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Sheffield and Silverplate For Sale
Price: $1 to $2,500
Stunning antique Victorian silver plated biscuit barrel
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning antique Victorian silver plated biscuit barrel having a quality antique Victorian silver plated biscuit barrel with fantastic quality ornate detail with a lift up lid openin...
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Collection of 3 silver plate ornate trays
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Collection of 3 silver plate ornate trays circa 1950. 3 ornate trays, oval shaped, scalloped edged and all with carrying handles. Smallest is stamped g.A.B sweden on the reverse 1 ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique french Silver Plated ARGENTAL Cutlery Flatware set of 146 pieces 1920's
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Very extensive beautiful antique silver plated cutlery set of the brand 'Argental' This simple shape (border with cross band) makes i...
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1920s French French Provincial Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

1912 Cold Meat Serving Fork "Mary Chilton" by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware
Located in Van Nuys, CA
c. 1912 Mono "B" The design, known as "Mary Chilton," was first introduced in 1912. A monogram is present on the front of the handle. The marks include the Towle Silversmiths Hallmar...
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1910s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Very Elegant English Rechaud with two burners in silver-plated brass from 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Very Elegant English Rechaud with two burners in silver-plated brass and handles in bakelite from 1920s. Perfect for keeping food warm during the meal. Wear consistent with age and ...
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1920s English Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Brass

Pair of Antique Adam Style Silver Plated Tureens. English C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely pair of Adam style entree dishes on oval trays Almost unused condition. No rubbing to the silver plate. No makers mark. Just marked " Made in Sheffield, England "
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1920s English Adam Style Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Collection of 7 20th Century silver plate trays
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a collection of 7 silver plated trays dating from 1920 to 1950. 2 circular, 4 oval and 1 tray rectangular. Some minor plate loss and marks.. Please see individual pic...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Hermes Paris silver metal jug with leather handle, 20th Century
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Hermes Paris silver metal jug with leather handle, 20th Century Elegant jug with leather handle and a style that combines a lot with modern times due to the details, making this a u...
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20th Century French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

Caviar Holder in Plated Silver by E. Stefani
Located in Milano, IT
A truly extraordinary set of silver-plated caviar servers from the 1970s, bearing the emblem of E. Stefani, an iconic Italian company that has left its mark on the history of silversmithing. This set is a living testament to the skill and tradition of Italian craftsmanship. The caviar containers are elegantly crafted in the shape of seashells, and each of these six shells is equipped with spherical feet to ensure stability and elegance on the table. Alongside these marvels, you'll find an exceedingly small spoon, a detail that adds further refinement to this unique collection. It should be noted that over time, a thin layer of oxide may have formed on the surface of these pieces, an indelible mark of their past. However, this only enhances their charm, telling the story of each use and adding a touch of vintage authenticity. The set consists of six vintage caviar shells...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Walker & Hall 1906 Sheffield England Silverplate Salver Footed Tray Plateau
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is an elegant fine quality three footed Walker & Hall Sheffield salver with a lovely art nouveau raised floral and foliate decoration edging the ...
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Canteen x 6 Silver Plated Cutlery Set Unused 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning vintage 6 place setting A1 Sheffield England, silver plated cutlery set by the renowned Sheffield silversmith Viners dating from the second half of the 20th centur...
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Late 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Pierced Sheffield Silver Plated Mirrored Plateau
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unique antique Sheffield silver plated plateau - resting on four english regency inspired feet, pierced edge and mirrored top. Unmarked.
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19th Century British Regency Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

1930 Gio Ponti Calderoni Alpacca Argento Monofiore Vaso _ set di 4
Located in Brescia, IT
Gruppo di 4 Monofiore des. Gio Ponti Calderoni, Milano 1930s Alpacca argentato Marchio impresso sul fondo Eccellenti condizioni
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

