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Sterling Silver For Sale
Creator: Georg Jensen
Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Company
Creator: Towle Silversmiths
Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Luncheon 12 Service 81 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 81 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 8 7/8",
12 forks, 7 1/4",
12 salad forks, 6 3/4",
12 teas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver String Box by Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive, unusual antique George V English sterling silver string box made by Gorham Manufacturing Company; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection
This exceptional antique George V sterling silver string box has a circular rounded form.
The surface of this unusual box is plain and embellished with a broad band of pierced scrolling designs.
This impressive antique string box...
Category
1910s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Shamrock V by Gorham Sterling Silver Coffee Set 5pc (#5093)
Located in Big Bend, WI
Shamrock V by Gorham
Gorgeous Shamrock V by Gorham sterling silver five-piece coffee set. This set includes:
1 - Coffee Pot: Marked #A41501, measures 10 1...
Category
1930s American Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service Luncheon, 81 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 81 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 8 7/8",
12 forks, 7 1/4",
12 salad forks, 6 3/4",
12 teaspoons, 5 7/8",
12 cream soup s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Candlelight by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon 36 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eight knives, 8 1/2".
Eight forks, 7 1/4".
Eight salad forks, 6 1/2".
Eight teaspoons, 6".
One serving spoon, 8 5/8".
One sugar spoon, 6".
One hollow handle master butter knife, 6 3/4".
One pie server, 10 1/2".
Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary.
Excellent condition, not monogrammed. Set will be professionally polished and sealed in individual plastic sleeves prior to shipping
100% satisfaction guaranteed!
A striking effect of plain sterling contrasted with rich ornamentation. No other pattern has the allure of a raised ribbon of silver laid over a rich decorative background. Candlelight stands alone among exquisite sterling flatware patterns...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Madeira by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 78 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Madeira by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 78 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9",
12 forks, 7 3/8",
12 salad forks, 6 1/2",
12 teaspoons, 5 7/8",
12 cream soup spoons,...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Brilliant-Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Moon Flask Decanter
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant-cut-glass and sterling silver decanter. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1894. Round body with thumb ring handle. Cut ornament in arched frames. Co...
Category
1890s American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Queen Elizabeth I by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 49 pc New Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
The golden age of royal splendor and prosperity during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I inspired this pattern, introduced in 1970. With a stem of perfectly proportioned curving arcs an...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Craftsman Gold by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 6 Vermeil 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Craftsman gold by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 24 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. This set is vermeil (completely gold-washed) and...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Esplanade by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 45 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Esplanade by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 45 pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 8 7/8"
8 forks, 7 1/4"
8 salad forks, 6 1/2"
8 teaspoons, 6"
8 place soup spoons, 6 3/4"
1 g...
Category
1950s American Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Newport Scroll by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Six Service 27 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Newport scroll by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 27 pieces. This set includes:
six place knives, 9 1/8",
six place forks, 7 1/2",
six salad f...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Newport Scroll by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 45 Pieces Place
Located in Big Bend, WI
Newport Scroll by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 45 Pieces. This set includes:
Eight place size knives, 9 1/8",
eight place size forks, 7 1/2",...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sovereign Hispana by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 30 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sovereign Hispana by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 30 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes:
Six knives, 9",
six forks, 7 1/2",
six...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Baronial by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 28 Pieces Unused New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused Baronial New by Gorham, c1973, sterling silver flatware set - 28 pieces. The handles of the forks and spoons are pierced. This set includes:
6 place knives, 9 1/4"
6 place...
Category
1940s American Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Celeste Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 57 Pcs Mid-Century Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Celeste by Gorham, circa 1956, sterling silver flatware set of 57 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 9 3/8",
eight forks, 7 1/2",
eight salad forks, 7 1/8",
eight teaspoon...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sculptured Rose by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 65 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely sculptured rose by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 65 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9 1/8"
12 forks, 7 5/8"
12 salad forks, 6 1/2"...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XIV Gold by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Six Service Vermeil
Located in Big Bend, WI
Louis XIV gold by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 24 pieces. This set is vermeil (completely gold-washed) and includes:
Six knives, Old french blades, 8 5/8",
six forks, 7 1/...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mary Chilton by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 91 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Timeless, heirloom quality Mary Chilton by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 91 pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 9"
8 forks, 7 3/8"
8 dessert fork...
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Contessina by Towle Sterling Silver Floral Flatware Set of Service 45 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Contessina by Towle sterling silver flatware set of 45 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 9 1/8"
Eight forks, 7 1/2"
Eight salad forks, 6 5/8"
Eight teaspoons, 6"
Ei...
