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Continental Silver Cigarette Case with Female Nude
Continental Silver Cigarette Case with Female Nude

Continental Silver Cigarette Case with Female Nude

Located in Edenbridge, Kent

A Continental silver cigarette case of 'The Bather', the cover embossed with a nude female bather

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Rare Victorian Enamelled Silver Punch Magazine Cover Cigarette Case
Rare Victorian Enamelled Silver Punch Magazine Cover Cigarette Case

Rare Victorian Enamelled Silver Punch Magazine Cover Cigarette Case

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A very fine and unusual Victorian silver Cigarette Case of rounded rectangular form with sprung

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Chinese Silver Cigarette Case Depicting Red Panda's with Bamboo
Antique Chinese Silver Cigarette Case Depicting Red Panda's with Bamboo

Antique Chinese Silver Cigarette Case Depicting Red Panda's with Bamboo

Located in London, GB

Antique Chinese silver cigarette case depicting red pandas with bamboo, circa 1910 Detailed die

Category

Vintage 1910s Chinese Chinese Export Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Silver & Enamel Oxford University Polo Club Cigarette Case
Edwardian Silver & Enamel Oxford University Polo Club Cigarette Case

Edwardian Silver & Enamel Oxford University Polo Club Cigarette Case

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A fine and rare Edwardian silver and enamel Cigarette Case of curved rounded rectangular form with

Category

20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

'Pneu Pirelli' Cigarette Case 1934

'Pneu Pirelli' Cigarette Case 1934

By James Dixon & Sons

Located in London, GB

‘Pneu Pirelli’ a stylish engine-turned cigarette case in Sterling silver by James Dixon and Sons

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Early 20th Century Silver and Guilloche Enamel 'Violets' Cigarette Case, 1915
Early 20th Century Silver and Guilloche Enamel 'Violets' Cigarette Case, 1915

Early 20th Century Silver and Guilloche Enamel 'Violets' Cigarette Case, 1915

By Charles S. Green & Co.

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

An early 20th silver cigarette case of curved rectangular form, the lid with inset guilloche enamel

Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Mid-20th Century Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case 'Pink Lillies' 1958
Mid-20th Century Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case 'Pink Lillies' 1958

Mid-20th Century Silver & Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case 'Pink Lillies' 1958

By Henry Clifford Davis

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A good quality mid-20th century silver and guilloche enamel cigarette case of rectangular form

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Vintage Cigarette Case
Vintage Cigarette Case

Vintage Cigarette Case

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage cigarette case depicting nude figure.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Sterling Silver

Very Rare 'Pneus Jenatzy' Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case ca. 1903

Very Rare 'Pneus Jenatzy' Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case ca. 1903

By Georges Gaudy

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and exceptionally rare enamel cigarette case, circa 1903, with an enamel scene painted

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

‘Tank’ smoker’s companion by Carrington & Co. England.
‘Tank’ smoker’s companion by Carrington & Co. England.

‘Tank’ smoker’s companion by Carrington & Co. England.

Located in London, GB

A magnificent and most likely unique Sterling silver cigarette box in the form of a Great War Mark

Category

Early 20th Century Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Very rare 'Racing Car' Art Deco Cigarette Case by E. Zwickl ca. 1928

Very rare 'Racing Car' Art Deco Cigarette Case by E. Zwickl ca. 1928

By F. Zwickl

Located in London, GB

A magnificent and extremely rare Sterling silver and enamel cigarette case depicting a stylized Art

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Buccellati Sterling Silver Figural Gourd Cigarette Lighter
Buccellati Sterling Silver Figural Gourd Cigarette Lighter

Buccellati Sterling Silver Figural Gourd Cigarette Lighter

By Buccellati

Located in Big Bend, WI

Buccellati sterling silver 3-D realistic Gourd cigarette lighter, 3 ½”H x 3 ½”.

