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Antique Elkington Electrotype Silver Plate Figural Charger by Morel-Ladeuil
Located in Philadelphia, PA
overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: With overpolishing and copper bleed
Category

Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Silver Chargers and Plates

Materials

Silver Plate

7 Roycroft Arts & Crafts Copper Service Plates, Roycroft Inn at East Aurora NY
By Roycroft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
7 Roycroft Arts & Crafts Copper Service Plates, Roycroft Inn at East Aurora, NY USA, circa 1905 A
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dinner Plates

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Silver Earthenware Panther Figure Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
Silvered copper-plated earthenware animal Black lacquered wood base Excellent condition.
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Earthenware

Mid-20th Century French Repoussé Hammered Copper Fish Wall Charger
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely Mid-Century French repoussé hammered copper charger / plate / plaque / wall hanging from
Category

Mid-20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Copper

Carl Aubock Steel and Copper Egg Pans, Set of Four
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Chicago, IL
Carl Aubock Steel and Copper Egg Pans, Set of Four, Model 4301 Cast brass handles stamped 'Auböck
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Copper, Steel

Silver Plated Copper Ewer
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large Middle Eastern silver plated copper ewer with matching serving plate. Tall with a long
Category

Mid-20th Century Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Silver Plated Copper Ewer
Silver Plated Copper Ewer
H 23 in Dm 13.5 in
Edouard Baldus copper print plate titled, "The Virgin and Child Crowned by Two A
By Edouard Baldus
Located in Hudson, NY
Original engraving silvered copper plate from with Dürer engraving prints were pulled. It was based
Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Charger Plate Set Six Dinner Plates Serveware Tableware Majolica Painted Italy
By deBlona
Located in Recanati, IT
Set of six majolica charger plates is handmade and hand-painted in Italy following the original
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

18th Century Chinese Canton Enamel Plate
Located in New Orleans, LA
object, usually copper but sometimes silver or gold, is covered with a background layer of enamel (often
Category

Antique 18th Century Other Dinner Plates

Materials

Enamel

Midcentury English Copper Silver Plated Tea Set and Tray Stamped Barker Ellis
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Barker Ellis Silver company logo, and "England" for further authentication. Measures: Tray 30.25" W x 18
Category

Mid-20th Century English Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Pair of enameled copper plates by Studio del Campo
By Studio Del Campo
Located in Torino, IT
Pair of Plates produced by Studio Del Campo. Two plates made of copper enameled in large fire. The objects produced by the field study are now rare and coveted by collectors. The ...
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Copper

marked Joseph Heinrichs Chafing dish set (complete) Stickley era– w8013
By Joseph Heinrichs
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique Arts & Crafts Joseph Heinrichs Copper Chafing Dish set. It is made from hand
Category

Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Dinner Plates

Materials

Copper

Elegant English 19th Century Sheffield Silver Plate Embellished Mirrored Plateau
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful 19th century silver plate plateau has a rich floral embellishment with circular mirror
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Baroque Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Copper, Silver, Silver Plate

Claude Linossier, Bronze Dish, 1920s
By Claudius Linossier
Located in Firenze, IT
Wonderful bronze plate with copper inlays and geometric decoration, created by Claude Linossier in the 1920s. Features engraved signature.
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Dinner Plates

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Sheffield Silver Plated Crested Salver Early 19th Century
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Large 18 inch oval Sheffield English footed silver over copper plated crested salver, circa 1810
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver, Copper

Pair Antique 18th/19th C. English Sheffield Silver Plate on Copper Wine Coasters
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. With Sheffield type silver plate on copper and turned wooden bases. Simply a great pair of Period wine
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage Academy Art Deco Silver Plated Copper Water Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Academy Art Deco Silver Plated Copper Water Pitcher. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th C Sheffield Silver over Copper & Original Crystal Epergne with Lions Heads
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Spectacular 19th century English silver plated epergne with figural lion's head feet and chased
Category

Antique 19th Century English Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Emilia Castillo Vintage Silver Plate on Copper Ladle with Parrot
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Modern designed serving ladle handcrafted in silver plate on hammered copper featuring a stone clad
Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Rogers Antique Styled Silver Plated Engraved Serving Tray
By F.B. Rogers Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated serving tray was made by Rogers of Canada in approximately 1960 in an Edwardian
Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Copper

FB Rogers Silver Co Silver on Copper 7504 Water Pitcher. Circa 1970s. Measureme
By F.B. Rogers Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
FB Rogers Silver Co Silver on Copper 7504 Water Pitcher. Circa 1970s. Measurements: 7.5" H x 9" W
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Curated Tables – Harold & Maude (9 pers.)
Located in PARIS, FR
, artisanal manufacture, 38 cm in height - 2 silver shell-shaped bowls with handle, 17 cm - 1 antique copper
Category

