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Antique Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Sterling silver cigarette case. Not monogrammed. Weight is 217 grams  
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Early 20th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Antique Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
H 5.63 in W 3.5 in D 0.5 in
Colen Hewer Cheshire Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
By Colen Hewer Cheshire
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Colen Hewer Cheshire sterling silver cigarette case.  
Category

Early 20th Century British Sterling Silver

Antique Edward VIII Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
VIII sterling silver cigarette box has a plain rectangular form. The sides of this impressive antique
Category

Vintage 1930s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 18K Gilt Sterling Silver Cigarette Case from Argentina
Located in New York, NY
Our vintage sterling silver cigarette case with 18K gold highlights featuring a map of Argentina
Category

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

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Set of two Sterling Silver Cigarette Cases 19th and 20 Century, Mario Buccellat
By Mario Buccellati
Located in North Miami, FL
A set of two Italian Sterling silver cigarette cases from the 19th and 20th century. They have hand
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage sterling silver, wood-lined cigarette box from circa 1950s measuring 8" wide x 3 7/8" deep
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Mid-20th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
H 1.25 in W 8 in D 3.88 in
Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Dublin 1919
By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Irish silver cigarette box with raspberry feet Date : Hallmarked in Dublin in 1919 for
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Vintage 1910s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Dublin 1919
Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Dublin 1919
H 3.15 in W 8.08 in D 3.94 in
Antique George V Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver cigarette or cigar box
Category

Vintage 1910s Hungarian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1929 Broadway & CO
Located in Montreal, QC
Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, gold wash inside stamped Birmingham 1929. maker Broadway & co
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alfred Dunhill Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, circa 1930
By Alfred Dunhill
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Sterling silver cigarette case with decorative enamel face. Art Deco design. The case is
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Large English Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1956 H. Pidduck
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Large English sterling silver cigarette case Birmingham 1956, H. Pidduck and Sons. Unusual engine
Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with a Sapphire Stone
Located in Van Nuys, CA
German sterling silver cigarette case with a sapphire stone. This exquisite German sterling silver
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Antique Highly Ornate Sterling Silver Cigarette Case - Monogram 'LHO
Located in Braintree, GB
This exquisite cigarette case, crafted from 925 sterling silver, exudes intricate detailing and
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Vintage 1910s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Style 1960s Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver cigarette box in
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Vintage 1960s British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

US Naval Academy USNA 1927 Sterling Silver Cigarette Case & Mayan Belt Buckle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hammer finished Sterling Silver Cigarette Case measuring 4 inch by 3.25 Inch engraved "Alvin
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey sterling silver cigarette / card case, slide opens Pat 21914
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful silver work in this early Asprey Co , before Garrard cigarette case, /card, marked and
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1917 Joseph Gloster Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, Botanical Scrollwork
By Gloster, Joseph Gloster
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique sterling silver cigarette case was crafted by Joseph Gloster Ltd in
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Vintage 1910s English Victorian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco sterling silver cigarette box, large, theatre
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stylish vintage Art Deco era sterling silver cigarette box. This is a large sized box
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mappin & Webb Ltd Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver cigarette box in
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Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Harman Brothers 1970's Sterling Silver Cigarette Jewelry Box
By Harman Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver cigarette/jewelry
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Vintage 1970s English Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

1910's Sterling Silver Cigarette Case w/ Cobalt Blue Enameled Checker Pattern
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Introducing the Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with a captivating cobalt blue enameled
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ernst Gideon Bek Germany 935 Sterling Silver Cigarette Case w/Mono Pouch #19508
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 935 sterling silver cigarette case by Ernst Gideon Bek of Pforzheim, Germany with monogram
Category

20th Century German Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Cigarette Case - Goldsmiths & Silversmiths
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Period, sterling silver, hinged cigarette case, London, year-hallmarked for 1931
Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Sterling Silver Cigarette & Makeup Case by Staldar
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Italian sterling silver combo cigarette & makeup case by Staldar featuring single hinge slip open
Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hand Etched Edwardian Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Wallet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The original late Edwardian cigarette case with an intricate florentine hand-etched design along
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Case or Cigarette Case, Birmingham 1906
By William Hayes
Located in London, London
Silver Cigarette Case, features engraved acanthus decoration to the front and back, and a gilt interior
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Japanese Export Engraved Cigarette or Decorative Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique engraved sterling silver cigarette or decorative box was made in Japan in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Patterned Silver Cigarette Box, Hallmarked, 1960
By Padgett & Braham Ltd
Located in London, GB
Sterling silver cigarette box with engraved geometric pattern to the top and cedar wood lining to
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Vintage 1960s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Padgett & Braham Ltd Vintage 1965 Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
By Padgett & Braham Ltd
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Elizabeth II sterling silver cigar / cigarette box has a plain rectangular form. The surface of this
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Vintage 1960s English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Enamel Nautical Flags
Located in New York, NY
Nautical sterling silver and enamel cigarette case. Made by Thomae in Attleboro, Mass., ca 1960
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco erotic sterling silver cigarette case, enamelled
By Joseph Gloster
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage Art Deco era sterling silver and enamelled cigarette case. The case has an
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Kenneth Begay Signed Navajo Sterling Silver Cigarette Box White Hogan Vintage
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Authentic Kenneth Begay silver cigarette box Handmade and signed by Kenneth Begay, master Navajo
Category

Mid-20th Century American Artisan Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Very Fine Early 20th Century Enamelled Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
By Henry Clifford Davis
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The front of the case exhibiting an exquisite hand painted panel depicting sprays of irises in shades of lavender, royal blue & green, set against a radiant white enamelled machined ...
Category

