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.

Sterling Silver Plates

Spoon And Fork

Antique Silverware

Christofle France

Antique European Plates

Cast Glass Bowl

Pressed Glass Art Deco

French Silver Spoon

Gold Plated Bowl

Letter Opener Sterling Silver Blue Enamel on Guillochè Salimbeni

$10,555

H 8.27 in W 6.11 in D 2.96 in

Letter Opener Sterling Silver Blue Enamel on Guillochè Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Shaped letter opener with rectangular base in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guillochè.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Islamic Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Photo Frame Red Enamel Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterling Silver Salimbeni

$6,262

H 0.99 in W 7.49 in D 5.2 in

Photo Frame Red Enamel Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterling Silver Salimbeni

By Franco Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Shaped oval photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on sunburst guillochè and Louis XVI French Empire style ornaments.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Louis XVI Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Photo Frame Black and White Enamel Squared Shape Sterling Silver Salimbeni

$4,642 / item

H 0.99 in W 5.71 in D 5.71 in

Photo Frame Black and White Enamel Squared Shape Sterling Silver Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

In the construction of an object Salimbeni starts from a drawing, which can also be provided by the customer, to build the structure by hand with silver plates of different thickness...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Red Photo Frame French Empire Louis XVI style Sterling Silver Enamel Salimbeni

$4,635

H 0.99 in W 5.01 in D 4.02 in

Red Photo Frame French Empire Louis XVI style Sterling Silver Enamel Salimbeni

By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè, with French Empire Louis XVI style border and rich ornamentation around th...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1927 Child's Plate / Dish with Animal Motifs

$1,375

H 0.67 in Dm 7 in

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1927 Child's Plate / Dish with Animal Motifs

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child's plate in pattern number 20960A from 1927, adorned with etched animal motifs.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Covered Serving Dish, London, 1818

$6,658 / set

H 5.6 in Dm 11 in

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Covered Serving Dish, London, 1818

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The dish sits on the original hallmarked sterling silver plate. The plate is embellished with an embossed border to the rim, matching the same design to that of the cover.

Category

Antique 1810s English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Design ring made of gold-plated silver from the 1970s

$555Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.99 in W 0.83 in D 1.26 in

Design ring made of gold-plated silver from the 1970s

Located in Oirlo, LI

Design ring made of gold-plated silver from the 1970s Beautiful ring, very striking, we tested it on silver and it was then gold plated.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates

$74,975 / set

H 1 in Dm 10.8 in

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A beaded detailing surrounds the plate as well as the border on the underside. Each plate is marked on the underside "Tiffany & Co. 14761 Makers 5745 Sterling Silver 925" as well as ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bernard Buffet, 1928-1999, Three Annual Plates in Sterling Silver

$2,000 / set

H 0.79 in Dm 7.88 in

Bernard Buffet, 1928-1999, Three Annual Plates in Sterling Silver

Located in København, Copenhagen

Bernard Buffet, 1928-1999. Three annual plates in sterling silver with engraved animal motifs.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Photo Frame Two-Tone Fired Enamel on Guillochè Louis XVI Style Sterling Silver S

$13,429

H 0.99 in W 8.47 in D 7.29 in

Photo Frame Two-Tone Fired Enamel on Guillochè Louis XVI Style Sterling Silver S

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Large shaped photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent two-tone fired enamel on guillochè and with various ornaments in Louis XVI French Empire style and 4...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Louis XVI Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian Serling Silver Cellini Jug on Stand Ewer on Plate London 1864

$15,132

H 11.86 in Dm 12.8 in

Antique Victorian Serling Silver Cellini Jug on Stand Ewer on Plate London 1864

By Stephen Smith & William Nicholson

Located in London, GB

Height of Jug - 30.1cm Approx. Diameter of Plate - 32.5cm / 12/75 inches Both Silver Cellini Jug and Platter have Full English Hallmarks.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Large Silver Passover Seder Plate by Gutgesell Gebrüder, Hanau Circa 1915

$8,000

H 18.71 in W 18.71 in D 0.79 in

A Large Silver Passover Seder Plate by Gutgesell Gebrüder, Hanau Circa 1915

Located in New York, NY

A Large Chased Silver Passover Seder Plate made by Gutgesell Gebrüder in Hanau, circa 1915, is a very noteworthy piece of Judaica.

