How can you tell silver from silver plating?

To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What is triple-plated silver?

Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is Sheffield silver plate?

Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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 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.

What is the mark for silver-plated?

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.

What is the hallmark for silver plate?

The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.

What was silver plate called?

The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a silver plate and a Sheffield plate?

The difference between a silver plate and a Sheffield plate is that one item is a type of the other. Silverplate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silver plate, is the general name for any silver wares made predominantly of a base metal finished with a thin layer of pure silver.Developed in the 1700s by Thomas Boulsover in Sheffield, England, Sheffield silverplate is a specific type of silverplate created by fusing silver with copper. This new material felt like silver but was substantially cheaper. It was then used to produce a variety of serveware, candlesticks, buttons, tea sets and more.Find antique Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate objects for sale on 1stDibs.

How do I tell if a teapot is silver or silver plated?

To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.

How can you tell if a silver plate is real silver?

To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.

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.

Is silver plate worth any money?

Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.

How can you tell if silver is solid or plated?

To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.

What is silver plate worth today?

What silver plate is worth today varies. Because silver plate pieces contain only minimal amounts of silver, they usually don't have much value on the scrap market. However, silver plate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silverplate, may be worth something due to its style, type, age, maker, rarity and overall condition. Some silver plate makers that are popular among collectors include Reed & Barton, Gorham, Sheffield Cutlers Company, Christofle, Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Lino Sabattini, Elkington & Co. and Mappin & Webb. If you'd like a professional opinion on how much items in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a large collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silver plate and other silver plate on 1stDibs.

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 do you read silver plate hallmarks?

How 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.

How do you clean something that is silver plated?

Set the silver-plated item line glass bowl lined with aluminum foil. Mix boiling water with baking soda and pour over the item. After 5 to 10 minutes, remove the item, rinse under warm water, and dry.

Does silver-plated flatware tarnish?

Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.

Are silver-plated items hallmarked?

No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Silver Plate Flask

Silver Plate Flask with Silver Plate Removable Cup

$425

H 5 in W 2.75 in D 1 in

Silver Plate Flask with Silver Plate Removable Cup

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful Silver Plate Flask. The top is a screw type closure and does not leak.

Category

20th Century Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated Flask, Pinecone Shape Metal Design, 1950s

$531

H 5.91 in W 3.55 in D 1.97 in

Vintage Silver Plated Flask, Pinecone Shape Metal Design, 1950s

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

Vintage 1950s Silver Plated Flask, Pinecone Shape Metal Design, Unique Bar Accessory for Men, Retro Style Collectible, Elegant Gift Idea This vintage silver-plated flask from the 19...

Category

20th Century Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Hammered Silver Plate Hip Flask with Drinking Cup

$450

H 7 in W 5 in D 1.5 in

Hammered Silver Plate Hip Flask with Drinking Cup

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This hammered silver-plate hip flask catches light beautifully.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

German Silver Plated Hammered Flask with Screw Lid and Cup

$375

H 8.13 in W 3.88 in D 1 in

German Silver Plated Hammered Flask with Screw Lid and Cup

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful and brilliant hammered flask with screw lid and small cup at top. The piece was made in Germany and is in very good condition. We have made sure the top does not leak, ...

Category

20th Century German Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Glass Flask with Etched Silver Plate Base and Leather Top

$585

H 5 in W 2.5 in D 1 in

Glass Flask with Etched Silver Plate Base and Leather Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

a wonderful Glass Flask with a leather top and Silver plate etched base / drinking cup.

Category

20th Century European Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Hunting Flask, English, Silver Plate, Leather Case, Bottle, Victorian

$797Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.45 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in

Antique Hunting Flask, English, Silver Plate, Leather Case, Bottle, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique hunting flask. An English, glass and silver plate bottle in leather case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique 20thC Novelty Silver Plate & Crocodile Leather Golfing Hip Flask c.1920

$2,180

H 6.5 in W 3.15 in D 1.38 in

Antique 20thC Novelty Silver Plate & Crocodile Leather Golfing Hip Flask c.1920

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century English silver plated hip flask with a crocodile leather-wrapped glass body.

