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Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Sanborns Mexico Sterling Silver Shot Glass Set
Sanborns Mexico Sterling Silver Shot Glass Set

Sanborns Mexico Sterling Silver Shot Glass Set

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Set of eight Sanborn's Mexico sterling silver shot glasses with chased Aztec rose border. In good

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Early 20th Century Mexican Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Shot Glass Jigger Thimble Art Nouveau
Sterling Silver Shot Glass Jigger Thimble Art Nouveau

Sterling Silver Shot Glass Jigger Thimble Art Nouveau

By E.G. Webster & Sons

Located in New York, NY

"JUST A THIMBLE FULL" A sterling silver 'thimble' jigger shot glass, Art Nouveau period, by E.G

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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Silver Shabbat Shot Cup, Poland 19th Century
A Silver Shabbat Shot Cup, Poland 19th Century

A Silver Shabbat Shot Cup, Poland 19th Century

$1,800

H 2.05 in W 1.93 in D 1.93 in

A Silver Shabbat Shot Cup, Poland 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Folk Art Silver Shabbat Shot Cup, made in Poland in the 19th Century. This Ceremonial Silver

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19th Century Polish Folk Art Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Silver

A Russian and Polish Silver Goblet and Shot Cup, Circa 1885-1910
A Russian and Polish Silver Goblet and Shot Cup, Circa 1885-1910

A Russian and Polish Silver Goblet and Shot Cup, Circa 1885-1910

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Russian and Polish silver goblet and shot cup set, dating from circa 1885-1910

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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Silver

Incredible sterling silver set of stacking beakers & shot glasses from 1861 & 71
Incredible sterling silver set of stacking beakers & shot glasses from 1861 & 71

Incredible sterling silver set of stacking beakers & shot glasses from 1861 & 71

By C. F. Hancock, John Samuel Hunt

Located in London, London

An interesting set of 6 stacking beakers and 6 shot glasses, presented in the original leather

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1860s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Shot Glasses
Sterling Shot Glasses

Sterling Shot Glasses

$600

H 2 in Dm 1.25 in

Sterling Shot Glasses

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Matched pair Russian engraved sterling shot glasses. PERIOD: Last quarter 19th Century ORIGIN

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Late 19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Decanter Set by Heath and Middleton 1896
Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Decanter Set by Heath and Middleton 1896

Victorian Sterling Silver and Glass Decanter Set by Heath and Middleton 1896

By Heath & Middleton

Located in London, London

silver and glass decanter and shot glass set is presented on a rectangular silver tray with raised sides

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1890s English Industrial Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

1870-1900 Four Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers/ 76 grams
1870-1900 Four Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers/ 76 grams

1870-1900 Four Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers/ 76 grams

Located in SE

Handsome quadro of random antique one French 3 Russian Imperial period Sterling Silver shots

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1870s Russian Russian Empire Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Silver, Sterling Silver

1887 Two Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers Jiggers /65grams
1887 Two Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers Jiggers /65grams

1887 Two Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers Jiggers /65grams

Located in SE

Handsome pair of random antique Russian Imperial period Sterling Silver shots / glass / silver

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1870s Russian Russian Empire Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Flask
Vintage Sterling Silver Flask

Vintage Sterling Silver Flask

$4,400

W 5 in D 1.5 in L 7 in

Vintage Sterling Silver Flask

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Vintage sterling silver flask with extendable shot glass lid. This wonderful flask features

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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hukin & Heath Spirit Decanter Set
Hukin & Heath Spirit Decanter Set

Hukin & Heath Spirit Decanter Set

$2,680

H 5.9 in W 4.7 in D 1.97 in

Hukin & Heath Spirit Decanter Set

By Hukin & Heath

Located in Northampton, GB

. The set comprising of a single rounded decanter bottle with sterling silver mounts and six shot

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Silver

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19th Century Russian Stag, Elk or Deer Motif Drinking Shot Cups
19th Century Russian Stag, Elk or Deer Motif Drinking Shot Cups

19th Century Russian Stag, Elk or Deer Motif Drinking Shot Cups

Located in New York, NY

A fine set of six solid silver 19th century after the hunt drinking cups - shot glasses by an

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19th Century Russian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Set of Ten Sterling Silver Shot Glasses by W Comyn
19th Century Set of Ten Sterling Silver Shot Glasses by W Comyn

