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Sheffield and Silverplate For Sale
Vintage mid century Elias Wine coaster mid century made in Italy
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage Eliad 1779 Silverplate, Made in Italy, Champagne/Wine Coaster, Holder
In excellent mid century vintage condition.
Silver plate shows minimal wear and surface scratching for a...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
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...
Category
1850s German Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Silvered Bronze Three-Piece "Surtout de Table" Plateau
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant three-section antique "Surtout de Table" plateau. French circa 1830 and made of silvered bronze. This spectacular centerpiece is almost four feet in length and oval in sha...
Category
Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Harrods London - Vintage Silver Plated Duck Name Card Holders
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 12 ducklings table/name/place card holders in silver plated metal. Made by Yeoman in England for Harrods in London circa 1975-90.
Measurements: 2.2x2.2x1 cm approx.
The p...
Category
1980s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
English Silver Plate Barware / Tableware Tray
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Large and heavy, Edwardian style, Silver plated barware / tableware serving Tray. The tray features flat chased interior and exterior floral, scroll decoration to the body with a sha...
Category
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Antique Sheffield Plated Wire Work Basket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Sheffield Plated Wire Work Basket
Embrace the charm of history with our stunning Antique Sheffield plated wire work basket. Handcrafted with...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sheffield Plate
19th Century English Sheffield Silver Plate Ice Bucket / Tantalus
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Step into the opulence of the 19th century with this exquisite 19th Century English Sheffield Silver Plate Ice Bucket, which doubles as a Tantalus. Meticulously crafted, this piece marries form and function in a remarkable display of craftsmanship. The ice bucket's design is not only a testament to the era's sophistication but also a practical solution for keeping beverages chilled. It features a top that accommodates a resting decanter and a side compartment for holding a drinking glass, offering a complete and elegant beverage service...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mauro Manetti Strawberry Silver Plate Ice Bucket Mid-Century Modern, Italy 1960
Located in Miami, FL
Original Strawberry Mauro Manetti silver plate owl ice bucket with metal insulation, made in Italy.
Keeps the ice cubes frozen for a long time as the lid sits tight on the bucket.
...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Silver Plate
Two Antique Silver Plate Serving Pieces, Basket & Platter C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Two Antique Silver Plate Serving Pieces, Basket & Platter C1890
Tray - 10" x 7 5/8" x 5/8"
Basket - 10" x 12" x 9 1/4"
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Dinner or Butler Bell in Silver Plate by Hans Jensen, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish dinner/waiter/butler bell in silver-plated brass. Made in or prior to 1931 by silversmith Hans Jensen. It features an unusual spindle handle and ...
Category
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
19th Century Georgian Old English Silver Plate and Glass Epergne Centerpiece
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introducing this rare and exquisite early 19th Century Georgian Old English Epergne Tableware Centerpiece, a true testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era. This remarkable piece features a hand-engraved footed lion head holding a gleaming Silver Plate base, which elegantly cradles a stunning pink-colored Glass...
Category
Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Hand Hammered Silver Plate Italian Bowl or Serving Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely vintage hand-hammered silver plate Italian bowl is hallmarked on the bottom: Battuto a Mano-silver plated. It is perfect for so many uses and occasions and for serving. I...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
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.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Twin Handled Tray Walker & Hall, 1880
Located in London, GB
This is a large wonderful antique English Victorian silver-plated Tray by Walker & Hall, circa 1880 in date.
This splendid large tray features beautifully plain body. The raised border featues twin handles to each side and is decorated with scalloped edges and floral ornamentation, the center feaures a a foral engraved panel.
It is splendid and luxurious and will look fabulous on your sideboard with decanters and glasses.
The quality and craftsmanship throughout the piece are truly second to none.
Condition:
In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation
Dimensions in cm:
Height 5 x Width 38 x Depth 31
Dimensions in inches:
Height 2 inches x Width 1 foot, 3 inches x Depth 1 foot
Walker & Hall
the business was established in Sheffield in 1845 by George Walker...
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Shipping Free, 19th Century Silvered Bronze Inkstand Signed Boin Taburet, Paris
By Boin-Taburet
Located in Lisse, NL
Louis XV style inkstand with chinoiserie design, lacquered top.
