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Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Platter in Fence Rock & Tree Pattern, circa 1818
Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Platter in Fence Rock & Tree Pattern, circa 1818

Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Platter in Fence Rock & Tree Pattern, circa 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

and Tree gilded pattern, from their earliest George III rd period, circa 1818. This is a large

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ironstone

Delft - Pair of dishes 'Tea Tree' pattern - mid 18th century, De Grieksche A
Delft - Pair of dishes 'Tea Tree' pattern - mid 18th century, De Grieksche A

Delft - Pair of dishes 'Tea Tree' pattern - mid 18th century, De Grieksche A

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

Fine pair of Dutch Delft larger plates dish from the famous Grieksche A workshop, painted in cobalt blue monochrome enamel with the “Theeboom” or “Tea Plant” pattern. The central dec...

Category

18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

Set of Three Large Blue and White Copeland Indian Tree Plates
Set of Three Large Blue and White Copeland Indian Tree Plates

Set of Three Large Blue and White Copeland Indian Tree Plates

By Copeland

Located in New York, NY

Set of three large blue and white Copeland Indian tree plates. Set of three, in unusual blue and

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ceramic

Delft - Blue and White Charger 'Tea Tree' pattern - mid 18th century, De Klaauw
Delft - Blue and White Charger 'Tea Tree' pattern - mid 18th century, De Klaauw

Delft - Blue and White Charger 'Tea Tree' pattern - mid 18th century, De Klaauw

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

Dutch Delft charger dish from the De Klaauw workshop, painted in cobalt blue monochrome enamel with the “Theeboom” or “Tea Plant” pattern. The central decoration features a dense f...

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18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

Antique 18th C English Delft Chinoiserie Plate with Willow Tree & Lotus Bush
Antique 18th C English Delft Chinoiserie Plate with Willow Tree & Lotus Bush

Antique 18th C English Delft Chinoiserie Plate with Willow Tree & Lotus Bush

By AK Dutch Delftware, Delft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine English Delft plate. Depicting a willow tree and a lotus bush side-by-side. In the

Category

Late 18th Century British George III Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Delft

Georgian Masons Ironstone Desert Plate in Fence Rock & Tree gilded Ptn, Ca 1818
Georgian Masons Ironstone Desert Plate in Fence Rock & Tree gilded Ptn, Ca 1818

Georgian Masons Ironstone Desert Plate in Fence Rock & Tree gilded Ptn, Ca 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good hand painted Mason's ironstone Desert Plate, in the Fence, Rock and Tree gilded

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Platter (#2) in Fence Rock & Tree Ptn, Ca 1818
Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Platter (#2) in Fence Rock & Tree Ptn, Ca 1818

Georgian Masons Ironstone Large Platter (#2) in Fence Rock & Tree Ptn, Ca 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

and Tree gilded pattern, from their earliest George IIIrd period, circa 1818. The piece is well

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Mason's Ironstone Drainer Plate in Fence Rock and Tree Pattern, Ca 1818
Georgian Mason's Ironstone Drainer Plate in Fence Rock and Tree Pattern, Ca 1818

Georgian Mason's Ironstone Drainer Plate in Fence Rock and Tree Pattern, Ca 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

and Tree gilded pattern, from their earliest George III rd period, circa 1818. The piece is well

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ironstone

New Hall Hybrid Hard Paste Teacup, Palm Tree patt. 484, Georgian ca 1810
New Hall Hybrid Hard Paste Teacup, Palm Tree patt. 484, Georgian ca 1810

New Hall Hybrid Hard Paste Teacup, Palm Tree patt. 484, Georgian ca 1810

By New Hall

Located in London, GB

in the very desired but rare palm tree pattern with the number 484. We also have a full tea service

Category

1810s English Regency Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Gorham & Co Aesthetic Movement Copper and Silver Tray
Gorham & Co Aesthetic Movement Copper and Silver Tray

Gorham & Co Aesthetic Movement Copper and Silver Tray

By Gorham CO.

