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Pair of Italian Sconces
Pair of Italian Sconces

Pair of Italian Sconces

Unavailable|$5,500 / set

Pair of Italian Sconces

Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful, large pair of Italian wood and iron sconces, traces of silver leaf and painted black

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Cathedral Sconces
Pair of Cathedral Sconces

Pair of Cathedral Sconces

Unavailable|$19,919

Pair of Cathedral Sconces

Located in Corona Del Mar, CA

. They boast their original silver leaf finish. The sconces can be electrified if needed.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Plaster

Pair Of Silverplate E.F. Caldwell Sconces
Pair Of Silverplate E.F. Caldwell Sconces

Pair Of Silverplate E.F. Caldwell Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of silverplated E.F. Caldwell sconces with the original finish.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Caldwell Sconces with Mirrored Backplate
Caldwell Sconces with Mirrored Backplate

Caldwell Sconces with Mirrored Backplate

Located in Stamford, CT

Caldwell sconces silver plated with cut mirrored backplate, circa 1920 12 available priced per pair.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair Of Caldwell Neoclassical Sconces
Pair Of Caldwell Neoclassical Sconces

Pair Of Caldwell Neoclassical Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Urn shaped sconces with silver plated finish

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Jules Leleu Style Pair of Art Deco Sconces
Jules Leleu Style Pair of Art Deco Sconces

Jules Leleu Style Pair of Art Deco Sconces

By Jules Leleu

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish and chic pair of Art Deco sconces are very much in the manner of pieces created by

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Silver Plate, Bronze

Two Pair Of  E.F. Caldwell Silverplate Sconces
Two Pair Of  E.F. Caldwell Silverplate Sconces

Two Pair Of E.F. Caldwell Silverplate Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Two pair of silverplated sconces with a neoclassical urn etched in the mirrored backplates, and

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Pair of 19th Century Italian Sconces

Pair of 19th Century Italian Sconces

Unavailable|$4,400 / set

Pair of 19th Century Italian Sconces

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair of 19th century Italian sconces with silver patina.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Circa 1920 Caldwell Sconces
Pair of Circa 1920 Caldwell Sconces

Pair of Circa 1920 Caldwell Sconces

Unavailable|$4,800 / set

Pair of Circa 1920 Caldwell Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

A Pair of ornate silver plated Caldwell sconces circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Giltwood Wall Light/ Sconce
Pair of Giltwood Wall Light/ Sconce

Pair of Giltwood Wall Light/ Sconce

Unavailable|$3,400 / set

Pair of Giltwood Wall Light/ Sconce

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of "Continental" giltwood and painted sconce with silvered mirrors. The pair have been hand

Category

19th Century Italian Gothic Revival Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Wood

Pair of Neoclassical Style Caldwell Sconces
Pair of Neoclassical Style Caldwell Sconces

Pair of Neoclassical Style Caldwell Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of neoclassical style, silver plated Caldwell sconces, circa 1920s. Ten available, priced per

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Silver Sconces

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

Pair of Caldwell Sconces, circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Caldwell silver plated sconces, featuring a ship design, circa 1920s. twelve available

Category

1920s North American Antique Silver Sconces

Edward F. Caldwell Silverplate Sconces with Lyre Form Backplates, circa 1900s
Edward F. Caldwell Silverplate Sconces with Lyre Form Backplates, circa 1900s

Edward F. Caldwell Silverplate Sconces with Lyre Form Backplates, circa 1900s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

AIS3019 A pair of two arm lyre-back sconces in a worn silver plate finish. Square-section arms

Category

Early 1900s American Georgian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Silvered Bronze Wall Lights
Early 20th Century Silvered Bronze Wall Lights

Early 20th Century Silvered Bronze Wall Lights

Located in Richmond, London

A pair of rare and smart silvered bronze wall lights or sconces depicting a Pan playing a flute

Category

Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Revival Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Gas Electric Sconce Pair with American Art Glass Shades "Steuben Pulled Feather"
Gas Electric Sconce Pair with American Art Glass Shades "Steuben Pulled Feather"