Mid-20th Century English Machine Age Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

1920s Vintage Etched Sterling Silver Cigarette and Match Holder Signed with W
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Antique Art Nouveau sterling silver match holder on a stand. It has an Art Deco style holder and a
Category

Vintage 1920s Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

An enameled art deco sterling silver cigarette case by Asprey & Co. Ltd. 1933
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Aachen, DE
A quality english sterling silver and enamel cigarette case from 1933 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., made in
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Asprey London Solid Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Owned By The Mayor of London
By Charles & George Asprey
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Sterling Silver Hallmarked Engine Turned Cigarette Presentation Box With A Textured Border, by
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20th Century British Victorian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Secessionist Silver Cigarette / Match Holder, Desk Accessory, Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
Secessionist sterling silver cigarette / match holder, desk accessory, attributed to Josef Hoffmann
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Murano Italian Art Glass Ashtray, Bubbles Design and Sterling Silver Details
Located in Barcelona, ES
. Beautiful Murano art glass ashtray with circular shape, sterling silver cigarette holders and a magnificent
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wilcox Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver and enamel cigarette
Category

Vintage 1940s British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver

Sterling Art Nouveau Purse/Cigarette Holder
By R. Blackinton & Co.
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful sterling silver purse with chain could also be used as a cigarette holder. The purse
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Novelty Repoussé Cigarette Box 1925
Located in Portland, OR
A very good antique American Art Deco repoussé decorated Sterling silver novelty cigarette box
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Russian Tsarist silver cigarette case.
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
H 4.25 in W 2.8 in D 0.63 in
Russian Tsarist Silver and Gold Cigarette Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Russian Tsarist silver and gold cigarette case.
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Puiforcat Ridged Silver Cigarette Box, circa 1940
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in London, GB
A stylish cigarette box in reeded silver with cedar lining by Jean Emile Puiforcat (1897-1945
Category

Vintage 1940s French Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Krupski & Matulewicz Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
By Krupski & Matulewicz
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Krupski & Matulewicz Russian/Polish Tsarist silver cigarette case. This case has the Russian 84
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Russian tsarist silver cigarette case.
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
H 3.13 in W 4.25 in D 0.5 in
18/1900s Antique Victorian Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Skien, NO
A stunning antique silver cigarette case in the classic Late Victorian style, dating from the late
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Late Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

1920s Continental Silver Gilt Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Of rectangular form, the hinged co...
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

1920/30s ART DECO Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in Skien, NO
Stunning antique silver and enamel cigarette case in the elegant Art Deco style, dating from the
Category

Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Lighter & Cigarette Case original box Tokyo, Japan OKUBO Sterling 950
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Lighter & Cigarette Case Hand engraved with original box Tokyo, Japan OKUBO Sterling 950
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Silver and enamel cigarette box with landscape scenery, 1900s
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early 20th Century sterling silver box with enamelled cover, featuring a landscape scenery
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique German Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case c. 1900 Erotic
Located in London, GB
A lovely Antique German Silver & Enamel Erotic Cigarette Case with a beautiful Enamel Image of a
Category

20th Century German Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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
Category

Vintage 1950s French Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Gold Plate

Cigarette Box in Hammered Solid Silver with a Decoration of Stylized Flowers
Located in ARGENTEUIL, FR
Superb cigarette box from around the mid-20th century with a beautiful silver lid hammered with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

V. Gordon silver cigarette case St Petersburg Samordorok 1920. Signed
Located in Paris, FR
A parcel gilt samorodok silver cigarette case by Vladimir Gordon S.t Petersburg, with green stone
Category

Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

Mid-20th Century Tiffany & Co. Sterling Shell and Dolphin Box
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Tiffany & Co. rectangular sterling silver cigarette box rests on four inverted cabriole feet. Top
Category

Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco period Austrian 935. silver cigarette case with enamel leaf ornaments
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Art Deco period Austrian 935. silver cigarette case with enamel leaf ornaments. Made in
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Russian Silver Gold Ruby Cigarette Case Hirsch Markowitsch Estonia 1930
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Art Deco silver & gold cigarette case inset with a ruby, by Hirsch Markowitsch
Category

Vintage 1930s Estonian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

1920/30s ART DECO Solid Silver Cigarette Case by Hugo Grün
By Hugo Grün & Co. 1
Located in Skien, NO
This stunning antique silver cigarette case, crafted in the elegant Art Deco style, dates from the
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

English Art Deco Silver, Quartz, Onyx & Wood Table Cigarette Box, Ca. 1930s
Located in New York, NY
English Art Deco Table Cigarette Box Sterling Silver 925° Pink Quartz, Black Onyx, Natural
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

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Sterling Silver Cigarette For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sterling silver cigarette you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A sterling silver cigarette — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sterling silver cigarette — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each sterling silver cigarette bearing Art Deco, Victorian or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sterling silver cigarette over the years, but those crafted by Georg Jensen, Joseph Gloster and Asprey International Limited are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Cigarette?

The average selling price for a sterling silver cigarette at 1stDibs is $1,570, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $27,605 for the highest priced.
Questions About Sterling Silver Cigarette
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Wallace Sterling is real silver. Wallace produced silverware, tableware and decorative objects from sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% base metal. The silversmith introduced the Wallace Sterling collection in 1875. During the 1930s and 40s, Wallace's ornate sterling silver flatware was especially popular. Explore a collection of Wallace Sterling pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.