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Vintage Sterling Silver Compact Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold and Spinel Accents
Vintage Sterling Silver Compact Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold and Spinel Accents

Vintage Sterling Silver Compact Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold and Spinel Accents

Located in New York, NY

Vintage sterling silver compact with 18 karat yellow gold and red spinel accents. Measures 3.25

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Compact or Necessaire
Sterling Silver Compact or Necessaire

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

Stereo Compact Mirror
Stereo Compact Mirror

Stereo Compact Mirror

By Lunt Silver

Located in Brooklyn, NY

We are offering a brand new sterling silver compact mirror by Lunt Silversmiths. On side is

Category

2010s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Exquisite Guilloche Enamel Sterling Silver Compact Pendant . Austrian. 1910.
Exquisite Guilloche Enamel Sterling Silver Compact Pendant . Austrian. 1910.

Exquisite Guilloche Enamel Sterling Silver Compact Pendant . Austrian. 1910.

Located in University City, MO

yellow guilloche enamel. Incredibly intricate cut-out sterling flower basket. Vermeil silver flourishes

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Compact Purse
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Compact Purse

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Compact Purse

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Early 20th century Tiffany & Co. sterling silver compact purse. This piece has a mechanical pencil

Category

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Guilloche and Figural Enamel Compact
Antique Sterling Silver Guilloche and Figural Enamel Compact

Antique Sterling Silver Guilloche and Figural Enamel Compact

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver and enameled antique compact. Guilloche and figural enamel decoration Marked

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

1940s, Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact by Joseph Gloster Ltd
1940s, Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact by Joseph Gloster Ltd

1940s, Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact by Joseph Gloster Ltd

By Joseph Gloster

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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

Category

20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Engine Turned Silver Compact. English 1930's
Art Deco Engine Turned Silver Compact. English 1930's

Art Deco Engine Turned Silver Compact. English 1930's

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Very smart art deco silver compact Engine turned Clear hallmark. Birmingham 1938 Good condition.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Makeup Compact Dated 1929
Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Makeup Compact Dated 1929

Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Makeup Compact Dated 1929

Located in New York, NY

for eye shadow Continental rectangular sterling silver compact, with blue guilloche enamel lid, gilt

Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian Ruby Eyed Kitten Silver Purse/Compact
Antique Victorian Ruby Eyed Kitten Silver Purse/Compact

Antique Victorian Ruby Eyed Kitten Silver Purse/Compact

By Louis Kuppenheim

Located in Stamford, CT

Detail and amusing nuance will endear this sterling silver compact to the hearts of cat lovers

Category

Antique 1870s German Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Ruby, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Etched Daisy Mirror Compact
Sterling Silver Etched Daisy Mirror Compact

Sterling Silver Etched Daisy Mirror Compact

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver round compact. Beautiful etched daisy floral motif on both sides. Interior top lid

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

1920 Art Deco Austria Compact Enamel Sterling Silver
1920 Art Deco Austria Compact Enamel Sterling Silver

1920 Art Deco Austria Compact Enamel Sterling Silver

Located in Berkeley, CA

the top in sterling silver and the pale yellow enamel is a perfect compliment to the warm glow of the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder Compact
Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder Compact

Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder Compact

By Georg Jensen

Located in Atlanta, GA

early 1900's. This sterling silver powder compact is an elegant example of his work with a traditional

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Wallets and Small Accessories

Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Powder With Mirror Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Powder With Mirror Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Powder With Mirror Sterling Silver

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tiffany & Co Estate Compact Powder With Mirror Sterling Silver TIF593 This elegant Authentic

Category

1990s American Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate "1837" Compact Powder Mirror Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate "1837" Compact Powder Mirror Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate "1837" Compact Powder Mirror Sterling Silver

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate "1837" Compact Powder Mirror made in Spain out of Sterling Silver

Category

1990s American Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Signed Edwardian English Sterling Silver & Guilloche Enamel Compact
Antique Signed Edwardian English Sterling Silver & Guilloche Enamel Compact

Antique Signed Edwardian English Sterling Silver & Guilloche Enamel Compact

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine English silver & enamel makeup compact. By Crisford & Norris of Birmingham, England in 1919

Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Mirror Compact Vintage
Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Mirror Compact Vintage

Gucci Sterling Silver Sculptural Mirror Compact Vintage

By Gucci

Located in North Miami, FL

This unbelievable and fabulous signed vintage Italian Gucci sterling silver mirror compact is a

Category

1970s Italian Curiosities

Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Sterling Compact Case
Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Sterling Compact Case

Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Sterling Compact Case

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Sterling silver ladies compact case or pill box. Lid snaps tightly closed. Marked under lid

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Early 20th Century German Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Watson Sterling Silver 14k Gold Plated Square Mirror Compact with Monogram
Watson Sterling Silver 14k Gold Plated Square Mirror Compact with Monogram

