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Pair of Victorian Carpet Balls on Stands with Sterling Silver Plaques
Pair of Victorian Carpet Balls on Stands with Sterling Silver Plaques

Pair of Victorian Carpet Balls on Stands with Sterling Silver Plaques

Located in Hopewell, NJ

a true collector’s item. Silverplate round plaques are signed and dated. RR

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Mounted Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Sterling Silver Plaque By Dunstan Pruden Of St Michael London 1972
Rare Sterling Silver Plaque By Dunstan Pruden Of St Michael London 1972

Rare Sterling Silver Plaque By Dunstan Pruden Of St Michael London 1972

Located in Norwich, GB

Rare sterling silver miniature wall plaque depicting St Michael. Hallmarked for Dunstan Pruden

Category

Vintage 1970s English Arts and Crafts Religious Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box

One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box

By Windsor & Newton

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist box Please note the

Category

20th Century English Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Sheffield silver bowl could be supplied with a bespoke ebonized black plinth with sterling silver plaque or

Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1948 Sterling Silver 'Tennis' Presentation Trophy
Vintage 1948 Sterling Silver 'Tennis' Presentation Trophy

Vintage 1948 Sterling Silver 'Tennis' Presentation Trophy

By Joseph Gloster

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

required this plinth could be fitted with a bespoke sterling silver presentation plaque suitable for a

Category

Vintage 1940s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl
Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl

Edwardian Arts & Crafts Style Sterling Silver Presentation Bowl

By T. Woolley 1

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

this plinth could be fitted with a bespoke sterling silver presentation plaque suitable for a personal

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Hector Aguilar Large Sterling Silver Armadillo Belt Buckle
Hector Aguilar Large Sterling Silver Armadillo Belt Buckle

Hector Aguilar Large Sterling Silver Armadillo Belt Buckle

By Hector Aguilar

Located in Darnestown, MD

. It measures 5 9/16" in width and 2 9/16" in height. It consists of five sterling silver plaques that

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Modernist More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Native American Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
Native American Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet

Native American Navajo Sterling Silver and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet

Located in Guaynabo, PR

sterling silver plaque. The “D” shaped one in the center bigger than the other ones and also has some

Category

20th Century American Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

SUBLIME ViSCOUNT DAVID LINLEY STERLING SILVER GENTLEMANS SHOOTING COMPENDIUM
SUBLIME ViSCOUNT DAVID LINLEY STERLING SILVER GENTLEMANS SHOOTING COMPENDIUM

SUBLIME ViSCOUNT DAVID LINLEY STERLING SILVER GENTLEMANS SHOOTING COMPENDIUM

By David Linley

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

easy transportation and bears a sterling silver engravable plaque on the lid for personalization. The

Category

20th Century English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Scottish Sterling Silver Dog Paperweight
Vintage Scottish Sterling Silver Dog Paperweight

Vintage Scottish Sterling Silver Dog Paperweight

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

is fitted to a square wood plinth, fitted with a hallmarked sterling silver plaque bearing the

Category

Vintage 1980s Scottish Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mother and Child Minting Plaque
Sterling Silver Mother and Child Minting Plaque

Sterling Silver Mother and Child Minting Plaque

By Sergio Dello Strologo

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very fine Italian "Mother & Child" sterling wall plaque minting art signed Ottaviany.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chaumet Paris Sterling Silver Taurus Zodiac Plaque Pendant Necklace
Chaumet Paris Sterling Silver Taurus Zodiac Plaque Pendant Necklace

Chaumet Paris Sterling Silver Taurus Zodiac Plaque Pendant Necklace

By Chaumet

Located in Greenwich, CT

. Rectangular plaque pendant is 1 1/2" in height by 7/8" in width. Sterling silver chain included at 26" in

Category

Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Henryk Winograd Armorial Plaque Of Swan Knight
Sterling Silver Henryk Winograd Armorial Plaque Of Swan Knight

Sterling Silver Henryk Winograd Armorial Plaque Of Swan Knight

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

A finely detailed sterling silver repousse plaque with knight, castle, coat of arms swan by Henryk

Category

20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver St Patrick's Cathedral Marriage Plaque 1874 Antique
Sterling Silver St Patrick's Cathedral Marriage Plaque 1874 Antique

Sterling Silver St Patrick's Cathedral Marriage Plaque 1874 Antique

Located in Newfoundland, PA

This silver plaque commemorates the marriage of James Smith Jr to Kate R. Nugent that took place at

Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Religious Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emaus Cuernavaca Modernist Mexican Taxco Sterling Silver & Wood Wall Plaque
Emaus Cuernavaca Modernist Mexican Taxco Sterling Silver & Wood Wall Plaque

Emaus Cuernavaca Modernist Mexican Taxco Sterling Silver & Wood Wall Plaque

By Emaus, Taxco

Located in San Diego, CA

Hand crafted Modernist sterling silver on mahogany wood wall plaque by Emaus Cuernavaca, circa 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Decorative Art

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edward I. Farmer Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder with Jadeite Plaque
Edward I. Farmer Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder with Jadeite Plaque

Edward I. Farmer Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder with Jadeite Plaque

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

A fine sterling silver and jadeite jade matchbox cover/holder, by Edward I. Farmer of New York. The

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

Sterling silver horse on plinth with plaque for presentation - London 1985
Sterling silver horse on plinth with plaque for presentation - London 1985

Sterling silver horse on plinth with plaque for presentation - London 1985

By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1985 by Wakely & Wheeler, this handsome, Sterling Silver model of a Horse

Category

Vintage 1980s English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emaus Talleres Monasticos Sterling, Brass and Wood Plaque
Emaus Talleres Monasticos Sterling, Brass and Wood Plaque

Emaus Talleres Monasticos Sterling, Brass and Wood Plaque

Located in Greensboro, NC

Hand tooled sterling silver and brass on mahogany, made in Mexico by Catholic monks of the

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

Emaus Talleres Monasticos Sterling, Brass and Wood Wall Plaque
Emaus Talleres Monasticos Sterling, Brass and Wood Wall Plaque

Emaus Talleres Monasticos Sterling, Brass and Wood Wall Plaque

Located in Greensboro, NC

Hand tooled sterling silver and brass on mahogany, made in Mexico by Catholic monks of the

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

Embossed Silver Plaque of Madonna del Lago, Brass Frame, Circa 1830
Embossed Silver Plaque of Madonna del Lago, Brass Frame, Circa 1830

Embossed Silver Plaque of Madonna del Lago, Brass Frame, Circa 1830

Located in Milano, IT

Embossed and engraved silver plaque La Madonna del lago (The Madonna of the Lake) Probably Milan

Category

Antique 1820s Italian Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

Gorham Athenic Cigar Box with Cecil Aldin Enameled Plaque and Silver Decoration
Gorham Athenic Cigar Box with Cecil Aldin Enameled Plaque and Silver Decoration

Gorham Athenic Cigar Box with Cecil Aldin Enameled Plaque and Silver Decoration

By Gorham

Located in Cincinnati, OH

a copper body and bears decorative sterling silver ornamentation. The box rests on four silver pad

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper, Enamel

Konstantino 18K and Sterling Silver Byzantine Orthodox Style Pendant Cross
Konstantino 18K and Sterling Silver Byzantine Orthodox Style Pendant Cross

Konstantino 18K and Sterling Silver Byzantine Orthodox Style Pendant Cross

By Konstantino

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine, signed Byzantine or Greek Orthodox pendant cross. By Konstantino. In sterling silver with

Category

Late 20th Century Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Very Fine Georgian Serving Tray in Old Sheffield Plate by Matthew Boulton
A Very Fine Georgian Serving Tray in Old Sheffield Plate by Matthew Boulton

A Very Fine Georgian Serving Tray in Old Sheffield Plate by Matthew Boulton

By Matthew Boulton

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

. The surface richly engraved with foliate & scrolled motifs, centred by a sterling silver 'let-in

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Carrington & Co Sterling Silver Soldier Trophy on Wood Base
Carrington & Co Sterling Silver Soldier Trophy on Wood Base

Carrington & Co Sterling Silver Soldier Trophy on Wood Base

By Carrington & Co

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English cast sterling silver presentation

Category

Vintage 1970s English Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Vintage Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Presentation Trophy / Centerpiece
Vintage Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Presentation Trophy / Centerpiece

Vintage Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Presentation Trophy / Centerpiece

By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

plinth retains the original three sterling silver rectangular plaques to one side; if required the plinth

Category

Vintage 1960s English Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

0.95 Carat Cubic Zirconia Celeste Art Deco Inspired Engagement Plaque Ring
0.95 Carat Cubic Zirconia Celeste Art Deco Inspired Engagement Plaque Ring

