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Unusual Silver Filigree Spice Tower , Austria circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Spice tower has a square base with a filigree leaf designed stem branching upward and encompassed with a ball in center. Spice container is square shaped with a floral design in the ...
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1880s Austrian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Set of 3 Unusual Silver Overlay Art Deco Amber Glass Decanters w/Silver Stoppers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Unusual set of three yellow/amber glass decanters or bar bottles with silver overlay labels "Gin
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver

Unusual Art Deco Silver Plate Ice Bucket W/Ice Drain & Detachable Saucer
Located in Nantucket, MA
Unusual silver plate ice bucket of pail form with swing handle and incised vertical lines. There is
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Novelty Silver Golf Ball with Clubs, Matchstriker, 1924, G F Westwood & Sons
Located in London, GB
Novelty silver golf ball with clubs, Matchstriker, 1924, G F Westwood & Sons Very unusual silver
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1920s English Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Silver Overlay Glass Ashtray w/ Sailfish, Unusual Large Size, 8"
By Rockwell Silver Company
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early twentieth century glass cigar ashtray of unusual large size (almost 8" diameter), with silver
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Unusual Victorian All Sterling Silver Gilt Dresser or Trinkets Jar
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Victorian, beautiful, all sterling silver gilt dresser jar, Dominick and Haff, New York
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1890s American Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Cigar Box '1896'
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver cigar box
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1890s English Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Silvered Standard Lamp
Located in Cheshire, GB
Very unusual silvered standard lamp the central circular column having rise and fall three-light
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Early 20th Century British Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Metal

Antique Silvered Standard Lamp
Silvered Standard Lamp
H 66.5 in W 15 in D 15 in
Exotic Silver over Bronze Marble Top Gueridon
Located in Norwood, NJ
Exotic and unusual silver over bronze marble top center table, gueridon. Tripod form pedestal base
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1890s French Art Nouveau Unusual Antique Silver

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Carrara Marble, Silver Plate, Bronze

Antique Gothic Revival Silver Bangle Bracelet Perfume Bottle Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This highly unusual silver bangle has a miniature perfume bottle suspended from it. Bracelet and
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1880s Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver, Enamel

Omar Ramsden 1920s Antique Sterling Silver Coffee Jug
By Omar Ramsden
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with a tapering sterling silver lower socket and unusual silver bracket style support to the upper
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1920s British Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Unusual pair of silver gilt candlesticks circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An unusual pair of "Orientalist" candlesticks. formed as male and female figures each figure
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Late 19th Century European Other Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Unusual Edwardian Sterling Silver Wood-Backed Picture Frame
By Williams Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Edwardian, sterling silver, wood-backed picture frame, Birmingham, England, year
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1910s English Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique, Silver Hip Flask, Birmingham 1906, Unusual Shape.
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Very Small Silver Hip Flask By Edward Foligne Braham. A beautiful and unusually small Edwardian
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver

Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
Unususual, Art Deco Period, sterling silver-mounted cocktail shaker, Birmingham, England, year
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1920s English Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian English Presentation Door Key Merthyr Constitutional Club 1894
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An extremely unusual Silver Gilt Presentation Door Key modelled for the Merthyr Constitutional Club
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Two Compartment Sterling Silver Footed Table Box with Hinged Lids
By International Silver
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Art Deco Period, sterling silver, two-compartment table box on bun feet and having two
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1920s American Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Delicate Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Lidded Liqueur Decanter
By Charles Boyton
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted glass, lidded liqueur jug, London, year hallmarked for
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1890s English Late Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Large Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Crackled Crystal Match Striker
By Hilliard & Thomason
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, large, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted, crackled crystal match striker (looks like
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1890s English Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Unusual Edwardian Sterling Large Silver Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
By Robert Jones
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, large, Edwardian, sterling silver mounted, threaded crystal match striker, Birmingham
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Set of 6 Unusual Napkin Rings
By Martin Hall & Co.
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian sterling silver set of 6 unusual napkin rings. Decorated and engraved with
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1880s European Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver

