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Sterling Silver Tea Pot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling silver tea pot.
Category

Early 20th Century Argentine Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Pot
Sterling Silver Tea Pot
H 11.75 in W 8.75 in D 4.5 in
Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
By Richard Dimes Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
I’m delighted to offer you this sterling silver coffee/tea pot by Richard Dimes Silver of Boston
Category

Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
H 8 in W 8 in D 3 in
Sterling Silver Repousse Coffee Pot
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century - Beautiful Fatima sterling silver repousse coffee pot w/ amazing detail. Made by S
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Repousse Coffee Pot
Sterling Silver Repousse Coffee Pot
H 9.5 in W 5.5 in D 9 in
Martel by International Sterling Silver Tea Set 5pc '#5011'
By International Sterling
Located in Big Bend, WI
Martel by International Remarkable Martel by International sterling silver 5-piece tea set. This
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20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver Mustard Pot / Antique Sterling Sliver Seasoning Pot
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in BILBAO, ES
Silver mustard pot / Antique sterling sliver seasoning pot Antique sterling silver mustard / glass
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Antique 1610s British Romantic Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver coffee pot; an
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1850s Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
By Joseph & Albert Savory
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver coffee pot; an
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

1850s Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
1850s Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
H 8.08 in W 5.71 in D 3.67 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By William Evans
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an
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Antique 1860s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George II English sterling silver coffee pot; an
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Antique 1740s British George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Georgian English Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
By John Pollock
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver coffee pot made by
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Antique 1750s English George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tiffany Coffee/Tea Pot
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver coffee/tea pot made by the world renowned Tiffany and Company
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Vintage 1940s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Nayler Brothers Vintage Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By Nayler Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive large vintage George VI English sterling silver mustard pot; an
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Vintage 1940s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 1730s Newcastle Sterling Silver Chocolate Pot
By Isaac Cookson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, rare, fine and impressive antique Georgian Newcastle sterling silver chocolate pot
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Antique 1730s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Owl Mustard Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver owl mustard pot; an
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Antique 1870s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Side-Handled Chocolate Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian sterling silver side-handled chocolate pot; an
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Antique 18th Century George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Sterling Silver Chocolate / Coffee Pot
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-19th century English sterling silver chocolate / coffee tea pot with a very clean line design
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Newcastle Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George II Newcastle sterling silver coffee pot, an
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Antique 1740s English George II Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1844)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver and blue glass mustard pot
Category

Antique 1840s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1847)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an
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Antique 1840s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1841)
By Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot
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Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot (1884)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique Victorian sterling silver mustard pot has a cylindrical form. The large body of the mustard pot
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1855 Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By John Figg
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Mexican Pot Sterling Silver From 50 S
Located in Madrid, ES
Large Mexican Pot Sterling Silver Years 50 In Pot ELEGANT MARKED POT, MADE IN MEXICO IN THE 1950S
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Vintage 1950s Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Mexican Pot Sterling Silver From 50 S
Large Mexican Pot Sterling Silver From 50 S
H 11.82 in W 5.52 in D 7.88 in
Antique French Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Firenze, IT
sterling silver coffee pot,the main body and lid with guilloche engraved "grain de riz'" pattern. Centered
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Antique 1870s French Louis Philippe Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Tiffany & Co. Gilt Sterling Silver Chocolate Pot
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Norwood, NJ
Unusual and fine quality Vermeil Tiffany & Co. sterling silver chocolate pot with turned wood
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georges Fouquet Lapar Sterling Silver Tea Pot
By Georges Fouquet-Lapar
Located in Bronx, NY
This vintage rare French sterling silver tea pot is beautifully designed by Georges Fouquet-Lapar
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Coffee/Tea Pot with Animal Spout
Located in Vista, CA
Sterling Silver Coffee/Tea pot with Animal spout.
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Owl Mustard Pot (1872)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver owl mustard pot; an
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Antique 1870s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Heather Mexican Mexico Sterling Silver Tea Set 4pc with Tray #1795 Hollowware
By Heather Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Mexican sterling four-piece tea set with a rectangular tray. The tea set is marked
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Chocolate Pot
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver chocolate pot. It has a French look to it but is in
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Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Chocolate Pot
Sterling Chocolate Pot
H 10 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Charles Boyton II Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By Charles Boyton II
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Victorian sterling silver mustard pot has an oval shaped form on to a circular spreading foot, modelled in
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Elkington & Co Antique 1912 Sterling Silver Owl Mustard Pot
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George V English sterling silver owl mustard pot; an
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Vintage 1910s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

John Hunt & Robert Roskell Victorian Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver coffee pot
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Antique 1860s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Orchid by International Sterling Silver Tea Set of Six Pieces Hollowware #0881
By International Silver
Located in Big Bend, WI
Orchid by International Modernist Orchid by International sterling silver six pieces set. The five
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Vintage 1930s Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Victorian English Sterling Silver Mustard Pot, 1896
By Stokes & Ireland Ltd
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot; an addition to our
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Mario Buccellati Hammered Sterling Silver Bachelor Size Tea Pot
By Mario Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind sterling silver bachelor's tea pot by the prominent Italian maker Mario Buccellati
Category