0.95 Carat Cubic Zirconia Celeste Art Deco Inspired Engagement Plaque Ring

By Lustre of London

Located in London, GB

perfectly. Composed of 0.95 carat cubic zirconia set into 925 sterling silver with a high gloss white

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

2.58Carat Cubic Zirconia Art Deco Inspired Designer Plaque Engagement Dress Ring
2.58Carat Cubic Zirconia Art Deco Inspired Designer Plaque Engagement Dress Ring

2.58Carat Cubic Zirconia Art Deco Inspired Designer Plaque Engagement Dress Ring

By Lustre of London

Located in London, GB

sterling silver with a high gloss white rhodium finish. Whether you're looking for a classic piece to add

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver

1.50 Carat Cubic Zirconia Designer Art Deco Oval Engagement Bridal Plaque Ring
1.50 Carat Cubic Zirconia Designer Art Deco Oval Engagement Bridal Plaque Ring

1.50 Carat Cubic Zirconia Designer Art Deco Oval Engagement Bridal Plaque Ring

By Lustre of London

Located in London, GB

925 sterling silver with a high gloss platinum finish. Whether you're looking for a classic piece to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Platinum, Sterling Silver, Silver

Rolls Royce Comissioned Silver Spirit of Ecstasy Book Ends
Rolls Royce Comissioned Silver Spirit of Ecstasy Book Ends

Rolls Royce Comissioned Silver Spirit of Ecstasy Book Ends

By Saunders & Shepherd

Located in Northampton, GB

Sterling Silver initial plaque hallmarked with matching marks and engraved P.P for the original owner who

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Marble, Sterling Silver

Antique English Coromandel & Silver Vanity Box by Hunt and Roskell
Antique English Coromandel & Silver Vanity Box by Hunt and Roskell

Antique English Coromandel & Silver Vanity Box by Hunt and Roskell

Located in Northampton, GB

turned sliver gilt Sterling Silver lids with vacant initial plaques to the centre of each jar. The Silver

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass

1927 Shargreen Cigarette Box Given to Jockey Bernard Brownie Carslake Shark Skin
1927 Shargreen Cigarette Box Given to Jockey Bernard Brownie Carslake Shark Skin

1927 Shargreen Cigarette Box Given to Jockey Bernard Brownie Carslake Shark Skin

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

sterling silver plaque on the top The plaque is inscribed as follows "To B.Carslake From R.Stutfield The

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Shagreen

Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain
Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain

Set of 3 - 1940's Mounted Wild Boar Tusk Trophies, Spain

Located in North Miami, FL

Vintage Wild Boar Tusk Trophies with Sterling Silver Mounting plaques - Set of 3, Spain 1942, 1945

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Thunderbird Leather Cuff
Thunderbird Leather Cuff

Thunderbird Leather Cuff

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Unique Leather cuff has a sterling silver Thunderbird plaque with a turquoise cabochon at it's

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Native American Cuff Bracelets

Edward Farmer Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder with Carved Jadeite Plaque
Edward Farmer Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder with Carved Jadeite Plaque

Edward Farmer Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder with Carved Jadeite Plaque

By Edward Farmer

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

Sterling Silver matchbox inset with carved Jadeite plaque by Edward Farmer of New York. Both the

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

Judaica Challa Shabbat Board
Judaica Challa Shabbat Board

Judaica Challa Shabbat Board

Located in Stamford, CT

Contemporary Judaica Challah Shabbat board sterling silver. Plaque under plastic covering. Mahogany

Category

20th Century American Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Versani Sterling Silver & Sting Ray Leather Link Bracelet with Safety Clasp
Versani Sterling Silver & Sting Ray Leather Link Bracelet with Safety Clasp

Versani Sterling Silver & Sting Ray Leather Link Bracelet with Safety Clasp

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Rugged sterling silver plaque bracelet featuring swatches of stingray leather. Total Length: 8.5

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Coffer with Lapis Lazuli Plaques by Ventrella, Rome, 20th Century
Silver Coffer with Lapis Lazuli Plaques by Ventrella, Rome, 20th Century

Silver Coffer with Lapis Lazuli Plaques by Ventrella, Rome, 20th Century

By Ventrella

Located in Rome, IT

A silver coffer with lapis lazuli plaques signed by Ventrella, Rome, 20th century.  

