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Sterling Silver Weighted Pedestal Compote
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely Sterling Silver compote with a simple and sophisticated edging. The piece is a compliment
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Weighted Sterling Silver Convertible Three-Light Cadelabra
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Weighted Sterling Silver Convertible Three-Light Cadelabra. Base is 4" in diameter. 10" in
Category
Early 20th Century English George IV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Gorham Weighted Sterling Silver Footed Compote Candy Nut Dishes
By Gorham
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of weighted Gorham Sterling silver compotes, candy dishes.
Very good condition.
Category
Early 20th Century American British Colonial Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.75 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
Fisher Sterling Silver Empire Style Candelabras - a Pair
By Fisher Silver 1
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of 1930’s Empire style weighted sterling silver candelabra made by Fisher. A turned central
Category
Mid-20th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
NEWPORT - Pair of Sterling Silver Candelabra - Weighted - U.S.A. - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
NEWPORT - Vintage pair of sterling silver candelabra - pattern number 16218 - weighted - classic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 11 in W 11.5 in D 3.75 in
Mid-20th Century Pair of Weighted Sterling Convertible Three Light Candelabra
By Hamilton
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-20th Century Pair of Weighted, Sterling Convertible, Three Light Candelabra, Hamilton
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 14.875 in W 13.5 in D 4.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Pair of 19th century weighted sterling silver candle holders.
Category
Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Art Deco Silver Candelabras, 2-Arms - Spain, Barcelona, 1934 - 1940
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of Art Deco candelabras, 2 arms, sterling silver, weighted bases.
Stamps: "Star", 071B and
Category
Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 10.24 in W 8.67 in D 3.94 in
International Sterling Silver 925 Weighted Footed Compote Candy Dish Pair
By International Silver
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Edwardian International Sterling Silver .925 Weighted Footed Compote Pair (17.54 ozt
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Weighted Sterling Silver Fluted Candle Sticks/Holders
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-958 Pair fluted weighted sterling silver candle sticks
Marked sterling on bottom with makers name.
Category
Vintage 1920s Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bar Rectangular Weighted Paperweight
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
:
Marked to the silver for Tiffany & Co. / Maker's / Sterling Silver / Weighted.
Fineness:
Marked Sterling
Category
20th Century American Paperweights
Materials
Silver
Newport Sterling Silver and Glass Compote Centerpiece
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Versatile and elegant best describe this Mid-Century compote with weighted sterling silver base. We
Category
Mid-20th Century European Centerpieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Sheffield George III Sterling Silver Candlesticks, English, circa 1800
By John Green, Roberts, Mosley & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of George III sterling silver candlesticks with weighted bases made by I G & CO., John Green
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Of Weighted Sterling Silver Candlestick Buffet Lamps With Shades
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of weighted sterling silver footed candlesticks mounted as lamps with custom silk shades. The
Category
20th Century Rococo Table Lamps
Materials
Silver, Iron
1940s Maurice Duchin Sterling Silver Mini Pedestal Cake Plate
By Maurice Duchin
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Maurice Duchin Sterling Silver Weighted Small Pedestal Cake Plate
stamped
sterling weighted
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Candle Holders
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
detract from the true representation of these weighted sterling silver candlesticks.
Dimensions
Height
Category
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Candlesticks
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Walker & Hall Antique Sterling Silver Candle Holders
By Walker & Hall
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
these impressive sterling silver candlesticks have weighted bases and bear baize coverings to the
Category
Vintage 1920s British Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
A Pair of Empire Style Sterling Silver Three Arm Candelabras
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
A pair of Empire-style removable arms, weighted sterling silver three-arm candelabras by Gorham
Category
Vintage 1930s Empire Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Weighted Sterling Silver Compote, Marked
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century weighted sterling silver compote, marked.
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Set Sugar Bowl and Cream Jug Silver, Scandinavia, 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of a sugar bowl and cream jug silver, Sterling weighted.
There is a slight damage at the foot
Category
Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Early 20C Pair of Sterling Silver Columbia Weighted Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a LOVELY Early 20C Pair of Sterling Silver Columbia Weighted Candlesticks.
