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Van Cleef & Arpel Art Deco Sterling Silver & Sapphires Compact
Van Cleef & Arpel Art Deco Sterling Silver & Sapphires Compact

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

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Deer and Foliage" Mirror Compact No. 313
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Deer and Foliage" Mirror Compact No. 313

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Deer and Foliage" Mirror Compact No. 313

By Georg Jensen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver "Deer and Foliage" Mirror Compact No. 313 Rare compact with

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish More Mirrors

Materials

Sterling Silver

Salimbeni Art Deco Sterling Silver Gold-Plate Enameled Powder Compact
Salimbeni Art Deco Sterling Silver Gold-Plate Enameled Powder Compact

Salimbeni Art Deco Sterling Silver Gold-Plate Enameled Powder Compact

By Salimbeni

Located in Cosenza, IT

1960's sterling silver and blue enamel powder compact designed by Salimbeni. Inside is a mirror to

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Ruby Silver Gold Compact
Tiffany & Co. Ruby Silver Gold Compact

Tiffany & Co. Ruby Silver Gold Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Striking oval sterling silver hinged compact made and signed by Tiffany & CO. 14k yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1940s American Vanity Items

Materials

Ruby, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Gold, Rubies Compact circa 1930
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Gold, Rubies Compact circa 1930

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Gold, Rubies Compact circa 1930

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bellmore, NY

and luxury home goods, this Art Deco compact is no exception. Marked Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 14K

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Gold Box
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Gold Box

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver and Gold Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver hinged compact box. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. 14K rose gold applique, set

Category

Vintage 1940s American Boxes and Cases

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver

Historical Mary Dunhill World War II American Red Cross Volunteer Compact
Historical Mary Dunhill World War II American Red Cross Volunteer Compact

Historical Mary Dunhill World War II American Red Cross Volunteer Compact

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

it goes. Constructed of 92.5% pure sterling silver, with individually soldered emblems for the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Modernist Sterling Perfume Bottle
Modernist Sterling Perfume Bottle

Modernist Sterling Perfume Bottle

Located in Richmond, VA

A compact sterling silver perfume bottle, stamped 925, with a fine textured front and softly

Category

20th Century Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Neoclassical French Enameled Hand-Painted Sterling Silver Compact
Antique Neoclassical French Enameled Hand-Painted Sterling Silver Compact

Antique Neoclassical French Enameled Hand-Painted Sterling Silver Compact

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French sterling silver compact features hand enameled neoclassical Tree of Life scene with

Category

Antique 19th Century French Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Glamorous Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact
Glamorous Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact

Glamorous Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous sterling silver scalloped design compact epitomizes all that is glamorous of the Art

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Decorative Objects

Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Case by Aage Hjalmer Steenberg, Denmark, 1934
Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Case by Aage Hjalmer Steenberg, Denmark, 1934

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

Vintage George VI Art Deco Style Sterling Silver and Ruby Compact
Vintage George VI Art Deco Style Sterling Silver and Ruby Compact

Vintage George VI Art Deco Style Sterling Silver and Ruby Compact

By Ramsden & Roed

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver and ruby compact in

Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1930s Emerald Diamond, Sterling Silver Mirror Compact by Asprey & Co Ltd.
1930s Emerald Diamond, Sterling Silver Mirror Compact by Asprey & Co Ltd.

1930s Emerald Diamond, Sterling Silver Mirror Compact by Asprey & Co Ltd.

By Asprey International Limited

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

of its type you could hope to acquire. This hallmarked sterling silver mirror compact has been

Category

Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact
Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact

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

Category

Vintage 1960s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Norwegian Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact
Antique Norwegian Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact

Antique Norwegian Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This exceptional antique Norwegian sterling silver gilt and enamel compact has a circular rounded

Category

Vintage 1930s Norwegian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact, George VI
Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact, George VI

Antique Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact, George VI

By Henry Clifford Davis

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver and enamel antique powder compact with mirror has a square form with cut corners. The

Category

Vintage 1930s British Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Folding Compact Mirror Vintage Italian
Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Folding Compact Mirror Vintage Italian

Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Folding Compact Mirror Vintage Italian

Located in North Miami, FL

This elegant and oh so chic sculptural hallmarked Gucci vintage sterling silver mirror is for your

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise Trinket Box Compact
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise Trinket Box Compact

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise Trinket Box Compact

By Henry Williamson Ltd

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive, unusual antique Edwardian English sterling silver compact/trinket box

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pink Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Art Deco Compact Case
Pink Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Art Deco Compact Case

Pink Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Art Deco Compact Case

By Deakin & Francis

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Pink sterling silver guilloche enamel Art Deco compact case This beautiful compact has an

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Sterling Silver

Antique Louis Kuppenheim Silver Cat Kitten Compact Mirror
Antique Louis Kuppenheim Silver Cat Kitten Compact Mirror

