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Fornasetti Themes & Variations Plate-Clock, Pattern Number 74
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Vintage Fornasetti Porcelain Themes & Variation Plate #74 The Clock, Atelier Fornasetti, 1990s
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver & Glass Inkwell with Clock, Chester, c.1907
By Saunders & Shepherd
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
is set with a silver plated clock, with a white dial with Roman numeral markers and subsidiary second
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Silver

French Louis XV Silver Plated Bronze Putto Mantel Clock M Franjus Raison & Boyer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
" Mantel Clock in Rare Silver Gilt. Item features clock movement signed "Mon Franjus Raison & Boyer Sucrs
Category

Antique 19th Century Louis XV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate

Empire Mantel Carriage Clock Onyx and Silver Plate Female Figurine
Located in Potters Bar, GB
- Eye catching French Empire style mantle clock - Onyx base with bronze silver plated female
Category

Vintage 1920s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

An Arts & Crafts Silver Plated Mantel Clock with Mottled Blue Ruskin Jewels
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts mantel clock with four Ruskin jewels and hand twisted legs united by a cross
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Mantel Clocks

Materials

Copper

1930s English Grandmother Clock
Located in Asheville, NC
silver plate face. Two openings on the face allow one to have the chime and the clock function separately
Category

Vintage 1930s English Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate

1930s English Grandmother Clock
1930s English Grandmother Clock
H 48 in W 9 in D 5 in
English Bracket Clock with Silver Plated Dial, London, circa 1800
By Johnson
Located in Greven, DE
the back. A bell is struck on the hour. The silver-plated dial in the shape of an arch has Roman hour
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

CHAUMET Paris 1925 Art Deco Desk Clock In Plated Silver With Agate & Black Onyx
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
beautiful desk-clock has been crafted with geometric patterns, with parts in polished silver-plated steel
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Silver, Silver Plate

A 19th century bronze silver plated pendule by Christofle Paris.
By Christofle
Located in Wijnegem, BE
A spectacular 19th century bronze silver plated pendule by Christofle Paris. This is the only
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Antique Alabaster, Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Clock Set in the Neo-Grec Style
Located in London, GB
Antique Alabaster, Ormolu and Silvered Bronze Clock Set in the Neo-Grec Style French, Late 19th
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Silver Plate, Bronze, Ormolu

Fantastic Quality Silver Plated Desk Clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Fantastic Quality Silver Plated Desk/Mantle Clock having a quality ornate silver plated shaped case
Category

Early 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Fantastic Quality Silver Plated Desk Clock
Fantastic Quality Silver Plated Desk Clock
H 9.26 in W 9.85 in D 4.34 in
Clock Cream Enamel on Guilloche Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Small table clock in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent enamel fired on
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany Travel Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome Tiffany & Co. Swiss made atlas travel clock. Silver plated inside with a black alligator
Category

20th Century Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Silver

Tiffany Travel Clock
Tiffany Travel Clock
H 1.6 in W 3.25 in D 1.5 in
Rosewood Grandfather Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
silver-plated weights and a mercury pendulum. The three weights power the time, the hour chime and the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Rosewood Grandfather Clock
Rosewood Grandfather Clock
H 98 in W 24.75 in D 17.5 in
Sterling Silver Table Clock Square Box Fire Enameled Guilloché Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Table clock shaped opening square box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fire
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Queen Anne Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate

Table Clock Sterling Silver Large with Horse Sculpture Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Large table clock in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Islamic Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Enamel

French Portico clock Rosewood n Marquetry early 19th century Gilt n Silverplated
Located in Sweden, SE
, desk) clock. The clock having a pediment top over an inlaid architrave. Central guilloche silver dial
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Charles X Mantel Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

Lawson Table Clock
By Lawson Time Inc.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early cyclometer digital clock housed in a wonderful architectural case. Exceptional condition
Category

Vintage 1930s American Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Silver Plate, Brass

Lawson Table Clock
Lawson Table Clock
H 4 in W 13 in D 4 in
Movado travel clock 1950s
By Movado
Located in London, GB
A ‘baby’ Movado purse or travel watch. Chocolate brown crocodile skin with silver mounts. 1950s, in
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate

Movado travel clock 1950s
Movado travel clock 1950s
H 1.5 in W 2.68 in D 0.79 in
Clock and 2 Candlesticks Table set Sterling Silver Enamel Salimbeni.
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Table set made up of a clock and 2 candlesticks in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with two
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Napoleon III Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hermès Stirrup Table Alarm Clock
By Hermès
Located in Munich, DE
Hermes travel clock in silver plate metal, white and beige dial manufactured with a quartz movement
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Hermès Stirrup Table Alarm Clock
Hermès Stirrup Table Alarm Clock
H 0.4 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in
Art Deco Silver and Marble Digital Mantel Clock Model 975 by Lawson, Circa 1930
By Kem Weber
Located in Van Nuys, CA
An early circa 1930s cyclometer model 975 electric digital clock housed in a wonderful silver
Category

