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Antique Gustav Klingert Imperial Russian Gilt Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Spoon
Antique Gustav Klingert Imperial Russian Gilt Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Spoon

Antique Gustav Klingert Imperial Russian Gilt Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Spoon

By Gustav Klingert

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Russian gilt silver & cloisonné enamel spoon. By Gustav Klingert of Moscow Russia. With a

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Georg Adam Scheid Gilt Austrian Silver & Champlevé Enamel Bermuda Souvenir Spoon
Georg Adam Scheid Gilt Austrian Silver & Champlevé Enamel Bermuda Souvenir Spoon

Georg Adam Scheid Gilt Austrian Silver & Champlevé Enamel Bermuda Souvenir Spoon

By Georg Adam Scheid

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Bermuda souvenir spoon. In solid silver with a gilt bowl and terminal, a twist

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Tea or Kvosh Spoon
Antique Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Tea or Kvosh Spoon

Antique Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Tea or Kvosh Spoon

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine antique Russian tea or kvosh spoon. With polychrome cloisonné enamel decoration to

Category

Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Set Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Spoons Feodosii Pekin Moscow
Antique Set Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Spoons Feodosii Pekin Moscow

Antique Set Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Spoons Feodosii Pekin Moscow

By Feodosii Ivanovich Pekin

Located in Portland, OR

A very good set of five antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt & cloisonne spoons, Moscow, circa 1899

Category

1890s Russian Late Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Gorham Angelo Sterling Silver Gold Wash Bowl Serving Spoon w/Monogram #22991
Gorham Angelo Sterling Silver Gold Wash Bowl Serving Spoon w/Monogram #22991

Gorham Angelo Sterling Silver Gold Wash Bowl Serving Spoon w/Monogram #22991

By Gorham

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique Gorham Angelo Sterling Silver Gold Wash Bowl Serving Spoon w/Monogram Monogram appears to

Category

19th Century Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

2 Antique Viennese Enamel Silver & Rock Crystal Spoons by Hermann Ratzersdorfer
2 Antique Viennese Enamel Silver & Rock Crystal Spoons by Hermann Ratzersdorfer

2 Antique Viennese Enamel Silver & Rock Crystal Spoons by Hermann Ratzersdorfer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A rare pair of Renaissance Revival Vienna silver, enamel and rock crystal spoons. Marked for

Category

19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

SET OF SIX SPOONS AND LADLE IN PORTUGUESE SILVER  19th Century
SET OF SIX SPOONS AND LADLE IN PORTUGUESE SILVER  19th Century

SET OF SIX SPOONS AND LADLE IN PORTUGUESE SILVER 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

SET OF SIX SPOONS AND LADLE IN PORTUGUESE SILVER 19th Century with relief and openwork decoration

Category

19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Pair of Fiddle & Thread Salad Servers, London, 1843 by Richard Britton
Pair of Fiddle & Thread Salad Servers, London, 1843 by Richard Britton

Pair of Fiddle & Thread Salad Servers, London, 1843 by Richard Britton

Located in London, GB

excellent thick gauge of silver. The spoon has an unusual egg shaped bowl and the fork six times. The top of

Category

1840s Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Trophy Old Sheffield Scallop Shell Shaped Serving Dish by Henry Wilkinson & Co
A Trophy Old Sheffield Scallop Shell Shaped Serving Dish by Henry Wilkinson & Co

A Trophy Old Sheffield Scallop Shell Shaped Serving Dish by Henry Wilkinson & Co

By Henry Wilkinson & Co.

Located in valatie, NY

manufacturing silver and plated wares, cutlery, forks, and spoons. Further silver marks were registered in

Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sheffield Plate

French Art Deco Flatware
French Art Deco Flatware

French Art Deco Flatware

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 8 various French Art Deco sterling silver service utensils. Pair of spoons, cutting knife

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

19th Century Danish Gray Painted Oak Cabinet on Legs with Interior Drawers
19th Century Danish Gray Painted Oak Cabinet on Legs with Interior Drawers

19th Century Danish Gray Painted Oak Cabinet on Legs with Interior Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

, originally used to display family sterling silver spoons. The cabinet has been finished in a newer

Category

Mid-19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Oak, Paint

Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Tall Pine Cabinet
Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Tall Pine Cabinet

Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Tall Pine Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

shelves and a curved, notched upper half shelf originally designed for displaying family silver spoons

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pine, Paint

Quality Antique Doulton Lambeth Salad Bowl
Quality Antique Doulton Lambeth Salad Bowl

Quality Antique Doulton Lambeth Salad Bowl

Located in Ipswich, GB

bowl with silver rim and original pair of matching silver plated serving spoons.