Antique Louis Kuppenheim Silver Cat Kitten Compact Mirror

By Louis Kuppenheim

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

A magnificent antique German solid silver Minaudière adorned with a silver cat engraved in deep

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rare Asprey & Co London 1938 Sterling Silver Diamond Gold Gilt Compact with Bag
Rare Asprey & Co London 1938 Sterling Silver Diamond Gold Gilt Compact with Bag

Rare Asprey & Co London 1938 Sterling Silver Diamond Gold Gilt Compact with Bag

By Asprey International Limited

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

1938 Art Deco Sterling Silver Gold Gilt Diamond Asprey & Co Compact in custom Silk Asprey bag There

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

1940s French Silver Mirror Compact by Cartier
1940s French Silver Mirror Compact by Cartier

1940s French Silver Mirror Compact by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage French, 1950 standard silver mirror compact made by

Category

Vintage 1940s French Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Charming Royal Air Force Sterling Silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel Compact Case
Charming Royal Air Force Sterling Silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel Compact Case

Charming Royal Air Force Sterling Silver and Blue Guilloche Enamel Compact Case

By John William Barrett

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Charming RAF sterling silver and blue guilloche enamel compact case An RAF Elizabeth II vintage

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Enamel

Antique Italian 800 Silver Gold Vermeil Hand Painted Enamel Compact
Antique Italian 800 Silver Gold Vermeil Hand Painted Enamel Compact

Antique Italian 800 Silver Gold Vermeil Hand Painted Enamel Compact

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique Italian 800 silver with gold vermeil and hand painted enamel compact. This round compact

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Continental Inlaid Gold & Sapphires Silver Cartier Style Compact
Art Deco Continental Inlaid Gold & Sapphires Silver Cartier Style Compact

Art Deco Continental Inlaid Gold & Sapphires Silver Cartier Style Compact

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Art Deco very fine quality Continental silver with gold inlaid compact with inset cut sapphire blue

Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Silver

Art Deco Italian Silver Malachite Enamel Cigarette, Vanity Case, Box
Art Deco Italian Silver Malachite Enamel Cigarette, Vanity Case, Box

Art Deco Italian Silver Malachite Enamel Cigarette, Vanity Case, Box

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Fabulous Art Deco Italian 800 sterling silver enameled faux malachite purse, compact, box, enamel

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

1932 Omar Ramsden Silver Mounted Shagreen Compact
1932 Omar Ramsden Silver Mounted Shagreen Compact

1932 Omar Ramsden Silver Mounted Shagreen Compact

Located in London, GB

The cover with borders of twisted ropework design, the hinged lid revealing a silver gilt interior

Category

Vintage 1930s More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Materials

Sterling Silver

Compact Engine-Turned Hip Flask
Compact Engine-Turned Hip Flask

Compact Engine-Turned Hip Flask

By Marson & Jones

Located in London, GB

Smart silver hip flask made during the Second World War. This classic silver flask, with its one

Category

Vintage 1940s English Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 950 Chased Mirror Compact
Sterling Silver 950 Chased Mirror Compact

Sterling Silver 950 Chased Mirror Compact

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver 950 compact. No monogram Beautiful etched scroll design on both sides. There is a

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dunhill Sterling Silver Oval Mirror Compact #16887
Dunhill Sterling Silver Oval Mirror Compact #16887

Dunhill Sterling Silver Oval Mirror Compact #16887

By Dunhill

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage sterling silver mirror powder compact by Dunhill. Beautiful and timeless smooth polished

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Round Mirror Compact
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Round Mirror Compact

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Round Mirror Compact

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver round mirror compact pendant by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful simple, classic and

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact - Vintage George VI
Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact - Vintage George VI

Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact - Vintage George VI

By Turner & Simpson Ltd

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver and enamel compact

Category

Vintage 1940s English Other More Mirrors

Materials

Enamel, Silver, Sterling Silver

1928 Antique Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact
1928 Antique Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact

1928 Antique Sterling Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact

By Adie Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver and enamel compact; an

Category

Vintage 1920s British Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hand Etched Sterling Silver Chatelaine Compact / Snuff Box
Hand Etched Sterling Silver Chatelaine Compact / Snuff Box

Hand Etched Sterling Silver Chatelaine Compact / Snuff Box

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique sterling silver chatelaine compact or snuff box. Beautiful hand etched design in a

Category

20th Century Unknown Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Japan Sterling Silver Two-Tone Damascene Powder Compact
Vintage Japan Sterling Silver Two-Tone Damascene Powder Compact

Vintage Japan Sterling Silver Two-Tone Damascene Powder Compact

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage Japanese sterling silver powder compact. Two tone etched damascene of Mt. Fuji in Japan

Category

20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Thomae Co Sterling Silver Mirror Powder Compact with Initial #16522
Thomae Co Sterling Silver Mirror Powder Compact with Initial #16522

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

Charming German Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Compact Case
Charming German Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Compact Case

