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Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848
Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848

Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848

By Francis Higgins

Located in London, GB

Very unusual Victorian fiddle pattern sterling silver serving tongs with large serrated grips

Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Wm IV Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs by William Chawner London 1831
Antique Wm IV Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs by William Chawner London 1831

Antique Wm IV Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs by William Chawner London 1831

By William Chawner

Located in London, GB

A very good pair of antique sterling silver Fiddle pattern asparagus serving tongs by William

Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848
Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848

Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs by Francis Higgins, London, 1848

By Francis Higgins

Located in London, GB

Very unusual Victorian fiddle pattern sterling silver serving tongs with large serrated grips

Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Set of Five Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Spoons
Set of Five Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Spoons

Set of Five Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Spoons

By Josiah & George Piercy

Located in London, GB

A good set of five George III sterling silver fiddle pattern table spoons each with original family

Category

Antique 1810s English More Dining and Entertaining

Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Serving Spoons with Royal Marines Crest
Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Serving Spoons with Royal Marines Crest

Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Serving Spoons with Royal Marines Crest

By George Adams

Located in London, GB

Impressive pair of Victorian of sterling silver fiddle, thread and shell serving spoons applied

Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Ladle London 1841
Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Ladle London 1841

Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Ladle London 1841

By William Eaton

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Heading : Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Ladle Date : Hallmarked in London 1841 For William Eaton

Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery / Flatware, Fiddle Pattern
Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery / Flatware, Fiddle Pattern

Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery / Flatware, Fiddle Pattern

By George Adams

Located in London, London

A boxed single maker, mixed years set of antique, Victorian, sterling silver, Fiddle pattern

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Fiddle Pattern Sterling Silver Basting Spoon Charles Lias 1847
Victorian Antique Fiddle Pattern Sterling Silver Basting Spoon Charles Lias 1847

Victorian Antique Fiddle Pattern Sterling Silver Basting Spoon Charles Lias 1847

By Charles Lias

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1847 by Charles Lias, this handsome, Victorian, antique sterling silver

Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle & Thread Pattern Antique Sterling Silver Stilton Scoop by Henry Atkin
Fiddle & Thread Pattern Antique Sterling Silver Stilton Scoop by Henry Atkin

Fiddle & Thread Pattern Antique Sterling Silver Stilton Scoop by Henry Atkin

By Henry Atkin

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by Henry Atkin, this handsome, Edwardian, antique, sterling silver

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon by Mary Chawner
Victorian Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon by Mary Chawner

Victorian Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon by Mary Chawner

By Mary Chawner

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian sterling silver Fiddle pattern gravy

Category

Antique 1830s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Set of Cutlery / Flatware Fiddle Thread & Shell
Antique English Sterling Silver Set of Cutlery / Flatware Fiddle Thread & Shell

Antique English Sterling Silver Set of Cutlery / Flatware Fiddle Thread & Shell

By George Jackson & David Fullerton

Located in London, London

A boxed Single Maker, Singe Year set of Antique, Sterling Silver Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 148 Pieces
Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 148 Pieces

Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 148 Pieces

By James Robinson 1

Located in Big Bend, WI

. Exceptional Fiddle Thread & Shell by James Robinson, England, sterling silver Flatware set - 148 pieces. This

Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Fiddle Thread & Shell Sterling Silver Soup Ladle by George Adams 1879
Victorian Fiddle Thread & Shell Sterling Silver Soup Ladle by George Adams 1879

Victorian Fiddle Thread & Shell Sterling Silver Soup Ladle by George Adams 1879

By George Adams

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1879 by George Adams, this handsome, Victorian, antique sterling silver

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841
Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841

Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Fiddle Thread Shell Silver Butter Knife London 1841. Length: 7.5 inches. Weight: 2 oz.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Post Revolutionary American Coin-Silver Sterling Fiddle Thread Table Spoons, S/6
Post Revolutionary American Coin-Silver Sterling Fiddle Thread Table Spoons, S/6

Post Revolutionary American Coin-Silver Sterling Fiddle Thread Table Spoons, S/6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A grouping of six mixed maker, fiddle thread pattern, coin-silver or sterling silver serving spoons

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Colonial Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams
Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams

Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams

By George Adams

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Antique Silver Fiddle Thread Shell Sauce Ladle London 1873 George Adams. Goose egg oval bowl

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner
Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner

Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner

By Mary Chawner

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Three Fiddle Thread Shell large Teaspoons London 1836 Mary Chawner. Crested and motto La Jour

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of fiddle pattern basting spoons made by Mary Chawner London 1835
Pair of fiddle pattern basting spoons made by Mary Chawner London 1835

Pair of fiddle pattern basting spoons made by Mary Chawner London 1835

By Mary Chawner

Located in London, London

Sterling Silver Basting Spoons, are in fiddle pattern. Each basting spoon measures 12"(30cm) in length, and

Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Soup Ladle
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Soup Ladle

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Soup Ladle

By Chawner & Co., George William Adams

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver fiddle, thread and

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot

By William Evans

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

impressive accompanying hallmarked Scottish sterling silver fiddle pattern mustard spoon, the spoon was

Category

Antique 1880s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, composite antique English sterling silver Fiddle pattern

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Six Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern Egg Spoons

Six Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern Egg Spoons

By Elizabeth & John Eaton

Located in London, GB

The Spoons are made in the Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern and are double struck. Each is engraved

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

1815 Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by William Marshall
1815 Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by William Marshall

1815 Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by William Marshall

By William Marshall (Silversmith)

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Sterling silver shell & fiddle sugar tongs, Edinburgh, 1815. Marked WM for William Marshall, 1st

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Sterling Silver Preserve Pots, Antique George V
Pair of Sterling Silver Preserve Pots, Antique George V

Pair of Sterling Silver Preserve Pots, Antique George V

By Robert Pringle & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

with associated fully hallmarked sterling silver Fiddle pattern mustard spoons. The handle terminal

Category

Vintage 1920s English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Scottish Sterling Silver Fish Slice/Server - Antique Circa 1820
Scottish Sterling Silver Fish Slice/Server - Antique Circa 1820

Scottish Sterling Silver Fish Slice/Server - Antique Circa 1820

By William Jamieson

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Scottish sterling silver Fiddle pattern fish slice/server made by

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons

By Mappin Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Fiddle

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 18 Persons by William Eaton
Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 18 Persons by William Eaton

Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 18 Persons by William Eaton

By William Eaton

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

flatware set can be purchased with English sterling silver Fiddle, Thread and Shell pattern knives if so

Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle & Thread Pattern Spoon
A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle & Thread Pattern Spoon

A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle & Thread Pattern Spoon

Located in London, GB

The Spoon is modelled in the Hanoverian, Fiddle & Thread Pattern and is double struck. The Spoon is

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sterling Silver

A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle & Thread Pattern Spoon
A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle & Thread Pattern Spoon

A very rare George III Hanoverian Fiddle & Thread Pattern Spoon

Located in London, GB

The Spoon is modelled in the Hanoverian, Fiddle & Thread Pattern and is double struck. The Spoon is

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons by George Adams
Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons by George Adams

Antique Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 12 Persons by George Adams

By Chawner & Co., George William Adams

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, composite antique Victorian English sterling silver straight

Category

Antique 18th Century British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Toddy Ladles
Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Toddy Ladles

Antique Scottish Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Toddy Ladles

By James Douglas

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

These exceptional George III Scottish sterling silver toddy ladles have been crafted in the Fiddle

Category

Antique 1810s Scottish Regency Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Soup Ladle by Paul Storr
Georgian Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Soup Ladle by Paul Storr

Georgian Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Soup Ladle by Paul Storr

By Paul Storr

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Fiddle and Thread

Category

Antique 1810s English George III Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Gravy Spoon and Sauce Ladle Se
Antique Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Gravy Spoon and Sauce Ladle Se

Antique Sterling Silver Fiddle and Thread Pattern Gravy Spoon and Sauce Ladle Se

By Mary Chawner

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique William IV English sterling silver Fiddle and Thread

Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of 12 Irish Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Forks
Set of 12 Irish Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Forks

Set of 12 Irish Georgian Silver Fiddle Pattern Table Forks

By John Power, Samuel Neville

Located in Cornwall, GB

These superb Irish fiddle pattern table forks are in the traditional style, with the terminal

Category

Antique Early 1800s Irish Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Paul Storr Silver Gravy Ladles Sauce 1817 Military Battalion Fiddle
Pair of Paul Storr Silver Gravy Ladles Sauce 1817 Military Battalion Fiddle