Matching
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Four Antique Sterling Silver Weighted Salt and Pepper Shakers by Duchin
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique set of 4 sterling silver weighted salt and pepper shakers by Duchin offers urn form with
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Preisner Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase
By Preisner Silver Company
Located in Ross, CA
Sterling silver weighted trumpet vase made by the Preisner Silver Company in the USA around the
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of c. 1920s Sterling Silver Candlesticks by International
By International Silver
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A pair of sterling silver weighted candlesticks by International, circa 1920s. Marked: Hand
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Compote
By Graff, Washbourne & Dunn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver compote (not weighted) with old-world detail and charm. It has
Category
Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Pair of weighted faceted shaped sterling silver candlesticks.
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Elizabeth ii Sterling Silver Candlesticks
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver candlesticks in the
Category
Vintage 1960s British George II Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Footed Fruit Bowl 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A sterling silver weighted fruit bowl with gadrooned rim, stamped as photographed, 20th century
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Gorham Sterling Silver Convertible Candelabra
By Gorham
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of weighted 3-light sterling silver candelabra in the Puritan pattern by Gorham silversmiths
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Francis I Old by Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Pair of Candelabra
By Reed & Barton
Located in Big Bend, WI
Reed & Barton
Superb Francis I Old by Reed & Barton weighted sterling silver pair of five light
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver-Mounted Lucite Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, sterling silver-mounted Lucite candlesticks, European, circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Irish Dublin 1889 Sterling Silver Trophy Champagne Cooler Rugby '#6099'
By George Alexander
Located in Big Bend, WI
Magnificent Irish made in Dublin in 1889 by G. Alexander, weighted base sterling silver rugby
Category
Antique 19th Century Northern Irish Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Edwardian Hawkes Sterling Silver Mounted Wheel and Cut Crystal Vase
By T. G. Hawkes & Co.
Located in New York, NY
diameter across sterling silver base. Weighted. Dark spots are reflections. Excellent antique condition.
Category
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Fisher Sterling Silver Candy Dish and Twelve Blown Glass Candies
Located in Ross, CA
Sterling silver weighted pedestal candy dish made by Fisher in the 1970's. The dish is filled with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Art Deco Platter with Bramble Motif, Mappin & Webb, 1938
By Mappin & Webb
Located in CA, CA
Sterling Silver centrepiece platter, offset by falling leaves opposite, this simple and decorative shallow
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.38 in W 12.6 in D 8.86 in
Pair of Duchin Sterling Candlesticks
By Maurice Duchin
Located in New York, NY
Pair of weighted sterling silver 3-light candlesticks.
Can be stacked to make a dramatic 6-light
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver Hunt Silver Co. Spun & Weighted Holloware Compote, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
Sterling silver spun and weighted holloware compote by Hunt Silver Company features simple form
Category
20th Century American Serving Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Sterling Silver Fluted Weighted Candlesticks
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
A great Pair of Sterling Silver Fluted Weighted Candlesticks signed Hamilton Sterling
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Midcentury Pair of Sterling Silver Weighted Candleholders
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of 1950s sterling silver weighted three-light candleholders; hallmarked.
Good
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Fish Serving Set
Located in Vista, CA
Fish serving set with sterling weighted handles and silver plate blade and tines, late 19th to
Category
Early 20th Century French Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Estate American Hallmarked Sterling Silver Small Weighted Candle Sticks
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Estate American hallmarked sterling silver small weighted candle sticks.
Category
20th Century American Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Candelabra/Centerpiece, George I Style Vintage George VI
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
weighted solid hallmarked sterling silver bases; this is a sign of quality in such pieces.
These
Category
Vintage 1950s English George I Centerpieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Sterling Silver Weighted Pillar Candlesticks by Lunt, circa 1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage pair of pillar candle sticks by Lunt over weighted sterling silver construction with
Category
20th Century American Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of International Sterling Silver Danish Modern Candelabra, circa 1940
By International Silver
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage pair of Danish modern sterling silver weighted candelabra features three lights, Nautilus
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 14.75 in W 12.25 in D 5.25 in
Antique Sterling Silver Five Light Candelabra, 1919
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
spreading bases.