Watson Sterling Silver 14k Gold Plated Square Mirror Compact with Monogram

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage sterling silver with 14K Gold Plate square mirror compact by Watson Co with monogram

Category

20th Century Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Machine Age Garrard & Co Gold Topped Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact
Machine Age Garrard & Co Gold Topped Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact

Machine Age Garrard & Co Gold Topped Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact

By Garrard & Co. Ltd.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine English Mid-Century ladies compact. In sterling silver with a gold-topped border and lift

Category

Vintage 1950s British Post-War Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Guilloche Enamel Hand-Painted Floral and Sterling Silver Powder Compact
Yellow Guilloche Enamel Hand-Painted Floral and Sterling Silver Powder Compact

Yellow Guilloche Enamel Hand-Painted Floral and Sterling Silver Powder Compact

Located in Philadelphia, PA

yellow Guilloche enamel over a sterling silver base. The lid's interior is mirrored, the base has an

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact
Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact

Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Vintage Retro 1940s Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 14K Gold Sapphire Compact 129.2 gram 2.5 inch

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modernist Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver and 14-Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Compact
Art Deco Sterling Silver and 14-Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Compact

Art Deco Sterling Silver and 14-Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Compact

By Black, Starr & Gorham

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This Art Deco sterling silver and 14-karat yellow gold ladies compact was made in England during

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Ruby Silver Gold Makeup Compact
Cartier Ruby Silver Gold Makeup Compact

Cartier Ruby Silver Gold Makeup Compact

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

from Cartier. The compact is made primarily of silver and is accented with 14K yellow gold set with

Category

20th Century French Vanity Items

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Enamel Stripes Powder Compact Mirror
Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Enamel Stripes Powder Compact Mirror

Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Enamel Stripes Powder Compact Mirror

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Rare vintage Gucci round compact mirrored powder compact in black color. gold metal accents. The

Category

20th Century Italian Tech Accessories and Cases

Art Deco Cartier 14K and Sterling compact case 1930s.
Art Deco Cartier 14K and Sterling compact case 1930s.

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

Japanese 950 Sterling Gold Accent Fan Mirror Compact with Box #14636
Japanese 950 Sterling Gold Accent Fan Mirror Compact with Box #14636

Japanese 950 Sterling Gold Accent Fan Mirror Compact with Box #14636

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage sterling silver with yellow gold accent fan mirror compact with box. Beautiful fan shape

Category

20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Gold and Sapphires Mid-Century Modern Compact
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Gold and Sapphires Mid-Century Modern Compact

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Gold and Sapphires Mid-Century Modern Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A good, modernist Tiffany & Co sterling, gold, and sapphire compact. Marked to the interior

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vanity Items

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Lipstick Case Neckace Jewelry
Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Lipstick Case Neckace Jewelry

Art Deco Sterling Enamelware Compact Lipstick Case Neckace Jewelry

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Sterling silver enamelware compact originally manufactured as a lipstick case meant to be hung on

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

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

Tiffany and Co Sterling Makeup Compact Yellow Gold and Square Emeralds

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Emerald, Silver, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Louis Kuppenheim 1928 for Dunhill Peacock Enameled Compact Box .935 Sterling
Louis Kuppenheim 1928 for Dunhill Peacock Enameled Compact Box .935 Sterling

Louis Kuppenheim 1928 for Dunhill Peacock Enameled Compact Box .935 Sterling

By Alfred Dunhill, Louis Kuppenheim

Located in Miami, FL

signed, "MADE IN AUSTRIA 08233 STERLING SILVER .935 ASC 935". For Alfred Dunhill. Louis Kuppenheim

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Gold and Ruby Mid-Century Modern Square Compact
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Gold and Ruby Mid-Century Modern Square Compact

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Gold and Ruby Mid-Century Modern Square Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A good, modernist Tiffany & Co sterling, gold, and ruby compact. Marked to the interior Tiffany

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vanity Items

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Cartier Silver-Tone Purple Guilloché Enamel Compact Watch 20th Century
Antique Cartier Silver-Tone Purple Guilloché Enamel Compact Watch 20th Century

Antique Cartier Silver-Tone Purple Guilloché Enamel Compact Watch 20th Century

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

world of early 20th-century elegance with this Antique Cartier Compact, showcasing purple guilloché

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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

0.5" H Crafted from premium sterling silver with delicate 14 karat yellow gold accents, the compact

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany and Co Silver Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Compact
Vintage Tiffany and Co Silver Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Compact

Vintage Tiffany and Co Silver Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold and Sapphire Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Tiffany & Co silver and gold compact Sterling Silver, 14 karat yellow gold, and square

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver Ruby Vintage 3 Inch Ribbon Compact
French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver Ruby Vintage 3 Inch Ribbon Compact

