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Vintage Silver Centerpiece, England 1912
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Silver Centerpiece, England, 1912. So-called "épergne", in sterling silver, marked "925
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1910s English Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Silver Plates, 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage silver plates with beautiful drilled decoration on the border. Marked on the base. 19th
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19th Century European Modern Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Plated Victorian Style Ornate Lidded Covered Serving Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Silver Plate Victorian Style Ornate Lidded Covered Serving Dish. Item features divider to
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated English Victorian Style Lidded Vegetable Serving Platter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Silver Plated English Victorian Style Lidded Vegetable Serving Platter. Item features an
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver plated car Radiator Hip Flask by James Dixon
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
Vintage Silver plated Hip Flask In the Form of a 1920s Vintage Car Radiator Screw cap, Stylised
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1920s British Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Mexican Creamer
Located in New York, NY
Antique small silver pitcher / creamer. Silver casted piece with metal engraving and a carved face
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Early 19th Century Mexican Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Mexican Creamer
Vintage Silver Mexican Creamer
H 6.5 in W 7.5 in D 4.75 in
Vintage Silver Plated Victorian Style Regency Heavy Twin Handle Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage silver plated Victorian Style Regency Heavy twin handle platter tray. Item features
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Box, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage silver box is a precious decorative object realized in the early 20th century. Very
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1920s European Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Box, Early 20th Century
Vintage Silver Box, Early 20th Century
H 1.78 in W 6.11 in D 3.94 in
Vintage Silver Box, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage silver box is a precious decorative object realized in 20th century. Very elegant box in
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Early 20th Century European Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Box, Early 20th Century
Vintage Silver Box, Early 20th Century
H 1.26 in W 6.5 in D 3.75 in
Vintage Silver Plate Egg Warmer
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage egg warmer, circa 1920, in silver plate, featuring three dragons on scrolled legs of the
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1920s English Late Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plate Egg Warmer
Vintage Silver Plate Egg Warmer
H 7.5 in W 5 in D 5 in
Vintage Silver Cup by Bosato, Italian Manufacture First Half of 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage silver cup, Bosato Manufacture, Venice, beginning of 20th century. Smooth body, base in
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French Vintage Silver Plate Table Vanity Mirror
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
An elegant antique French vintage silver-plated oval tilt-back table vanity mirror.
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19th Century French Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Squirrel Round Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A lovely vintage silver round squirrel brooch. The brooch is made of polished silver and
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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Squirrel Round Brooch
Vintage Silver Squirrel Round Brooch
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W 1.97 in L 1.97 in
Vintage Silver Marcasite Fish Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This lovely vintage silver fish brooch is set with marcasite and paste stones. The silver rectangle
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Early 20th Century European Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Marcasite, Silver

Vintage Silver Plate 21 Club "GOOD LUCK" Bottle Opener / Corkscrew by P.H. Vogel
By P.H. Vogel & Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage silver plate combination bottle opener / corkscrew in the form of a large 7" key. The
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Overlay Glass Ashtray w/ Sailfish, Unusual Large Size, 8"
By Rockwell Silver Company
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early twentieth century glass cigar ashtray of unusual large size (almost 8" diameter), with silver
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Plate Salt & Pepper Shaker, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated pair of Salt & Pepper shaker, vintage Sweden. Nice addition to every
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Centerpiece, Italy, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Silver vintage centerpiece is a precious decorative object realized in the 20th century. A very
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Silver Box, Austria, 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage silver box is a precious decorative object realized in the Austro-Hungarian Empire 19th
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19th Century Hungarian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

