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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Casket by William Comyns & Sons 19th Century
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Casket by William Comyns & Sons 19th Century

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Casket by William Comyns & Sons 19th Century

By William Comyns & Sons 1

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique Victorian sterling silver casket with hallmarks for London, 1898 and the

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1916 Neo Classical Empire Bonbonniere Bonbon solid Gilt 830 Silver / 280 gr
1916 Neo Classical Empire Bonbonniere Bonbon solid Gilt 830 Silver / 280 gr

1916 Neo Classical Empire Bonbonniere Bonbon solid Gilt 830 Silver / 280 gr

Located in SE

Antique Neo - Classical / Empire styled Bonbonniere or simply Bonbon in solid high-grade Silver

Category

Vintage 1910s Swedish Neoclassical Centerpieces and Tazzas

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Set of 2 Old Christofle Coaster Silver Plated, circa 1880
Set of 2 Old Christofle Coaster Silver Plated, circa 1880

Set of 2 Old Christofle Coaster Silver Plated, circa 1880

By Christofle

Located in Paris, FR

A very nice and high-quality set of 2 Old Christofle silver-plated, world-famous French factory

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

A Sterling Silver Mezuzah Case by Stanetzky, Israel Circa 1950
A Sterling Silver Mezuzah Case by Stanetzky, Israel Circa 1950

A Sterling Silver Mezuzah Case by Stanetzky, Israel Circa 1950

Located in New York, NY

A Beautiful Silver Mezuzah Case made by Stanetzky in Israel Circa 1950. In the mid-19th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Israeli Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Irish Style Sterling Silver Dish Ring Centerpiece Ireland 1923 12.10ozs
Antique Irish Style Sterling Silver Dish Ring Centerpiece Ireland 1923 12.10ozs

Antique Irish Style Sterling Silver Dish Ring Centerpiece Ireland 1923 12.10ozs

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Exquisite Irish Georgian Style Dublin Silver Heavy Gauge Table Dish Ring Dishring of traditional

Category

Early 20th Century British Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Rare Pair of Sterling Silver Owl Models - Import Mark 1937 - Neresheimer & Sohne
Rare Pair of Sterling Silver Owl Models - Import Mark 1937 - Neresheimer & Sohne

Rare Pair of Sterling Silver Owl Models - Import Mark 1937 - Neresheimer & Sohne

By B. Neresheimer & Sohne, Israel Segalov

Located in London, London

Carrying import marks for 1937 by Israel Segalov, this very rare pair of Sterling Silver Owl Models

Category

Vintage 1930s German Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Hand Hammered Round Silver Bowl, Kultakeskus 1970
Tapio Wirkkala Hand Hammered Round Silver Bowl, Kultakeskus 1970

Tapio Wirkkala Hand Hammered Round Silver Bowl, Kultakeskus 1970

By Kultakeskus Oy, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Helsinki, FI

items. Here we have a handmade and made to order silver dish that is finished by hand hammering the

Category

Vintage 1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Ornate Silver-Plated Large Engraved Tray, 19th Century, Manchester Design
Ornate Silver-Plated Large Engraved Tray, 19th Century, Manchester Design

Ornate Silver-Plated Large Engraved Tray, 19th Century, Manchester Design

Located in Worcester Park, GB

This antique silver tray is a striking example of the ornate craftsmanship that defined late 19th

Category

Vintage 1940s English British Colonial Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate

Eoff&Shepard for Ball, Black Coin Silver Pitcher from 1850s with Natural Motifs
Eoff&Shepard for Ball, Black Coin Silver Pitcher from 1850s with Natural Motifs

Eoff&Shepard for Ball, Black Coin Silver Pitcher from 1850s with Natural Motifs

By Ball, Black & Company, Eoff & Shepard

Located in New York, NY

Eoff & Shepard for Ball, Black & Co, coin silver pitcher, made between 1852 and 1861, beautifully

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Pair of French Silver Plate Champagne Ice Buckets Barware
Pair of French Silver Plate Champagne Ice Buckets Barware

Pair of French Silver Plate Champagne Ice Buckets Barware

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

An antique pair of ice colers in silver plated brass with handles from the early 20th Century. This

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Antique William IV Solid Silver Samovar by Sebastian Crespell II, 1837
Antique William IV Solid Silver Samovar by Sebastian Crespell II, 1837

Antique William IV Solid Silver Samovar by Sebastian Crespell II, 1837

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century English William IV solid silver samovar / hot water kettle. This samovar is

