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English Victorian Silver Plated Compote
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian silver plated compote with root and leaf cast tripartite base and removable cut
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Small Bohemian Style Opaline Crystal Silver Plate Compote
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This a pearly opaline crystal silver plate compote. It feature a flower shaped crystal bowl with
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century English Silver Plate Compote Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-20th century English silver plated pair of dessert serving pieces / compote. Each one is in
Category
Mid-20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Copper, Silver Plate
Beautiful Silver Plate Vintage Compote with Aqua Floats
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely decorative silver plate compote with beautiful workmanship. It's been lacquered so won't
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Reticulated Silver Plate Grape & Leaf Compote, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian silver plate compote offers bowl with reticulated rim having grape and leaf
Category
20th Century Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English 1850s Copeland Red Border Plates and Compotes with Bouquets of Flowers
By Copeland & Garrett Spode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four English Copeland red border dessert plates and compotes from the mid 19th century
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
H 2 in W 11.25 in D 8.75 in
Ridgway Porcelain Dinner Plates and Compote with Green Rim and Floral Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Four Ridgway porcelain hand painted dinner plates and one compote from the 19th century, with green
Category
Antique 19th Century English Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Silver Plated Metal Tall Ornate French Style Compote Centerpiece, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Silver plated tall ornate French style 28" compote centerpiece - a pair. Item features a tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
Walker & Hall Sheffield Silver Plated Regency Fruit Shell Compote Platter Stand
By Walker & Hall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Walker & Hall Sheffield Silver Plated Regency Fruit Shell Compote Platter Stand. Item
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
H 5.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Large Art Deco Silver Plate Cut Glass Bowl / Compote Centerpiece
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Silver plate with beautiful criss-cross cut-glass piece with scapploed edge on one side and finger
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Foliate Form Compote Basket & Cranberry Glass Insert C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Silver Plated Foliate Form Compote Basket & Cranberry Glass Insert C1890
Measures- 3.25''H
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 3.25 in W 8 in D 8 in
Pair of French Victorian Compotes with Silver Plated Rams' Heads
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Victorian (19/20th Cent) compotes with a silver-plated oval base with ram heads
Category
20th Century French Victorian Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Vintage Pair of English Silver Plate & Cut Glass Compotes 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning Vintage pair of English silver plate and cut glass compotes in the Victorian
Category
Late 20th Century English Victorian Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
H 10.24 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Blue Green Red Silver Plated Enamel Compote - 3 Pc
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Danish Modern Blue, Green, Red Silver Plated Enamel Compotes - 3 Pc. Circa Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of 19th Century French Silvered Bronze Compotes Signed Christofle
By Christofle
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a dining table or a buffet with this elegant pair of antique compotes. Crafted in France
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
19th Century English Minton "Florentine" Porcelain Compotes and Plater
By Minton
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 19th century English Minton Porcelain set of two compotes and a platter.
"Florentine
Category
Antique 1880s English Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 1.97 in W 17.33 in D 13.78 in
Louis-Philippe Paris Porcelain Fuschia Service Plates and Compotes, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
Louis-Philippe period Paris porcelain service plates from the mid-19th century, with fuschia border
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
English Porcelain Compotes and Plates with Floral Décor and Gilt Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
English porcelain compotes and plates from the 20th century, with floral décor and gilded trim
Category
20th Century English Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Six Plates & Fruit Basket Compote Centerpiece Early 20th Century, Max Roesler
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Six Early 20th century plates and a compote Centerpiece made by the Max Roesler company which
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Carl Thieme German Dresden Footed Reticulated Compote Cake Plate 9"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Carl Thieme German Dresden centerpiece serving compote. Made of porcelain featuring footed
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Centerpieces
Materials
Porcelain
H 6 in W 9.25 in D 9.25 in
Vintage Ralph Lauren Silverplate Centerpiece Trophy Urn Cup Compote 13"
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare vintage Ralph Lauren Art Deco style silver plate trophy urn / vase / compote. No monogram or
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
French 19th Century Majolica Compote and Plates with Roses, Sold Individually
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French majolica compote and seven plates from the 19th century, with roses and foliage, priced
Category
Antique 19th Century French Platters and Serveware
Materials
Majolica
Stevens & Williams Green, Saffron Cut to Clear 2 Compotes and 6 Dessert Plates
By Stevens & Williams
Located in Great Barrington, MA
saffron, cut to clear with a starburst pattern. The compotes are paired with 6 matching dessert plates to
Category
Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal
English 19th Century Porcelain Plates and Compote with Floral Décor, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
English porcelain plates and compote from the 19th century, with floral décor, priced and sold
Category
Antique 19th Century English Platters and Serveware
Materials
Porcelain
2 Antique German Dresden Carl Thieme Reticulated Footed Compotes Cake Plate 7"
By Carl Thieme
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two antique German Dresden Carl Thieme porcelain compotes / cake / dessert plates / stands
Category
Early 20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Porcelain
H 4 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
French Louis XV Silver Plate Cupid Compote
By Christofle
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19th Century) silver plate cupid base compote with scalloped crystal bowl
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Set of French Pink Floral Dessert Set with 12 Plates and Two Footed Compotes
By Old Paris
Located in Great Barrington, MA
of colors and species creates light and cheerful subjects. The plates are bordered with a "peony pink
Category
Antique 19th Century French Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Jean Boggio for Roux-Marquiand. Large modernist compote in plated silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jean Boggio for Roux-Marquiand, France.
