What does Silver Spoon mean?

In English-speaking countries, a silver spoon is typically a symbol of wealth. The common phrase, “born with a silver spoon in their mouth” refers to someone born into wealth.

What is the rarest silver spoon?

A silver spoon made by Paul Revere Jr. sold in auction in Dallas, Texas in 2001 for a record-setting price of $32,500 —the highest amount paid for an American silver spoon at this time. Shop a range of antique and vintage silver spoons on 1stDibs.

Are sterling-silver spoons solid silver?

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 world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How do you know if a spoon is real silver?

In order to tell whether silverware is real silver, buff the utensil with a non-abrasive soft white cloth and if the silver is real it will leave a slight black mark from tarnish.

How can I tell if a silver spoon is antique?

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.

How much is a solid silver spoon worth?

How much a solid silver spoon is worth will depend upon what silver is worth per ounce at any given moment — likely between $22 and $25 per ounce — as well as other factors. With respect to sterling silver, what a sterling spoon is worth will depend on condition as well as rarity, age, design quality and more. Sterling silver spoons are sold for anywhere from $5 to $2,500. It’s a broad range! Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling spoons on 1stDibs today.

Are silver-plated spoons worth anything?

Yes, some silver-plated spoons may be worth something. Generally, any value from silver-plated flatware comes from its maker, pattern and style rather than from its materials. The reason for this is that silver plate is predominantly base metal and features just a thin layer of genuine silver, which may not be suitable salvage. To learn how much your pieces may be worth, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of spoons and other flatware on 1stDibs.

How much is a silver serving spoon worth?

How much a silver serving spoon is worth would depend on if it is made of pure sterling silver or is silver plated. A great way to differentiate between the two is to look for a mark that identifies objects that are made of sterling silver. Sterling silverware made in the United States after roughly the 1850s will carry a marking: either “Sterling” or “925.” Silver-plated spoons can be worth up to $15 and a sterling silver spoon is worth more. Find a collection of antique and vintage silverware on 1stDibs.

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Antique Dutch Silver large Windmill figural Spoon

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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Italian Sterling Silver Figural Horse Head & Silverplate Salad Set, Fork & Spoon

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Italian Sterling Silver Figural Horse Head & Silverplate Salad Set, Fork & Spoon

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Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Aesthetic Period Figural Olive Spear and Spoon

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Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Aesthetic Period Figural Olive Spear and Spoon

By Gorham

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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$395

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Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Figural Shell Tea Caddy Spoon

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Antique German Silver Repousse Reticulated Tea Caddy Berry Serving Spoon 72g

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique German figural silver spoon with ornate open work handle of leaves, dragons, and Green Man

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Pair of Antique Dutch Silver figural Spoons, C.1890

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Pair of Antique Dutch Silver figural Spoons, C.1890

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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Oversize Antique Sterling Silver Figural Straining Spoon, circa 1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

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Antique Sterling Silver Figural Labors of Cupid Serving Spoon, c1890

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Antique Sterling Silver Figural Labors of Cupid Serving Spoon, c1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

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Rare Antique Silver Cupid Figural Spoon, London 1880 Martin Hall

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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Rare Antique Silver Jester Figural Head Spoon, Birmingham 1910 Elkington

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Christofle France Gallia Silver Plated Figural Gravy Sauce Boat w/ Swan Spoon

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Christofle France Gallia Silver Plated Figural Gravy Sauce Boat w/ Swan Spoon

By Christofle

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Christofle France Gallia Silver Plated Figural Gravy Sauce Boat w/ Swan Spoon. Circa Mid 20th

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Apostles by Gorham Sterling Silver Figural Dessert 13 Spoon Set Exceptional RARE

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H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

Apostles by Gorham Sterling Silver Figural Dessert 13 Spoon Set Exceptional RARE

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

This figural set was designed by one the greatest silver designer of all time, Antoine Heller, a

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Antique German Silver Repousse Reticulated Figural Bon Caddy Serving Spoon 72g 8

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Antique German Silver Repousse Reticulated Figural Bon Caddy Serving Spoon 72g 8

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique German silver open work repousse reticulated bon bon / caddy / tomato server with a scene

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Sterling Silver Figural "Labors of Cupid" Serving Spoon by Dominick & Haff

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Sterling Silver Figural "Labors of Cupid" Serving Spoon by Dominick & Haff

By Dominick and Haff Silver

Located in Big Flats, NY

Sterling silver figural "Labors of Cupid" serving spoon by Dominick & Haff, the pattern offering an

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Sterling Silver

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Gorham 'Narragansett' Sterling- Silver Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon

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Gorham 'Narragansett' Sterling- Silver Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Gorham 'Narragansett' Sterling- Silver Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon USA, circa 1890s A rare

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Italian 800 Silver Renaissance Style Figural Demitasse Spoons, Set of 8

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Italian 800 Silver Renaissance Style Figural Demitasse Spoons, Set of 8