Category

Antique 19th Century British Other Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

20th Century Italian Art Nouveau - Liberty replica Sterling Silver - Cruet Set
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau - Liberty replica Sterling Silver - Cruet Set

20th Century Italian Art Nouveau - Liberty replica Sterling Silver - Cruet Set

Located in VALENZA, IT

silver made in Milan. Italy, late 20th century. The whole set was made by hand, modeling the small trays

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif
Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif

Art Nouveau WMF Green Glass Claret Jug with Silver-Plated Raspberry Motif

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

silver-plated mounts. The organic design showcases floral and raspberry motifs, characteristic of the

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

Martele by Gorham Sterling Silver Set of 12 Soup Bowls with Daisy Motif '#4660'
Martele by Gorham Sterling Silver Set of 12 Soup Bowls with Daisy Motif '#4660'

Martele by Gorham Sterling Silver Set of 12 Soup Bowls with Daisy Motif '#4660'

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in Big Bend, WI

Martele by Gorham Superb exceedingly rare set of 12 Martele’ by Gorham .9584 sterling silver

Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Handmade & Hammered Silver Boat Model TW 9, Kultakeskus 1959
Tapio Wirkkala Handmade & Hammered Silver Boat Model TW 9, Kultakeskus 1959

Tapio Wirkkala Handmade & Hammered Silver Boat Model TW 9, Kultakeskus 1959

By Kultakeskus Oy, Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Helsinki, FI

awards in the Milan Triennials, his hand made silver objects were also remarkably futurisric and

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil
Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Page 142 of the book Art

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Antique Victorian Walker & Hall Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn / Samovar
Antique Victorian Walker & Hall Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn / Samovar

Antique Victorian Walker & Hall Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn / Samovar

Located in Suffolk, GB

A handsome antique Victorian silver plated tea urn or samovar by the well known Sheffield makers

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty
Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

Pitcher WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and red glass Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums. We have specialized in

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Metal

Puiforcat (Hermes) - 6pc. Hammer Finish 950 Sterling Silver Art Deco Tea Set
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 6pc. Hammer Finish 950 Sterling Silver Art Deco Tea Set

Puiforcat (Hermes) - 6pc. Hammer Finish 950 Sterling Silver Art Deco Tea Set

By Puiforcat

Located in Wilmington, DE

6pc. 950 sterling silver Art Deco tea / coffee set by France’s premier silversmith "Puiforcat

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Russian Silver Pavel Ovchinnikov & Ivan Khlednikov Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Casket
Russian Silver Pavel Ovchinnikov & Ivan Khlednikov Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Casket

Russian Silver Pavel Ovchinnikov & Ivan Khlednikov Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Casket

By Ivan Khlebnikov, Pavel Ovchinnikov

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Cloisonné enamel casket box made from solid silver with gold gilding by the highly coveted Pavel Ovchinnikov

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

SAVORY and Sons - 9pc. 19th Century Victorian (British) Sterling Silver Tea Set
SAVORY and Sons - 9pc. 19th Century Victorian (British) Sterling Silver Tea Set

SAVORY and Sons - 9pc. 19th Century Victorian (British) Sterling Silver Tea Set

By A. B. Savory, Maison Odiot Paris

Located in Wilmington, DE

Direct from a private mansion in Paris, a stunning 9-piece antique Victorian sterling silver tea

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Tea Sets

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

19th Century Silver Plated Basket with Eagle Handles
19th Century Silver Plated Basket with Eagle Handles

19th Century Silver Plated Basket with Eagle Handles

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This 19th-century silver-plated panetière (bread basket) showcases an exquisite design that

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil
Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Page 138 = of the book Art

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil
Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

Pair of Pitchers Sign: WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated , Style: Jugendstil

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and crystal Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF G: The so

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Set of Twelve 20th Century Solid Silver Shell Shape Place Holder
Set of Twelve 20th Century Solid Silver Shell Shape Place Holder

Set of Twelve 20th Century Solid Silver Shell Shape Place Holder

By Roberto Malagola

Located in VALENZA, IT

Elegant set consisting of 2 boxes containing 12 shell-shaped placeholders in solid 800 silver. The

Category

1990s Italian Baroque Tableware

Materials

Silver

Antique English Silver-Plated Coffee Pot with Hinged Lid, Ornate Hot Water Pot
Antique English Silver-Plated Coffee Pot with Hinged Lid, Ornate Hot Water Pot

