What is antique silver?

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.

Is antique silver real silver?

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.

What is the difference between silver and antique silver?

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.

What is antique silver plating?

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.

What is antique sterling silver?

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 world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What does antique silver mean?

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.

What is antique silver made of?

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.

What is an antique silver plate?

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.

Is antique silver plate valuable?

While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.

How can I tell if a silver spoon is antique?

To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.

Does antique silver plate have any value?

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.

How can I tell if sterling silver is antique?

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.

Poland Antique Silver

Crystal Punch Bowl Set

Torah Crown

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1830s Polish Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

A Fascinating and Rare Silver Spice Tower, Poland circa 1836

H 7.49 in

Powdered sugar spoon, Bracia Buch, Poland, late 19th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Powdered sugar spoon made of plated metal Dipper with a leaf-shaped strainer, handle in the form of a vine hallmarked GEBR. BUCH / WARSCHAU - indistinctly reflected and the attempt...

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Late 19th Century Polish Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Powdered sugar spoon, Bracia Buch, Poland, late 19th century.

H 7.09 in Dm 2.56 in

Rare "Safed" kiddush cup, late 19th century Poland/ Eretz ISRAEL

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

This 84 silver cup was made in Europe, in Poland or parts of Poland that are in modern Russia in

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1890s Israeli Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Rare "Safed" kiddush cup, late 19th century Poland/ Eretz ISRAEL

H 4.6 in Dm 2.6 in

Silver plated sauce boat

Located in Chorzów, PL

Beautiful silver plated sauce boat The only signature based on HdeP. Very good condition

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Early 20th Century Polish Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver plated sauce boat

H 6.3 in W 9.26 in D 4.34 in

Faience Tromp L'oeil Jug in the Form of a Parrot, Proskau Poland

By Proskau

Located in Downingtown, PA

was made in what is now Poland at Proskau. The parrot has a puce coloured breast with green and yellow

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1770s Georgian Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Faience

Faience Tromp L'oeil Jug in the Form of a Parrot, Proskau Poland

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.25 in

Polish Continental Silver Tray Platter in Art Nouveau Style

Located in New York, NY

800 Continental silver tray platter by a Cracow-based silversmith made in the early 20th century in

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Early 20th Century Polish Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Polish Continental Silver Tray Platter in Art Nouveau Style

H 13.75 in W 13.75 in D 16.5 in

Krupski & Matulewicz Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case

By Krupski & Matulewicz

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Krupski & Matulewicz Russian/Polish Tsarist silver cigarette case. This case has the Russian 84

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Early 20th Century Russian Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Krupski & Matulewicz Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case

H 4.25 in W 3.25 in D 0.5 in

Russian silver torah shield, judaica, Michael Karpinsky, Saint Petersburg, 1835

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

silver, has the marks of the city of saint Petersburg, together with the makers Mark of Michael Karpinsky

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1830s Russian Neoclassical Revival Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Russian silver torah shield, judaica, Michael Karpinsky, Saint Petersburg, 1835

H 9 in W 7.4 in D 1 in

Pair of Silver Lidded Tureens, Johann Georg Hann, Vienna, 1800

Located in Greding, DE

Pair of silver lidded tureens with reclining female figures on the walls and the herb "Samson", led

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Early 1800s Austrian Neoclassical Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Pair of Silver Lidded Tureens, Johann Georg Hann, Vienna, 1800

H 20.48 in Dm 17.72 in

Important Early 20th Century Silver Kiddush Goblet by Bezalel School Jerusalem

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

Important Handmade sterling silver Kiddush goblet by Bezalel School, Jerusalem, circa 1910-1913

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Early 20th Century Israeli Jugendstil Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Important Early 20th Century Silver Kiddush Goblet by Bezalel School Jerusalem

H 4.6 in W 2.2 in

Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and red glass Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums. We have specialized in

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

H 7.88 in W 7.49 in D 5.12 in

German - A Magnificent 15 Piece Set of 800 Silver Flatware Serving Pieces

By MW

Located in Wilmington, DE

porcelain and silver-gilt dinner service commissioned by King Augustus II of Poland and Elector of Saxony in

Category

Late 19th Century German Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

German - A Magnificent 15 Piece Set of 800 Silver Flatware Serving Pieces

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Rare Silver Gelatin Photograph "Jewish Deli, Poland" c.1930

Located in San Francisco, CA

Silver Gelatin Photograph "Jewish Deli, Poland" c.1930 Rare photograph of a group of men standing

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Early 20th Century Photorealist Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Photographic Film