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of eight silver demitasse figural spoons, each terminating in a symbol associated with Italy

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Antique Figural Silver Plate Classical Tufts School Fairy & Tulip Spooner

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Antique Figural Silver Plate Classical Tufts School Fairy & Tulip Spooner

Located in Big Flats, NY

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Christofle France Gallia Silver Plated Figural Gravy Sauce Boat Swan Spoon

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Christofle France Gallia Silver Plated Figural Gravy Sauce Boat Swan Spoon

By Christofle

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Christofle France Gallia Silver Plated Figural Gravy Sauce Boat with Swan Spoon Ladle

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Set of 6 Antique Figural Napoleon Demitasse or Coffee Spoons in .800 Silver

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Set of 6 Antique Figural Napoleon Demitasse or Coffee Spoons in .800 Silver

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons, Animal Hooves

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Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons, Animal Hooves

Located in Riverdale, NY

Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons from the turn of the 20th Century with animal hoof

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Antique 19th Century Figural Cut Crystal Caviar Server and Spoons

Located in Miami Beach, FL

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Late 19th Century Majolica Figural Honey Bear Spoon Handle Creamer

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Late 19th Century Majolica Figural Honey Bear Spoon Handle Creamer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, hooked through the scoop is a honey dipping spoon, forming the handle. The bowl of the spoon and the

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Early 20th Century Cast Silver Figural Caddy Spoon 'Wordsworth'

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Early 20th Century Cast Silver Figural Caddy Spoon 'Wordsworth'

By Bernard Instone

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

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Wood & Hughes Coin Silver Figural Aesthetic Serving Spoon

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Wood & Hughes Coin Silver Figural Aesthetic Serving Spoon

Located in New York, NY

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Antique Japanese Figural Geisha Girl Silver Tea Caddy Spoon, circa 1900

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Antique Japanese Figural Geisha Girl Silver Tea Caddy Spoon, circa 1900

Located in London, GB

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Located in Big Bend, WI

Sterling Silver Birds Nest by Gorham Ice Spoon 9 3/4" with pointed bowl pierced with teardrops

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Cast Silver Figural Caddy Spoon 'William Shakespeare'

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H 2.56 in W 1.86 in D 0.04 in

Cast Silver Figural Caddy Spoon 'William Shakespeare'

By Bernard Instone

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A rare early 20th century cast silver figural caddy spoon depicting 'The Bard,' William Shakespeare

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Figural Silver Spoon For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the figural silver spoon you’re looking for. A figural silver spoon — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer figural silver spoon, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A figural silver spoon, designed in the Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Tiffany & Co., Gorham and Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company each produced at least one beautiful figural silver spoon that is worth considering.

How Much is a Figural Silver Spoon?

Prices for a figural silver spoon can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $129 and can go as high as $2,795, while the average can fetch as much as $489.

Questions About Figural Silver Spoon

What does Silver Spoon mean?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In English-speaking countries, a silver spoon is typically a symbol of wealth. The common phrase, “born with a silver spoon in their mouth” refers to someone born into wealth.
What is the rarest silver spoon?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A silver spoon made by Paul Revere Jr. sold in auction in Dallas, Texas in 2001 for a record-setting price of $32,500 —the highest amount paid for an American silver spoon at this time. Shop a range of antique and vintage silver spoons on 1stDibs.
Are sterling-silver spoons solid silver?
1 Answer
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.
How do you know if a spoon is real silver?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In order to tell whether silverware is real silver, buff the utensil with a non-abrasive soft white cloth and if the silver is real it will leave a slight black mark from tarnish.
How can I tell if a silver spoon is antique?
1 Answer
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.
How much is a solid silver spoon worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
How much a solid silver spoon is worth will depend upon what silver is worth per ounce at any given moment — likely between $22 and $25 per ounce — as well as other factors. With respect to sterling silver, what a sterling spoon is worth will depend on condition as well as rarity, age, design quality and more. Sterling silver spoons are sold for anywhere from $5 to $2,500. It’s a broad range! Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling spoons on 1stDibs today.
Are silver-plated spoons worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
Yes, some silver-plated spoons may be worth something. Generally, any value from silver-plated flatware comes from its maker, pattern and style rather than from its materials. The reason for this is that silver plate is predominantly base metal and features just a thin layer of genuine silver, which may not be suitable salvage. To learn how much your pieces may be worth, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of spoons and other flatware on 1stDibs.
How much is a silver serving spoon worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
How much a silver serving spoon is worth would depend on if it is made of pure sterling silver or is silver plated. A great way to differentiate between the two is to look for a mark that identifies objects that are made of sterling silver. Sterling silverware made in the United States after roughly the 1850s will carry a marking: either “Sterling” or “925.” Silver-plated spoons can be worth up to $15 and a sterling silver spoon is worth more. Find a collection of antique and vintage silverware on 1stDibs.

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