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Nathaniel Mills Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1825
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Nathaniel Mills vinaigrette Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1825 for Nathaniel Mills
Category

Antique 1820s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Nathaniel Mills Sterling SIlver Snuff Box Birmingham 1843
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling silver snuff box Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1843 for Nathaniel Mills
Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Nathaniel Mills
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
A fine William IV silver gilt vinaigrette, of slender rounded rectangular form, engine-turned
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

A Fine Nathaniel Mills Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1832
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sterling silver Vinaigrette Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1832 for Nathaniel Mills
Category

Antique 1830s British William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Nathaniel Mills Sterling Silver Snuff Box Birmingham 1835 - Masonic Interest
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Nathaniel Mills sterling silver snuff box Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1835 for
Category

Antique 1830s British William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Card Case by Nathaniel Mills
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
Nathaniel Mills castle-top card case, depicting St Paul’s Cathedral London, in high relief. The
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Castle-Top Cigar Case, Nathaniel Mills 1839
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver cheroot/cigar case has a rectangular form, both
Category

Antique 1830s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique English Sterling Hand Pierced and Engraved Vinaigrette, Nathaniel Mills
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Charleston, SC
Finest antique English sterling hand pierced and engraved vinaigrette, hallmarked throughout
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Hand Pierced and Engraved Sterling Vinaigrette, Nathaniel Mills
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Charleston, SC
Fabulous and rare antique English hand pierced and engraved sterling vinaigrette Hallmarked
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Nathaniel Mills Silver Double-Sided "Castle-Top" Card Case
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Uckfield, Sussex
exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver card case has a rectangular form, both sides are chased with
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Nathaniel Mills Silver Double-Sided "Castle-Top" Card Case
Nathaniel Mills Silver Double-Sided "Castle-Top" Card Case
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H 3.26 in W 2.26 in D 0.31 in
Wm 1V Castle Top Silver Card Case, Abbotsford & Newstead Abbey, Nat Mills, 1836
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in London, GB
William 1V Castle Top Card Case,Abbotsford & Newstead Abbey,Nat Mills,1836 Fine two scene silver
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Antique 1830s English William IV Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Art Deco Sterling Silver Egyptian Revival Pepper Mill
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
itself is solid sterling silver. The works are made of steel; the finial is brass. Some minor dints (see
Category

Vintage 1920s American Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass, Steel

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Dolphin Salt Shaker & Pepper Mill Signed Missiaglia
By Missiaglia 1846
Located in New York, NY
jewelry objects, as well as a select number of bespoke sterling silver tabletop accessories. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Snuff Box Acanthus - Nathaniel Mills 1840
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this beautiful early Victorian snuff box with marks for Nathaniel Mills
Category

Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Seashell Salt Shaker & Pepper Mill Signed Missiaglia
By Missiaglia 1846
Located in New York, NY
jewelry objects, as well as a select number of bespoke sterling silver tabletop accessories. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Octopus Salt Shaker and Pepper Mill by Missiaglia
By Missiaglia 1846
Located in New York, NY
jewelry objects, as well as a select number of bespoke sterling silver tabletop accessories. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Artichoke Salt Shaker and Pepper Mill by Missiaglia
By Missiaglia 1846
Located in New York, NY
jewelry objects, as well as a select number of bespoke sterling silver tabletop accessories. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handwrought Sterling Silver Puffer Fish Salt Shaker and Pepper Mill, Missiaglia
By Missiaglia 1846
Located in New York, NY
jewelry objects, as well as a select number of bespoke sterling silver tabletop accessories. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Female College Graduation Honor Spoon Mechanics Silver Co
By Watson Silver
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique late 19th century sterling silver spoon with a handle in the shape of a female college
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1842
By Nathaniel Mills
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Nathaniel Mills sterling silver vinaigrette Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1842 for
Category

Antique 1830s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1842
Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1842
H 0.2 in W 1.5 in D 1.11 in
Antique Silver Cigar Cheroot Case - Nathaniel Mills 1853
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this fabulous Victorian solid silver cigar/cheroot case made by Nathaniel
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Cigar Cheroot Case - Nathaniel Mills 1853
Antique Silver Cigar Cheroot Case - Nathaniel Mills 1853
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H 4.93 in W 2.37 in D 0.71 in
19th Century French Sterling Hallmarked Pepper Mill by Jean Granvigne
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A French sterling silver Pepper Mill by Jean Granvigne, late 19th century. The mill depicting two
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Italian Set of Salt and Pepper Silver Grinder Mills
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of Salt and Pepper Grinder Mills from Italy Made in Sterling Silver and Lacquered Wood. The set
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Dutch Silver Pepper Mill by Vos & Co, Haarlem, 1915-1920
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver pepper mill by Vos & Co, Haarlem, 1915-1920 A silver pepper mill with scenes of
Category

20th Century European Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co., Sterling Silver pierced Condiment Dish
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., sterling silver pierced condiment dish in pattern number 13835 from 1898. They
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Coasters in Silver and Bakelite. After Carl Milles ”The wind game” 1937
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful pair of Coasters in Silver and Bakelite. After Carl Milles (1875-1955) ”The wind game
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1860s Sterling Silver Basket Centerpiece Bowl
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver basket / centerpiece bowl in pattern number 1721 from the late 1860s
Category