Rare Silver Gelatin Photograph "Jewish Deli, Poland" c.1930, Circa 1930

H 14 in W 11 in D 0.5 in

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Page 142 of the book Art

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

H 14.57 in Dm 5.52 in

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF G: The so

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

H 11.82 in Dm 4.73 in

2000s Ceramika Artystyczna “Enchanted Haven” Covered Baker Casserole Dish w/Lid

Located in Naples, FL

Excellent condition! handmade in Poland;“Enchanted Haven” pattern, a multicolored traditional folk

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Early 20th Century Polish Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

2000s Ceramika Artystyczna “Enchanted Haven” Covered Baker Casserole Dish w/Lid

H 6 in W 14 in D 9.5 in

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Page 138 = of the book Art

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

H 13.39 in Dm 5.52 in

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and Crystal with enamel Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF G

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau

H 13 in Dm 5.12 in

19th Century Decorative Wall Plaque Maiolica by M. Krause

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

The factory of terracotta, majolica and faience was established in Swidnica in 1882. It existed for less than 50 years. It was founded by Richard Max Krause, a ceramist by profession...

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19th Century Polish Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Decorative Wall Plaque Maiolica by M. Krause

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H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and Red Crystal, Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and red glass Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps B. (Britannia

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and Red Crystal, Art Nouveau

H 16.54 in W 4.34 in D 7.49 in

Antique diamond & ruby ring, Poland, early 20th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Antique silver and gold ring with ruby, diamonds and synthetic corundum. Origin: Poland, Warsaw

Category

Early 20th Century Polish Victorian Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique diamond & ruby ring, Poland, early 20th century.

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Art Deco Tuppack Breakfast Set

Located in Kraków, Małopolska

Art Deco Tuppack breakfast set (1808-1945).

Category

1910s Polish Art Deco Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Tuppack Breakfast Set

H 39.38 in Dm 39.38 in

Pair of Late 18th Century Baluster Form Facetted Blue Glass Decanters

Located in London, by appointment only

A pair of late 18th century baluster form facetted blue glass decanters. The diamond cut bodies are further enhanced with swags of gilt foliate ornament suspended on ribbons. They re...

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Early 19th Century Polish William IV Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Glass

Pair of Late 18th Century Baluster Form Facetted Blue Glass Decanters

H 10 in Dm 5 in

Vase WMF, German, 1900, Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty- Designer - Karl Wiedemann

By Degué

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of the firm WMF were modest, and is a

Category

Early 1900s German Art Deco Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Glass

Vase WMF, German, 1900, Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty- Designer - Karl Wiedemann

H 15.5 in Dm 13 in

Set of Seven French Majolica Depose KG Luneville Asparagus Plates

By Luneville Freres

Located in Essex, MA

, became the Manufacture Royale du Roi de Pologne (“Royal Factory of the King of Poland”) in 1749 when the

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19th Century French French Provincial Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Seven French Majolica Depose KG Luneville Asparagus Plates

H 8.5 in Dm 0.5 in

Large Meissen Figurine 'King August III In Roman Harness' by J.J. Kaendler, 1924

By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

of his father Augustus the Strong and, as Augustus III, also King of Poland and Grand Duke of

Category

Early 20th Century German Baroque Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Large Meissen Figurine 'King August III In Roman Harness' by J.J. Kaendler, 1924

H 17.33 in W 10.63 in D 6.5 in

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

flat areas are polished to a matt finish with pumice. i/0 = Normal thickness of gilding or silver

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 6.7 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in

6 Antique German Dresden Meissen Klemm Carl Thieme Pitcher Tea Cups Plates

By Dresden Porcelain, Meissen Porcelain, Klemm & Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Augustus the Strong, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony. The production of porcelain in the royal factory

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Early 20th Century Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Porcelain

6 Antique German Dresden Meissen Klemm Carl Thieme Pitcher Tea Cups Plates

H 3.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF ( *: special piece), German, 1909 , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and glass Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps Page 134 = of the book

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF ( *: special piece), German, 1909 , Style: Jugendstil

H 11.82 in Dm 5.12 in

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1905

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1905

H 5.91 in W 11.03 in D 7.88 in

Centerpiece with candelabra WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1905

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece with candelabra WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1905

H 18.9 in W 15.75 in D 6.7 in

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Numbered 457

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Numbered 457

H 18.9 in W 11.42 in D 9.45 in

WMF set of Centerpiece WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

polished to a matt finish with pumice. i/0 = Normal thickness of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

WMF set of Centerpiece WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

H 23.63 in Dm 19.69 in

Pair of Centerpiece WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of Centerpiece WMF, German, Style: Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 19.69 in Dm 10.63 in

Pair of Pitchers with enamel Sign: WMF, German, 1909 , Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and glass with enamel Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF: the

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Early 1900s German Jugendstil Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Pair of Pitchers with enamel Sign: WMF, German, 1909 , Art Nouveau

