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Early 20th Century Deco Green Enamel Sterling Silver Compact
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco sterling silver compact featuring a square green enamel center with an engine-turned frame
Category
Early 20th Century Wallets and Small Accessories
Rare Iconic Signature Halston Sterling Silver Compact Designed by Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Halston
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Elsa Peretti for Halston, this Iconic signature sterling silver compact measures 3
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1970s American Cosmetic Bags
Sterling Silver Compact or Necessaire
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautifully crafted Edwardian/Deco period Sterling Silver Lady's Compact or necessaire
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Evans Tri Color Gilt Sterling Silver Compact and Cigarette Case Set
By Evans Case Company
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Hard to find EVANS extra large tri-color woven sterling silver compact & cigarette case set. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Wallets and Small Accessories
Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact and Card Case
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautifully crafted Art Deco period Sterling Silver Lady's Compact or necessaire. This
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Case by
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine Cartier compact case in Art Deco style, circa 1930s. Sterling silver with gold gilt interior
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Vintage La Pierre Mfg Co Sterling Silver Compact Coin Purse #7197
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver coin purse by La Pierre Manufacturing Co.
Etched floral and flourish
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Austrian Art Deco Guilloche Enamel & Sterling Silver Compact / Pill Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco pill box or compact.
In gilt sterling silver.
In a hexagonal form with
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Case by Aage Hjalmer Steenberg, Denmark, 1934
By Aage Hjalmar Steenberg
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco era sterling silver enamel guilloche compact case by the famed Danish designer Aage
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
$2,070 Sale Price
40% Off
1920s Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact
By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver and enamel compact.
Category
20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact
By Henry Clifford Davis
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Elizabeth II sterling silver and enamel mirror compact has a circular form.
The subtly convex anterior
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Vintage 1960s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Birks Sterling Silver Ladies Compact with Enamel Portrait & Guilloche Decoration
By Henry Birks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver ladies compact was made for the Birks retailer in presumably France in circa
Category
Mid-20th Century French Renaissance Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
K. Uyeda Antique Japanese 950 Sterling Silver Mixed Metal Compact
By K. Uyeda
Located in Atlanta, GA
and plates were the main products, but gradually the number of silver tableware and items of an
Category
20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare circa 1900 Sterling Silver Diamond & Enamel Powder Compact with Lipstick
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this stunning circa 1900 French or Italian Sterling silver Diamond
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau 985 Sterling Silver & Blue Enamel Austrian or French Compact
Located in Atlanta, GA
Absolutely stunning decoration. In absolutely incredible condition with minor scratching to bottom! Detail is amazing.
Roughly 200 grams.
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
925 Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel and Cut Glass Compact Powder Jar, 1963
Located in Braintree, GB
Mid-20th Century 925 Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel and Cut Glass Compact Powder Jar.
The cover
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Vintage 1960s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Louis Kuppenheim Silver Kitten Vanity Compact with Rubies
By Louis Kuppenheim
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Antique Louis Kuppenheim Silver and Rubies Cat Vanity Compact
Magnificent antique German minaudière
Category
20th Century German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Asprey art Deco silver gilt compact case, 1939
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage silver gilt compact case
Made in England
Made by Asprey, London, 1939
Dimensions -
14.5
Category
Vintage 1930s British Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Vintage 900 Silver Floral and Stripe Etched Compact
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver compact.
Beautiful etched floral and leaf motif on one side, etched
Category
20th Century Decorative Boxes
Materials
Silver
Silver Cigarette Case and Powder Compact by Cartier, Circa 1950
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A fabulous combination fluted silver cigarette case and powder compact. Made in the workshops of
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Vintage 1950s French Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Gold Plate
Antique Italian 800 Silver Gold Vermeil Hand Painted Enamel Round Compact
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique Italian 800 silver with gold vermeil and hand painted enamel compact.
