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Sheffield and Silverplate For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 1860s
Silver Plated Ice Bucket by Cassetti, made in Italy, 1980s
By Cassetti
Located in Palermo, IT
Silver plated ice bucket by Cassetti, made in Italy, 1980.
Handmade.
Small signs of the time.
Cassetti silverware was born in the 60s in Florence. He boasts collaborations with prest...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Gerald Benney Stainless Cutlery by Viners of Sheffield, British, 1970s
Located in Melbourne, AU
Superb set of 'Fisheaters', i.e. Six knives and six forks designed by Gerald Benney, in original box. The influence of Danish design is very clear, yet these are quintessentially midcentury British in their trim, measured and practical style.
'Gerald Benney CBE (21 April 1930 – 26 June 2008) was a British silver and goldsmith who along with David Mellor...
Category
1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Pair Louis Roederer Silver Plated Champagne Coolers 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous vintage pair of silver plated champagne / wine coolers.
They are each boldly engraved Louis Roederer Fonde en 1776 on the sides with the LR logo.
Each cooler h...
Category
1980s English Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Louis Roederer Silver Plated Champagne Cooler 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous vintage silver plated champagne / wine cooler.
It is boldly engraved Louis Roederer Fonde en 1776 on the side with the LR logo.
The cooler has twin carrying han...
Category
1980s English Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Large Silver Plated Crossed Rifles Toast Rack 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful vintage silver plated crossed rifle toast rack dating from the second half of the 20th Century.
Seven crossed rifles act as deviders for the toast.
Add a touc...
Category
1980s English Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Cherub Centrepiece Sheffield Epergne Glass Bowl
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Very eye catching Sheffield silver plate epergne or centrepiece
Features crystal glass bowls, the main dish flanked by six smaller ones
Great piece for a table setting, can you imagi...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Silver Plated Letter Rack 20th Century
Located in London, GB
An attractive and unusual vintage silver plated letter rack, late 20th Century in date.
The letters "L E T T E R' form the dividers of this charming piece.
The craftsmanship is sec...
Category
1990s English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage French Equestrian Letter Opener, Christian Dior, c.1970's
Located in Bath, GB
An unusual and highly sought-after vintage silver plated letter opener by the world renowned, Christian Dior.
The letter opener is fashioned in the form of a belt with engraved "s...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Engraved Reed & Barton Silverplate Revere Bowl with Green Enamel Interior - 1981
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful silver plate Revere Bowl by Reed & Barton. The bowl is footed and features an enameled green interior. The exterior on the front of the dish is engraved with:
Best Wish...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
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...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate Centrepiece Epergne Cherub Glass Table Display
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning Sheffield silver plate epergne or centrepiece
Adorned with gold leaf cherubs and various crystal glass bowls
Features two configurations for the central column, one supporti...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mexican Los Castillo Style Parrot Handle & Silver Pitcher
By Los Castillo
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
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...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Neoclassical Silverplated & Faux Tortoise Gallery Tray 2nd Available
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Diminutive Neoclassical Silverplated & Faux Tortoise Gallery Tray, 2nd Available
England, Late 20th Century
A English Diminutive Neoclassical Silverplated & Faux Tortoise G...
Category
Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vtg Los Castillo Malachite, Lapis Lazuli & Brass Mounted Silver Plated Pitcher
By Los Castillo
Located in Atlanta, GA
Los Castillo (Mexican, founed 1939), circa 1970.
A silverplated pitcher with hand hammered and sculpted finish. The pitcher is affixed with a brass hummingbird...
Category
1970s Mexican Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Silver Plate, Brass
Old English Engraved Exterior Silver Plate Walker & Hall Tankard
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your collection with the exquisite charm of our Old English Silver Plate Queen Anne Tankard by Walker & Hall. The exterior boasts a rich sil...
Category
1860s English Queen Anne Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vtg Los Castillo Gemstone, Lapis Lazuli & Brass Mounted Silver Plated Pitcher
By Los Castillo
Located in Atlanta, GA
Los Castillo (Mexican, founed 1939), circa 1970.