Category

Italian More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

William Spratling Artichoke
William Spratling Artichoke

William Spratling Artichoke

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

A sterling silver holder for a cigarette lighter in the shape of an artichoke by the American

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Silver and Glass Cigar/Cigarette Ashtray
Cartier Silver and Glass Cigar/Cigarette Ashtray

Cartier Silver and Glass Cigar/Cigarette Ashtray

Located in London, GB

sterling silver ashtrays have become increasingly rare and it is of particular interest that this is by

Category

Vintage 1930s Ashtrays

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Spratling Sterling Dice Motif Cigarette Tray 1940
Rare Spratling Sterling Dice Motif Cigarette Tray 1940

Rare Spratling Sterling Dice Motif Cigarette Tray 1940

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is an exceedingly rare circa 1940-44 sterling silver flip lid ash tray by William

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Marvelous Asprey & Co Flask & Cigarette Box
Marvelous Asprey & Co Flask & Cigarette Box

Marvelous Asprey & Co Flask & Cigarette Box

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Marvelous Asprey & Co London, engine turned, sterling silver flask with cup and cigarette box

Category

English Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Glass Cigar Cigarette Humidor Smoking Set
Sterling Silver and Glass Cigar Cigarette Humidor Smoking Set

Sterling Silver and Glass Cigar Cigarette Humidor Smoking Set

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Sterling silver and glass smoking set. Comprising of two cigarette/cigar boxes with gilded interior

Category

Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case
Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case

Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Magnificent sterling silver and enamel cigarette case, with horse and two Russian Borzoi dogs.

JEAN FOUQUET. A Lacquer And Silver Cigarette Case.

JEAN FOUQUET. A Lacquer And Silver Cigarette Case.

By Jean Fouquet

Located in London, GB

Of Modernist design, the silver case applied to the front and back with an abstract black lacquer

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Very Rare Shiebler Sterling Military Backpack Cigarette Case and Match Safe
Very Rare Shiebler Sterling Military Backpack Cigarette Case and Match Safe

Very Rare Shiebler Sterling Military Backpack Cigarette Case and Match Safe

By Schiebler

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully designed cigarette case and match safe in sterling silver. Very cleverly designed

Category

Antique 19th Century American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Russian Silver Cigarette Case with Match Holder/Striker
Antique Russian Silver Cigarette Case with Match Holder/Striker

Antique Russian Silver Cigarette Case with Match Holder/Striker

Located in New York, NY

A silver reeded cigarette case, the front and side applied with various gold initials, the back

Category

20th Century Edwardian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Rare ’Mein Benz!’ Silver and Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case
Rare ’Mein Benz!’ Silver and Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case

Rare ’Mein Benz!’ Silver and Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case

By MERCEDES BENZ

Located in London, GB

A very rare German silver and guilloche enamel cigarette case depicting a stylishly dressed young

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Shagreen French Art Deco Cigarette or Card Case in Sterling & Lizard
Shagreen French Art Deco Cigarette or Card Case in Sterling & Lizard

Shagreen French Art Deco Cigarette or Card Case in Sterling & Lizard

Located in Oakland, CA

style! The materials used are sterling silver, Fine shagreen and lizard skin. Nothing could be more

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

'Personal' ashtray by Mappin & Webb, 1912
'Personal' ashtray by Mappin & Webb, 1912

'Personal' ashtray by Mappin & Webb, 1912

By Mappin & Webb

Located in London, GB

A very stylish Sterling silver mounted, heavy glass cigarette ashtray, in a diminutive, almost

Category

Early 20th Century British Ashtrays

Materials

Sterling Silver

Marine Signal Flag Enamel Cigarette Case
Marine Signal Flag Enamel Cigarette Case

Marine Signal Flag Enamel Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

A sterling silver large engine turned cigarette or card case featuring hand painted, vitreous

Category

Vintage 1960s English Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Spitfire Cigarette Case circa 1945
Spitfire Cigarette Case circa 1945

Spitfire Cigarette Case circa 1945

By Dingley Brothers

Located in London, GB

A very stylish, engine-turned cigarette case, dated 1945, with a large hand-painted panel applied