Vintage 1930s Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Silver Plate, Brass

Christofle, "President" Table Clock, France 1980s
By Christofle
Located in PARIS, FR
Deco style. Base and columns in silver-plated metal, hallmarked by the manufacture. The plaque holding
Category

Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

A Cartier Santos Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in Amersham, GB
A Cartier desk clock in the style of the iconic Santos de Cartier watch. With a gold bezel, brushed
Category

1990s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Brass, Steel

A Cartier Santos Desk Clock
A Cartier Santos Desk Clock
H 3.35 in W 2.96 in D 1.19 in
Cartier Tank Desk Clock Two-Tone Gold and Steel
By Must De Cartier, Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Santos 24-karat gold-plated and steel Art Deco travel quartz desk clock with alarm. Les
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Table Box Clock Swiss mechanical skeletal movement on the lid Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Large hexagonal table box with clock on the lid, in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with hand
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Napoleon III Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gothic Revival Gilt Mantel Clock
Located in Queens, NY
English Gothic Revival style (19th Cent) gilt mantle clock with silver plate decoration and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

Gothic Revival Gilt Mantel Clock
Gothic Revival Gilt Mantel Clock
H 17.75 in W 12 in D 5.5 in
Clock Red fired enamel on guillochè, with columns in Neoclassico Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Clock Red fired enamel on guillochè, with columns in Neoclassico Salimbeni. Small gold-plated 925
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Austrian Chrome Art Deco Table Clock
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, AT
Small table clock made of beautiful dark walnut wood and silver chrome-plated brass. Clock face
Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Austrian Chrome Art Deco Table Clock
Austrian Chrome Art Deco Table Clock
H 4.34 in W 3.94 in D 1.38 in
Scottish Longcase Clock made by William Spark, Aberdeen, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
George III grandfather clock with silver-plated dial Scotland (Aberdeen) Mahogany George III
Category

Antique 1820s Scottish George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Style Chrome or Silveroid Desk Timepiece
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a lovely Art Deco style chrome or silveroid desk timepiece. Probably made circa 1980. The case is a solid circular shaped chrome or silveroid case with a quartz (bat...
Category

20th Century American Art Deco More Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Chrome

Viennese Silver Historicism Splendour Clock With Musical Movement, Around 1880
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Artfully decorated silver gilded table clock by a Viennese master: Flat, rectangular corpus
Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Malachite, Amethyst, Gold Plate, Enamel, Silver

Viennese Silver Historicism Splendour Clock with Musical Movement, Around 1880
By Viennese Manufactory, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, Herman Boehm
Located in Vienna, AT
Artfully decorated silver gilded table clock by a Viennese master: The base body made of silver
Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Silver, Gold Plate, Enamel

Ansonia Pair of Silver 5-Light Candelabra from Aesthetic Movement 19th Century
By Ansonia Clock Company
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Ansonia silver-plated 5-light candelabra in a style reminiscent of the Aesthetic Movement
Category

Antique 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Candelabras

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Alex Jona Black Enamel Clock Dial Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver black enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Arts & Crafts Copper Framed Mirror By Liberty & Co
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Petworth, GB
Glasgow School silver plate on copper mantel clock Riveted with a domed top and set on 4 stylised
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Copper

Red marble and gilt bronze clock
Located in New York, NY
An unusual red marble, gilt bronze, and silver plate clock, French, late 19th century Width- 12 1/2
Category

Antique 19th Century French Clocks

Materials

Marble

Edwardian Silver Plated Balloon Clock
Located in Beaconsfield, GB
A heavy, well made silver plated balloon clock dating to the early 20th century. It has a waisted
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Mantel Clocks

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Silver Plated Balloon Clock
Edwardian Silver Plated Balloon Clock
H 9.26 in W 6.89 in D 3.75 in
Large Silver Plated French Carriage Clock
Located in Beaconsfield, GB
A large silver plated carriage clock, make in the late 19th century. It has a corniche case, with
Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Plated French Carriage Clock
Large Silver Plated French Carriage Clock
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 3.15 in
Large Silver Plated Striking Carriage Clock
Located in Beaconsfield, GB
An attractive silver plated carriage clock dating to the late Victorian period. It has a corniche
Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Plated Striking Carriage Clock
Large Silver Plated Striking Carriage Clock
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 3.35 in
Large Silver Plated French Carriage Clock
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
A large silver plated carriage clock, make in the late 19th century. It has a corniche case, with
Category

