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Antique Norwegian Silver Spoon, Circa 1650
Antique Norwegian Silver Spoon, Circa 1650

Antique Norwegian Silver Spoon, Circa 1650

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional antique 17th century Norwegian silver spoon; an addition to our silver teaware

Category

1650s Norwegian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867
19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867

19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867

Located in Delft, NL

19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867 A Russian silver spoon with an engraved spoon tray

Category

19th Century Russian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Coruna silver spoon year unknown
Coruna silver spoon year unknown

Coruna silver spoon year unknown

Located in Jupiter, FL

silver spoon with the name Coruna, year unknown. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons
English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons

English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons

By B.F. Norris & Co. 1

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 9 various English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival sterling silver spoons with sphinx head

Category

Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Russian Set of 12 Cloisonné Enamel and Silver Spoons
Antique Russian Set of 12 Cloisonné Enamel and Silver Spoons

Antique Russian Set of 12 Cloisonné Enamel and Silver Spoons

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Russian Set of 12 Cloisonné Enamel and Silver Spoons. Details: Maker: Unidentified Year

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Set of Quality Antique Victorian Solid Silver Spoons and Sugar Tongs
Set of Quality Antique Victorian Solid Silver Spoons and Sugar Tongs

Set of Quality Antique Victorian Solid Silver Spoons and Sugar Tongs

Located in Suffolk, GB

Set of quality antique Victorian solid silver spoons and sugar tongs in their original leather box

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Dutch silver small silver spoons by van Kempen & Zonen, 19th century
Dutch silver small silver spoons by van Kempen & Zonen, 19th century

Dutch silver small silver spoons by van Kempen & Zonen, 19th century

By Van Kempen

Located in Delft, NL

Dutch silver small silver spoons by van Kempen & Zonen, 19th century A set of twelve silver mocha

Category

19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

18th Century Dutch Silver spoons by Adraen Pieter Dingemans, 1758
18th Century Dutch Silver spoons by Adraen Pieter Dingemans, 1758

18th Century Dutch Silver spoons by Adraen Pieter Dingemans, 1758

Located in Delft, NL

18th Century Dutch Silver spoons by Adraen Pieter Dingemans, 1758 6 silver spoons from the maker

Category

18th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Dutch serving berry preserve sifter silver spoon C.1916.
Dutch serving berry preserve sifter silver spoon C.1916.

Dutch serving berry preserve sifter silver spoon C.1916.

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Dutch pierced and repousse serving berry preserve sifter silver spoon C.1916. Superb silversmithing

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Rare Victorian sterling silver spoon warmer - Rupert Favell London 1875
Rare Victorian sterling silver spoon warmer - Rupert Favell London 1875

Rare Victorian sterling silver spoon warmer - Rupert Favell London 1875

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1875 by Rupert Favell, this rare, Antique, Victorian Sterling Silver Spoon

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exclusive Silver SPOONS, 4 pcs. Antique Silver Dinner Spoon With Box Flat Ware
Exclusive Silver SPOONS, 4 pcs. Antique Silver Dinner Spoon With Box Flat Ware

Exclusive Silver SPOONS, 4 pcs. Antique Silver Dinner Spoon With Box Flat Ware

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare Cased Set of 4 antique valuable silver Spoons. An Elegant English Patterned Vintage Silver

Category

Early 1900s English Hollywood Regency Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf

Danish Alabaster and Silver Spoon Vase by Christian F. Heise 1904-1932
Danish Alabaster and Silver Spoon Vase by Christian F. Heise 1904-1932

Danish Alabaster and Silver Spoon Vase by Christian F. Heise 1904-1932

By Christian F. Heise

Located in Delft, NL

Danish Alabaster and silver spoon vase by Christian F. Heise 1904-1932 Danish alabaster spoon

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Alabaster, Silver

Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Spoon
Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Spoon

Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Spoon

By Georg Jensen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sterling Signed Georg Jensen, Denmark. 5": tall spoon - in very good condition and ready for sugar

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Victorian Shell Shaped Silver Spoon Warmer
English Victorian Shell Shaped Silver Spoon Warmer

English Victorian Shell Shaped Silver Spoon Warmer

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian silver plate nautilus shaped spoon warmer with scalloped and fluted design shell

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons
Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons

Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival sterling silver serving fork and spoon with sphinx

Category

Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Twelve silver spoons and sugar shovel with cut relief handles
Twelve silver spoons and sugar shovel with cut relief handles