Large modernist compote in plated silver.
A base with a
Category
20th Century French Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Compote with Amber Stem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern Compote - sliver plate or stainless steel with a very tasteful amber style
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel
Fine Pair of English Silvered Bronze Glass Crystal Ormolu Bowls Bamboo Compotes
Located in Roslyn, NY
Fine pair of English silvered bronze ormolu in bamboo and leaf form,
set with glass / crystal
Category
20th Century English Belle Époque Decorative Bowls
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Silver Plate
H 5 in W 6 in D 10 in
Silver-plated Centerpiece Compote
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Silver-plated Centerpiece Compote. An especially-assembled compote centerpiece consisting of two
Category
20th Century Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
20th Century Silver Plate and Enamel Pedestal Serving Compote by Reed & Barton
By Reed & Barton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century "Revere" silver plate and enamel pedestal footed compote serving dish by Reed & Barton
Category
Mid-20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Art Deco Compote by A. Sadoux
Located in Charleston, SC
Art Deco Compote, Silver Plated Pedestal Form with Tooled Design Around Hexagonal Bowl, Signed: "A
Category
Early 20th Century French Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Footed Compote by Luc Lanel, French, circa 1930
By Luc Lanel
Located in Hoboken, NJ
A silver plate footed compote, with glass column by Luc Lanel, French, circa 1930. Measures: 6” D
Category
Vintage 1930s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Silver Plate
Gucci Silver Plate Compote
By Gucci
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Gorgeous silver plate and green resin Gucci compote, marked, circa 1970.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Pair of English Silver Plate Compotes by Walker & Hall
By Walker & Hall
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of antique English silver plate compotes by the renowned maker Walker
Category
Antique 1870s English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Vintage English Sterling Silver plate compotes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delicate pair of Vintage English, Sterling Silver plate shallow compotes (bowls on stand
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Sterling Silver
Antique Loetz School Art Glass & Silver Plate Compote C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
raised on silver plate urn form footed base, c1890
Measures - 11"h x 10"diam
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Elegant French Art Deco Covered Compote
Located in North Miami, FL
Wonderful silver plated compote. Cover is beveled and has cylindrical bakelite handle with
Category
20th Century French Serving Pieces
Arts & Crafts Jugendstil Silverplated Compote
Located in Astoria, NY
Arts & Crafts or Jugendstil silver plated compote or Tazza, the hammered lobed top above a
Category
Early 20th Century Jugendstil Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Pair of English Silver Plate Camel Compotes, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of antique English silver plate compotes each bearing the Victorian
Category
Antique 1870s English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
19th Century English Dessert Set Cobalt Blue and Gold with Footed Fruit Compote
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Great Barrington, MA
decorations.
Compote measures 10.75" D x 6.5" H; the dessert plates measure 9" D.
Category
Antique 19th Century British Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage English Silver Plated Pair of Compote
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Vintage English silver plated pair of dessert serving pieces or compote. Excellent condition. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Silver Plate Cut-Glass Compote Centrepiece
Located in London, GB
This is a truly stunning new silver plate and cut-glass compote in the Classic Victorian style
Category
Late 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Wallace Silver-Plate Raised Compote Dish w/ Lid
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Astoria, NY
Wallace silver-plate raised compote dish with lid, marked "Wallace / EPNS / N6717.".
Category
Mid-20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Classical Silver Plated Bronze Figural Cherub Compote, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique figural compote offers silver plated bronze construction with central sculptural cherub
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Classical Greek Sheffield and Silverp...
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
H 37.25 in W 23.25 in L 37.25 in
Midcentury French Silver Plate Four-Tiered Epergne, Compote, or Serving Piece
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at 36 inches in height, this French silver plate epergne or serving piece features four
Category
Mid-20th Century French Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate
2 Art Nouveau Figural Fairy Cherub Silver Plated Marble Glass Candy Compotes
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two antique Art Nouveau silver plate stands shaped like dancing fairies (instead of the
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Marble, Silver Plate
Pair Sheffield England Silver Plated Pierced Compotes Lion & Swan Mounts C. 1862
Located in Atlanta, GA
English, circa 1862.