Category

20th Century British Other Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-19th Century Blown Crystal Flask with Silver Plated Fittings

$90Sale Price|48% Off

H 6.25 in W 3 in D 1.5 in

Mid-19th Century Blown Crystal Flask with Silver Plated Fittings

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Blown crystal panel cut flask with silver plated fittings. The screw flip cover is numbers 26.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century North American Barware

Materials

Silver

Large Edwardian Silver-Plate and Leather-Mounted Glass Flask With Hinged Lid

$650

H 7.5 in W 3.75 in D 1.5 in

Large Edwardian Silver-Plate and Leather-Mounted Glass Flask With Hinged Lid

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in New York, NY

Large, Edwardian, silver-plated and leather-mounted glass flask with hinged lid (having a cork insert), Sheffield, England, Ca. 1900, James Dixon and Sons, - makers.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

20thC Novelty Silver Plate & Leather Book Shaped Hip Flask By J Dixon & Sons

$1,360

H 5.52 in W 4.14 in D 0.99 in

20thC Novelty Silver Plate & Leather Book Shaped Hip Flask By J Dixon & Sons

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb 20th Century silver plated book shaped hip flask, with a consealed twist lid.

Category

20th Century British Other Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Leather Covered Glass Hip Flask with Silver Plated Top, circa 1900

$1,503

H 9 in W 4 in D 2.5 in

Large Leather Covered Glass Hip Flask with Silver Plated Top, circa 1900

Located in London, GB

A fine pig skin leather covered glass hip flask with silver plated top of generous size. Dimensions 23 cm/9 inches (height) x 10 cm/4 inches (width) Bentleys are Members of LAPADA,...

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage 20th Century Italian Silver Plated Hot Water Flask By Gucci c.1980

$950

H 9.45 in W 6.3 in D 5.91 in

Vintage 20th Century Italian Silver Plated Hot Water Flask By Gucci c.1980

By Gucci

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

This elegant hot water flask features a silver-plated vessel housed in its original leather sleeve, offering both insulation and a pleasing contrast between polished metal and richly...

Category

20th Century Italian Other Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Pitcher, Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

$754Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Silver Pitcher, Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Italian Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver plated Head 1880s with with label “Port wine” mounted scroll handle, the body with etched leaves deco...

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique Silver Pitcher, Italy Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver

$1,093Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Silver Pitcher, Italy Crystal CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver

Located in Wembley, GB

Condition: Excellent, with only minor wear consistent with age. Antique Italian silver claret jug, 19th century crystal pitcher, silver-mounted glass jug, decorative crystal flask, ...

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

$1,302 / item

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Silver Pitcher, GLASS CLARET JUG Decorative Crystal Flask Silver Itay

Located in Wembley, GB

Keywords: Antique Italian claret jug, crystal decanter, silver plated pitcher, Victorian wine jug, etched crystal flask, antique barware, decorative silverware, Renaissance Revival, ...

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Italian Leather Cognac Flask, Handmade Hip Flask Bar Accessory

$404Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 5.52 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Vintage Italian Leather Cognac Flask, Handmade Hip Flask Bar Accessory

Located in Wembley, GB

Vintage Italian Leather Cognac Flask: Handmade Hip Flask Bar Accessory Elevate your barware collection with this exceptional vintage Italian leather cognac flask, a sophisticated ge...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Royal Copenhagen - Celadon Flask and Plate - Georg Thystrup

$336 / set

H 1.38 in Dm 6.89 in

Royal Copenhagen - Celadon Flask and Plate - Georg Thystrup

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product description: These two celadon-style flask and serving plate are wonderful together. The designer of both items has probably been Georg Thystrup and the works have been made ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Art Deco Glass & Chrome Plated Caged Hip Pocket Flask Luxury Barware

$400

H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 1.25 in

Antique Art Deco Glass & Chrome Plated Caged Hip Pocket Flask Luxury Barware

Located in Dayton, OH

Art Deco Prohibition Era Chrome Plated Hip Flask. Features a caged glass design with screw off lid. A great piece of history to display along your bar and use on the go. Dimension...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Stag Drinking Flask

$3,200

H 14 in W 8.5 in D 3 in

Silver Plated Stag Drinking Flask

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th century English silver plated stag drinking cup sculpture with detachable head. Measurements Height: 14" Depth: 3" Width/Length: 8.5".