Mid-20th Century Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Famille Verte Butterflies, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
palette with a beautiful central scene of butterflies. The border with geometric design in copper red and
Category

Antique 18th Century Qing Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Handmade Octagon Maillechort Charger with Braided Border
Located in New York, NY
. Maillechort (nickel silver) is a mixture of nickel, copper, and zinc and is prized for its distinctive silvery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Georgian Dinner Plates

Materials

Nickel

Vintage AVON WM Rogers Silver Plate and Copper Water Pitcher 3617
By Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co.
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A vintage Avon WM Rogers silver plate water pitcher. With a little shining, this would be a
Category

20th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage English Victorian Silver on Copper Silver Plated Serving Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Victorian Silver on Copper Silver Plated Serving Platter Tray. Circa Early to Mid
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Silver Plate On Copper 9.5” Round Serving Plate Warmer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian Silver Plate On Copper 9.5” Round Serving Plate Warmer. Item features
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Ellis Barker Silver Plated Copper Small Pedestal Dish Trinket Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Ellis Barker silver plated copper small pedestal dish trinket bowl. Item features a unique
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Tableware

Materials

Silver, Copper

Silver Plate Silent Butler Table Crumber with Hidden Lucite Brush
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An electroplated silver over copper Silent Butler table crumber from The Sheffield Silver Co. USA
Category

Mid-20th Century American International Style Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Plate in Enamelled Copper and Silver, Design Mario Marè for Egidio Broggi
By Egidio Broggi
Located in Torino, IT
Plate in enamelled copper and silver, design Mario MARÈ for Egidio BROGGI . ORIGIN Milan
Category

20th Century Italian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver, Copper, Enamel

Circa 1800 Old Sheffield Plate Silver on Copper Wine Funnel
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1800 Old Sheffield Plate silver on copper wine funnel, England. George III. Catch basin with
Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Copper

An antique rococo plate made of silvered copper, 18th c.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A highly decorative large plate made of silvered copper. The plate has a motive that is chased into
Category

Antique 18th Century European Rococo Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Copper

An antique rococo plate made of silvered copper, 18th c.
An antique rococo plate made of silvered copper, 18th c.
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H 14.18 in W 17.33 in D 1.19 in
c. 1930-50 Barker Ellis Co. Silver Plated English Cocktail Tray
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1930-50 square cocktail tray by Barker Ellis Co., England. Silver on copper. Classic shape
Category

Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver, Copper

Vintage Raimond Sugar Scuttle Bowl Victorian Pedestal Silver Plated and Copper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Raimond Sugar Scuttle Bowl Victorian Pedestal Silver Plated and Copper. Circa Mid 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage WMF Ikora Germany Art Deco Silver Plated Copper Centerpiece Bowl
By WMF Ikora
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage WMF Ikora Germany Art Deco Silver Plated Copper Centerpiece Bowl. Circa Early 20th Century
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage English Victorian Silver Plated Copper Mahogany Wine Bottle Coaster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Victorian Silver Plated Copper Wine Bottle Coaster. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century French Silver Plated over Copper and Crystal Sugar or Candy Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
and silver plated over copper, the dish sits on a square base over round feet. It features two
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Serving Pieces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Copper

Silver Plated Water Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and Classic melon-form silver plated over copper water pitcher will make a great
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Silver Plated Water Pitcher
Silver Plated Water Pitcher
H 12.25 in W 5.75 in D 9 in
Pair of Old English Ellis Silver Plate Rococo Style Three-Light Candelabra
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Pair of finest quality Old English Ellis silver plate Rococo style three-light candelabra with
Category

Early 20th Century English Rococo Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Gallery Serving Tray with Ornate Engraving
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
England in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. The tray is composed of silver plate over copper and
Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Hand Hammered Early 20th Century Japanese Silver Plated Plate
Located in Vancouver, BC
A beautiful silver plated copper plate from Japan. A piece which has unique character and hand
Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

BARKER ELLIS - Vintage Silver Plate Bottle Coaster - U.K. - Mid 20th Century
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Chatham, ON
BARKER ELLIS - Quality silver plate on copper bottle coaster - featuring a Regency style pierced
Category

Mid-20th Century English Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Footed Bowls with Floral Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
of England in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. The bowls are done in silver plate over copper
Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Mexican Mid-Century Modern Victoria De Taxco Copper and Silver Plate Coffee Set
By Victoria of Taxco
Located in Mexico City, MX
An early 1950's Taxco, Mexico copper and silver plate coffee set by Ana María Núñez de Brilanti
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Copper

Los Castillo Silver Plate Fish Water Pitcher
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical mid-century silver plate on copper fish form water pitcher crafted by a master
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Colosseum III Copper and Silver Pleated Centerpiece by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Milan, IT
craft. New Roman also includes Colosseum I (all copper), and Colosseum II (all silver plate).  
Category