Pair of Paul Storr Silver Gravy Ladles Sauce 1817 Military Battalion Fiddle

By Paul Storr

Located in London, GB

A pair of antique Georgian fiddle and thread Gravy Ladles by Paul Storr. These Classic George III

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fiddle & Thread Flatware Set Made in London in 1862 by Francis Higgins
Fiddle & Thread Flatware Set Made in London in 1862 by Francis Higgins

Fiddle & Thread Flatware Set Made in London in 1862 by Francis Higgins

By Francis Higgins

Located in London, GB

This exceptionally fine fifty eight piece fiddle and thread flatware set was made in London in 1862

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Runcible Spoon
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Runcible Spoon

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Runcible Spoon

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver Fiddle and Shell pattern

Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons, 1907
Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons, 1907

Edwardian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons, 1907

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver straight Fiddle

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 1880s Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons
Antique 1880s Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons

Antique 1880s Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Ten Persons

By George Adams

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight fiddle and

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Fiddle and

Category

Antique 1890s British Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

George Adams Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 6 Persons
George Adams Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 6 Persons

George Adams Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 6 Persons

By Chawner & Co., George William Adams

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver straight fiddle, thread and

Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian English Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Spoon
Georgian English Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Spoon

Georgian English Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Gravy Spoon

By Thomas Wallis II

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Fiddle pattern gravy spoon; part of

Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George iv Newcastle Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Soup Ladle
Antique George iv Newcastle Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Soup Ladle

Antique George iv Newcastle Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Soup Ladle

By George Samuel Lewis & John Wright

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George IV Newcastle sterling silver fiddle pattern soup

Category

Antique 1820s English George IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of 6 1870 English Sterling Silver Fiddle & Shell Teaspoons
Set of 6 1870 English Sterling Silver Fiddle & Shell Teaspoons

Set of 6 1870 English Sterling Silver Fiddle & Shell Teaspoons

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

1870 set of 6 sterling silver fiddle & shell sterling teaspoons, English. City assay office marks

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Fiddle Sterling Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of fiddle sterling silver on 1stDibs. A piece of fiddle sterling silver — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of fiddle sterling silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of fiddle sterling silver is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of fiddle sterling silver over the years, but those crafted by Frank Smith Co., George Adams and Paul Storr are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Fiddle Sterling Silver?

Prices for a piece of fiddle sterling silver start at $59 and top out at $16,822 with the average selling for $1,541.

Finding the Right Sterling-silver for You

Dining and entertaining changed drastically when we began to set our tables with sterling silver for holiday gatherings, wedding receptions, engagement parties and, in some of today’s homes, everyday meals.

Often called the “Queen of metals,” silver has been universally adored for thousands of years. It is easy to see why it has always been sought after: It is durable, strong and beautiful. (Louis XIV had tables made entirely of silver.) Sterling silver is an alloy that is made of 92.5 percent silver — the “925” stamp that identifies sterling-silver jewelry refers to this number. The other 7.5 percent in sterling silver is typically sourced from copper.

Neoclassical-style sterling-silver goods in Europe gained popularity in the late 18th century — a taste for sterling-silver tableware as well as tea sets had taken shape — while in the United States, beginning in the 19th century, preparing the dinner table with sterling-silver flatware had become somewhat of a standard practice. Indeed, owning lots of silver goods during the Victorian era was a big deal. Back then, displaying fine silver at home was a status symbol for middle-class American families. And this domestic silver craze meant great profitability for legendary silversmith manufacturers such as Reed & Barton, Gorham Manufacturing Company and the International Silver Company, which was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898, a major hub of silver manufacturing nicknamed “Silver City.”

Today, special occasions might call for ceremonial silver designed by Tiffany & Co. or the seductive sterling-silver cutlery from remarkable Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, but there really doesn’t have to be an event on the calendar to trot out your finest tableware.

Event- and wedding-planning company maestro Tara Guérard says that some “investment pieces,” such as this widely enamored alloy, should see everyday use, and we’re inclined to agree.

“Sterling-silver flatware is a must-have that you can use every single day, even to eat cereal,” she says. “Personally, I want a sterling-silver goblet set for 12 to 20; I would use them every time I had a dinner party. Ultimately, there are no criteria for buying vintage pieces: Buy what you love, and make it work.”

Whether you’re thinking “ceremonial” or “cereal,” browse a versatile collection of vintage, new and antique sterling-silver wares on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Fiddle Sterling Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 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 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 ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 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.