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Antique 1886 Ladies Doubles Niagara Tennis Tournament Silver Plated Trophy
Antique 1886 Ladies Doubles Niagara Tennis Tournament Silver Plated Trophy

Antique 1886 Ladies Doubles Niagara Tennis Tournament Silver Plated Trophy

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique silver plated trophy was made by the well known Simpson, Hall & Miller of England in

Category

Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco French Silver Plated Motorcycle Trophy 1930 by Galia Christofle
Art Deco French Silver Plated Motorcycle Trophy 1930 by Galia Christofle

Art Deco French Silver Plated Motorcycle Trophy 1930 by Galia Christofle

By Christofle

Located in San Francisco, CA

About: This is an original engraved silver plated French motorcycle trophy stamped on the bottom

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Wimbledon Ladies Trophy
Wimbledon Ladies Trophy

Wimbledon Ladies Trophy

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

'. The trophy was first won in 1886. The Ladies' Singles Trophy is a silver salver and is also a copy

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1880s English Antique Silver Trophy

English Mariner Angling Fishing Club Trophy Award Wall Plaque 1923 Silver Plate
English Mariner Angling Fishing Club Trophy Award Wall Plaque 1923 Silver Plate

English Mariner Angling Fishing Club Trophy Award Wall Plaque 1923 Silver Plate

Located in Shreveport, LA

Direct from England, a one-of-a-kind English Angling Trophy, wall plaque! ~ This big wood shield

Category

Early 20th Century English Sporting Art Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Fine Historical Group of 5 Antique Trophy Cups
Fine Historical Group of 5 Antique Trophy Cups

Fine Historical Group of 5 Antique Trophy Cups

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine trophy cup group in graduated sizes in all original condition. Four out of the five are

Category

Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Wimbledon Ladies Trophy Rosewater Dish
Wimbledon Ladies Trophy Rosewater Dish

Wimbledon Ladies Trophy Rosewater Dish

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Trophy is a silver salver and made by the firm of Elkington and Company of Birmingham in 1864. The

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1880s Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Brass

Antique Ohio State Basketball Trophy c.1935-1936
Antique Ohio State Basketball Trophy c.1935-1936

Antique Ohio State Basketball Trophy c.1935-1936

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Ohio State Journal Trophy basketball trophy top sponsored by "Morrey Jewelers" This was part

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Early 20th Century 20" California State Fair Trophy, circa 1936
Large Early 20th Century 20" California State Fair Trophy, circa 1936

Large Early 20th Century 20" California State Fair Trophy, circa 1936

Located in San Francisco, CA

their county exhibit in 1936. The extra large trophy cup is silver plated with hammered detail on the

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Soccer or Football player Figure, Sculpture or Trophy, France, 1920s
Soccer or Football player Figure, Sculpture or Trophy, France, 1920s

Soccer or Football player Figure, Sculpture or Trophy, France, 1920s

By Louis & François Moreau

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Soccer - Football player figure - sculpture - trophy. France, 1920s. Mounted over a marble base.

Category

1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Marble, Metal

English Tennis Club Singles Trophy Award Wall Plaque 1923 Copper Lion, Scottish
English Tennis Club Singles Trophy Award Wall Plaque 1923 Copper Lion, Scottish

English Tennis Club Singles Trophy Award Wall Plaque 1923 Copper Lion, Scottish

Located in Shreveport, LA

Direct from England, a one-of-a-kind English tennis club wall plaque! ~This big wood shield trophy

Category

Early 20th Century English Sporting Art Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Hunt & Roskell yellow gold bracelet
Antique Hunt & Roskell yellow gold bracelet

Antique Hunt & Roskell yellow gold bracelet

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

firm specialized in the supply of bespoke jewelry, silver, objets d’art and trophy commissions for

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dominick & Haff Sterling Trophy Cup
Dominick & Haff Sterling Trophy Cup

Dominick & Haff Sterling Trophy Cup

By Dominick and Haff Silver

Located in New York, NY

This monumental Antique American Sterling Silver Two Handled Trophy Cup is decorated with an ornate

