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Antique 19th Century Pair of Victorian, Silver Massive Trophy Cups, Signed S.S.
Antique 19th Century Pair of Victorian, Silver Massive Trophy Cups, Signed S.S.

Antique 19th Century Pair of Victorian, Silver Massive Trophy Cups, Signed S.S.

By Stephen Smith

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century rare and impressive pair of Victorian Solid Silver decorative trophies / vases

Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 19th Century Pair of Victorian, Silver Massive Trophy Cups, Signed S.S.
Antique 19th Century Pair of Victorian, Silver Massive Trophy Cups, Signed S.S.

Antique 19th Century Pair of Victorian, Silver Massive Trophy Cups, Signed S.S.

By Stephen Smith

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century rare and impressive pair of Victorian Solid Silver decorative trophies / vases

Category

1860s English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver

Antique English Trophy
Antique English Trophy

Antique English Trophy

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Sheffield silver-plate and horn cornucopia trophy.

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Horn

British Silver-Plated and Hammered Serving Bowl Trophy, Circa 1920

British Silver-Plated and Hammered Serving Bowl Trophy, Circa 1920

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Large, stately English silver plated serving bowl trophy with ornate handles and hammered finish

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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Trophy

Antique George II Chased Lidded Cup & Cover / Lidded Trophy, 1749
Antique George II Chased Lidded Cup & Cover / Lidded Trophy, 1749

Antique George II Chased Lidded Cup & Cover / Lidded Trophy, 1749

By William Cripps

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Antique Georgian solid Silver Lidded Cup covered in ornate floral chased designs. The

Category

Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Water Pitcher or Horse Racing Trophy
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Water Pitcher or Horse Racing Trophy

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Water Pitcher or Horse Racing Trophy

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

A Tiffany & Company Sterling Silver Water Pitcher / Horse Racing Trophy. A straight neck with

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Plated Trophy on Marble
Silver Plated Trophy on Marble

Silver Plated Trophy on Marble

Located in High Point, NC

This silver plated trophy was made in Europe, circa 1900-1930. It features a wide, shallow cup with

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Brass

Fine Fern Engraved Sterling Silver Goblet, 1883
Fine Fern Engraved Sterling Silver Goblet, 1883

Fine Fern Engraved Sterling Silver Goblet, 1883

By Charles Boyton

Located in Bath, GB

A terrific large victorian sterling silver goblet or trophy beautifully engraved with Fern

Category

1880s English Late Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Large English Victorian Silver Cup & Cover 1893
Antique Large English Victorian Silver Cup & Cover 1893

Antique Large English Victorian Silver Cup & Cover 1893

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful Victorian silver two handled sporting trophy of Irish Coursing History. It is

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Presentation Cup, Art Deco Style, Antique George V
Sterling Silver Presentation Cup, Art Deco Style, Antique George V

Sterling Silver Presentation Cup, Art Deco Style, Antique George V

By Martin, Hall & Co. Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver presentation trophy in the Art Deco

Category

1910s English Art Deco Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Hoaching, circa 1870
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Hoaching, circa 1870

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Hoaching, circa 1870

By Wo Hing Hoaching

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th century Chinese export solid silver wine goblet, impressive and exceptionally fine

Category

19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Antique 1900s Edwardian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup and Cover
Antique 1900s Edwardian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup and Cover

Antique 1900s Edwardian Sterling Silver Presentation Cup and Cover

By Samuel Smith & Co

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

foot. The body of this antique sterling silver trophy cup is embellished with fine chased bud style

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chinese Export Silver Cased Cup and Saucer Tuck Chang, circa 1890
Chinese Export Silver Cased Cup and Saucer Tuck Chang, circa 1890

Chinese Export Silver Cased Cup and Saucer Tuck Chang, circa 1890

By Tuck Chang & Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

international resident population ensured a brisk trade in trophy silver items. (Please see A. Von Ferscht

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Presentation Cup by R & S Garrard & Co Ltd - Antique George V
Sterling Silver Presentation Cup by R & S Garrard & Co Ltd - Antique George V

Sterling Silver Presentation Cup by R & S Garrard & Co Ltd - Antique George V

By Robert & Sebastian Garrard & Co

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver presentation cup/trophy made by R

Category

1920s English Other Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Cased Cup and Saucer Tuck Chang, circa 1890
Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Cased Cup and Saucer Tuck Chang, circa 1890

Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Cased Cup and Saucer Tuck Chang, circa 1890

By Tuck Chang & Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

international resident population ensured a brisk trade in trophy silver items. (please see A. Von Ferscht

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Solid Silver Gilt Two Handled Cup & Cover, London, circa 1904
Edwardian Solid Silver Gilt Two Handled Cup & Cover, London, circa 1904

Edwardian Solid Silver Gilt Two Handled Cup & Cover, London, circa 1904

By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Description. Antique early-20th century Edwardian solid silver cup and cover trophy, richly