Category

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Decorative Sterling Silver Dish Ring or Plate Stand Hallmarked in 1921

$3,463

H 3.55 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Decorative Sterling Silver Dish Ring or Plate Stand Hallmarked in 1921

By D. & J. Wellby 1

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London, 1921 by D. & J. Wellby, this pleasing, sterling silver dish ring, has pierced decoration depicting shepherds and rural animals along with scroll and floral deco...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates

$54,975 / set

H 0.25 in Dm 10.75 in

Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates originates from the United States, Circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexican Sterling Silver Set Of Twelve Small Dessert Plates And Twelve Chargers

$55,000 / set

H 0.75 in Dm 11.5 in

Mexican Sterling Silver Set Of Twelve Small Dessert Plates And Twelve Chargers

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Sterling Silver Set of a total of 24 items. Twelve dessert Plates and Twelve Chargers.

Category

20th Century Mexican Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen No. 849B Sterling Silver Charger Plates, Set of 12 – Sigvard Bernad

$37,932 / set

H 2 in W 11 in D 11 in

Georg Jensen No. 849B Sterling Silver Charger Plates, Set of 12 – Sigvard Bernad

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hellerup, DK

A rare set of twelve Georg Jensen Art Deco sterling silver charger plates, design no. 849B by Sigvard Bernadotte, introduced in 1939.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Chiseled And Engraved Sterling Silver Basket With Handle

$2,334

H 8.27 in Dm 11.03 in

Victorian Chiseled And Engraved Sterling Silver Basket With Handle

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The craftsmanship of the chisels is extraordinary and spectacular, only the expert hand of a great master chiseler could make chisels so admirably precise and real that the little fl...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Puirforcat Silver and Gold-Plated Glasses, Signed and Sealed

$8,170 / set

H 1.97 in Dm 4.53 in

Pair of Puirforcat Silver and Gold-Plated Glasses, Signed and Sealed

By Emile Puiforcat, Puiforcat

Located in Marbella, ES

Pair of Puirforcat Silver and Gold-Plated Glasses, Signed and Sealed

Category

Mid-20th Century French Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Set of 8 J. E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Bread or Cake Plates

$2,850 / set

H 0.5 in Dm 6.5 in

Set of 8 J. E. Caldwell Sterling Silver Bread or Cake Plates

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A set of 8 sterling silver reticulated 6.5 inch bread plates. The elaborate pierced borders retailed by J.

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Towle Set of 12 Sterling Silver Dessert Plates in Mid-Century Modern Style

$2,925 / set

H 0.67 in Dm 6 in

Towle Set of 12 Sterling Silver Dessert Plates in Mid-Century Modern Style

By Towle Silversmiths

Located in New York, NY

Set of 12 Towle, sterling silver dessert plates in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant, geometric design.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage S. Kirk & Son 925 Sterling Silver Salt Cellar Spoon and Under Plate

$525 / set

H 0.3 in Dm 3.25 in

Vintage S. Kirk & Son 925 Sterling Silver Salt Cellar Spoon and Under Plate

Located in Greer, SC

Vintage to antique repousse set in 925 sterling silver by S. Kirk & Son. Featuring a sterling silver salt cellar, salt spoon, and small under plate.

Category

Early 20th Century American Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1910s Gunnar Tandberg (Oslo 1894-1954) Art Nouveau Style Plate - Solid Silver

$3,360Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.39 in W 13.39 in D 0.78 in

1910s Gunnar Tandberg (Oslo 1894-1954) Art Nouveau Style Plate - Solid Silver

By N.M. Thune

Located in Skien, NO

Museum quality -- Stunning late ART NOUVEAU antique serving plate, wall hanging, or table decor piece handcrafted from 830s solid silver.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Norwegian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Naturalistic 'Leaf' Antique Sterling Silver Set Of Six Clip-On Plates from 1903

$1,069

H 2.96 in W 3.35 in D 4.93 in

Naturalistic 'Leaf' Antique Sterling Silver Set Of Six Clip-On Plates from 1903

Located in London, London

., this unusual, Edwardian, Antique, Sterling Silver Set of six clip on plates, take the form of leaves which can be attached to your saucer or dessert plate by a hinged wishbone clip.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1937 Jean Puiforcat Art Deco Modernist Fruit Plate Tray Sterling Silver Vermeil

