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ANTIQUE CIRCA 1890 CHINESE STERLiNG SILVER STATUE OF MEN PEDDLING WITH A CHAIN
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
silver statue of two Chinese men peddling a machine I have never seen another exactly like this before
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1890s European High Victorian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Period Sterling Silver Statue of a Cow and Her Calf
Located in New York, NY
Victorian period, sterling silver (unmarked, but tested) statue of a cow and her calf, India, Ca
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Early 1900s Indian Victorian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Spirit Bronze Statue Flying Lady
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful silver bronze rendition of the famous Flying Lady statue Lovely patina to the bronze with
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1920s Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Hand-Painted, 19th Century, Naples Saint Figure
Located in Los Angeles, CA
glass eyes, sterling silver thread sandals, and a muslin, base garment.
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19th Century Italian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jacques Léonard Maillet - Allegorical Statue In Solid Silver - 19th Century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALLEGORICAL STATUE in solid silver representing a goddess in a magnificent draped dress. Stained
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1860s French Greco Roman Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver

Antique Silver Drinking Cup in the Form of a Traveller Man Statue
Located in Braintree, GB
An antique silver drinking cup in the form of a traveller man statue. Made in Germany, Hanau
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Late 18th Century German Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver

Antique rare amusing Russian silver model of a bear, St Petersburg, circa 1890
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Antique 19th Century rare Imperial Russian solid silver statue depicting a bear sitting and Hogging
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1890s Russian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Onyx, Silver

Late 19th Century Pair of Large Paris Porcelain Statues
By G. None
Located in Bronx, NY
This vintage pair of late 19th century French porcelain statues are signed "France" in very dark
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Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Porcelain

Charles Lemanceau French Art Deco Big Lama Statue, 1920
By Charles Lemanceau, Sainte Radegonde
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Art Deco llama sculpture by Charles Lemanceau at Saint-Clement (Luneville), France, 1920s. French Art Deco ceramic. Measures: width: 14.7"(33.3cm), height: 6.2"(32.5cm), depth: 6.5"(...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Ashtray/Ring Tray with Female Harlequin Dancer Statue by Frankart
By Frankart
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Marble ashtray/ring tray with a female Harlequin dancer spelter metal female statue, circa 1920.
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Metal

French Henriot Quimper Faience Statue of Virgin Mary & St. Anne
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Winter Park, FL
A Henriot Quimper French faience statue of Saint Anne and the young Virgin Mary. Polychrome
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Early 20th Century French Primitive Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Faience

Baroque Statue of Silver Cherub on Rose Quartz
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous small statuette depicting a silver cherub from the Baroque period, late 1700s. The statue
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Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Quartz, Silver

20th C Silver Plated Statue Representing Arguing Roman Senator, France
Located in Leuven , BE
20th C Silver plated status representing arguing Roman Senator, France.
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Metal, Silver

19th Century Silvered Bronze Statue of Cherub and Maiden, by 'Dumaige'
By Etienne-Henri Dumaige
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality 19th century silvered bronze statue of a winged cherub escorting a young maiden
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19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

An original 1850 Neoclassical parcel gilt, silvered bronze statue of Venus
Located in New York City, NY
This exquisite mid-nineteenth century sculpture features a nude woman in silvered bronze with
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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Griotte Marble, Silver Plate, Bronze

Silver Plate Duck Table Statue Sculpture for Side Dishes Antique European
Located in Nuernberg, DE
precision into silver-covered metal. Combine whimsical romanticism with streamlined elegance and conjure up
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Early 20th Century Austrian Romantic Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

19th Century Silvered Bronze Statue 'The Spring of Life' by A.G.Lanzirotti
By Lanzirotti
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality 19th century silvered bronze statue entitled 'The Spring of Life', depicting a
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19th Century French Romantic Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Statues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bronze statues. Each statue is raised by silvered bronze oval bases with Fine mottled foliate ormolu
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Late 19th Century French Bronze Bust entitled "Ida" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
. Pieces in which ivory is used are as rare as silver statues. Villanis was inspired by women. He
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze figure "Slave Girl" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
as silver statues. Villanis was inspired by women. He dedicated almost his complete works to them
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Large 24" Art Deco silvered bronze statue of a dancer Stella Guiraud-Rivière
By Maurice Guiraud-Rivière, Etling Paris
Located in New York City, NY
Guiraud-Rivière 1881-1947 A tall, exquisite, original French Art Deco sculpture in silvered bronze
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Silver Plate, Bronze

