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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vesta Case (1900)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case with Royal family
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sampson Mordan & Co. silver vesta case
Located in Braintree, GB
This is a Sampson Mordan & Co. silver vesta case. Made in England, 1913. Vestas are small cases
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1910s British Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Vesta Case
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case; an
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Golf English Sterling Silver Vesta Case
By George Houston
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with golfing interest
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Dutch Silver Vesta Case in the Shape of an Officers Boot, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
Antique Dutch silver vesta case in the shape of an officers boot. Dated circa 1870. 833 standard
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1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

George Houston Antique Edwardian 1906 Sterling Silver Vesta Case
By George Houston
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and collectable antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with billiard interest
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Japanese Meiji Cherry Tree and Insects Silver Vesta Case
Located in Portland, England
This very rare antique Meiji Japanese silver vesta case is decorated with a flowering cherry tree
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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver Vesta Match Case, circa 1875
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Exceptional nineteenth century silver vesta case by Tiffany. Stamped with date letter M which
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1870s American Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century English Gold And Sterling Silver Vesta Case/Keepsake
By Smith & Bartlam
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Early 20th Century English Gold and Sterling Silver Vesta Case/ Keepsake Pendant. It
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Wang Hing Chinese Export Silver Vesta or Matchsafe
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese export silver vesta or matchsafe. By Wang Hing & Co. of Hong Kong
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case with Enamel Portrait of Dog, W J Myatt & Co
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique sterling silver vesta case with enamel portrait of dog Made in Birmingham 1913 Maker: W J
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

An antique silver vesta case of extra small proportions by William Hair Haseler
Located in Central England, GB
This fine silver vesta case is of an unusual rare small size. It measures Height 3.7cm x width
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1920s English Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Vesta Match Strike Case, circa 1920's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Antique Silver Plate Vesta and Match Case from the Early 20th Century. This charming case has a
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Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Fox Vesta Case (1908)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver fox vesta case; an
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Early 1900s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fish Vesta Case (1891)
By Minshull & Latimer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver fish vesta case
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1890s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

1890s Antique French Silver Mussel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique French silver vesta case in the form of a mussel; an
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Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mussel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver Vesta case in the
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1860s Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Boot Vesta Case and Taper Holder
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Russian silver vesta case in the form of a boot, an
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1850s Russian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

An Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Vesta Case in the Form of a Devil’s Head
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An amusing sterling silver novelty vesta case / match safe in the form of a devil's head. The face
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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By Steinhart & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By Rolason Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By George Wilkinson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique English Sterling Silver Heart Match Safe / Vesta by William Hair Haseler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian figural matchsafe or vesta. In sterling silver. In the shape of a heart. Made
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Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Boar Vesta Case
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Sarcophagus Vesta Case (1886)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vesta case; an addition to our silver case collection. This fine antique Victorian English sterling
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1880s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Horseshoe Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case in the form of a
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1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian 1901 Sterling Silver Pig Vesta Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta box modelled in
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel vesta case
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1890s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Bear and Ragged Staff Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver and Erotica Enamel Vesta Case
By B&S, Birmingham 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and erotica enamel vesta case; an
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Miniature Engraved Vesta Match Case Birmingham 1886
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique late Victorian engraved sterling silver vesta match case, George Goodman, Birmingham
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Boar Vesta Box
By James Barclay Hennell
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta box
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1900s Sterling Silver and Enamel Flag Vesta Case
By Joseph Walton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver and enamel flag vesta case
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Thomas Johnson II Sterling Silver Tortoise Vesta Box
By Thomas Johnson II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta box
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Box (1889)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel vesta box
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1880s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian or Edwardian Pair of Silver Desert Cutlery Pieces
Located in Leesburg, VA
small works in silver, notably silver vestas (or match boxes), small pendants and brooches. His works
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Lighter & Vesta Case, London, c.1853
By Thornhill, Henry William Dee
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid-19th Century very rare Victorian solid silver vesta case and lighter, in a shape of a
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Niello Enamel and Silver Shoe Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Russian silver vesta case in the form of a shoe; an
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1850s Russian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case by Lawrence Emanuel
By Lawrence Emanuel, Birmingham 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel vesta case
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1890s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Chinese Export Silver Dragon & Waves Vesta or Matchsafe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese silver vesta or matchsafe. Decorated to both sides with an embossed dragon
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Combination Match Vesta & Snuff Box Francis Clark Birmingham 1846
By Francis Clarke
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique sterling silver combination snuff & vesta case, by the silversmith Francis Clark
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Sentry Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vesta case; an addition to our range of collectable silver cases. This exceptional antique Victorian
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1880s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

