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Kings by Campenhout French Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 75 PC Fitted Box
By Campenhout Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
CAMPENHOUT, PARIS STERLING silver KINGS STYLE flatware set (WITH NEW KING BY D&H KNIVES), 75 pieces
Category
20th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Set of 6 Sterling Silver Forks by Watson
By Watson Silver
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 6 sterling silver luncheon or place forks, Mount Vernon pattern of 1907 by Watson. With the
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Richelieu by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 56 Pcs Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Richelieu by International Sterling Silver flatware set, 56 pieces. This set includes
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Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
French Empire Sterling Silver Salt Cellar Blue Glass Liners Return from Egypt
By F.B. Rogers Silver Co., Barbour Silver Co., Gorham CO., Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
French Napoleonic Empire table set "return from Egypt"
Made of sterling silver and cobalt blue
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 5 in W 2.7 in D 2.7 in
Angelique by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 51 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Angelique by International sterling silver flatware set - 51 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives
Category
Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique French Napoleonic Sterling Silver Tableware Regency Empire Fish Slice
By Odiot, Benedict Silver Co. 1, Gorham Manufacturing Company, Barbour Silver Co., Dorlyn Silversmiths
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
French sterling silver Fish slice
Finely pierced flowers, engraved dolphin and an ebonized handle
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Antique Early 18th Century French Regency Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1 in W 13.8 in D 3.1 in
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 24 Service 258 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
forever.
Monumental Wedgwood by International sterling silver Flatware set - 258 Pieces. This set
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20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Scroll by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 33 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely French Scroll by Alvin sterling silver Flatware set - 33 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
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Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
French Scroll by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful French Scroll by Alvin c1953 sterling silver Flatware set of 48 Pieces. This set includes
Category
Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Angelique by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service, 55 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Angelique by International sterling silver flatware set, 55 pieces. This set includes
Category
Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Richelieu by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set of 12 Service 102 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
the popular acanthus leaf.
Stunning Richelieu by International sterling silver flatware set of 102
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Vintage 1930s Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
French Scroll by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon 34 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
French Scroll by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 34 Pieces. This set includes:
8 KNIVES, 8 7
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
George II Rex by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 81 Pc Dinner & Lunch for 6
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
GEORGE II REX HAND CHASED BY WATSON sterling silver Dinner & Luncheon Flatware service, 81 pieces
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
19th Century French Sterling Silver Folding
Located in LEGNY, FR
Folding travel case in sterling silver and silver filled with rococo style decoration which
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Empire by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 51 pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Dinner Size Empire by Durgin sterling silver flatware set - 51 pieces. This pattern was
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20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
King by Kirk Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 42 Pieces No monograms
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
King by Kirk-Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware set - 42 pieces. Kirk-Stieff's version of the
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Fine Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer
By Puiforcat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French tea strainer.
In sterling silver.
Fully hallmarked.
Simply a wonderful
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Early 20th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Circa 1939 Pair of Sterling Gravy Ladles
By International Silver
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage pair of sterling silver gravy ladles, Prelude pattern by International. 1939 pattern
Category
Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XVI French Sterling Silver Ecuelle on Dish
By Hience Antoine
Located in Torino, IT
, Paris, 1803. Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Measures
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Antique 19th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian French Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Fish Slice
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Victorian, French, sterling silver fish slice/knife, Tiffany & Company, Paris, circa 1870.
Blade is
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Antique 1870s French Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique French Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Firenze, IT
sterling silver coffee pot,the main body and lid with guilloche engraved "grain de riz'" pattern. Centered
Category
Antique 1870s French Louis Philippe Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
12 French Sterling Silver Place Card Holders
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 12 Sterling Silver Place Card Holders with openwork decoration, rocaille, foliage and
Category
Antique 1880s Louis XV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Francis I by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 52 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Francis I by Alvin sterling silver flatware set - 52 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives with
Category
Vintage 1910s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th French Terracotta and Sterling Silver Vegetable Dish
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Terracotta and Sterling Silver vegetable
Decorated with a frieze of pearls, foliage and foliage
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Antique 1880s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dessert Compote Glass Bowl
By Puiforcat
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dessert Compote Glass Bowl
Puiforcat, 2 sterling silver French
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Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Goldsmith Campenhout - Art Deco Period Solid Silver Wine Cooler
By Campenhout Silver
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Solid silver wine cooler, Minerva hallmark circa 1930, ovoid shape with flat bottom, plain body and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century French Sterling Silver Rococo Chocolate Pot
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant 19th century French hallmarked sterling silver chocolate pot with embossed decoration
Category
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
French, Sterling Silver Dish/ Bowl in Art Deco Style
Located in New York, NY
French, 0.950 (higher purity than sterling) multilobe silver bowl in Art Deco style, from the early
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier France Stamped 925 Sterling Silver Martini Goblets, A Pair
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier France Stamped 925 Sterling Silver Martini Goblets- A Pair
Offered for sale is a pair of
Category
20th Century French Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 170pc. French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Flatware Set
By Odiot
Located in Wilmington, DE
foremost French silversmith – Puiforcat. Each of the sterling silver and vermeil pieces contains the
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gruhier - Original French Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tureen
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris the Birthplace of Art Deco, a Stunning "Gatsby Era" Original French 950 Sterling
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Odiot - Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Candy Serving Dish, 1880s
By Odiot
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from a Chateaux in the South of France, A Magnificent 19th Century 950 Sterling Silver Candy
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lapparra - 328pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set + Cabinet
By Lapparra Orfèvre Argentier
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Stunning 328 piece, Louis XVI French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set (Service
Category
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Creamer by French Master Silversmith Andre Aucoc
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality French sterling silver creamer bearing the makers mark Aucoc.
