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Antique English Silver Plated "Shell" Cheese Dish
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English silver-plated "shell" cheese dish.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Barker Ellis England EPCA Silver Plated Shell Handle Etched Candy Dish - a Pair
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Barker Ellis England EPCA Silver Plated Shell Handle Etched Candy Dish - a Pair. Circa Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Shell Form Candy Dishes or Ashtrays, Pair
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of silver plated shell candy dishes or ashtrays. No makers mark or brand stamp.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Edward San Giovanni Silver Plated Shell Form Twin Handle Platter Tray
By Edward San Giovanni
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Vintage Edward San Giovanni Silver Plated Shell Form Twin Handle Platter Tray. Item featured
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Neoclassic Silver Plated Shell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's American silver-plated double-light shell-shaped sconces. Measurements
Category

Vintage 1950s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Silver-Plate Shell Ice Bucket or Champagne Bucket with Shell Form Feet
Located in North Miami, FL
This elegant and refined vintage shell ice or champagne bucket is silver plate and hallmarked on
Category

Vintage 1980s Brazilian Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

6 Vintage 1940s-1950s Silver Plated Shells, Place Card Holders, Fratelli Broggi
By Fratelli Broggi, Milano
Located in London, GB
Vintage, precious and fun 1940s-1950s silver plated set of 6 place card holders / shells, by
Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Dior Silver Plated Shell Brooch with Orange Resin
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior(Made in France) Silver plated brooch with orange resin representing a shell. Additional
Category

1990s French Brooches

Set of Shell Shaped Silver Plated Sconces, Sold Per Pair
Located in New York, NY
A set of four French circa 1940's silver-plated shell shaped sconces in original finish and 2
Category

Vintage 1940s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Austrian Fish And Shell Plate
Located in Clearwater, FL
Antique porcelain hand painted fish plate with beautiful floral decorated trim. Beautiful details.  
Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage King’s Pattern Soup Ladle Shell Motif, Silver Plate, England
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated Soup Ladle in Kings Pattern, vintage England. Nice addition to every
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Large French Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines Circa 1920
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines Circa 1920. 9.5 inches diameter.
Category

Vintage 1920s French Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Three Shells Oyster Wall Plate Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Majolica three shells oyster wall plate signed longchamp. Diameter / 8 inches.
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Majolica Three Shells Oyster Wall Plate Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Majolica three shells oyster wall plate signed longchamp. Diameter / 8 inches.
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Majolica Three Shells Oyster Wall Plate Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Majolica three shells oyster wall plate signed longchamp. Diameter / 8 inches.
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

William Adderley English Staffordshire Shell and Floral Asparagus Plate
By William Adderley
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A shell form asparagus plate, William Adderley, Longton, Staffordshire, England, circa 1880, for
Category

Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Luneville French Faïence Majolica Asparagus And Shell Plate, circa 1890
By Luneville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the plate, French blue scrolled acanthus leaves separate the spears from two shell form wells, one for
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in London, GB
Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Minton Porcelain Plate, Sea Shells by W. Mussill, Victorian, 1891
By Minton
Located in London, GB
artist Wenceslas (William) Mussill. The plate has an aquatic scene with sea shells in the centre and
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

French Late 19th Century Sarreguemines Asparagus Plates with Shell Shaped Hole
By Sarreguemines
Located in Atlanta, GA
Four French Sarreguemines asparagus plates from the late 19th century, with teal accents and shell
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

19th Century French Faïence Majolica Glazed Divided Asparagus and Shell Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A scarce French barbotine Majolica glazed Asparagus plate, circa 1890-1910, maker unknown. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Art Nouveau French Barbotine Majolica Shells on Paisley Pattern Oyster Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A scarce French majolica oyster plate in an Art Nouveau style, maker unknown, circa 1890-1900
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Puce-Colored Creamware Shell-Edge Neale and Co Set of Ten Plates
By Neale & Co.
Located in Downingtown, PA
The Neale & Co. puce-colored shell-edge plates are each decorated in a purple transfer with figures
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