Vintage Silver Box, Austria, 19th Century
Vintage Silver Box, Austria, 19th Century
H 5.91 in W 3.94 in D 9.85 in
Vintage Silver Serving Cutlery - England Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Silver Serving Cutlery is a couple of a precious decorative object realized by English manufacturer
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Late 19th Century British Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Coffee and Tea Set by Wmf
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Roma, IT
Silver coffee and tea set is an original group of decorative objects realized in the between the
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Plated Acorn Leaf Fruit Bowl Catchall, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated leaf bowl with bakelite Apple handle, vintage Sweden. Nice addition to
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated Rose Decor Fruit Bowl Catchall, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated bowl with handle, vintage Sweden. Nice addition to every table. Some
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Pitcher by Pasquale and Mariano Alignani, 1920-1940
Located in Roma, IT
Designed by Pasquale and Mariano Alignani, Bolli Milano - Fascism Age (1920-1940). Silversmith: Pasquale e Mariano Alignani. Very good conditions. This artwork is shipped from I...
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Chinese Carved Vintage Silver Jewelry Cabinet Collector Chest
Located in Baltimore, MD
Intricately carved serving vintage silver jewelry buffet cabinet chest of drawers from Southeast
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19th Century Southeast Asian Ming Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Brass

Vintage Silver Plated Tea Set On Tray, English C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Very smart silver plated matching 4 piece tea set on a tray Fabulous quality. Makers marks on
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1920s English Edwardian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Plate Gold Wash Sugar Scuttle Scoop Server Pitcher, Sweden
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated sugar scuttle server, vintage Sweden. Nice addition to every table. Some
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plate Tea Urn
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Decorative silver plate tea urn. Sit this on your sideboard for charm.
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Mid-19th Century Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated Golf Trophy
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Silver Plated Hole In One Trophy. A nice unusual golf trophy, ideal as an hole in one trophy
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19th Century English Sporting Art Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated Golf Trophy
Vintage Silver Plated Golf Trophy
H 5.12 in W 5.12 in D 3.75 in
Vintage Silver Plate 'Twist-A-Mixer' 48 Once Cocktail Shaker / Mixer
Located in Nantucket, MA
Silver plate, 48oz. cocktail shaker of urn-form on a raised foot, having a pour-spout with integral
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plate Open Salt Pot Catchall, 1880s, Germany or Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous silver plated, 1880s small open salt or spice pot with a cute little spoon. Found at an
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1880s Austrian Late Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plate Candy Dish Basket Tray, 1910s, Germany or Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Art Nouveau Candy Dish Basket with two handles. Hallmarked with numbers.Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Nice addition to any table.
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Moka Set by William Hutton & Sons, England, Early 1900
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Roma, IT
Silver plated Moka set is an original decorative group of objects realized in the first half of the
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Wooden Shoe Clog Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
. Vintage Dutch silver three-dimensional filigree wooden shoe charm pendant. This lovely silver wooden shoe
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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Plate Horseshoe Jockey Catchall, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous silver plated, 1920s small pot with a horseshoe and some horse race related items. Think
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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Black Jet Filigree Dangle Earring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
design of the earring is made with fine silver filigree and set with black jet in bezel frame. The
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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Native American Concho Coral Belt
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Large Rare Native American Concho Coral Belt condition is consistent with age and use over
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Vintage Silver

Vintage Silver Base by Galileo Paoli, 1920-1940
Located in Roma, IT
Mark Florence - fascism age (1920-1940). Silversmith: Galileo Paoli fu Ansalone. Vero good conditions. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwor...
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage silver and Blue enamel fob pendant, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage sterling silver and enamel fob pendant. It is a circular shaped piece with
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Vintage Hotel Silver Plated Teapot
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage silver plated tea pot, 5 in x 7 in at widest point, some scratches and dents, marked Grace
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Late 19th Century North American Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

A Pair of Vintage Silver Heron Birds Decorative Sculptures
Located in Firenze, IT
This lovely pair of vintage hand crafted Silver Herons sculptures can be dated to the early 20th
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Vintage Silver Plated Table Lamp, France, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare elegant handmade table lamp, which is silver plated and partly provided with ornaments on the
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1920s Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Gelatin Photograph Jacques Lipchitz Bronze Sculpture Photo Signed
By Marc Vaux
Located in Surfside, FL
Marc Vaux, a figure of Montparnasse, pro­duced a trove of pho­tographs which are cur­rently held in the col­lec­tion of the Centre Pompidou in Paris, France. Marc Vaux was com­mitted...
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1920s Modern Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin

