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Hammered Silver Plate Basket
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in New York, NY
Small vintage hammered silver plate basket with a nursery theme depicting two children and two
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver

Used Hammered Silver Plate Basket
Hammered Silver Plate Basket
H 4.5 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in
Antique 1920s American Sterling Silver Plate
By S. Kirk & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique American sterling silver plate; an addition to
Category

1920s American Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Early 20th Silver Plated Tableware Covered Dish
By Meriden Silver Plate Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 20th century North American silver plated tableware covered serving dish with sides handle
Category

Early 20th Century North American Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Used Early 20th Silver Plated Tableware Covered Dish
Early 20th Silver Plated Tableware Covered Dish
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H 5.5 in W 8.5 in D 12 in
Silver Plate Plateau
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautiful French Rococo style silver plate plateau. Footed with a mirrored top. circa 1920s
Category

1920s French Rococo Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Used Silver Plate Plateau
Silver Plate Plateau
H 1.25 in W 20 in D 14 in
William Pitts & Joseph Preedy Antique Sterling Silver Plate
By William Pitts & Joseph Preedy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver plate; an addition
Category

1790s English George III Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Plate Flask with Silver Plate Removable Cup
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Silver Plate Flask. The top is a screw type closure and does not leak. The Bottom
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20th Century Art Deco Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Bottle Opener
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver plate bottle opener, great for the bar!
Category

20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Used Silver Plate Bottle Opener
Silver Plate Bottle Opener
H 5.5 in W 1.38 in D 0.25 in
Art Deco Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker, Marked Lancelott, Silver Plated
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco silver plate cobbler type shaker of stepped tapered form with incised lines on the body
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Nautilus Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Silver plated nautilus sculpture. Antique English silver plated spoon warmer in the shape of life
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Used Silver Plated Nautilus Sculpture
Silver Plated Nautilus Sculpture
H 5.5 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Silver Plated Serving Platter
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. late 19th century - early 20th century Silver plated serving platter.
Category

Early 20th Century Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Serving Platter
Silver Plated Serving Platter
H 20 in W 31 in D 1.25 in
Antique Silver Plated Pitcher
Located in Tampa, FL
What a wonderful silver plate pitcher circa 1880s. Made in India for the English market.
Category

1880s Indian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Pitcher
Antique Silver Plated Pitcher
H 11 in W 6 in D 4 in
English Silver Plate Tray
Located in Pomona, CA
A round shaped English silver plate tray, circa 1940s.
Category

1940s English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Tray
English Silver Plate Tray
H 1 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in
1862 Silver Plate Serving Tray
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1862 silver plate serving tray. Silver plate worn away in areas.
Category

1860s Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

1862 Silver Plate Serving Tray
1862 Silver Plate Serving Tray
H 3 in W 26.5 in D 17.5 in
Silver Plate Seahorse Condiment Knife
By Darren Ransdell Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver plate seahorse condiment knife - recently made by our office and freshly silver plated
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Seahorse Condiment Knife
Silver Plate Seahorse Condiment Knife
H 6.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in
Antique Silver Plate Ladle
By 1847 Rogers Bros.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique silver plate ladle that would make a great gift for anyone!
Category

Late 19th Century American Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plate Ladle
Antique Silver Plate Ladle
H 13.5 in W 4 in D 3 in
Silver Plate Meat Platter
Located in New Orleans, LA
This fine silver plate meat platter exhibits the finest Georgian-inspired design, with a gracefully
Category

19th Century English Georgian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Meat Platter
Silver Plate Meat Platter
H 2 in W 14.75 in D 20 in
Silver-plated bread basket
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated bread or fruit basket shaped like a shuttle with enhanced edges. Very good overall
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver-plated bread basket
Silver-plated bread basket
H 3.15 in W 11.42 in D 7.88 in
Silver Plated Water Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and Classic melon-form silver plated over copper water pitcher will make a great
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Silver Plated Water Pitcher
Silver Plated Water Pitcher
H 12.25 in W 5.75 in D 9 in
Silver Plated Covered Dish
Located in Miami, FL
Covered vegetable, meat or cheese dish. Classical LXVI style dishes. This special type of dish made to protect the food for getting not hot enough before serving. Very precious an...
Category

