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Solid Silver Tray, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Solid silver tray, 19th century. Hallmark Minerva. Weight : 847g
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19th Century Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Crystal and Solid Silver Decanter
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful alcohol decanter in crystal and Solid Silver The silver decorated with a pearl frieze
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1880s Solid Silver Antique

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Crystal and Solid Silver Decanter
Crystal and Solid Silver Decanter
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H 9.38 in W 4.53 in D 2.76 in
Quality antique Victorian hallmarked solid silver sugar sifter
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Victorian hallmarked solid silver sugar sifter having a quality antique Victorian
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Early 19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Quality Antique Victorian hallmarked solid silver sugar sifter
Quality antique Victorian hallmarked solid silver sugar sifter
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H 5.12 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in
Antique Solid Silver Salt, Pepper & Mustard Pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique solid silver salt, pepper & mustard pot with shaped fluted bodies standing on ball feet
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Early 20th Century Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Antique Solid Silver Salt, Pepper & Mustard Pot
Antique Solid Silver Salt, Pepper & Mustard Pot
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H 2.37 in W 2.96 in D 1.78 in
Pair Of Antique Solid Silver Salt & Pepper Pots
Located in Ipswich, GB
Pair of antique solid silver salt & pepper pots, having turned finials on the top, shaped beaded
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Early 20th Century Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Pair Of Antique Solid Silver Salt & Pepper Pots
Pair Of Antique Solid Silver Salt & Pepper Pots
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H 4.34 in W 1.58 in D 1.58 in
Impressive Heavy Solid Silver Japanese Made Hipflask
Located in St Helens, GB
A very fine example of a solid silver hipflask. True antique example, circa 1900. Most likely
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19th Century Japanese Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver Cutlery in Their Box, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Solid silver cutlery in their box. Hallmark Minerva "Micas Bordeaux" 19th century Box
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19th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver Cutlery in a Box, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Solid silver cutlery in a box. "Servan à Bordeaux" Hallmark Minerva 19th Century. Box
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19th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Antique Solid Silver Cutlery in a Box, 19th Century
Solid Silver Cutlery in a Box, 19th Century
H 1.58 in W 4.34 in D 11.42 in
Solid Silver Breakfast in Its Box, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Solid silver breakfast in its box "Golivet Pontivy" Hallmark Minerva 19th century Box
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19th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Cardeilhac - 19th Century Solid Silver Fruit Basket
By Cardeilhac
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Large multi-lobed fruit basket in solid silver decorated with foliage and clasps. The body is
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Quality Edward VII solid silver & cut glass sugar caster
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality Edward VII solid silver & cut glass sugar caster, having a turned effect finial above a
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Quality Edward VII solid silver & cut glass sugar caster
Quality Edward VII solid silver & cut glass sugar caster
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H 7.09 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Presentation Shovel, Barnard, c.1892
By Walter and John Barnard
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian solid silver presentation shovel, exceptionally large, the solid
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19th Century English Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Antique Russian Import Solid Silver Impressive Centrepiece, circa 1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Russian import solid silver centrepiece in a form of a palm tree, the base of
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19th Century German Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Asprey & Co. Solid Silver Vanity Box, Made in London, 1939
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Braintree, GB
Solid silver vanity box Made in London, 1939 Maker: Asprey & Co. Fully hallmarked. Total
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Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Solid Silver Antique

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Britannia Standard Silver

Asprey & Co. Solid Silver Vanity Box, Made in London, 1939
Asprey & Co. Solid Silver Vanity Box, Made in London, 1939
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H 0.91 in W 5.79 in D 4.41 in
Solid Silver Dessert Cutlery in Their Box, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Solid silver dessert cutlery in a box Hallmark Minerva 19th century Box dimensions : 23 x 9 x
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19th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Set of Quality Antique Victorian Solid Silver Spoons and Sugar Tongs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of quality antique Victorian solid silver spoons and sugar tongs in their original leather box
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19th Century English Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

A.Aucoc – Solid Silver Sprinkler 19th Century Circa 1880
By A. Aucoc
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Important 19th century solid silver shaker in LOUIS The upper part is chiseled and pierced, it fits
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Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