$75,281

H 4.73 in W 10.24 in D 20.08 in

1937 Jean Puiforcat Art Deco Modernist Fruit Plate Tray Sterling Silver Vermeil

By Puiforcat, Jean Puiforcat

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Art Deco Modernist Fruit Dish Tray made in solid silver 950/1000th and vermeil designed by Jean E. Puiforcat in 1937. All parts are stamped Minverve 1st Title and Jean E. Puiforcat. ...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

G. Jensen Sterling Silver Charger/ Plate in Pyramid Pattern #600y from 1910s/20s

$2,675

H 0.5 in Dm 11 in

G. Jensen Sterling Silver Charger/ Plate in Pyramid Pattern #600y from 1910s/20s

By Georg Jensen

Located in New York, NY

Georg Jensen sterling silver charger / plate in Pyramid pattern number 600Y, designed by Harald Nielsen, with a beautiful geometric design aligned with the Mid-Century Modern style, ...

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George I Sterling Silver Tazza / Plate 1721 Early Georgian, 18th Century

$5,161Sale Price|20% Off

H 2.21 in Dm 7.72 in

Antique George I Sterling Silver Tazza / Plate 1721 Early Georgian, 18th Century

By Hugh Arnett & Edward Pocock

Located in London, GB

A lovely Antique George I solid Silver Tazza. The flat dish stands on a tall spread pedestal foot. This simple, elegant style is typical of the early Georgian period, although the ci...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English George I Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Sterling Bread Plate

$550

H 1.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.25 in

Italian Sterling Bread Plate

Located in New York, NY

Italian sterling bread plate. Vintage oval sterling silver shallow bread dish with outward curving rim of sleek and simple design; a chic bread plate, potpourri dish or table accesso...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Cup, Swedish Nickel Silver Sugar Sprinkler Östberg Lenhardtsons

$1,936Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 14.18 in Dm 10.24 in

Antique Silver Cup, Swedish Nickel Silver Sugar Sprinkler Östberg Lenhardtsons

Located in Wembley, GB

Swedish Nickel Silver Sugar Sprinkler Östberg Lenhardtsons Stockholm A highly refined and decorative Swedish nickel silver sugar sprinkler, attributed to Östberg & Lenhardtsons Nya ...

Category

Vintage 1910s Swedish Rococo Revival Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Kiddush Cup and Plate

$1,250 / set

H 4 in Dm 5 in

Sterling Kiddush Cup and Plate

Located in Brooklyn, NY

If you love modern, edgy sterling silver, keep reading. This sterling silver cup and plate have a modern “Jensenesque” quality.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Picture Frame Silver rectangular sterling silver enamel on guilloché Salimbeni

$6,038

H 0.99 in W 7.49 in D 5.12 in

Picture Frame Silver rectangular sterling silver enamel on guilloché Salimbeni

By Renato Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular photo frame in 9251000 sterling silver gold-plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloché.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Picture Frame Silver rectangular frame oval photo Enamel 925 silver Salimbeni

$2,465

H 0.99 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in

Picture Frame Silver rectangular frame oval photo Enamel 925 silver Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular frame for oval photo in gold-plated 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on a guilloché pattern with Fabergé Russian Empire style ornaments from the lat...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box Sterling Silver Jewllery Box Casket Home Decor

$1,291Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 3.15 in

Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box Sterling Silver Jewllery Box Casket Home Decor

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique Sterling Silver Jewellery Box with Hunting Scene Relief Decoration Antique Sterling Silver Decorative Box, Handmade Jewellery Casket, Collectible Home Décor A rare and highly...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Hammered Sterling Kiddush Cup and Plate

$1,200 / set

H 6 in Dm 5.5 in

Hammered Sterling Kiddush Cup and Plate

By Zaramella Argenti 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A sterling silver Kiddush cup and matching plate in a hammered design.