Materials

Creamware

Piero Fornasetti Set of Dinner Plates Decorated with Urchins and Sea Shells
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
different sea creature filling the center well of each plate, surrounded by assorted sea animals, shells
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century French St. Jean de Bretagne Orange Scallop Shell Oyster Plate
By Quimper Faience Pottery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. A boldly colored shaped plate – six orange wells shaped as scallop shells are separated by sprigs of
Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Wedgwood Majolica Tortoise Glazed Scallop-Shell Seafood Server, 1889
By Wedgwood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Wedgwood, an English majolica scallop shell shaped seafood serving dish, date marked 1889
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Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Runnymede Turquoise Pink Shells, Floral Center 71 Pcs Dinner Set
By Wedgwood
Located in Germantown, MD
71 piece dinner set by Wedgwood with turquoise band and the rare pink shell model with Floral
Category

Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Bone, Porcelain

Majolica Oyster Plate with Crab Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate with crab in the center and shell accents, circa 1960 signed Sarreguemines.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Large and Assembled Wedgwood 'Wreathed Shell' Part Dessert Service, circa 1815
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
"Conchological, each shaped based on that of a real shell and enriched in shades of pink, yellow
Category

Antique 1810s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Pearlware

Minton Dessert Service, Inverted Shell White with Monochrome Flowers, ca 1830
By Minton
Located in London, GB
round dishes, and ten plates. It is decorated in a very restrained and elegant pattern of a monochrome
Category

Antique 1830s English Rococo Revival Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Majolica Flowers Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1900
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate with different flowers on each shells, circa 1900 signed Longchamp.  
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Romantic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Flowers Oyster Plate Longchamp, circa 1900
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate with different flowers on each shells, circa 1900 signed Longchamp.  
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Romantic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1920. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.
Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Oyster Plate Sarreguemines Digoin, circa 1920
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Sarreguemines, circa 1920. 6 shells and space for the lemon on the center.
Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Aqua Seaweeds Plate Gien, Circa 1890
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica aqua turquoise shell plate with seaweeds signed Gien, circa 1890.
Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

English Creamware Whieldon-type Gray Tortoiseshell Plate
By Thomas Whieldon Pottery
Located in Downingtown, PA
English Creamware Whieldon-type Gray Tortoiseshell Plate, Circa 1765-75 The octagonal shaped plate
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

Carl Tielsch Porcelain Oyster Plate, c.1875
By Carl Tielsch & Co. 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A German porcelain oyster plate by Carl Tielsch, Altwasswe, circa 1875-1900. A beautiful turquoise
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Wedgwood Majolica Tortoiseshell Seafood Plates, Set of 8
By Josiah Wedgwood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Wedgwood, an assembled set of eight English majolica scallop shell shaped, mottled
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

French Porcelain 6-Well Oyster Plate, c.1890
By Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French porcelain oyster plate, circa 1890. Six shell shaped oyster wells with colorful, hand
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Majolica Pink & Blue Oyster Plate Gien
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.  
Category

Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century, Wedgwood Plate with Reticulated Edge, 1868
By Wedgewood
Located in Ross, CA
Wedgwood majolica antique plate decorated with a reticulated rim with a tortoise shell style center
Category

Antique 1860s English Anglo-Japanese Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Oyster Plate Choisy Le Roi
By Choisy-le-Roi
Located in Austin, TX
Colorful and rare Majolica oyster plate Choisy Le roi unsigned, circa 1890. The six wells are blue
Category

Antique 1890s French Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Sarreguemines Strasbourg Pattern Hand Painted Faïence Asparagus Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French faïence hand painted asparagus plate in the Strasbourg pattern from Sarreguemines, circa
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Early 19th c. Minton 18 Piece Hand Painted Cobalt Dessert Service w/ Shells
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
highlighted in gold. There are 12 dessert plates, 2 shell-shaped bowls, 2 oval bowls and 2 rectangular bowls
Category