H 13.78 in Dm 3.94 in

Pair of Centerpieces WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1905

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

direction of Albert Mayer was influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Pair of Centerpieces WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1905

H 14.97 in W 9.45 in D 5.12 in

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of the firm WMF were

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 10.24 in W 21.26 in D 7.88 in

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Numbered 457

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of the firm WMF were

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece WMF, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Numbered 457

H 4.34 in W 10.24 in D 3.94 in

Sweet and Fruit Dishes, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Sign WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

English Catalogue 1906 Hardcover WMF= The first WMF impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Sweet and Fruit Dishes, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Sign WMF

H 8.67 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in

Sweet and Fruit Dishes, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Sign WMF, German

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

= The first WMF impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Sweet and Fruit Dishes, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, Sign WMF, German

H 8.67 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

with ostrich = The first WMF impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 6.7 in W 10.24 in D 8.47 in

Centerpiece, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for export articles. The Geislingen firm of

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 7.09 in W 17.72 in D 7.49 in

Double Fruit or Sweet Dish, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

= Normal thickness of gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Double Fruit or Sweet Dish, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 7.88 in W 18.51 in D 7.88 in

Punch Bowl, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

direction of Albert Mayer was influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Punch Bowl, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1900, WMF

H 19.69 in Dm 13.39 in

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1911, Sign, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

”. The letter “G” stands for “Geislingen”. i/0 = Normal thickness of gilding or silver-plating, i.e

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1910s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1911, Sign, WMF

H 5.12 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Centerpiece, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910, Sign: WMF 334

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

gilding or silver-plating, i.e. one gram of deposited silver spread over an area of one square decimetre

Category

1910s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910, Sign: WMF 334

H 3.94 in W 19.69 in D 7.88 in

Dog Visiting Card Tray, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1890

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Visiting card Tray, France Sign: WMF= Used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and

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1890s French Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Dog Visiting Card Tray, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1890

H 2.76 in W 9.45 in D 7.09 in

Fortune's Mouth Visiting Card Tray, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for export articles

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Fortune's Mouth Visiting Card Tray, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

H 5.12 in W 12.21 in D 10.24 in

Boy with hen, visiting Card Tray, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Visiting card Tray, France Sign: WMF= Used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Boy with hen, visiting Card Tray, France, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 9.06 in W 6.7 in D 0.6 in

Big Visiting card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

= The first WMF impressed mark, used from 1880 to 1925 for silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Big Visiting card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 1.38 in W 11.03 in D 12.41 in

Double Fruit or Sweet Dish, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

silver-plated Hollow-ware, and until 1930 for export articles. The Geislingen firm of Straub & Schweizer

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Double Fruit or Sweet Dish, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 3.94 in W 12.21 in D 6.7 in

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of the firm WMF were modest, and is a lasting tribute

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 4.34 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in

Pair of Plates of Doughs or Sweets, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

direction of Albert Mayer was influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Pair of Plates of Doughs or Sweets, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German

H 5.52 in Dm 7.29 in

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900

H 4.93 in W 10.44 in D 9.06 in

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Metal

Visiting Card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 2.37 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in

Visiting card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1911, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of

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1910s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Visiting card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1911, WMF

H 5.12 in W 15.36 in D 11.03 in

Visiting card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Visiting card Tray, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 7.09 in Dm 7.88 in

Wedding Ring Holder, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of

Category

Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Metal

Wedding Ring Holder, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 7.29 in W 10.24 in D 3.94 in

Centerpiece, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland and Austria. The origins of

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

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Centerpiece, German, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1900, WMF

H 8.27 in W 8.67 in D 4.73 in

Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

direction of Albert Mayer was influenced by Art Nouveau style. In 1914, opening factories in Germany, Poland

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1910s German Art Nouveau Poland Antique Silver

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Centerpiece, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty, German, 1910

H 8.67 in W 22.05 in D 6.7 in

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Poland Antique Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of Poland antique silver available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every item from our selection of Poland antique silver was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of Poland antique silver bearing Art Deco, Baroque or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of Poland antique silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Henneberg and Czajkowski, Johann George Ehrlich and WMF Plewkiewicz produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Poland Antique Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of Poland antique silver at 1stDibs is $2,450, while they’re typically $56 on the low end and $22,949 for the highest priced.

Questions About Poland Antique Silver

What is antique silver?
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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.
Is antique silver real silver?
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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.
What is the difference between silver and antique silver?
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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.
What is antique silver plating?
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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.
What is antique sterling silver?
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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.
What does antique silver mean?
1 Answer
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.
What is antique silver made of?
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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.
What is an antique silver plate?
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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.
Is antique silver plate valuable?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a silver spoon is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
Does antique silver plate have any value?
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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.
How can I tell if sterling silver is antique?
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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.