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Sheffield and Silverplate For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1860s
Maria Pergay Vide Poche in Silver Plated Metal
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant object, by Maria Pergay, Flat rope shaped handle.    
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Homag 90 German Silverplated Flatware Set Vintage 66 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage German silverplated flatware set stamped "Homag 90", 72 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 8 5/8" 12 Forks, 7 1/8" 6 Small Salad Forks, 3-tine, 5 1/4" 6 Teaspoons 12 Place Soup Spoons, 7 1/4" 6 Large Dinner Spoons, 8 1/8" 5 Coffee Spoons, 5 1/4" 1 Gravy Ladle w/spout, 7 5/8" 1 Pickle Fork, 2-tine, 7 1/2" 1 Pie Server, 9 1/4" 1 Vegetable Serving Spoon, 9 3/4" 1 Vegetable Serving Fork, 2-tine, 10" 1 Pastry Tong...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage German Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker by Carl Deffner c.1930's
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome streamliner cocktail shaker by the well renowned Carl Deffner of Esslingen. Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polishe...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair of English Silver Candle Holders or Candlesticks
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome pair of English candlestick holders of fine plate silver featuring a relief with a neo-classical design.
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20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Pair of Large Antique Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Repousse Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of large bottle coasters are hallmarked by an unknown maker, and presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. The ...
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair Antique English Edwardian 5-Light Silver-Plated Candelabra, Circa 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique English Edwardian Era 5-light silver plated candelabra hallmarked "Mappin & Webb's Prince's Plate London & Sheffield", circa 1900-1910.
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Smart French Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker, c.1930's
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous looking silver plated cocktail shaker, a striking, bold shape to adorn the finest of bars. French in origin and dating to the 1930's. Just back from our silversmith's w...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Barker Ellis Silver Plated Serving Tray with Stylized Rope Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique rectangular silver plated serving tray was made by the well known Barker Ellis Silver Co. of England in approximate...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Apple Flat Tray Silver Plated Almazan Made in Spain 1960´s
Located in BILBAO, ES
Antique Silver Tray from the 19th Century. The tray simulates an Apple PRADERA is a second generation of a family run business jewelers of reference in Spain, with a rich track reco...
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1960s French Romantic Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

French Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker Set With Tray and Cups c.1940
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning cocktail set, perfect to adorn the finest bars or drinks trolly consisting of a cocktail shaker, six small cups or beakers and a tray. All pieces are made from French sil...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Sheffield EPNS A1 Silverplate Five Dainty Forks Floral Design
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Five Dainty Forks Antique English Sheffield EPNS A1 Silverplate Five Dainty Forks Floral Design Silver plate with faux bone handle. Difficult to see any hal...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

