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Pair Silver Pedestal Salts
Located in New York, NY
oblong octagonal base and traces of vermeil to basins; with silver marks for Howard & Company. England
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Pair Silver Pedestal Salts
Pair Silver Pedestal Salts
H 1.25 in W 2.88 in D 2.25 in
Pair of 1798-1809 French Silver Serving Spoons
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1798-1809 pair of silver serving spoons, Paris France. 950 standard silver. Mark of N.A. Lion
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Early 1800s French Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Henry Lambert Art Nouveau English Sterling Silver Wine Cooler
By Henry Lambert
Located in Savannah, GA
English silver mark, the weight in sterling is 83 ounces. Silver marks on the side (see photos) denote the
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Art Nouveau Silver Gilded Salad Cutlery
Located in Kitzbuhel, AT
of naturalistic detailed leaves. Produced about 1900 with the German silver marks backside. Ca 160
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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Oval Enamelled Silver Frame, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Unusual oval shaped brown guilloché enamel silver gilt frame. With 925 (Sterling) silver mark
Category

1910s European Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Oval Enamelled Silver Frame, circa 1910
Oval Enamelled Silver Frame, circa 1910
H 5.25 in W 3.75 in D 0.13 in
Silver 800 Plate with Fruit Decoration Vienna Diana Head Mark Made, circa 1890
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Official Silver Mark (used as from year 1867 until 1922):Diana's Head Mark master’s mark existing - but it
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Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Oval Long Plate Holland, in Silver 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
classic figures and plant elements. With silver marks 'CO MO'. No trademarks under DL no. 120/2017, of 15
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19th Century Dutch Baroque Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Gorham Sterling Silver Medallion Scalloped Bowl Cream Ladle, Late 19th Century
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Gardena, CA
warrior figure to the finial. Gorham sterling silver mark to the back. Additional Information: Type
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Late 19th Century Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Gondola Venice Cobalt Blue Silver Cruet 19 Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
. Engraved silver marks. Grams 1290. 19th Century - circa 1840. Italy, Kingdom Lombardo Veneto - Milan
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19th Century Italian Baroque Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Krupski & Matulewicz Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
By Krupski & Matulewicz
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
had there shop at ul. Leszczynska 12. Warszsawa. The Russian silver mark (84) would point to it being
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Early 20th Century Russian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Danish Silver Arts Crafts Nouveau style Serving Spoon 1925
Located in Toronto, Ontario
. Danish silver marks the 3 towers and 25 indicating it was made in 1925 and has the Assay master’s mark of
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1920s Danish Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Pair of 19th Century French Glass and Sterling Silver Vanity Receptacles
Located in Atlanta, GA
Each having a hinged top above a glass container complete with glass stopper, silver marks
Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Silver and Cut-Crystal Confiturier
Located in Paris, FR
). French silver marks for the bowl. Grantee Head of Cérès 1819-1838. Title Head of Old man: 1819-1838
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1820s French Restauration Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Vermeil, Silver

Silver and Cut-Crystal Confiturier
Silver and Cut-Crystal Confiturier
H 10.24 in W 9.45 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco period Austrian 935. silver cigarette case with enamel leaf ornaments
Located in Braintree, GB
Circa 1920 - 1930s Hallmarked with 935 silver mark. Dimensions: Length x width depth: 9 x 8.5 x 1.00 cm
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1920s Austrian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

10 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Tablespoons in Antique Ivy, Monogram "J"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Gardena, CA
to the handle. Monogrammed "J" to the finial. Tiffany & Co. sterling silver marks to the underside
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Early 20th Century Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heavy Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs William Hutton Sons Sheffield 1923
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Dublin, Ireland
. Sheffield Hallmark for 1923. Condition: Good allover firm condition with no imperfections. Silver marks
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fine Pair of Neoclassical Inspired German Silver Double Salt Cellars, circa 1830
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
bearing town marks for Leipzig, including silver marks denoting .750 silver purity together with
Category