2010s Italian Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Old English Sheffield Plate Regency Wine Cooler
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Old English Sheffield silver plate Regency style wine cooler / ice bucket .This exceptional Regency
Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver Plate

1705 Persian Safavid Tinned Copper Plate
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Dated 1705 (1121 A.H.). A romantic and poetic scene of two lovers with musical instruments. The main scene includes flowers, animals, and the calligraphy that says "The heart goes [f...
Category

Antique 16th Century Persian Tableware

Materials

Copper

Vintage Silver on Copper Pitcher with Stone Bird Handle
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming mid century pitcher handcrafted in silver plate on copper in classic form featuring a
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Silver Plate Meat Platter
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fine silver plate meat platter exhibits the finest Georgian-inspired design, with a gracefully
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Meat Platter
Silver Plate Meat Platter
H 2 in W 14.75 in D 20 in
Monogram Gorham Silver Plated Tea Tray
By Gorham
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A superb quality Gorham silver plated on copper oval tea tray encrusted in cast vintage motifs
Category

Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

French "Spork" in Silver Plated Copper, Marked "LEGRY", 19th-20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Who doesn't need a spork? this one happens to be finely made and from the 19th century. Enough said? we think so.
Category

Antique 1890s French Tableware

English Sheffield Silver Plate Tea Caddy
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th century English sheffield silver plate footed tea caddy / thin biscuit with exterior design
Category

Antique 1880s English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

English Sheffield Silver Plate Tea Caddy
Located in Tarry Town, NY
English sheffield silver plate covered biscuit box / tea caddy with exterior design details and
Category

Antique 1860s English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Heavy Antique Hand Made Copper Plates
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Heavy antique hand made copper plates These are very heavy quality copper, they have thick bases
Category

Antique 19th Century Bohemian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Copper

English Sheffield Silver Plated Barware Wine Bottle Holder
Located in Tarry Town, NY
English Sheffield silver plated tableware / barware wine bottle holder with exterior design details
Category

Vintage 1920s English Barware

Materials

Copper, Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Barware / Tableware Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful English craftsmanship silver plate barware / tableware drinking cup service for six
Category

20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage Silver Plate Muffineer Sugar Castor - E.P. Copper - U.K. - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage silver plate Muffineer sugar castor - pierced and chased details to the top - maker's mark
Category

Mid-20th Century British Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Los Castillo Vintage Silver Plate Pitcher with Parrot
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid century pitcher hand crafted in silver plate over hammered copper featuring a stone clad parrot
Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Vintage Silver over Copper Footed Ice Bucket, circa 1940
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
8-248 Silver over copper footed ice bucked with retractable lid and glass liner, circa 1940s.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Barware

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

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Silvered Copper Plates For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of silvered copper plates for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique silvered copper plates was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, copper and silver. Find 258 antique and vintage silvered copper plates at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 14 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of silvered copper plates available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Silvered copper plates bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Silvered copper plates have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Los Castillo, Chase Brass and Copper Company and Emiliano Céliz are consistently popular.

How Much are Silvered Copper Plates?

Silvered copper plates can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,247, while the lowest priced sells for $85 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.
Questions About Silvered Copper Plates
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Copper plates are often preferred by chefs as the cookware of choice because copper is an excellent heat conductor. For dinnerware, the aesthetics are a bonus, with the copper of the plate giving off a rustic, earthy appeal. You can shop a selection of copper dinnerware from some of the world’s top sellers 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Silver over copper is generally not worth very much because there is not enough silver to melt down the items. The items can be resold but do not usually retain resale value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To tell if silver is solid or plated, try holding a magnet near it. Solid silver is not magnetic, but the base metals used in silver plating often are. As a result, if the magnet sticks strongly, the piece likely features silver plating. Another way to determine the materials is to look for markings. On silver wares produced in the U.S., the markings “STER,” “925” or “.925” usually indicate solid silver, while “EP,” “EPNS,” “A1” and “AA” typically indicate silver plating. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Find a variety of silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Silver plate is generally not worth very much because the silver is simply coating a base metal. Therefore they do not hold any monetary worth.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify silver plate marks, first explore trusted online resources for some of the most frequently used examples. Most silver plate pieces will feature a purity marking, such as “EPNS” or “A1,” and markings corresponding to the maker. Photographing the maker's mark and performing a reverse image search may lead to a quick identification. If your search doesn't yield any results, try entering a description of the mark into the search engine or examining reference guides shared by trusted online resources to determine who produced your piece. From there, you can conduct further research to learn about your piece's age, pattern and other features. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plate silverware is valuable. However, the maker, age and style of silver-plated silverware are usually what make it valuable. From a material standpoint, silver plate contains very little pure silver, so the metal on its own is not very valuable. Find a wide range of silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.