Antique 19th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Enamel, Gold

English 19th Century Asparagus Wall Plate with Mums
By Adderley Ware
Located in Austin, TX
19th century English Majolica shell-shaped asparagus plate decorated with mums flowers "William
Category

Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

English 19th Century Asparagus Wall Plate with Butterfly
By Adderley Ware
Located in Austin, TX
19th century English Majolica shell-shaped asparagus plate decorated with a butterfly and flowers
Category

Antique 1880s English Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

French Porcelain Octagonal Hand-Painted Oyster Plate, c.1890
By Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French porcelain oyster plate, circa 1890-1910. Octagonal in shape and glazed in a lovely soft
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Orchies French Faïence Majolica Asparagus Plate, circa 1890
By Orchies
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French Faïence majolica glazed asparagus plate from the Orchies Faïencerie in Saint-Armand-Les
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century Majolica Pink and Blue Oyster Plate Gien
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.   
Category

Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

St. Clement French Majolica Pottery Basket Weave Oyster Plate
By Saint-Clément
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French majolica glazed oyster plates from the faïencerie of Saint-Clément, Circa 1890-1900. Six
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Conchiglie Seashell Plate with Mollusks, #9
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
-70s The Fornasetti plate is decorated in the Conchiglie pattern which depicts different sea shells
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Majolica Pink and Blue Oyster Plate Gien
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.  
Category

Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century Majolica Pink and Blue Oyster Plate Gien
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th century Majolica oyster plate with pastels colors, shells and seaweeds signed Gien.
Category

Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Pair of 19th Century English Minton Majolica Oyster Plates
By Minton
Located in Pearland, TX
plates are a nice large size and have a beautiful shell design and gilt edge. Impressed "Minton mark" on
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

French Majolica Oyster Aqua Turquoise Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
French aqua turquoise Majolica oyster plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870. 6 shells and
Category

Antique 1870s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Plates, Pair Decorated with Sea Anemones
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Pair of Vintage Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Plates, decorated with sea anemones, urchins and shells
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Faïence Pays Rustique Provençal Oyster Plate, B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French faïence rustic Provençal oyster plate, maker unknown, circa 1880. A central sauce well
Category

Antique 1880s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Conchiglie Seashell Set of Plates with Mollusks
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
shells and sea anemones. The plate is transfer printed and hand-enameled. The craftsmanship is
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 18 English Porcelain Plates, Minton, circa 1890
By Minton
Located in New York, NY
the Barbotine time style in Minton from 1870-1900. He also excelled in the painting of fish shells
Category

Antique 1890s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Modern French MBFA Pornic Pottery Belon Oyster Plate
By M. F. B. A. Pornic
Located in Philadelphia, PA
spring green on a crisp white background. The plate has six oyster shell shaped wells, ringed by seaweed
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

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Silver Plated Shells For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of silver plated shells for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and silver plate, all silver plated shells available were constructed with great care. Find 214 antique and vintage silver plated shells at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of silver plated shells available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Victorian, Mid-Century Modern and Regency silver plated shells are consistently popular styles. Many silver plated shells are appealing in their simplicity, but Wedgwood, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Gabriella Binazzi produced popular silver plated shells that are worth a look.

How Much are Silver Plated Shells?

Prices for silver plated shells can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, silver plated shells begin at $59 and can go as high as $75,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,093.
Questions About Silver Plated Shells
  • 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
    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
    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 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 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 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 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 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 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.

  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated items are worth something. Since silver plating features only a small amount of precious metal, the material itself doesn't have much value. However, silver-plated tableware, serveware and decorative objects may appeal to collectors based on their age and maker. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can provide you with an estimate as to how much a particular piece may be worth. Find a wide variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.