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Sheffield and Silverplate For Sale
19th Century French Louis XVI Silvered Bronze and Mirrored "Surtout de Table"
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a dining table with this elegant antique "Surtout de Table". Crafted in France circa 1860, and rectangular in shape with rounded ends, the large tray stands on four small ho...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Two Piece Antique Figural Silver Plated Tea Set C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Two Piece Antique Figural Silver Plated Tea Set with Foliate and Fruit Engraving C1890 Measures - 8.5"H x 4.25"W x 3.5"D
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19th Century Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate Hollow Handle Knives - Set of 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four 1847 Rogers Silverplate hollow handle knives with engraved monogram. This set features a floral pattern design on the handles. To us, it looks to be cabbage leaves and ...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair of Art Nouveau English Acanthus Leaf Silver Plate Candlesticks, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous tall pair of antique Art Nouveau English silverplated candlesticks, circa 1900. These gorgeous candle holders are a nice large size and heavy, together weighing over 5 1/2...
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Hermes, Paris, Rare Double Equestrian Horse Bit Vide Poche / Trays c.1950
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and rare pair of silver plated dishes or bowls jointed together with a decorative Horse Bit handle in the centre. Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Gorham Silver Soldered Plate with Carlyle Hotel Logo, circa 1930
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Gorham silver soldered plate with Carlyle Hotel logo, circa 1930. Period Hollywood serving piece with good weight and great style. Condition:...
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Early 20th Century English Hollywood Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

A Scottish Victorian Silver Plate Retriever Cruet Set, Late 19th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Scottish Victorian Silver Plate Retriever Cruet Set, Late 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Description: The cruet in the popular late 19th century form of ...
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Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

vintage Italian Swan Toast Rack, Silver-Plated, 1970s – Elegant and Versatile
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite vintage toast rack, designed in the shape of a graceful swan, was crafted in Italy in the 1970s. Made from silver-plated metal, it features a delightful blend of elega...
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

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

Outstanding quality antique Edwardian ornate silver plated biscuit barrel
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique Edwardian ornate silver plated biscuit barrel having a fantastic quality antique Edwardian silver plated biscuit barrel with quality ornate detail through...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

19th Century French Silver Plated Repousse Tray with Engraving Signed Christofle
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant and ornate antique silver plated tray with ornate handles was created in France, circa 1870. Recently re-silvered, the tray wit...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Pair Vintage Danish Modern Silver Plate Lily Form Candelabras, Denmark, C1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair Vintage Danish Modern Silver Plated Three Light Lily Form Candelabras C1950. Measures - 5"H x 8.5"W x 8.5"D. A pair of vintage Danish modern silver-plated candelabras, eac...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Wonderful Glass Pewter Alligator Crocodile Carafe Decanter Water Pitcher
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Glass & Pewter Alligator / Crocodile Resting Carafe / Decanter / Water Pitcher
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

William Hutton & Sons, Antique Silver-Plate Serving Spoons, U.K., circa 1900
Located in Chatham, ON
WILLIAM HUTTON & SONS - Antique pair of silver-plate serving spoons - signed on the back of each spoon - United Kingdom - circa 1900. Excellent antique condition - no loss - no da...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Topazio Casquinha Wine Bottle Holder in Silver Plate Portugal Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Topazio Casquinha Wine Bottle Holder in Silver Plate, Portugal, Early 20th Century. This is a very decorative (wine) bottle holder with a rich and intricate decor, made in silver pl...
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Officers Equestrian Silverplate, Enamel & Hoof Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Officers Equestrian silver plate, enamel and hoof inkwell, an exquisite example with a portrait of the beloved horse, expertly mounted, possibly b...
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1890s English High Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Reiffel & Husted Silverplate Champagne / Ice Bucket USA, English Design
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Reiffel & Husted Silverplate Champagne / Ice Bucket—USA, English Design This rare and exquisite diminutive silverplate champagne or ice bucket was crafted by the esteemed Re...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Silverplate Coffee Pot
Located in Malibu, CA
Silver plate coffee tea pot. Item features curly silverplate handle, square attached lid, sits on four graceful feet. Clean lines, quality craftsmanship. Circa early 1900s.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

A Pair of French Christofle "Trianon" Silver Plate Candelabra
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christofle (French, founded 1830), L 20th century. Each silver plate candelabrum with a convertible candlestick column with knopped stem on a swirled rocaille base issuing five radi...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver Plated Cube T-set With Tray, Sheffield, England, c1930
Located in Devon, England
This is a lovely Art Deco 'cube' silver-plated three-piece tea set made by Marples. Wingfield & Wilkins of Sheffield in England, made in the early 1930's. It is depicted in the stric...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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EPNS

