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Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This wooden farm tray from northern China charms with its rustic finish and asymmetrical form. Hand

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This large wooden farm tray from perfectly balances rustic texture with minimalist simplicity

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Large Early 20th Century Provincial Chinese Tray
Large Early 20th Century Provincial Chinese Tray

Large Early 20th Century Provincial Chinese Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

Carved from pine, this hundred-year-old tray made in northern China charms with its rusticity and

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900
Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Large Provincial Chinese Farm Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This large wooden farm tray from perfectly balances rustic texture with minimalist simplicity

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Chinese Octagonal Red Lacquer Tray, C. 1870
Chinese Octagonal Red Lacquer Tray, C. 1870

Chinese Octagonal Red Lacquer Tray, C. 1870

Located in Chicago, IL

This late 19th-century tray is crafted of northern elm (yumu) with eight sides, an auspicious

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Platters and Serveware

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Chinese Floral Tea Tray
Early 20th Century Chinese Floral Tea Tray

Early 20th Century Chinese Floral Tea Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

century-old tray true provincial elegance. It has developed great character from years of serving tea

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

Chinese Carved Wooden Merchants' Tray, c. 1850
Chinese Carved Wooden Merchants' Tray, c. 1850

Chinese Carved Wooden Merchants' Tray, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Created from a single block of wood, this hundred-year-old tray made in Shanxi province charms with

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Elm

Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970
Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970

Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Exceptional 20th century magnificent Chinese solid silver gilt sake drinking set, comprising of a

Category

20th Century English More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970
Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970

Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Description Exceptional 20th century magnificent Chinese solid silver gilt sake drinking set

Category

20th Century English More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Petite Chinese Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900
Petite Chinese Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900

Petite Chinese Tray with Rose Mirror, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

-dynasty tray a provincial charm that recalls the warmth of home. The square tray has developed great

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Mirror, Pine

Chinese Folk Tea Tray with Mirror, c. 1940s
Chinese Folk Tea Tray with Mirror, c. 1940s

Chinese Folk Tea Tray with Mirror, c. 1940s

Located in Chicago, IL

Chinese tea tray. The rectangular tray has developed great character from years of serving tea, likely for

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mirror, Pine

Square Chinese Tray with Ridged Edges, c. 1900
Square Chinese Tray with Ridged Edges, c. 1900

Square Chinese Tray with Ridged Edges, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

tray a rustic charm that recalls the warmth of the home. The square tray is bordered by hand carved

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Platters and Serveware

Materials

Elm

Rustic Provincial Style Chinese Tea Tray
Rustic Provincial Style Chinese Tea Tray

Rustic Provincial Style Chinese Tea Tray

Located in Sheffield, MA

The organic rustic vintage Chinese country style serving tea tray, once a common item in most

Category

20th Century Asian Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

Chinese Export Porcelain Blue & White Spoon Tray with the Dutch Folly Fort
Chinese Export Porcelain Blue & White Spoon Tray with the Dutch Folly Fort

Chinese Export Porcelain Blue & White Spoon Tray with the Dutch Folly Fort

Located in Downingtown, PA

Chinese Export Porcelain blue & white spoon tray with the Dutch folly fort, circa 1775 The rare

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Silver, Onyx, and Rhodochrosite Mounted Tray, 19th Century
Rare Silver, Onyx, and Rhodochrosite Mounted Tray, 19th Century

Rare Silver, Onyx, and Rhodochrosite Mounted Tray, 19th Century

Located in Long Island City, NY

Rare silver, onyx, and Rhodochrosite Mounted tray, 19th century in great condition ready to

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Serving Pieces

Materials

Onyx, Silver

Mirrored Chinese Tea Tray with Floral Carvings, c. 1900
Mirrored Chinese Tea Tray with Floral Carvings, c. 1900

Mirrored Chinese Tea Tray with Floral Carvings, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

century-old provincial tray. The rectangular tray has developed great character from years of serving tea

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mirror, Pine

Chinese Export Crested Blue Fitzhugh Footed Trays, Beale Family, circa 1800
Chinese Export Crested Blue Fitzhugh Footed Trays, Beale Family, circa 1800

Chinese Export Crested Blue Fitzhugh Footed Trays, Beale Family, circa 1800

Located in Downingtown, PA

Knock your socks off dramatic! Chinese export crested blue fitzhugh footed trays, Beale family

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

Large 19th Century Chinese Export Black Lacquer Wooden Serving Tray
Large 19th Century Chinese Export Black Lacquer Wooden Serving Tray

Large 19th Century Chinese Export Black Lacquer Wooden Serving Tray

Located in Fayetteville, AR

an imperial palace displayed on an unfurling Chinese scroll at the center of the tray. A double

Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Napoleon III Platters and Serveware

Materials

Lacquer, Wood, Paint

1950s Tray by George Nelson for Boltabest China Shop
1950s Tray by George Nelson for Boltabest China Shop

1950s Tray by George Nelson for Boltabest China Shop

By George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

Classic 1950s Boltabest China Shop tray by George Nelson. Excellent condition!!