A silverplated pitcher with hand hammered and sculpted finish. The pitcher is affixed with a brass hummingbird...
Category
1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Brass
1990s Lino Modernist Silver Plated Fish Bowl Design by Lino Sabattini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic fish bowl designed by Lino Sabattini and manufactured in Italy by Sabattini Argenteria in the Nineties, it is made up of two parts that fit together and also the two parts ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Christofle business card tray
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Christofle business card tray in silver-plate. Designer: Andrée Putman.
This piece is bought on Barbados at the famous hotel Farmont Royal Pavilion.
See the inscription, picture numb...
Category
1990s French Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Haussmann Swid Powell "Mickey Mouse" Silver Plated Pepper Mill Grinder C. 1987
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designer: Robert and Trix Haussmann (1931 – present and 1933 -present) for Swid Powell (established 1982).
A whimsical but important modern design, often described as the “Disney” ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plate and Crystal Caviar Holder 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Silver plate and crystal caviar holder, 80s
Found in a noble apartment. Small signs of the time.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Sheffield Ice Bucket 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
English sheffield ice bucket, 1980s
Found in a noble apartment. Regularly stamped. Small signs of the time.
Category
1980s British Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Sheffield Plate
Gucci, Italy - Silver Plated Stirrup Cup - Hare c.1970
By Gucci
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome vintage Italian stirrup cup made from silver plate in the form of a Hare, beautifully executed and signed by the luxury fashion house of Gucci.
Highly collectable and in ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
English Sheffield and Crystal Caviar Holder, 80s
Located in Palermo, IT
English sheffield and crystal caviar holder, 1980s
Found in a noble apartment. Small signs of the time.
Category
1980s British Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Crystal, Sheffield Plate
Christofle, Paris - Large Vintage Malmaison Silver Plated Tray
By Christofle
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous vintage silver plated tray by the creme de la creme of makers, Christofle of Paris.
Named after the Château de la Malmaison, ...
Category
1980s French Empire Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
International Silver Leaf Plated Serving Tray, Mid-Late 20th Century, #8199
Located in Miami, FL
International Silver Leaf Plated Serving Tray, Mid-Late 20th Century, #8199
Offered for sale is a silver plate leaf serving tray by the International Silver Company...
Category
Late 20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Large English Silver Plated 3 Piece Plateau Surtout de Table 20th C
Located in London, GB
This is a large and impressive vintage silver plated three section mirrored plateau in the classic English style, with beautiful fret gallery, als...
Category
1970s English Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Rococo Silver Plate Centrepiece Surtout De Table Epergne Dish
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Absolutely stunning English rococo silver plate centrepiece
Big piece on three platters and amazing rococo motifs such as leaf motifs and scrolls
Amazing piece of Sheffield silver pl...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Michael Aram "Bark and Branch Collection" Sugar Bowl with Spoon
By Michael Aram
Located in New York, NY
Michael Aram sbrass silver plated sugar bowl with spoon. Made in 1995 and marked ARAM on bottom. Beautiful organic and original design with unique detail.
Property from esteemed ...
Category
1990s American Organic Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Pair Silver Plate Centrepieces - Camel Epergne Glass Bowl Sheffield
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning and unsual pair of Sheffield silver plate epergnes or centrepieces
Main centrepiece flanked by two smaller bowls to either side
Perhaps one of the main eye catching features are the camel supports, delightful
Patina to the silver plate is amazing with great finish
We do have a pair of these if you are interested in two - please let us know
Please also see the Sheffield factory stamp in close up photo
Ready to be the centrepiece to any home interiors scheme
Please let us know if you would like to view this piece in our Canonbury Antiques...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Giuliano Bossi Silver Plate Barware Cocktail Martini Pitcher, Italy 1980s
By Ibis, Giuliano Bossi
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian silver master Giuliano Bossi designed this streamlined and minimalist barware accessory for Ibis, Milano in the 1980s. The sleek and modernist d...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Pair Silver Plate Cherub Dishes, Glass Bowl Comports Sheffield Dippers Centrepi
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Absolutely stunning pair of Sheffield silver plate cherub bowls
Please see close up of Sheffield hall mark on the underside
Wonderful decorative pair great finish to the silver pla...
