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Repousse Sterling Silver Ice Shaker
By Sheffield
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Original sterling silver ice shaker in the style of regency
Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from
Category
20th Century British Regency Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Baroque Style Sterling Silver Ice Bucket by Ilario Pradella
Located in New York, NY
An Ilario Pradella repoussé sterling silver ice bucket, Milan, late 20th century (1960/69
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Baroque Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Ice Tongs by S. Kirk and Son
By S. Kirk & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, sterling silver ice tongs, S. Kirk and Son, Baltimore, Maryland, circa. 1900, Old
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marie Antoinette by Gorham Sterling Silver Ice Bowl Set, Hollowware & Barware
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Marie Antoinette by Gorham.
Marvelous Marie Antoinette by Gorham sterling silver ice bowl set
Category
Antique 1890s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Art Deco Sterling Silver Ice Bucket by Tiffany & Co.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage Sterling Silver ice bucket. Sealed and Numbered by Tiffany & Co.
Made in the USA.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Polar Bear by Gorham Sterling Silver Ice Spoon Not Pierced 3D Bear
By Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Polar near by Gorham
Superb circa 1870s art silver sterling silver ice spoon, not pierced, with
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Ice Bucket - London 1937
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1937 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Ice
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Glass and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket and Stand, Strombergshyttan, Sweden, 1970s
By Strombergshyttan
Located in Copenhagen, K
Glass and sterling silver ice bucket and stand by Strombergshyttan, Sweden, 1970s.
Transparent
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 6.3 in W 6.7 in D 5.52 in
Georg Jensen Cactus Sterling Silver Iced Tea Spoon 078
By Gundorph Albertus
Located in Hellerup, DK
A Georg Jensen sterling silver iced tea spoon in the Cactus pattern, designed by Gundorph Albertus
Category
20th Century Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare & Important Pair of 18th Century Georgian Sterling Silver Ice Cream Shovels
By Richard Crossley
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An extremely rare & important pair of 18th century George III sterling silver ice cream shovels
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1 in W 2.25 in D 8.75 in
Victorian Large Sterling Silver Ice Cream Slicer/Server, Wave Edge by Tiffany
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Large, sterling silver ice cream slicer/server. Tiffany and Co., New York, circa 1890s, Wave Edge
Category
Antique 1890s American Victorian Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.5 in W 12 in D 2.5 in
Stephen Webster Tequila Lore Vulture Sterling Silver Ice Pick
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
presented in a bespoke leather case.
Vulture Ice Pick - Sterling silver ice pick with vulture skull handle
Category
2010s British Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lebkuecher (for Cartier/ Tiffany?) Sterling Silver Ice Bucket in Art Deco Style
By Cartier, Lebkuecher & Co., Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Lebkuecher & Co., possibly made for Tiffany & Co. or Cartier, sterling silver ice bucket in Art
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Bernadotte Sterling Silver Ice Tongs 284
By Sigvard Bernadotte
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen ice tongs, item #284 in the Bernadotte pattern, design #9 by Sigvard
Category
20th Century Danish Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Continental Sterling Silver Iced Tea Spoon 078
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen iced tea spoon, item #078 in the Continental pattern, design #4 by
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Blossom Sterling Silver Iced Tea Spoon 078
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Sterling silver Georg Jensen iced tea spoon, item 078 in the Blossom/Magnolia pattern, design #84
Category
20th Century Art Nouveau Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Danish Glass and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket for Bar Set
By Dansk Guldsmede Håndværk 1
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful crystal ice bucket with a slight blue hue and sterling silver circular handles by Dansk
Category
20th Century Danish Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
19th Century Sterling Silver Armorial Ice Cream Forks, Gorham Medallion Set of 6
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of six weighty estate sterling silver ice cream forks, the ‘Medallion’ pattern from Gorham
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.5 in W 1.25 in D 5.5 in
Asprey London Sterling Silver Art Deco Style Ice Bucket & Lid in Original Box
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Ross, CA
Solid sterling silver ice bucket and lid, the bucket has two handles and incised geometric
Category
Early 2000s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Sterling Silver Barware Ice Bucket / Cooler By Walker & Hall
By John Edward Bingham (Walker and Hall)
Located in Tarry Town, NY
/ tableware collection with this English sterling silver ice bucket or wine cooler, an embodiment of refined
Category
Vintage 1940s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
H 8.5 in W 6.75 in D 6 in
Kay Bojesen Sterling Silver Grand Prix Grapefruit Spoon
By Kay Bojesen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Vintage Georg Jensen sterling silver iced tea spoon, item #078 in the Acorn Pattern, design #62 by
Category
20th Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Midcentury Baccarat Cut Crystal and Silver Ice Bucket, 1950s
By Baccarat
Located in Barcelona, ES
Baccarat Crystal and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket with single handle, France, 1950s
This ice bucket
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Barware
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Large Sterling Silver Wine Cooler / Ice Bucket
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Large sterling silver with gold wash interior / exterior design details and side handles wine
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Silver Rhythm by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 89 Pcs New
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
-century Modern design.
