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19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Butter Dish with Cow Finial
By Edward Charles Brown 1
Located in London, London
Silver Butter Dish, features engraved decoration to the lid and base, a cow finial, and a frosted, etched
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Glass & Sterling Silver Butter Dish London 1866 George Angell
By George Angell & Co
Located in London, London
silver butter dish, features an engraved silver lid and base, with a cross hatched cut glass body. The
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Dominick & Haff “d” Monogram Sterling Silver Butter Pat Dishes, 11 Pc
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 11 antique early 20th century sterling silver butter pats by Dominick & Haff. Each with a “D
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Butter Shell - London 1803 T. Robins
By Thomas Robins
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1803 by Thomas Robins, this charming, George III, Antique Sterling Silver
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Webster Sterling Silver Butter Dish in Jensen Blossom Style
By Georg Jensen, Webster & Company
Located in New York, NY
In a style similar to the Blossom pattern by Georg Jensen, Webster sterling silver butter dish with
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20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Butter Dish, Sheffield 1874
By Henry Wilkinson & Co.
Located in London, London
& sterling silver butter dish, features engraved decoration and bead borders. The butter dish measures
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Butter Knife 046
By Johan Rohde
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver butter knife, item #046 in the Acanthus Pattern, flatware design #180
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Butter Shells / Dishes by John Emes
By John Emes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver butter shells
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Antique Early 1800s British George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 10 Chantilly Pattern by Gorham Sterling Silver Butter Spreaders
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 10 Chantilly pattern by Gorham sterling silver butter spreaders, early-mid 20th century
Category

Mid-20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century "Kings" Pattern Sterling Silver Butter Spreaders by Wallace
By R. Wallace & Sons Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of 8 "Kings" sterling silver butter spreaders by Wallace, early 20th century. Solid silver
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Butter Dish with Removable Glass Liner, 1865
By Henry Wilkinson & Co.
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Butter Dish, features pierced sides, a glass liner, and an ornate lid. The butter dish
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Butter Dish with Glass Liner
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Sterling silver butter dish. It is rectangular in shape with rounded corners, a neoclassical style
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cypress Sterling Silver Butter Knife
By Tias Eckhoff
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen butter knife with sterling silver handle and stainless steel blade in the Cypress
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20th Century Danish Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Butter Spreader 046
By Gundorph Albertus
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen butter spreader with silver blade, item 046 in the Cactus pattern
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Beaded Sterling Silver Butter Knife 046
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A sterling silver Georg Jensen butter knife, item 046 in the Beaded pattern, design #7 by Georg
Category

20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Bittersweet Sterling Silver Butter Spreader 046
By Gundorph Albertus
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen butter spreader, item 046 in the very rare Bittersweet pattern, design
Category

20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gorham Sterling Silver Butter Knife & Spoon, Versailles Pattern
By Gorham
Located in East Geelong, VIC
These two pieces of Gorham sterling silver flatware are decorated with the Versailles pattern
Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Sterling Silver Butter Dish with Cow Finial
By Henry Wilkinson & Co.
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Victorian sterling silver and glass butter dish hallmarked Sheffield 1859 - 1860 by Henry Wilkinson
Category

Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Butter Scotch Amber Pendant 3 Inch
Located in Wallkill, NY
Huge Amber pendant with a sterling silver bale Measuring 3 in top to bottom x 1.50 in wide x 1 in
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Set Of 12 Butter Knives 1932 Goldsmiths & Silversmiths
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Silver Butter Knives, are presented in their original box, and are in the Art deco taste. Each knife
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Rope Rim Butter Pats, a Set of Seven, circa 1940s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of seven, sterling silver butter pats, circa 1940s. Marked Sterling, with a running rope
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Vintage 1940s American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gorham Sterling Silver Versailles Putti Pattern Patè Butter Spreaders, Set/12
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of twelve sterling silver butter or patè spreaders, in the ‘Versailles’ pattern from the
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Continental Butter Knife 046
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver butter knife, item #046 in the Continental pattern, flatware design #4
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mignonette by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 44 Pieces with Butters
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mignonette by Lunt sterling silver flatware set - 44 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 9 1
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Vintage 1960s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Viking, butter knife in sterling silver. All silver.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, Viking, butter knife in sterling silver. All silver. Stamped with 1933-1944 hallmark
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Vintage 1930s Danish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Handcrafted Sterling Silver Blossom Butter Knife
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
and see the shapes within - and then bring them to life in silver. Pieces are whimsical, fascinating
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Handcrafted Sterling Silver Beaded Butter Knife
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
In 1904 the Danish silversmith Georg Jensen founded his first modest silver smithy in the heart of
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Handcrafted Sterling Silver Continental Butter Knife
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
that is exclusive to silver.
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Beaded. Butter sauce spoon in sterling silver.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Beaded. Butter sauce spoon in sterling silver. Post-1945 hallmark. In excellent
Category