WMF Art Nouveau Jugendstil Tea Service and Trey
Located in Gainesville, FL
WMF WURTTEMBERGISCHE METALLWARENFABRIK Art Nouveau Jugendstil tea and coffee service with the tray. All pieces marked with the WMF ostrich mark, G for Geslingen city of manufacture, ...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Modernist 3 Arm Curvilinear Candelabra by Fisher Silversmiths
Located in Ferndale, MI
Modern Fisher Silversmiths curvilinear 3 arm candelabra. Impressed with manufacturer's mark to underside. c.1960s Perfect for a low table scape. G...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Bottle Holder or Coaster with Lion Head Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique bottle coaster is unsigned, but presumed to have originate from England and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. This bottle coaster is composed of silver plate over copper with figural lion head mounted...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Georgian Silver Teapot
Located in Sheffield, MA
Serve the next cup of tea in this elegant classic fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver teapot in the Queen Anne style. With wood handle and finial, the lower portion of this fine teapot is embossed fluted decoration accented with subtly elevated rounded projections. Search terms: Georgian teapot, Edwardian teapot...
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Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Orleans Silverplate on Felt Tray Service for 8
Located in Malibu, CA
International Deep Silver Flatware in the Orleans Pattern by International Silver. The set included a drawer tray in brown felt. The set is i...
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1960s American French Provincial Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Fine Art Deco Cocktail Tray by Roberts & Belk c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A stylish antique cocktail tray with beautiful curled handles to either side. Made from silver plate it has been professionally, cleaned and polished in our silversmith's workshop; restoring it to it's former glory. The underside has the lamp trademark for Roberts and Belk...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Edward VII Sterling Silver Fruit Bread Basket Sheffield, 1907
Located in London, GB
This is an exceptionally fine antique English Edwardian sterling silver fruit basket with hallmarks for Sheffield 1907 and the maker mark of Atkin Brothers. This magnificent basket has a shaped swing handle on flared shaped oblong basket and features a gadrooned rim and base which is further embellished with pierced decoration and is raised on a shaped oblong pedestal foot. There is no mistaking its unique quality and design, which is sure to make it a treasured piece by any silver collector. Condition: In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 23 x Width 27 x Depth 23 Weight 0.68 kg Dimensions in inches: Height 9 inches x Width 11 inches x Depth 9 inches Weight 21.75 troy oz Atkin Brothers business traces his origin to Thomas Law...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver Plate Silent Butler Table Crumber with Hidden Lucite Brush
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An electroplated silver over copper Silent Butler table crumber from The Sheffield Silver Co. USA, circa 1950-1960. The crumber has a stored Lu...
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Mid-20th Century American International Style Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Hukin and Heath Double Spirit Tantalus, c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A Silver plated frame with a beautiful pair of Edwardian hand-cut glass decanters with cut-glass stoppers. Once unlocked the handle can be lifted and swivelled to access the deca...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Oval Engraved Silver Plated Belgian Tray
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/6951 - Simple and elegant this oval engraved silver plate tray from old Europe: Belgium. Perfect for any house: antique or modern.  
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Early 20th Century Belgian Other Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Art Deco Serving Tray Silver Plated with Wood
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Art Deco tray, with silver plated rim and handles. The central piece is mahogany. The tray is marked with small hallmarks 'HDR', maker unknown. Light polishing spots can be seen on 1...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair of Art Deco Tea Cups with Saucers by Sue & Mare for Gallia, Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Art Deco tea cups sold with their saucers. Made by Louis Süe (1875-1968) & André Mare (1887-1932) for Gallia - Christofle. Silverplated with p...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Dinner Bell or Gong with Figural Twig & Branch Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated dinner gong or bell is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1900 and done in the period Edwardian style. The fr...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Tulipe Tulip by Boulenger French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 214 pc
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tulipe - A pattern with exceptional refinement, produced by Charles Boulenger & Cie. This Art Nouveau pattern with flowing floral and foliate decoration, was exhibited at the 1903 Be...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique English Silver Plated Bottle Coasters with Turned Wooden Inserts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of large wine bottle coasters are unsigned with respect to the maker, but originate from England and date to approximately 1920 and done i...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Georgian Styled Silver Plated Tea or Hot Water Urn with Lion Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique hot water urn or server is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1880 and done in a Georg...
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Mappin & Webb Princess Sheffield Silver Plate Basket with Handle
Located in Miami, FL
Mappin & Webb Princess Sheffield Silver Plate Basket with Handle Offered for sale is an English Sheffield silver-plated reticulated b...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate

Hallmarked Silver Plated Keepsake Box, Sheffield, UK, circa 1900
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a stunning silver plated keepsake box dating to 1900, with associated hallmark. This small box includes a wooden interior with two slots and a blank square on top where initials could have been engraved. A well maintained, elegant piece, this antique silver box is an excellent addition to any silver or home decor collection. Trinket or keepsake boxes have taken on many forms since their first conception in ancient times. However their purpose remains the same; to store jewelry and other items precious to the owner. Originally, these boxes were used specifically for jewelry. These were in common use as early as 5000 BC in Ancient Egypt, when the majority of Egyptians, both male and female, wore jewelry. Boxes were used to keep these gemstone encrusted items safe. In Ancient Rome, jewelry was a status symbol. Rings and brooches were utilized to represent ones status in society. Again, boxes were needed for security and storage purposes. Finding early examples of these are quite rare. Victorian and Edwardian examples of trinket boxes are far more common. This is because owning jewellery was a luxury until the Victorian era- let alone possessing so much a box was needed to store it all. Fine jewelry and other items became available to the masses after the industrial revolution due to the reduction in production costs. This led to a demand for trinket boxes, which were much smaller than jewelry boxes and therefore better suited to the needs of the middle class who did not yet possess an abundance of jewelry. In Victorian households, collectables and other items of interested were also stashed inside these boxes. This is why they are known as trinket or keepsake boxes, rather than just jewelry boxes, although of course jewelry was also stored in them. Trinket boxes were produced in large numbers around this time. Many were lined with colored plush or velvet or rich wood. More elaborate designs had interior divisions and trays for rings and other pieces of jewellery. It was also common to see trinket boxes so small that they could only contain one item, such as a single ring. Ornate exteriors were created to reflect the value of the trinket boxes contents. The Edwardian era saw the introduction of new styles of trinket box. These included small circular or oblong boxes...
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Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver

Large Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker with Integral Lemon Squeezer
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful large Art Deco silver plated cocktail shaker signed by the well renowned silversmith, James Dixon and Sons, the underside marked EP for Electro-Plated Nickel Silver and also marked Made In England. It is the most desirable example of it's type, with an integral lemon reamer...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Italian Champagne Service for Six from the Collezione Italia Navigazione
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Italian champagne service for six from the Collezione Italia Navigazione, a fleet of Italian luxury passenger ships that operated in the 1920s...
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Early 20th Century Italian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate, Pewter

Set of Antique Mappin & Webb Silver Plated & Gilt Washed Convertible Candelabras
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique convertible candelabras were made by the well known Mappin & Webb of England in approximately 1900 in the period Edwardian style. The candelabras are composed of...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair of English Sheffield Silver Plated Serving Spoons in Box by I. Magnin
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant pair of Sheffield silver plated serving spoons in custom box by I. Magnin, circa 1940s. The spoons are in very good vintage condition and and measure 9"L and 2"W; the box is ...
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20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Hallmark English George I Style Silver Plated 3 Pieces Tea Set Bakelite Handles
Located in Miami, FL
Circa 1930s, this silver service was made in England. All piece are signed with hallmarks. Features George I Style detailing. Bakelite Top and Handle to the Tea Pot. All pieces are...
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Mid-20th Century English George I Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Silver Plated Asparagus Serving Set by Walker and Hall
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning vintage Art Deco silver plated Asparagus serving set just back from our silversmith's workshop, where it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory. It consists of three pieces, the serving tray, draining rack...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Plated Presentation Sugar Bowl by Christopher Dresser for Walker & Hall
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique presentation sugar bowl or basin and spoon set was designed by the very well known Christopher Dresser and made by Walker & Hall of England in approximately 1900 in the ...
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Rare Italian Silver Plated Wine Bottle Holder, in the Style of Lino Sabattini
Located in Catania, IT
20Th Century, Mid-Century Modern, Rare Italian hand hammered Silver Plated Wine Bottle Holder, in the Style of Lino Sabattini. Italy 1970. Good conditions overall, original patina. Our main goal is customer satisfaction, so the packaging and shipping of this item will be done with the utmost care. This Item is the ideal object to create a perfect moment...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Teghini Ice Bucket Silver Plate Bar/Table in Pear Shape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful ice bucket, made and designed by Teghini, Italy, Firenze. includes top, bottom and glass lining.
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair of Art Deco Breakfast Cups and Saucers by Sue &Mare for Gallia-Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Art Deco Breakfast cups are also considered hot chocolate cups. Sold with their saucers. Made by Louis Süe (1875-1968) & André Mare (1887-19...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

19th Century English Silver Plate Samovar / Tea Urn
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 19th century English silver plated samovar / tea or coffee urn with Ram detail side handles and finial lid on square footed base . The samova...
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1860s English Rococo Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Copper