This rare and stylish inkstand is a work of the house Boin-Taburet, goldsmith in Paris. This impressive size inkstand...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Sheffield Plate Barware / Tableware Chalice
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Old English sheffield silver plate pair of barware / tableware chalice with exterior design detail & interior gold wash. Each barware / tableware chalice is in good condition. Minor ...
Category
1880s English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Gold, Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Silver Plate Mirror Plateau or Cake Stand, Made circa 1880
Located in London, London
Made circa 1880, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Silver Plate Mirror Plateau, featured an egg and dart border to the base and rim, and stands on 3 cast feet. The mirror plateau m...
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Hermès Vintage Silver Plate Double Bridle Post Tray, Bowl And Barware
By Hermès
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing vintage Hermès rare silver plate double tray or bowl has the center of a rendition of the post that horses would have been bridled to. It is hallmarked Hermès Paris Made in France. This is the largest one seen that is vintage from the 1960s or very early 1970s. It is a rare tray or bowl because of its double size. This is great for serving or as a desk or cocktail accessory. It is rarely seen or on the market at this size. This came from a special Hermès private collector. Tres chic! This has good weight to it. The height to the center bridle circular post is 5". This is great barware as well. Hermes at...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Silver Plated Sea Shell Plate Hollywood Regency Art Deco Italian 1970s
Located in London, GB
This large silver-plated sea-shell shaped bowl is an evocative nod to Venus and the organic curves of nature.
Imported from 1970s Italy, it seamlessly blends the 1940s Art Deco eleg...
Category
1960s Italian Aesthetic Movement Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Figural Teapot C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Silver Plated Figural Teapot with Fruit Engraving and Mask C1890
Measures - 12"H x 8.75"W x 5.25"D
Category
19th Century Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Louis Roederer Commemorative Mid-Century Era Chrome Plated Champagne Bucket
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver or chrome plated champagne bucket is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from France and date to approximately 1960 and done in a Renaissance Revival style. The champagne bucket was made to advertise or commemorate the highly respected Louis Roederer...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Renaissance Revival Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Lovely pair of antique Edwardian table salts
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely pair of antique Edwardian table salts having a lovely pair of antique Edwardian table salts with a circular silver plated body with orna...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
"Remembrance" Heavy Silver on Copper Tea Tray
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A fine, heavy silver on copper tea tray; graceful borders enhanced by floral sprays & florets. Inner bead border. Good vintage condition with no bleeding ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Copper
Silver Plate Table Centrepiece Glass Sheffield Epergne Dish
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Elaborate Sheffield English silver plate centrepiece
Breathaking work, main stand flanked by two side stands
Stands on the mirrored three piece platter so all angles can be admired
A...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Antique English Silver Plated Footed Gallery Serving Tray with Ornate Engraving
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Sheffield Reproduction silver plated gallery tray was made in Sheffield England in approximately 1920 in a Victorian style. This oval tray ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal
Pair of Antique English Edwardian Silver Plated Candlesticks
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique silver plated candlesticks are hallmarked "W.S.&Co." which we are unable to identify specifically, but believe t...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal
Dutch Art Deco Napkin Holder in Patinated Silver
Located in Tilburg, NL
Dutch Art Deco napkin holder in patinated silver. The Netherlands, early 20th century.
Beautiful and very elegant napkin holder in a distinc...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plate & Crystal 6-Bottle Cruet Set, Circa 1880.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Sheffield Silver-Plate & Crystal 6-Bottle Cruet Set, Circa 1880.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal, Sheffield Plate
Vintage Art Deco French Silver-Plate and Rosewood Pedestal Bowl Or Serving Piece
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning and substantial French Art Deco silver- plate and rosewood base pedestal bowl or serving piece has concentric lines at the column and top of the base before the rosewoo...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Silver Plate Fleuron Christofle France Condiment Set, 1970s
By Fleuron
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful silver plate condiments set consisting of a salt holder, a pepper holder, a bottle for oil and a bottle for vinegar. Mark Fleuron...
Category
1970s French Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair Italian Vintage Oneida Silverplate Swirl Brass Handle Trays Seashell Shape
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Pair of Silver Plate Serving Trays in the Style of Oneida Italy with Swirl Brass Handles.
