Vintage Silver Hand Chased Dragon Cigarette Case
Located in Webster, SD
: Silver, Chinese hallmark Condition: Excellent with with patina
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Vintage 1940s Asian Arts and Crafts Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver
Silver Chinese Hallmarks
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Hallmarked Cocktail Shaker with Dragon, Ca. 1910
$4,350
H 12 in Dm 4.25 in
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Hallmarked Cocktail Shaker with Dragon, Ca. 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Hallmarked Cocktail Shaker with Dragon Design, Circa 1900-1920's.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Napkin Ring, Chinese, Silver, Table Decor, Hallmark, Victorian, C.1900
$558
H 0.99 in Dm 1.78 in
Antique Napkin Ring, Chinese, Silver, Table Decor, Hallmark, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
personalised gift Chinese 90 silver hallmark and WH mark for Wang Hing of Canton & Hong Kong This is a
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Tableware
Materials
Silver
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Vintage Chinese Butterscotch Egg Yolk Amber Silver Gilt Pendant
Located in Hove, GB
Vintage Silver Gilt Chinese Amber Filigree Pendant. Hallmarked. Item Specifics Height: 3cm (approx
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Sterling Silver
Vintage Chinese Butterscotch Egg Yolk Amber Silver Gilt Pendant
Located in Hove, GB
Vintage Silver Gilt Chinese Amber Filigree Pendant. Hallmarked. Item Specifics Height: 2.7cm
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Sterling Silver
Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Tazza by Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1880
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H 9.45 in W 11.42 in D 9.06 in
Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Tazza by Woshing, Shanghai, circa 1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Hallmarked Chinese silver (90 for 900 standard, tested is 900+ standard), Maker Woshing (Kiangse rd, Shanghai
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Woshing, circa 1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
charachters. Hallmarked Chinese silver (900+ silver standard), Artisan mark, Retailer WS (Woshing), Swan
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Tableware
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver Massive Wine Ewer, circa 1890
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H 14.97 in W 5.12 in D 7.09 in
Antique Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver Massive Wine Ewer, circa 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese Export solid silver wine ewer, impressive and exceptionally fine, of
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Pitchers
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Export Silver Cup & Cover by Kwong Hing Loong, circa 1890
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H 43 in W 35 in D 23 in
19th Century Chinese Export Silver Cup & Cover by Kwong Hing Loong, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
one of the most outstanding Chinese silver retailers. The base hallmarked with the retailers mark KHL
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
Chinese Silver-Gilt and Enamel Nanjing-Changjiang-Bridge Sake Set, circa 1970
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H 10.63 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in
Chinese Silver-Gilt and Enamel Nanjing-Changjiang-Bridge Sake Set, circa 1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Hallmarked Chinese silver (stamped SILVER), mark used in 1970s for item made for export. Size: Ewer
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Barware
Materials
Enamel, Silver
19th Century Chinese Solid Silver Coffee Set, Rong Fa, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
hallmarked Chinese silver marks (tested 900+ standard), Makers mark for Rong Fa (active in Canton 1870-1920
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Dragon Bowl, Wang Hing, circa 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
, fitted with a translucent red liner. The base is Hallmarked Chinese silver 90 (900+ silver standard
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Serving Bowls
Materials
Silver
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Silver Wang Hing Dragon Bowl, circa 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
stunning workmanship. The base is Hallmarked Chinese silver (90 for 900+ standard), Mark "WH" for Wang
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Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Serving Bowls
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Tea Service, Hong Kong, circa 1890
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H 8.27 in W 11.03 in D 5.91 in
19th Century Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Tea Service, Hong Kong, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
hallmarked Chinese silver marks (tested 900+ standard), Maker PL, mark of the artisan workshop of De Long
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Tea Service, Hong Kong, circa 1890
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H 8.27 in W 11.03 in D 5.91 in
19th Century Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Tea Service, Hong Kong, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
hallmarked Chinese silver marks (tested 900+ standard), Maker PL, mark of the artisan workshop of De Long
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Antique Rare Chinese Export Solid Silver and Enamel Bowl Wang Hing, circa 1890
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H 2.96 in Dm 5.91 in
Antique Rare Chinese Export Solid Silver and Enamel Bowl Wang Hing, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
of good traditional size and features stunning workmanship. The base is hallmarked Chinese silver
Category
Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Serving Bowls
Materials
Enamel, Silver
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Wine Ewer, Woshing c.1890
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H 9.65 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Wine Ewer, Woshing c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
hallmarked Chinese silver (900+ silver standard), Maker's mark WS (Woshing). Woshing silver is excellently
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20th Century Chinese Other Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Antique 19th Century Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Tea Set Gong He circa 1890
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H 6.3 in W 4.34 in D 7.49 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Tea Set Gong He circa 1890
By Gong He
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
impressive, rare and exceptionally crisp. The bases hallmarked Chinese silver (900+ standard), Maker in
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970
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H 1.19 in W 9.85 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
and very rare. Each part is Hallmarked Chinese silver (stamped SILVER), also hallmarked with French