This round compact
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Powder Compact Birks
By Birks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Sterling Silver Powder Compact by Birks
In an excellent conditions hallmarked Birks
Birks
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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 1939 Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact
By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver and enamel compact with military
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Vintage 1930s English Mirrors
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Sterling Silver Mirror Compact
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver mirrored compact.
No monogram
Smooth polished finish with applied leaf and flower
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact 1952
Located in Firenze, IT
Elizabeth II English sterling silver and enamel mirror compact, an addition to our ornamental
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Vintage 1910s English Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Sterling Silver and Gold Powder Compact
Located in beverly hills, CA
This charming and beautifully detailed vintage sterling silver and gold powder compact features
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Mirror Sterling Silver 43.9 Grams
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Mirror Sterling Silver 43.9 Grams TIF789
The Rare Authentic
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1990s American Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
$312 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Rhinestone Mirror Powder Compact #16521
By Gucci
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver mirror powder compact by Gucci.
Beautiful textured design featuring red
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Rare Compact Mirror Sterling Silver 86 Grams
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Very Rare Ladies Compact Mirror Sterling Silver 86 Grams TIF753
Category
1990s Italian Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
$632 Sale Price
20% Off
Asprey Sterling Silver and Rose Gold Compact, circa 1960
By Asprey International Limited
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant compact poudrier by Asprey in sterling silver and rose gold. Exquisite craftsmanship
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Vintage 1960s British Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpel Art Deco Sterling Silver & Sapphires Compact
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montreal, QC
Van Cleef & Arpel Sterling Silver & Sapphires, Art Deco Of the Period Make up / Compact, In the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Thomae Co Sterling Silver Mirror Powder Compact with Initial #16522
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage sterling silver mirror powder compact by The Thomae Co with engraved initial.
Engraving
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Ladies 1.75 Inch Lipstick Compact
Located in New York, NY
compact is made from high-quality sterling silver, known for its durability and luxurious appeal. Its
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$189 Sale Price
58% Off
Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Combination Compact and Scent Bottle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional antique enamel and sterling silver gilt compact mirror and scent bottle has a circular rounded
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Vintage 1910s French Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Materials
Sterling Silver
Handbag powder compact enamel sterling silver black and red Salimbeni
By Cartier, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Handbag powder compact in 925/1000 sterling silver with black and red fired enamel. Spring button
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Machine Age David Sutton & Sons English Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine English Mid-Century ladies compact.
In sterling silver with a gold-topped lift tab.
By
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Vintage 1940s British Post-War Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold
Purse powder compact two-tone striped enamel Sterling Silver Salimbeni
By Giorgio Salimbeni, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Square, oval-section purse powder compact in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent
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Vintage 1970s Italian George IV Bottles
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate
handbag powder compact ienamel sterling silver gold and cabochon ruby Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Cartier
Located in Firenze, FI
Oval-section handbag powder compact in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Bottles
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
West Germany Sterling Silver Powder Compact with a Leaf Design circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
West Germany heavy sterling silver powder compact, featuring a textured and shiny hand engraved
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Mid-20th Century German Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare circa 1900 Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Powder Compact with Lipstick
Located in GB
Sterling silver Diamond & Enamel powder compact with lipstick
A very good looking and beautifully crafted
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$2,756 Sale Price
20% Off
French 1925 Art Deco Enameled Mechanical Compact Pendant Box In Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
A French guilloche enameled pill box.
Beautiful French enamelled mechanical compact, created Paris
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$1,278 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lucite Ice Bucket by Wilardy with Sterling Tongs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
. Compact sterling silver ice tongs with hallmarks. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Can be
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver, Chrome
Art Deco Black Starr and Gorham Sterling Silver and 14k Gold Compact
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful Art Deco compact by Black Starr and Gorham. It is Sterling Silver with a 14k Gold
Category
20th Century American Decorative Boxes
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Egyptian Revival Compact/Cigarette Case, Sterling Silver & Enamel, Art Deco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This rare -- perhaps unique -- enameled cigarette case or compact features a cartouche with a
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Materials
Silver
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Asprey Co Ltd. Sterling Silver Opulent Art Deco Compact c 1920s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in University City, MO
Asprey London Sterling silver opulent art deco vanity compact c 1920s
The elegant vintage compact
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Early 20th Century British Evening Bags and Minaudières
$775 Sale Price
39% Off
Art Deco Cartier 14K and Sterling compact case 1930s.