Category

Antique 19th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Silver

Decanter / Flask, 23 carat gold plated brass Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, 1960s

$341Sale Price|25% Off

H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in

Decanter / Flask, 23 carat gold plated brass Pierre Forssell for Skultuna, 1960s

By Pierre Forsell, Pierre Forssell, Jens Quistgaard, Skultuna, Gunnar Ander

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Elegant Decanter made from brass. Gold plated, 23 carat. Designed by Pierre Forssell and manufactured in Sweden by Skultuna. The company was founded by King Carl IX of Sweden in 160...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Allen Strand Hip Flask With Faux Crock Leather Cover

$929

H 8.47 in W 4.14 in D 1.97 in

Allen Strand Hip Flask With Faux Crock Leather Cover

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Large Gentleman's Silver Plated Crocodile Leather Hip Flask. A generously sized silver-plated spirit hip flask by J.W.

Category

20th Century English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Gucci Leather Hip Flask Perfume Bottle Set 1970s

$2,127

H 7.49 in W 7.09 in D 2.76 in

Gucci Leather Hip Flask Perfume Bottle Set 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Silver plated hip flask or perfume bottle set designed in leather and engraved Gucci on the back of the leather bottom with the original box.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Pewter Hunting Flask with Deer Motif – Rustic Barware & Collectible

$423 / item

H 4.34 in W 3.94 in D 4.73 in

Vintage Pewter Hunting Flask with Deer Motif – Rustic Barware & Collectible

Located in Wembley, GB

Vintage Pewter Hunting Flask with Deer Motif – Rustic Barware & Collectible An exceptionally charming vintage pewter flask featuring an elegant embossed deer and woodland scene, bea...

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Pewter

Signed Gabriella Crespi Silver-Plated Decorative Fish Bottle, Italy 1970s

$1,950

H 6.89 in W 3.15 in D 2.17 in

Signed Gabriella Crespi Silver-Plated Decorative Fish Bottle, Italy 1970s

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning silver-plated flask designed by Gabriella Crespi in Italy during the 1970s and signed on the bottom.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Vintage Art Deco Silverplate Whisky Cocktail Flask Bottle Glass Stopper 8"

$500

H 7.5 in Dm 3 in

Vintage Art Deco Silverplate Whisky Cocktail Flask Bottle Glass Stopper 8"

Located in Dayton, OH

A unique early 20th Century silver plate liquor flask. Features a glass ground stopper and screw on lid / shot glass.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Rolls Royce Radiator - Vintage Novelty Drinks Flask Decanter Music Box

$1,895

H 9.5 in W 6 in D 3 in

Rolls Royce Radiator - Vintage Novelty Drinks Flask Decanter Music Box

Located in Austin, TX

Purchased in England, most examples were manufactured in Japan during the 1960s. The “Silver Sprit of Ecstasy” mascot originally designed by Charles Sykes for the Rolls Royce Silver...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Scandinavian Modern Flask with 6 Cups, Pierre Forssell 1960's

$1,536 / set

H 7.09 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in

Scandinavian Modern Flask with 6 Cups, Pierre Forssell 1960's

By Pierre Forsell

Located in Uccle, BE

Pierre Forsell (Sweden, 1925-2004) A brass 24k plated flask with 6 cup set by Pierre Forsell. Produced by Skultuna, Sweden. Marked by manufacturer. Swedish silversmith and product de...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

German Mid-Century Hand Stitched Black Leather Glass Flask / Shot Glass Set

$575

H 7.75 in W 3 in D 2.25 in

German Mid-Century Hand Stitched Black Leather Glass Flask / Shot Glass Set

Located in New York, NY

German mid-century fine hand stitched black leather covered glass flask bottle with 4 shot glasses.Top snaps off to reveal shot glasses over bottle top. Label attached, UTH Offenbach...