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 19th Century French Sterling Silver Rococo Chocolate Pot
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant 19th century French hallmarked sterling silver chocolate pot with embossed decoration
Category

Antique 19th Century French Rococo Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Blossom Chocolate Pot in Hammered Sterling Silver
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Blossom chocolate pot in hammered sterling silver with a handle of ivory. Model 2A
Category

Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Regency Style Mustard Pot (1840)
By Joseph & Albert Savory
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver mustard pot has a compressed, rounded hexagonal form. The subtly incurved panelled body of
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Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Garrard & Co. Ltd Vintage 1965 English Sterling Silver Mustard Pot
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver mustard pot in the
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Vintage 1960s English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

A George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot London, 1805
By Samuel & George Whitford
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot London, 1805 Additional information: Date : Hallmarked in
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Antique 19th Century English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Arthur Stone Sterling Silver Arts & Crafts Hammered Coffee Pot
By Arthur Stone
Located in New York, NY
Arthur Stone, hand hammered sterling silver coffee pot in Arts & Crafts style with a dark wood
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Antique Victorian 1852 Sterling Silver Bachelor Coffee Pot
By John Samuel Hunt
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver bachelor coffee pot
Category

Antique 1850s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Demitasse Pot '#0153'
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany & Co. sterling demitasse pot with 3-D chrysanthemum finial and chrysanthemum feet. It's sted with
Category

20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

'Louis' Pattern Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1850
By William Hunter
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1850 by William Hunter, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver
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Antique 1850s English Baroque Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

George III Baluster Shaped Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, London 1765
By William & James Priest
Located in London, London
Silver Coffee Pot, has a plain body and lid, a wooden scroll handle, and acanthus detailing to the spout
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Antique 1760s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Bachelor's Tea Pot by William Moulson
By William Moulson
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian Sterling silver bachelor's tea pot Tea pot is tapering circular form, has
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Antique 1840s European Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Tea Pot #52907121 '#4131'
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany & Co. Fabulous Chrysanthemum by Tiffany sterling silver teapot marked #5960 7121, 3 pints
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Coffee/Tea Pot
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer you this sterling silver coffee/tea pot by Davis & Galt of Philadelphia
Category

Antique 1890s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Coffee/Tea Pot
Sterling Coffee/Tea Pot
H 11 in W 3 in D 3 in
Sterling Silver Tea Pot by William Plummer, London, circa 1797
Located in valatie, NY
Sterling silver tea pot by William Plummer, London, circa 1797. The oval shape has half reeded
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Colonial Fiddle by Tuttle Sterling Silver Tea Set 5 Piece '#6120' Vintage
By Tuttle Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Colonial fiddle by Tuttle. Wonderful Colonial Fiddle by Tuttle sterling silver 5-piece tea set
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ancient Italian Neoclassic Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, Milan, circa 1850
Located in Milano, IT
Embossed and engraved sterling silver coffee pot Tommaso Panizza (1805-1868) Milan, circa half of
Category

Antique 1840s Italian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ancient Neoclassic Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, Palermo, Sicily circa 1789
Located in Milano, IT
Ancient Neoclassic Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, Palermo, Sicily circa 1789 Embossed and engraved
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Antique 1780s Sicilian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Bel Chateau Ladle
By Lunt Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver (soup) ladle In the Bel Chateau pattern by Lunt Silversmiths. It
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Vintage 1980s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Bel Chateau Ladle
Sterling Bel Chateau Ladle
H 13 in W 3.5 in D 2 in
19th Century - Sterling Silver - Superb Coffee Pot - Hallmarked:- London 1889
Located in York, GB
Sterling silver, large sized, baluster shaped Coffee Pot Made in London in 1889, by Joseph
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Fine George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot London, 1796
By James Mince
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Fine George III Sterling Silver Coffee Pot London, 1796 Additional information: Date
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Antique 18th Century English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 1970s English Sterling Silver Coffee Pot By Reid & Sons LTD
By Reid & Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver coffee pot crafted by Reid
Category

20th Century English George I Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mustard Pot by Edward & John Barnard
By Edward & John Barnard
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mustard pot made by
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Pots '2' & Sugar Stamped B & R, Boston
By G. None
Located in Bronx, NY
These vintage decorative 19th century sterling silver antique tea pots & sugar bowl were
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Italian Neoclassic Sterling Silver Coffee Pot, Milan, Circa 1830
Located in Milano, IT
Embossed and engraved silver coffee pot Antonio Garavaglia Milan, Circa 1830 It measures 16.92
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Antique 1820s Italian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Pot For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sterling silver pot available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every sterling silver pot was constructed with great care. Find 380 options for an antique or vintage sterling silver pot now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sterling silver pot — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sterling silver pot is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Victorian and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Georg Jensen, Tiffany & Co. and Paul Storr each produced at least one beautiful sterling silver pot that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sterling Silver Pot?

A sterling silver pot can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,811, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $28,313.

Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Sterling Silver Pot
  • 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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28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Meet the Celebrated Hostess Whose Magical Tabletops Enhance Every Occasion

For Stephanie Booth Shafran, entertaining guests is about opening her heart as well as her home.

How to Identify Real Capodimonte Porcelain

Early examples by the Italian manufacturer can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.