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, ON
Art Deco Cartier 14K and Sterling compact case 1930s. Sterling silver with 14K and synthetic
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
$2,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact
By Boucheron
Located in University City, MO
vanity compact slides into a custom made sterling case suspended from a Tiffany sterling silver wide
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver
$12,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Sterling Combination Coin Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Art Deco sterling combination coin compact card or cigarette Case, American, circa 1920 by Webster
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
$356 Sale Price
40% Off
CELESTE HOLM Tiffany & Co. Silver Envelope Compact Songwriter's Hall of Fame
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
We are thrilled to offer the Tiffany & Co. Silver Envelope Compact belonging to legendary Oscar
Category
20th Century Italian Retro Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Wordley, Allsopp & Bliss 1920’s Sterling, 14k Gold and Sapphire Compact
By Wordley, Allsopp and Bliss
Located in Palm Springs, CA
by various companies from Cartier to Black Starr and Gorham. It is comprised of Sterling silver, 14k
Category
Vintage 1920s American Decorative Boxes
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Silver-Tone Purple Guilloché Enamel Compact with Clock 20th Century
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
this Antique silver, gold plated Compact, showcasing purple guilloché enamel over a silver-tone metal
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$885 Sale Price
25% Off
Tiffany Co Vintage Art Deco Sterling Yellow Gold Ruby Compact Makeup 3 Inch Case
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from premium sterling silver with delicate 14 karat yellow gold accents, the compact exudes luxury
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,323 Sale Price
33% Off
Retro Compact Owned by Joan Fontaine
Located in New Orleans, LA
star Joan Fontaine. Crafted of sterling and gilded silver, this captivating compact is decorated with a
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Vintage Georg Jensen Compact 278AA by Sigvard Bernadotte
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Hellerup, DK
This is a sterling silver Georg Jensen compact, design #278AA by Sigvard Bernadotte from circa 1940
Category
20th Century Art Deco Mirrors
Materials
Sterling Silver
Retro Art Deco Silver 14 Karat Gold Rubies 2.4 Inch Compact Black Starr Gorham
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in New York, NY
Retro Art Deco Silver 14K Gold Ruby Compact by Black Starr Gorham - Vintage Elegance in Your Palm
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Vanity Items
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,015 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Art Deco 1921 Compact Mirror Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautifully preserved vintage compact dating to 1921, crafted in sterling silver with a silver
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
VERY FINE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN SHAGREEN LADiES POWDER COMPACT & LIPSTICK CASE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian circa 1880 ladies Shargeen & Silver powder compact with lipstick holder
A very good looking, well
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Antique 1880s European High Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver Compact For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sterling silver compact for your home. A sterling silver compact — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Find 51 options for an antique or vintage sterling silver compact now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sterling silver compact, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver compact, designed in the Art Deco, Victorian or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made sterling silver compact has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Asprey International Limited, Henry Clifford Davis and Georg Jensen are consistently popular.
How Much is a Sterling Silver Compact?
Prices for a sterling silver compact start at $95 and top out at $24,500 with the average selling for $935.
Questions About Sterling Silver Compact
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Opinions 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.
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most 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 ExpertMarch 13, 2024To 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.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling 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.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling 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.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling 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, 2022A 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 ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2022To 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024No, 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, 2023Generally, 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.
- Does sterling silver turn green?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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, 2022To 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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although 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, 2022Sterling 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.