Unused silver rhythm by International sterling silver flatware set, 89 pieces. This
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in
Crown Princess by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service, 52 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Crown princess by International sterling silver flatware set, 52 pieces with unique pierced floral
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Eloquence by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 74 Pieces Dinner
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eloquence by Lunt sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 74 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Eighteen Ten 1810 International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 102 Pc Din
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
displays the lustrous quality of sterling silver to the fullest.
Monumental Dinner and Regular size
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Set of Sterling Silver Plated Regency Ice Shakers
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Set of 4 Regency Sheffield Sterling Silver Plated Ice Shakers
Sourced from London by Martyn
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
La Rochelle by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 137 pc Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental rare La Rochelle by International, circa 1909, sterling silver Flatware set - 137 Pieces
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 18 in W 18 in D 18 in
Southern Colonial, International Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set 94 Pcs
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
spoons, 6 3/8"
12 flat handle butter spreaders, 5 3/4"
12 iced tea spoons, 7 1/2"
one gravy ladle 6 1/2
Category
Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Orchid by International Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Service Set 120 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Orchid by International sterling silver flatware set - 120 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Richelieu by International Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set Service 45 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Richelieu by International sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 45 pieces. This set
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Fontaine by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set, Fitted Box, 125 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful monumental Fontaine by International sterling silver dinner size flatware set in fitted
Category
Vintage 1920s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Continental by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 104 pc
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
, contemporary look.
Continental by International Dinner and Luncheon Size Sterling Silver flatware set - 104
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Kenilworth by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 200 Pieces Huge
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Massive Kenilworth by International Sterling silver flatware set - 200 pieces including:
12
Category
Antique 1880s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Chesterfield by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 136 pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Chesterfield by Gorham, circa 1914, sterling silver Flatware set - 136 pieces. This set
Category
Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Dinner 51 pcs
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
forever.
Dinner Size Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver flatware set - 51 pieces. This set
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 24 Service 258 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
forever.
Monumental Wedgwood by International sterling silver Flatware set - 258 Pieces. This set
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Victorian by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 40 Pc Dinner
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
American Victorian by Lunt sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 40 pieces. This set includes
Category
Vintage 1940s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Courtship by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 61 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Courtship by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 61 pieces. This set includes:
8 KNIVES
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Orchid by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 68 pcs Dinner
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Orchid by International sterling silver flatware set, 68 pieces. This set includes:
8
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Wentworth by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 102 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Wentworth by Watson sterling silver flatware service, 102 pieces. This monumental Art
Category
Vintage 1910s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Queen's Lace by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 45 Pcs
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Queens Lace by international sterling silver flatware set, 45 Pieces. This set includes
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Sterling Silver Sheffield Ice Bucket with Handles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sheffield Sterling Silver-Plated English Ice Bucket
Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from London
Category
20th Century British Regency Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate
Memory Lane by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Dinner Service 84 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size "Memory Lane" by Lunt sterling silver flatware set, 84 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 107 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding Wedgwood by International sterling silver flatware set - 107 pieces. This set includes
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 91 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wedgwood by International sterling Silver flatware set, 91 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9
Category
Vintage 1920s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Prelude by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 145 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Huge and impressive prelude by International Sterling Silver flatware set - 145 pieces. This set
Category
Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Richelieu by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set of 12 Service 102 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
the popular acanthus leaf.