Antique English Silver-Plated Coffee Pot with Hinged Lid, Ornate Hot Water Pot

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique English Silver-Plated Coffee Pot, Victorian Era, Late 19th Century Tall Cylindrical Form

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf, Sheet Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver

Tapio Wirkkala Copper and Silver Coffee Set
Tapio Wirkkala Copper and Silver Coffee Set

Tapio Wirkkala Copper and Silver Coffee Set

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Toronto, Ontario

copper serving tray. Lined in silver, these sets were produced in very limited numbers . Hand made to

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

Pair of Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in Kings Pattern by IFS Ltd
Pair of Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in Kings Pattern by IFS Ltd

Pair of Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in Kings Pattern by IFS Ltd

Located in valatie, NY

IFS Ltd, Israel Freeman & Sons, Pair of Heavy Silver-Plated Salad Serving Pieces in the Kings

Category

Mid-20th Century English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau
Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau

Pair of Pitchers WMF, German, 1909 in Silver Plated and enamel, Art Nouveau

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

: silver plated and Crystal with enamel Several of the WMF objects can be seen in museums Stamps WMF G

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890
Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890

Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890

By Rudolf Linke

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal jug. The

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Renaissance Serving Pieces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

Silver Soldered Footed Bowl with Top from the Hotel Adolphus Dallas Texas
Silver Soldered Footed Bowl with Top from the Hotel Adolphus Dallas Texas

Silver Soldered Footed Bowl with Top from the Hotel Adolphus Dallas Texas

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A footed silver plated silver soldered bowl with a removable top. This piece is from the popular

Category

20th Century American American Classical Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Silver

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890
Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890

By Rudolf Linke

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal ewer. The

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Other Crystal Serveware

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plated 18th Century
Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plated 18th Century

Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver Plated 18th Century

Located in London, GB

trying to repair the handle of a customer's decorative knife, he heated it too much and the silver

Category

Antique 1780s English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Pair of Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Garland Styled Gallery Sides
Pair of Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Garland Styled Gallery Sides

Pair of Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Garland Styled Gallery Sides

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of silver plated bottle coasters were made by Alpha Plate of Sheffield England in

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Dish by Rudolf Linke c.1890
Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Dish by Rudolf Linke c.1890

Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Dish by Rudolf Linke c.1890

By Rudolf Linke

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal dish

Category

Antique 1890s Austrian Other Crystal Serveware

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel

One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box

One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box

By Windsor & Newton

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist box Please note the

Category

20th Century English Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Christofle Silver Plated Antique Styled Knife Rests Set of Six
Christofle Silver Plated Antique Styled Knife Rests Set of Six

Christofle Silver Plated Antique Styled Knife Rests Set of Six

By Christofle

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This set of six silver plated knife rests were made by Christofle of France in approximately 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal

Set of Art Deco Silver-plated Flatware mode MIRA By LUC LANEL for CHRISTOFLE
Set of Art Deco Silver-plated Flatware mode MIRA By LUC LANEL for CHRISTOFLE

Set of Art Deco Silver-plated Flatware mode MIRA By LUC LANEL for CHRISTOFLE

By Christofle, Georg Jensen

Located in Roma, IT

material with which they were made: Silver-Plated Metal indicated by the brand depicting the knight from

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb
Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb

Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb

By Mappin & Webb

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of antique silver plated heated servers were made by the English firms of Mappin & Webb

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Italian Sterlig Silver Tea-Coffee Set in Art Deco' Style
20th Century Italian Sterlig Silver Tea-Coffee Set in Art Deco' Style

20th Century Italian Sterlig Silver Tea-Coffee Set in Art Deco' Style

By Arval Argenti Valenza

Located in VALENZA, IT

Art Deco style sterling silver tea and coffee service. The body shape is square and completely

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 24 Thai or Tibetan Silver Plated Dancer Place Card or Menu Holders
Set of 24 Thai or Tibetan Silver Plated Dancer Place Card or Menu Holders

Set of 24 Thai or Tibetan Silver Plated Dancer Place Card or Menu Holders

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This set of twenty four silver plated place card or menu holders are unsigned, but presumed to have

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Tibetan Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal

Antique Sterling Silver Gold Detailing White Guilloché Enamel Buckle
Antique Sterling Silver Gold Detailing White Guilloché Enamel Buckle

Antique Sterling Silver Gold Detailing White Guilloché Enamel Buckle

Located in Rotterdam, NL

An elegant antique sterling silver buckle exquisitely decorated with white guilloché enamel and