Twelve silver spoons and sugar shovel with cut relief handles

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Set of twelve coffee spoons and sugar shovel in cut-out silver with reliefs on the

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

I. Saltykov Russian Enamel & Silver Spoon from Late 19th Century
I. Saltykov Russian Enamel & Silver Spoon from Late 19th Century

I. Saltykov Russian Enamel & Silver Spoon from Late 19th Century

By Ivan Saltykov

Located in New York, NY

Ivan Saltykov Russian silver and enamel spoon from the late 19th century, beautifully adorned. It

Category

Late 19th Century Russian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Edward VII Coronation Commemorative Gilt Silver Spoon by J. Wilmot, 1902
Edward VII Coronation Commemorative Gilt Silver Spoon by J. Wilmot, 1902

Edward VII Coronation Commemorative Gilt Silver Spoon by J. Wilmot, 1902

Located in New York, NY

English Victorian Edward VII Coronation Commemorative Presentation Spoon Gilt Silver Silversmith: J

Category

Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Twelve silver spoons and shovel with fleur-de-lys handles and gilt shells
Twelve silver spoons and shovel with fleur-de-lys handles and gilt shells

Twelve silver spoons and shovel with fleur-de-lys handles and gilt shells

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Set of twelve coffee spoons and a sugar shovel in silver with raised handles in the

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Biedermeier Early 19th Century Nuremberg 13 Lot Silver Spoon Set of 6 in Case
Biedermeier Early 19th Century Nuremberg 13 Lot Silver Spoon Set of 6 in Case

Biedermeier Early 19th Century Nuremberg 13 Lot Silver Spoon Set of 6 in Case

Located in Nuernberg, DE

looks great for the Spoons). All spoons are Hallmarked silver 812.5 (silver 13 lot), the master mark

Category

Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons
Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons

Antique Silver Egg Coddler Stand Holder set of 4 Egg Holder with 4 Silver Spoons

Located in Wembley, GB

elegance. The set features four silver-plated egg holders with four matching spoons, all gracefully

Category

1880s British Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sheet Metal

Antique George II Irish Sterling Silver Hash Spoon (1747)
Antique George II Irish Sterling Silver Hash Spoon (1747)

Antique George II Irish Sterling Silver Hash Spoon (1747)

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique George II Irish sterling

Category

1740s Irish Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exclusive Silver Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Antique Spoons
Exclusive Silver Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Antique Spoons

Exclusive Silver Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Antique Spoons

Located in Wembley, GB

A scarce cased set of 6 antique valuable silver spoons. An elegant Vintage Silver Tea / Coffee

Category

1850s English Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Leaf, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon
Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon

Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon

By James Wilks

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

pattern hash spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection This exceptional antique George II

Category

18th Century English George II Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

John Lias Georgian English Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Spoon
John Lias Georgian English Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Spoon

John Lias Georgian English Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Spoon

By John Lias

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Old English pattern gravy spoon; an

Category

1810s English George III Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1900s, Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Spoons
1900s, Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Spoons

1900s, Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Spoons

By Charles Wilkes

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

spoons; an addition to our silver teaware collection These exceptional antique Edwardian English

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Liberty & Co. Ltd English Sterling Silver Coronation Spoon
Liberty & Co. Ltd English Sterling Silver Coronation Spoon

Liberty & Co. Ltd English Sterling Silver Coronation Spoon

By Liberty & Co.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

coronation spoon in an Archibald Knox Cymric design by Liberty & Co Ltd; an addition to our diverse silver

Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Hanoverian Pattern Table Spoon
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Hanoverian Pattern Table Spoon

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Hanoverian Pattern Table Spoon

By Robert Makepeace I

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

spoon; an addition to our 18th century silver flatware collection This exceptional antique Georgian

Category

1720s English Georgian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Irish Sterling Silver Gravy Spoons
Antique Georgian Irish Sterling Silver Gravy Spoons

Antique Georgian Irish Sterling Silver Gravy Spoons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian Irish sterling silver gravy spoons; an

Category

1780s Northern Irish George II Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Rare Victorian sterling silver Nautilus shell spoon warmer by Elkington in 1894
Rare Victorian sterling silver Nautilus shell spoon warmer by Elkington in 1894

Rare Victorian sterling silver Nautilus shell spoon warmer by Elkington in 1894

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, London

Sterling Silver Spoon Warmer, is modelled as a Nautilus shell on a rocky base. The spoon warmer measures

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dutch Silver Serving Spoon by Gerrit Herfst, 1874
Dutch Silver Serving Spoon by Gerrit Herfst, 1874