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver

Antique 19thC Chinese Export Solid Silver Water Ewer, Hoaching, Canton c.1860
Antique 19thC Chinese Export Solid Silver Water Ewer, Hoaching, Canton c.1860

Antique 19thC Chinese Export Solid Silver Water Ewer, Hoaching, Canton c.1860

By Wo Hing Hoaching

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

trophies and celebration silver, at the time particularly in demand among the Western sporting and

Category

19th Century Chinese Other Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1890
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1890

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

, jade, gold and specialised in trophies and celebration silver. Alongside with traditionally

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1890
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1890

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

, jade, gold and specialised in trophies and celebration silver. Alongside with traditionally

Category

19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, c.1890
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, c.1890

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Set, Woshing, Shanghai, c.1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

trophies and celebration silver. Alongside with traditionally decorated silver tableware and flatware, of

Category

19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Three Oak, Silver and Ivory Trophy Billiard Cues
Three Oak, Silver and Ivory Trophy Billiard Cues

Three Oak, Silver and Ivory Trophy Billiard Cues

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Three oak, silver and ivory trophy billiard cues, dated 1879-1909, the silver collars inscribed

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Trophy c.1930
Pair of Antique Silver Plated Trophy c.1930

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Trophy c.1930

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Price is for the pair. A pair of silver patinated plated cup trophies with a Bakelite bases

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Art Deco Tall Silver Plate Display Trophy
Antique Art Deco Tall Silver Plate Display Trophy

Antique Art Deco Tall Silver Plate Display Trophy

Located in Pasadena, CA

Standing tall and stately, we are loving this fantastic antique Art Deco style silver plated

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

A 18th Century Silver Gilt Scottish Trophy
A 18th Century Silver Gilt Scottish Trophy

A 18th Century Silver Gilt Scottish Trophy

Located in London, by appointment only

A rare and important Scottish Adam period silver gilt trophy vase and cover. Each element worked in

Category

Late 18th Century Scottish Adam Style Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Vermeil

Silvered Brass Urn/Trophy-Shaped Table Lamp
Silvered Brass Urn/Trophy-Shaped Table Lamp

Silvered Brass Urn/Trophy-Shaped Table Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Silvered brass; trophy-shaped; with square stepped base (4 ½”h x 7 ½”w), urn-shaped stem and molded

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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Silver Tankard "Commodore Cup" Trophy from Dover, English Import
Silver Tankard "Commodore Cup" Trophy from Dover, English Import

Silver Tankard "Commodore Cup" Trophy from Dover, English Import

Located in Madrid, ES

Silver tankard "Commodore Cup" trophy from Dover. Possibly Germany and english import, late 19th

Category

Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Silver and Silver-Gilt Sailing Regatta Trophy by Samuel Hayne and Dudley Cater
Silver and Silver-Gilt Sailing Regatta Trophy by Samuel Hayne and Dudley Cater

Silver and Silver-Gilt Sailing Regatta Trophy by Samuel Hayne and Dudley Cater

By Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A silver and silver-gilt sailing regatta trophy by Samuel Hayne and Dudley Cater, 1838, embossed on

Category

1830s English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Antique Trophy
Antique Trophy

Antique Trophy

Sold|$1,800

Antique Trophy

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Silver Plated Trophy

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19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

The large and interesting silver gilt trophy of Captain George
The large and interesting silver gilt trophy of Captain George

The large and interesting silver gilt trophy of Captain George

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

The large and interesting silver gilt trophy of Captain George Welstead, purchased with prize money

Category

18th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Trophy, Elkington, circa 1894
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Trophy, Elkington, circa 1894

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Trophy, Elkington, circa 1894

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Description:  Antique 19th century Victorian solid silver important figural hunting statue

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Irish 800 Silver Two Handled Mantel Trophy Urn Compote Cup 450g
Antique Irish 800 Silver Two Handled Mantel Trophy Urn Compote Cup 450g

Antique Irish 800 Silver Two Handled Mantel Trophy Urn Compote Cup 450g

Located in Dayton, OH

"Antique Dublin Ireland 800 sterling silver lidded and footed trophy urn featuring Georgian styling

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19th Century Georgian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Antique English Dart Game Trophy Award Shield Oak Plaque Silver Plate c1909
Antique English Dart Game Trophy Award Shield Oak Plaque Silver Plate c1909

Antique English Dart Game Trophy Award Shield Oak Plaque Silver Plate c1909

Located in Shreveport, LA

Antique English Dart Game Trophy Award Shield Oak Plaque Silver Plate c1909. Direct from England

Category

Early 1900s British Sporting Art Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Brighton Cup, Very Large Silver and Bronze Horse Racing Trophy by Monti
Brighton Cup, Very Large Silver and Bronze Horse Racing Trophy by Monti

Brighton Cup, Very Large Silver and Bronze Horse Racing Trophy by Monti

By Hancock & Co.