20thC Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, Keith Murray For Mappin & Webb
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A superb 20th Century classic Art Deco silver plated cocktail shaker, dating back to the 1930's. Designed by Keith Murray for Mappin & Webb. This piece has six cocktail menus...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Cut Crystal and Silver Plated Biscuit Box c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
A hefty piece of crystal was used to make this fabulous box, deeply and beautifully cut on four sides with the ever-popular hobnail cut with clear cantered corners; the underside is ...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver Water Pitcher with Japanese Flower Etching
By Orf Silver
Located in Asheville, NC
This elegant example of Aesthetic Movement silver was manufactured by ORF Silver Company. This decorative motif clearly displays the influence of Japanese art on Victorian design. Th...
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19th Century American Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

Art Nouveau Wellner Chrome Fish Flatware Set, German, 12 Pieces for Six Persons
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful Art Nouveau flatware set of 6 knife and 6 forks. A total of 12 pieces, made by Wellner in a beautiful Art Nouveau design. Made of chrome plate metal, it will make a nice ...
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20th Century German Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

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Chrome

Danish Silver Plated Tea & Coffee Set by Hans Bunde for Cohr
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern streamlined silver plated tea and coffee set including sugar bowl, milk jug and water jug was designed by Hans Bunde for Cohr in 1960's, Danish. The set is ready t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Silver Plated Sheffield Tureen, 19th Century
By Ellis & Co. 1
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
English Silver Plated Sheffield Tureen, 19th Century English tureen covered in silver, reproduction of the Old Sheffield model, signed Ellis & Co, with representation of motifs of l...
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19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Silverplate Cocktail Shaker
Located in New Orleans, LA
Reminiscent of the elegant days of a well appointed bar. The shaker has a cap on the spout and firm fitting lid. "DC" monogram engraving.
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19th Century French Other Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

English Sheffield silver tureen, Le parole Je vis - 19th Century
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
English Sheffield silver tureen, Le parole Je vis - 19th Century English tureen covered in silver, reproduction of the Old Sheffield model, with representation of flower and harves...
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19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Mexican Los Castillo Style Parrot Handle & Silver Pitcher
Located in Stamford, CT
Mexican Los Castillo style parrot handle pitcher. Silver plate with lightly hammered finish and green stone parrot handle. Heavy and well made. No makers mark or brand stamp. Pitche...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Brass