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Trophy Cup
Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Trophy Cup

Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Trophy Cup

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Victorian sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1898. Bellied baluster with

Category

1890s American Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gorham Edwardian Classical Large Sterling Silver Trophy Cup
Gorham Edwardian Classical Large Sterling Silver Trophy Cup

Gorham Edwardian Classical Large Sterling Silver Trophy Cup

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Classical sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1910. Tall girdled urn on

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large and Heavy Art Deco Classical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup by Tiffany
Large and Heavy Art Deco Classical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup by Tiffany

Large and Heavy Art Deco Classical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup by Tiffany

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Large and heavy Art Deco Classical sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Large Sterling Silver Trophy Bowl with Lots of Room for Engraving
Tiffany Large Sterling Silver Trophy Bowl with Lots of Room for Engraving

Tiffany Large Sterling Silver Trophy Bowl with Lots of Room for Engraving

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Large sterling silver bowl. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, circa 1916. Curved sides, flared rim

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Classical Amphora Trophy Cup
Antique English Sterling Silver Classical Amphora Trophy Cup

Antique English Sterling Silver Classical Amphora Trophy Cup

By Daniel & John Wellby

Located in New York, NY

Victorian sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Daniel & John Wellby in London in 1893. Amphora urn

Category

1890s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Covered Amphora Trophy Cup
Antique English Sterling Silver Covered Amphora Trophy Cup

Antique English Sterling Silver Covered Amphora Trophy Cup

By Elkington & Co.

Located in New York, NY

George V sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Elkington & Co. in Birmingham in 1912. Urn with opping

Category

1910s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Centerpiece Trophy Bowl
Antique English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Centerpiece Trophy Bowl

Antique English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Centerpiece Trophy Bowl

By John & William Deakin

Located in New York, NY

George V sterling silver trophy bowl. Made by John and William Deakin in Sheffield in 1923. Round

Category

1920s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Amphora Urn Trophy Cup
Antique English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Amphora Urn Trophy Cup

Antique English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Amphora Urn Trophy Cup

By Lionel Alfred Crichton 1

Located in New York, NY

George V sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Lionel Alfred Crichton in London in 1916. Traditional

Category

1910s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Sterling Silver Chicago Horse Trophy Cup
Antique American Sterling Silver Chicago Horse Trophy Cup

Antique American Sterling Silver Chicago Horse Trophy Cup

By Peter L. Krider

Located in New York, NY

Turn-of-the-century sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Peter L. Krider in Philadelphia. Baluster

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edward VIII's Trophy Cup for Raj Indian Pukka-Sahib Pig-Sticking Race
Edward VIII's Trophy Cup for Raj Indian Pukka-Sahib Pig-Sticking Race

Edward VIII's Trophy Cup for Raj Indian Pukka-Sahib Pig-Sticking Race

Located in New York, NY

Duke of Windsor Association: A sterling silver trophy cup that he won for the light-weight Hog

Category

1910s English Edwardian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Kentucky Horse Race Loving Cup Trophy
Antique Sterling Silver Kentucky Horse Race Loving Cup Trophy

Antique Sterling Silver Kentucky Horse Race Loving Cup Trophy

By Meriden Britannia Company, International Silver

Located in New York, NY

Turn-of-the-century American sterling silver loving cup trophy. Baluster with three scroll handles

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Gilded Age Boar’s Head Loving Cup Trophy Bowl
Antique Gorham Gilded Age Boar’s Head Loving Cup Trophy Bowl

Antique Gorham Gilded Age Boar’s Head Loving Cup Trophy Bowl

By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Bigelow Kennard & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Gilded Age sterling silver loving cup. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1890. Round and tapering

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chinese Export Sterling Trophy
Chinese Export Sterling Trophy

Chinese Export Sterling Trophy

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Great looking chinese silver trophy with lots of detailed silver work

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Tennis Trophy Cup
Sterling Silver Tennis Trophy Cup

Sterling Silver Tennis Trophy Cup

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver tennis trophy cup with tennis rackets, hallmarked Chester, 1928, by S Blanckensee

