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Antique Japanese Meiji Dragon Cigarette Box Silver / 88 gr
Antique Japanese Meiji Dragon Cigarette Box Silver / 88 gr

Antique Japanese Meiji Dragon Cigarette Box Silver / 88 gr

Located in SE

Late 19th-early 20th century Meiji period hand-made Japanese cigarette case in fine Silver with

Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Arts and Crafts Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

English Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1911 Joseph Gloster Ltd
English Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1911 Joseph Gloster Ltd

English Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1911 Joseph Gloster Ltd

Located in Toronto, Ontario

English Silver Cigarette Case Birmingham 1911, Joseph Gloster Ltd. Slightly concave rectangular

Category

Vintage 1910s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Adie Brothers Ltd Birmingham England Sterling Enamel Gold Vermeil Cigarette Case
Adie Brothers Ltd Birmingham England Sterling Enamel Gold Vermeil Cigarette Case

Adie Brothers Ltd Birmingham England Sterling Enamel Gold Vermeil Cigarette Case

By Adie Brothers

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver and green enamel cigarette case by Adie Brothers Ltd of Birmingham, England, circa

Category

20th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Tiffany & Company Sterling Enamel Table Trinket or Cigarette Box
Antique Tiffany & Company Sterling Enamel Table Trinket or Cigarette Box

Antique Tiffany & Company Sterling Enamel Table Trinket or Cigarette Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Tiffany & Company Sterling Silver Table Trinket Box, measuring 3 5/8 X 2 7/8 inches x

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian Silver Cigarette Case, Musical Staves, Deakin and Francis
Antique Victorian Silver Cigarette Case, Musical Staves, Deakin and Francis

Antique Victorian Silver Cigarette Case, Musical Staves, Deakin and Francis

By Deakin & Francis

Located in NEWARK, GB

An unusual antique cigarette case, Victorian era sterling silver, it is engraved with musical

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Crest Bronze Horse Ashtray and Cigarette Box *Saturday Sale**
Silver Crest Bronze Horse Ashtray and Cigarette Box *Saturday Sale**

Silver Crest Bronze Horse Ashtray and Cigarette Box *Saturday Sale**

By Silver Crest Bronze

Located in Van Nuys, CA

bronze ashtray and cigarette box with sterling silver embossed horse on the lid of each, circa 1930. The

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Bronze, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Cigarette Case with Long-Haired Cat C 1910
Silver Cigarette Case with Long-Haired Cat C 1910

Silver Cigarette Case with Long-Haired Cat C 1910

Located in New York, NY

Austrian 900 silver cigarette case with enameled cat, ca. 1910. On cover is enameled an earnest

Category

20th Century Austrian Edwardian Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Austrian Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case With Nautical Interest - Antique
Austrian Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case With Nautical Interest - Antique

Austrian Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case With Nautical Interest - Antique

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine antique Austrian silver and enamel cigarette case with nautical interest: an addition to our

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Other Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Japanese Silver Cigarette Case with Botanical Scrollwork by K. Udeya
Japanese Silver Cigarette Case with Botanical Scrollwork by K. Udeya

Japanese Silver Cigarette Case with Botanical Scrollwork by K. Udeya

Located in Chicago, IL

This engraved silver cigarette or billfold case exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. The

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early Italian Blue Sodalite and Gilt Silver Cigarette Box
Early Italian Blue Sodalite and Gilt Silver Cigarette Box

Early Italian Blue Sodalite and Gilt Silver Cigarette Box

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Early Arezzo, Italy jewelry or cigarette box in Sodalite and translucent marble. The rectangular

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1924 Silver Guilloche Translucent Yellow Enamel Cigarette Case 3.65 Inch
Vintage 1924 Silver Guilloche Translucent Yellow Enamel Cigarette Case 3.65 Inch

Vintage 1924 Silver Guilloche Translucent Yellow Enamel Cigarette Case 3.65 Inch

Located in New York, NY

holding cigarettes or other small items. The case is made of silver, which is a precious metal that is

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage 20 Century Rare Silver Guilloche Translucent Red Enamel Cigarette Case
Vintage 20 Century Rare Silver Guilloche Translucent Red Enamel Cigarette Case