18th Century Italian Scholar Statue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 18th c. Italian Scholar Silver Leaf Statue in Papier Mache and Wood. The base diameter
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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver Leaf

18th Century Italian Scholar Statue
18th Century Italian Scholar Statue
H 27 in W 8.5 in D 7.5 in
Unique Bronze Miner or Gold Digger Sculpture / Statue Table Lamp w Silvered Base
Located in Lisse, NL
partially silvered table lamp truly is a joy to own and to look at. The artist must have been inspired by
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

English 19th Century Terracotta Bulldog Statue with Silver Collar and Glass Eyes
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English terracotta bulldog sculpture from the 19th century, with silver collar and glass eyes
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19th Century English Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Terracotta

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust Entitled "Cendrillon" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
rare as silver statues. Villanis was inspired by women. He dedicated almost his complete works to
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

'The Warwick Cup', A Victorian Silver Racing Trophy by Elkington
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
residence at Balmoral, and the spectacular equestrian silver statue from the Warwick History series, of
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Silver

Antique Indian Hindu Bronze Statue Krishna – 18th Century Asian Folk Art
Located in London, GB
Antique Indian Hindu Bronze Sculpture – Krishna with Flute (18th Century) A captivating and finely crafted antique bronze figure depicting Lord Krishna, rendered in the distinctive ...
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19th Century Indian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver

MIDDLETOWN PLATE CO. - Antique Neoclassical Warrior Statue - U.S. - Late 19th C.
By Middletown Manufacturing Co.
Located in Chatham, ON
MIDDLETOWN PLATE COMPANY (1864-1899) - Antique fine casting and quadruple silver-plate statue on a
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Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Revival Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique French Orientalist Arab 8 Day Gilt Bronze Statue Clock Garniture, 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A Fine & important French bronze statue 8 day clock garniture in the Orientalist style, circa 1880
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1880s French Islamic Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Enamel, Bronze, Silver, Gold

Unique Antique Hand Crafted Bronze Golf Player in Backswing Sculpture / Statue
Located in Lisse, NL
else on this rare antique golf statue. This heavy bronze has a beautiful patina and it is in perfect
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze, Metal

18th Century Carved and Polychrome ''Virgin of Mercy'' Statue, Baroque Style
Located in Lisbon, PT
School with a silver halo.
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver

19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze Bust Entitled "Bohémienne" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
. Pieces in which ivory is used are as rare as silver statues. Villanis was inspired by women. He
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Napoleon III Period Statue/Desk Accessory
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beautiful statuary is raised by a rectangle ebony base with fine brass, bone and silver floral inlays. The
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver, Brass, Ormolu

19th Century French Bronze Statue of Young Henri IV
Located in Dallas, TX
another for the castle of Pau. A silver cast of this statue by Charles-Nicolas Odiot is now preserved in
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1890s French Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Life size Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Wooden Statues
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
generous amounts of Silver The Statues are in very good condition, there is only a very little chipping of
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1870s Romantic Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Pine

A Continental 19th century bronze & ormolu statues by Emile Guillemin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely and high quality true pair of small scale Continental 19th century patinated, silvered
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19th Century French Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Continental 19th Century Bronze Statues, Signed E. Guillemin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely and high quality true pair of small scale Continental 19th century patinated, silvered
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19th Century Unknown Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu, Bronze and Marble Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu, patinated bronze, silvered bronze and marble
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust entitled "Silvia" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
there are also marble statues. Pieces in which ivory is used are as rare as silver statues. Villanis
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Mid-19th Century Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
silvered bronze statue. The statue is raised by a rectangular Rouge Griotte marble base with cut corners
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Spelter Statue of Sarah Bernhardt as Napoleon II in L' Aiglon with Marble Base
Located in North Miami, FL
20th century silvered spelter/zamac statue of Sarah Bernhardt as Napoleon II in L' Aiglon with
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Metal, Aluminum, Zinc, Spelter

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bust Entitled "Lola" by Emmanuel Villanis
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in London, GB
rare as silver statues. Villanis was inspired by women. He dedicated almost his complete works to
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Decorative Wooden Horses Covered with Bone Mosaic Silver Plated
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful pair of Indian horse statues covered with pieces of bone, the floral metal trim is silver
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1920s Indian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver Plate