Late 20th Century French Louis XVI Used Silver Plate

Materials

Metal

Silver-plated bread basket
Located in PARIS, FR
Large silver-plated bread or fruit basket shaped like a shuttle with enhanced edges. Hallmarked on
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver-plated bread basket
Silver-plated bread basket
H 3.15 in W 13.39 in D 8.67 in
Silver Plate Nut Dish
By James W. Tufts
Located in New York, NY
Round silver plate nut dish with scalloped edge and small squirrel perched on side branch. James W
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19th Century American Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plate Nut Dish
Silver Plate Nut Dish
H 6 in W 10.75 in D 10 in
Silver Plated Copper Ewer
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large Middle Eastern silver plated copper ewer with matching serving plate. Tall with a long
Category

Mid-20th Century Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Silver Plated Copper Ewer
Silver Plated Copper Ewer
H 23 in Dm 13.5 in
Waldorf Astoria Hotel Silver Plated Silver Plated Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Silver plate over brass Art Deco style bowl with a decorative rim and handles from the 1931 NYC
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1930s American Art Deco Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Antique English Silver Plate Epergne
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English silver plate epergne.
Category

19th Century English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver plated sauce boat
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful silver plated sauce boat The only signature based on HdeP. Very good condition
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Early 20th Century Polish Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver plated sauce boat
Silver plated sauce boat
H 6.3 in W 9.26 in D 4.34 in
Vintage Hotel Silver Plated Teapot
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage silver plated tea pot, 5 in x 7 in at widest point, some scratches and dents, marked Grace
Category

Late 19th Century North American Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Manhattan Silver Plate Co Silver Plated Tea Serving Set, 4pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Manhattan silver plate co silver plated tea serving set - 4pc set. Item features (1) Tea
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Early 20th Century Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Tableware Serving Piece
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
English silver plate tableware/ barware serving piece with squirrel handle resting on a round base
Category

1930s English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Entrée Dish
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique silver plated entrée dish having a quality lift off top with twin handles above a silver
Category

Early 1900s European Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Entrée Dish
Antique Silver Plated Entrée Dish
H 2.96 in W 11.03 in D 8.08 in
Antique Gilded Age Signed E F Caldwell New York Silver Plated Dish or Plate
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
medallion with the bust of a woman and an electroplated silver plated finish. Signed with a wheel engraved
Category

Early 20th Century American Gilded Age Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Entrée Dish
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique silver plated entree dish having a quality lift off top with twin handles above a silver
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Entrée Dish
Antique Silver Plated Entrée Dish
H 2.76 in W 11.62 in D 8.67 in
English Silver-Plated Cake Knife
Located in New Orleans, LA
English Silver-Plated Cake Knife.
Category

20th Century English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Silver-Plated Cake Knife
English Silver-Plated Cake Knife
H 13 in W 1 in D 0.5 in
English Silver Plate Large Bowl
Located in Pomona, CA
An English large-Size silver plate bowl, circa 1950s.
Category

1950s English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Large Bowl
English Silver Plate Large Bowl
H 4.5 in W 13 in D 13 in
Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece or Epergne with Figural Children Playing
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large centerpiece or epergne was made by the well known Wilcox Silver Plate Company of the
Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Oval Silver Plate Gallery Tray
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Oval little footed silver plated gallery tray: a perfect serving tray, simply elegant.
Category

Mid-20th Century English Other Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Oval Silver Plate Gallery Tray
Oval Silver Plate Gallery Tray
H 2.37 in W 11.03 in D 15.75 in
Set of 15 Early 19th Century Danish Silver Plates by Franciscus Kozlowsky
By Franciscus Kozlowsky
Located in London, GB
Set of 15 early 19th century Danish silver plates by Franciscus Kozlowsky Danish, 1807 Height 2cm
Category