Gas Electric Sconce Pair with American Art Glass Shades "Steuben Pulled Feather"

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Sold as pair & includes American art glass shades. AA# 47174 Silver over bronze, Sheffield

Category

1910s American American Classical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate

Two Arm Silverplate Sconces with Foliate Details, Circa 1920s
Two Arm Silverplate Sconces with Foliate Details, Circa 1920s

Two Arm Silverplate Sconces with Foliate Details, Circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

AIS2868 A pair of two arm sconces with bands of foliate details on the backplates and bobeches. In

Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Gadrooned and Reeded Silverplated Bronze Sconces by Bradley & Hubbard, c. 1910s
Gadrooned and Reeded Silverplated Bronze Sconces by Bradley & Hubbard, c. 1910s

Gadrooned and Reeded Silverplated Bronze Sconces by Bradley & Hubbard, c. 1910s

By Bradley & Hubbard

Located in New York, NY

AIS1684 A pair of two arm sconces in their original worn silverplate over bronze finish. The

Category

Early 20th Century American Baroque Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

Pair of Dutch Baroque Style Two-Arm Sconces
Pair of Dutch Baroque Style Two-Arm Sconces

Pair of Dutch Baroque Style Two-Arm Sconces

Located in New York, NY

This pair of Dutch silvered brass wall sconces each has a shaped back plate, with scrolling foliate

Category

19th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Silver Sconces

French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910
French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910

French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910

Located in New York, NY

AIS1838 A pair of large double light sconces in a silverplate over bronze finish. The shield-form

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Albert Cheuret Rare and Important Pair of "Serpentaire" Sconces
Albert Cheuret Rare and Important Pair of "Serpentaire" Sconces

Albert Cheuret Rare and Important Pair of "Serpentaire" Sconces

By Albert Cheuret

Located in Mondorf les Bains, LU

Albert Cheuret (1884-1966) Rare and important pair of "Serpentaire" sconces in silvered bronze

Category

1920s Luxembourgish Art Deco Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Pair Silver Plated French Carriage Lanterns
Pair Silver Plated French Carriage Lanterns

Pair Silver Plated French Carriage Lanterns

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of silver plated French carriage lanterns, c 1830, newly wired

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

English Pair of Silver Antique Wall Lights
English Pair of Silver Antique Wall Lights

English Pair of Silver Antique Wall Lights

Located in Chester, GB

An English pair of silvered brass twin arm antique wall lights, the square gauge scrolling arms

Category

Late 19th Century English Adam Style Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Brass

Two Arm Silverplate over Cast Bronze Sconces with Cartouche Details, Circa 1920s
Two Arm Silverplate over Cast Bronze Sconces with Cartouche Details, Circa 1920s

Two Arm Silverplate over Cast Bronze Sconces with Cartouche Details, Circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

AIS2870 A pair of two arm silverplate over cast bronze sconces. The backplates are carved in low

Category

Early 20th Century American Georgian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Pair of Art Nouveau Hammered Silver Plated Bronze Wall Light
Pair of Art Nouveau Hammered Silver Plated Bronze Wall Light

Pair of Art Nouveau Hammered Silver Plated Bronze Wall Light

By Ramsden & Carr

Located in Fiumicino, Rome

Double branched hammered silver plated bronze sconces, The rectangular Art Nouveau moulded plaque

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

ON SALE  Sconces Carved Wood Siver Gilt Polychrome Pair Rewired
ON SALE  Sconces Carved Wood Siver Gilt Polychrome Pair Rewired

ON SALE Sconces Carved Wood Siver Gilt Polychrome Pair Rewired

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rewired 19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Carved Wood Sconces 11''h x 12.5''w x 5'' d

Category

19th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Silver Sconces

A Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Tole Four Light Sconces
A Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Tole Four Light Sconces

A Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Tole Four Light Sconces

Located in Woodbury, CT

A pair of Early 19th Century Italian four arm sconces with silver and gold gilt carved bodies with

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Tôle

Pair of Silvered Louis XV Style Wall Lights
Pair of Silvered Louis XV Style Wall Lights