Located in Paris, FR

ornated with delicate sterling silver decorations, figuring a tree and fishes in relief, with a wonderful

Category

1880s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver, Copper

Large English Silver Plated Palm Tree Lamp
Large English Silver Plated Palm Tree Lamp

Large English Silver Plated Palm Tree Lamp

Located in Kent, Dover

A large English silver-plated palm tree lamp, with a camel and figure at the foot of the tree. Well

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Bronze

Antique Silver Art Nouveau Table Clock Mantle 1913 Tree of Life Design
Antique Silver Art Nouveau Table Clock Mantle 1913 Tree of Life Design

Antique Silver Art Nouveau Table Clock Mantle 1913 Tree of Life Design

By William Hair Haseler

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique Sterling Silver Table Clock decorated with an impressive Art Nouveau design

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Sterling Silver

Delft Polychrome Charger

Delft Polychrome Charger

Located in Greenwich, CT

tree and a tea house, with a lovely use of mustard, teal and red.

Category

1760s English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pomegranate Tree
Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pomegranate Tree

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Pomegranate Tree

Located in Hudson, NY

With various flowers, manderin ducks and garden stone accented with gold leaf on ground surface. Nagasaki School Painting.

Category

Mid-19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver Leaf

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Venerable Plum Tree in Winter
Japanese Two Panel Screen: Venerable Plum Tree in Winter

Japanese Two Panel Screen: Venerable Plum Tree in Winter

Located in Hudson, NY

Ink and mineral pigments on silver leaf with black lacquer trim. Signature reads: Kotan hitsu. Seal

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver Leaf

Ottoman Turkish Goldwork Embroidered and Appliqué Panel: "Tree of Life"
Ottoman Turkish Goldwork Embroidered and Appliqué Panel: "Tree of Life"

Ottoman Turkish Goldwork Embroidered and Appliqué Panel: "Tree of Life"

Located in New York, NY

, silver, and brocaded silk applied to a silk foundation. Its central motif is a “tree of life,” rendered

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1850s Turkish Islamic Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Gold, Silver, Platinum

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Bird Tree Enamel Vases
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Bird Tree Enamel Vases

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Bird Tree Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Hawks on Cherry Blossom Tree Silver

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Enamel

Antique Hong Kong Silver Walking Cane Wang Hing & Company 宏興 19th Century
Antique Hong Kong Silver Walking Cane Wang Hing & Company 宏興 19th Century

Antique Hong Kong Silver Walking Cane Wang Hing & Company 宏興 19th Century

By Wang Hing & Co.

Located in London, GB

features an ornate silver crook handle applied with a beautiful silver overlay of delicate tree blossoms on

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver, Brass

Pair of Japanese Bronze Hibachi with Silver and Copper Inlay, Meiji Period
Pair of Japanese Bronze Hibachi with Silver and Copper Inlay, Meiji Period

Pair of Japanese Bronze Hibachi with Silver and Copper Inlay, Meiji Period

Located in Austin, TX

inlay has been used for the roofs and the trunks of the pine trees. Silver inlay has been used for the

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Copper

Palm lamp in silvered bronze and green stained glass lampshade, Art Nouveau 1900
Palm lamp in silvered bronze and green stained glass lampshade, Art Nouveau 1900

Palm lamp in silvered bronze and green stained glass lampshade, Art Nouveau 1900

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Superb tree/palm lamp, silvered bronze base. Green stained glass lampshade Art Nouveau, France

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Stained Glass

Antique Walking Silve Plated Cane Stick 19th Century
Antique Walking Silve Plated Cane Stick 19th Century

Antique Walking Silve Plated Cane Stick 19th Century

Located in London, GB

striking stick features an ornate silver plated ornate tree trunk pommel having on a gentle tapering

Category

1880s English Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver Plate

Fine Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase w/Birds Attributed to Ando Jubei
Fine Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase w/Birds Attributed to Ando Jubei

Fine Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase w/Birds Attributed to Ando Jubei