Antique 1890s French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Large Silver Plated French Carriage Clock
Large Silver Plated French Carriage Clock
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 3.15 in
Large Silver Plated Striking Carriage Clock
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
An attractive silver plated carriage clock dating to the late Victorian period. It has a corniche
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Large Silver Plated Striking Carriage Clock
Large Silver Plated Striking Carriage Clock
H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 3.35 in
English Gilded Easel Clock
Located in Sheffield, MA
Victorian silver plated and gilded "Picture on an Easel" clock with alarm. The gilded pierced frame
Category

Antique 19th Century English Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

English Gilded Easel Clock
English Gilded Easel Clock
H 14 in W 9 in D 8 in
English Art Deco Peach Mirror, Chrome, Copper & Vitrolite Mechanical Table Clock
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Port Hope, ON
This stunning English Art Deco table clock features a thick glass face covering a silvered peach
Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

French Mantel Clock by Japy Freres
Located in Blacksburg, VA
French Mantel Clock by Japy Freres. Enamel face in blue, cream, brass, and black. Silverplated
Category

20th Century French Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

French Art Deco Silvered Bronze Mantle Clock by C, Terras 1925
Located in Oakland, CA
French Art Deco silvered bronze mantle clock by C, Terras 1925. A very rare model C. Terras
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

French Eight-Day Gilded Mantle Clock
Located in Sheffield, MA
French lyre-shaped ebonized gilt bronze mantel clock with eight-day movement, silvered Roman
Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Clocks

Materials

Brass, Silver Plate, Bronze

French Eight-Day Gilded Mantle Clock
French Eight-Day Gilded Mantle Clock
H 20 in W 6.25 in D 4.25 in
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Gold Asprey Jaeger Lecoultre 8 Day Travel Clock
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and very rare sterling silver and gold-plated mechanical travel clock. This folding
Category

Vintage 1930s British Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

1930 Art Deco Dome French Mantel Table Desk Clock Thuya Burr Lemonwood Rosewood
Located in Dorking, Surrey
blue roman numerals on a silvered clock face. Very pleasing shape. Condition: The clock comes
Category

Antique 1830s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Chrome, Other

German Art Deco Small Chrome Desk Clock with Blue and Silver Accents
Located in Port Hope, ON
This delightful small German Art Deco desk clock has all original and near perfect chrome both
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

French Working Wooden Bronze Fireplace Clock, 19th Century
Located in Krakow, małopolskie
silver-plated. The black wooden case construction is compact but openwork. The 19th century clock’s face
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Wien, AT
Large table clock in the style of the Wiener Werkstätte. Case made from brass. Silver plated face
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Miniature Mechanical Travel Clock
Located in Carlisle, GB
with light scratches on the silver plated case and on the glass. The black cover case is a bit worn as
Category

Vintage 1930s British Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver Plate

Mechanical Swiss Clock with Miniature Painting, circa 1930s
Located in Redding, CA
he raises and drops the Hammer the clock tics away another second the figure. In silver is a great
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Paintings

Materials

Ormolu, Silver Plate

Antuque Big Pocket Watch Signed Messaggero, Echappement Roskopf
Located in Carlisle, GB
ticking nicely. Some visible chipped on the dial near 1 and 7 o’clock. Case tarnished.
Category

Antique 1880s Pocket Watches

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Midcentury Silver Plated Sunburst Mantle Clock
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking midcentury silver plated sunburst mantel (fireplace) clock on a black marble base (4" x 9
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Ornate Silver Plated Bronze French Desk Clock
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This beautiful wheel cut and ornately engraved silver plated bronze French electric clock with its
Category

Vintage 1950s French Clocks

Spectacular Sculptural Silver-Plate Vintage Dunhill Clock
By Dunhill
Located in North Miami, FL
The height, the angles the sheer vintageness and the beauty make this clock so special. It is from
Category

Vintage 1960s English Modern Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique 1890 German Kienzle Grand Sonnerie Vienna Regulator Wall Clock
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Danville, CA
shows on a silver plated dial. This clock is in excellent working condition. The maker, German kienzle
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

A WMF silver plate over Britannia-metal case clock
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Stamford, CT
A WMF case clock with pendulum circa 1910. The clock has hallmarks indicating that it is silver
Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal

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Silver Plated Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the silver plated clock you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and silver, every silver plated clock was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a silver plated clock, we have 659 options in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect silver plated clock — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each silver plated clock bearing Art Deco, Georgian or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made silver plated clock over the years, but those crafted by Fornasetti, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Viennese Manufactory are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Silver Plated Clock?

A silver plated clock can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,127, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $509,338.
Questions About Silver Plated Clock
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    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.
  • 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 ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    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.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is silver-plated or solid silver, put a magnet near it. Solid silver won't attract the magnet. However, the base metals used to produce silver-plated pieces often will. If the magnet test is inconclusive, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable expert can help you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.