Vintage 20 Century Rare Silver Guilloche Translucent Red Enamel Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 20th century Art Deco silver guilloche enamel cigarette case In excellent condition

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Solid Silver Cigar Box / Cigarette Box 1902 Chased with Crest
Antique Solid Silver Cigar Box / Cigarette Box 1902 Chased with Crest

Antique Solid Silver Cigar Box / Cigarette Box 1902 Chased with Crest

By Heath & Middleton

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Antique sterling Silver Cigar / Cigarette Box featuring an ornate chased design

Category

Early 20th Century English Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

1869 British MO Cigarette case box solid 925 Silver / 73 gr
1869 British MO Cigarette case box solid 925 Silver / 73 gr

1869 British MO Cigarette case box solid 925 Silver / 73 gr

Located in SE

Old British cigarette case in Sterling Silver with hand engraved ornaments on both sides,gilt

Category

Antique 1860s European Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edward VIII Silver Blue Guilloche Enamel 3.25 Inch Wm Neal 1936 Cigarette Case
Edward VIII Silver Blue Guilloche Enamel 3.25 Inch Wm Neal 1936 Cigarette Case

Edward VIII Silver Blue Guilloche Enamel 3.25 Inch Wm Neal 1936 Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

Edward VIII Silver Blue Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case - Wm Neal Ltd., Birmingham 1936 Elevate

Category

Vintage 1930s English Edwardian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mid-Century Modern Birks Sterling and Black Composite Cigar or Cigarette Ashtray
Mid-Century Modern Birks Sterling and Black Composite Cigar or Cigarette Ashtray

Mid-Century Modern Birks Sterling and Black Composite Cigar or Cigarette Ashtray

By Henry Birks & Son

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

style. The body of the ashtray is composed of a glossy black composite with a sterling silver platform

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Composition, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1929 George V Silver Guilloche Enamel Cigarette and Match Cases 3.2 Inch
Vintage 1929 George V Silver Guilloche Enamel Cigarette and Match Cases 3.2 Inch

Vintage 1929 George V Silver Guilloche Enamel Cigarette and Match Cases 3.2 Inch

Located in New York, NY

The George V Silver Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case and Match Case, Beddoes & Co, Birmingham 1929

Category

Mid-20th Century French George V Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

20th Century French Air Force Solid Silver Cigar & Cigarette Humidor Box, c.1927
20th Century French Air Force Solid Silver Cigar & Cigarette Humidor Box, c.1927

20th Century French Air Force Solid Silver Cigar & Cigarette Humidor Box, c.1927

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Superb early-20th Century Art Deco solid silver stylish mechanised cigar and cigarette humidor box

Category

20th Century British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Plate Enamled Jade Green Lift Arm Table Cigarette Lighter by Clark
Sterling Plate Enamled Jade Green Lift Arm Table Cigarette Lighter by Clark

Sterling Plate Enamled Jade Green Lift Arm Table Cigarette Lighter by Clark

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Marked "the Roslyn" Art Deco era circa 1930s silver plate brass tabletop cigarette lighter with

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Vintage Bauhaus Cigarette Case, 1940s
Vintage Bauhaus Cigarette Case, 1940s

Vintage Bauhaus Cigarette Case, 1940s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage German Bauhaus cigarette case. Sterling silver. Very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Bauhaus Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver George V Presentation Box England Circa 1926
Art Deco Sterling Silver George V Presentation Box England Circa 1926

Art Deco Sterling Silver George V Presentation Box England Circa 1926

Located in Montreal, QC

British Art Deco sterling silver rectangular cigarette box, the hinged lid with canted edges and

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cigarette Case Art Deco style for Cartier USA in 1980s spring button Salimbeni
Cigarette Case Art Deco style for Cartier USA in 1980s spring button Salimbeni

Cigarette Case Art Deco style for Cartier USA in 1980s spring button Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Handbag cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire enamel. Opening with spring

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

English Art Deco Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
English Art Deco Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

English Art Deco Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

By Joseph Gloster

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco sterling silver cigarette case. Made by Joseph Gloster Ltd in Birmingham in 1919

Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Snazzy English Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Snazzy English Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Box

Snazzy English Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Box

By Henry Matthews

Located in New York, NY

George V sterling silver cigarette box. Made by Henry Matthews in Birmingham in 1929. Rectangular