Stunning Richelieu by International sterling silver flatware set of 102
Category
Vintage 1930s Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
George II Rex by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 123 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
George II Rex Hand Chased by Watson sterling silver Flatware set, 123 pieces. This set includes
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Joan of Arc by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 64 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Inspired by the designs of the court of Louis XV, this sterling silver flatware pattern is as
Category
Vintage 1940s Louis XV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Champagne and Ice Bucket
By Vavassori
Located in VALENZA, IT
Sterling Silver Champagne and ice bucket with knurled finish. The sinuous rounded shape makes them
Category
Early 2000s Italian Other Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Charles II by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 174 Pieces Dinner
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Charles II by Lunt sterling silver flatware set dinner and luncheon size - 174 pieces
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Pendant of Fruit by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 89 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Pendant of Fruit by Lunt, c1939, sterling silver Flatware set with gorgeous high-relief
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Van Dyke by International Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set of 12, 157 Pieces
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceptional monumental dinner and luncheon "Van Dyke" by International, circa 1910 sterling silver
Category
Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
George II Rex by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 58 Pieces
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
George II rex hand chased by Watson sterling silver flatware set, 58 pieces. This set includes
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Mignonette by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service of 44 Pieces
By Lunt Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mignonette by Lunt sterling silver flatware set of 44 pieces. This pattern is very hard to find
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
George II Rex by Watson Sterling Silver Flatware Set 81 Pc Dinner & Lunch for 6
By Watson Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
GEORGE II REX HAND CHASED BY WATSON sterling silver Dinner & Luncheon Flatware service, 81 pieces
Category
Vintage 1930s Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
12 Modern Sterling '.800 Silver' & Multicolored Quartz Ice Tea Spoons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
12 modern sterling (.800 Silver) & multicolored quartz ice tea spoons. Each one fitted with a 1/2
Category
Late 20th Century European Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver Ice For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sterling silver ice for your home. Each sterling silver ice for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. If you’re shopping for a sterling silver ice, we have 526 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sterling silver ice — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sterling silver ice is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen and Gorham each produced at least one beautiful sterling silver ice that is worth considering.
How Much is a Sterling Silver Ice?
Prices for a sterling silver ice start at $69 and top out at $85,000 with the average selling for $377.
Finding the Right sterling-silver for You
Dining and entertaining changed drastically when we began to set our tables with sterling silver for holiday gatherings, wedding receptions, engagement parties and, in some of today’s homes, everyday meals.
Often called the “Queen of metals,” silver has been universally adored for thousands of years. It is easy to see why it has always been sought after: It is durable, strong and beautiful. (Louis XIV had tables made entirely of silver.) Sterling silver is an alloy that is made of 92.5 percent silver — the “925” stamp that identifies sterling-silver jewelry refers to this number. The other 7.5 percent in sterling silver is typically sourced from copper.
Neoclassical-style sterling-silver goods in Europe gained popularity in the late 18th century — a taste for sterling-silver tableware as well as tea sets had taken shape — while in the United States, beginning in the 19th century, preparing the dinner table with sterling-silver flatware had become somewhat of a standard practice. Indeed, owning lots of silver goods during the Victorian era was a big deal. Back then, displaying fine silver at home was a status symbol for middle-class American families. And this domestic silver craze meant great profitability for legendary silversmith manufacturers such as Reed & Barton, Gorham Manufacturing Company and the International Silver Company, which was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898, a major hub of silver manufacturing nicknamed “Silver City.”
Today, special occasions might call for ceremonial silver designed by Tiffany & Co. or the seductive sterling-silver cutlery from remarkable Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, but there really doesn’t have to be an event on the calendar to trot out your finest tableware.
Event- and wedding-planning company maestro Tara Guérard says that some “investment pieces,” such as this widely enamored alloy, should see everyday use, and we’re inclined to agree.
“Sterling-silver flatware is a must-have that you can use every single day, even to eat cereal,” she says. “Personally, I want a sterling-silver goblet set for 12 to 20; I would use them every time I had a dinner party. Ultimately, there are no criteria for buying vintage pieces: Buy what you love, and make it work.”
Whether you’re thinking “ceremonial” or “cereal,” browse a versatile collection of vintage, new and antique sterling-silver wares on 1stDibs today.
Questions About Sterling Silver Ice
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, 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, 2023Yes, 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 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.
- Is Gorham sterling real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, 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, 2021Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 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, 2021Sterling 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Tiffany & Co. uses sterling silver. According to their website, they were one of the first American companies to institute the .925 sterling silver standard in 1851. Sterling silver is a precious metal that may require cleaning to retain its beauty and character for generations. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Tiffany & Co. silver from top sellers around the world.
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