Europe and USA Collection 5 Tea Baby Spoons Marked Sterling Silver Plate Spoons
Located in Miami, FL
Marvelous Set of 5 Teaspoons or Baby Spoons collected during my Travel Years through Europe and the United States. All Spoons are marked and four are Silver Plate and one is Silver, marked Sterling. Set is consisting of first the oldest Sugar Spoon, marked Meriden Silverplate Company, which is in the U.S.A. Next is Silver Plate marked Oneida Hotel Plate...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Christofle "Lion's Skin" cutlery set by Charles Rossigneux
By Charles-François Rossigneux
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Christofle "Lion Skin" Cutlery by Charles Rossigneux Christofle lion skin cutlery designed by Charles Rossigneux for the Marquise de la Païva around 1867. It consists of 126 pieces,...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

Antique Pair Silver Plated Entree Dishes Elkington, Dated 1888 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite and rare antique pair of English silver plated Entree dishes by the renowned silversmith Elkington & Co, and dated 1888. The dishes feature a rectangular sha...
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1880s English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Modern Champagner Cup Pale Green Silver Plated Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Silver plated champagner cup on stand inside enameled in pale green.Comes in bright colors like black, white , pink, dark blue orange, pink. Great table accessoires. To be used for c...
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2010s Austrian Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plated Strawberry Set by Roberts and Belk, circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
A highly decorative late Victorian or Edwardian Strawberry set with all over repousse decoration. These are popular to serve cookies and cakes too, perfect with tea serving the milk and sugar from the creamer and sugar bowl; always impressive whatever you use it for. All three silver plated pieces are marked by the well renowned Sheffield silversmith, Roberts and Belk...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

Sheffield Silver Plate Centrepiece Glass Epergne Stand
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Exquisite English Sheffield silver plate epergne or centrepiece Great piece for any table decoration, imagine how this would elevate any dinner party or gathering? The central bowl a...
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1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Revolving Old Sheffield Silver Plate Epergne
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Old Sheffield silver plate epergne showcases a refined Georgian-period scalloped motif embellished with acorns and foliage. It rotates with ...
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Sheffield Tea Urn with Dolphin Head Spout, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English Sheffield tea urn with floral finial, hand chased feather banding, flanking scrolled ebonized side handles, floral medallion with dolphin hea...
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1810s English George III Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield 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

Large Antique English Silver Plated Serving Tray with Ornate Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very large and substantial antique serving tray is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but originated from England and dates to approximately 1880 and done in the period Victorian s...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Late Victorian English Silver Plated Diminutive Watering Can Circa 1895
Located in Incline Village, NV
Unusual accent decorating piece; a silver plated or silver alloy (unmarked) late Victorian British diminutive watering can, circa 1895, that would have been used to water interior pl...
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1890s English Victorian Antique 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

Spatours by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service 8 Dinner Set 40 pcs Unused
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Sp...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Plated Footed Frame Surtout-de-table Mirrored Plateau .
Located in Tarry Town, NY
English silver plate footed gallery frame with mirrored interior three piece surtout-de-table plateau / centerpiece. The piece is in great condition with appropriate wear consistent...
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Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Copper

Very Large English Sheffield Footed Silver Plate High border Serving Tray
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Experience the grandeur of a bygone era with this exquisite Very Large English Sheffield Footed Silver Plate High Border Serving Tray, featuring a captivating Faux Tortoise Shell Inl...
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Mid-20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Silver-Plated Siphon Coffee Maker, Circa 1870.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Silver-Plated Siphon Coffee Maker, Circa 1870.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

French Art Nouveau Silver Plate Dresser Vanity Table Easel Back Mirror, c. 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
An antique French silverplated dresser tabletop vanity easel back mirror with a lovely Art Nouveau floral design, circa 1900. It would be beautiful displa...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Pair of Victorian Silver Plate and Cut Glass Centrepieces 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an intricate and exquisitely made antique pair of English Victorian parcel gilt silver plated and cut glass centrepieces by the renowned silversmiths Elkington & Co., dated 1...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Silverplate EPNS Hard/Soft Boiled Egg Handled Server/Holder/Cup
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
I can't think of a more elegant way to be served a morning egg whether you like it hard or soft boiled than in this handled silver plate egg holder. It is decorated with a lovely cut...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Six Piece Antique Victorian Silver Plate Tea Set C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Six Piece Antique Victorian Silver Plate Tea Set C1890 Tray - 23 1/2" x 14 1/2" x 2 1/4" Bucket With Bent Rim - 6 1/4" x 5 7/8" x 5 7/8" Small Pitcher - 7 5/8" x 5 1/4" x 3 5/8" Cov...
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Late 19th Century Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Set of 36 French Antique Dessert Forks & Knives, Oyster Fork Set Gold Ferrules
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite set of 36 French gold-plated oyster forks, dessert forks, and knives is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship. Each piece features elegant mother-of-pearl handles, ...
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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Gold Plate