Early French Solid Silver Sterling Hip Flask 1835 Paris
Located in London, GB
A magnificent solid silver and crystal hip flask with weaved wicker half cover. The cup, colar and
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Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Solid Silver Tea Caddy C. 1912
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian solid silver tea caddy in good condition, which in the images is tarnished, so it
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1910s British Edwardian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver Handbag, Late 19th Century
Located in Marseille, FR
Solid silver handbag, late 19th century, weighing 218 grams. Size 14 cm by 14 cm. Chain length 34
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Late 19th Century Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver Handbag, Late 19th Century
Solid Silver Handbag, Late 19th Century
H 13.39 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Solid Silver 18thC Lankan Buddha, 9604
Located in Ukiah, CA
Solid silver 18thC Lankan Buddha on a silver-colored metal base. From the great early 20thC U.S
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18th Century Sri Lankan Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver 18thC Lankan Buddha, 9604
Solid Silver 18thC Lankan Buddha, 9604
H 3.75 in W 2.2 in D 1.7 in
Fine Quality Set of 6 Antique Edwardian Solid Silver and Glass Coffee Cups
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality set of 6 antique Edwardian solid silver and glass coffee cups having pretty ornate
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Goldsmith Tetard - Art Deco Solid Silver Tray Circa 1930
By Maison Tétard
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
"Goldsmith Tetard - Art Deco Solid Silver Tray Circa 1930" Octagonal shaped top mounted with a
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

A.Aucoc - 19th Century Solid Silver Planter Napoleon III
By A. Aucoc
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Solid silver planter, oval LOUIS XVI style model, mounted on four straight legs, the body openwork
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Gallery Tray on Silver Stand
By Schiavon Argenterie
Located in VALENZA, IT
. The silver sheet has been hammered and shaped completely by hand by hammer. The solid silver by
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver Sterling Georgian Wine Goblet London 1818 William Eaton
By William Eaton
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Georgian Solid Silver Sterling Wine Goblet in very good condition, with an applied
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century American Solid Silver Hip Flask, Gorham, c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century American solid silver hip flask with silver hinged top and removable cup. This
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19th Century American Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century American Solid Silver Hip Flask, Gorham, c.1880
19th Century American Solid Silver Hip Flask, Gorham, c.1880
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H 4.53 in W 2.76 in D 0.79 in
J. Piault – large 19th century solid silver serving tray
By Jules Piault 1
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Large rectangular solid silver tray with two handles, with rich engraved and chiseled decoration on
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

Rare Solid Silver Sterling tankard James II london 1685 Anthony Nelme
By Anthony Nelme 1
Located in London, GB
A rarely seen solid silver sterling lidded tankard. Dating from the reign of King James II
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17th Century English James II Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century German Solid Silver Wine Goblet, Hanau, c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th Century German solid silver wine goblet, featuring stunning workmanship, made in
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19th Century German Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Cumshing, c.1850
By Cumshing
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid 19th Century Chinese export solid silver wine goblet, impressive and exceptionally fine
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19thC Victorian Solid Silver Christmas Cracker Pin Cushion & Box, c.1898
By Samuel Jacob
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th Century Victorian solid silver novelty Christmas cracker shaped pin cushion and
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19th Century English Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Solid Silver and Crystal Carafe, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Solid silver and engraved crystal carafe. Minerve mark under the base 19th century.
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19th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Crystal, Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver & Horn Hunting Flask, London, c.1886
By William Leuchars
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian Solid Silver mounted horn hunting flask, mounted with a crew top and
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19th Century British Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century German Solid Silver Cup, Neresheimer & Sohne, c.1890
By B. Neresheimer & Sohne
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century German solid silver cup, made in the style of the early-17th Century examples
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19th Century German Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Spirit Measure Cup, London, c.1894
By Gibson & Langman
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th Century Victorian solid silver double spirit measure cup, of traditional size in
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19th Century British Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

French Solid Silver Sauce Tureen and Tray by Tétard
By Tetard Freres
Located in London, GB
French solid silver sauce tureen and tray by Tétard. French, early 20th century. Tureen: Height
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Early 20th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century French Solid Silver & Niello Serving Tray, circa 1870
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French very rare and exceptional quality solid silver & niello serving tray
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19th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century French Solid Silver & Niello Serving Tray, circa 1870
19th Century French Solid Silver & Niello Serving Tray, circa 1870
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H 16.15 in W 21.66 in D 1.58 in
Large Antique French Solid Silver Flower Vase, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique French solid Silver Vase decorated with two substantial stylised leaf handles
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Early 20th Century French Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Large Antique French Solid Silver Flower Vase, circa 1900
Large Antique French Solid Silver Flower Vase, circa 1900
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H 15.71 in W 12.84 in D 12.84 in
19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Lidded Goblet, c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch (Cutch), Bhuj, Gujarat region, beautifully hand crafted solid
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19th Century Indian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Antique Rare Early Portuguese Porto Solid Silver Sterling Tazza 40cm Salver
Located in London, GB
A Rare Early Portuguese Solid Silver Sterling Tazza in very good condition, hammered silver
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Rococo Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Novelty Salt & Pepper, London, c.1880
By James Barclay Hennell
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian very rare pair of novelty cast solid silver table salt & pepper
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19th Century British Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver & Cracked Glass Ice Bucket, c.1896
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian solid silver and cracked glass ice bucket a swinging handle
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19th Century British Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Antique Solid Silver Card Case Engraved Acanthus Motif, Edward Smith, 1862
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this fabulous solid silver card case made by Edward Smith in Birmingham
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19th Century Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