20th Century Danish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Six Georg Jensen Acanthus Butter Knives in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Six Georg Jensen Acanthus butter knives in sterling silver. Length: 15.5 cm. In excellent
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Six Georg Jensen Acorn Butter Knives in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Six Georg Jensen Acorn butter knives in sterling silver. Length: 15 cm. In excellent condition
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Georg Jensen Sterling Silver 1925 Butter Spreader
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Rare Georg Jensen sterling silver butter spreader, dated 1925 from English hallmarks, with applied
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Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare Set of 9 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Vine Pattern Butter Pats
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extremely rare set of sterling silver butter pats. In the Vine pattern decorated with raised
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Modern Dinnerware and Flatware Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Acorn, Two Butter Knives in Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, Acorn, two butter knives in sterling silver. Marked post 1945. In excellent
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Rhythm by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 89 Pcs New
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
-century Modern design. Unused silver rhythm by International sterling silver flatware set, 89 pieces. This
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Rhythm by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 56 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
"Silver Rhythm" by International Sterling Silver Flatware set - 56 pieces. This pattern was
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Eight Georg Jensen Acorn Butter Knives in All Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Eight Georg Jensen Acorn butter knives in all sterling silver. Measure: Length 15 cm. In very
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Five Georg Jensen Acorn Butter Knives in All Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Five Georg Jensen Acorn butter knives in all sterling silver. Measure: Length 17 cm. In excellent
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Melody by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 72 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning silver melody by International sterling silver flatware set of 72 pieces. This set
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Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Iris by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 48 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Silver Iris by international sterling silver flatware set with pierced handles, 48 pieces. This set
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Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen, Caravel, butter knife in sterling silver. Modernist design.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen, Caravel, a butter knife in sterling silver. Modernist and sleek design. Designed by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Angelique by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 18 Service
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Angelique by International sterling silver flatware set for 18, 114 pieces. This set
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Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Juliana by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 57 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Juliana by Watson sterling silver flatware set of 57 pieces. This set includes: Eight
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Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gorham Sterling Versailles Master Butter Knife
By Gorham
Located in Miami Beach, FL
silver master butter knife in the 1888 Versailles pattern. This beautiful art nouveau all sterling knife
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Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pyramid Butter Knife by Harald Nielsen
By Georg Jensen, Harald Nielsen
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1927 by Harald Nielsen, the Pyramid sterling silver cutlery pattern was inspired by a
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cactus Butter Knife by Gundorph Albertus
By Georg Jensen, Gundorph Albertus
Located in New York, NY
Candlesticks. Three wine goblets were designed; one with amethyst, one with rubies and one in pure sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Eighteen Ten 1810 by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 156
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
of sterling silver to the fullest. Monumental "Eighteen Ten" 1810 by International sterling silver
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Acanthus Butter Knife in Sterling Silver, Six Knives Available
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Acanthus butter knife in sterling silver. Six knives are available. Measure: Length
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sonja by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 52 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exquisite Sonja by International, circa 1937, sterling silver flatware set with modern design, 52
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 40 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful, heirloom quality Wedgwood by International sterling silver flatware set - 40 pieces
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Vintage 1920s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Crown Princess by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service, 52 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Crown princess by International sterling silver flatware set, 52 pieces with unique pierced floral
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Trousseau by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set Dinner 77 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Trousseau by International sterling silver flatware set dinner size of 77 pieces. This set includes
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Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Springtime by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service, 36 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Springtime by International sterling silver flatware set, 36 pieces. Great starter set! This set
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Trousseau by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 36 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Trousseau by International Sterling Silver flatware set - 36 pieces. This set includes: 6
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Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 74 Pieces Dinner
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eloquence by Lunt sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 74 pieces. This set includes: 12
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Horse Stirrup Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 50 pieces Dinner
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Extraordinary Dinner Size Watson sterling silver Flatware set featuring a hand engraved Horse
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wild Rose by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 87 pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Wild Rose by Watson, circa 1905, sterling silver Flatware set, 87 pieces. This rare Art
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Leonore Doskow Two Sterling Silver Knifes, Butter/Chesse and Serving, Modern
By Leonore Doskow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sterling. This shape is a well known design by the artist. The butter/cheese is 6.75 and the serving is
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20th Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Butter Knife by Johan Rohde
By Georg Jensen, Johan Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Before becoming a designer for the studio, Johan Rohde was impressed by the craftsmanship of Georg Jensen. Their first collaboration dates from 1904, when Rohde commissioned Georg Je...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bernadotte Butter Knife by Sigvard Bernadotte
By Georg Jensen, Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in New York, NY
Prince Sigvard Bernadotte (1907-2002) was trained at the Kungliga Konstakademien in Stockholm in 1929. The prince’s long affiliation with Georg Jensen represents another chapter in t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Butter For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sterling silver butter you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A sterling silver butter — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. There are 264 variations of the antique or vintage sterling silver butter you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a sterling silver butter — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver butter, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made sterling silver butter has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen and Gorham are consistently popular.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Butter?

The average selling price for a sterling silver butter at 1stDibs is $234, while they’re typically $40 on the low end and $37,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right sterling-silver for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Sterling Silver Butter
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Reed & Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Sterling silver is a very good quality alloy because the added metals make it very durable, even more so than gold. Because it is also lightweight it can be great for everyday wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Tiffany & Co. uses sterling silver. According to their website, they were one of the first American companies to institute the .925 sterling silver standard in 1851. Sterling silver is a precious metal that may require cleaning to retain its beauty and character for generations. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Tiffany & Co. silver from top sellers around the world.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
  • 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 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.

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How to Identify Real Capodimonte Porcelain

Early examples by the Italian manufacturer can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.