Pair of Silvered Louis XV Style Wall Lights

Located in London, GB

A pair of silvered Louis XV style wall lights. The shaped backplate issuing five graduated arms of

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Queen Anne Cast Sterling Silver Candlesticks, 1712
Pair of Queen Anne Cast Sterling Silver Candlesticks, 1712

Pair of Queen Anne Cast Sterling Silver Candlesticks, 1712

By Simon Pantin

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of Queen Anne cast sterling silver candlesticks with plain banded sconces on knapped

Category

1710s English Queen Anne Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Silver Gilt Wall Sconces

Pair of Silver Gilt Wall Sconces

Unavailable|$4,900 / set

Pair of Silver Gilt Wall Sconces

Located in New Orleans, La

Pair of silver gilt wall sconces.

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco Silvered Bronze Sconces with Opaline Basins
Pair of Art Deco Silvered Bronze Sconces with Opaline Basins

Pair of Art Deco Silvered Bronze Sconces with Opaline Basins

By Jacques Adnet

Located in deauville, FR

Large pair of Art Deco sconces with semi spherical opaline. Superb quality. Height 50cm and opaline

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Sconces

19th Century Venetian Silvered Appliques
19th Century Venetian Silvered Appliques

19th Century Venetian Silvered Appliques

Located in Richmond, London

A super-chic pair of very decorative silvered wall appliqués or sconces, designed in the mid-18th

Category

Late 19th Century European Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Leaf

Rare Miniature Frame, Rome 17th Century
Rare Miniature Frame, Rome 17th Century

Rare Miniature Frame, Rome 17th Century

Located in Walkertshofen, BY

. Silver metal sconces chiselled with cherub heads between scrolls. Rome, 17th Two corner mounts in the

Category

17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

Florentine 8-Light Wooden Polychrome and Iron Chandelier
Florentine 8-Light Wooden Polychrome and Iron Chandelier

Florentine 8-Light Wooden Polychrome and Iron Chandelier

Located in Chester, GB

metal silver leaf scrolling arms with carved wooden bulbous bobeches and silver gilded crown sconces

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Giltwood

Fine Pair of Silver Sconces
Fine Pair of Silver Sconces

Fine Pair of Silver Sconces

Located in London, GB

A fine pair of silver sconces, the arms modelled with a Satyr mask mounted on mirrored back plates.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair cira 1920's Double Arm  Silver Sconces
Pair cira 1920's Double Arm  Silver Sconces

Pair cira 1920's Double Arm Silver Sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-936 A pair of double light silvered sconces with a shielded backplate having a long descending

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Dutch Three Arm Silver Sconces. Circa 1840
Pair of Dutch Three Arm Silver Sconces. Circa 1840

Pair of Dutch Three Arm Silver Sconces. Circa 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of Dutch three arm silver sconces with centered urn, lower bulbous base, and scrolled arms

Category

1840s Dutch Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Charming Pair of French Pressed Brass Silver Sconce in Sunflower Design
Charming Pair of French Pressed Brass Silver Sconce in Sunflower Design

Charming Pair of French Pressed Brass Silver Sconce in Sunflower Design

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Charming pair of French pressed metal silver sconces with sunflower design. Gorgeous! Rewired

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair silvered sconces
Pair silvered sconces

Pair silvered sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-415 Single lite sconces with embossed detailing. Matching chandelier available see 1

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Brass

Silver Sconces with Globes
Silver Sconces with Globes

Silver Sconces with Globes

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1920s English silver plated sconces with glass globes. Available in our 238 East

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Sconces

Pair Bronze Silver Sconces
Pair Bronze Silver Sconces

Pair Bronze Silver Sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-843 A pair of double arm brass and silveplated sconces,dressed with clear prisms.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Large French Bagues Silver Sconces
Large French Bagues Silver Sconces

Large French Bagues Silver Sconces

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of circa 1930’s French Bagues large, silvered metal sconces with three lights. Dealer

Category

Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Pair of 1920s silvered sconces
Pair of 1920s silvered sconces