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Bakelite

Antique English Copeland Spode China Imari Cabaret or Vanity Tray
Antique English Copeland Spode China Imari Cabaret or Vanity Tray

Antique English Copeland Spode China Imari Cabaret or Vanity Tray

By W. T. Copeland

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Extraordinary antique English Copeland Spode China Imari cabaret tray, with printed mark for W.T

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Striped Cloisonne Tray
Striped Cloisonne Tray

Striped Cloisonne Tray

Located in Napa, CA

Beautiful striped Cloisonne tray from China. Ceramic tray is in mint condition with colorful, bold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chinese Figural Solid Brass Round Animal Engraved 30" Tray Top
Vintage Chinese Figural Solid Brass Round Animal Engraved 30" Tray Top

Vintage Chinese Figural Solid Brass Round Animal Engraved 30" Tray Top

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinese Figural Solid Brass Round Animal Engraved 30" Tray Top. Circa Mid 20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Porcelain Tray With Hand Painted Hydrangeas
Porcelain Tray With Hand Painted Hydrangeas

Porcelain Tray With Hand Painted Hydrangeas

Located in Chicago, IL

Petite tray of Chinese porcelain with hand painted hydrangea, in elegant blues and greens. Signed.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Lovely Floral Fine China Tea Set for Six with Floral Brass Tray by Melton
Lovely Floral Fine China Tea Set for Six with Floral Brass Tray by Melton

Lovely Floral Fine China Tea Set for Six with Floral Brass Tray by Melton

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This lovely vintage floral china tea service was purchased in the 1960s by a couple on their

Category

Vintage 1950s English British Colonial Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic

Brass Tray Side Table on Folding Stand
Brass Tray Side Table on Folding Stand

Brass Tray Side Table on Folding Stand

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Chinese polished brass tray table on bamboo folding stand. Hand hammered heavy brass platter with

Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinese Export Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Vintage hand painted tole wear galley tray
Vintage hand painted tole wear galley tray

Vintage hand painted tole wear galley tray

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a vintage hand painted tole ware galley tray. The galley tray has hand painted floral

Category

1990s Chinese Edwardian Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal

Petite Red Lacquer Mirror Tray, c. 1850
Petite Red Lacquer Mirror Tray, c. 1850

Petite Red Lacquer Mirror Tray, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

tray a timeless, provincial charm. The square tray has developed great character from years of use

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Mirror, Pine

Seletti "Hybrid-Dorotea"  Round Tray in Porcelain
Seletti "Hybrid-Dorotea"  Round Tray in Porcelain

Seletti "Hybrid-Dorotea" Round Tray in Porcelain

By Seletti

Located in Doral, FL

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Jade Serving Tray with Sterling & Ivory Handles, circa 1920
Jade Serving Tray with Sterling & Ivory Handles, circa 1920

Jade Serving Tray with Sterling & Ivory Handles, circa 1920

Located in NYC, NY

A fine Chinese Art Deco serving tray crafted from a single piece of jade with rich green color

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Serving Pieces

Dansk Spectra Cordials Set W/Tray Crystal Colorful Art Glass Shot Glasses
Dansk Spectra Cordials Set W/Tray Crystal Colorful Art Glass Shot Glasses

Dansk Spectra Cordials Set W/Tray Crystal Colorful Art Glass Shot Glasses

By Dansk

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

What a great looking modern shot glass and serving tray set in the wonderful Dansk style. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Large Dragon Tray, c.1910
20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Large Dragon Tray, c.1910

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Large Dragon Tray, c.1910

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th Century Chinese export silver impressively large tray, of rectangular form, silver mounted on

Category

20th Century Chinese More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Brass Little Tray with Birds decorative Pattern Japan 1930
Brass Little Tray with Birds decorative Pattern Japan 1930

Brass Little Tray with Birds decorative Pattern Japan 1930

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Small tray in brass, reperenting beautiful engraved Birds. Japan 1930, gold color. The brass plate