Vintage Set of 12 Sterling Silver Goblets
By Bishton's Ltd
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver goblets; an
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1660s British Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Antique Silver Spoons
Located in Hampshire, GB
A scarce cased set of 6 antique valuable silver spoons. An elegant Vintage Silver Tea / Coffee
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1850s English Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf

Exclusive Silver SPOONS, 4 pcs. Antique Silver Dinner Spoon & Box Flat Ware
Located in Hampshire, GB
A Rare Cased Set of 4 antique valuable silver Spoons. An Elegant English Patterned Vintage Silver
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Early 1900s English Hollywood Regency Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf

Silver Vintage Cameo Shell Ring
By Cameo Italiano - Diluca S.R.L
Located in New York, NY
Vintage silver cameo shell ring. Moderate wear throughout. Missing one stone. Vintage silver cameo
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Mid-19th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Vintage Silver Plated Box by Domney and Brown Birmingham, England, 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Box is an original decorative object realized at the end of XIX century by English
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19th Century British Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Hard to Find - Napier Art Deco Silver Plate "Bucket Full" 4oz Spirit Measure
By Napier Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage silver plate spirit measure / jigger by Napier in the form of a pail inscribed "BUCKET FULL
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Victorian Scalloped Edge Lidded Vegetable Serving Platter Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Silver Plated Victorian Scalloped Edge Lidded Vegetable Serving Platter Dish. Item features
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Barbour Silver Co. Silver Plated Figural Cardinal Birds Nut Dish
By Barbour Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Barbour Silver Co. Silver Plated Figural Cardinal Birds Nut Dish. Circa Early to Mid 20th
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

International Silver Comapany Vintage Stuffing Serving Spoon with Monogram H
By International Silver
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The International Silver Company was formed in 1898 by various independent New England silversmiths
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1890s American Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

E Mander & Son Vintage Sterling Silver Photograph Frame
By E. Mander & Son Ltd
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver photograph frame; an addition to
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1920s English Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1950s Daffodil Silverware by International Silver signed 1847 by Rodgers Bros
By John Rodgers & Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This vintage silver-plated Daffodil flatware by Rogers Bros dates back to 1950. A lovely set of
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1850s American Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage EPC Sheffield English Victorian Silver Plated Hinged Lid Silent Butler
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage EPC Sheffield English Victorian Silver Plated Hinged Lid Silent Butler. Item features is
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Silverplate English Victorian Floral Repousse Champagne Chiller Wine Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Silver Plated English Victorian Style Floral Repousse Champagne Chiller Wine Ice Bucket
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage King’s Pattern Soup Ladle Shell Motif, Silver Plate, England
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated Soup Ladle in Kings Pattern, vintage England. Nice addition to every
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique French Silver and Ceramic Door Bell Push, Bell Ringer
By Émile Froment-Meurice
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful, rare vintage Silver and Ceramic door bell push. This gorgeous piece is made from
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wallace Silversmiths Grand Baroque Vintage Sterling Silver Gravy Bowl 4995
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Addison, TX
Beautiful Grande baroque by Wallace sterling silver gravy boat marked #4995. This gravy boat
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Baroque Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mount Vernon by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 56 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage Mount Vernon by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 56 pieces. This set includes: Eight
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Early 20th Century Antique Vintage Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Antique Vintage Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique vintage silver for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of antique vintage silver, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made choice in our collection of antique vintage silver has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Georg Jensen and Johan Rohde are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Vintage Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of antique vintage silver at 1stDibs is $664, while they’re typically $30 on the low end and $353,352 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Vintage Silver
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To tell if silver is vintage, locate the hallmarks that identify its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and to look for pieces similar to yours to estimate when it was produced. Generally, silver made 20 to 99 years ago is vintage. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can help you identify vintage silver. Explore a wide range of silver wares 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    “Vintage” is a word used to generally describe items that were made before 1950. “Antique” is a term applied to anything made before 1900. If you have vintage silver, it was likely created between 1900 and 1950. Shop a collection of vintage and antique silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.

  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.