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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Silver Plate Trophy by Walker & Hall
English Silver Plate Trophy by Walker & Hall

English Silver Plate Trophy by Walker & Hall

Located in Middleburg, VA

Wonderful large heavy silver plate on Britannia Metal Trophy by prominent English silversmiths

Category

19th Century British Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal

1928  Silver Gilt Rose Bowl Trophy
1928  Silver Gilt Rose Bowl Trophy

1928 Silver Gilt Rose Bowl Trophy

Located in Essex, MA

A 1928 Arts & Crafts style silver and silver gilt compote with hammered surface, gold washed

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Large Sterling Silver Three Handled Vase or Trophy
Large Sterling Silver Three Handled Vase or Trophy

Large Sterling Silver Three Handled Vase or Trophy

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Large stunning sterling vase or loving cup with flower decoration and three handles

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Clemens Friedell Handwrought Sterling Silver Large Cup Trophy Piece
Clemens Friedell Handwrought Sterling Silver Large Cup Trophy Piece

Clemens Friedell Handwrought Sterling Silver Large Cup Trophy Piece

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a large circa 1916 sterling silver cup by Clemens Friedell of Pasadena, CA

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Massive 19TH Century Horn Appointed Sterling Silver Loving Cup / Trophy
Massive 19TH Century Horn Appointed Sterling Silver Loving Cup / Trophy

Massive 19TH Century Horn Appointed Sterling Silver Loving Cup / Trophy

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Impressive in scale and form. It is marked on the underside 11 1/4 pints and inscribed: The Ford Company. It is embossed on 1 " side " with the profile of a wolf, monogrammed on anot...

Category

19th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Massive 7kg Silver Vase Trophy/Cup "Tiro Federal Argentino" 1916-1939, Hallmark
Massive 7kg Silver Vase Trophy/Cup "Tiro Federal Argentino" 1916-1939, Hallmark

Massive 7kg Silver Vase Trophy/Cup "Tiro Federal Argentino" 1916-1939, Hallmark

Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria

Massive silver vase trophy/cup “Tiro Federal Argentino“, 1916-1939. With a Frensh Hallmark at the

Category

Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

A Georgian Solid Silver Sterling Trophy Cup Edinburgh 1801 Mc Hattle & Fenwick
A Georgian Solid Silver Sterling Trophy Cup Edinburgh 1801 Mc Hattle & Fenwick

A Georgian Solid Silver Sterling Trophy Cup Edinburgh 1801 Mc Hattle & Fenwick

By McHattie & Fenwick

Located in London, GB

A magnificent large Georgian solid silver sterling Trophy Cup Two handled on a circular base

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Early 1800s Scottish Georgian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Oak Trophy Style Salad Bowl with Servers
19th Century Victorian Oak Trophy Style Salad Bowl with Servers

19th Century Victorian Oak Trophy Style Salad Bowl with Servers

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A superb English Victorian oak and silver plated trophy style salad bowl with vacant cartouche

Category

1890s British Late Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Sterling Silver Engraved Trophy
Sterling Silver Engraved Trophy

Sterling Silver Engraved Trophy

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sterling silver engraved trophy with three antler handles.

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Scottish Golf Trophy
Sterling Silver Scottish Golf Trophy

Sterling Silver Scottish Golf Trophy

Located in New York, NY

A rare and unique sterling silver golfing trophy with hinged lid surmounted by a finial composed of

Category

19th Century Scottish Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Motor Yacht Trophy
Sterling Silver Motor Yacht Trophy

Sterling Silver Motor Yacht Trophy

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver motor yacht trophy, with two handles, and enameled crest detail, hallmarked London

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Massive, Art Nouveau, Antique,  Sterling Silver Centerpiece
Massive, Art Nouveau, Antique,  Sterling Silver Centerpiece

Massive, Art Nouveau, Antique, Sterling Silver Centerpiece

By Towle

Located in New York, NY

, sold by Sothebys in 1998 from The Victor Niederhoffer Collection Of Trophy & Presentation Silver, Lot

Category

Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Silver Presentation Cup
German Silver Presentation Cup

