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Antique Meriden Silver Plate Co Art Deco Native American Water Buffalo Tray
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Meriden Silver Plate Co Art Deco Tray with Native American and Water Buffalo Central Design
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Meriden Silver Plate Aesthetic Figural Lemonade Ice Water Tilting Pitcher
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A Meriden Brittania Co. Silver plate figural tilting covered pitcher on stand with two cups and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Hammered Silver Plate Basket
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in New York, NY
ball feet. Hallmarked: Meriden silver plate Co No. 01006.
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Hammered Silver Plate Basket
Hammered Silver Plate Basket
H 4.5 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in
Antique Meriden Art Nouveau Silver Plated Bird Engraved Ornate Teapot Tea Kettle
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Meriden Art Nouveau Silver Plated Bird Engraved Ornate Teapot Tea Kettle. Item features
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Silver Plate Figural Cachepot, Meriden
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Victorian Silver Plate Figural Cachepot, by the Meriden Co. from the late 19th Century
Category

Antique 1870s American Late Victorian Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Silver Plate

Meriden Victorian Gold Plated Ornate Tea Set w/ "PPW" Monogram - 5 Pc Set
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meriden Victorian Gold Plated Ornate Tea Set w/ "PPW" Monogram - 5 Pc Set. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Silver Plated Tableware Covered Dish
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 20th century North American silver plated tableware covered serving dish with sides handle
Category

Early 20th Century North American Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Meriden Britannia Company Victorian Silver Plate Coffee Set
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Pasadena, CA
Meriden Britannia company Victorian silver plate coffee set with coffee pot cream, sugar, and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th c. Meriden Brittania Silver Plate Tray c.1860-1900
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT 19th century large Aesthetic Movement silver plate tray with handles. Marked "Meriden B
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Hot Water Kettle with Floral Decoration
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated hot water kettle was made by the Meridian Company of the United States
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silv...

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Aesthetic Movement 7 Piece Silver Plated Tea Set with Floral Decoration
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated tea set was made by the Meridian Company of the United States in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silv...

Materials

Silver Plate

American Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Tea Set By Meriden B Company
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Norwich, GB
American Aesthetic Movement silver plated tea set by Meriden B Company. Circa 1880. This joyful
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Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Covered Tureen with Deer and Ram Motif, circa 1885, Meriden
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Very unusual western Americana theme silver plated covered tureen, consisting of four feet of cast
Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian Soup Tureens

Materials

Silver Plate

Europe and USA Collection 5 Tea Baby Spoons Marked Sterling Silver Plate Spoons
By T R Sterling, Oneida, Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Miami, FL
United States. All Spoons are marked and four are Silver Plate and one is Silver, marked Sterling. Set is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Art Deco International Sterling 1925 Minuet Vegetable Large Bowl in 925 Sterling
By International Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Britannia Company, Meriden Silver Plate Co., Middletown Plate Company, C. Rogers & Brother, Simpson, Hall
Category

Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Meriden Wilcox Gilt Silver Plate Humidor with Bronze Hunting Dogs
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Haarlem, NL
by a small middle compartment. Made by Wilcox Silver Plate Company Meriden Connecticut. It is
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Antique Late 19th Century American Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Chrome Dumb Bell Cocktail Shaker
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
manner of the Meriden Silverplate company , the piece does not include the plastic holder which is for
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Chrome Dumb Bell Cocktail Shaker
Chrome Dumb Bell Cocktail Shaker
H 11.75 in W 4 in D 4 in
Antique Meriden Co Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Butler Butter Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Meriden Co Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Butler Butter Dish. Item features "C
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Passant Lions with Hot Air Balloon, Silver Plate Epergne, Meriden
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Highly unusual, seemingly to be, one of a kind silver plate epergne by Meriden Britannia Company of
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Antique 1870s American Victorian Vases

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Aesthetic Silverplate Napkin Ring
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Aesthetic Silverplate Napkin Ring by Meriden Co. Charming details include Japonesque fan
Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Antiquities

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique, 1919, Meriden Britannia Company Silverplated Urn
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This wonderful piece was made by the Merida Brittania Company in 1919. It measures about 10.5" high and 16" in diameter at the widest part. The piece has no visible damages. The lid...
Category

Early 20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Meriden B. Co. Silver Plated Balustrade Candlesticks C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Antique Meriden B. Co. Silver Plated Balustrade Candlesticks with Embossed Foliate Elements
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Silver Plate Ten Cup Coffee Tea Decanter Beverage Pitcher Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Serve any beverage of your choice with elegance with this silver-plated decanter beverage pitcher
Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Rococo Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century American Silver Plated "Recipe" Cocktail Shaker By Napier c.1930
By Napier Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stylish 20th Century Art Deco silver plated recipe cocktail shaker by NAPIER CO., Meriden
Category

20th Century American Other Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique William Roger Quadruple Plate Sugar Bowl & Gorham Sterling Silver Spoons
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, William Rogers
Located in Dayton, OH
American master silversmith and a pioneer in the silver-plate industry and whose work and name have
Category