Quality antique Edwardian silver plated unusual shaped tea tray
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Edwardian silver plated unusual shaped tea tray having a quality antique Edwardian
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Quality antique Edwardian silver plated unusual shaped tea tray
Quality antique Edwardian silver plated unusual shaped tea tray
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H 1.97 in W 20.08 in D 13.39 in
Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Lidded 'with Lion Motif' Powder Jar
By Eastwood-Park Co.
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Art Nouveau, sterling silver-lidded, cut crystal powder jar, Eastwood-Park Co., Jew Jersey
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1910s American Art Nouveau Unusual Antique Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Unusual antique Victorian quality ornate silver plated oil lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian quality ornate silver plated oil lamp having a quality white glass shade
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Early 19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Unusual antique Victorian quality ornate silver plated oil lamp
Unusual antique Victorian quality ornate silver plated oil lamp
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H 27.56 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in
Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Silver Plated 6 Piece Tea Set
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual Antique Edwardian quality silver plated 6 piece tea set having a quality antique Edwardian
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Silver Plated Combination Cigar Cutter/Bud Vase by Derby, Connecticut circa 1885
Located in Incline Village, NV
This is a most unusual piece appealing to both those who collect cigar cutters, and collectors who
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1880s American Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver-Mounted Royal Doulton Pottery Match Striker
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted Royal Doulton pottery match striker, Birmingham, England
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1920s English Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Antique English Silver Plated Spoon Warmer c.1880, Sauce Boat Shaped
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusual Victorian novelty spoon warmer in the form of a sauce or gravy boat. The warmer
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1880s Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Unusual Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Picture Frame With Wood Back
By E. Mander & Son Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Period, sterling silver, wood-backed picture frame, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked
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1920s English Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Art Deco Optically Ribbed Glass & Silver Plate Champagne Bottle Decanter
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
with a silver plate neck and hinged stopper in the form of a champagne cork.
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver and Black Onyx-Mounted Hinged Crystal Inkwell
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, sterling silver and black onyx-mounted hinged crystal inkwell, American, circa 1920s-1930s
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1920s American Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Crystal, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Unusual antique Victorian glass and silver plated German claret jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian glass and silver plated claret jug having an unusual glass and silver
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19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Glass

1927 Meriden International Silver Cocktail Shaker Amber Ball Top Art Deco
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Oakland, CA
This 1927 Meriden International Silver Cocktail Shaker with an Amber Ball Top is a stunning example
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1920s North American Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

1804 Danish Heart Vanity Pill box Sterling Silver / 34 g
Located in SE
Old early 19th century Danish hinged vanity or pill box of unusual shape of Heart with crown on top
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Early 1800s Danish Arts and Crafts Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

An Unusual Victorian Bonbon
Located in Steyning, West sussex
An unusual richly cut Victorian bonbon comport.
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19th Century English Unusual Antique Silver

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Glass

An Unusual Victorian Bonbon
An Unusual Victorian Bonbon
H 9.65 in Dm 5.91 in
Antique Russian Onyx and Cloissoné Benetier 'Holy Water Font'
Located in New Orleans, LA
A lovely water font with an unusual silver and gold orthodox church center medallion.
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Late 19th Century European Unusual Antique Silver

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Onyx

Unusual quality antique Edwardian cranberry glass candle holder
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual quality antique Edwardian cranberry glass candle holder having a silver plated stand in the
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vase with Four Smaller Vases
By Watson Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For those that want the rare and unusual, listen up, this is for you! A vase in the center with
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1920s American Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual pair of quality antique Doulton Lambeth harvest jugs with silver rims
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual pair of quality antique Doulton Lambeth harvest jugs having a quality pair of Doulton
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Early 19th Century Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Ceramic

An 18th Century Louis XVI Pendule Clock by L'Epine, silvered case by Osmond
By Lepine
Located in HAARLEM, NL
This unusual silvered clock was a very popular model in the Louis XVI period. The model is typical
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18th Century French Louis XVI Unusual Antique Silver

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Bronze

Unusual antique Victorian quality oil lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian quality oil lamp having a quality white glass shade, with a brass double
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19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Brass

Unusual antique Victorian quality oil lamp
Unusual antique Victorian quality oil lamp
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H 26.78 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Unusual antique Edwardian shaped whisky decanter
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Edwardian shaped whisky decanter having a lovely shaped decanter with the original
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

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Glass

Unusual antique Edwardian shaped whisky decanter
Unusual antique Edwardian shaped whisky decanter
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H 9.06 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Unusual Emile Galle Enameled Glass Goblet
By Emile Gallé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An unusual Emile Galle enameled glass goblet Decorated with enamel decorations throughout
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Early 20th Century French Unusual Antique Silver