German Silver Presentation Cup

Located in Chicago, IL

German silver 1927 trophy presentation cup. Engraving in German. Hallmarked to the base. Fine

Category

1920s German Machine Age Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Imperial German Silver And Cut Glass Pitcher
Imperial German Silver And Cut Glass Pitcher

Imperial German Silver And Cut Glass Pitcher

Located in New York, NY

/> This grand, silver-mounted, cut-glass trophy is distinguished by its thick and realistic silver braided

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Silvered Centrepiece Epergne by Collis & Co, Regent Street
Antique Victorian Silvered Centrepiece Epergne by Collis & Co, Regent Street

Antique Victorian Silvered Centrepiece Epergne by Collis & Co, Regent Street

Located in New York, NY

sterling silver Stanley Cup trophy still used today as the premier ice hockey trophy, as well as other

Category

Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Monumental, Georgian, Sterling Silver "Warwick Vase" Champagne Wine Cooler

Monumental, Georgian, Sterling Silver "Warwick Vase" Champagne Wine Cooler

Located in New York, NY

, Cambridge. It was also the model for the silver gilt tennis trophy, the Norman Brookes challenge cup won at

Category

1810s English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Monumental, Antique English, Sterling Silver "Warwick Vase" Champagne Cooler

Monumental, Antique English, Sterling Silver "Warwick Vase" Champagne Cooler

Located in New York, NY

The Silver Gilt Tennis Trophy, The Norman Brookes Challenge Cup Won At The Australian Open. .. The

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Large Two Handled Cup London 1905
20th Century Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Large Two Handled Cup London 1905

20th Century Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Large Two Handled Cup London 1905

By Samuel Walton Smith & Co.

Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London

A stylish and extremely large elegant plain formed silver cup/trophy decorated with a central

Category

Early 1900s English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver

A Pair of Silver Mounted Trophy Antlers
A Pair of Silver Mounted Trophy Antlers

A Pair of Silver Mounted Trophy Antlers

Located in Toronto, ON

Pr. Stag horn trophies mounted on slate brakets with sterling backplate, interior of the bracket is

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Slate, Sterling Silver

English Victorian Solid Silver Golf Trophy
English Victorian Solid Silver Golf Trophy

English Victorian Solid Silver Golf Trophy

Located in Middleburg, VA

A fine English Victorian solid silver (sterling) golf trophy on ebonized wood stand. Great detail

Category

19th Century English Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Wood

Antique French Silver Plate Art Deco Trophy Vase
Antique French Silver Plate Art Deco Trophy Vase

Antique French Silver Plate Art Deco Trophy Vase

Located in Dorchester, GB

A French Art Deco trophy. Very stylish bit of design with the simple clean shaped semi circle

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Silver Plate

Collection of Large Antique Silver-plate Trophies
Collection of Large Antique Silver-plate Trophies

Collection of Large Antique Silver-plate Trophies

Located in Dallas, TX

beautifully engraved and have a natural worn patina to the silver-plate finish. Each of the trophies has its

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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Trophy

Impressive Sterling Silver 1908–1913 Pierce Cycle Company Perpetual Trophy
Impressive Sterling Silver 1908–1913 Pierce Cycle Company Perpetual Trophy

Impressive Sterling Silver 1908–1913 Pierce Cycle Company Perpetual Trophy

By R. Wallace & Sons Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

trophy crafted in sterling silver by R. Wallace & Sons. Three-handled loving cup awarded on a yearly

Category

Early 1900s American Sporting Art Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Sterling Silver

Premier Prix Trophy by Christofle
Premier Prix Trophy by Christofle

Premier Prix Trophy by Christofle

By Christofle

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

. The silvered-bronze statue of a prize-winning bull surmounts a pedestal of red marble, which is

Category

19th Century French Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rolls Royce Seaplane Ashtray, 1928

Rolls Royce Seaplane Ashtray, 1928

Located in London, GB

A large, heavy gauge presentation ashtray mounted with a silver-plated Schneider Trophy seaplane of

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Trophy

Materials

Brass

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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 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 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 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 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.