Early 19th Century Danish Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver

Silver Plated Candelabra by Mesa
Located in Torino, IT
A silver plated candelabra designed and produced in Italy by Mesa. Stamped on the bottom.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Candelabra by Mesa
Silver Plated Candelabra by Mesa
H 20.01 in Dm 12.49 in
A silver plated tray
Located in London, GB
This silver plated tray was crafted in England. Whilst the base of this try is plain, the boarders
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Late 19th Century British Georgian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

A silver plated tray
A silver plated tray
H 1.58 in W 24.53 in D 15.95 in
Silver Plated Liquid Measure, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver plated liquid measure, 19th century. 19th century silver plated liquid measure. h: 6,5cm, d
Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Wilcox SP Co. 4281 Silver Plated Seasoning Spice Shaker "E" Monogram
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Wilcox SP Co. 4281 Silver Plated Seasoning Spice Shaker with "E" Monogram. Circa Early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

20th Century Silver Plated Metal Bowl.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
20th Century silver plated metal bowl. Silver-plated metal bowl with vine decorations, 20th
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Silver Plate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Edwardian Quality Silver Plated Rectangle Entrée
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian quality silver plated rectangle entrée dish having a quality rectangle silver
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Edwardian Quality Silver Plated Rectangle Entrée
Edwardian Quality Silver Plated Rectangle Entrée
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H 3.55 in W 11.42 in D 8.27 in
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Entrée Dish
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian silver plated entrée dish having a silver plated entrée dish with a lift off lid
Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Entrée Dish
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Entrée Dish
H 5.52 in W 11.03 in D 8.67 in
Silver Plated Trivet by Christofle, 1980.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Silver plated trivet by Christofle, 1980. Silver plated trivet from the Maison Christofle in its
Category

20th Century French Modern Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Schneider Glass and Silver Plate Candlesticks
By Schneider Glass
Located in New York, NY
A pair of organic free-form blown glass and silver plated bobeche.
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1970s French Organic Modern Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

American Victorian Silver Plate Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian silver plate round scalloped shaped bowl with beaded top rim.  
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver

Silver Plated Egg Bowl / Ashtray
By Carl M. Cohr
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A silver plated bowl or ashtray with an unfinished interior. Designed by Carl Cohr and produced in
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Silver Plate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Silver Plated Egg Bowl / Ashtray
Silver Plated Egg Bowl / Ashtray
H 2 in W 3.5 in D 2.75 in
Antique Edwardian silver plated entree dish
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian silver plated entree dish having a quality antique Edwardian silver plated entree
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian silver plated entree dish
Antique Edwardian silver plated entree dish
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H 5.52 in W 10.83 in D 7.88 in
Antique Silver Plated Sugar Spoon
By Rogers & Bros.
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique silver plated sugar spoon has a leaf-like bowl and a handle embellished with Victorian
Category

Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Sugar Spoon
Antique Silver Plated Sugar Spoon
H 1 in W 6 in D 1.25 in
Lovely antique silver plated biscuit box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely antique silver plated biscuit box having a lovely antique silver plated biscuit box with a
Category

20th Century Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Lovely antique silver plated biscuit box
Lovely antique silver plated biscuit box
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H 9.85 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
English Silver-Plated Ice Bucket
Located in West Hollywood, CA
An etched, silver plated ice bucket sourced from England by Martyn Lawrence Bullard The Ram head
Category

