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Solid Silver Bull toothpick holder OLD year uknown
Solid Silver Bull toothpick holder OLD year uknown

Solid Silver Bull toothpick holder OLD year uknown

Located in Jupiter, FL

Not sure what year this bull is, assuming its a toothpick holder in solid silver, makes a great

Category

Early 18th Century Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Silver chicken coop toothpick holder with rooster on top
Silver chicken coop toothpick holder with rooster on top

Silver chicken coop toothpick holder with rooster on top

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver chicken toothpick holder with rooster on top and friezes around the edge on a

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder on claw-foot base
Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder on claw-foot base

Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder on claw-foot base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder with engraved structure and base, resting on

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder with palm-engraved base
Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder with palm-engraved base

Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder with palm-engraved base

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder, base engraved with palms and resting on four

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder on three raised feet
Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder on three raised feet

Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder on three raised feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver poppy-shaped toothpick holder, engraved base and resting on three raised feet

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Silver reaper toothpick holder on smooth pedestal with three feet
Silver reaper toothpick holder on smooth pedestal with three feet

Silver reaper toothpick holder on smooth pedestal with three feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver reaping toothpick holder standing on a smooth pedestal with three raised feet

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Silver pineapple-shaped toothpick holder on square base with four feet
Silver pineapple-shaped toothpick holder on square base with four feet

Silver pineapple-shaped toothpick holder on square base with four feet

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Silver pineapple-shaped toothpick holder resting on a square base with four feet

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

19thC. Silver Plated Victorian Figural Toothpick Holder By James Tufts, Boston
19thC. Silver Plated Victorian Figural Toothpick Holder By James Tufts, Boston

19thC. Silver Plated Victorian Figural Toothpick Holder By James Tufts, Boston

By James W. Tufts

Located in Incline Village, NV

silver plated toothpick holder. In addition to hygene, toothpicks would have been used as cocktail

Category

1880s American Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver Plate

Silvered Bronze Toothpick Holder of Dressed Monkey with Umbrella and Top-Hat
Silvered Bronze Toothpick Holder of Dressed Monkey with Umbrella and Top-Hat

Silvered Bronze Toothpick Holder of Dressed Monkey with Umbrella and Top-Hat

Located in North Miami, FL

Silvered bronze toothpick holder of dressed monkey with umbrella and top-hat By: unknown Material

Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Metal, Copper

Fish-shaped toothpick holder with reliefs and applications
Fish-shaped toothpick holder with reliefs and applications

Fish-shaped toothpick holder with reliefs and applications

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Fish-shaped toothpick holder with reliefs and applications. Metal: Silver. Origin

Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Toothpick holder with Turkish chef raising a glass

Toothpick holder with Turkish chef raising a glass

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Toothpick holder with Turkish Chief raising a chalice on a plinth with embossed

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Rare Holdcroft Majolica Frog Toothpick Holder
Rare Holdcroft Majolica Frog Toothpick Holder

Rare Holdcroft Majolica Frog Toothpick Holder

By Joseph Holdcroft

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Holdcroft Majolica toothpick holder which features a frog under some leaves which form the vase

Category

1880s Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Majolica

Toothpick holder in the shape of a mythical figure
Toothpick holder in the shape of a mythical figure

Toothpick holder in the shape of a mythical figure

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Toothpick holder in the shape of a mythical figure supporting a chalice and resting on

Category

Early 18th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Figurative Toothpick Holder Stand WMF Art Nouveau Antique Silverplated
Figurative Toothpick Holder Stand WMF Art Nouveau Antique Silverplated

Figurative Toothpick Holder Stand WMF Art Nouveau Antique Silverplated

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This cute antique Art Nouveau figurative toothpick holder by WMF is a delightful representation of

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver Plate, Pewter

Brass secessionist baskets and toothpick holder by Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann
Brass secessionist baskets and toothpick holder by Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann

Brass secessionist baskets and toothpick holder by Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann

By Hans Ofner, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Brass secessionist baskets and toothpick holder by Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann with glass inserts in

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Green Hedgehog Toothpick Holder by E.M. Sandoz for T. Haviland, France
Ceramic Green Hedgehog Toothpick Holder by E.M. Sandoz for T. Haviland, France

Ceramic Green Hedgehog Toothpick Holder by E.M. Sandoz for T. Haviland, France

By Theodore Haviland, Haviland & Co., Edouard-Marcel Sandoz

Located in North Miami, FL

1920s Art Déco ceramic green hedgehog toothpick holder by Édouard-Marcel Sandoz manufactured by