Coastal, Mediterranean Seashell Shape in original Patina.
Made in Italy to the highe...
Category
Late 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate, Brass
Hermès Vintage Silver Plate Equestrian Paper Holder or Desk Accessory
By Hermès
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful vintage Hermès paper holder or letter clip is on the rare side. It is signed Hermès Paris and is polished silver plate. It was desig...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Trevor Silver-Plated Glass with Amphora Shape Designed by Kristina Niedderer
Located in Milan, IT
Trevor is a silver-plated metal glass which smooth shape fits the hand perfectly but also allows the glass to stay balanced and stabile on a flat surface despite its rounded shape. T...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
WMF Art Deco Sculptural Silverplate Centerpiece w/ Geometric & Foliate Motifs
By WMF Ikora
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco silverplate center piece was realized by the esteemed atelier of WMF Ikora in Germany circa 1925. Resembling a stylized Adrestia, or ancient Greek ship...
Category
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-19th Century James Dixon & Sons English Sheffield Silver Plated Meat Dome
Located in Middleburg, VA
Mid-19th century James Dixon & Sons English Sheffield silver plated meat dome
Elegant, intricate and classic. Stamped with "D*S"
Measures: 9.5" H, 17" W, 12.5" D.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Fabulous Hand Chased English Sheffield Silver Plate Trophy or Loving Cup
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fabulous antique English Sheffield silver plate trophy or loving cup with exceptional crisp hand chasing on cup and on base. Two large cartouches on either side suitable for engravin...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique English Silver Plated and Cut Glass Claret Jug or Decanter
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plate and cut glass claret jug was most likely made in England in circa 1900 in the Victorian style. The jug features a figural standing lion holding a shield on ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Monogram Gorham Silver Plated Tea Tray
By Gorham
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A superb quality Gorham silver plated on copper oval tea tray encrusted in cast vintage motifs. Monogram "EBR". Medallion maker's insignia: "Plate...
Category
Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Antique Figural Silver Plated Teapot C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Figural Silver Plated Teapot with Foliate Engraving C1890
Measures - 9.25"H x 9.75"W x 5.5"D
Category
19th Century Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Hot Water or Coffee Claw Foot Pedestal Server or Urn
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated hot water or coffee urn has no maker's marks but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1890 in the period Victorian style. The bowl of this urn is nicely decorated with a graduated ribbed design which is replicated on both the claw foot pedestal...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Brass
Seven Piece Antique Silver Plated Figural Deerfoot Tea Set C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Seven Piece Antique Silver Plated Figural Deerfoot Tea Set with Foliate Engraving C1890
Measures 10.5"H x 7.75"W x 5.25"D (Largest)
Category
19th Century Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Louis XV Walnut Carved Chest with Silver Plated Christofle Flatware - 181 Pieces
Located in Dallas, TX
This commode with an included menagere flatware set was created in France, circa 1920. The traditional five drawer chest is an entertaining essential that keeps your flatware organized and well-preserved between uses; each drawer is upholstered with red velvet compartment. The cabinet sits on four cabriole legs under a scalloped apron, and features a shaped gallery on the surface. The chest with intricate lock mechanism hosts a set of Christofle flatware...
Category
Early 20th Century European Louis XV Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Michael Aram Silver Plate Serving Pieces I LOVE YOU Valentines Day Gift
By Michael Aram
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!...
Category
20th Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Lino Sabattini Modern Oil & Vinegar Set, c. 1970's
Located in Ross, CA
Modern style Oil & Vinegar table set designed by Sabattini in Italy, made in the 1970's or 1980's.
The silverplated set is in a modern, simple design and stamped on the bottom "Sab...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Modernist Silver Plated Comport By ORBRILLE, France, c1930
Located in Devon, England
High styled, 1930's Modernist coupe or comport originating from France and made by the ORBRILLE company and bearing their ‘REX’ trademark, the company was founded in Paris in 1919 by...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Lovely quality antique Edwardian silver plated cruet set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely quality antique Edwardian silver plated cruet set, having a quality silver plated stand with a circular shaped handle to the middle, with five original cut glass bottles three...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Antique English Silver Plated Serving Tray with Ornate Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large antique serving tray is hallmarked by an unknown maker and originated from England and dates to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. The tray is composed...