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Art Deco Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
English Art Deco Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Box

English Art Deco Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Box

By W.H. Manton Ltd. 1

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco sterling silver cigarette box. Made by William Henry Manton in Birmingham in 1964

Category

Vintage 1960s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Marine Motif
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Marine Motif

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with Marine Motif

By R. Blackinton & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver cigarette case with marine motif. Made by R. Blackinton in North Attleboro, Mass

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

CARTIER Paris Sterling Silver cigarette box. Art Deco 1930
CARTIER Paris Sterling Silver cigarette box. Art Deco 1930

CARTIER Paris Sterling Silver cigarette box. Art Deco 1930

Located in Encino, CA

CARTIER Sterling Silver and Vermeil cigarette boxes, France, Circa 1930. Stamped CARTIER PARIS

Category

Vintage 1930s Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique French Silver Cycling Cigarette Case
Antique French Silver Cycling Cigarette Case

Antique French Silver Cycling Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

French 950 silver cigarette case, ca 1910. Rectangular and hinged with double-sided chased and

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Cigarette Box
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Cigarette Box

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Cigarette Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver cigarette box. Lined in wood.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

Located in Hudson, NY

Sterling silver cigarette case. Dated 1926

Category

Early 20th Century British Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Art Deco Revival Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
20th Century Art Deco Revival Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

20th Century Art Deco Revival Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

Located in Roma, RM

Commemorative sterling silver cigarette case made in 1944, in aid of "RCAF War II case No. 9 Air

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, 20th Century
Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, 20th Century

Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box, 20th Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Sterling Silver cigarette box by London Silversmith: S J Rose & Son. Featuring a engine turned top

Category

20th Century British Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case and Match Box
Sterling Silver Cigarette Case and Match Box

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case and Match Box

Located in New York, NY

Small sterling silver cigarette case and match box, with gilt interior, engraved boar and tree

Category

Early 20th Century British Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Monogrammed Sterling Silver Cigarette Case 89g
Early 20th Century Monogrammed Sterling Silver Cigarette Case 89g

Early 20th Century Monogrammed Sterling Silver Cigarette Case 89g

By Whiting

Located in San Diego, CA

This Early 20th Century Monogrammed Sterling Silver Cigarette Case is in very good condition

Category

Early 20th Century English Tech Accessories and Cases

Sterling silver case
Sterling silver case

Sterling silver case

Located in Hudson, NY

Sterling silver cigarette case with gold tone overlay.

Category

20th Century Unknown Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver case
Sterling silver case

Sterling silver case

Located in Hudson, NY

Sterling silver cigarette case, inscribed by the original owner.

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Birmingham 1960 Deakin & Francis Ltd
Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Birmingham 1960 Deakin & Francis Ltd

Modern Sterling Silver Cigarette Box Birmingham 1960 Deakin & Francis Ltd

By Deakin & Francis

Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London

A beautiful Art Deco style rectangular cigarette box decorated with a hinged engine turned lid. The

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver

'Bugatti' Cigarette Case ca. 1930s

'Bugatti' Cigarette Case ca. 1930s

Located in London, GB

A large Sterling silver cigarette case with stylized Bugatti racing carat speed engraved to the

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver

1940s Sterling Silver Enameled Cat Cigarette Case
1940s Sterling Silver Enameled Cat Cigarette Case

1940s Sterling Silver Enameled Cat Cigarette Case

Located in St.amford, CT

Circa 1940s sterling silver cigarette case with enamel painted cat on the lid. Manufactured in

Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver polo cigarette case, 1929
Sterling silver polo cigarette case, 1929

Sterling silver polo cigarette case, 1929

By John Henry Wynn

Located in London, GB

A fine Sterling silver cigarette case, featuring a well painted scene to the front in enamel of a

Category

Early 20th Century British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Bulgari Designer Sterling Silver Cigar Cigarette Box Bvlgari
Bulgari Designer Sterling Silver Cigar Cigarette Box Bvlgari

Bulgari Designer Sterling Silver Cigar Cigarette Box Bvlgari

By Bulgari

Located in Big Bend, WI

Bulgari sterling silver cigarette case, 7 1/8” x 4 3/8” x 1 ½” tall. Contains Roman Coin Imp Romano