Category

Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bowfront Painted Corner Cabinet
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bowfront Painted Corner Cabinet

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bowfront Painted Corner Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

shelf originally used to display family sterling silver spoons. The lower cabinet opens to reveal an

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Metal

18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black
18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black

18th Century Danish Oak Secretary Bureau, Painted Black

Located in Round Top, TX

silver spoons. A curved bonnet with decorative central detail crowns the top. Back panels and some drawer

Category

18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Oak

19th-Century Swedish Original Painted Pine Cabinet Secretary Dated 1840
19th-Century Swedish Original Painted Pine Cabinet Secretary Dated 1840

19th-Century Swedish Original Painted Pine Cabinet Secretary Dated 1840

Located in Round Top, TX

silver spoons. The lower cabinet interior is painted in the same tone. Keys are included with the

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Original Painted Secretary Bureau, Dated 1850
19th Century Swedish Original Painted Secretary Bureau, Dated 1850

19th Century Swedish Original Painted Secretary Bureau, Dated 1850

Located in Round Top, TX

upper half shelf originally intended for displaying family silver spoons. The writing surface opens on

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pine, Paint

Large 19th Century Swedish Gray Gustavian Pine Corner Cabinet
Large 19th Century Swedish Gray Gustavian Pine Corner Cabinet

Large 19th Century Swedish Gray Gustavian Pine Corner Cabinet

Located in Round Top, TX

shelf and one upper half shelf with notches originally intended for display of family silver spoons. Two

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pine, Paint

Early 19th Century Danish Blue Painted Pine Secretary Bureau
Early 19th Century Danish Blue Painted Pine Secretary Bureau

Early 19th Century Danish Blue Painted Pine Secretary Bureau

Located in Round Top, TX

shelf is curved and notched, originally intended for displaying family silver spoons. Three small pull

Category

Early 19th Century Danish Baroque Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pine

Silver mustard pot in the form of an owl
Silver mustard pot in the form of an owl

Silver mustard pot in the form of an owl

By George Fox

Located in Folkestone, GB

. With original coloured glass eyes, silver liner and mustard spoon with handle in the form of a mouse

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Silver Incense Boat 'naviculae', Possibly Portugal, 18th Century
Silver Incense Boat 'naviculae', Possibly Portugal, 18th Century

Silver Incense Boat 'naviculae', Possibly Portugal, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

head in relief a silver naveta with a spoon by Leandro Gagliardi made in Rome between 1744 and 1750

Category

18th Century European Rococo Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Other

Edwardian Etched Uranium Glass Vase with Silver Rim
Edwardian Etched Uranium Glass Vase with Silver Rim

Edwardian Etched Uranium Glass Vase with Silver Rim

Located in New York, NY

This is a beautiful piece of hand blown and etched glass with silver colored rim. Spoon mark on the

Category

Early 1900s Bohemian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Blown Glass, Cut Glass

French Nécessaire de Voyage
French Nécessaire de Voyage

French Nécessaire de Voyage

Located in New Orleans, LA

utensils. Beneath a tray of silver forks and spoons, one finds an array of items, from brushes and scissors

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Crystal, Silver

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Wedding Cabinet in Gray Painted Finish
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Wedding Cabinet in Gray Painted Finish

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pine Wedding Cabinet in Gray Painted Finish

Located in Round Top, TX

family silver serving spoons. Four additional small drawers are also present inside. The interior has

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pine, Paint

Chinese Blue Glass Snuff Bottle, c. 1920
Chinese Blue Glass Snuff Bottle, c. 1920

Chinese Blue Glass Snuff Bottle, c. 1920

Located in Chicago, IL

with a stopper of red porcelain bead and a silver snuff spoon. Minimal and striking, the glass bottle

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Glass

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark
18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

18th Century Painted Oak Secretary, Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

reveal two large shelves and a 3rd upper notched shelf that originally served to display silver serving

Category

Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Brass

Antique Gorham Medallion Coin Silver Berry Spoon
Antique Gorham Medallion Coin Silver Berry Spoon

Antique Gorham Medallion Coin Silver Berry Spoon

Located in New York, NY

Medallion coin silver berry spoon. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1865. Beaded and stippled oval

Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Antique Gorham Aesthetic Sterling Silver Olive Spoon with Pick
Antique Gorham Aesthetic Sterling Silver Olive Spoon with Pick

Antique Gorham Aesthetic Sterling Silver Olive Spoon with Pick

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Aesthetic sterling silver olive spoon. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1885. Cast stem with

Category

Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wood & Hughes New York Medallion Coin Silver Scoop Spoon
Wood & Hughes New York Medallion Coin Silver Scoop Spoon

Wood & Hughes New York Medallion Coin Silver Scoop Spoon

By Wood & Hughes

Located in New York, NY

Medallion coin silver scoop. Made by Wood & Hughes in New York, ca 1860. Cylindrical stem mounted

Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Two Pairs of Gorham Medallion Coin Silver Salt & Peppers with Spoons
Two Pairs of Gorham Medallion Coin Silver Salt & Peppers with Spoons

Two Pairs of Gorham Medallion Coin Silver Salt & Peppers with Spoons

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Two pairs of Medallion coin silver salt and peppers. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1860. Each

Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Set of 11 Tiffany Lap Over Edge Sterling Silver Ice Cream Spoons
Set of 11 Tiffany Lap Over Edge Sterling Silver Ice Cream Spoons

Set of 11 Tiffany Lap Over Edge Sterling Silver Ice Cream Spoons

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Lap Over Edge sterling silver ice cream spoons. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Each: Shaped

Category

Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wood & Hughes New York Medallion Diana Coin Silver Ice Cream Spoons
Wood & Hughes New York Medallion Diana Coin Silver Ice Cream Spoons

Wood & Hughes New York Medallion Diana Coin Silver Ice Cream Spoons

By Wood & Hughes

Located in New York, NY

Set of 7 Medallion coin silver ice cream spoons. Made by Wood & Hughes in New York, ca 1860: Each

Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Gorham Berry Spoon in Aesthetic Japonesque Chrysanthemum Pattern
Gorham Berry Spoon in Aesthetic Japonesque Chrysanthemum Pattern

Gorham Berry Spoon in Aesthetic Japonesque Chrysanthemum Pattern

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Chrysanthemum sterling silver berry spoon. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1885. Tapering stem. On

Category

Late 19th Century American Japonisme Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hester Bateman English Georgian Neoclassical Tea Caddy with Spoon, 1784
Hester Bateman English Georgian Neoclassical Tea Caddy with Spoon, 1784

Hester Bateman English Georgian Neoclassical Tea Caddy with Spoon, 1784

By Hester Bateman

Located in New York, NY

George III sterling silver tea caddy with spoon. Made by Hester Bateman in London in 1784. Oval

Category

1780s British Neoclassical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 6 American Colonial Revival Powhatan & Pocahontas Enamel Spoons
Set of 6 American Colonial Revival Powhatan & Pocahontas Enamel Spoons

Set of 6 American Colonial Revival Powhatan & Pocahontas Enamel Spoons

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 American Colonial Revival gilt and enameled sterling silver teaspoons, ca 1920. Stems have

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Pair of Shell and Twisted Root Japanese Spoons Early 19th C
Pair of Shell and Twisted Root Japanese Spoons Early 19th C

Pair of Shell and Twisted Root Japanese Spoons Early 19th C

Located in Larkspur, CA

Pair of shell and twisted root spoons from the early 19th C. Handcrafted in Japan in a style that

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Shell

Carl Juul, Old Danish Soup Spoon in Silver, circa 1900
Carl Juul, Old Danish Soup Spoon in Silver, circa 1900

Carl Juul, Old Danish Soup Spoon in Silver, circa 1900

Located in København, Copenhagen

Carl Juul (Aarhus, 1893-1903). Old Danish soup spoon in silver, circa 1900. In very good condition

Category

Early 1900s Danish Antique Silver Spoon

Late 19th Century Koch & Bergfeld Silver Salad Cutlery Set German
Late 19th Century Koch & Bergfeld Silver Salad Cutlery Set German

Late 19th Century Koch & Bergfeld Silver Salad Cutlery Set German

By Koch & Bergfeld

Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol

hallmarks for 800 silver and makers hallmark. The spoons are gilded. The set is decorated in a rich empire

Category

Late 19th Century German Empire Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Set of Six Silver Plate Mocca Coffee Spoon Antique, Sweden, 1900s
Art Nouveau Set of Six Silver Plate Mocca Coffee Spoon Antique, Sweden, 1900s