Category

Early 20th Century German Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, Taxco silver is real silver. Pieces bearing the Taxco mark come from silversmith workshops located in Taxco, Mexico. The region has been known as a major center for silver production since the 1920s. Find a diverse assortment of Taxco silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Gorham silver is real silver, however, the silver content changes depending on the item. Some Gorham items are sterling silver, which isn’t pure silver, but a mix of mostly silver and a small amount of another alloy, likely copper. Some other Gorham items are silver-plated. Shop a collection of Gorham silver jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Russian silver is real silver, but it gets a little confusing because they do not have the same sterling silver standards that Europe, Australia, Canada, the United States and other countries associated with the British Commonwealth have. Russian silver is roughly 94.79% pure silver and the rest is copper or other alloys. The British Commonwealth silver standard uses 92.5% pure silver and the rest is copper or other alloys. Shop a collection of authentic Russian silver from some of the worlds top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, electroplated silver is real silver. However, it is not solid silver. Electroplating is the process of coating a base metal with a thin layer of precious metal. In the case of electroplated silver, sterling or pure silver may be used as the precious metal. Due to the manufacturing process, an electroplated piece will consist primarily of another type of metal, such as nickel. Shop a large selection of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, some Wallace silver is real silver. In 1875, Wallace introduced its line of sterling silver flatware, which was 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy metals. The silversmith is perhaps best known for its ornate sterling patterns from the 1930s and 40s. Among these were Wallace Rose Point, Sir Christopher, Stradivari, Grand Baroque and Romance of the Sea. It's important to note that silverware produced by Wallace prior to 1875 usually isn't real silver. Before the release of the Wallace sterling range, the company primarily manufactured pieces made with German silver, a copper-nickel alloy that contains no real silver. Shop a selection of Wallace silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Yes, argent silver is real silver. Also called argentium silver, it is an alloy that consists of 93.5% to 96% silver, depending on the manufacturer's formula. Instead of being mixed entirely with copper, the pure silver in argentium silver is usually combined with a blend of copper and germanium, giving the metal improved heat and stain resistance. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Poole Silver is real silver. However, the American silversmith didn't produce all of its pieces out of solid silver. Poole developed an electro-plating technique that allowed a thin, durable layer of silver to be applied over sturdy base metals. On 1stDibs, find a range of Poole Silver Co. silver wares.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Yes, Godinger silver is real silver. The American luxury brand produces tableware, decorative objects and giftware out of silver plate. As a result, their silver items have a base metal to which a layer of genuine silver is applied. They are not usually solid silver. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Godinger silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It depends on the make and model whether or not silver cutlery contains real silver. Some flatware contains a percentage of sterling silver, however, not all silvertone flatware contains silver. Shop a wide collection of flatware, including silver, on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, Leonard silver is real silver. However, the Leonard Silver Company electroplated most of its pieces, crafting them from base metal and finishing them with a thin layer of genuine silver. During the 1970s, Towle purchased Leonard Silver and continued to produce silver-plate serving trays and other silver-plated tableware under the brand name through the late 20th century. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Sheffield silver is part real silver, part copper. Sheffield manufactured what is known as a Sheffield plate, which is a “double sandwich” form of plating—it has a sheet of silver on each side of a piece of copper. Shop a selection of Sheffield pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Yes, Barbour silver is generally real silver. However, not all pieces produced by the brand are solid silver. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the American silversmith produced both solid sterling silver and silverplate tableware, flatware and decorative objects. Silverplate items consist primarily of base metal and have just a thin layer of genuine silver applied as a finish. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barbour silver wares.
  • 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 10, 2024
    Yes, the International Silver Company produced real silver products. The hallmark "IS," however, refers to the brand and does not indicate purity, as International Silver mass produced silverplated flatware and holloware as well as sterling. In order to determine if the piece is real silver, look for the standard marks that indicate purity — the number 92.5 or 925 and the word “sterling” are indicators of sterling quality.

    When an object is described as “silver” or “sterling silver,” it means that it contains 92.5% pure silver (the remaining 7.5% consists of copper and/or other alloys). The purity standard was first established in England and later adopted in the United States. The mark on antique British sterling-silver pieces is the lion passant (a lion walking to the left), which signifies a work is 92.5 percent pure sterling; if it’s not there, it is likely silverplate — or not English.

    International Silver was a Connecticut conglomerate formed from 17 companies in 1898. It was once the largest manufacturer of silver and silver-plated products in the world.

    Find antique International Silver Company serveware, platters and decorative objects for sale 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 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.