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Art Deco Salt and Pepper Cellars with Toothpick Holder around 1920s
Art Deco Salt and Pepper Cellars with Toothpick Holder around 1920s

Art Deco Salt and Pepper Cellars with Toothpick Holder around 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco salt and pepper cellars with toothpick holder around 1920s Brass polished and stove

Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Silver Overlay Blue & Green Glass Bar Set
Art Deco Silver Overlay Blue & Green Glass Bar Set

Art Deco Silver Overlay Blue & Green Glass Bar Set

Located in Bastrop, TX

glass olive jar with with a silver plated collar and spoon; (6) blue glass bowls; (6) silver tone

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver Plate

Georgian Silver and Engraved Mother-of-pearl Toothpick Case
Georgian Silver and Engraved Mother-of-pearl Toothpick Case

Georgian Silver and Engraved Mother-of-pearl Toothpick Case

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This lovely Georgian ladies toothpick case is an elongated oval in form known as a navette, and is

Category

Early 1800s English Regency Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit
Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit

Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit It features a rabbit with an umbrella and its offspring. Origin

Category

Early 1900s Portuguese Other Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Toothpick Holder with Cat Figurine
Antique Silver Toothpick Holder with Cat Figurine

Antique Silver Toothpick Holder with Cat Figurine

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique silver toothpick holder with a cat figurine. Circa the late 19th century. The conical

Category

Late 19th Century European Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Toothpick or Cocktail Stick Holder Brazil, C.1850
Antique Silver Toothpick or Cocktail Stick Holder Brazil, C.1850

Antique Silver Toothpick or Cocktail Stick Holder Brazil, C.1850

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Antique silver toothpick or cocktail stick holder, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850. The holder

Category

Mid-19th Century Brazilian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Toothpick Holder, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850
Antique Silver Toothpick Holder, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850

Antique Silver Toothpick Holder, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Antique silver toothpick or cocktail stick holder, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850. The holder

Category

19th Century Brazilian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Toothpick Holder, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850
Antique Silver Toothpick Holder, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850

Antique Silver Toothpick Holder, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Antique silver toothpick holder, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, circa 1850. The holder in the form of an

Category

19th Century Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

19th Century Silver Plate Bird & Egg Shell on Wishbone Engraved Toothpick Holder
19th Century Silver Plate Bird & Egg Shell on Wishbone Engraved Toothpick Holder

19th Century Silver Plate Bird & Egg Shell on Wishbone Engraved Toothpick Holder

By Barbour Silver Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A charming mid-late 19th century Victorian toothpick holder showing a small bird perched on a

Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Porcupine Toothpick Holder, Augsburg, 1810-1811
Silver Porcupine Toothpick Holder, Augsburg, 1810-1811

Silver Porcupine Toothpick Holder, Augsburg, 1810-1811

Located in Greding, DE

Toothpick holder in the shape of a porcupine with a candleholder on the back. Hallmarked Johann

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1810s German Neoclassical Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Portuguese Toothpick Holder in Silver with Native American Figure
Portuguese Toothpick Holder in Silver with Native American Figure

Portuguese Toothpick Holder in Silver with Native American Figure

Located in Paris, FR

Toothpick holder in silver featuring a Native American wearing a headdress, skirt, and quiver

Category

19th Century Portuguese Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Match Cup or Toothpick Holder
Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Match Cup or Toothpick Holder

Heintz Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver on Bronze Match Cup or Toothpick Holder

By Heintz Art Metal Shop

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period sterling silver on bronze match cup or toothpick holder

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

Elias Majolica Pig Toothpick Holder
Elias Majolica Pig Toothpick Holder

Elias Majolica Pig Toothpick Holder

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Elias Portuguese Palissy Majolica toothpick holder which features a pig, feeding from a trough

Category

1890s Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Majolica

Cunha Palissy Majolica Mouse and Corn Toothpick Holder
Cunha Palissy Majolica Mouse and Corn Toothpick Holder

Cunha Palissy Majolica Mouse and Corn Toothpick Holder

By José Alves Cunha 1

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Cunha Portuguese Palissy Majolica toothpick holder which features a mouse eating corn. Coloration

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1890s Portuguese Other Antique Silver Toothpick

Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Toothpick Holder or Cordial
Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Toothpick Holder or Cordial

Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Iridescent Art Glass Toothpick Holder or Cordial

By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Nouveau period Favrile iridescent art glass toothpick holder or