1830s German Neoclassical Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

c. 1920 Electroplated Nickel Silver Salver by S.B. & Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Electroplated salver, circa 1920, made in London by S.B. & Co. Electroplated nickle silver marks
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Nickel

8 3/8" Coin Silver S. Kirk & Son Antique 1890-1896 Floral Repousse Chocolate Pot
By Kirk & Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
mark used by Samuel Kirk & Son in the 19th century. It is .916 silver: 11 out of 12 oz silver purity.
Category

1890s American Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Silver Plated Crumb Catcher
By Harrison Brothers & George Howson 1
Located in Bradenton, FL
reeding to one side, with silver marks underneath that denote Harrison Brothers & Howson, electric plated
Category

Late 19th Century British Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

English Silver Plated Crumb Catcher
English Silver Plated Crumb Catcher
H 1.5 in W 13.75 in D 2.75 in
Viennese Renaissance Style Enameled Silver and Rock Crystal Shell-Form Ewer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, last quarter of the 19th century. Mounts with Austrian silver marks, underside of foot with maker's
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Late 19th Century Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Art Glass

A Very Attractive Art Deco Austrian Silver Fruit Bowl / Bread Tray, Circa 1925
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
silver marks denoting .800 silver fineness. Weight, 375 grams (12 troy ounces).
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Rare Silver Vase with Glass Insert by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
reticulated handle. Branded with both Wiener Werstatte's logos, Josef Hoffman's artist cypher, 800 silver mark
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Pair of Crystal and Sterling Silver Ewers 19th Century
By Martial Gauthier, Paris
Located in Paris, FR
and lid topped by a grenade knob. French silver mark and silversmith "MG" stamped, probably Martial
Category

Late 19th Century French Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Georg A Scheid Austrian Silver Guilloche Enamel Silver Buckle
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
border. The buckle has an impressed G.A.S. makers mark along with impressed silver marks and is impressed
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Georg A Scheid Austrian Silver Guilloche Enamel Silver Buckle
Georg A Scheid Austrian Silver Guilloche Enamel Silver Buckle
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H 2.17 in W 3.06 in D 0.4 in
Large Silver Vase, Early 20th Century
By M.H. Wilkens & Söhne
Located in Delft, NL
German Silver Hallmarks, but also the Dutch Silver Hallmarks The 2 Dutch Marks are the duty Mark and
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Early 20th Century German Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Vase, Early 20th Century
Large Silver Vase, Early 20th Century
H 11.03 in W 7.88 in D 5.12 in
Antique Large Solid Silver, Gilt & Glass Elephant Centrepiece Bowl, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Silver Marks. The Elephant is in excellent condition with no damage. Stock Code - ANI01 CEN01
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19th Century German Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Pair Antique German Silver & Glass Claret Jugs c. 1890 Wine Decanter Ewer
Located in London, GB
standard. Height - 25.2cm These Silver Claret Jugs have German Silver Marks. This Pair of Wine Jugs is
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19th Century German Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

19th Century Silver Pair of Ewer and Crystal Engraved
By Edouard Ernie, Paris 1
Located in Paris, FR
:11.22in. (28.5 cm). Weight: 36.75oz (2042 g). Silver marks: Head of Minerva. From 1838
Category

1880s French Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Drageoir or Candy Dish in Silver
Located in Paris, FR
quadrangular base ending in four ball feet. Silver marks: And for foreign work. (Germany) Fleur-de-lys
Category

Early 1800s French Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Drageoir or Candy Dish in Silver
Drageoir or Candy Dish in Silver
H 11.03 in W 7.68 in D 7.68 in
Important English Silver Flatware Service by Francis Higgins II
By Francis Higgins II
Located in London, GB
Higgins II, standard London silver marks, as well as date letters.
Category

Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Coffee and Tea Set, Silver 835, Germany, 1900-20
Located in Belmont, MA
geometric design of the early 20th century. The silver marks identify it as a German piece with a millesimal
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Silver Centerpiece With Engraved Glass Bowl, Hallmarked - Austria ca. 1895
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
" silver mark and the stamp of the silversmith "MG" on the outer edge of the base.
Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Dutch Crystal with Silver Fruit Bowl, 1917
Located in Delft, NL
handle is marked with Dutch silver marks: Running lion (2) 835/1000 Minerva head (office mark) with
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Grand Cut Crystal & Dutch Silver Covered Sweet / Candy Bowl c.1880
Located in Bath, GB
centrepiece. The Dutch silver mount is marked with the single sword mark used between 1814 to 1905; this
Category

1880s Dutch Late Victorian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Dutch Oval Silver Tray by W. Brehm, 1920
Located in Delft, NL
- Heusden. The tray is marked with the Dutch silver mark Lion 2 with purity of silver 835/1000. Minerva head
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Dutch Oval Silver Tray by W. Brehm, 1920
Dutch Oval Silver Tray by W. Brehm, 1920
H 1.97 in W 10.83 in D 6.78 in
Exceptional Set of Twelve Art Nouveau Silver Gilt Fish Knives, circa 1900
By Koch & Bergfeld
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
, exhibiting a lustrous gilded surface overall. Each bearing impressed silver marks (.800 fine), together with
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Exceptional French Silver & Daum Glass Wine Ewer / Claret Jug, France Circa 1900
By Daum
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
foliate inspired handle, all bearing 1st standard silver marks (.950 fine) and makers marks. The glass
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Pair French 1st standard Silver Fruit and Cake Servers C.1920.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
below and French 1st standard Minerva silver mark on handles. Length of slice: 10.75 inches. Length of
Category

Early 20th Century Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Vermeil, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Silver Sugar box, Vienna 1867-1872
Located in Delft, NL
legs with scroll leaf pattern. Inside the sugar box is gilded. The sugar box has the silver hall marks
Category

19th Century Austrian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Silver Sugar box, Vienna 1867-1872
Silver Sugar box, Vienna 1867-1872
H 5.12 in W 5.52 in D 4.34 in
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Tea Glass Holders, Canton, circa 1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
dragon. Hallmarked Chinese Export silver marks (acid tested shows a + silver standard), Maker's mark in
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

An Elegant pair of Scottish Sterling Silver Chocolate Pots Circa 1904
Located in London, GB
An Elegant pair of Scottish Silver Chocolate Pots They are hallmarked with the maker's mark "RS
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Early 1900s Scottish Queen Anne Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Silver and Crystal Candy Dish
Located in Paris, FR
) Silver marks: Title mark: Head of Ceres. 1819-1838 Garantee mark: Head of Michelangelo. 1819-1838
Category

1820s French Restauration Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Silver Candy Dish, Egyptian Style, First Empire
Located in Paris, FR
time and is replaced by the Empire style. Weight 880 gr. Measures: H: 24 cm / D 13 cm Silver Marks
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1810s French Empire Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Tea / Kvosh Spoon by Eros Samoschin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Latin alphabet), as well as a town/84 zolotnik silver mark for 875/1000 fineness. Measurements: Length
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Tea/Kvosh Spoon by Pavel Ouchinnikov
By Pavel Ovchinnikov
Located in Philadelphia, PA
translates to PO in Latin alphabet), as well as a town/84 zolotnik silver mark for 875/1000 fineness
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Russian Silver & Shaded Cloisonne Enamel Tea / Kvosh Spoon by Maria Soko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
translates to MS in Latin alphabet) as well as a town/84 zolotnik silver mark for 875/1000 fineness
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver, Enamel

England Late 18th Century Regency Sterling Silver Toast Rack
Located in Brescia, IT
This elegant silver sterling toast rack is a piece that can't miss in an organized home. The toast
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Late 18th Century English Regency Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