Antique Silver Plated Empire Revival Tea Caddy 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a very attractive antique Empire Revival silver plated tea caddy, circa 1860 in date. The rectangular lidded caddy features exquisite engraved decoration and is topped with ...
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1860s Empire Revival Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Ornate Silver-Plated Engraved Serving Tray
Located in Worcester Park, GB
This antique silver-plated tray is a standout piece thanks to its intricate, hand-engraved scrollwork that covers nearly the entire surface. The swirling floral patterns are exceptio...
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1950s British Victorian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Shaw & Fisher 19th Century Antique Bottle Holder in Patinated Silver
Located in Tilburg, NL
Shaw & Fisher Antique bottle holder in Patinated Silver. England, 19th century. Wonderful bottle holder in patinated silver made by Shaw & Fisher fr...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver Plate Oblong Footed Gallery Tray With Handles, circa 1950
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine vintage Mid Century silverplate footed gallery serving or barware tray with handles by Sheridan, circa 1950. Maker's mark on reverse. This gorgeous tray is a nice large size w...
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Mid-20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

19th Century English Silverplate Meat Dome with Dragon Finial Handle
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Late Victorian silverplate meet cover with finely sculpted finial handle in the form of a standing dragon. Signed. In very good condition, well-polished and ready to enjoy.
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Gio Ponti mid-century cutlery sets for 6, A Krupp, 42 pieces each, 3 sets
Located in London, Fitzrovia
3 sets for 6 are available 42 silver plated pieces in each set! so all together, a rare large Arthur Krupp set, most probably designed by Gio Ponti as are all the Arthur Krupp silverplated tea and coffee sets from the Belfiore. these would make a huge 126 piece set for 18 settings. each of the 3 sets includes: 6 large knifes, 6 large forks and 6 large spoons. 6 small knifes...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Beautifully Patinated Silver Plated Bathroom Set 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Beautifully Patinated Silver Plated Bathroom Set, Europe, 1960s. This is a wonderful and very nicely patinated bathroom set - one toothbrush holder and one cup for water. Wonderfu...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Silver Plated Asparagus Serving Dish, circa 1910 by Mappin and Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning antique Asparagus serving set by the top notch silversmith, Mappin and Webb, marked on the underside. The handle has a lovely Art Nouve...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Old English Sheffield Plate Matthew Boulton Hand Engraved "Armorial" Dish Cover
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Very fine and rare Old English Sheffield plate hand engraved "Armorial" Dish Cover with maker's marks for Matthew Boulton and a later "married" sterling silver Rococo style handle. ...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate

19th Century French Louis XV Silverplated over Bronze Mirrored Plateau "Surtout"
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique bronze silver plated "Surtout de table" (table platter) was crafted in France circa 1880. Oval in shape with intricate side handles, the tray stands on four smal...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Wonderful Art Nouveau Silver Plated Ewer Etched Glass Carafe Decater WMF
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Art Nouveau Silver Plated Ewer Etched Glass Carafe Decanter In The Manner And Style Of WMF
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20th Century Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Silverplate Samovar, Coffee Urn Made by Sheridan
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage/ antique silver-plated coffee urn, likely crafted in the late 19th or early 20th century. with detach warmers, in very good condition, a statement piece, it is very shiny , i...
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Fine Silver-Plate Ice Bucket by Lebanese Firm Habis
Located in London, GB
Fine silver-plate ice bucket by Lebanese Firm Habis Lebanese, 20th century Dimensions: Height 21cm, diameter 20cm Featuring an elegant tapered cylindrical body, this fine ice bu...
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20th Century Lebanese Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Sheffield Dickinson El Dorado Steel and Wood Handled Long Butchers Knife
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A 16 inch long butchers knife, a carbon steel blade with an unusual carved wood tapered handle, Sheffield, England. The blade is marked: The El Dorado...
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silverplate

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Cut Steel

Unusual Antique English Silver Plated Spoon Warmer c.1880, Sauce Boat Shaped
Located in Bath, GB
A most unusual Victorian novelty spoon warmer in the form of a sauce or gravy boat. The warmer stands on three handsome legs leading down to Lion's paw feet. The hinged lid is ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Set 4 Regency Period Old Sheffield Plate Wine Coasters 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a very attractive set of 4 of antique George III Old Sheffield plate wine bottle coasters, circa 1820 in date. The set are of circular form with a beaded edge decorated w...
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1820s English Regency Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield 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 Silver Plated Tureens
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite pair of silver-plated vegetable tureens showcases classic elegance and refined craftsmanship. Featuring oval bodies with delicately cur...
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20th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Sheffield England Boxed Set for 6 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 and it comes in the ...
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Early 20th Century English 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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