Located in London, GB

The Brighton cup, very large silver and bronze horse racing trophy by Hancocks & Co. English, 1869

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver, Bronze

The Rothschild 1897 Ascot Cup Trophy
The Rothschild 1897 Ascot Cup Trophy

The Rothschild 1897 Ascot Cup Trophy

Located in New Orleans, LA

leaving institutional or private collections. Executed in magnificent Victorian silver, the trophy is a

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Antique "Best French Bulldog" Trophy
Antique "Best French Bulldog" Trophy

Antique "Best French Bulldog" Trophy

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large three stag horn handled silver-plate trophy. Reads: Goldie & Klenert Co. For "Best French

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Trophy Horn
Antique English Trophy Horn

Antique English Trophy Horn

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Sheffield silver plated trophy horn.

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19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Antique English Trophy Bowl
Antique English Trophy Bowl

Antique English Trophy Bowl

Located in Houston, TX

Antique English pedestal bowl made from the traditional English oak with silver plate rim, handles

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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Ironstone, Wood

Antique Athletic Presentation Shield Trophy, Walker and Hall
Antique Athletic Presentation Shield Trophy, Walker and Hall

Antique Athletic Presentation Shield Trophy, Walker and Hall

By Walker & Hall

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Presentation Shield Trophy, Walker and Hall. A large freestanding, oak Athletics Shield Trophy

Category

Early 1900s British Sporting Art Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique San Francisco Yacht Club Trophy Loving Cup, 1908
Antique San Francisco Yacht Club Trophy Loving Cup, 1908

Antique San Francisco Yacht Club Trophy Loving Cup, 1908

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large three handled copper and silver plate loving cup. Reads: The San Francisco Yacht Club, Power

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Decorative Jewellery Box, Tuck Chang, 1900
20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Decorative Jewellery Box, Tuck Chang, 1900

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Decorative Jewellery Box, Tuck Chang, 1900

By Tuck Chang & Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

population ensured a brisk trade in trophy silver items. For more information please see A.Von Ferscht

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

A silver gilt Newport Yacht Racing Association won by Columbia, 1901
A silver gilt Newport Yacht Racing Association won by Columbia, 1901

A silver gilt Newport Yacht Racing Association won by Columbia, 1901

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A silver gilt Newport Yacht Racing Association won by Columbia, 1901. This silver-gilt trophy is a

Category

Early 1900s American Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Vintage English Biscuit Barrel
Vintage English Biscuit Barrel

Vintage English Biscuit Barrel

Located in Houston, TX

Found in England, this vintage English oak biscuit barrel is complete with top, silver plate handle

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Hunt & Roskell Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
Hunt & Roskell Emerald and Diamond Bracelet

Hunt & Roskell Emerald and Diamond Bracelet

Located in New Orleans, LA

, silver, objets d’art and trophy commissions for clients around the world. Most closely associated with

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

A fine and large model of a Thames wherry
A fine and large model of a Thames wherry

A fine and large model of a Thames wherry

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Henley Regatta a decade later. We have silver rowing scull trophies on pages 62-63 and some glass slides

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Mahogany

Silver Trophy Cup
Silver Trophy Cup

Silver Trophy Cup

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Silver trophy cup mounted on an ebonized beveled wood base with simple bowl shape and gracious

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Trophy Cup & Cover, 1915
Antique Silver Trophy Cup & Cover, 1915

Antique Silver Trophy Cup & Cover, 1915

By Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst 1

Located in London, GB

A classically styled antique silver trophy cup and cover, made using a heavy gauge of silver and

Category

1910s English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Art deco sterling silver trophy made in London in 1927
Art deco sterling silver trophy made in London in 1927

Art deco sterling silver trophy made in London in 1927

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in London, London

, Sterling Silver Trophy, is in the art deco taste, with reed borders around the handles, and a shaped border

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Two-handled antique silver trophy cup & cover
Two-handled antique silver trophy cup & cover

Two-handled antique silver trophy cup & cover

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Large, heavy-gauge antique silver trophy cup and cover in the classic neoclassical style of the

Category

1910s British Edwardian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Golf-Themed Sterling Silver Trophy, Circa 19th Century
Golf-Themed Sterling Silver Trophy, Circa 19th Century

Golf-Themed Sterling Silver Trophy, Circa 19th Century

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Offered is a unique, antique silver golf trophy. This sterling silver trophy was designed during

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Antique Silver Trophy For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique silver trophy you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique silver trophy — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique silver trophy — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver trophy, designed in the Victorian, Neoclassical or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique silver trophy that is appealing in its simplicity, but Elkington & Co., Tiffany & Co. and Gorham Manufacturing Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Silver Trophy?

Prices for an antique silver trophy start at $75 and top out at $245,000 with the average selling for $2,658.
Questions About Antique Silver Trophy
  • 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 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 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 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 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.