LOVELY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN SHAGREEN SHARK SKiN VESTA CASE FOR SMALL MATCHES ETC
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian circa 1880 Shargeen & Silver Vesta case for matches A very good looking, well made and decorative
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1880s European High Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century, 1897, Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver and enamel envelope style vesta
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1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Combination Vesta and Tobacco Box
By Smith & Bartlam
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver combination vesta and
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1910s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Punch and Judy Book Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Judy book vesta case; an addition to our range of collectable silver cases. This exceptional antique
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Dog Kennel Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By George Heath
Located in Newark, England
Silver and Enamel Vesta Case. The Silver and Enamel Vesta Case of Novelty shape modelled as a Dog Kennel
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Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Shakudo Vesta Case By Komai Otojiro
Located in Portland, England
This exquisite Japanese Meiji iron, gold & silver vesta case was made circa 1905 by Komai Otojiro
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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Gold, Silver

Continental Sterling Vesta Case Modeled as a Shoe
Located in Montreal, QC
. In addition to the rubbed marks it has British import marks for 1896. We believe it is German. Vesta
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1890s German Late Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Petite Bronze Dragon / Griffin Pattern Repousse Match Safe / Vesta
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique petite bronze dragon / griffin pattern repousse match safe / vesta with an ornate all-over
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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Bronze

2 Dutch Silver Match Vestas, 19th Century
Located in Delft, NL
2 Dutch Silver Match Vestas, 19th Century 2 Silver match vestas, Dutch silver, Silver Hallmarked
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19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

2 Dutch Silver Match Vestas, 19th Century
2 Dutch Silver Match Vestas, 19th Century
H 2.17 in W 0.99 in D 0.28 in
Antique Silver Golfing Match Safe, Vesta Case
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Golf Vesta case A round antique silver golfing match safe with striker on the bottom. The match
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Early 1900s English Sporting Art Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Lighter & Vesta Case
Located in Bilzen, BE
A silver very rare horseshoe shaped vesta case decorated with niello inlays opening on 2 sides
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19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign or Vesta Case
By Thomas Hayes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Victorian English sterling silver combination vesta or sovereign case has a subtly domed rectangular
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Table Snuff/Vesta/Trinket Barrel Box
By Frederick Edmonds & Edward J.W. Johnson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver table snuff
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1890s British Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver and Shibayama tobacco box with combination vesta case lid
Located in London, GB
A very fine and rare silver shibayama tobacco and combination vesta case lid and strikers on pot
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1910s English Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver

Antique French 19th Century Silver & Niello Vesta Case By A. Dubois
Located in Portland, England
This exceptional and rare antique French silver and niello vesta case dating to circa 1880 is made
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19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Niello

Austro-Hungarian Empire 1880 Budapest Vesta Tinder Box In .900 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
An Austro-Hungarian mechanical vesta tinder case. Beautiful antique fusee vesta tinder case
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1880s Hungarian Empire Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

GEORG ADAM SCHEID 1905 Austria Mechanical Vesta Wick Case In 900 Sterling Silver
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in Miami, FL
A mechanical vesta case designed by Georg Adam Scheid. This is a fabulous mechanical vesta case
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Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Peter Hertz 1857 Denmark Vesta Cigar Cutter Lighter Box In .925 Sterling Silver
By Peter Hertz
Located in Miami, FL
Multifunctional vesta lighter box designed by Peter Hertz (1811-1885). Beautiful antique vesta
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1850s Danish Early Victorian Antique Silver Vestas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Antique Silver Vestas For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique silver vestas for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique silver vestas — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Antique silver vestas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver vestas made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique silver vestas are appealing in their simplicity, but Sampson Mordan & Co., John Millward Banks and Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders and James Francis Hollings Shepherd produced popular antique silver vestas that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Silver Vestas?

Antique silver vestas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,172, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $10,601.
Questions About Antique Silver Vestas
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Vesta cases or vesta boxes are small portable boxes to protect matches and make sure they stay dry, which is why they are also known as match safes. They are named after the Roman goddess of the hearth, Vesta.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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 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.