Monumental 19th Century Chinese Sterling Silver Horse Sculpture Censer 45 Ounces
Located in San Diego, CA
Monumental 19th century Chinese sterling silver horse statue sculpture censer. Weighs 44.95 troy
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silvered Bronze Frog Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Silvered bronze frog sculpture. Antique glazed Italian terracotta silvered bronze naturalistic frog
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Terracotta

Silvered Bronze Frog Sculpture
Silvered Bronze Frog Sculpture
H 6 in W 7.5 in D 6.25 in
19th Century Silvered bronze mother and children dancing. By Carrier
By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An enchanting classical French 19th Classical silvered bronze statue depicting a mother and her
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Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Bronze Erotic Sculpture after Bruno Zach.
By Bruno Zach
Located in Sarasota, FL
Art Deco silvered bronze erotic statue after Bruno Zach. Very fine and detailed casting, appears to
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Paris, Decorative Art Exhibition 1925 The Ruhlmann Pavilion, B and W Photography
Located in Atlanta, GA
the exterior monumental statue. Features: Original silver gelatin print photography unframed. Press
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1920s Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Pair of 19th Century Male and Female Italian Carved Figures
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Silver The Statues are in remarkably good condition, there is a very little chipping of their paint
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19th Century Baroque Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture by Joseph d'Aste
By Joseph d' Aste
Located in Bridgewater, CT
An Art Deco silvered bronze statue of a girl with sheep on marble base, signed J. D’ASTE, from
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Portrait of Alfred Hardiman, Graphite Sketch, Signed and Dated 1925
Located in London, GB
the following year received their silver medal for his statue of Haig. In 1946 he won a gold medal for
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1920s Modern Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Paper, Graphite

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Trophy, Elkington, circa 1894
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description:  Antique 19th century Victorian solid silver important figural hunting statue
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silvered Bronze Putti Cherub Statue on Agate by Auguste Moreau
By Auguste Moreau
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
Moreau, Auguste (French, 1861-1906) Silvered Bronze Putti Cherub Statue on Agate Base, Signed. This
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19th Century Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Agate

French Rene Lalique Art Nouveau Moyenne Voilee Glass Statue 1913
By René Lalique
Located in London, GB
Super rare Art Nouveau Rene Lalique signed grey stained 'Moyenne Voilee' Statuette -a beautiful lady, leaning slightly back, draped in thin material and holding a cup. This is one of...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of 19th Century Porcelain Biscuit, France, Vieux Paris Cornucopia Statue
By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris
Located in Lentate sul Seveso (Mb), IT
Pair of 19th century porcelain biscuit, france, Vieux Paris Cornucopia statue Rare and stunning
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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Porcelain

Unique Big Silvered Bronze Art Deco Statue, Belgium, Early 20th Century
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Belgium 1920-1930 signed Lumiere. Rare piece of art. We never saw it before. Three woman figures holding a big ball depicting the sun. To hot to touch, the ball does not touch the...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Bronze

Series of 4 Important Mythological Statues by Filippo Parodi
Located in Walkertshofen, Bavaria
armoured power. All four statues are with their original lustrous and matte silvering over yellow chalk
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17th Century Italian Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Wood

Imperial Ningxia Chinese Antique Oriental Rug
Located in Sarasota, FL
building facing east. It housed the silver statue and a portrait of the master, and some of his belongings
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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Wool

Taureau
By Henri Alfred Marie Jacquemart
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
. The silvered-bronze statue of a prize-winning bull surmounts a pedestal of red marble, which is
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19th Century Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Silver

'Reverie' by Lormier
By J. Lormier
Located in Warlingham, GB
French Art Deco silvered bronze statue - Reverie by Lormier. She is mounted on a portorro marble
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Statue

Materials

Marble, Bronze

'Reverie' by Lormier
'Reverie' by Lormier
H 12 in W 18.5 in D 5 in
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Antique Silver Statue For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique silver statue for your home. Each antique silver statue for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique silver statue, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver statue, designed in the Art Nouveau, Rococo or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique silver statue has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Vincenzo Contini, Christofle and Edmé Samson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Silver Statue?

The average selling price for an antique silver statue at 1stDibs is $3,954, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $355,783 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Silver Statue
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Identifying an antique Buddha statue is a specialized skill, which is best learned by studying the history of the preferred materials and techniques that each region used in producing Buddha statues. The simplest way to verify the age of a Buddha statue is to have an expert evaluate it. On 1stDibs, find a range of professionally authenticated Buddha statues.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 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 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 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.
  • 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 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.