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Silver rice and serving spoon with reliefs and a medallion on the handle
Silver rice and serving spoon with reliefs and a medallion on the handle

Silver rice and serving spoon with reliefs and a medallion on the handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Rice and serving spoon in silver with reliefs and medallion on the handle. Metal

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Victorian Silver Plate Berry Serving Spoons, Leather Case, U.K., 1878
Victorian Silver Plate Berry Serving Spoons, Leather Case, U.K., 1878

Victorian Silver Plate Berry Serving Spoons, Leather Case, U.K., 1878

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique - Victorian silver plate berry serving spoons - gold wash to each finely detailed and

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, cup and spoon
Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, cup and spoon

Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, cup and spoon

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver gravy boat with floral motifs engraved on the plate, bowl and spoon. . Metal

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

London 1838 Sterling Silver Sauce Ladle or Fiddle Back Spoon by Charles Boyton
London 1838 Sterling Silver Sauce Ladle or Fiddle Back Spoon by Charles Boyton

London 1838 Sterling Silver Sauce Ladle or Fiddle Back Spoon by Charles Boyton

By Charles Boyton

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good, heavy, fiddle-back, sterling silver sauce ladle or spoon, made by Charles Boyton of

Category

19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

WMF. A set of six Art Nouveau silver plated desert spoons in unused condition.
WMF. A set of six Art Nouveau silver plated desert spoons in unused condition.

WMF. A set of six Art Nouveau silver plated desert spoons in unused condition.

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in London, GB

WMF. A set of six Art Nouveau silver-plated desert spoons in almost unused condition.

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

S. Kirk & Son Long Handled Sterling Silver Repousse Rose Berry Fruit Spoon, 1930
S. Kirk & Son Long Handled Sterling Silver Repousse Rose Berry Fruit Spoon, 1930

S. Kirk & Son Long Handled Sterling Silver Repousse Rose Berry Fruit Spoon, 1930

By S. Kirk & Sons

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From S. Kirk & Son, Baltimore, Maryland, a ‘Repousse Rose’ long handled sterling silver berry spoon

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Guilloché silver sugar bowl w/ flower-shaped knob, spoon & 4 cut-out feet
Guilloché silver sugar bowl w/ flower-shaped knob, spoon & 4 cut-out feet

Guilloché silver sugar bowl w/ flower-shaped knob, spoon & 4 cut-out feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Guilloche silver sugar bowl with flower-shaped knob on the lid, spoon and four cut-out

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Set of 6 Napkin Rings Vintage Silver-Plated in Cutlery Design Fork, Knife Spoon
Set of 6 Napkin Rings Vintage Silver-Plated in Cutlery Design Fork, Knife Spoon

Set of 6 Napkin Rings Vintage Silver-Plated in Cutlery Design Fork, Knife Spoon

Located in Wembley, GB

Dimensions: 5 x 6 cm vintage silver-plated napkin rings, cutlery motif napkin holders, fork knife spoon

Category

1920s British Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Walker Hall Dr C Dresser style. An Aesthetic Movement silver plated spoon warmer
Walker Hall Dr C Dresser style. An Aesthetic Movement silver plated spoon warmer

Walker Hall Dr C Dresser style. An Aesthetic Movement silver plated spoon warmer

By Christopher Dresser

Located in London, GB

Walker Hall Sheffield after a design by Dr C Dresser. An Aesthetic Movement silver-plated ostrich

Category

1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Circa 1833-50 Pair of American Coin Silver Soup Spoons by William Kendrick
Circa 1833-50 Pair of American Coin Silver Soup Spoons by William Kendrick

Circa 1833-50 Pair of American Coin Silver Soup Spoons by William Kendrick

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1833-50 pair of coin silver soup spoons by William Kendrick, Louisville, KY. Railey family

Category

Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

A Rare George I Sterling Silver 'Rat-Tail' Marrow Scoop / Spoon, London 1721
A Rare George I Sterling Silver 'Rat-Tail' Marrow Scoop / Spoon, London 1721

A Rare George I Sterling Silver 'Rat-Tail' Marrow Scoop / Spoon, London 1721

By William Spackman

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A rare George I sterling silver marrow scoop, showing an elongated bowl at either end of the

Category

Early 18th Century English George I Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Plated Brass and Ruby Glass Honey Bee Pot with Spoon
Silver Plated Brass and Ruby Glass Honey Bee Pot with Spoon

Silver Plated Brass and Ruby Glass Honey Bee Pot with Spoon

By Israel Freeman & Son Ltd. 1

Located in Highland, IN

a body of silver plated brass and rich ruby red glass. The wings flip up to allow access to the

Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Brass

Rococo Style Repousse Silver Plate Tea Caddy Spoon, U.K., Mid-19th Century
Rococo Style Repousse Silver Plate Tea Caddy Spoon, U.K., Mid-19th Century