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Chinese Export Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Antique 20th Century Chinese Solid Silver & Wood Large Tea Tray c.1900
Antique 20th Century Chinese Solid Silver & Wood Large Tea Tray c.1900

Antique 20th Century Chinese Solid Silver & Wood Large Tea Tray c.1900

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century Chinese export solid silver impressively large tea tray, bamboo shaped

Category

20th Century Chinese Other Antiquities

Materials

Silver

Antique Butler's Tray Table, Carved, Oriental Teak, Folding Stand, circa 1900
Antique Butler's Tray Table, Carved, Oriental Teak, Folding Stand, circa 1900

Antique Butler's Tray Table, Carved, Oriental Teak, Folding Stand, circa 1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique butler's tray table, a carved oriental teak tray on folding stand dating to the

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Victorian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Teak

Late Qing Dynasty Carved Zitan Scholar's Tray with Silver Bamboo Design Handles
Late Qing Dynasty Carved Zitan Scholar's Tray with Silver Bamboo Design Handles

Late Qing Dynasty Carved Zitan Scholar's Tray with Silver Bamboo Design Handles

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

This Chinese tray of great color from the late 19th century features elaborately carved gallery

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Scholar's Objects

Materials

Silver

Chinese Export  Lacquered Tray Top Table, mid 18th century
Chinese Export  Lacquered Tray Top Table, mid 18th century

Chinese Export Lacquered Tray Top Table, mid 18th century

Located in Westwood, NJ

Chinese Export Lacquered Tray Top Silver Table with Scalloped Edge, Cabriole Legs on Pad feet

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Tables

Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Silver Tea Occasional Table Fret Work Carved Famboo
Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Silver Tea Occasional Table Fret Work Carved Famboo

Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Silver Tea Occasional Table Fret Work Carved Famboo

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning antique fretwork carved Chinese Chippendale silver

Category

Antique 19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Restored Hardwood Chinese Chippendale Silver Tea Table Fret Work Carved, Coffee
Restored Hardwood Chinese Chippendale Silver Tea Table Fret Work Carved, Coffee

Restored Hardwood Chinese Chippendale Silver Tea Table Fret Work Carved, Coffee

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

silver tray table In a modern sense this would be classed as a coffee table, but the traditional use

Category

20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Serving Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Hardwood Chinese Chippendale Style Silver Tea of Coffee Table Fret Work Carved
Hardwood Chinese Chippendale Style Silver Tea of Coffee Table Fret Work Carved

Hardwood Chinese Chippendale Style Silver Tea of Coffee Table Fret Work Carved

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

silver tray table In a modern sense, this would be classed as a coffee table but the traditional use

Category

Antique 19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Chinese export silver tray
Antique Chinese export silver tray

Antique Chinese export silver tray

By Tu Mao Xing

Located in London, GB

This silver tray is a beautiful piece of tableware, which skilfully blends Eastern and Western

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Chinese Export Silver Tray
Chinese Export Silver Tray

Chinese Export Silver Tray

Located in Torino, IT

A Chinese export silver tray made by Wai Kee Hong Kong, circa 1920. The tray is finely engraved all

Category

Early 20th Century Hong Kong Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Tea Tray by Kwan Wo, Chinese Export, 1900
Antique Silver Tea Tray by Kwan Wo, Chinese Export, 1900

Antique Silver Tea Tray by Kwan Wo, Chinese Export, 1900

By Kwan Wo

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century Chinese export solid silver tea tray of impressive size, featuring

Category

20th Century Chinese Other Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Large Tea Tray, Luen Hing, circa 1900
20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Large Tea Tray, Luen Hing, circa 1900

20th Century Chinese Solid Silver Large Tea Tray, Luen Hing, circa 1900

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early-20th century Chinese export solid silver impressively large tea tray, bamboo shaped

Category

20th Century Chinese Tableware

Materials

Silver

Vintage Chinese Vendor Tray
Vintage Chinese Vendor Tray

Vintage Chinese Vendor Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

footed tray a provincial charm. A tray like this would have been used by a street vendor to display their

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Platters and Serveware

Materials

Elm

Chinese Round Puddingstone Tray
Chinese Round Puddingstone Tray

Chinese Round Puddingstone Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

China. Prized by scholars for generations, the abstract patterns were an invitation for contemplation

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stone

Chinese Green Lacquer Tray
Chinese Green Lacquer Tray

Chinese Green Lacquer Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

tray a Provincial charm that recalls the warmth of the home. A tray like this would have been used to