Art Nouveau Set of Six Silver Plate Mocca Coffee Spoon Antique, Sweden, 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful Art Nouveau set of six small coffee spoons for espresso size cups. These set is in a

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver spoon with gold plating from 1900
Silver spoon with gold plating from 1900

Silver spoon with gold plating from 1900

Located in Vienna, AT

12 silver spoons with gold plating and head transitioning to twisted handle from 1900 with box in

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Set of Imperial Russian Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Silver Spoons N.N. Zverev
Set of Imperial Russian Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Silver Spoons N.N. Zverev

Set of Imperial Russian Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Silver Spoons N.N. Zverev

By Zverev

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of imperial Russian cloisonné enamel and gilt silver spoons by Nicholay Nicholaeivitch Zverev

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

George IV Irish Sterling Silver Spoon
George IV Irish Sterling Silver Spoon

George IV Irish Sterling Silver Spoon

By Samuel Neville

Located in Paradise Point, Queensland

George IV, Irish sterling silver Kings pattern serving spoon, Dublin, 1827, Makers mark SN

Category

1820s Northern Irish George IV Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Set of Four English Victorian Silver Spoon Warmers
Set of Four English Victorian Silver Spoon Warmers

Set of Four English Victorian Silver Spoon Warmers

Located in Nashville, TN

Late 19th century English Victorian spoon warmers in shell form on naturalistic base. Set of four.

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique George I Britannia Silver Spoon Tray London 1714 Thos Farren
Antique George I Britannia Silver Spoon Tray London 1714 Thos Farren

Antique George I Britannia Silver Spoon Tray London 1714 Thos Farren

By Thomas Farren

Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London

A fine and rare early 18th century spoon tray oval in shape and designed with a fluted gallery wall

Category

1710s British George I Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Early 18th Century Antique George I Sterling Silver Spoon Tray Lond 1720 R Watts
Early 18th Century Antique George I Sterling Silver Spoon Tray Lond 1720 R Watts

Early 18th Century Antique George I Sterling Silver Spoon Tray Lond 1720 R Watts

By Richard Watts

Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London

A highly collectable and extremely stylish early 18th century oval shaped spoon tray elegantly

Category

1720s British George I Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Dominick and Haff Sterling Silver AESTHETIC Mixed Metals Platter Spoon 1880
Dominick and Haff Sterling Silver AESTHETIC Mixed Metals Platter Spoon 1880

Dominick and Haff Sterling Silver AESTHETIC Mixed Metals Platter Spoon 1880

By Dominick and Haff Silver

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a large sterling silver spoon made by Dominick & Haff of New York. Platter

Category

1880s American Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Turkish Spoon Holder, Signed Ottoman
Turkish Spoon Holder, Signed Ottoman

Turkish Spoon Holder, Signed Ottoman

Unavailable|$1,600 / set

Turkish Spoon Holder, Signed Ottoman

Located in New York, NY

19c signed Ottoman Turkish silver spoon holder with original insert

Category

19th Century Turkish Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

English George I Britannia Silver Dessert Spoons by Isaac Davenport, 1719
English George I Britannia Silver Dessert Spoons by Isaac Davenport, 1719

English George I Britannia Silver Dessert Spoons by Isaac Davenport, 1719

By Isaac Davenport

Located in Brooklyn, NY

English George I set of ten Britannia silver spoons, with the maker's mark of London silversmith

Category

Early 18th Century English George I Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver

Imperial Russian Cloisonné Enamel & Gilt Silver Caddy Spoon, Moscow 19th Century
Imperial Russian Cloisonné Enamel & Gilt Silver Caddy Spoon, Moscow 19th Century

Imperial Russian Cloisonné Enamel & Gilt Silver Caddy Spoon, Moscow 19th Century

Located in Brussels, BE

Imperial Russian cloisonné enamel and silver spoon. Finely hand decorated with multi-color enamel

Category

Late 19th Century Russian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Rare Russian Imperial era Silver Tea caddy Spoon, early 1800s
Rare Russian Imperial era Silver Tea caddy Spoon, early 1800s

Rare Russian Imperial era Silver Tea caddy Spoon, early 1800s

Located in St. Catharines, ON

and scepter for St. Petersburg, 84 for the Russian silver standard and Cyrillic initials A Ya. Early

Category

Early 1800s Russian Neoclassical 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
    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 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 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.