Category

Mid-20th Century German International Style Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Hip Flask, English, Leather, Glass, Silver Plate, Celebration Gift, 1920

$699Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.93 in W 3.15 in D 1.19 in

Antique Hip Flask, English, Leather, Glass, Silver Plate, Celebration Gift, 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique hip flask. An English, leather bound, glass and silver plated retirement or celebration gift, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bottles

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Polo Club Vacuum Flask, English, Leather, Cooling Jug, Warming Pitcher

$705

H 9.65 in W 4.14 in D 5.71 in

Vintage Polo Club Vacuum Flask, English, Leather, Cooling Jug, Warming Pitcher

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage polo club vacuum flask. An English, leather and silver plated cooling or heating jug, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980.

Category

Vintage 1980s British Modern Bottles

Materials

Silver Plate

Recent Sales

Vintage Picnic Set Presented Bespoke Travelling Case

Unavailable

H 7 in W 18.5 in D 13 in

Vintage Picnic Set Presented Bespoke Travelling Case

Located in London, GB

Full picnic set for 4 people including silver plated flasks and original sandwich boxes.

Category

Early 20th Century English Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Christofle Plated Silver Whisky Flask, Model Aria, Late 1900s

Unavailable

H 5 in W 2.75 in D 1 in

Christofle Plated Silver Whisky Flask, Model Aria, Late 1900s

Located in Petaluma, CA

This beautiful Christofle plated silver whisky flask is the model Aria made in the late 1900s.

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Oversized 1 Gallon Silver Plate Hip Flask, circa 1950

Unavailable

H 15.5 in W 10 in D 3 in

Oversized 1 Gallon Silver Plate Hip Flask, circa 1950

Located in London, GB

A very unusual and very large, 1 gallon silver plated hip flask. English, circa 1950. The over sized flask having a removable screw cap and in perfect usable condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

1920's Large Alligator Hip Flask With Silver Plated Top

Unavailable

H 9.45 in W 5.52 in D 3.15 in

1920's Large Alligator Hip Flask With Silver Plated Top

Located in Hong Kong, HK

The lid is carved and plated in silver. The pictures are part of the description Warning: Since this items are made of a protected species, CITES document need to be applied for sh...

Category

Early 20th Century British Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Small 19th Century Victorian Crocodile Skin Covered Flask

Unavailable

H 3 in W 1.5 in D 0.75 in

Small 19th Century Victorian Crocodile Skin Covered Flask

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A cute little English Victorian silver plated and crocodile skin covered flask with screw-on lid and detachable cup to base, circa 1895.

Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Edwardian Crocodile Leather Covered Hip Flask, circa 1905

Unavailable

H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 1 in

Edwardian Crocodile Leather Covered Hip Flask, circa 1905

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A nice English Edwardian silver plated hip flask with crocodile leather cover, bayonet top and pull-off cup.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Hip Flask, circa 1910

Unavailable

H 7 in W 3.5 in D 1.75 in

English Hip Flask, circa 1910

Located in New York, NY

A large glass and silver plated hip flask with drinking cup.

Category

Vintage 1910s Barware

Antique English Edwardian Sheffield Silver-Plated Flask, Circa 1900-1910

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H 6 in W 4 in D 1.5 in

Antique English Edwardian Sheffield Silver-Plated Flask, Circa 1900-1910

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Edwardian Sheffield silver-plated flask, Circa 1900-1910.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique English Edwardian Leather and Silver Plate Flask, Circa 1900-1910

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H 6 in W 3.5 in D 1 in

Antique English Edwardian Leather and Silver Plate Flask, Circa 1900-1910

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Edwardian leather and silver plate flask, Circa 1900-1910.

Category

Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Reed & Barton Silver Plate Flask

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H 6.13 in W 3.5 in D 0.88 in

Reed & Barton Silver Plate Flask

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reed & Barton flask of silver plate... a highly polished and very chic piece.

Category

20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Flask by St James Brazil for D.B. Howes & Son

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H 5.52 in W 3.94 in D 0.99 in

Silver Plate Flask by St James Brazil for D.B. Howes & Son

By St. James

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stylish modernist Art Deco-inspired silver plate flask designed by St James, Brazil and sold at D.