19th Century Set of Ten Sterling Silver Shot Glasses by W Comyn

By William Comyns

Located in Dallas, TX

condition!! The shot glasses are held in a solid silver repousse base of cherubs celebrating the wine

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Shot Glass
Sterling Shot Glass

Sterling Shot Glass

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H 2 in Dm 1.75 in

Sterling Shot Glass

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A delightful and whimsical sterling silver shot glass in the the form of an oversized thimble

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver & Vermeil Giant Thimble Shot Glass, Late 19th Century
Sterling Silver & Vermeil Giant Thimble Shot Glass, Late 19th Century

Sterling Silver & Vermeil Giant Thimble Shot Glass, Late 19th Century

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Sterling silver & vermeil giant thimble shot glass, late 19th century. Comically engraved "Only A

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Oversize Sterling Silver Thimble Shot Cup, Hallmarked 1884
Oversize Sterling Silver Thimble Shot Cup, Hallmarked 1884

Oversize Sterling Silver Thimble Shot Cup, Hallmarked 1884

Located in London, GB

A superb silver cup modelled as an oversize thimble, with gilded interior and a nineteenth century

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1880s British Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Beaker / Shot Cup - Peter & Ann Bateman 1796
Antique Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Beaker / Shot Cup - Peter & Ann Bateman 1796

Antique Sterling Silver Parcel Gilt Beaker / Shot Cup - Peter & Ann Bateman 1796

By Peter and Ann Bateman

Located in London, GB

We are delighted to offer this wonderful Georgian solid silver parcel gilt beaker made by the

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Sterling Silver Hawkes Hand Engraved Glass Bottle & Shot, 1900
Antique American Sterling Silver Hawkes Hand Engraved Glass Bottle & Shot, 1900

Antique American Sterling Silver Hawkes Hand Engraved Glass Bottle & Shot, 1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique American sterling silver "Hawkes" hand-engraved glass bottle and shot, Circa 1890-1910.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tot Cups or Shot Cups, London, 1907
Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tot Cups or Shot Cups, London, 1907

Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tot Cups or Shot Cups, London, 1907

By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1907 by Wakely & Wheeler, this handsome set of 6 antique sterling silver

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Stylish antique sterling silver decanter and 12 shot cup set - made in 1908
Stylish antique sterling silver decanter and 12 shot cup set - made in 1908

Stylish antique sterling silver decanter and 12 shot cup set - made in 1908

By James Woods & Sons, Heath & Middleton

Located in London, London

& Middleton), this very stylish, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver & Glass Decanter & Mether Tot Cup Set, is

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Four Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Glasses, Early 20th Century
Set of Four Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Glasses, Early 20th Century

Set of Four Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Glasses, Early 20th Century

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Savannah, GA

Set of Four Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Glasses, Early 20th Century. Gold interior

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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arts and Crafts Hammered Sterling Silver Pocket Flask with Shot Glass Top
Arts and Crafts Hammered Sterling Silver Pocket Flask with Shot Glass Top

Arts and Crafts Hammered Sterling Silver Pocket Flask with Shot Glass Top

Located in Chicago, IL

screw on cap that doubles as a shot glass. This is a good sized flask that holds more than just a nip

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Chinese Silver Shot Glass, Lizard and Spider
Vintage Chinese Silver Shot Glass, Lizard and Spider

Vintage Chinese Silver Shot Glass, Lizard and Spider

Located in NEWARK, GB

A fantastic Chinese vintage novelty silver shot glass. This shot glass is a regular size with a

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Aperitif Liquor Cups or Vodka Shot Glasses, Set of 6
Sterling Silver Aperitif Liquor Cups or Vodka Shot Glasses, Set of 6

Sterling Silver Aperitif Liquor Cups or Vodka Shot Glasses, Set of 6

Located in New York, NY

An antique set of six (6) sterling silver aperitif cordial liquor/spirit cups or vodka shot glasses

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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Only A Thimble Full Cocktail Measure or Shot Glass
Art Deco Sterling Silver Only A Thimble Full Cocktail Measure or Shot Glass

Art Deco Sterling Silver Only A Thimble Full Cocktail Measure or Shot Glass

By Simons Bros. Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An engraved antique sterling silver 'Only a Thimble Full' cocktail measure or shot glass