Rococo Style Repousse Silver Plate Tea Caddy Spoon, U.K., Mid-19th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique Rococo style silver plate tea caddy spoon - featuring repousse shell shaped decoration with

Category

Mid-19th Century English Rococo Revival Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

A 200 Plus Set of 19 Century Imperial Russian Silver Flatware by Andrei Bragin
A 200 Plus Set of 19 Century Imperial Russian Silver Flatware by Andrei Bragin

A 200 Plus Set of 19 Century Imperial Russian Silver Flatware by Andrei Bragin

By Andrei Bragin

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

. The set has 217 pieces in total consisting of 36 dinner silver forks, 36 silver soup spoons, 36 dinner

Category

Mid-19th Century Russian Other Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Vermeil

pair of George III berry spoons peter & Anne Bateman
pair of George III berry spoons peter & Anne Bateman

pair of George III berry spoons peter & Anne Bateman

By Peter and Ann Bateman

Located in York, GB

surface and to hallmarks Silver berry spoons, characterized by embossed bowls featuring fruit or floral

Category

1790s Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Set of 6 Salts & Spoons, London, c.1876
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Set of 6 Salts & Spoons, London, c.1876

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Set of 6 Salts & Spoons, London, c.1876

By Daniel & Charles Houle, Hancock & Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

19th century Victorian set of six silver table salts and spoons, each of circular form, on three

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

English Sheffield Silver & Oak Handled Salad Fork & Spoon Serving Pair, c. 1886
English Sheffield Silver & Oak Handled Salad Fork & Spoon Serving Pair, c. 1886

English Sheffield Silver & Oak Handled Salad Fork & Spoon Serving Pair, c. 1886

By Hammond, Creake & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pair of silver plated servers with English Oak handles, Sheffield, England, circa 1890. Showing

Category

1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

George III Old English Pattern Serving Spoon

George III Old English Pattern Serving Spoon

Located in London, GB

A George III Old English pattern serving spoon George Smith III & William Fearn, London (1765

Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Set of Four Spoons with Figures from Shakespeare
Set of Four Spoons with Figures from Shakespeare

Set of Four Spoons with Figures from Shakespeare

By Atkin Brothers

Located in London, GB

An interesting and decorative cased set of antique fruit spoons, each with a different figural

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Davis & Sons Silverplate Stuffing Serving Spoon 13"
Antique Davis & Sons Silverplate Stuffing Serving Spoon 13"

Antique Davis & Sons Silverplate Stuffing Serving Spoon 13"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Davis & Sons silver plated stuffing / serving spoon. D & S Co Davis & Sons of

Category

Early 20th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Period Louis XVI Sterling Table Spoon, Paris, 1789
Period Louis XVI Sterling Table Spoon, Paris, 1789

Period Louis XVI Sterling Table Spoon, Paris, 1789

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Period Louis XVI sterling table spoon, Paris, 1789 A tour de force of the Louis XVI style with

Category

18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stunning Jewellers Table and Chair, France, 19th Century
Stunning Jewellers Table and Chair, France, 19th Century

Stunning Jewellers Table and Chair, France, 19th Century

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

. Wonderful unique ergomonic cut out and primitive design. A small pivoting / hidden silver spoon / receptacle

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Metal

Antique Coconut Wood Rice Spoons
Antique Coconut Wood Rice Spoons

Antique Coconut Wood Rice Spoons

Located in New York, NY

We have a collection of beautiful, antique coconut wood spoons set on a stand. All unique, all

Category

Early 1900s Primitive Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Wood, Coconut, Reclaimed Wood

Twelve gold-plated guilloche coffee spoons with monogrammed handles
Twelve gold-plated guilloche coffee spoons with monogrammed handles

Twelve gold-plated guilloche coffee spoons with monogrammed handles

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Set of twelve coffee spoons in guilloche gilt silver and monogram cards. Metal: Silver

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Set of 12 Woods & Hughes Celestial Pattern Sterling Ice Cream Spoons
Set of 12 Woods & Hughes Celestial Pattern Sterling Ice Cream Spoons

Set of 12 Woods & Hughes Celestial Pattern Sterling Ice Cream Spoons

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1870s Sterling, by Woods and Hughes. Spectacular examples of American silver in the Chinese

Category

1870s Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Royal Norfolk Lidded Sugar Bowls with Spoons
Antique Royal Norfolk Lidded Sugar Bowls with Spoons

Antique Royal Norfolk Lidded Sugar Bowls with Spoons

Located in Bradenton, FL

A matching pair of English fine china lidded sugar bowls with spoons made by Royal Norfolk of

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Christofle Coffee Spoons, Set of 8
19th Century Christofle Coffee Spoons, Set of 8

19th Century Christofle Coffee Spoons, Set of 8

By Christofle

Located in Ross, CA

Antique coffee spoons made by Christofle in the second half of the 19th century. The pattern is

Category

1880s French French Provincial Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Bigelow, Kennard and Co. Arts and Crafts Sterling Spoons
Bigelow, Kennard and Co. Arts and Crafts Sterling Spoons

Bigelow, Kennard and Co. Arts and Crafts Sterling Spoons

By Bigelow Kennard & Co.