Category

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Large Art Nouveau Sterling & Enamel Pendant
Large Art Nouveau Sterling & Enamel Pendant

Large Art Nouveau Sterling & Enamel Pendant

Located in New York, NY

within a sterling silver plaque, with tendrils of silver flowers surrounding and overlapping the enamel

Category

Antique 1890s American More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Fendi Selleria Continental Wallet
Fendi Selleria Continental Wallet

Fendi Selleria Continental Wallet

By Fendi

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

: Leather Exterior, Woven Fabric Interior Hardware: Silver-tone Metal: Sterling Silver Plaque Includes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wallets

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Box with Portrait Plaque
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Box with Portrait Plaque

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Box with Portrait Plaque

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Pasadena, CA

Tiffany & Co. sterling silver box with hand painted porcelain portrait plaque, midcentury. Elegant

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Henryk Winograd, 1917-2008, Battle Scene Sterling Silver Relief Plaque
Henryk Winograd, 1917-2008, Battle Scene Sterling Silver Relief Plaque

Henryk Winograd, 1917-2008, Battle Scene Sterling Silver Relief Plaque

By Henryk Winograd

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Henryk Winograd, 1917-2008, sterling silver battle scene relief plaque. Marked "HW 99"; depicting

Category

Mid-20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Parvati Plaque on Iron Base
Silver Parvati Plaque on Iron Base

Silver Parvati Plaque on Iron Base

Located in New York, NY

Sterling Silver Repousse of Parvati, wife of Shiva, mounted on iron base. Used as personal shrine

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

'Virabhadra' Processional Plaque, Silver Repousse
'Virabhadra' Processional Plaque, Silver Repousse

'Virabhadra' Processional Plaque, Silver Repousse

Located in New York, NY

Sterling Silver Carved Shrine, Copper back and on custom iron base. Representing Vira Bhadra

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper, Iron

Antique French Silver Gold Brooch Enamel Plaque Garnet
Antique French Silver Gold Brooch Enamel Plaque Garnet

Antique French Silver Gold Brooch Enamel Plaque Garnet

Located in San Marcos, CA

plaque, kiln-fired enamel 'painting', and it's framed beautifully in a French silver mounting that has

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

Mid Century Chato Castillo Divorced Metals Jaguar Wall Plaque
Mid Century Chato Castillo Divorced Metals Jaguar Wall Plaque

Mid Century Chato Castillo Divorced Metals Jaguar Wall Plaque

By Chato Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional Chato Castillo wall plaque. This fabulous modernist made by Chato in the 1950's

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver, Copper

Art Deco Norman Bel Geddes for General Motors Machine Age Dealer Plaque
Art Deco Norman Bel Geddes for General Motors Machine Age Dealer Plaque

Art Deco Norman Bel Geddes for General Motors Machine Age Dealer Plaque

By Norman Bel Geddes

Located in Dallas, TX

there. In supreme high-relief, sterling plaques, mounted on original laminated pressed-board. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Australian Industrial Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Ear Clips, Anonymous, for Georg Jensen, Denmark, 1960s
Pair of Ear Clips, Anonymous, for Georg Jensen, Denmark, 1960s

Pair of Ear Clips, Anonymous, for Georg Jensen, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Sterling silver and gold mounted plaque. D: 1,9 cm/ 3/4''

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Golf Trophy by Edward Barnard & Sons in 1953
Sterling Silver Golf Trophy by Edward Barnard & Sons in 1953

Sterling Silver Golf Trophy by Edward Barnard & Sons in 1953

By Barnards

Located in London, London

stands on a tall wooden plinth with three sterling silver plaques on the column and a sterling silver

Category

Vintage 1950s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Model Aston Martin DB5
Silver Model Aston Martin DB5

Silver Model Aston Martin DB5

By Grant Macdonald

Located in London, GB

of approval. Fitted with its own sterling silver plaque, engraved with the edition number 10/100

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver ‘Golf’ Presentation Cup - Antique George V
Sterling Silver ‘Golf’ Presentation Cup - Antique George V

Sterling Silver ‘Golf’ Presentation Cup - Antique George V

By Wilmot Manufacturing Company

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

sterling silver plaque or band, suitable for a personal engraved inscription. This service would take

Category

Vintage 1920s English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Plaque For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sterling silver plaque available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every sterling silver plaque was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sterling silver plaque, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A sterling silver plaque made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. Gorham, Henryk Winograd and Karl Drerup each produced at least one beautiful sterling silver plaque that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Plaque?

Prices for a sterling silver plaque start at $182 and top out at $10,000 with the average selling for $1,075.
Questions About Sterling Silver Plaque
  • 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.