. Re-wired.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of silver over bronze wall sconces
Pair of silver over bronze wall sconces

Pair of silver over bronze wall sconces

Located in Atlanta, GA

#CW2343 A very fine pair of silver over bronze two arm wall sconces with crystal globes.

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair of French Silvered Bronze Arm Sconces
Pair of French Silvered Bronze Arm Sconces

Pair of French Silvered Bronze Arm Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of French silvered bronze arm sconces with winged head Angel motif. They are newly wired.

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Early 20th Century French Silver Leaf Bronze Sconces
Pair of Early 20th Century French Silver Leaf Bronze Sconces

Pair of Early 20th Century French Silver Leaf Bronze Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of early 20th century French silver leaf bronze sconces. Newly silver gilded. New custom

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Silver Leaf

Pair of silver plate two-arm sconces
Pair of silver plate two-arm sconces

Pair of silver plate two-arm sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of silver plate two-arm sconces featuring tendril elements with flower petals composed of

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Set of 4 Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A set of 4 neo classic style Caldwell sconces with tassel detail at bottom. Silver finish.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

pair of silvered large two arm sconces
pair of silvered large two arm sconces

pair of silvered large two arm sconces

Located in Westport, CT

chic and unsual pair early 20th century French silvered two arm sconces adorned with glass bobeches

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair Silver Plated Crystal Double Arm Sconce
Pair Silver Plated Crystal Double Arm Sconce

Pair Silver Plated Crystal Double Arm Sconce

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-1139 A pair of silver plated double arm sconce having a crystal bobeches and backplate rosette

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique Set Of Five Silver Plated Sconces
Antique Set Of Five Silver Plated Sconces

Antique Set Of Five Silver Plated Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

silver plated sconces, the details and the patina is so much nicer in person, price is for the set of

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Set of 4 Silver-Plated Mirrored Sconces
Set of 4 Silver-Plated Mirrored Sconces

Set of 4 Silver-Plated Mirrored Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 circa 1920’s silver-plated Caldwell sconces with original mirrored backplates. 17.5

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

1900s Large Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with flower design
1900s Large Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with flower design

1900s Large Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with flower design

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated sconces, unusual flowers design and large size

Category

Early 1900s American American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Caldwell American Renaissance Revival Wall Sconces in Silvered Bronze
Caldwell American Renaissance Revival Wall Sconces in Silvered Bronze

Caldwell American Renaissance Revival Wall Sconces in Silvered Bronze

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

Caldwell American Renaissance Revival pair of wall sconces in silvered bronze, with ornamental

Category

1880s American Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair of antique silver plated wall sconces
Pair of antique silver plated wall sconces

Pair of antique silver plated wall sconces

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Beautiful pair of wall sconces with great washed patina New wiring ready to go.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Copper

Silver Studded Candle Sconce by Brian Stanziale
Silver Studded Candle Sconce by Brian Stanziale

Silver Studded Candle Sconce by Brian Stanziale

By Brian Stanziale

Located in Chicago, IL

transformed from a provincial 19th century artifact into a one-of-a-kind work of art. Embellishing with silver

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Pair of Silver Plated Brass Sconces Wall Lights
Early 20th Century Pair of Silver Plated Brass Sconces Wall Lights

Early 20th Century Pair of Silver Plated Brass Sconces Wall Lights

Located in London, GB

A decorative pair of silver on brass sconces, circa 1920 in date. Each with a coat of arms, the

Category

1920s Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Elegant Set of Four 1920s Silver Plated Sconces ( two are sold )
Elegant Set of Four 1920s Silver Plated Sconces ( two are sold )

Elegant Set of Four 1920s Silver Plated Sconces ( two are sold )

Located in Los Angeles, CA

design. A beautiful set of four 1920s silver plated sconces, they are hard to find.  

Category

1920s North American Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair Edwardian Sterling Silver Wall Candle Sconces 1936 William & Mary Style
Pair Edwardian Sterling Silver Wall Candle Sconces 1936 William & Mary Style

Pair Edwardian Sterling Silver Wall Candle Sconces 1936 William & Mary Style

By Robert Pringle & Sons

Located in London, GB

A pair of impressive Edwardian Silver Wall Sconces in the William & Mary Style featuring a

Category

Early 20th Century English William and Mary Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Antique Silver Sconces For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique silver sconces available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique silver sconces — often made from metal, silver and bronze — can elevate any home. Antique silver sconces 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 sconces bearing Georgian or Neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique silver sconces over the years, but those made by Edward F. Caldwell & Co., F. & C. Osler and Maison Baguès are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Silver Sconces?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,875, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $328,330 highest priced.

Finding the Right Sconces-wall-lights for You

From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.

We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.

It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.

When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.

For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.

Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.

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