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Art Glass

George III Toothpick Case Made in Birmingham by Samuel Pemberton, 1796
George III Toothpick Case Made in Birmingham by Samuel Pemberton, 1796

George III Toothpick Case Made in Birmingham by Samuel Pemberton, 1796

By Samuel Pemberton

Located in London, GB

A very fine George III Toothpick Case made in Birmingham in 1796 by Samuel Pemberton The Toothpick

Category

18th Century English George III Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Joseph Holdcroft English Majolica Bear and Barrel Match Pot or Toothpick Holder
Joseph Holdcroft English Majolica Bear and Barrel Match Pot or Toothpick Holder

Joseph Holdcroft English Majolica Bear and Barrel Match Pot or Toothpick Holder

By Joseph Holdcroft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A charming Majolica match pot or toothpick holder by Joseph Holdcroft of Longton, Staffordshire

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Earthenware

Anitque Cast Metal & Brass French Match/ Match Strike or Toothpick Holder
Anitque Cast Metal & Brass French Match/ Match Strike or Toothpick Holder

Anitque Cast Metal & Brass French Match/ Match Strike or Toothpick Holder

Located in Ross, CA

Antique French match strike/ match or toothpick holder. Cast metal with a brass bucket and bass

Category

Early 20th Century French Late Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Metal, Brass

Georgian Yellow Gold Toothpick Case / Holder with Mirror
Georgian Yellow Gold Toothpick Case / Holder with Mirror

Georgian Yellow Gold Toothpick Case / Holder with Mirror

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

the same marks as silver. Condition This antique toothpick holder/case is an exceptional gauge of

Category

1770s British George III Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Gold

Antique 18th Century Sterling Silver Toothpick Case Birmingham Samuel Pemberton
Antique 18th Century Sterling Silver Toothpick Case Birmingham Samuel Pemberton

Antique 18th Century Sterling Silver Toothpick Case Birmingham Samuel Pemberton

By Samuel Pemberton

Located in Portland, OR

An exceptional & early antique Georgian 18th century engraved sterling silver toothpick holder case

Category

1790s English George III Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham & Webster Repousse Sterling Silver Footed Toothpick Match Holder
Antique Gorham & Webster Repousse Sterling Silver Footed Toothpick Match Holder

Antique Gorham & Webster Repousse Sterling Silver Footed Toothpick Match Holder

By Webster Company, Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Dayton, OH

"Antique Webster & Gorham sterling silver toothpick / match stick holder with repousse foliate

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Sterling Silver

Beautiful Silver Plated Toothpick Holder Figurine Vintage, Austria, 1890s
Beautiful Silver Plated Toothpick Holder Figurine Vintage, Austria, 1890s

Beautiful Silver Plated Toothpick Holder Figurine Vintage, Austria, 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An antique decorative toothpick holder figure. Made of silver plated metal. A nice original antique

Category

1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Figural Frog Toothpick Holder, circa 1900
Figural Frog Toothpick Holder, circa 1900

Figural Frog Toothpick Holder, circa 1900

Located in Incline Village, NV

Although unmarked, this item is probably of American manufacture, as were most silver plated

Category

Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver Plate

Bohemian Glass Toothpick Holder
Bohemian Glass Toothpick Holder

Bohemian Glass Toothpick Holder

Located in Tampa, FL

A beautiful ruby red and clear Bohemian glass toothpick holder. a perfect addition to any holiday

Category

1890s Czech Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Glass

Wedgwood English Majolica Fisherwoman Match / Toothpick Holder, C. 1873
Wedgwood English Majolica Fisherwoman Match / Toothpick Holder, C. 1873

Wedgwood English Majolica Fisherwoman Match / Toothpick Holder, C. 1873

By Wedgwood

Located in Ross, CA

Antique majolica figure with a basket made in England by Wedgwood in 1873. She is a fisherwoman wearing traditional clothing, bent over a turquoise lined basket, it is pattern M 1210...

Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Ceramic

Beautiful Couple Toothpick Holder Figurines Vintage Austria, 1890s
Beautiful Couple Toothpick Holder Figurines Vintage Austria, 1890s

Beautiful Couple Toothpick Holder Figurines Vintage Austria, 1890s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Two antique decorative toothpick holder figurines. Each made of ceramic. A nice original antique

Category

1890s Austrian Victorian Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century WMF Silver Plated Rabbit Toothpick Holder
Early 20th Century WMF Silver Plated Rabbit Toothpick Holder

Early 20th Century WMF Silver Plated Rabbit Toothpick Holder

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Haarlem, NL

Look at this cute toothpick or cocktail stick holder in the form of a sophisticated rabbit or hare

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Metal

Antique Portuguese Silver Toothpick Holder
Antique Portuguese Silver Toothpick Holder

Antique Portuguese Silver Toothpick Holder

Located in London, GB

A Portuguese silver toothpick holder. Mark of V.A.D. (unidentified) Lisbon. Modelled as a 'ram' on

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Mid-19th Century Portuguese Antique Silver Toothpick

Dutch Silver Toothpick Box Imported by Berthold Hermann Muller, London, 1915
Dutch Silver Toothpick Box Imported by Berthold Hermann Muller, London, 1915

Dutch Silver Toothpick Box Imported by Berthold Hermann Muller, London, 1915

By Berthold Hermann Muller

Located in London, GB

Dutch silver toothpick box imported by Berthold Hermann Muller,London,1915 Berthold Mueller was an

Category

1910s Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Sterling Silver

Koloman Moser Silver Toothpick Holder Wiener Werkstätte, 1903
Koloman Moser Silver Toothpick Holder Wiener Werkstätte, 1903

Koloman Moser Silver Toothpick Holder Wiener Werkstätte, 1903

By Koloman Moser, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

time of the Wiener Werkstätte are an incredibly rare find on the art market. This toothpick holder was

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver

Metal Porcupine Toothpick Holder
Metal Porcupine Toothpick Holder

Metal Porcupine Toothpick Holder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cast metal and silver plated. Marked 1900. Toothpicks sit in the holes.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Toothpick

Palmer Cox Brownie Toothpick Holder
Palmer Cox Brownie Toothpick Holder

Palmer Cox Brownie Toothpick Holder

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa early 20th century brownie toothpick holder by Palmer Cox in silver plate. The piece depicts

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Toothpick

Materials

Silver Plate

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Antique Silver Toothpick For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique silver toothpick available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every antique silver toothpick was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique silver toothpick — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique silver toothpick made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique silver toothpick over the years, but those crafted by Barbour Silver Co., Berthold Hermann Muller and José Alves Cunha are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Silver Toothpick?

Prices for an antique silver toothpick can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $50 and can go as high as $5,234, while the average can fetch as much as $675.

Finding the Right Tableware for You

While it isn’t always top of mind for some, antique and vintage tableware can enhance even the most informal meal. It has been an intimate part of how we’ve interacted with our food for millennia.

Tableware has played a basic but important role in everyday life. Ancient Egyptians used spoons (which are classified as flatware) made of ivory and wood, while Greeks and Romans, who gathered for banquets involving big meals and entertainment, ate with forks and knives. At the beginning of the 17th century, however, forks were still uncommon in American homes. Over time, tableware has thankfully evolved and today includes increasingly valuable implements.

Tableware refers to the tools people use to set the table, including serving pieces, dinner plates and more. It encompasses everything from the intricate and elaborate to the austere and functional, yet are all what industrial product designer Jasper Morrison might call “Super Normal” — anonymous objects that are too useful to be considered banal.

There are four general categories of tableware — serveware, dinnerware, drinkware and, lastly, flatware, which is commonly referred to as silverware or cutlery. Serveware includes serving bowls, platters, gravy boats, casserole pans and ladles. Most tableware is practical, but it can also be decorative. And decorative objects count as tableware too. Even though they don’t fit squarely into one of the four categories, vases, statues and floral arrangements are traditional centerpieces.

Drinkware appropriately refers to the vessels we use for our beverages — mugs, cups and glasses. There is a good deal of variety that falls under this broad term. For example, your cheerful home bar or mid-century modern bar cart might be outfitted with a full range of vintage barware, which might include pilsner glasses and tumblers. Specialty cocktails are often served in these custom glasses, but they’re still a type of drinkware.

Every meal should be special — even if you’re using earthenware or stoneware for a casual lunch — but perhaps you’re hosting a dinner party to mark a specific event. The right high-quality tableware can bring a touch of luxury to your cuisine. Young couples, for example, traditionally add “fine china,” or porcelain, to their wedding registry as a commemoration of their union and likely wouldn’t turn down exquisite silver made by Tiffany & Co. or Georg Jensen.

It’s important to remember, however, that when you’re setting the dining room table to have fun with it. Just as you might mix and match your dining chairs, don’t be afraid to mix new and old or high and low with your tableware. On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage and antique tableware to help elevate your meal as well as the mood and atmosphere of your entire dining room.

Questions About Antique Silver Toothpick
  • 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.
  • 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 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 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.