Category
20th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Enamel, Silver
Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970
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H 1.19 in W 9.85 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Chinese Solid Silver and Enamel Exceptional Sake Set on Tray, circa 1970
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
. Each part is Hallmarked Chinese silver (stamped SILVER), also hallmarked with French import marks
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20th Century English More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Enamel, Silver
Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Teapot, San Yang, Beijing, circa 1880
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H 5.52 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Teapot, San Yang, Beijing, circa 1880
By San Yang He
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
hallmarked Chinese silver (tested is 900+ standard), Maker San Yang He (active 1880-1940, Beijing). This is a
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Teapot, San Yang, Beijing, circa 1880
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H 5.52 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Chinese Exceptional Solid Silver Teapot, San Yang, Beijing, circa 1880
By San Yang He
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
hallmarked Chinese silver (tested is 900+ standard), Maker San Yang He (active 1880-1940, Beijing). This is a
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Luen Wo Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl, circa 1900
By Luen Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive bowl is encircled with a plain applied moulded border to the rim. The Chinese silver hallmarks
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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Basket, Wang Hing, circa 1880
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H 8.67 in Dm 11.42 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Basket, Wang Hing, circa 1880
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese export solid silver basket, very finely crafted, unusually shaped
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Baskets
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Pair of Tazzas, Wang Hing, 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese Export solid silver pair of dragon tazza, bowl of round form resting
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
Antique 19th Century Chinese Solid Silver Decorative Box, Xiang He, circa 1860
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H 2.76 in W 6.3 in D 3.55 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Solid Silver Decorative Box, Xiang He, circa 1860
By Xiang He
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
particularly large, heavy and very well crafted. The base is hallmarked Chinese silver mark (acid tested
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Antique 1850s Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Antique 20th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver "Pandara Jataka" Box, Bao Xing
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H 3.65 in W 11.32 in D 4.73 in
Antique 20th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver "Pandara Jataka" Box, Bao Xing
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
with moral and spiritual resonance. Hallmarked Chinese silver, Maker's mark B.H (B.H for Bo Hing
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20th Century Chinese Other Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Antique 19th Century Rare Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver and Enamel Bowl
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H 3.55 in Dm 4.34 in
Antique 19th Century Rare Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver and Enamel Bowl
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
base is Hallmarked Chinese silver 90 (900+ standard), Mark "WH" for Wang Hing & Company, this kind of
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Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Rare Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver and Enamel Bowl
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H 3.55 in Dm 4.34 in
Antique 19th Century Rare Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver and Enamel Bowl
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
base is Hallmarked Chinese silver 90 (900+ standard), Mark "WH" for Wang Hing & Company, this kind of
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Antique 1890s Chinese Chinese Export Vases
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Chinese Sterling Silver Box and Cover circa 1900, Hallmarked and Stamped WH90
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H 2.5 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Chinese Sterling Silver Box and Cover circa 1900, Hallmarked and Stamped WH90
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese sterling silver box and cover, circa 1900, hallmarked and Stamped WH90, of rectangular
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Antique Early 1900s Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Dragon Brooch Silver
Located in New York, NY
hallmarked China Silver. The brooch weighs 15 grams.
Category
20th Century Chinese Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
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Mid Century Dragon Embroidered Kimono in ivory silk broadcloth with elaborately hand embroidered blue silk ombre on back. Self belt. 1940's.
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$875
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Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
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$395
H 1.23 in Dm 1.58 in
Vintage American Old Newbury Crafters Sterling Silver Hand-Hammered Napkin Ring
By The Kalo Shop, Old Newbury Crafters, Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine handwrought napkin ring. In hand-hammered sterling silver. By Old Newbury Crafters. Simply a wonderful high-quality napkin ring! Date: Early 20th Century Overall Conditio...
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Antique Art Deco Silver Lipstick Holder with Mirror Amethyst Cabochon
$583
H 2.25 in W 0.71 in D 1.19 in
Antique Art Deco Silver Lipstick Holder with Mirror Amethyst Cabochon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual lipstick box was was created in 1918 ca. It has been hand crafted out of silver and is marked 800 on the lipstick container. There is a n unidentified makers mark next t...
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Boxes and Cases
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Art Deco English Sterling Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case, 1936
$895
H 0.48 in W 3.34 in D 3.38 in
Art Deco English Sterling Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case, 1936
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage English silver & enamel cigarette case. In sterling silver. By the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. of London, England. The firm exhibited internationally multip...