Category

Vintage 1940s British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Russian Niello Cigarette Case
Antique Russian Niello Cigarette Case

Antique Russian Niello Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

Niello cigarette case with a view of the Moscow Kremlin on the cover and a cartouche on the back

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver South America Case
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver South America Case

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver South America Case

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver hinged cigarette case. Signed by TIFFANY & CO. Shows a detailed map of South

Category

Vintage 1930s American Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Yachting Code of Signals Semaphore Cigarette Case

Yachting Code of Signals Semaphore Cigarette Case

Located in London, GB

A superb bespoke Art Deco sterling silver and enamel cigarette case, the top-hinged lid profusely

Category

Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Daimler cigarette case by E. Zwickel

Art Deco Daimler cigarette case by E. Zwickel

Located in London, GB

A magnificent Sterling silver and enamel cigarette case depicting a classic stylised Art Deco

Category

Early 20th Century Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

‘Rotating’ Art Deco Cigarette Box by Asprey & Co
‘Rotating’ Art Deco Cigarette Box by Asprey & Co

‘Rotating’ Art Deco Cigarette Box by Asprey & Co

By Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

A rare, sterling silver ‘swivelling’ cigarette box by Asprey & Co., with an engine-turned body and

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Alfred Dunhill Lighter & Cigarette Case in Original Box
Art Deco Alfred Dunhill Lighter & Cigarette Case in Original Box

Art Deco Alfred Dunhill Lighter & Cigarette Case in Original Box

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in New York, NY

Fabulous sterling silver and enamel Dunhill lighter and cigarette case from the 1930's in it's

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique 1883 Gorham Mixed Metal Case in Sterling Silver & Copper
Antique 1883 Gorham Mixed Metal Case in Sterling Silver & Copper

Antique 1883 Gorham Mixed Metal Case in Sterling Silver & Copper

Located in New York, NY

cigarette case by Gorham, of Providence, RI, the copper case with a flip lid and applied sterling silver

Category

20th Century American Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper

Spectacular  Antique Enamel and Sterling Case
Spectacular  Antique Enamel and Sterling Case

Spectacular Antique Enamel and Sterling Case

Located in New York, NY

Brilliant guilloche green and white enamel hinged cigarette case. Sterling silver. 3 1/8" x 3 1/4

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Asprey Art Deco Silver and Gold Cigar Box
Asprey Art Deco Silver and Gold Cigar Box

Asprey Art Deco Silver and Gold Cigar Box

By Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous Art Deco styled sterling silver and gold cigar / cigarette box by Asprey of London. The

Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Gold, Silver

Rare Dunhill 'Golf-Ball' Table Lighter
Rare Dunhill 'Golf-Ball' Table Lighter

Rare Dunhill 'Golf-Ball' Table Lighter

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in London, GB

An extraordinary and very rare Sterling silver 'Unique' table cigarette lighter, modelled as a golf

Category

Vintage 1970s British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cigarette Holder
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cigarette Holder

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cigarette Holder

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Cigarette Holder. This small box can also be used a card holder. The

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Harald Nielsen Cigarette Holder
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Harald Nielsen Cigarette Holder

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Harald Nielsen Cigarette Holder

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver cigarette holder designed by Harald Nielsen. Can also be used as a

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dunhill "Map of United States" Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
Dunhill "Map of United States" Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

Dunhill "Map of United States" Sterling Silver Cigarette Case

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Chicago, IL

Quite fun, Dunhill highlights the various bodies of water surrounding the United States.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Tobacco Accessories

Vintage R. Blackinton & Co Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Model 8857
Vintage R. Blackinton & Co Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Model 8857

Vintage R. Blackinton & Co Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Model 8857

Located in Van Nuys, CA

: 8857 Material: 0.925 sterling silver Weight: 110.3 grams Dimensions: 115 x 77 x 8 mm (closed) Hallmarks

Category

20th Century Unknown Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Continental Art Deco Sterling Silver and Champleve Enamel Cigarette Case
Continental Art Deco Sterling Silver and Champleve Enamel Cigarette Case