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Simons Bros, Sterling Silver Thimble Two oz. Jigger Measure or Shot Cup Bar Tool
Simons Bros, Sterling Silver Thimble Two oz. Jigger Measure or Shot Cup Bar Tool

Simons Bros, Sterling Silver Thimble Two oz. Jigger Measure or Shot Cup Bar Tool

By Simons Bros. Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sterling silver thimble jigger or shot glass bar tool for measuring out liquor when mixing

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Early 20th Century American International Style Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver Leather Travel Liquor Bar
English Sterling Silver Leather Travel Liquor Bar

English Sterling Silver Leather Travel Liquor Bar

Located in Brooklyn, NY

with sterling silver caps and shot glasses in a tan stitched leather travel case. Symbols are present

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Silver

1879 Four Antique Russian solid 84 Silver Vodka Stopka Shots Beakers  / 159gr
1879 Four Antique Russian solid 84 Silver Vodka Stopka Shots Beakers  / 159gr

1879 Four Antique Russian solid 84 Silver Vodka Stopka Shots Beakers / 159gr

Located in SE

Handsome quadro of matching antique Russian Imperial period Sterling Silver shots / glass / silver

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1870s Russian Russian Empire Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Silver

English Sterling Silver "Just A Thimble Full" Shot Cup
English Sterling Silver "Just A Thimble Full" Shot Cup

English Sterling Silver "Just A Thimble Full" Shot Cup

By C. G. Silversmiths

Located in New York, NY

Novelty thimble-style shot cup with engraved saying "Just A Thimble Full". A high quality piece

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19th Century English Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Whiskey Shot Glass Fashioned as a Tooth
Victorian Sterling Silver Whiskey Shot Glass Fashioned as a Tooth

Victorian Sterling Silver Whiskey Shot Glass Fashioned as a Tooth

By Henry William Dee

Located in London, GB

A rare and unusual late Victorian, sterling silver whiskey shot glass fashioned as a tooth. By

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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Measure
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Measure

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Shot Measure

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Measures: 13/16" high, 30 ozs. With stepped body. Impressed Tiffany & Co./ Makers/ Sterling

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

Materials

Sterling Silver

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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Louis XVI Painted 3/4 Bed

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Louis XVI Painted 3/4 Bed was custom-made, as is the case with most fine beds from the period, designed to take a particular size of mattress before...

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1890s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Hardwood, Paint

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box

$781

H 3.15 in W 12.21 in D 7.49 in

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Oak

18th Century Black Swedish Oak Bureau - Antique Drop Front Secretary
18th Century Black Swedish Oak Bureau - Antique Drop Front Secretary

18th Century Black Swedish Oak Bureau - Antique Drop Front Secretary

Located in Kvidinge, SE

Fold-down flap with hidden drawers, secret compartment and writing interior Four larger drawers on the lower part of the front. Beautiful brass fittings, working lock and keys inc...

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Late 18th Century Rococo Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Brass

French Provincial King Headboard Powder Blue Ceruse Finish & Heavy Carved Detail
French Provincial King Headboard Powder Blue Ceruse Finish & Heavy Carved Detail

French Provincial King Headboard Powder Blue Ceruse Finish & Heavy Carved Detail

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous vintage French Provincial Renaissance style king sized headboard with antiqued powder blue ceruse factory finish & heavy carved off-white trim details including leaves, vine...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Wood

Rosace Bed, US King Hand Carved in the Louis XVI Style by La Maison London
Rosace Bed, US King Hand Carved in the Louis XVI Style by La Maison London

Rosace Bed, US King Hand Carved in the Louis XVI Style by La Maison London

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

The Rosace bed is an elegant example of the French LXVI style, with its classic columns and restrained ornamentation the bedstead stands tall and exudes a noble confidence. The apex ...

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2010s English Louis XVI Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Cane, Wood

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

By Victor Horta

Located in Lisse, NL

Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Tiffany Style Brown & Green Stained Glass Table Lamp, a Pair
Art Nouveau Tiffany Style Brown & Green Stained Glass Table Lamp, a Pair

Art Nouveau Tiffany Style Brown & Green Stained Glass Table Lamp, a Pair

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Plainview, NY

Art Nouveau Tiffany Style Brown & Green Stained Glass Table Lamp, a Pair : This captivating pair of Art Nouveau Tiffany-style table lamps is a masterful tribute to the elegance and ...