By Ando Jubei

Located in San Diego, CA

early part of the 1900s. Beautiful colorful flowers and two birds sitting on a tree branch. Silver color

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Enamel

Antique Berlin KPM Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque Portrait Young Gypsy Woman 1880
Antique Berlin KPM Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque Portrait Young Gypsy Woman 1880

Antique Berlin KPM Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque Portrait Young Gypsy Woman 1880

By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)

Located in Portland, OR

silver birch tree and is looking wistfully into the distance. The plaque is housed in the original

Category

1890s German Romantic Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Pleated Mica Shade Table Lamp, Early 20th Century
Pleated Mica Shade Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Pleated Mica Shade Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in Rochester, NY

Pleated mica shade lamp with middle eastern stylized bronze palm tree base. Some silver high lights

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Bronze

Old Pollard Beech at Ascot Gate Print Inscribed
Old Pollard Beech at Ascot Gate Print Inscribed

Old Pollard Beech at Ascot Gate Print Inscribed

Located in London, GB

A Rare Albumen silver print of a superb tree in Windsor Great Park with a group of men in the

Category

1860s British Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Paper

Pair of Grand Tour Bronze Two-Handled Pompeiian Cups circa 1875
Pair of Grand Tour Bronze Two-Handled Pompeiian Cups circa 1875

Pair of Grand Tour Bronze Two-Handled Pompeiian Cups circa 1875

Located in Shippensburg, PA

excavated in 1895. Among the treasures there was a silver scyphus featuring embossed plane tree branches and

Category

19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu & Vernis Martin Desk, Attr. Majorelle
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu & Vernis Martin Desk, Attr. Majorelle

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu & Vernis Martin Desk, Attr. Majorelle

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

the flower. The tender yellow lemon tree, the silver maple, the purple amaranth, dear to Cressent, the

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Two Tier Marquetry Table
Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Two Tier Marquetry Table

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Two Tier Marquetry Table

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Dallas, TX

patterns of the flower. The tender yellow lemon tree, the silver maple, the purple amaranth, dear to

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Mahogany

Louis Majorelle Two Tier Marquetry Table
Louis Majorelle Two Tier Marquetry Table

Louis Majorelle Two Tier Marquetry Table

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Dallas, TX

the flower. The tender yellow lemon tree, the silver maple, the purple amaranth, dear to Cressent, the

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Raj-Era Elephant & Palm Tree Place Card Holders, 1913
Antique English Raj-Era Elephant & Palm Tree Place Card Holders, 1913

Antique English Raj-Era Elephant & Palm Tree Place Card Holders, 1913

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 George V sterling silver place card holders. Made by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths in London

Category

1910s English Edwardian Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gorham Japonesque Mixed Metal Bird & Butterfly Copper Tray, 1882
Gorham Japonesque Mixed Metal Bird & Butterfly Copper Tray, 1882

Gorham Japonesque Mixed Metal Bird & Butterfly Copper Tray, 1882

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

with curved sides. Applied copper and silver ornament: Tree with blossoming branches and sinuous

Category

1880s American Japonisme Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Copper, Sterling Silver

Pair of Victorian Palm Tree Candlesticks
Pair of Victorian Palm Tree Candlesticks

Pair of Victorian Palm Tree Candlesticks

Located in Gravenmoer, NL

Pair of Victorian silver plated Palm Tree candlesticks.

Category

19th Century British Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver Plate

Flame Fairyland Lustre Vase: Tree Serpent
Flame Fairyland Lustre Vase: Tree Serpent

Flame Fairyland Lustre Vase: Tree Serpent

By Wedgwood, Daisy Makeig-Jones

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

A tall, well-proportioned vase in Flame Fairyland Lustre, decorated with Tree Serpent pattern and

Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Partridge in a Pear Tree Sculpture
Partridge in a Pear Tree Sculpture

Partridge in a Pear Tree Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Whimsical and unique tin and wire formed pear tree with a partridge at top, weighted base, all in

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Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Silver Tree