Category

2010s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Serving Spoon Antique Pair of Decorative Sterling Silver Gilded Spoon

$581Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.49 in W 1.19 in D 1.58 in

Silver Serving Spoon Antique Pair of Decorative Sterling Silver Gilded Spoon

Located in Wembley, GB

Pair of Antique Sterling Silver Serving Spoons Gilded & Ornate Handles A distinguished pair of antique sterling silver serving spoons, exquisitely crafted and richly detailed in the ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

FRENCH SILVER Carving Knife Exclusive Royal Cutlery Sterling Silver Fork & Knife

$1,829Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 14.57 in W 3.75 in D 5.12 in

FRENCH SILVER Carving Knife Exclusive Royal Cutlery Sterling Silver Fork & Knife

Located in Wembley, GB

A Rare case of antique valuable royal sterling silver makers mark for Henry Soufflot (1884-1910), the foliate cast handles monogrammed GM, the fork with hinged long-tailed bird to th...

Category

Antique 1880s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Vase, Art Nouveau Green Glass Vase with Silver Overlay, Early 20C

$2,125

H 14.18 in Dm 7.88 in

Antique Silver Vase, Art Nouveau Green Glass Vase with Silver Overlay, Early 20C

Located in Wembley, GB

Art Nouveau Green Glass Vase with Silver Overlay, Early 20th Century An exceptional Art Nouveau decorative vase, featuring a luminous green art glass body encased in an exquisitely ...

Category

Vintage 1910s Swedish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of Ten Sterling Silver Sword Cocktail Picks / Skewers, 1960s

$560

H 0.08 in W 0.16 in D 3.82 in

Set of Ten Sterling Silver Sword Cocktail Picks / Skewers, 1960s

Located in Roma, IT

A striking set of ten miniature sword-form cocktail picks crafted in sterling silver. Each skewer is modeled as a slender ceremonial sword with a tapered blade, curved crossguard, an...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Christofle (Cardeilhac) - 121pc. Antique French Sterling Silver Flatware Set

$30,500 / set

Christofle (Cardeilhac) - 121pc. Antique French Sterling Silver Flatware Set

By Amelie Cardeilhac, Christofle Cardeilhac 1

Located in Wilmington, DE

This was followed by further accolades at the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London, where Christofle was awarded a medal for its silver-plated wares. Cardeilhac, too, was no stranger ...

Category

Early 20th Century Louis XVI Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Sterling Silver Tray

$4,995

H 14 in W 17 in D 2 in

19th Century Sterling Silver Tray

Located in Vista, CA

Gorgeous sterling silver tray with interior gadrooned border and central cartouche and floral motif.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Exquisite Wine Funnel Antique Sterling Silver Hallmarked, Gilded Superb Quality

$1,883 / item

H 5.52 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in

Exquisite Wine Funnel Antique Sterling Silver Hallmarked, Gilded Superb Quality

Located in Wembley, GB

Exquisite Antique Sterling Silver Wine Funnel - Hallmarked, Superb Quality This antique sterling silver wine funnel is a remarkable example of fine English craftsmanship, designed t...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Britannia Standard Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver...

Mid-Century Alessandro Magrino Signed Silvered Centerpiece

$933

H 3.55 in W 6.3 in D 9.85 in

Mid-Century Alessandro Magrino Signed Silvered Centerpiece

By Alessandro Magrino

Located in Roma, IT

A beautiful and exclusive Italian design object from the 1950s, created by the renowned designer and silversmith Alessandro Magrino. Entirely laminated in 1000-grade silver, it depic...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Jardiniere / Centrepiece Bowl Germany c. 1900

$12,038

Antique Art Nouveau Silver Jardiniere / Centrepiece Bowl Germany c. 1900

Located in London, GB

A large Antique Art Nouveau Solid Silver Centrepiece with a removable gilt metal liner. This Silver Centrepiece is a beautiful example of Art Nouveau design with elegant floral and f...

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Exquisite Wine Funnel Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Hallmark Victorian

$698Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 5.91 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in

Exquisite Wine Funnel Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Hallmark Victorian

Located in Wembley, GB

Exquisite Antique Sterling Silver Wine Funnel - Hallmarked, Victorian This antique sterling silver wine funnel is a remarkable example of fine English craftsmanship, designed to com...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Britannia Standard Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver...

Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box, Sterling Silver EDWARDIAN CUT Crystal Pot N&H

$624Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.58 in W 4.73 in D 2.09 in

Antique Silver BOX Decorative Box, Sterling Silver EDWARDIAN CUT Crystal Pot N&H

Located in Wembley, GB

This is a fine quality Edwardian cut crystal dressing table pot, mounted with a sterling silver lid. The oval crystal body rests on a star-cut base and is exquisitely decorated with ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Sculpture Decorative BEVERAGE HORN, Rare Bone & Silver 1894 Wine Drinking Glass

$2,367Sale Price|20% Off

H 22.84 in W 9.85 in D 20.48 in

Sculpture Decorative BEVERAGE HORN, Rare Bone & Silver 1894 Wine Drinking Glass

Located in Wembley, GB

Rare Georgian Silver & Bone Drinking Horn “Khantsi”, Decorative Sculpture 1894 A rare Georgian decorative drinking horn, also known as a “Khantsi”, crafted circa 1894 from natural co...

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Antique 1890s Georgian Hollywood Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf

Sculpture Decorative BEVERAGE HORN, Rare Bone & Silver 1894 Wine Drinking Glass

$3,303Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 23.63 in W 9.85 in D 20.48 in

Sculpture Decorative BEVERAGE HORN, Rare Bone & Silver 1894 Wine Drinking Glass

Located in Wembley, GB

Very Large Antique Georgian Caucasian Drinking Horn - 19th Century Silver-Mounted Khantsi with Stand, Rare Decorative Wine Vessel An exceptional antique Georgian/Caucasian drinking ...

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Antique 1890s Georgian Hollywood Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Leaf, Brass, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver

Collection of 80 Vintage Asian Silver & Gilt Table Wares, 19th-20th Century

$1,328 / set

H 6 in W 1 in D 1 in

Collection of 80 Vintage Asian Silver & Gilt Table Wares, 19th-20th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

This group of 80 silver and gilt table wares is a delightful selection of Chinese and Japanese export wares, comprised of 56 spoons, 2 sugar tongs, 6 butter spreaders, 7 lemon forks ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tableware

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Silver

Antique Set of 24 Sheffield Sterling Silver Forks and Knives

$1,650 / set

H 8.25 in W 1 in D 0.5 in

Antique Set of 24 Sheffield Sterling Silver Forks and Knives

Located in Toronto, ON

A beautiful set of 24 Sheffield forks and knives with electroplated nickel silver blades/tines, and hallmarked sterling silver handles. Each upper is hallmarked EPNS, and each handle...

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Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Photo Frame Triptych hinged shaped frame for 3 photographs Blue Enamel Salimbeni

$14,255

H 0.99 in W 7.17 in D 10.91 in

Photo Frame Triptych hinged shaped frame for 3 photographs Blue Enamel Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Triptych hinged shaped frame for 3 photographs in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guillochè with borders and ornaments in French Louis XVI Empi...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Louis XVI Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Silver Cigarette Case and Powder Compact by Cartier, Circa 1950

$5,044

H 0.75 in W 2.88 in D 2.38 in

Silver Cigarette Case and Powder Compact by Cartier, Circa 1950

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A fabulous combination fluted silver cigarette case and powder compact. Made in the workshops of Cartier, Paris. The case features one compartment designed to hold face powder that a...

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Vintage 1950s French Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Gold Plate

Pair of Antique Horn Drinking Vessels with Silvered Figural State Drinking Glass

$4,519Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 20.48 in W 5.52 in D 20.48 in

Pair of Antique Horn Drinking Vessels with Silvered Figural State Drinking Glass

Located in Wembley, GB

A Pair of Antique Horn Drinking Vessels with Silvered Figural Stands, 19th Century This striking pair of sculptural horn vessels exemplifies the dramatic elegance of 19th-century Eur...