Located in Riverdale, NY

Lovely and unusual set of Arts and Crafts Spoons in sterling with vermeil bowls, hand-hammered from

Category

Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Roycroft Arts & Crafts Silverplate Caddy Spoon
Early 20th Century Roycroft Arts & Crafts Silverplate Caddy Spoon

Early 20th Century Roycroft Arts & Crafts Silverplate Caddy Spoon

By Roycroft

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period Sheffield silver plate caddy spoon or pap boat By Roycroft (signed

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Minton Majolica Volute Shell Spoon Warmer
Minton Majolica Volute Shell Spoon Warmer

Minton Majolica Volute Shell Spoon Warmer

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Minton Majolica spoon warmer which features a volute shell resting on coral. Colouration: yellow

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Majolica

19Thc Pewter Serving Spoons -10 Pcs. Set
19Thc Pewter Serving Spoons -10 Pcs. Set

19Thc Pewter Serving Spoons -10 Pcs. Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This complete set of ten pewter large spoons.The condition is very good.Very rare to find a

Category

1860s American Adirondack Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Pewter

George III Butter Spoon Made in Edinbugh by George Dalgleish, 1816
George III Butter Spoon Made in Edinbugh by George Dalgleish, 1816

George III Butter Spoon Made in Edinbugh by George Dalgleish, 1816

Located in London, GB

A Rare George III Butter Spoon Made in Edinbugh in 1816 by George Dalgleish. The Butter Spoon is

Category

19th Century Scottish George III Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen, Viking, rare salt spoon with amber-colored horn part.
Georg Jensen, Viking, rare salt spoon with amber-colored horn part.

Georg Jensen, Viking, rare salt spoon with amber-colored horn part.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Georg Jensen, Viking, rare salt spoon with amber-colored horn part. A handle made of sterling

Category

1910s Danish Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair Christofle France Delafosse Silverplate Fork & Spoon Salad Servers
Pair Christofle France Delafosse Silverplate Fork & Spoon Salad Servers

Pair Christofle France Delafosse Silverplate Fork & Spoon Salad Servers

By Christofle

Located in Philadelphia, PA

at the base of the spoon's bowl, some surface scratches throughout, and other signs of expected light

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Minton Majolica Chestnut Server with Spoon
Minton Majolica Chestnut Server with Spoon

Minton Majolica Chestnut Server with Spoon

By Minton

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

still has it's original brass warmer and spoon. Colouration: green, brown, turquoise, are predominant

Category

1870s Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Majolica

Powdered sugar spoon, Bracia Buch, Poland, late 19th century.
Powdered sugar spoon, Bracia Buch, Poland, late 19th century.

Powdered sugar spoon, Bracia Buch, Poland, late 19th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Powdered sugar spoon made of plated metal Dipper with a leaf-shaped strainer, handle in the form

Category

Late 19th Century Polish Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare Coburg Pattern Sifter Spoon Made in London by George Adams, 1853
Rare Coburg Pattern Sifter Spoon Made in London by George Adams, 1853

Rare Coburg Pattern Sifter Spoon Made in London by George Adams, 1853

By George Adams

Located in London, GB

A Rare Coburg Pattern Sifter Spoon Made in London in 1853 by George Adams The Sifter is modelled

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Rice spoon and serving with reliefs and grooves on the handle
Rice spoon and serving with reliefs and grooves on the handle

Rice spoon and serving with reliefs and grooves on the handle

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Rice and serving spoon with reliefs and grooves on the handle. Metal: Silver. Origin

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau French Silverplate Wine Tester Christofle's 'Paiva Strawberry Spoon'
Art Nouveau French Silverplate Wine Tester Christofle's 'Paiva Strawberry Spoon'

Art Nouveau French Silverplate Wine Tester Christofle's 'Paiva Strawberry Spoon'

By Christofle

Located in North Miami, FL

Art Nouveau french silverplate sommelier wine tester Christofle's 'Paiva Strawberry Spoon' By

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver, Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Copper, Metal

Anchor Rogers Estate Silverplate Cream Soup Spoons, set of 12
Anchor Rogers Estate Silverplate Cream Soup Spoons, set of 12

Anchor Rogers Estate Silverplate Cream Soup Spoons, set of 12

By 1847 Rogers Bros.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Anchor Rogers Silver Company, a set of twelve silver-plated cream soup or bouillon spoons

Category

Early 1900s American International Style Antique Silver Spoon

Materials

Silver Plate

Twelve gilded dessert spoons and sugar tong with reliefs and monogram, cased
Twelve gilded dessert spoons and sugar tong with reliefs and monogram, cased

Twelve gilded dessert spoons and sugar tong with reliefs and monogram, cased

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Set of twelve dessert spoons and a sugar tong in gilded silver with reliefs involving

Category

19th Century European 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 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 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.