Sauce Boat, Fringed Tree Pattern, Worcester, circa 1755
Sauce Boat, Fringed Tree Pattern, Worcester, circa 1755

Sauce Boat, Fringed Tree Pattern, Worcester, circa 1755

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

An unusual shape with an uncommon painted pattern: Fringed Tree. The combination is scarce

Category

Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Adam and Eve Group around Tree of Knowlege
Meissen Adam and Eve Group around Tree of Knowlege

Meissen Adam and Eve Group around Tree of Knowlege

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Altrincham, GB

Modelled with Adam and Eve standing beneath the Tree of Knowledge and about to partake of the

Category

Mid-19th Century German Rococo Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Old Sheffield Plate Original Dome with Warming Unit and Well and Tree Tray
Old Sheffield Plate Original Dome with Warming Unit and Well and Tree Tray

Old Sheffield Plate Original Dome with Warming Unit and Well and Tree Tray

Located in Plano, TX

Beautiful, in excellent condition considering age, silver plate on copper late 1700s to early 1800s

Category

Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver Plate

Late 19th c. Well and Tree Charger
Late 19th c. Well and Tree Charger

Late 19th c. Well and Tree Charger

Located in Savannah, GA

English lusterware Indian Tree pattern charger by Copeland.

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Coffee Can, Blue and White "Banana Trees", Bow Porcelain, circa 1753
Coffee Can, Blue and White "Banana Trees", Bow Porcelain, circa 1753

Coffee Can, Blue and White "Banana Trees", Bow Porcelain, circa 1753

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

An early coffee can, painted in under-glaze blue with banana trees in a landscape. Prov: Taylor

Category

Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Coffee Can: Blue and White "Stork & Banana Tree". Bow Porcelain C1753
Coffee Can: Blue and White "Stork & Banana Tree". Bow Porcelain C1753

Coffee Can: Blue and White "Stork & Banana Tree". Bow Porcelain C1753

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

An early coffee can, painted under the glaze with the Stork & Banana Tree pattern. Provenance

Category

Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Porcelain

Staffordshire English Dinnerware "the India Tree" by, Alfred Meakin Set of 14
Staffordshire English Dinnerware "the India Tree" by, Alfred Meakin Set of 14

Staffordshire English Dinnerware "the India Tree" by, Alfred Meakin Set of 14

By Alfred Meakin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique Staffordshire English bone chine "The India Tree" by, Alfred Meakin set of 14. This 14

Category

Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ceramic

Tall Signed Moorcroft Moonlit Tree Pattern Vase with Sterling Silver Rim
Tall Signed Moorcroft Moonlit Tree Pattern Vase with Sterling Silver Rim

Tall Signed Moorcroft Moonlit Tree Pattern Vase with Sterling Silver Rim

By Walter Moorcroft

Located in Portland, OR

pattern is called "Moonlit". It is a lovely tree pattern with a sterling silver rim. It is signed in full

Category

1920s European Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Ceramic

Gingko Tree and Seasonal Flowers
Gingko Tree and Seasonal Flowers

Gingko Tree and Seasonal Flowers

By Rimpa School

Located in New York, NY

Six-panel folding screen with a gingko tree and seasonal flowers by a meandering stream.

Category

19th Century Japanese Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Gold, Silver Leaf

Antique Persian Palm Tree Silverplated Oil Lamp
Antique Persian Palm Tree Silverplated Oil Lamp

Antique Persian Palm Tree Silverplated Oil Lamp

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Antique Palm Tree Silverplated Table Oil Lamp. Removable tuft of palm leaves in a pinnate form

Category

19th Century Persian Antique Silver Tree

Materials

Silver Plate

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Antique Silver Tree For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique silver tree you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every antique silver tree was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique silver tree — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique silver tree bearing Victorian, Regency or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. A well-made antique silver tree has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Spode, Coalport Porcelain and George Jones are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Silver Tree?

An antique silver tree can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,550, while the lowest priced sells for $45 and the highest can go for as much as $85,000.
Questions About Antique Silver Tree
  • 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.