The five light silver candelabra/candlesticks have weighted solid hallmarked sterling
Category
Vintage 1910s British Candelabras
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Pair of Sterling Silver Three-Light Candelabra
By Richard Hodd & Son
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
candelabra/candlesticks have weighted solid hallmarked sterling silver bases; this is a sign of quality in
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Candelabras
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair Estate American "Gorham" Sterling Silver Convertible Candelabra, Circa 1950
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Estate American Intricately traced Sterling Silver weighted convertible candelabra signed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 11 in W 11 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Sterling Silver Candelabra by Frank M. Whiting & Co
By Frank M. Whiting & Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant pair of Frank M. Whiting weighted sterling silver candelabra. The three (3) light tops can
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Revival Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Edwardian English Sterling Silver Candlesticks by Hawksworth, Eyre & Co.
By Hawksworth, Eyre & Co. Ltd.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
A pair of large sterling silver weighted candle holders from the Edwardian era and done in the
Category
Early 20th Century British George II Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 13.5 in W 6.5 in D 5.5 in
Pair of Antique Cut Glass & Sterling Silver Cornucopia Vases, circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
A pair of table vases offers cut glass in cornucopia form on sterling silver weighted based, circa
Category
Early 20th Century Vases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Federal Style Hawkes Etched Rose Glass and Sterling Candlesticks, circa 1930
By Steuben Hawkes
Located in Big Flats, NY
etched swag and foliate decoration and with sterling silver capitals and weighted bases, marked as
Category
20th Century American Federal Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Weighted Kirk & Sons Candle Stick Holders / Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.75 x 3.75 candle sticks/ These heavy sterling silver S.Kirk & Sons weighted candle holders are in
Category
Early 20th Century American Baroque Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian English Sterling Silver Candlesticks
By Child & Child
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, 1 Seville St, London, SW'.
These figural candlesticks in sterling silver have weighted bases and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of English Sterling Silver Candlesticks with Chased Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
1950 in an Edwardian style. The candlesticks are composed of sterling silver with weighted bases and
Category
Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 11.25 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Norwegian Sterling Silver and Turquoise Enamel Candlesticks
By Norsk Solwarreindustri
Located in New York, NY
is the sterling silver. Weighted. Dark spots on silver in photos are reflections. In excellent
Category
Vintage 1930s Norwegian Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pair of Crest Silver Co. Sterling Weighted Hurricane Lamps with Etched Shades
By Royal Crest Silver 1
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of crest silver co. hurricane table lamps feature stepped sterling weighted bases with cut
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Weighted Candlesticks, circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique pair of sterling silver weighted candlesticks, marked on bases as photographed, circa
Category
Early 20th Century American Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Dulin & Martin Weighted Sterling Silver Fluted Trumpet Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Dulin & Martin weighted sterling silver 9" Fluted Trumpet vase. item features engraved "E
Category
Mid-20th Century Regency Vases
Materials
Sterling Silver
2 Weighted Sterling Silver Convertible Three Light Candelabra Candlesticks
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Mid-20th century weighted sterling silver three light candelabras featuring a traditionally
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 14.75 in W 12.5 in D 3.75 in
English Georgian Sterling Silver Weighted Hallmarked Candlesticks, circa 1830
By Sheffield
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique English Georgian sterling silver plated candlesticks offer balustrade form on stepped and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Candlesticks
Materials
Silver Plate
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Sterling Weighted Silver For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of sterling weighted silver you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every item from our selection of sterling weighted silver was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of sterling weighted silver — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each object in our assortment of sterling weighted silver bearing Baroque, Georgian or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of sterling weighted silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gorham CO., Reed and Barton and Royal Crest Silver produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Sterling Weighted Silver?
Prices for a piece of sterling weighted silver can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $280 and can go as high as $2,995, while the average can fetch as much as $550.
Questions About Sterling Weighted Silver
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Whether weighted sterling is worth anything depends on a few things. Namely, the type of piece, its maker, age and condition will determine its value. In terms of the material itself, how much weighted silver is worth depends on how much sterling versus filler material it contains. Some pieces have very little real silver, while others are predominantly silver and have a higher scrap value. To get an estimate of the value of a piece of weighted silver, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of weighted silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Opinions 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.
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling 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.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling 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, 2023The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
- Does sterling silver turn green?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling 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.
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