French Art Deco Ribbed Gold Silver Ruby Vintage 3 Inch Ribbon Compact

Located in New York, NY

particular compact features a ribbon design with 14k gold and sterling silver, and a rectangular shape. It

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

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

Retro Art Deco Silver 14 Karat Gold Rubies 2.4 Inch Compact Black Starr Gorham
Retro Art Deco Silver 14 Karat Gold Rubies 2.4 Inch Compact Black Starr Gorham

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

Art Deco Asprey Sterling Silver Box with Ruby and Onyx
Art Deco Asprey Sterling Silver Box with Ruby and Onyx

Art Deco Asprey Sterling Silver Box with Ruby and Onyx

By Asprey International Limited

Located in Astoria, NY

An Art Deco sterling silver box or compact with ruby and onyx clasp by Asprey. Good vintage

Category

Early 20th Century British Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Small Picture Frame Sterling Silver 39.48g
Tiffany & Co Estate Small Picture Frame Sterling Silver 39.48g

Tiffany & Co Estate Small Picture Frame Sterling Silver 39.48g

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Small Portable Picture Frame Sterling Silver 39.48g TIF760 The

Category

1990s American Frames

1920s Tiffany & Co. France Art Deco Enameled Sterling Silver Compact
1920s Tiffany & Co. France Art Deco Enameled Sterling Silver Compact

1920s Tiffany & Co. France Art Deco Enameled Sterling Silver Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

sterling silver, the cover set with a hand carved turquoise Buddha, when lifted rotates open to a beveled

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Modern and Compact Sterling Silver Box
Tiffany Modern and Compact Sterling Silver Box

Tiffany Modern and Compact Sterling Silver Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern sterling silver box. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Rectangular with

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Edwardian Sterling Silver Compact Purse with Wrist Chain
American Edwardian Sterling Silver Compact Purse with Wrist Chain

American Edwardian Sterling Silver Compact Purse with Wrist Chain

By Foster and Bailey

Located in New York, NY

Sterling silver lady’s compact purse. Made by Theodore W. Foster (formerly Foster & Bailey) in

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Sunrise Compact
Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Sunrise Compact

Tiffany Sterling Silver Art Deco Sunrise Compact

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco sterling silver compact. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, circa 1920. Square with hinged

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Modern Sterling Silver Mini Martini Shaker for a Compact Cocktail
American Modern Sterling Silver Mini Martini Shaker for a Compact Cocktail

American Modern Sterling Silver Mini Martini Shaker for a Compact Cocktail

By Poole Silver Co.

Located in New York, NY

Modern sterling silver mini martini Shaker. Made by Poole in Taunton, Mass. Tapering sides and dome

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Midcentury Modern Spare and Compact Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
Midcentury Modern Spare and Compact Sterling Silver Water Pitcher

Midcentury Modern Spare and Compact Sterling Silver Water Pitcher

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern sterling silver water pitcher. Oval body with cut-out oval mouth and small lip

Category

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

1920s Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset
1920s Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset

1920s Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset

By Cartier

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is a stunning, Cartier sterling silver compact with a red carnelian gem inset, circa 1920

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

CARTIER Sterling Silver Compact With 18K Gold Applique
CARTIER Sterling Silver Compact With 18K Gold Applique

CARTIER Sterling Silver Compact With 18K Gold Applique

By Cartier

Located in San Francisco, CA

Cartier compact in sterling silver with gold applique. Very heavy. Mirror on inside. Fully

Category

Vintage 1940s French Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Buccellati Sterling Silver Compact With Mirror Partial Gilt
Buccellati Sterling Silver Compact With Mirror Partial Gilt

Buccellati Sterling Silver Compact With Mirror Partial Gilt

By Buccellati

Located in Big Bend, WI

Buccellati sterling silver partial gilt compact/powder box with mirror inside. Has beautiful

Category

Italian Vanity Items

1930s Art Deco Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset
1930s Art Deco Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset

1930s Art Deco Cartier Sterling Silver Compact with Carnelian Gem Inset

By Cartier

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is a stunning, 1930s Art Deco, sterling silver Cartier compact with a red carnelian gem

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Carnelian, Silver, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder or Mirror Compact #226D from 1933-1944
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder or Mirror Compact #226D from 1933-1944

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Powder or Mirror Compact #226D from 1933-1944

By Georg Jensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Georg Jensen sterling silver powder or mirror compact #226D from 1933-1944. Measures 5.7cm x 6.2 cm

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver and Enamel Silver Compact, Italy, circa 1900
Silver and Enamel Silver Compact, Italy, circa 1900

Silver and Enamel Silver Compact, Italy, circa 1900

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire

Italian silver and enamel compact, circa 1900. Beautifully painted to the cover, with a portrait of

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Renaissance Revival Sterling Silver

Materials

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 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 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.