Pair of 1920s silvered sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Caldwell 2 lgiht sconces with urn and swags motif. Original silver finish.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of  Small Silver Sconces
Pair of  Small Silver Sconces

Pair of Small Silver Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 1920s Italian silver plated sconces with single light. Available in our 238 East 60th

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Sconces
Set of 4 Silver Sconces

Set of 4 Silver Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A set of 4 American, 1930's silvered metal sconces with glass shades. 12" height, 5" wide

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

1910 Mercury Glass Silver Sconces Light
1910 Mercury Glass Silver Sconces Light

1910 Mercury Glass Silver Sconces Light

Located in Surrey, BC

, , very nice condition in wrappers. A slight conversion to sconces on articulating arm, rewired and

Category

Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair Circa 1920's  Silvered  Sconces
Pair Circa 1920's  Silvered  Sconces

Pair Circa 1920's Silvered Sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

#2-935 A pair of double light silvered ornate French sconces.Original worn silverplated finish

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mirrored Back Silver Sconces
Pair of Mirrored Back Silver Sconces

Pair of Mirrored Back Silver Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French neo classic style 2 light sconces with silver plated finish. The bobeches with

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Silver Sconces
Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Silver Sconces

Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Silver Sconces

Located in Essex, MA

Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Ram's Head Two Arm Nickel Plated Sconces

Category

18th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

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

Pair of Caldwell Silver Sconces, Circa 1920s

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of Caldwell sconces with a silver plated finish, circa 1920s. In very good vintage condition

Category

1920s Neoclassical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Neoclassical Silver Sconces, Circa 1920s
Pair of Neoclassical Silver Sconces, Circa 1920s

Pair of Neoclassical Silver Sconces, Circa 1920s

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of Neoclassical style silver plated sconces, circa 1920s. In very good vintage condition

Category

1920s Neoclassical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Set of 10 Silver Sconces with Mirror Backplate
Set of 10 Silver Sconces with Mirror Backplate

Set of 10 Silver Sconces with Mirror Backplate

Located in New York, NY

A set of 10, circa 1920's American silver plated sconces with cobalt blue mirror on the frame and

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Pair of E. F. Caldwell Regency Style Silvered Sconces
Pair of E. F. Caldwell Regency Style Silvered Sconces

Pair of E. F. Caldwell Regency Style Silvered Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A pair of silvered 2-light wall sconces attributed to E. F. Caldwell. Each sconce has two arms, and

Category

Early 1900s Baroque Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large Venetian 5-Light Crystal & Silvered Sconces
Pair of Large Venetian 5-Light Crystal & Silvered Sconces

Pair of Large Venetian 5-Light Crystal & Silvered Sconces

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of large crystal, cut-glass, & silvered tole Wall Sconces, Venetian in origin, and dating

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Crystal

Six Signed E. F. Caldwell Early Georgian Style Silver Sconces
Six Signed E. F. Caldwell Early Georgian Style Silver Sconces

Six Signed E. F. Caldwell Early Georgian Style Silver Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This beautiful set of six twin light sconces are in the early Georgian style. They are hand chased

Category

Early 20th Century American Georgian Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Gilt and Silver Sconces

Gilt and Silver Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1920s Caldwell double light sconces of neo classic style. 17.5 height, 11" wide, 6

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Sconces

Antique Cut Mirror Silver Sconces by E. F. Caldwell Candlestick , Pair
Antique Cut Mirror Silver Sconces by E. F. Caldwell Candlestick , Pair

Antique Cut Mirror Silver Sconces by E. F. Caldwell Candlestick , Pair

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

This gorgeous pair of silver plated sconces by E.F. Caldwell circa 1910-1920, have a cut mirror

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Pair of 19th Century Antique Silver Sconces with Cut Crystal Hurricane Shades
Pair of 19th Century Antique Silver Sconces with Cut Crystal Hurricane Shades

Pair of 19th Century Antique Silver Sconces with Cut Crystal Hurricane Shades

Located in New York, NY

A pair of vintage sconces having floral decorated silver arms with a leaf bocchette cupping the

Category

19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Silver Sconces

Materials

Cut Glass

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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs 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.