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Art Deco Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Miniature Leather and Silver Plated Flask

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H 3.25 in W 1.75 in

Miniature Leather and Silver Plated Flask

Located in London, GB

A wonderful miniature sized pig skin leather covered glass flask that holds just one ounce of liquor. With plated silver screw cap and shot cup.

Category

20th Century British Sheffield and Silverplate

Very Large Leather and Silver Plate Flask, circa 1910

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H 11 in W 4.5 in D 3 in

Very Large Leather and Silver Plate Flask, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

A very large pigskin leather and silver plate covered glass flask by James Dixon & Sons, circa 1910.

Category

Vintage 1910s British Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th c. Silver Plate Flask with Expandable Cup c.1890

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H 5.75 in W 3.75 in D 2 in

19th c. Silver Plate Flask with Expandable Cup c.1890

By Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Silver Plate. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use.

Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century American Silver & Enamel Cocktail Shakers With Hip Flask, c.1927

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H 13.39 in Dm 3.94 in

20th Century American Silver & Enamel Cocktail Shakers With Hip Flask, c.1927

By Meriden Silver Plate Co.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th Century American very rare silver plated cocktail shakers and solid silver hip flask, the shakers and flask applied with enamel depicting a golfer holding a golf club.

Category

20th Century American Barware

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Vintage Towle Silver Plated Fish Flask

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H 6 in W 3.5 in D 1 in

Vintage Towle Silver Plated Fish Flask

By Towle Silversmiths

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A vintage, silver plated fish flask shaped like a Piranha with screw top lid.

Category

Early 20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Hip Flask, William Hutton & Sons

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H 4.93 in W 2.96 in L 4.93 in

Silver Plated Hip Flask, William Hutton & Sons

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Silver plate William Hutton & Sons hip flask. A beautiful plated hip flask with a curved profile.

Category

Vintage 1920s British Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Hip Flask

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H 5.52 in W 3.55 in D 1.38 in

Silver Plated Hip Flask

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Gentleman's Hip Flask. A very nice silver plate spirit hip flask with the top half covered in leather with level viewing windows cut into both sides.

Category

20th Century British More Dining and Entertaining

Antique American Silver Plated Leather Flask, Circa 1900

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H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1.5 in

Antique American Silver Plated Leather Flask, Circa 1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique American silver plated leather flask, Circa 1900. Normal wear and tear from use on both the glass bottom and the silver cup/cover.

Category

20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage German Silver Plated Hammered Flask, circa 1940-1950

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H 7.25 in W 4 in D 125 in

Vintage German Silver Plated Hammered Flask, circa 1940-1950

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A hammered silver plated hip flask lined with tin, made in West Germany.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver-Plate and Snakeskin Hip Flask, Circa 1900

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H 5 in W 3 in D 1 in

Antique English Silver-Plate and Snakeskin Hip Flask, Circa 1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English silver-plate and snakeskin hip flask, Circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver plated car Radiator Hip Flask by James Dixon

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H 3.75 in W 2.37 in D 0.79 in

Vintage Silver plated car Radiator Hip Flask by James Dixon

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Dereham, GB

Vintage Silver plated Hip Flask In the Form of a 1920s Vintage Car Radiator Screw cap, Stylised radiator shell, Engine Turned Detail on Radiator Core by James Dixon & Son Sheffield...

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Vintage 1920s British Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Art Nouveau Repousse Silver Plate Pocket Flask Engraved Baroque Floral

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H 4.25 in W 0.75 in L 4.25 in

Antique Art Nouveau Repousse Silver Plate Pocket Flask Engraved Baroque Floral

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique repousse floral silver plate pocket flask with sparrow bird and engraved “Only” on the reverse.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Hand Engraved Silver Plate "Rare Bottle Shape" Spirits Flask

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H 6.25 in W 3 in D 1.25 in

Antique English Hand Engraved Silver Plate "Rare Bottle Shape" Spirits Flask

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Very rare antique English hand engraved silver plate "Rare Bottle Shape" spirits flask "Hawcoat" is an area of Barron in Furness, Cumbria in NW England on the Scottish border.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plate and Italian Leather Mounted Flask, Circa 1920.