Charming German Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Compact Case

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Charming German sterling silver Guilloche Enamel compact case This delightful piece is enamelled

Category

Early 20th Century German French Provincial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Pillbox
Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Pillbox

Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Pillbox

Located in Van Nuys, CA

silver enamelware in vibrant turquoise color. Compact pillbox with a mirror and is made to wear on a long

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver & Guilloché Enamel Compact
Art Deco Sterling Silver & Guilloché Enamel Compact

Art Deco Sterling Silver & Guilloché Enamel Compact

Located in Portland, England

Austrian Art Deco sterling silver and yellow guilloché enamel compact was made in Austria circa the

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Enamel

Austrian S.S. Orontes Cruise/ Troopship Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact
Austrian S.S. Orontes Cruise/ Troopship Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact

Austrian S.S. Orontes Cruise/ Troopship Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Austrian sterling silver and enamel compact with mirror

Category

Vintage 1940s Austrian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Compact Case, with a Garland of Flowers
Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Compact Case, with a Garland of Flowers

Sterling Silver Guilloche Enamel Compact Case, with a Garland of Flowers

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This beautiful Compact has a Primrose Ivory background and is decorated with a garland of flowers

Category

20th Century Austrian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

A BUCCELLATI Engraved Compact
A BUCCELLATI Engraved Compact

A BUCCELLATI Engraved Compact

By Mario Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

sterling silver. M. Buccellati, Italy.

Category

Italian Vanity Items

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Tiffany and Co Sterling Yellow Gold and Square Rubies Makeup Compact
Tiffany and Co Sterling Yellow Gold and Square Rubies Makeup Compact

Tiffany and Co Sterling Yellow Gold and Square Rubies Makeup Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Vintage rare Tiffany & Co Art Deco sterling silver makeup compact with 14k yellow gold adornment

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 800 Silver Marek Vonchovsky Mirrored Powder Compact with Monogram
Vintage 800 Silver Marek Vonchovsky Mirrored Powder Compact with Monogram

Vintage 800 Silver Marek Vonchovsky Mirrored Powder Compact with Monogram

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 800 silver make-up mirrored compact by Marek Vonchovsky of Czechoslovakia. No net or powder

Category

Early 20th Century Slovak Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Polish 800 Silver Vanity Compact, No Mirror, circa 1920-1962
Vintage Polish 800 Silver Vanity Compact, No Mirror, circa 1920-1962

Vintage Polish 800 Silver Vanity Compact, No Mirror, circa 1920-1962

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage polish 800 silver vanity compact. No mirror. Etched flower motif. Dated: 1920-1962

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver and Ruby Rectangular Ribbon Compact
French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver and Ruby Rectangular Ribbon Compact

French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver and Ruby Rectangular Ribbon Compact

Located in New York, NY

made of Sterling Silver Applied gold and ruby stylized ribbon decoration to the flat hinged cover

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Vintage Art Deco Sterling Yellow Gold Ruby Compact Makeup 3 Inch Case
Tiffany Co Vintage Art Deco Sterling Yellow Gold Ruby Compact Makeup 3 Inch Case

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

CARTIER Paris Black Lacquer & Diamond Compact Box
CARTIER Paris Black Lacquer & Diamond Compact Box

CARTIER Paris Black Lacquer & Diamond Compact Box

By Cartier

Located in Narberth, PA

of sterling silver and has a smooth black enamel surface. The face of the compact is adorned with a

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Aage Hjalmer Steenberg Sterling Silver Case, Denmark, 1934
Aage Hjalmer Steenberg Sterling Silver Case, Denmark, 1934

Aage Hjalmer Steenberg Sterling Silver Case, Denmark, 1934

By Aage Hjalmar Steenberg

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Sterling silver enamel guilloche compact by Danish designer Aage Hjalmer Steenberg. Makers Mark

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Round Mirror Comapct with Pouch #20981
Vintage Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Round Mirror Comapct with Pouch #20981

Vintage Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Round Mirror Comapct with Pouch #20981

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage sterling silver round mirror compact by Tiffany & Co, with pouch. No monogram or engraving

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Compact with Mirror & Seahorse Motif
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Compact with Mirror & Seahorse Motif

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Compact with Mirror & Seahorse Motif

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver compact with a seahorse motif adorning the top, from the early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Awesome Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Powder Box Case
Awesome Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Powder Box Case

Awesome Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Powder Box Case

Located in Montreal, QC

Art Deco Sterling Silver Compact Powder Box Case, front beautifully hand engraved with Floral

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items

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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Whether it's worth selling sterling silver depends on your personal preferences and the current market conditions. The price of sterling silver fluctuates over time, so it's a good idea to research the current rates before you sell. In some cases, sterling silver jewelry, tableware or decorative objects may be worth more than the market rate for sterling silver due to their age, maker and rarity. As a result, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer before you sell. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver pieces.