Early 20th Century Late Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Salt Pepper Shakers Cellars Gorham Duchin Dunkirk 365g
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Dunkirk Silversmiths, Inc., Maurice Duchin
Located in Dayton, OH
- manufacturers of sterling and silver plated wares. Succeeded by Gold Recovery & Refining Corp. Gorham Silver
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Plate Humidor with Retriever
Located in East Hampton, NY
American silver plate humidor, Wilcox Silver Plate Co., Meriden, CT hinged lid with figure of
Category

20th Century Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver Plate

Napier Art Deco "Tells You How" Cocktail Shaker, 1932
By Napier Co.
Located in Sharon, CT
An American silver plated "Tells You How" cocktail recipe shaker. With a rotating band showing each
Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Barware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Holmes Edwards 104pc Danish Princess Flatware Silverware Serving Set
By Holmes & Edwards
Located in Dayton, OH
International Silver Company, continuing to operate in Bridgeport until 1931 when it moved to Meriden. In 1956
Category

Vintage 1940s Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal

Antique Pair of E.G. Webster and Son. Silverplate Repoussé Tavern Candlesticks
By E.G. Webster & Sons
Located in Morristown, NJ
E.G. Webster and Sons silver plate repousse candlesticks, each with squared bobeche decorated with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Dutch Colonial Candlesticks

Materials

Silver, Copper

Vintage Golf Bag, Cocktail Shaker
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
1873. The International Silver Co. was founded in 1898 in Meriden, Connecticut and was a conglomeration
Category

Early 20th Century British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Pewter

Pairpoint Monumental Hand-Painted Orientalist Oil Lamp, Pyramids, Palms c 1905
By Pairpoint Glassworks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in New Bedford as a silver manufacturer supplying Mount Washington with silver-plated metal mounts
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Set of 12 Meriden Britannia Art Nouveau Bread & Butter Plates
By Meriden Britannia Company, International Silver
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 Victorian Art Nouveau sterling silver bread and butter plates. Made by Meriden Britannia
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Dinner Plates

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Brilliant-Cut Glass & Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co., International Silver
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Classical brilliant-cut glass water pitcher with sterling silver collar. Made by Wilcox
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Late Victorian Period Silverplate Centerpiece
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Middleburg, VA
A beautiful, highly decorative, silverplate two-part centerpiece featuring an overall rococo design, applied scrolling border to top insert and filigreed base with beaded rim. Very ...
Category

Early 20th Century Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Stunning Floral Decorated Late Victorian Silverplated Wine Case
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Meriden B. Company, Connecticut The hinged form embellished overall with an intricate
Category

20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

Victorian Aesthetic Silver Plate Tea Set & Tray, circa 1878, Antique Meridan B.
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Newtown, CT
Antique Victorian Aesthetic period silver plate tea or coffee service with tray, circa 1878
Category

Antique 1870s American Aesthetic Movement Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Bronze Figure of 'The Buffalo Hunt'
Located in Suffolk, GB
, available in various sizes. There is a gold and silver plated version of this sculpture in the White
Category

Vintage 1980s American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Figure of 'The Buffalo Hunt'
Large Bronze Figure of 'The Buffalo Hunt'
H 21.5 in W 28.5 in D 16.5 in
Meriden Silver Plate Company Art Deco Tea Set
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in San Mateo, CA
Silver plate and bakelite Art Deco tea set by Meriden. This set has dramatic fluted sides with
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique American Silver Plated Fruit Basket The Meriden Silver Plate Co. 1904
Located in London, GB
. The tray has the stamp of the highly sought after silversmiths, The Meriden Silver Plate Co., USA
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Meriden S. P. Art Deco Martini Shaker with Golfers
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This extremely rare and sought after martini pitcher is from the Meriden Silver Plate Company. It
Category

Early 20th Century American Barware

Amusing American Victorian Quadruple Plate Nut Bowl
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
An American Victorian silver plated nut bowl by Meriden Silver Plate Co. depicting a cast squirrel
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Silver Plated Cooler / Ice Bucket
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Art Nouveau Meriden silver plated wine cooler/ice bucket with side handles and exterior design
Category

Antique Early 1900s North American Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Meriden Wilcox Silverplate Co Silver Plated Victorian Lidded Soup Tureen
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Meriden Wilcox Silverplate Co Silver Plated Victorian Lidded Soup Tureen. Item features "B
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Soup Tureens

Materials

Silver Plate

Hunting Dog Humidor for Cigars Meriden and Company Silver Plate with Makers Mark
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
(American (Connecticut), founded 1808). A quadruple silver plated humidor of rectangular form having two
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

1842 Silver Plated Cake Plate by the Meriden Britannia Company with Foliage
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silver plated cake plate from the mid-19th century by the Meriden Britannia Company. Charming us
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Ornate 19th Century Style of Meriden Quadruple Plate Silver Etched Samovar
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Miami Beach, FL
"Quadruple Plate," silver-lined interior, four layers of plating exterior. Hoof legs, lions heads, urn-style
Category