Pumpkin Ice Bucket Designed by Mauro Manetti, Silver Plated, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Pumpkin ice bucket designed by Mauro Manetti, circa 1970 . Outside is made of silver-plated cast aluminum with a golden patina and a white enameled metallic inner part. Not marked ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Aluminum, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Pair of Art Deco Coffee Cups with Saucers Design Sue & Mare Gallia-Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Art Deco Coffee Cups sold with their saucers. Designed by Louis Süe ( 1875-1968) & André Mare (1887-1932) for Gallia - Christofle. Silverpl...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Carlo Lorenzetti Bookends Marbre Pewter Silver Metal, 1930, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Carlo Lorenzetti.
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Marble

Pair of Art Deco Briarwood Italian Serving Trays with 800 Silver Handles, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of amazing Art Deco briarwood serving trays with 800 silver handles. This wonderful pair of items were produced in Italy during the 1930s and they are signed FC. The futurist...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique Rectangular Silver Plated Serving Tray with Stylized Rope Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This narrowly constructed antique silver plated serving tray was made by the Old English Reproduction firm of England in approximately 1920 in a ...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Art Deco Cocktail or Martini Shaker
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic English cylindrical martini or cocktail shaker of fine plate silver featuring stylish Art Deco design, with removable cap and strainer and three decorative rings on the ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate, Copper

Antique Rectangular Silver Plated Serving Tray with Stylized Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique rectangular silver plated serving tray is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approx...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

119-Piece Silver Plated Flatware for 12 Persons by SFAM Model Sans-Gêne Empire
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful set of silver plated tableware from the French brand SFAM (Société Française d'Alliage de Métaux). The cutlery is beautifully decorated in Empire style. SFAM ceased to exis...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Christofle France Silver Plated Plate
Located in Sharon, CT
A heavy 12" signed plate.
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1970s American Classical Roman Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Rectangular Silver Plated Serving Tray with Stylized Shell Decor
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated serving tray is hallmarked by an unknown English maker, and presumed to date to approximately 1920 and done in a Victrian style. The tray is decorated with stylize...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Old Sheffield English Plate Piano Candlestick
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Old English sheffield silver plated pair of piano candle stick with exterior design details. Each candle stick is in great condition. Minor wear consisten...
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1860s English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Tiffany & Co. New York Silver Plate Wine Bottle Coaster with Liner Insert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Tiffany & Co. New York, a silver soldered bottle coaster with a removable liner insert, circa 1950- 1960s. The liner fits into the coaster to prevent a chilled bottle of wine from dripping condensation into the coaster. A heavily chased roped design edges the coaster. Marked: Tiffany & Co. numbered, silver soldered extra plate...
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Mid-20th Century American International Style Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Silver Plate Tableware Piece
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 20th Century English silver plate tableware serving toast rack / candy dish . The toast rack / candy dish features a gold wash interior and beautiful exterior floral design det...
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20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Gold, Silver Plate

Silver Plated Metal 1970s Candleholder by Lino Sabattini
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Very good condition. Very high quality. Manifacture's mark on the handle.
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Rideau Large Silver Plate Rectangular Serving Tray with Handles
Located in Toronto, ON
An antique large Rideau silver plate rectangular serving tray with engraving interior and ornate border with handles.
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Early 20th Century Canadian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece in the Neoclassical Revival Style
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated centerpiece is signed and hallmarked by Phenix, amd presumed to originate from France and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Neoclassical Revival sty...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

1970s Iconic Modernist Silver Plated Italian Basket Design by Lino Sabattini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A stylish silver plated spiral bowl made in Italy in the Seventies by Sabattini argenteria. this piece it's in original patina, it can be easily cleaned. It's an iconic modernist pie...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

6 Baroque Silver Plated Kiddush Cup Goblets & Caddy Judaica Barware Shot Glasses
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage silver plated kiddish cups and caddy. Features baroque design with scalloped footed form and fitted glasses for ease of use. Measures: 8" x 8" x...
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Late 20th Century Baroque 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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