Category

Italian Boxes and Cases

English Sterling Silver Enamelled and Gilt Cigarette Case Guilloché, 1935
English Sterling Silver Enamelled and Gilt Cigarette Case Guilloché, 1935

English Sterling Silver Enamelled and Gilt Cigarette Case Guilloché, 1935

Located in Brussels, BE

English sterling silver cigarette case. Light blue guilloché enamel, gilt inside. Commemorative

Category

Vintage 1930s British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

SILVER CIGARETTE BOX
SILVER CIGARETTE BOX

SILVER CIGARETTE BOX

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Sterling Silver Cigarette box with a wooden grain effect top, stands on four splayed feet, and is

Category

20th Century British Boxes

Silver Cigarette Case
Silver Cigarette Case

Silver Cigarette Case

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Sterling silver cigarette case by Birmingham silversmith A. Wilcox. The case features a

Category

Mid-20th Century British Tobacco Accessories

Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, Bernard Instone, 1930
Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, Bernard Instone, 1930

Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, Bernard Instone, 1930

By Bernard Instone

Located in Glasgow, GB

An Arts & Crafts style sterling silver and enamel cigarette case by Bernard Instone, Birmingham

Category

Vintage 1930s British Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, 1925
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, 1925

Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case, 1925

By P.H. Vogel & Co.

Located in Glasgow, GB

An Art Deco sterling silver and enamel cigarette case. The vintage silver cigarette case is of

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Mappin & Webb Sterling Cigar or Cigarette Box
Mappin & Webb Sterling Cigar or Cigarette Box

Mappin & Webb Sterling Cigar or Cigarette Box

By Mappin & Webb

Located in New York, NY

This is absolutely a gem. Very fine cigarette/cigar box of pure sterling made by that most

Category

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Cigar, Cigarette and Matchbox
Silver Cigar, Cigarette and Matchbox

Silver Cigar, Cigarette and Matchbox

Located in London, GB

Silver cigar, cigarette and matchbox dated London 1895, makers James Samuel Bell and Louis Willmott.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Mercedes-Benz Silver Cigarette Case

Mercedes-Benz Silver Cigarette Case

By MERCEDES BENZ

Located in London, GB

An incredibly stylish silver cigarette case featuring the 1916 emblem of the three-pointed star of

Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Rare Faberge' Silver Cigarette Box.
Rare Faberge' Silver Cigarette Box.

Rare Faberge' Silver Cigarette Box.

Located in Miami, FL

Rare Cigarette Box. Completely decorated with enamels front and back. Also, on the

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Multi-Layered Trinket Box, 1913
Modernist Sterling Silver Multi-Layered Trinket Box, 1913

Modernist Sterling Silver Multi-Layered Trinket Box, 1913

By Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

An unusually modernist-style, sterling silver cigarette or trinket box, the engine-turned body

Category

Vintage 1910s British Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Silver & Gold Card / Cigarette Case
Silver & Gold Card / Cigarette Case

Silver & Gold Card / Cigarette Case

Located in San Francisco, CA

A chic early 20th century steering silver case inlaid with 18 karat gold

Category

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Gold

'The 19th Hole' Sterling Silver and Enamel Golf Cigarette Case, 1913

'The 19th Hole' Sterling Silver and Enamel Golf Cigarette Case, 1913

By J. C. Vickery

Located in London, GB

A wonderful 1913 Sterling silver and enamel cigarette case depicting a humorous group of golfers

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modern Silver Cigarette Box
Mid-Century Modern Silver Cigarette Box

Mid-Century Modern Silver Cigarette Box

Located in Vancouver, BC

A continental .835 silver cigarette box in the Mid-Century Modern style, Belgian or Scandinavian

Category

Vintage 1960s European Sterling Silver

Antique Silver cigarette box circa 1920 Italy
Antique Silver cigarette box circa 1920 Italy

Antique Silver cigarette box circa 1920 Italy

Located in Torino, IT

Miracoli Romeo e figlio Cigarette Case about 1920s - .800 silver - Italy - Early 20th century 285

Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

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Sterling Silver Cigarette For Sale on 1stDibs

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

How Much is a Sterling Silver Cigarette?

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