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
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Sterling Silver, Enamel
Tiffany & Co 1940s 14k Gold Compact Mirror Box With Ruby Detail
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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Set of 6 antique Victorian sterling silver napkin rings made in London in 1896
$1,149
H 1.97 in W 5.91 in D 1.58 in
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By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, London
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Tableware
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Sterling Silver
Antique Wang Hing Chinese Export Silver Vesta or Matchsafe
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes and Cases
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Silver
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Located in London, GB
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Located in København, Copenhagen
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Vintage 1910s Danish Tableware
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Silver
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Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Silver
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Located in København, Copenhagen
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Silver Chinese Hallmarks For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of silver Chinese hallmarks available for sale. The range of distinct silver Chinese hallmarks — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of silver Chinese hallmarks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of silver Chinese hallmarks to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Art Nouveau and Georgian silver Chinese hallmarks are of considerable interest. Silver Chinese hallmarks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Wang Hing & Co., Luen Wo and Hung Chong & Co. are consistently popular.
How Much are Silver Chinese Hallmarks?
Prices for silver Chinese hallmarks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, silver Chinese hallmarks begin at $105 and can go as high as $74,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,196.
Questions About Silver Chinese Hallmarks
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024To identify silver hallmarks, use trusted online resources. A quick way to learn the meaning of a silver hallmark is to snap a photo of it and then conduct a reverse image search to discover similar markings. You can also type the description of the hallmark into a search engine and then review the results. If you have difficulty making an identification on your own, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a collection of silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Up until 1974, the silver hallmark for Sheffield Silver was the crown, although the origin and connotation of the symbol is not known. You can find a variety of silver products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- Is Georgian silver hallmarked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Georgian silver products are indeed hallmarked. Georgian silver has a date mark, a maker’s mark, a town mark, a duty mark and an assay mark. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic silver pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is Indian silver hallmarked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022India introduced hallmark licenses for vendors selling silver artifacts and jewelry in 2005. The stamp should have an oval shape, which indicates that it is made out of silver. A rectangular shape stamp indicates that your item is gold. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted Indian silver products from some of the top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024How you read silver plate hallmarks depends on the origin of the piece. Makers in different countries utilize varying systems for hallmarking their silver plate pieces, and these systems have evolved over time. For example, some British makers indicated the highest quality of silver plate with an A1 hallmark and the second highest with an A. Since there is so much variation, the best way to interpret hallmarks on a particular piece is to consult trusted online resources, a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silver plate pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Sheffield hallmarks, use trusted online resources. Most British silver features markings that identify its location of production, its metal purity and its maker. You can find images of these marks on reputable reference websites and compare them to those on your piece. Photographing the marks with your smartphone or tablet and then performing a reverse image search may expedite the process. Another option is to use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Sheffield silver.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver plate hallmarks, try snapping a photo with your smartphone or tablet and then performing a reverse image. Often, this approach will allow you to determine who produced a particular piece. If your search yields no results, try typing a description of the marking into a search engine or browsing image galleries of maker's marks published on trusted online resources. If you run into any difficulty, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can be of assistance. Shop a large selection of silver deocrative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Sheffield silver hallmarks, look at images published on the Sheffield Assay Office's official website. Most silver objects produced in Sheffield, England, will feature a lion's head marking indicating 92.5% pure silver. In addition, they will usually display a crown, rose or combination of both symbols. For assistance with the identification process, use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer.
Sheffield is an English city known to collectors largely for its production of silverplate, not sterling silver. Sheffield silverplate is a durable combination of thin silver sheets and comparatively thicker sheets of copper that was used to create a variety of household objects for years.
In order to identify authentic Sheffield silverplate, you need to look for one significant attribute of the material. A metalworker had to ensure that all of the exposed edges of a particular piece had to be covered with a rim of silver. If not, the middle layer, which comprised copper, would show through. This would reveal that the piece was not sterling silver.
Find a collection of antique Sheffield silverplate on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Chinese silver, first look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as on the bottom or interior. Most pieces will feature four markings. The first is a series of Chinese characters corresponding to the artisan who produced it. The second is the name of the retailer who sold it, usually printed in English. Chinese silver will also usually display the city of manufacture in either Chinese characters or English and a purity mark. Purity markings vary and may include numbers like “935” or “900,” the words “STERLING” or “SOLID SILVER” or Chinese characters that translate to "pure silver." You can learn more about your silver wares by comparing the markings on your pieces to information published on trusted online resources. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chinese silver.
- Is Chinese silver valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Chinese silver is valuable. The term largely refers to silverware manufactured in and exported from China from 1870 through the 1940s. How much a particular piece of Chinese silver is worth depends on its style, age, condition and overall demand. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for assistance with valuation. Shop a wide range of Chinese silver tableware, jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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