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H 6 in W 4 in D 1.25 in

Antique English Silver Plate and Italian Leather Mounted Flask, Circa 1920.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Silver Plate and Italian Leather Mounted Flask, Circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Napier Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker Form, Combo Spirit Measure / Flask Funnel

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H 3.88 in Dm 1.88 in

Napier Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker Form, Combo Spirit Measure / Flask Funnel

By Napier Co.

Located in Nantucket, MA

Silver plate combination bar tool by Napier Silver Co. in the form of a cocktail shaker, the bottom calibrated to measure spirits with the capped lid doubling as a funnel to fill a f...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Hip Flask with Leather Cover

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H 5.91 in W 3.35 in D 1.38 in

Silver Plated Hip Flask with Leather Cover

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

A very nice silver plate spirit hip flask with the top half covered in leather with level viewing windows cut into both sides.

Category

Vintage 1920s British More Dining and Entertaining

20th Century Silver Plated & Leather Hip Flask, James Dixon & Sons, c.1900

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H 7.09 in W 4.34 in D 1.58 in

20th Century Silver Plated & Leather Hip Flask, James Dixon & Sons, c.1900

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning hip flask made by James Dixon and Sons. Made out of glass and then mounted with crocodile leather with a silver plated bayonet locking mechanism and removable cup, these h...

Category

20th Century British Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Leather and Silver Plated Liquor / Spirit / Hip Flask circa 1910

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H 5.25 in W 3 in L 5.25 in

Antique English Leather and Silver Plated Liquor / Spirit / Hip Flask circa 1910

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Bath, GB

The top of the flask is clad in a cognac colored leather. The glass flask has silver plated fittings and is made by the top-notch silversmith, James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield, f...

Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Leather and Silver Plated Liquor / Spirit / Hip Flask circa 1910

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H 5.25 in W 3 in D 1 in

Antique English Leather and Silver Plated Liquor / Spirit / Hip Flask circa 1910

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Bath, GB

The top of the flask is clad in a cognac coloured leather. The glass flask has silver plated fittings and is made by the top-notch silversmith, James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield, ...

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Electroplated Silver Plated Spirits Hip Flask James Dixon 1920s

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H 5.5 in W 4.25 in D 1.25 in

Antique English Electroplated Silver Plated Spirits Hip Flask James Dixon 1920s

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Exceptional Example of an English Electroplated Siver Ladies or Gents Heavy Gauge Spirits Hip Flask of typical form and generous proportions. Produced by well-known silver smiths ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plated Hallmarked Hip Flask, Circa 1910-1920

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H 5 in W 3.5 in D 0.75 in

Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plated Hallmarked Hip Flask, Circa 1910-1920

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English sheffield silver-plated hallmarked hip flask circa 1910-1920.

Category

Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Dunhill 20th Century Silver Plated Cigarette Case Shaped Hip Flask c.1920

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H 3.75 in W 3.35 in D 1.38 in

Dunhill 20th Century Silver Plated Cigarette Case Shaped Hip Flask c.1920

By Dunhill

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early 20th Century Dunhill silver plated cigarette case shaped hip flask with a consealed twist list.

Category

Vintage 1920s British Other Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plate and Leather Hip Flask by James Dixon & Sons

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H 1.3 in W 6.42 in D 4.06 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plate and Leather Hip Flask by James Dixon & Sons

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Braintree, GB

Antique Victorian silver plate and leather hip flask Maker : James Dixon & Sons Made in England, circa 1879-1890 Fully hallmarked.

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plated Hip Flask Mounted with Leather, Ca. 1880

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H 5.25 in W 3 in D 1 in

Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plated Hip Flask Mounted with Leather, Ca. 1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Sheffield glass and silver-plated hip flask mounted with leather and removeable cup, circa 1880.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Barware

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Brass Plated Caged Glass Flask c.1920

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H 5.5 in W 1.25 in D 3.5 in

Brass Plated Caged Glass Flask c.1920

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A brass plated caged metal flask with screw top lid and glass interior. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1920. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Brass Plated Metal, Gla...