England Late 18th Century Regency Sterling Silver Toast Rack
England Late 18th Century Regency Sterling Silver Toast Rack
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H 6.3 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Set of 4 Peter Ann William Bateman London Sterling Silver Serving Pieces, 1815
By Peter, Ann & William Bateman
Located in Gardena, CA
& William Bateman silver marks. Additional information: Composition: Sterling Silver Style: Georgian
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19th Century Georgian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Silver & Cloisonne Enamel Lemon Fork by Nikolay Zverev
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Latin alphabet), as well as a town/84 zolotnik silver mark for 875/1000 fineness. Measurements: Length
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Pair of Rare Danish Eighteenth-Century Silver Soup Tureens with Trays
Located in London, GB
feature various silver marks.
Category

1750s Danish Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Archibald Knox Liberty & Co Silver Art Nouveau Silver Teapot
By Archibald Knox
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
shaped finial. The teapot has Birmingham silver marks to the base dating the pot to 1900 and has makers
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

 Archibald Knox Liberty & Co Silver Art Nouveau Silver Teapot
 Archibald Knox Liberty & Co Silver Art Nouveau Silver Teapot
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H 2.17 in W 3.06 in D 0.4 in
19th Century Russian Niello Cigarette Case
Located in Firenze, IT
inside a cartouche: HS Maker's mark and standard Russian silver mark "84" 12 cm wide and 2 cm high 163gr.
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1860s Russian Edwardian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

An antique French silver tea or coffee cup and saucer circa 1860
Located in Central England, GB
in several places with the French high grade Minerva silver mark for .950 grade silver. This most
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

French Restauration Silver and Crystal Candy Dish
Located in Paris, FR
. Weight: 14.7 oz (416 g) Measures: H 9.8 in (25 cm), W 7.5 in (19 cm) Silver marks: Guarantee mark
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1820s European Restauration Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Crystal, Silver

18th Century Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt & Niello Tankard, Moscow, c.1766
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
and base hallmarked with Imperial Russian silver marks (875 silver standard), Assay master B.A
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18th Century Russian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Lee & Wigfull English Sterling Silver 1902 Edwardian Bread Dish / Basket
By Lee & Wigfull
Located in New York, NY
& Wigfull registered the silver mark ‘GSL/HW’ from John Street Works, Highfield. Two years later, the Lee
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

German Silver Hound Stirrup Cup by J. D. Schleissner & Söhne Retailed by Dior
By J.D. Schleissner & Söhne 1
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
The Silver mark with the sickle was used by the goldsmiths J.D. Schleissner and sons. This was a
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1890s German Hollywood Regency Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

German silver goblet by Theodor Julius Gunther, 1886-1906
Located in Delft, NL
, but the German state silver mark was not introduced until 1886, so the goblet must date from after
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Late 19th Century Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Silver

Sampson Mordan & Co. Antique Silver Rabbit Pepperette, London, 1899
Located in London, GB
British silver mark, the London mark and the date letter. There is also a dedicatory engraving around the
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1890s English Late Victorian Silver Marks Antique

Materials

Sterling Silver

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the silver marks antique you’re looking for. Each silver marks antique for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect silver marks antique — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A silver marks antique, designed in the Victorian, Art Nouveau or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made silver marks antique has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Royal Crown Derby Porcelain, Reed and Barton and Belleek Pottery Ltd. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Silver Marks Antique?

Prices for a silver marks antique start at $57 and top out at $95,800 with the average selling for $1,225.
Questions About Silver Marks Antique
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    How Italian silver is marked varies. However, the majority of pieces will have the word "Italy" stamped onto their surfaces, as well as the numbers 800 or 925. The 800 marking means that a piece is 80% silver and 20% alloy, while the 925 stamp indicates sterling silver, which is 92.5% silver and 7.5% alloy. Some Italian silver may also feature a maker's mark. Find a collection of Italian silver objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The five standard marks on British silver are the walking lion, the standing lion, the thistle, the crown harp and the image of Britannia. Pieces bearing the walking lion originate from England, while the standing lion represents Glasgow. The thistle is the sign of Edinburgh silver, and the crown harp is reserved for sterling silver from Dublin. If a piece bears the Britannia symbol, it means it is Britannia standard silver, which must be at least 95.84% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of British silver wares.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

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