Category
1980s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Victorian Covered Plated Chafing Dish with Armorial
Located in Montreal, QC
This is a wonderful example of the form. Two-handled, within sinuous border and raised on bun feet, the base is fitted with a water compartment complete with original silver plated s...
Category
1860s British Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
12 "Rencontre" Silver-Plated Domed Plate Covers W. Acorn Handles by Ercuis Paris
By Ercuis
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th century Paris, France. A set of 12 "Rencontre" silver-plated domed plate covers with acorn handles by Ercuis. The Rencontre collection distinguishes i...
Category
1990s French Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-Century Modern 'La Luna Strega' Silverplate by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Unusual devil mask designed by Gio Ponti for Christofle. The mask called, La Luna Strega was designed in 1978 and is silver plated on stainless steel. It wa...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s, Victorian Traditional Towle Silver Plated Lidded Bowl Pinecone Finial
By Towle Silversmiths, Paul Revere
Located in Miami, FL
1970th Towle Silversmiths Company produced footed and lidded bowl,designed in the style by Paul Revere.
This is the 8 inches diameter bow with pine...
Category
1970s American Victorian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Silver Plated Coffee Pot made by Christofle, Lino Sabattini
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Lovely silver plated coffee pot made by the French brand Christofle. It is a design from Lino Sabattini, from the series Mercury. The coffee po...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Rare Set Four Silver Plate & Glass Column Candlesticks, circa 1860
Located in Bath, GB
It is rare to find a pair of these candlesticks in a winning combination of classically styled silver plate paired with glass columns, here we have a set of four!
Just back from o...
Category
1860s British Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Large Mid-Century Modern Italian Silver Plated Ice Bucket, circa 1970
Located in Bath, GB
A truly stylish vintage Mid-Century Modern ice bucket, sourced in Italy and just back from my silversmith's workshop where it has been overhauled and re-silvered, restoring it to it'...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s English Pair of Silver and Crystal Salt Cellars with Harrods Hallmarking
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s English pair of silver and crystal salt cellars with Harrods Hallmarking
The spoon measures 7cm.
Category
Late 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
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
Robert Venturi Swid Powell Postmodern Serving Spoons Neoclassical Column, Set
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, chic, substantial, and iconic set of designer Postmodern sterling silver-plate serving, salad or platter spoons with Neoclassical pillar column handle design, designed by architect Robert Venturi for Swid Powell, circa 1990s. Each measure: 14.25" long. Pieces were manufactured by Reed & Barton for Swid Powell. All piece's bare designer and makers' mark's on back of spoon(s) as shown in close-up images #9 and 10. A great set for summer, holiday, home entertaining...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Silver Plated 6 Bottle Cruet Set Wade Wingfield Wilkins 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique silver plated cruet set bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmith Wade, Wingfield Wilkins & Co and circa 1860 in date.
The set comprises a beautifully decorative silver plated cruet stand holding six exquisite cut glass condiment bottles traditionally for chilli, soy, cayenne, vinegar, oil and ketchup.
The antique silver cruet features a central rectangular shaped handle and body on bun feet, the six cut glass cruet bottles feature three with glass stoppers and three with silver plated lids.
This is truly a special item and will attract the maximum amount of attention, the quality and craftsmanship are undeniable.