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Art Glass

Unusual Emile Galle Enameled Glass Goblet
Unusual Emile Galle Enameled Glass Goblet
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H 5.5 in W 3 in D 3 in
Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons, Animal Hooves
Located in Riverdale, NY
Set of 6 Unusual Figural Demitasse Spoons from the turn of the 20th Century with animal hoof
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Early 1900s German Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver

Unusual Antique Victorian bathroom set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian bathroom set comprising of a Victorian wash jug with a shaped gilded
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Ceramic

Unusual Antique Victorian bathroom set
Unusual Antique Victorian bathroom set
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H 12.6 in W 8.67 in D 9.45 in
Unusual Antique Victorian Staffordshire Figure
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian Staffordshire figure of a gentleman holding a musical instrument with his
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Early 19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Ceramic

Unusual Antique Victorian Staffordshire Figure
Unusual Antique Victorian Staffordshire Figure
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H 10.04 in W 5.12 in D 2.37 in
Unusual quality antique Staffordshire cottage
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual quality antique Staffordshire cottage having a lovely model of a cottage with vibrant green
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Early 19th Century Unusual Antique Silver

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Ceramic

Unusual quality antique Staffordshire cottage
Unusual quality antique Staffordshire cottage
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H 4.14 in W 3.94 in D 2.56 in
Large unusual antique tea pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large unusual antique tea pot with 'Mr & Mrs Darlington home sweet home 1915' inscribed on a brown
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Early 20th Century Unusual Antique Silver

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Ceramic

Large unusual antique tea pot
Large unusual antique tea pot
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H 12.21 in W 7.88 in D 12.21 in
Unusual Victorian Figural Carving Set, Deer
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Victorian Figural Carving Set with deer feet used as handles. Creepy cool utensils for
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1880s British Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Sterling Silver

Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug having an unusual twisted shaped handle to
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19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Glass

Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug
Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug
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H 7.88 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug having an unusual square shaped top and a
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19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Glass

Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug
Unusual antique Victorian quality cranberry glass jug
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H 7.88 in W 6.7 in D 7.88 in
Unusual Square Antique Edwardian Quality Claret Jug
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual square antique Edwardian quality claret jug having a quality antique claret jug with a
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Unusual Venetian ‘Pinecone’ Smoked Art Glass Vase
By Antonio Salviati
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very unusual and stylish Venetian attributed ‘pinecone’ art glass vase probably by Salviati and
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Late 19th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Unusual Antique Silver

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Blown Glass

Antique Ring Cariatides Cameos Chalcedony Corallium Rubrum Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This highly unusual silver Ring has been handcrafted in the 1880 's in the Renaissance Revival
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1880s Renaissance Revival Unusual Antique Silver

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Chalcedony, Silver

Outstanding quality unusual antique Victorian samovar
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality unusual antique Victorian samovar having a quality Victorian Staffordshire
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Pottery

Unusual shaped antique Japanese Imari plate
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual shaped antique Japanese Imari plate having an unusual shaped antique Japanese Imari charger
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Early 20th Century Unusual Antique Silver

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Ceramic

Unusual shaped antique Japanese Imari plate
Unusual shaped antique Japanese Imari plate
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H 2.76 in W 14.57 in D 13.39 in
Estate Unusual Canadian Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Pitcher, circa 1930
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Unusual Canadian Art Deco cocktail shaker pitcher, circa 1930.
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Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Unusual Antique Silver

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Silver Plate

Unusual large antique Victorian Staffordshire figure
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual large antique Victorian Staffordshire figure of a Highlander in traditional clothing with
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Early 19th Century Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Pottery

Unusual large antique Victorian Staffordshire figure
Unusual large antique Victorian Staffordshire figure
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H 15.36 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Brass Shaker
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual Antique Victorian quality brass shaker having an ornate reeded brass stem above a shaped
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19th Century English Victorian Unusual Antique Silver

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Brass

William B. Durgin Co. 1900 Edwardian Neo Classic Center Bowl 925 Sterling Silver
By William B. Durgin, Durgin Silver Company
Located in Miami, FL
neoclassical patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The vase stand in a rounded
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Late 19th Century North American Edwardian Unusual Antique Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Unusual Antique Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of unusual antique silver available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of unusual antique silver — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of unusual antique silver, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. F. & C. Osler, Tiffany & Co. and Gorham Manufacturing Company each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of unusual antique silver that is worth considering.

How Much is a Unusual Antique Silver?

Prices for a piece of unusual antique silver start at $121 and top out at $151,365 with the average selling for $1,399.
Questions About Unusual Antique Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.