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Platters and Serveware

Materials

Elm

Chinese Bamboo Serving Tray
Chinese Bamboo Serving Tray

Chinese Bamboo Serving Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

This rustic serving tray exemplifies the organic modern style with simple form and natural

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Bamboo, Reed

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1900
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1900

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Tableware

Materials

Lacquer, Pine

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, circa 1900
Petite Chinese Tea Tray, circa 1900

Petite Chinese Tea Tray, circa 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Tableware

Materials

Pine, Lacquer

Chinese Petite Tea Tray, c. 1900
Chinese Petite Tea Tray, c. 1900

Chinese Petite Tea Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple lines, a modest form, and a layer of hand-brushed lacquer give this petite Qing-dynasty tray

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pine

18th C. Blue & White Chinese Export Octagon Tray
18th C. Blue & White Chinese Export Octagon Tray

18th C. Blue & White Chinese Export Octagon Tray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An 18th-century Chinese export octagonal plate featuring a captivating blue and white design. The

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Ironstone

Engraved Chinese Brass Tray circa 1920
Engraved Chinese Brass Tray circa 1920

Engraved Chinese Brass Tray circa 1920

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

This antique brass tray was made in China in approximately around the 1920's. The tray is made from

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Export Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Carved Hardwood Serving Tray
Antique Chinese Carved Hardwood Serving Tray

Antique Chinese Carved Hardwood Serving Tray

Located in Paris, FR

A fine antique Chinese two-handled serving tray carved from a single piece of lacquered softwood

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Platters and Serveware

Materials

Softwood

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Chinese Silver Tray For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Chinese silver tray available at 1stDibs. A Chinese silver tray — often made from metal, wood and silver — can elevate any home. Find 101 options for an antique or vintage Chinese silver tray now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the Chinese silver tray you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A Chinese silver tray made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Chinese silver tray that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georg Jensen, Herend and Cum Wo produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Chinese Silver Tray?

Prices for a Chinese silver tray start at $75 and top out at $35,745 with the average selling for $880.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass 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.

Questions About Chinese Silver Tray
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify Chinese silver, first look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as on the bottom or interior. Most pieces will feature four markings. The first is a series of Chinese characters corresponding to the artisan who produced it. The second is the name of the retailer who sold it, usually printed in English. Chinese silver will also usually display the city of manufacture in either Chinese characters or English and a purity mark. Purity markings vary and may include numbers like “935” or “900,” the words “STERLING” or “SOLID SILVER” or Chinese characters that translate to "pure silver." You can learn more about your silver wares by comparing the markings on your pieces to information published on trusted online resources. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chinese silver.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, some Chinese silver is valuable. The term largely refers to silverware manufactured in and exported from China from 1870 through the 1940s. How much a particular piece of Chinese silver is worth depends on its style, age, condition and overall demand. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for assistance with valuation. Shop a wide range of Chinese silver tableware, jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To know if a silver tray is valuable, search the piece for markings that indicate the maker and materials. You can compare these markings to images found on trusted online resources to determine what type of silver the tray is and who produced it, and then research what similar pieces have sold for in the past. Generally, sterling silver and fine silver items fetch higher prices than silverplate. However, the maker, type and condition of a tray will also impact its value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also perform a valuation for you. Shop an assortment of silver trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The best way to tell if a tray is pure silver depends on what you mean by pure. It is very unlikely that any tray would be made of 100% pure silver. Generally, the highest purity of silver used to produce serveware is fine silver, which is 99.9% pure silver but still contains trace amounts of other metals. Sterling silver is much more commonly used to make trays and is 92.5% pure. To find out if your tray is made of fine silver, look for hallmarks that indicate its materials. Different countries employ varying silver hallmark systems, so research the marking using trusted online resources on your tray to determine its meaning. Alternatively, if by pure you mean solid silver that isn't plated, try placing a magnet near your tray. A strong attraction indicates that your tray features a thin layer of silver plating over a magnetic base metal. Should you need assistance identifying your tray, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can help you with the process. Find a wide range of silver trays on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Yes, some silver trays are worth something. If your tray is solid silver rather than silver plate, you can sell it on the scrap market and get the going rate for sterling or fine silver precious metals. Some trays may be worth more due to their age, style, maker and condition. Some makers that collectors often focus on include Georg Jensen, Tiffany & Co., Cristofle, Buccellati, Reed & Barton and Gorham. To get a rough idea of how much your tray may be worth, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of silver trays.