Category
Early 20th Century English High Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
20th Century English Silver Round Footed Plateau / Dessert Stand
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 20th century English silver plated round shape footed tableware serving plateau / dessert stand with exterior floral design details . The plateau is in great vintage condition. M...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Normandy Ship Original Champagne Bucket Luc Lanel design 1932 Christofle
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
This collector piece is a very famous silver-plated Christofle champagne bucket that was designed by Luc Lanel and made for the famous Normandie cruise ship only.
This champagne buc...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1860 Thomas Latham & Ernest Morton Sheffield Silverplated Dwarf Form Salt Cellar
Located in Atlanta, GA
Thomas Latham & Ernest Morton, Birmingham, Mid 19th Century, the tri-form base mounted with three trolls or dwarves and supporting detachable gilt well!.
Category
1860s Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Pair of 19th Century Silver Planters or Coolers by Hukin & Heath
Located in London, GB
A pair of late 19th century silver plated planters or wine coolers, naturalistically modelled as tree bark and retaining the original ring handles.
With makers stamps for Hukin & ...
Category
19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate English Tea Caddy with Lion and Ring Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully designed Silver Plate Tea Caddy with Hinged Lid.
The piece is a compliment to any Tea station, counter, or also works well on a desk or work...
Category
20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Hot Water Urn with Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated hot water urn was produced by the well known Simpson, Hall & Miller Co. of the United States in approxim...
Category
Early 20th Century Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, Early 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive antique Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp, circa 1910 in date.
It features a classic Corinthian Capital decorated with acanthus leaves and anthemion with a thin cylindrical fluted shaft on a circular pedistal raised on a square stepped base.
Add an element of pure luxury to your home with this antique silver plated table lamp.
Condition:
In excellent working condition having been beautifully cleaned and rewired, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 43 x width 10 x depth 10
Dimensions in inches:
Height 16.9 x width 3.9 x depth 3.9
Corinthian capital
It has been suggested that the foliage of the Greek Corinthian capital was based on the Acanthus spinosus, that of the Roman on the Acanthus mollis. The leaves are generally carved in two "ranks" or bands, like one leafy cup set within another. One of the most beautiful Corinthian capitals is that from the Tholos of Epidaurus (400 BC); it illustrates the transition between the earlier Greek capital...
Category
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Pair Entree Dishes Cresswick 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite and rare antique pair of English silver plated entree dishes, bearing the cross arrow mark of T & J Cresswick, Porter S...
Category
1820s English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Silver Plated Crystal Pitcher with Glass Chiller
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Beautiful 1940's silver plated hand cut crystal glass juice/punch/liquor pitcher/jug/decanter with ice cube chiller. Center portion screws into lid for ic...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Antique English Sheffield Silver plate & crystal Crue set Circa 1890
Located in Birmingham, AL
uality 19th Century Victorian antique silver plated cruet set. Having a silver plated stand with a shaped handle and raised on ornate fe...
Category
Late 19th Century British British Colonial Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal
Gourmet by Villeroy & Boch Stainless Steel Flatware Set Service 131 Pcs in Book
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gourmet by Villeroy & Boch
An example of this pattern is pictured in the hardcover book “Flatware that's not flat: Design and Production of innovative Table cutlery, 1890-2015” By William P. Hood Jr. & Phil Dreis. Illustrated on page 426.
This set is from the authors' incredible lifetime collection of innovative flatware, featured in their book.
Gourmet - Introduced originally as Gourmet Stars. An avant-garde design with fifteen different piece types targeted to the hospitality trade. Circa 2010 (discontinued).
Large Gourmet by Villeroy & Boch stainless steel Flatware set - 131 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dinner Knives, #0065, 9 1/8"
12 Dinner Forks, #0050, 8"
12 Gourmet Forks, #0080, 7 5/8"
12 Teaspoons, #0160, 5 1/2"
12 Dessert Spoons, #0070, 6 3/4"
12 Dinner Spoons, #0040, 8"
12 Cocktail Forks, #0617, 4 3/4"
12 Iced Tea Spoons, #0600, 7 5/8"
11 Demitasse Spoons, #0180, 4 3/8"
12 Tasting Spoons...
Category
20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Stainless Steel
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.