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Antique 1890s Georgian Hollywood Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Brass, Silver Leaf

Photo Frame Oval with Two-color Translucent strips Enamel Fired Salimbeni

$3,331

H 0.99 in W 4.73 in D 3.47 in

Photo Frame Oval with Two-color Translucent strips Enamel Fired Salimbeni

By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Oval frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with two-color translucent strips fire-enameled on guillochè and hand-engraving and with French Empire Napoleon III style ornaments.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Napoleon III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Puiforcat French high class Lunch plates 18 pieces

$19,725 / set

H 5.91 in W 25.99 in D 14.97 in

Puiforcat French high class Lunch plates 18 pieces

By Puiforcat

Located in Paris, FR

This gorgeous set in solid silver is composed of 18 plates with scalloped edges decorated with foliage.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Set of 24 Sheffield Sterling Silver Dessert Forks and Knives

$1,850 / set

H 7.5 in W 0.75 in D 0.315 in

Antique Set of 24 Sheffield Sterling Silver Dessert Forks and Knives

Located in Toronto, ON

A beautiful set of 24 Sheffield dessert forks and knives with engraved sterling silver blades/tines, and mother of pearl handles. Each piece is hallmarked for sterling silver and bea...

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Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Pair of Sterling Saucer Plates by Tane Orfebres

$1,000

H 1.19 in Dm 4.61 in

Pair of Sterling Saucer Plates by Tane Orfebres

By Tane Orfebres

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Those Saucer plates are a lovely pieces for those that collect fine Mexican silver, silver by this listed maker, or you're looking for a piece like this to dress up your home!

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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Sterling Silver Presentation Box by C. Nardetti, Florence, Dated 1962

$466

H 1.26 in W 1.7 in D 0.67 in

Italian Sterling Silver Presentation Box by C. Nardetti, Florence, Dated 1962

Located in Roma, IT

Small rectangular sterling silver presentation or trinket box with softly shaped corners and a restrained modernist form. The lid bears an engraved Italian inscription reading "Fabi...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Small Picture Frame Squared for round portrait Salimbeni

$1,136

H 0.4 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in

Small Picture Frame Squared for round portrait Salimbeni

By Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Square frame for round photo in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on guilloche, English style, early 1900s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Sterling Silver Plates For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of sterling silver plates available for sale. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all sterling silver plates available were constructed with great care. We have 1512 antique and vintage sterling silver plates in-stock, while there are 92 modern editions to choose from as well. Sterling silver plates have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of sterling silver plates to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Victorian sterling silver plates are of considerable interest. Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni and Franco Salimbeni each produced beautiful sterling silver plates that are worth considering.

How Much are Sterling Silver Plates?

Sterling silver plates can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,177, while the lowest priced sells for $49 and the highest can go for as much as $213,443.

Finding the Right Sterling Silver for You

Dining and entertaining changed drastically when we began to set our tables with sterling silver for holiday gatherings, wedding receptions, engagement parties and, in some of today’s homes, everyday meals.

Often called the “Queen of metals,” silver has been universally adored for thousands of years. It is easy to see why it has always been sought after: It is durable, strong and beautiful. (Louis XIV had tables made entirely of silver.) Sterling silver is an alloy that is made of 92.5 percent silver — the “925” stamp that identifies sterling-silver jewelry refers to this number. The other 7.5 percent in sterling silver is typically sourced from copper.

Neoclassical-style sterling-silver goods in Europe gained popularity in the late 18th century — a taste for sterling-silver tableware as well as tea sets had taken shape — while in the United States, beginning in the 19th century, preparing the dinner table with sterling-silver flatware had become somewhat of a standard practice. Indeed, owning lots of silver goods during the Victorian era was a big deal. Back then, displaying fine silver at home was a status symbol for middle-class American families. And this domestic silver craze meant great profitability for legendary silversmith manufacturers such as Reed & Barton, Gorham Manufacturing Company and the International Silver Company, which was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898, a major hub of silver manufacturing nicknamed “Silver City.”

Today, special occasions might call for ceremonial silver designed by Tiffany & Co. or the seductive sterling-silver cutlery from remarkable Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, but there really doesn’t have to be an event on the calendar to trot out your finest tableware.

Event- and wedding-planning company maestro Tara Guérard says that some “investment pieces,” such as this widely enamored alloy, should see everyday use, and we’re inclined to agree.

“Sterling-silver flatware is a must-have that you can use every single day, even to eat cereal,” she says. “Personally, I want a sterling-silver goblet set for 12 to 20; I would use them every time I had a dinner party. Ultimately, there are no criteria for buying vintage pieces: Buy what you love, and make it work.”

Whether you’re thinking “ceremonial” or “cereal,” browse a versatile collection of vintage, new and antique sterling-silver wares on 1stDibs today.

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