Antique Large Solid Silver, Gilt & Glass Elephant Centrepiece Bowl, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A magnificent solid silver elephant centrepiece supporting a gilt saddle with a large red glass
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19th Century German Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Rare Russian 19th Century 84 Solid Silver Egg Pendant with Opening
Located in St Helens, GB
A very unusual and rare egg pendant. 84 grade solid silver example from Russia. Designed as an
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19th Century Russian Victorian Solid Silver Antique

Boin Taburet – Ewer In Engraved Crystal And Solid Silver 19th Century
By Boin-Taburet
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Crystal and silver ewer. The crystal is encased in a solid silver setting, the base rests on four
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Leeching, c.1870
By Leeching
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Chinese export solid silver goblet, a testament to its impressive size and
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Solid Silver Columbine Goblet with a lid
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Dutch Colombine Cop In Solid Silver, Dated by the Hallmark 1902, a cup with lid on a
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Early 1900s Dutch Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver & Glass Traveling Flask, London, c.1880
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver & glass Travelling Flask, with Collapsible Beaker
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19th Century British Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Early Georg Jensen Lily of the Valley Fruit / Butter Knife in Solid Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Early Georg Jensen Lily of the Valley fruit / butter knife in solid silver 830. Dated 1927
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1920s Danish Art Nouveau Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver & Glass "Champagne Bottle" Decanter, c.1895
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th Century Victorian novelty solid silver & glass champagne bottle shaped decanter
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19th Century British Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

19th Century Victorian Aesthetic Movement Solid Silver Wine Jug, c.1879
By George John Richards & Edward Charles Brown
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian Aesthetic movement solid silver wine jug, the bulbous body
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19th Century English Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Jug, Elkington & Co, circa 1897
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century Victorian impressive solid silver hunting water jug, the body profusely
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19th Century English Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Indian Cutch Solid Silver Salver Double Cream Jug, c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
solid silver cream jug, finely chased throughout with scrolling leaves and floral patterns on a finely
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19th Century Indian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

ANTIQUE INDIAN ELEPHANT COLONIAL SOLiD SILVER TEA SERVICE OOMERSI MAWJI & SONS
By Oomersi Mawji & Sons
Located in GB
original circa 1870 Indian Repoussé Colonial Solid Silver tea service attributed to Oomersi Mawji & Son’s
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1870s Indian High Victorian Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Magnificent Solid Silver Pair Candlesticks 720g Paris France Circa 1798 Georgian
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
A Magnificent Solid Silver Pair of Georgian Candlesticks. PLEASE NOTE: These are not weighted to
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1790s French Edwardian Solid Silver Antique

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Sterling Silver

Antique 20th Century French Gilt Solid Silver Dishes By Gustave Keller, Paris
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early 20th Century French set of twelve solid silver gilt plates. Made in a simple yet
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Early 20th Century French Other Solid Silver Antique

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Gold Plate, Silver

19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Six Shot Tankards, Hunt & Roskell, c.1888
By Robert Roskell, Alan Roskell & John Mortimer Hunt
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver set of 6 shot tankards. These tankards have a tapering
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19th Century British Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

Antique 20thC Chinese Solid Silver 3 Piece Tea Set On Tray c.1910
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th Century rare Chinese solid silver impressive tea service on tray, comprising of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Solid Silver Antique

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Silver

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Solid Silver Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic solid silver antique available at 1stDibs. Each solid silver antique for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. There are many kinds of the solid silver antique you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right solid silver antique, those designed in Victorian, Georgian and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. Wang Hing & Co., Luen Wo and Elkington & Co. each produced at least one beautiful solid silver antique that is worth considering.

How Much is a Solid Silver Antique?

Prices for a solid silver antique start at $45 and top out at $299,444 with the average selling for $5,846.
Questions About Solid Silver Antique
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Solid silver means that the percentage of the metal that is actually silver is 99%. This means that the purity of the metal is 99%, with the remaining 1% of the metal being a different metal.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers 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 ExpertMarch 11, 2024
    No, Patek Philippe silver dials are not solid silver. The Swiss watchmaker’s dials are most frequently made of brass. The use of the word “silver” in describing a Patek Philippe silver-dial watch is intended to refer to its color, which usually owes to finishing that involves a galvanic painting or enameling process.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    How much a solid silver spoon is worth will depend upon what silver is worth per ounce at any given moment — likely between $22 and $25 per ounce — as well as other factors. With respect to sterling silver, what a sterling spoon is worth will depend on condition as well as rarity, age, design quality and more. Sterling silver spoons are sold for anywhere from $5 to $2,500. It’s a broad range! Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling spoons on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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
    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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.