Condition:
In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 23 x Width 22 x Depth 16
Dimensions in inches:
Height 9 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 6 inches
Wade Wingfield, ROWBOTHAM & CO
Sheffield
The firm was established in 1751 (according to an undocumented source) and by 1816 was listed as Hoult, Rowbottam, Wingfield & Wade in Tenter Street. In 1818, John Hoult withdrew and henceforth the firm was run by John Rowbottam, John Wingfield, and Richard Wade. The firm specialised in table cutlery. Succeeded in 1832 to Wade, Wingfield, Rowbotham, and Co. The partnership between Richard Wade, John Wingfield, John Rowbotham, Alfred Rowbotham and Henry Colley was dissolved in 1851. They were Merchants, Steel Converters, and Manufacturers of Table and Pocket Knives...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s English Pair of Silver Plated Metal Shoes
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s English pair of silver plated metal shoes.
Category
Late 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
1970s English Pair of Silver Plated Metal Shoes
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s English pair of silver plated metal shoes.
Category
Late 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Silver Plated Vegetable or Soup Tureens
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An excellent pair of antique silver-plated vegetable or soup tureens, circular in shape and with wonderful, ornamental side handles, which cling to the body of the dish in the form o...
Category
Late 20th Century French Louis XVI Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Plated Shell Form Candy Dishes or Ashtrays, Pair
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of silver plated shell candy dishes or ashtrays. No makers mark or brand stamp.
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Salver 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique silver plated Victorian salver bearing the makers mark of William Hutton & Sons, and dating from Circa 1860.
It has beautiful engraved floral and foliate decoration in the Neo-classical style and is raised on elegant scrolled feet.
This salver is of fabulous quality and will add an Imperial look to your surroundings.
Condition:
In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 4 x Width 32 x Depth 32
Dimensions in inches:
Height 2 inches x Width 1 foot, 1 inch x Depth 1 foot, 1 inch
William Hutton & Sons - the firm was established in Birmingham by William Hutton in 1800 and transferred in Sheffield in 1832 where the firm was active as manufacturing silversmiths and platers at 27 High Street (140-146 West Street from 1886).
After his death the business was continued under the same style by the founder's son William Carr Hutton until 1864, when the name was changed to William Hutton & Son. This was a partnership of William Carr Hutton and his youngest son Herbert Hutton (senior, born 1843).William Carr Hutton died in 1865 and c. 1870 Herbert Hutton Sr. was joined by his brothers James Edward Hutton (b. 1839) and Robert (b. 1840) and the name was changed to William Hutton & Sons.
A London showroom was opened in 1863 (13 Thavies Inn Holborn until 1891, and later 7 Farrington Road until 1918).In 1893 the firm acquired Rupert Favell & Co (manufacturer silversmith at Bucknall Street, Oxford Street, London) and in the same year became William Hutton & Sons Ltd.The firm acquired Creswick & Co in 1902, beginning to use their crossed arrows marks.The last Hutton family MD was Herbert Hutton Jr. before the company failed in 1930. That was due to lack of foresight by the Chairman of the Board...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
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
Large Fish Dish, Top Cover with Seafood and Fishes Attributed to Franco Lapini
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning silver-plated hand-hammered fish platter with sea world decorations: fishes, sea stars, sea horses, and shells are decorating the lid and will magnify your tables.
Work attributed to Franco Lapini specialized in this kind of very decorative and sculptural platters...
Category
1970s Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Fruit Basket Martin Hall 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning antique English Victorian silver plated fruit or bread basket with fabulous embossed and engraved decoration, circa 1860 in date.
Add an elegant touch to your nex...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Fruit Basket 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning antique Victorian silver plated fruit basket, circa 1860 in date.
The oval shaped body features fabulous engrave ...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Teghini Ice Bucket Silver Plate Bar/Table in Pear Shape
By Teghini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful ice bucket, made and designed by Teghini, Italy, Firenze. includes top, bottom and glass lining.
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Pomegranate Ice Bucket Designed by Mauro Manetti, Silver Plated, circa 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Pomegranate ice bucket designed by Mauro Manetti, circa 1970 (productions realized after the 1980s have a white lacquered metallic inner part instead). Outside made of silverplated c...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Aluminum, Silver 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 wit...
Category
1860s Empire Revival Antique Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
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.
Category
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
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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