1990s Post-Modern Silver Plated Italian Salt and Pepper Dispensers by Mesa
By Mesa
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The Salt and Pepper Dispensers by Mesa embody the eclectic and innovative spirit of Post-Modern design while incorporating luxurious materials and functional utility. Crafted in Ital...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Cruet Set, Circa 1880-1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Silver Plate and Cut Crystal Cruet Set, Circa 1880-1890.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Silver Plate Removable Tea Caddy in Ornate Framework
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful Tea Caddy designed to be removed from the ornate framework. A great piece for tea, tobacco, 420 or useful as at a work station or desk to hold various supplies, also in the bath to hold Q...
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20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silverplate Footed Covered Bowl with Stag Lid and Side Handles and Hoof Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Beautiful designed silver plate lidded Tureen. The Stag theme is carried throughout, in the handles, lid and also the unique use of feet with hooves. A wonderful centerpiece whi...
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20th Century Asian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Stewart Dawson Silver Plated Milk Creamer Jug
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Stamped Stewart Dawson smooth jug there are marks and signs of ware and use, has been professionally polished Material: Silver Plated Measurements: 11cm high, 10cm length, 4.5cm w...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Gio Ponti for Cleto Munari Modernist Silver Plated Serving Plate Italy, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing mid-century silver plate serving plate. Gio Ponti designed and signed this astonishing item for Cleto Munari in Italy during the 1980s. The flat and efficient design on two round levels, make this piece simply irresistible and iconic for midcentury lovers. This piece will smarten a midcentury living room or minimal and chromed bar. This wonderful piece is in very good condition. Dimensions (cms): Diameter - 32 Giovanni “Gio” Ponti, (Milan, November 18, 1891 - Milan, September 16, 1979), is one of the Italian masters of architecture. He was also a designer and essayist and one of the most important of the twentieth century. Other than the great architectural works which carry his unmistakable signature, he created a vast amount of work in the furniture sector. This is demonstrated in his three Milanese houses which were fully furnished in the "Ponti" style. The houses in via Randaccio, 1925, Casa Laporte in via Brin, 1926 and the last in via Dezza, in 1957 is an "expression" of his home design ideas. Gio Ponti was an Italian promoter of industrial design and introduced the idea of interior furnishing ranges produced as being a "sophisticated," economic, "democratic" and modern. Molteni&C managed a reissuing project of furniture and furnishings designed by Gio Ponti for products for these private homes and limited editions. After a long journey of research, selection and study of prototypes, the collection was exhibited at the Salone del Mobile 2012. This was thanks to the cooperation and the exclusively signed agreement of the Ponti heirs and the artistic director of Cerri & Associati Studio. Gio Ponti graduated in Architecture at the Polytechnic of Milan at the end of World War I, after he fought on the front line earning military decorations. In 1921 he married Giulia Vimercati, with whom he had four children: Lisa, Giovanna, Letizia and Giulio. In 1927 he opened a studio in Milan with the architect Emilio Lancia. From the beginning of the 1920’s until 1938 he worked with Richard-Ginori Manufactory and renewed its production. In 1928 he founded the Domus magazine with Gianni Mazzocchi. In 1933 he became the artistic director of Fontana Arte which was another success after the one he obtained with Richard-Ginori. In the 1930’s he participated in the Triennale exhibitions and later he successfully managed a few of them. From 1936 to 1961 he was a professor at the Milan Polytechnic, and in 1933 was associated with Antonio Fornaroli and Eugenio Soncini, until 1945. From this partnership major projects were born, including the Montecatini Palace in Milan from 1936 to 1938, in which Ponti created the "integral design" of the building and the interiors. Other works of the period were civil architecture, including the Littoria Tower in Milan in 1933, school buildings such as the School of Mathematics at the University City Rome in 1934 and the Humanities Faculty and the Rectorate of the University of Padua in 1937. There were also residential projects such as Casa Marmont in 1934 and Milan "Domus" from 1931 to 1936. The richness of the artistic production of Cleto Munari, arises out of the discovery that every boundary is undefined, and the consequent need to create a “collection about syllables” or rather a “collection of figures” which, because of their incompleteness, luminously suggest the irrepressible quest of man’s intelligence to transfigure the world, according to his own vision. It is this a perfect complicity between the whisper of the “heart...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Armada Silver Plated Salt & Pepper Shakers
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Engraved detail, tops screw off to add contents, does have some fade to silver and marks and ware, stamped Armada Material: Silver Plated Measurements: 14cm high, 4.5cm length, 2...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Fench silver metal and copper champagne bottle
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Fench silver metal and copper champagne bottle Elegant silver metal champagne bucket with copper antler detail that, in additi...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Copper

Vintage Silver Plated Trumpet Vase
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Trumpet style vase with frilly like top, inside top there are some fad marks to silver, some small dents and marks, has been professionally polished. Material: Silver Plated Measu...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Michael Aram Silver Plate Serving Pieces I LOVE YOU Valentines Day Gift
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cleaver design by Michael Aram - serving pieces in silver plate that say I 'LOVE' U. Perfect for your Chef "mate' or as a wedding serving set! Gifts for any bride, groom, or chef!...
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20th Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Large German Oval Silver Plated Tray Peters Hamburg 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a momumental beautiful antique German oval silver-plated twin handled tray by I.H.Peters & Co, Hamburg, dating from the mid 19th Cntury. The tra...
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1850s German Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Huge Art 18" Deco Silver Plated Champagne / Wine Cooler 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a elegant large banquet sized antique English Art Deco silver plate on copper wine / champagne cooler bearing the makers mark of the world renowned retailer and silversmith...
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Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver, Silver Plate