This most elegant pot
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Vase
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Nice Sterling silver vase from the Art Nouveau period
Decorated with leafy and flowering branches
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tetard Freres - 115pc. French Sterling Silver Flatware Set + Storage Chest
By Tetard Freres
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a Magnificent 115pc. French Sterling Silver Flatware Set + Storage Chest by one
Category
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 4pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Covered Tureen
By Puiforcat
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a Stunning Large 4pc. Covered Louis XVI, Antique 950 Sterling Silver Vegetable
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac (Christofle) - Two 5-Candle French 950 Sterling Silver Candelabra
By Cardeilhac
Located in Wilmington, DE
-Candle 950 Sterling Silver Candelabra by France's Premier Silversmiths Jacques and Pierre Cardeilhac
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early French Solid Silver Sterling Hip Flask 1835 Paris
Located in London, GB
A magnificent solid silver and crystal hip flask with weaved wicker half cover.
The cup, colar and
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Henin Freres - 9 Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Serving Pieces
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent set of 9 antique French 950 sterling silver flatware serving
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Puiforcat 19th Century French Sterling Silver Centerpiece Stands Dishes
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in New York, NY
Emile Puiforcat, 19th century, French, sterling silver centerpiece stand with exquisite decorations
Category
Antique 19th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
French Henin & Cie 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service France 165 Pieces
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful monumental French 950 silver flatware set made by Heinin & Cie from 1896, Paris, 165
Category
Antique 1890s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Sterling Silver Gravy/Sauce Boat
Located in Vista, CA
Sterling silver gravy/sauce boat, with attached tray.
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Magnificent Rare Solid Silver Sterling Sauce Boat France Sormani Paris
By Paul Sormani
Located in London, GB
Magnificent Solid Silver sauce boat in the shape of a shell
Exquisite workmanship and finely
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Keller - 198pc Antique French Sterling Silver & Vermeil Flatware Set + Chest
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in Wilmington, DE
Keller sterling silver manufacturer's hallmark in addition to the French Government’s Head of the Minerva
Category
Antique 1890s French Gothic Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Carafe with Crest
Located in Vista, CA
Sterling silver carafe with crest, used for hot milk or cream.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Odiot - 126pc. Antique 19th Century French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set
By Odiot
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from a Private Mansion in Paris, A Magnificent 126pc. 19th Century French 950 Sterling
Category
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Renaissance by Christofle France Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 79 Pieces
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Christofle's most prestigious model.
Superb Dinner Size Renaissance by Christofle France sterling silver
Category
1990s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bernard Buffet (1928-1999), French artist. Year plate in sterling silver. 1976.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bernard Buffet (1928-1999), French artist.
Year plate in sterling silver. 1976.
Engraved image of a
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Vintage 1970s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 169pc. French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set (Noailles)
By Puiforcat
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Superb 169pc. 19th Century 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set with 19 Serving
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Glass Decanter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling silver and glass decanter. The decanter has 4 different compartments.
Category
Early 20th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 3pc. Louis XVI French 950 Sterling Silver Covered Server
By Puiforcat
Located in Wilmington, DE
French Government's Head of the Minerva 1 Hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver as well as
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bonnescoeur - 178pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set + Cabinet
By Edmond Bonnescoeur
Located in Wilmington, DE
sterling silver (vermeil) blades on the mother-of-pearl handled dessert knives also bears the French
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
French antique sterling silver dessert flatware - 24 pieces - Louis XVI style
By Paul Canaux and Company 1
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
French antique sterling silver dessert flatware for 12 guests, 24 pieces composed of 12 dessert
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Savary - 277pc. Antique French Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 26 Serving Pieces.
By Savary Paris 1
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from a Private Chateau Outside of Paris, A Stunning 277pc. 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century, French, Sterling Silver and Mother-of-Pearl Fish Cutlery
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 19th century French Sterling silver and mother-of-pearl fish cutlery, service for 8
Category
Antique 1890s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 7.49 in W 1.19 in D 0.79 in
Keller - Antique French Original Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tureen
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in Wilmington, DE
Silver Serving Tureen in Near New by France's Premier Art Deco Silversmith "Gustave Keller" and No
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Fish Server French Rare
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co.
Sterling silver fish server 11 1/4" in the pattern Chrysanthemum
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Sterling Silver Set of 12 Knife Rests in Art Deco Style
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12, French 0.950 (higher purity than sterling) silver knife rests in beautiful curvilinear
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Box by Emilie Langlois Gilded Stamped, France, 1940
Located in Paris, FR
Sterling silver box by Emile Langlois, France, 1888-1924. Weight 170 g.
Border around rim of lid
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
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French Silver Sterling For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic French silver sterling available at 1stDibs. A French silver sterling — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Find 1891 options for an antique or vintage French silver sterling now, or shop our selection of 37 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French silver sterling, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each French silver sterling bearing Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Rococo hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made French silver sterling over the years, but those crafted by Emile Puiforcat, Christofle and Jean Puiforcat are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a French Silver Sterling?
Prices for a French silver sterling can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $40 and can go as high as $236,539, while the average can fetch as much as $1,674.
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 French Silver Sterling
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most 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, 2024To 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.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling 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.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling 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, 2022A 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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.
- Does sterling silver turn green?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertNovember 14, 2023Generally, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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, 2024No, 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 1, 2023Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although 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.
- Is Gorham sterling real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed & Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Sterling silver is a very good quality alloy because the added metals make it very durable, even more so than gold. Because it is also lightweight it can be great for everyday wear.
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