Antique 19th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century American Silver & Enamel Cocktail Shakers With Hip Flask, c.1927
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
20th Century American very rare silver plated cocktail shakers and solid silver hip flask, the
Category

20th Century American Barware

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Sterling Silver Pitcher
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, Sterling Silver pitcher, Meriden Silver Co., Ct. Ca. 1920's. @9"high x @7" wide (handle
Category

Early 20th Century Pitchers

Important Canadian Adam Buck Large Sterling Silver Presentation Serving Tray
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large and substantial sterling silver serving tray was made by Meridian Silver Company of
Category

Early 20th Century North American Rococo Revival Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early Hammered Surface Shaker
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Wilton, CT
An outstanding S.P. cocktail Shaker patented 1927 by the Meriden S.P. Co., CT. Very well made with
Category

Early 20th Century American Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Early Hammered Surface Shaker
Early Hammered Surface Shaker
H 10 in W 7.5 in D 4.75 in
Large Edwardian Period Sheffield Silver Plate, Mounted Wood Gallery Tray
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in New York, NY
Silver Plate Company, Meriden Connecticut, Ca. 1915. Measures 20 inches wide x 13 inches deep (at deepest
Category

Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Barware

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Aesthetic Movement Nut Bowl With Naturalistic Details
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical plated Victorian nut bowl in the form of an inverted acorn cap features multiple
Category

Antique 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Meriden B. Company 1972 Silver Plated Victorian Butter Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Meriden B. Company 1972 Silver Plated Victorian Butter Dish. Item features a
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Shenecossett Golf Club Antique Silver Trophy, 1900
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This two-handled trophy was made by Meriden Silver Plate Company, also called Meriden Britannia
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

19THC QUADRIPLE SILVER PLATED 3 PIECE SET/MERIDEN SILVER CO.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC QUADRIPLE SILVER PLATED / THREE PIECE TEA SET,SIGNED MERIDEN SILVER CO./PRISTINE CONDITION
Category

Antique 19th Century American Tea Sets

Sterling Plate
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Look at the beautiful pierced work on these sterling plate; truly exceptional. It stands on a
Category

Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Plate
Sterling Plate
H 2 in Dm 9.5 in
Sterling Plate
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
There is a raised pattern of shells that are connected to each other going around the entire border. In the center an Old English letter W monogram that is hand engraved.  
Category

Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Plate
Sterling Plate
H 0.5 in Dm 10.5 in
Sterling Repousse Plate
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A rich and lush pattern of flowers, leaves and various fruits rings around the edge. What’s great is that even when filled you still can appreciate the beauty of this dish. The perfe...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American "Meriden Silver Company, " Tilting Water Pitcher w/ Cup, c. 1870
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American "Meriden Silver Company," Quadruple Plate Tilting Water Pitcher with Cup, Circa
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

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Meriden Silver Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the meriden silver plate you’re looking for. Each meriden silver plate for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and silver plate. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect meriden silver plate — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each meriden silver plate bearing Victorian, Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made meriden silver plate over the years, but those crafted by Meriden Britannia Company, Wilcox Silver Plate Co. and Meriden Cut Glass Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Meriden Silver Plate?

Prices for a meriden silver plate can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $90 and can go as high as $12,995, while the average can fetch as much as $895.

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 Meriden Silver Plate
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between a silver plate and a Sheffield plate is that one item is a type of the other. Silverplate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silver plate, is the general name for any silver wares made predominantly of a base metal finished with a thin layer of pure silver.

    Developed in the 1700s by Thomas Boulsover in Sheffield, England, Sheffield silverplate is a specific type of silverplate created by fusing silver with copper. This new material felt like silver but was substantially cheaper. It was then used to produce a variety of serveware, candlesticks, buttons, tea sets and more.

    Find antique Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate objects for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    What silver plate is worth today varies. Because silver plate pieces contain only minimal amounts of silver, they usually don't have much value on the scrap market. However, silver plate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silverplate, may be worth something due to its style, type, age, maker, rarity and overall condition. Some silver plate makers that are popular among collectors include Reed & Barton, Gorham, Sheffield Cutlers Company, Christofle, Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Lino Sabattini, Elkington & Co. and Mappin & Webb. If you'd like a professional opinion on how much items in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a large collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silver plate and other silver plate on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is silver-plated or solid silver, put a magnet near it. Solid silver won't attract the magnet. However, the base metals used to produce silver-plated pieces often will. If the magnet test is inconclusive, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable expert can help you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify silver plate marks, first explore trusted online resources for some of the most frequently used examples. Most silver plate pieces will feature a purity marking, such as “EPNS” or “A1,” and markings corresponding to the maker. Photographing the maker's mark and performing a reverse image search may lead to a quick identification. If your search doesn't yield any results, try entering a description of the mark into the search engine or examining reference guides shared by trusted online resources to determine who produced your piece. From there, you can conduct further research to learn about your piece's age, pattern and other features. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plate silverware is valuable. However, the maker, age and style of silver-plated silverware are usually what make it valuable. From a material standpoint, silver plate contains very little pure silver, so the metal on its own is not very valuable. Find a wide range of silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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