Category

Early 20th Century Barware

Materials

Brass, Metal

Antique English Sheffield Silver Pumpkin Seed Flask Signed "Mappin Webb Co."

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H 6 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in

Antique English Sheffield Silver Pumpkin Seed Flask Signed "Mappin Webb Co."

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Sheffield silver-plated pumpkin seed flask signed "Mappin Webb Co. of London," Circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Hip Flask

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H 6 in W 3 in D 1 in

Hip Flask

Located in New Orleans, LA

1930's English Leather and Sheffield Silver Plated Hip Flask

Category

Vintage 1930s British Barware

Materials

Leather

James Dixon & Sons 1900 Sheffield 3/8 Pint Liquor Flask in Silver and Crocodile

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H 6.25 in W 3.75 in D 1.37 in

James Dixon & Sons 1900 Sheffield 3/8 Pint Liquor Flask in Silver and Crocodile

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Miami, FL

Liquor flask bottle designed by James Dixon & Sons. Very handsome and handy liquor flask bottle, created in Sheffield England by the silversmith James Dixon & Sons, back in the 19...

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Elegant Late 19th C. English Silverplate & Cut Crystal Self Contained Flask

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H 9 in Dm 2 in

Elegant Late 19th C. English Silverplate & Cut Crystal Self Contained Flask

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

English Silverplate & Cut Crystal Self-Contained Flask England, Circa 1895 This elegant late 19th-century English silver-plated and cut crystal self-contained flask, circa 1895, i...

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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of two chrome-plated steel Thermos flasks, in a velvet-lined leather case

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H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in

Set of two chrome-plated steel Thermos flasks, in a velvet-lined leather case

By The American Thermos Bottle Company

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

Set of two chrome-plated steel Thermos flasks from the eponymous brand, circa 1930/40. Housed in a velvet-lined leather case with glass interior, closed with cork stoppers and screw-...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Chrome

Unusual Hall's Patent Hip Flask by James Dixon and Sons, circa 1885

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H 4.25 in W 4.25 in D 1 in

Unusual Hall's Patent Hip Flask by James Dixon and Sons, circa 1885

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Bath, GB

A rare English hip flask dating to the late Victorian era, around 1885. This unusual, electro- plated hip flask was made by James Dixon & Son to the patent design of Joseph Hall. ...

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare English "When" Faux Book Drinks Flask by James Dixon & Son

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H 5.5 in W 4.13 in D 1 in

Rare English "When" Faux Book Drinks Flask by James Dixon & Son

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Austin, TX

A rare English drinks or liquor flask, by James Dixon and Sons, Ltd. of Sheffield, featuring a book-shaped body of leather over gilt metal, holding eight ounces, with a removable twi...

Category

Early 20th Century English Barware

Materials

Britannia Standard Silver, Gilt Metal

Very Large Leather Covered Hip Flask of Decanter Size, circa 1890

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H 10.5 in W 4.75 in D 2.88 in

Very Large Leather Covered Hip Flask of Decanter Size, circa 1890

Located in London, GB

Very large pig skin leather covered glass flask with plated silver top of decanter size. Circa 1915.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Stunning Liberty London Kilim & Brown Leather Hip Flask Stainless Steel 6oz

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H 5.71 in W 3.75 in D 0.91 in

Stunning Liberty London Kilim & Brown Leather Hip Flask Stainless Steel 6oz

By Liberty & Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning handmade in England Liberty London hip flask Full stamped to the base stainless steel 6oz, the cover is aged brown sadd...