Antique 1860s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1941 Pickle/ Mint Dish Bowl
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver 1941 pickle/ mint dish bowl in pattern number 22974 from 1941 with
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Centerpiece Bowl Candelabra Mid-Century Modern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver wide-mouthed centerpiece bowl resting on four S-scrolled candelabra
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Large 1914 Centerpiece Bowl in Kings Pattern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Stunning sterling silver centerpiece bowl by Tiffany & Co. in Kings pattern from 1914. Designed
Category

Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1927 Child's Plate / Dish with Animal Motifs
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child's plate in pattern number 20960A from 1927, adorned with etched
Category

Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1890s Bowl in Art Nouveau Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver bowl in pattern number 9460 from the 1890s, in Art Nouveau style with
Category

Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shaker
Located in Sheffield, MA
Faneuil by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver salt shaker and pepper mill set. Simple elegance, Salt
Category

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Rare Child's Bowl & Porringer w/ Original Pouches
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver rare child bowl and porringer, depicting a patriotic children's
Category

Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bowl in Mid-Century Modern Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., sterling silver bowl in pattern number 24023 from the 1950s or 1960s in Mid-Century
Category

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

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1898 Sterling Silver Large Clover Centerpiece Bowl Art Nouveau
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver berry bowl in Art Nouveau style and in Clover pattern in pattern
Category

Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1908 Child Mug in Art Deco Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child mug in pattern number 17270 from 1908 in Art Deco style with an
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Child Bowl & Underplate with Boys Playing Sports
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child bowl and underplate, showcasing boys playing various sports
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cleopatra by Schulz and Fischer Sterling Silver Flatware Set 65 pcs California
Located in Big Bend, WI
Own a service of American silver history! Most of the American silversmiths were located on the
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Centerpiece Stand Compote Mid-Century Modern Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver centerpiece stand or compote in pattern 23665 from early 1950s and in
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1950 Bowl in Mid-Century Modern Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver bowl in pattern number 23617 from the early 1950s and in Mid-Century
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1909 Sterling Silver Mirrored Platter in Art Deco Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver table mirror in pattern number 17394 from 1909, in Art Deco style
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bowl in Mid-Century Modern Style #24023
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., sterling silver bowl in Mid-Century Modern style, in pattern number 24023 from the
Category

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

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Cigar Case Victorian Castle Top Kenilworth Castle 1844
Located in London, GB
service) We are delighted to offer this wonderful Victorian solid silver 'castle top' cigar/cheroot case
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1925 "Hampton" Centerpiece Bowl in Art Deco Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Large sterling silver centerpiece bowl in the Hampton pattern, made by Tiffany & Co. in 1925. The
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers Mid-Century Modern
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Tiffany & Co. sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, made in Denmark, and in Mid
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Bowl in Palmette Pattern & Mid-Century Modern Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., sterling silver bowl, standing on 4 legs showcasing the Palmette pattern, with a
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1879 Chrysanthemum Pattern Open Salt Art Nouveau
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver open salt in exquisite, slightly raised, Chrysanthemum pattern number
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Antique 1870s American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Heart-Shaped Dish in Mid-Century Modern Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver heart-shaped dish in pattern number 22898 from 1940 and in Mid
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1908 Child Mug the Mouse Ran Up the Clock
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child mug, gilt inside, in pattern number 17139 from 1908, showcasing
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver 79-Piece Flatware Set in Faneuil Pattern Art Deco
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co., sterling silver flatware set from the 1920's in Faneuil pattern and Art Deco style
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Norman Plain by Shreve Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 267 Pieces Dinner
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
the year 1915. Monumental Norman Plain by Shreve sterling silver Flatware set - 267 pieces. This
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Child Christening Mug in Mid-Century Modern Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child Christening mug in Mid-Century Modern style, with an elegant
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1910 Pierced Bread Dish in Art Deco Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver bread dish in Art Deco style and in pattern number 17780A from 1910
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Pair of Sterling Silver 1924 Art Deco Vegetables Dishes Hampton?
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., pair of sterling silver vegetables dishes in pattern number 20346 from 1924
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Pair of Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Modern Bowls in Bell Form from 1906
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Tiffany & Co sterling silver modern bowls in bell form and in simple classic style with
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Set of 3 Sterling Silver 1912 Art Deco Chargers/ Dinner Plates
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 Tiffany & Co. sterling silver chargers or dinner plates in pattern number 18250 from 1912
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1903 Condiment Dish / Bowl in Art Deco Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver condiment dish or bowl in early Art Deco style and in pattern number
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1907 Compote/ Serving Platter in Art Nouveau Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver footed platter or compote in exquisite Art Nouveau style with pierced
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Pie or Cake Server in Tomato Pattern Art Deco
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver pie or cake server in the Tomato pattern and in Art Deco style with
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Mill For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sterling silver mill you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A sterling silver mill — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Find 166 options for an antique or vintage sterling silver mill now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sterling silver mill, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A sterling silver mill made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sterling silver mill over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany & Co., Missiaglia 1846 and Matthew Boulton are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Mill?

Prices for a sterling silver mill start at $50 and top out at $45,879 with the average selling for $1,975.
Questions About Sterling Silver Mill
  • 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 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 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 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 13, 2024
    To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    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 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 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.

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