Sheffield England Boxed Set for 6 or 12 Fish/Dessert Forke & Knives MOP Handles
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Talk about elegant and classy! You're next fancy get together will be an extra special event using these forks and knives for the fish course or enjoying dessert! There are two sets ...
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Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Sheffield Silver Plate / Engraved Interior Round Serving Tray
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance to your entertaining with this exquisite English Sheffield Silver Plate serving tray. The round shape is adorned with delicately engraved flora...
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Mid-20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Strachen Silver Plated Salt Or Pepper Shaker
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Claw feet with smooth body and holes in top, top screws off to add contents, stamped Strachen on base. Circa: 1940s Material: Silver Plated Measurements: 7.5cm high, 3.5cm length...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver Plated Champagne Bucket Wine Cooler Lino Sabattini Christofle France, 60s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Amazing and highly sought-after champagne bucket or wine cooler designed by the renowned modernist Italian designer Lino Sabattini for world-famous silversmith Christofle Paris. Thi...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

1970 Lino Sabattini Christofle Gallia Metallo argento Set di Foglie
Located in Brescia, IT
Set 4 Foglie Lino sabattini Christofle _ Gallia 1950 Ottimo stato di conservazione lunghezza foglie: 10 cm / 10 cm / 8 cm / 11 cm
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique Silver Plate Grape Scissors, Floral and Filigree Details
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Silver Plate Grape Scissors, Floral and Filigree Details Offered for sale is a pair of antique silver-plated grape scissors with ...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

K&M Sheffield English EPNS Beaded Flatware Boxed Set – 76 Pieces
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A 76 Piece Boxed set of EPNS, silver plated flatware in the Bead pattern, Kirk & Matz, Sheffield, England – circa 1960s. Kirk & Matz Ltd. was an American cutlery importer with Sheff...
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1960s English International Style Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

c. 1880-1920 Pair of Silver & Silver on Copper Picture Frames
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of silver & silver on copper small picture frames with easel stands, Finnish, c.1880-1920. Arts & Crafts, hand made. The corner bosses are cast solid silver. Pivot pins replaced...
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Late 19th Century Finnish Arts and Crafts Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Copper

Coffee service
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver-plated coffee set consisting of a coffee pot and a sugar bowl, from the 1970s. Very good condition. LP2104
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Mid-20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Late 19th Century Blue Opaline Sheffield Silver Sugar Bowl
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
English Sugar or Candy Bowl in Silver-Plate and Blue Opaline Glass, circa 1880-1900. The Sheffield Silver base has an amazing pearl string handle.
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silverplate and Gilt Egg Cups - Set of 4
Located in Morristown, NJ
Four early 20th c.antique silverplate and gilt egg cups. These have a nice heft to them with a combined weight of 1lb. Whether in use or on a sideboard, these lovely egg cups are vis...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair Silver Plate Tableware Chicken Figurine With soft Boiled Egg Holder / Spoon
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the whimsical charm of our late 20th Century Italian Silver-Plated and Gold-Washed Interior Tableware – a delightful pair of serving soft boiled egg holder complete with a small spoon. These exquisite pieces showcase Italian craftsmanship at its finest, combining silver-plated exteriors with lustrous gold-washed interiors. Each holder features a meticulously crafted chicken figurine...
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20th Century Italian Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Gold, Silver Plate

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 on an ornate silver plated stand, with the original burner, standing on four shaped...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Hallmarked Silver-Plated Basket, Circa 1890's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Hallmarked Silver-Plated Basket, Circa 1890's. Very Pretty Design with Intricate Piercing.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

c. 1900-20 Arts & Crafts Wine Bottle Coaster by Wilcox
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1900-1920 bucket form wine bottle coaster by Wilcox. Arts & Crafts design; double handled; hammered bindings. Engraved: ESK Jr. Wear on top of one handle. Also could be used as...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Cooper Molds Wall Decoración for Kitchen, Lot of 5 Italy
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
The price is for the lot of 5 molds Ideal copper molds to hang as an ornament in a rustic kitchen. Vintage copper molds with tin-plated interior  copper molds kitchen...
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Early 20th Century Italian Country Sheffield and Silverplate