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20th Century North American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Bronze

Italian Art Nouveau style able lamps in colored glass and brass, 1980s
Italian Art Nouveau style able lamps in colored glass and brass, 1980s

Italian Art Nouveau style able lamps in colored glass and brass, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Art Nouveau style able lamps in colored glass and brass, 1980s Pair of table lamps with leaded glass lampshade in light blue, green and blue. The lampshade features elliptica...

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1980s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Brass

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

By Viners 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive, comprehensive antique George V English sterling silver Sandringham pattern flatware service for twelve persons - boxed; an addition to our canteen...

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20th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Chinese Antique General's Armoire
Chinese Antique General's Armoire

Chinese Antique General's Armoire

$1,800Sale Price|67% Off

H 66.5 in W 61 in D 24.5 in

Chinese Antique General's Armoire

Located in Somis, CA

A huge General's armoire from Shan Xi province, China's ancient frontier and trade post. Commanding at over 5' wide with solid structure and bold features, this exceptional piece dem...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Wood

Beautiful and Rare Art Nouveau Bar Table with an Complete Smoking Set
Beautiful and Rare Art Nouveau Bar Table with an Complete Smoking Set

Beautiful and Rare Art Nouveau Bar Table with an Complete Smoking Set

$6,969Sale Price|51% Off

H 36.23 in W 22.05 in D 14.18 in

Beautiful and Rare Art Nouveau Bar Table with an Complete Smoking Set

Located in Wien, AT

Art Nouveau bar and smoking set. Polished and stove enamelled on the upper side is the cigar box. It opens by pushing a button on the right side. Three oval bottles. Ten jiggers...

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Brass

Antique French Turquoise Beveled Square Opaline Box, Early 20th C.
Antique French Turquoise Beveled Square Opaline Box, Early 20th C.

Antique French Turquoise Beveled Square Opaline Box, Early 20th C.

Located in South Salem, NY

An antique French opaline glass beveled square box in a striking bright turquoise color. The polished glass is mounted with finely detailed gold bronze hardware, adding elegance to t...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Opaline Glass

Antique Chinese Temple Model
Antique Chinese Temple Model

Antique Chinese Temple Model

$950Sale Price|47% Off

H 26 in W 23 in D 10.5 in

Antique Chinese Temple Model

Located in Somis, CA

Beautiful model resembles China's real temple with exquisite carvings. Peonies and lotuses flank delicate doors decorated with "double happiness" carvings. These flowers are symbols ...

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19th Century Chinese Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Wood

Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker
Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker

Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker

By Pauly & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Silver Leaf

Émile Gallé "Grenouilles" Fruitwood Cabinet
Émile Gallé "Grenouilles" Fruitwood Cabinet

Émile Gallé "Grenouilles" Fruitwood Cabinet

$75,000

H 62.5 in W 26 in D 15.25 in

Émile Gallé "Grenouilles" Fruitwood Cabinet

By Émile Gallé

Located in New York, NY

This French Art Nouveau "Grenouilles" carved fruitwood cabinet by Émile Gallé features detailed and masterful marquetry depicting dragonflies and mushrooms in a lush, leafy landscape...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Beech, Fruitwood

“Watering the Cattle”
“Watering the Cattle”

Edmund Darch Lewis“Watering the Cattle”, 1881

$7,500Sale Price|40% Off

H 20 in W 30 in D 3 in

“Watering the Cattle”

By Edmund Darch Lewis

Located in Southampton, NY

Oil on canvas painting by the American artist, Edmund Darch Lewis. Signed lower right and dated, 1891. Several small punctures which will be professionaly restored. Old reline of ca...

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1890s Academic Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses

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Canvas, Oil

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Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique sterling silver shot glasses available for sale. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all antique sterling silver shot glasses available were constructed with great care. Antique sterling silver shot glasses have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique sterling silver shot glasses made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique sterling silver shot glasses have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Simons Bros. Co., Tiffany & Co. and C. G. Silversmiths are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Sterling Silver Shot Glasses?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $950, while they’re typically $160 on the low end and $8,500 highest priced.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.