Continental Art Deco Sterling Silver and Champleve Enamel Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

Measures: 3 1/4'' high; 2 11/16'' wide. 3.25 ozs. Continental sterling silver cigarette case with

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Silver Enamel Cigarette Case
Art Deco Silver Enamel Cigarette Case

Art Deco Silver Enamel Cigarette Case

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Deco sterling silver cigarette case, USA. Manufactured in silverware company Napier, 1930

Category

Vintage 1930s American American Classical Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Sigvard Bernadotte Cigarette Holder / Box #712A
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Sigvard Bernadotte Cigarette Holder / Box #712A

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Sigvard Bernadotte Cigarette Holder / Box #712A

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver Sigvard Bernadotte cigarette holder / box #712A Measures: 13.5 x 8 x

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Art Deco Sterling Silver and Faux Tortoiseshell Table Box
English Art Deco Sterling Silver and Faux Tortoiseshell Table Box

English Art Deco Sterling Silver and Faux Tortoiseshell Table Box

Located in New York, NY

10.40 ozs. Gross Rectangular smooth sterling silver cigarette box with inset tortoiseshell top

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Card/Cigarette Holder/Box #226B from 1933-1944
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Card/Cigarette Holder/Box #226B from 1933-1944

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Card/Cigarette Holder/Box #226B from 1933-1944

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver card/ cigarette holder/box #226b from 1933-1944. Measures 6.7 cm x

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Cigarette Case with Jeweled Cabochon Clasp
Sterling Silver Art Deco Cigarette Case with Jeweled Cabochon Clasp

Sterling Silver Art Deco Cigarette Case with Jeweled Cabochon Clasp

By Elgin Silversmith Co. 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage sterling silver cigarette case with a jeweled cabochon clasp and gilt interior, dating to

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Art Deco Geometric Silver Cigarette Case, Austria
Art Deco Geometric Silver Cigarette Case, Austria

Art Deco Geometric Silver Cigarette Case, Austria

By Friedrich Bauml

Located in Winnetka, IL

A sophisticated, early Art Deco cigarette case with an interesting geometric design, attributed to

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Silver Engine Turned Cigarette Box, Birmingham, 1959, Harman Brothers
Silver Engine Turned Cigarette Box, Birmingham, 1959, Harman Brothers

Silver Engine Turned Cigarette Box, Birmingham, 1959, Harman Brothers

By Harman Bros., Ltd.

Located in London, GB

Silver Engine Turned Cigarette Box,Birmingham,1959,Harman Brothers This box is in unused condition

Category

Vintage 1950s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case Dated 1939 Mappin & Webb
Art Deco Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case Dated 1939 Mappin & Webb

Art Deco Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case Dated 1939 Mappin & Webb

By Mappin & Webb

Located in London, GB

Art Deco Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case Dated 1939,Mappin & Webb Good quality enamelled cigarette

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. American Art Deco Silver Gem Set Cigarette Case
Tiffany & Co. American Art Deco Silver Gem Set Cigarette Case

Tiffany & Co. American Art Deco Silver Gem Set Cigarette Case

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Firenze, IT

BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE Square form, cover with central vertical panel, applied detail set in 14-karat gold with three rubies. Dimensions: 7.5cm x 7.5cm x 1.7cm, w...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

George V Art Deco Silver & Sky Blue Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case, 1934
George V Art Deco Silver & Sky Blue Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case, 1934

George V Art Deco Silver & Sky Blue Guilloche Enamel Cigarette Case, 1934

By Deakin & Francis

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A good George V Art Deco silver and sky blue guilloche enamel cigarette case of shaped rectangular

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Fine Asprey & Co Cigarette Box with Striker London 1912
Fine Asprey & Co Cigarette Box with Striker London 1912

Fine Asprey & Co Cigarette Box with Striker London 1912

By Asprey International Limited

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

century sterling silver Asprey cigarette box. Fully hallmarked. Wooden interior. Match strike to

Category

20th Century British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling 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.