Category

20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Box of Flask and 6 Cups by Pierre Forssell, 1950's

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H 8.67 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Box of Flask and 6 Cups by Pierre Forssell, 1950's

By Pierre Forssell, Skultuna

Located in Uccle, BE

A boxed set of flask + 6 brass gold-plated tumblers by Swedish designer Pierre Forsell. Forsell worked for Skultuna, a Swedish manufacturer of brass, between 1955 and 1986. These tum...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Scandinavian Modern Flask with 6 Cups, Pierre Forssell 1960's

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H 7.09 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in

Scandinavian Modern Flask with 6 Cups, Pierre Forssell 1960's

By Pierre Forsell

Located in Uccle, BE

Pierre Forsell (Sweden, 1925-2004) A brass 24k plated flask with 6 cup set by Pierre Forsell. Produced by Skultuna, Sweden. Marked by manufacturer. Swedish silversmith and product d...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Barware

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

20th Century Silver Plate & Crocodile Huge Hip Flask, James Dixon & Sons, c.1910

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H 8.47 in W 5.12 in D 2.17 in

20th Century Silver Plate & Crocodile Huge Hip Flask, James Dixon & Sons, c.1910

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th century Edwardian silver plated, blown glass and sumptuous crocodile leather hip flask, unusually large, of rounded rectangular form, with a pull off cup with gilt interior, top...

Category

20th Century British Edwardian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar c.1930

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H 8.75 in Dm 3.5 in

"Milk Bottle" Travelling Cocktail Set / Bar c.1930

Located in Bath, GB

The set comprises three glass spirit flasks with silver-plated screw caps each retaining it's glass stopper within and topped with a spirit measure / jigger, a stacking set of four b...

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Leather Cased Hunting Set, circa 1920

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H 6.38 in Dm 3.88 in

Leather Cased Hunting Set, circa 1920

Located in London, GB

A 1920s sturdy hide case with chamois leather lining containing two large silver plated cups plus a flask that is topped with a cork lined stopper on a hinged bayonet closer.

Category

Vintage 1920s British Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Silver Plate

Abercrombie and Fitch Silver-Plated Flasks

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H 9.5 in W 4.75 in D 2.5 in

Abercrombie and Fitch Silver-Plated Flasks

By Abercrombie & Fitch

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pair of signed, hallmarked drinking flasks.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Godinger Silver Plate Flask with Repousse Geese

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H 6.88 in W 4 in D 1 in

Godinger Silver Plate Flask with Repousse Geese

By Godinger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Godinger Flask with Reposse Geese and screw on Cap. The flask has been newly polished and is dated 1985. A wonderful decorative piece for the den or library, or for practical use

Category

20th Century Bottles

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 1900's Highly Decorated Silver Plated Flask. Victor Silver Co. Ca. 1905

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H 5.25 in W 3.5 in D 1.63 in

Early 1900's Highly Decorated Silver Plated Flask. Victor Silver Co. Ca. 1905

Located in Incline Village, NV

Lovely Art Nouveau hand crafted liquor flask repousse hand crafted design made by the Victor Silver Company, Meriden, Connecticut circa 1905.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Patinated Apollo Silver Co. Hammered Flask, circa 1920

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H 7.25 in W 4.25 in D 1 in

Patinated Apollo Silver Co. Hammered Flask, circa 1920

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original hammered silver plated flask by Apollo Silver Company. This large flask has a flip top with a cork interior.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated and Glass Hip Flask

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H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1 in

Silver Plated and Glass Hip Flask

Located in San Francisco, CA

Heavy glass flask with silver plated top. Silver plated bottom is lined with gold plating and is removable and can be used as a cup.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Silver Plated Hip Flask by Dixon & Son, Sheffield

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H 4.53 in W 2.76 in D 0.99 in

Silver Plated Hip Flask by Dixon & Son, Sheffield

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Gentleman's small silver plated hip flask by James Dixon. A silver-plated pocket spirit hip flask made by James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Glass

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Hunting Flask

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H 10.04 in Dm 2.76 in

Silver Plated Hunting Flask

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Silver plated conical hunting saddle flask. A good-plated hunting saddle flask, conical shape with a hinged lid with bayonet fitting, contained in the original leather case.

Category

Antique 1890s British More Dining and Entertaining

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Silver Plate Flask For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal silver plate flask for your home. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, every silver plate flask was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a silver plate flask — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A silver plate flask, designed in the Victorian, Art Deco or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one silver plate flask that is appealing in its simplicity, but James Dixon & Sons, Abercrombie & Fitch and Christian Dior produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Silver Plate Flask?

Prices for a silver plate flask can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $110 and can go as high as $3,295, while the average can fetch as much as $500.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

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