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Copper

Early 20th Century Silver Plate Ten Cup Coffee Tea Decanter Beverage Pitcher Set
Located in Chicago, IL
Serve any beverage of your choice with elegance with this silver-plated decanter beverage pitcher jug drink cask by the Standard Silver Company of Toronto Canada. The ten-cup set comes with a stand, pitcher, and slop cup. The inside has a porcelain lining for hot or cold beverages. In 1893, the Standard Silver Company of Toronto started as the successor to the Acme Silver Company. But in 1912, they became part of the International Silver Company headquartered in Meriden, Conn. in the USA. Thus made sometime between 1893 - 1912. The slop cup for spills and leavings is from Wallace Silversmith from Wallington, CT, USA, successors to Wallace and Sons also in Wallington, CT. It is not original to the set but fits the stand well. It is stamped " Wallace 992" indicating it is after 1956. The pitcher is designed to simulate a barrel. The rococo trim...
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Early 20th Century Canadian Rococo Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Outstanding quality antique Victorian silver plated novelty cruet
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian silver plated novelty cruet having a fantastic quality antique Victorian novelty cruet having a silver plated bear to the middle, next to a silv...
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Early 19th Century High Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Estate English Silver-Plate Footed Galleried Tray, Circa 1950s-1960s.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate English Silver-Plate Footed Galleried Tray, Circa 1950s-1960s.
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Mid-20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Set of 12 Ercuis Oyster Forks in Original Presentation Case
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A delightful set of 12 matching vintage silver-plated oyster forks made by renowned French silversmiths Ercuis (founded in 1867) and presented in their original case. Crafted in a Lo...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Set of Citrus Squeezer in Silver Plated Metal
Located in Milano, IT
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the 1960s with this beautiful set of silver-plated metal citrus juicers! This exceptional piece of craftsmanship is a true vintage treasu...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate

Old English Georgian Style Silver Plate Egg Cruet Service For Six Persons
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Transform your breakfast table with this captivating Old English Silver Plate Egg Cruet Service for six people, presented on a charming oak wood holding base. This exquisite set incl...
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1870s English Georgian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Royal Crown Derby Hand Painted & Gilt Porcelain Flatware/ 30 Pieces
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Embrace the classic beauty of the Imari pattern, known for its vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and rich history in porcelain design. Hand Painted & Gilt: Each piece is meticul...
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20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Gold

Quality pair of antique Victorian silver plated candelabras
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality pair of antique Victorian silver plated candelabras having a quality pair of antique Victorian candelabras with three light branches above a shaped column raised on ornate si...
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique and Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

Sheffield silverplate is a durable combination of thin silver sheets and comparatively thicker sheets of copper that was used to create a variety of household objects for years. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate for all of your formal dining and entertaining needs.

A cutler named Thomas Boulsover, who worked for a cutlers company in Sheffield, England, accidentally invented what we now call Sheffield silverplate during the 1700s. While working on a decorative knife for a customer — the metalworkers guild had been tasked with repairing its handle — Boulsover mistakenly overheated the silver and noticed that the knife’s layers of silver and copper melded together, creating an impressive bond. This new material felt like silver but was substantially cheaper. It was then used to produce a variety of serveware, candlesticks, buttons, tea sets and more. For families that couldn’t afford the sterling-silver tureens that were used to serve soup in the upper-class English homes at the time, this was good news. They could impress guests with housewares that looked like sterling silver but actually weren't.

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. Sheffield silverplate can command high prices on the secondhand market.

Securing yourself a Sheffield silverplate piece is like acquiring a little bit of history. In order to identify authentic Sheffield silverplate, you need to look for one significant attribute of the material. A metalworker had to ensure that all of the exposed edges of a particular piece had to be covered with a rim of silver. If not, the middle layer, which comprised copper, would show through. This would reveal that the piece was not sterling silver.

Don’t just trot out your matching crystal, silver and porcelain once or twice a year. Make a habit of mixing high and low when setting the table. To pair with your everyday contemporary tableware, find antique and vintage Sheffield silverplate on 1stDibs as well as silverplate by goldsmith and tableware companies such as Christofle, Elkington & Co. and more.

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