A pair of good quality antique Sheffield made silverplate pedestal baskets. Each basket has a pierced frame, lion head mounts to front and verso and flanked by ...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
H 8 in W 12 in D 6 in
Jean Boggio for Roux-Marquiand, France Large Modernist Compote in Plated Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jean Boggio for Roux-Marquiand, France. Large modernist compote in plated silver. Base with motive
Category
20th Century French Modern Serving Bowls
H 5.52 in Dm 11.82 in
Black Starr and Frost Compotes and Cake Plate
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Proudly offering a three-piece suite, pair of compotes and matching cake plate. Sleek but with a
Category
Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Twelve Antique Old Paris Porcelain Plates & Compotes C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Twelve Antique Old Paris Porcelain Plates & Compotes C1880
Compotes - 9 5/8" x 9 5/8" x 2 3/4
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of 19th c. French Covered Compotes with Under Plates
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Pair of hand blown crystal cased in white and cut to clear sweetmeat covered compotes with matching
Category
Antique 19th Century French Glass
Antique Large Clear Cut Crystal Centerpiece Compote
Located in New Orleans, LA
. The bowl of the compote rests on a lovely silver maiden. The rim and foot have a scalloped edge
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Table Garniture with Candleholders and Compote by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Deco influence. Designed in silver plated metal and green bakelite that simulates Jade. The dimensions
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Silver Plate
French 19th Century Paris Porcelain Dessert Set with Five Plates and Compote
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Paris Porcelain dessert set from the 19th century, consisting of five dessert plates and a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Renaissance Style Repousse Silver Plate Large Compote
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a wide open repousse silver plate pedestal compote. It depicts a round base center and from
Category
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique English Copeland Spode Dessert Set Ten Plates Six Compotes, October 1883
Located in London, GB
plates and six compotes, two high and four low.
They feature finely scalloped rims with cobalt blue
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Platters and Serveware
H 3.55 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Period Crystal and Silver Plate Compote, Dish
Located in Fayetteville, AR
silver plate footed base and rim displaying Classic Louis XVI motifs. The crystal bowl is detailed with
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Serving Pieces
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Set of Flight Barr Barr Worcester Porcelain Dessert Dishes & Compote
By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A set of 4 armorial dessert dishes and 1 compote, made circa 1820 by the Worcester Porcelain
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
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Silver Plated Compote For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal silver plated compote for your home. Each silver plated compote for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and silver plate. Your living room may not be complete without a silver plated compote — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right silver plated compote, those designed in Art Deco, Victorian and Regency styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one silver plated compote that is appealing in its simplicity, but Christofle, Gucci and Jean Puiforcat produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Silver Plated Compote?
Prices for a silver plated compote start at $100 and top out at $9,800 with the average selling for $1,010.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining 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.
Questions About Silver Plated Compote
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To 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 an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-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, 2022Antique 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 16, 2024The 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, 2022The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
- What was silver plate called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 Sheffield silver plate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sheffield 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 triple-plated silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Triple-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 antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique 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, 2024The 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, 2022To 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, 2024To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether 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 12, 2024How you read silver plate hallmarks depends on the origin of the piece. Makers in different countries utilize varying systems for hallmarking their silver plate pieces, and these systems have evolved over time. For example, some British makers indicated the highest quality of silver plate with an A1 hallmark and the second highest with an A. Since there is so much variation, the best way to interpret hallmarks on a particular piece is to consult trusted online resources, a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silver plate pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Yes, some silver-plate silverware is valuable. However, the maker, age and style of silver-plated silverware are usually what make it valuable. From a material standpoint, silver plate contains very little pure silver, so the metal on its own is not very valuable. Find a wide range of silverware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify silver plate marks, first explore trusted online resources for some of the most frequently used examples. Most silver plate pieces will feature a purity marking, such as “EPNS” or “A1,” and markings corresponding to the maker. Photographing the maker's mark and performing a reverse image search may lead to a quick identification. If your search doesn't yield any results, try entering a description of the mark into the search engine or examining reference guides shared by trusted online resources to determine who produced your piece. From there, you can conduct further research to learn about your piece's age, pattern and other features. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver plate hallmarks, try snapping a photo with your smartphone or tablet and then performing a reverse image. Often, this approach will allow you to determine who produced a particular piece. If your search yields no results, try typing a description of the marking into a search engine or browsing image galleries of maker's marks published on trusted online resources. If you run into any difficulty, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can be of assistance. Shop a large selection of silver deocrative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To 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.
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Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.
With Dansk, Jens Quistgaard Delivered Danish Simplicity to American Tables
When a visionary Copenhagen designer teamed up with an enterprising Long Island couple, Scandi-style magic landed in kitchens and dining rooms across the United States.
Hostess Extraordinaire Aerin Lauder Shares Entertaining Tips and Auction Picks
The arbiter of good taste, who has curated a collection for 1stDibs Auctions, invites 1stDibs inside her family’s Hamptons barn for a firsthand look at her welcoming style.
Handmade with Lab-Grade Glass, This Decanter Holds Your Favorite Cocktail Concoctions
Artist Simone Crestani conjures the fascination you remember from Chemistry 101.