19th Century English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Quality antique Edwardian silver plated cruet set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian silver plated cruet set having a quality silver plated stand with a shaped handle
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Quality antique Edwardian silver plated cruet set
Quality antique Edwardian silver plated cruet set
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H 7.88 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Quality antique Edwardian silver plated spirit kettle
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Edwardian silver plated spirit kettle having a quality silver plated kettle raised
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Quality antique Edwardian silver plated spirit kettle
Quality antique Edwardian silver plated spirit kettle
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H 10.63 in W 6.89 in D 9.06 in
Outstanding quality antique Victorian silver plated claret jug
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian silver plated claret jug having a quality antique Victorian
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plate Entree Dish
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Silver Plate Entree Dish
Category

Late 19th Century English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plate Entree Dish
Antique English Silver Plate Entree Dish
H 5.5 in W 12.5 in D 9.5 in
Vintage King’s Pattern Soup Ladle Shell Motif, Silver Plate, England
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful silver plated Soup Ladle in Kings Pattern, vintage England. Nice addition to every
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Used Silver Plate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

1980s Round Silver-Plated Metal Tray
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s round silver-plated metal tray.
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

1980s Round Silver-Plated Metal Tray
1980s Round Silver-Plated Metal Tray
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H 1.58 in Dm 10.44 in
Silver Plated Bottle Server, circa 1950
Located in High Point, NC
Silver-plated shaped bottle holder. Lovely form, circa 1950.
Category

1950s English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver Plated Bottle Server, circa 1950
Silver Plated Bottle Server, circa 1950
H 6.63 in W 11 in D 4.75 in
English Silver Plate Roll Top Dish
Located in Pomona, CA
An English silver plate roll-top dish, circa 1920s.
Category

Early 20th Century English Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Roll Top Dish
English Silver Plate Roll Top Dish
H 5 in W 8.5 in D 5.5 in
Vintage Silver Plate Skyscraper by The Sheffield Silver Co.
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco skyscraper style silver plate cocktail made by The Sheffield Silver Co. The tall sleek
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Used Silver Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

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Used Silver Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the used silver plate you’re looking for. A used silver plate — often made from metal, silver and silver plate — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer used silver plate, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right used silver plate, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Royal Copenhagen, Christofle and Fornasetti each produced at least one beautiful used silver plate that is worth considering.

How Much is a Used Silver Plate?

Prices for a used silver plate start at $1 and top out at $958,022 with the average selling for $975.
Questions About Used Silver Plate
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Copper plates are often preferred by chefs as the cookware of choice because copper is an excellent heat conductor. For dinnerware, the aesthetics are a bonus, with the copper of the plate giving off a rustic, earthy appeal. You can shop a selection of copper dinnerware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Acrylic paint is best on ceramic paints because, as long as it's coated with a protective glaze, will last forever. It's also dishwasher-safe.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter plates and dishware date back to ancient times, and were used by Egyptians and later the Romans. It was used all the way up to the 18th and 19th centuries, when new techniques for pottery and glass-making were discovered, making pewter less popular. Shop a collection of pewter 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
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 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
    Yes, it is safe to use silver teapots. Silver is stable in water and vice versa, which means it’s perfectly fine to use a silver teapot as it was intended. It is recommended that you clean the pot thoroughly before use since many silver teapots are antiques. You’ll find a variety of silver teapots from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 12, 2024
    How you read silver plate hallmarks depends on the origin of the piece. Makers in different countries utilize varying systems for hallmarking their silver plate pieces, and these systems have evolved over time. For example, some British makers indicated the highest quality of silver plate with an A1 hallmark and the second highest with an A. Since there is so much variation, the best way to interpret hallmarks on a particular piece is to consult trusted online resources, a certified appraiser or a knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of silver plate pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Silver-plated flatware does tarnish.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, silver-plated items will not have a hallmark or ‘925’ stamp. Silver-plated refers to when an item, usually brass, has been coated in a thin layer of silver. You can shop a collection of authentic silver-plated items from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Set the silver-plated item line glass bowl lined with aluminum foil. Mix boiling water with baking soda and pour over the item. After 5 to 10 minutes, remove the item, rinse under warm water, and dry.

  • 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.