Dutch Silver Serving Spoon by Gerrit Herfst, 1874

Located in Delft, NL

A Dutch silver serving spoon by Gerrit Herfst, 1874 A silver spoon made by the Silver smith

Category

19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Dutch Silver "Haags Lof" Bouillon spoons, Voorschoten 1906-1953
Dutch Silver "Haags Lof" Bouillon spoons, Voorschoten 1906-1953

Dutch Silver "Haags Lof" Bouillon spoons, Voorschoten 1906-1953

Located in Delft, NL

Dutch silver "Haags Lof" Bouillon spoons, Voorschoten 1906-1953 Dutch silver spoons with round

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoons
Antique Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoons

Antique Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

pattern spoons; an addition to our silver cutlery collection. These exceptional antique 17th century

Category

1680s British James II Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 12 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Model Olga
Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 12 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Model Olga

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 12 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Model Olga

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare Cased Set of 12 antique valuable silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Tea

Category

1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique James II Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoon
Antique James II Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoon

Antique James II Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoon

By Lawrence Jones

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique James II sterling silver Trefid Rat Tail pattern spoon

Category

1680s British James II Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Melleruds
Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Melleruds

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Melleruds

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare Cased Set of 6 antique valuable silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Tea

Category

1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

1744, Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon by James Wilks
1744, Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon by James Wilks

1744, Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon by James Wilks

By James Wilks

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

hash spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique George II

Category

1740s English George II Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Salt Spoons
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Salt Spoons

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Salt Spoons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

spoons; an addition to our silver flatware collections. These exceptional antique Victorian English

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 7 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box TEASPOONS & TONGS.
Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 7 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box TEASPOONS & TONGS.

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 7 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box TEASPOONS & TONGS.

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare case set of 7 antique valuable sterling silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver

Category

1910s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883
Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883

Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883

Located in Delft, NL

Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883 Silver serving spoon from the Netherlands, dated

Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Antique Newcastle Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Table / Serving Spoons
Antique Newcastle Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Table / Serving Spoons

Antique Newcastle Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Table / Serving Spoons

By John Robertson I & David Darling

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

English pattern table/serving spoons; an addition to our silver flatware collection These exceptional

Category

1790s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Queen's Pattern Gravy Spoons
Antique Sterling Silver Queen's Pattern Gravy Spoons

Antique Sterling Silver Queen's Pattern Gravy Spoons

By William Bateman II

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

pattern gravy spoons; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional pair of antique

Category

1830s English Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

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Antique Silver Spoon For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique silver spoon for your home. An antique silver spoon — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique silver spoon — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver spoon made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. A well-made antique silver spoon has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Emile Puiforcat and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Silver Spoon?

An antique silver spoon can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $752, while the lowest priced sells for $35 and the highest can go for as much as $27,494.

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 Spoon
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In English-speaking countries, a silver spoon is typically a symbol of wealth. The common phrase, “born with a silver spoon in their mouth” refers to someone born into wealth.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A silver spoon made by Paul Revere Jr. sold in auction in Dallas, Texas in 2001 for a record-setting price of $32,500 —the highest amount paid for an American silver spoon at this time. Shop a range of antique and vintage silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a spoon is antique, check the hallmark on the reverse of the handle. This information will tell you a lot about who made the spoon and its silver content, which can lead you to the manufacturer and the age of the piece. Shop a large collection of vintage and antique spoons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In order to tell whether silverware is real silver, buff the utensil with a non-abrasive soft white cloth and if the silver is real it will leave a slight black mark from tarnish.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    How much a solid silver spoon is worth will depend upon what silver is worth per ounce at any given moment — likely between $22 and $25 per ounce — as well as other factors. With respect to sterling silver, what a sterling spoon is worth will depend on condition as well as rarity, age, design quality and more. Sterling silver spoons are sold for anywhere from $5 to $2,500. It’s a broad range! Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling spoons on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated spoons may be worth something. Generally, any value from silver-plated flatware comes from its maker, pattern and style rather than from its materials. The reason for this is that silver plate is predominantly base metal and features just a thin layer of genuine silver, which may not be suitable salvage. To learn how much your pieces may be worth, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of spoons and other flatware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much a silver serving spoon is worth would depend on if it is made of pure sterling silver or is silver plated. A great way to differentiate between the two is to look for a mark that identifies objects that are made of sterling silver. Sterling silverware made in the United States after roughly the 1850s will carry a marking: either “Sterling” or “925.” Silver-plated spoons can be worth up to $15 and a sterling silver spoon is worth more. Find a collection of antique and vintage silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 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.