Category
1960s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Gadroon by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
English Gadroon by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 24 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes:
six knives, 8 7/8",
six forks, 7 1/8",
six salad forks, 6 1/4",
six teas...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Country Manor by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12, Set Vermeil Gold
Located in Big Bend, WI
Country manor gold by Towle sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. This set is vermeil (completely gold-washed...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Madeira by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 38 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Madeira by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 38 pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 9"
8 forks, 7 3/8"
8 salad forks, 6 1/2"
8 teaspoons, 5 7/8"
1 gravy ladle, 6 7/8"
1 serving ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Mirror by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 41 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old mirror by Towle sterling silver flatware set of 41 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 8 7/8"
Eight forks, 7 1/4"
Eight salad forks, 6 1/4"
Eight teaspoons, 6"
Eight cream ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 54 Pcs New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused La Scala by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 54 pieces. This set includes:
12 Knives, 9 1/8"
12 Forks, 7 1/2"
12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2"
12 Teaspoons, 6 1/4"
1 Gravy L...
Category
1960s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Awakening by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Six Service 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful awakening by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 24 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes:
Six knives, 8 7/8".
Six forks, 7 5/8".
Six salad forks, 6 1/2".
Six teasp...
Category
1950s American Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Willow by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 43 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Willow by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 43 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 9 1/4".
Eight forks, 7 1/2".
Eight salad forks, 7".
Eight teaspoons, 6".
Eight place soup ...
Category
1950s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 8 Set 41 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
For a dramatic statement, this glamorous pattern brings three-dimensional opulence to your table. Introduced in 1964, the finely tooled design incorporates deeply carved borders with lavish scrollwork enhanced by intermittent floral details and a striking rosette crowning the neck. Significant weight and uncompromising craftsmanship lend a luxurious note to traditional and formal settings to wow your guests and provide the ultimate finishing touch to all of your meals.
LA SCALA BY GORHAM...
Category
1960s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Esprit by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 32 Pieces Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
Esprit by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 32 pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 9"
8 forks, 7 3/8"
8 salad forks, 6 5/8"
8 teaspoons, 6".
Includes bonus brand new storage ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Golden Scroll by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Place Size Service 38 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Golden Scroll by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 38 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 9 1/8"
8 Forks, 7 3/8"
8 Salad Forks, 7"
8 T...
Category
Late 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Madeira by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Madiera by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 9"
8 Forks, 7 3/8"
8 Salad Forks, 6 1/2"
8 Teaspoons, 5 7/8"
8 Place Soup Spoons, 6 3/...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Flutes by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 47 pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Silver Flutes by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware set - 47 pieces. This set includes:
8 Dinner Size Knives, 9 3/4",
8 Dinner Size Forks, 7 7/8",
8 Salad Forks, 6 1/2", ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fairfax by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12, Set in Gold 48 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fairfax by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces.
Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table, especially when paired with gold rimmed china...
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 77 pc Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Originally issued in 1987, Edgemont Gold by Gorham has symmetrical flutes that adorn the end of the flatware, flaring in an unmistakable pattern.
Edgemont Gold Accent by Gorham st...
Category
Late 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
White Paisley by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Eight Set 45 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
White Paisley by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 45 pieces. This pattern was introduced in the year 1966 and features a contemporary shaped handle that is partially engraved wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mary Chilton by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 79 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous dinner size Mary Chilton by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 79 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner size knives, 9 7/8"
12 dinner size forks, 7 7/8"
12 salad forks, go...
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Gadroon by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 86 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
English Gadroon by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 86 Pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 8 7/8",
12 forks, 7 1/8",
12 salad forks, 6 1/4", ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Esplanade by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for eight Service 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Esplanade by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 40 pieces. This set includes: eight knives, 8 7/8"
eight forks, 7 1/4", eight salad forks, 6 1/2", eight teaspoons, 6", eight hollow ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Six Service 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
6 Knives 9"
6 Forks 7 1/2"
6 Salad Forks 6 1/2"
6 Teaspoons 6 1/4"
Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary.
Excellent condition, no monograms. This set will be beautif...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Virginia Carvel by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 66 pcs D mono
Located in Big Bend, WI
Virginia carvel by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 66 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9"
12 forks, 7 1/4"
12 salad forks, 6 1/4"
12 teaspoo...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
La Scala Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service 8 Set Vermeil 32 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous La Scala Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver flatware set 32 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table.
Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Lot, Unknown Pattern, 22 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lovely Gorham (pattern unknown), circa 1922 sterling silver flatware set/lot, 22 pieces. This set includes:
Six knives, 9 1/4",
four dinner forks, 8",
two regular forks, 7 1/8", ...
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Debussy by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 57 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Debussy by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 57 pieces. This set includes:
eight knives, 9",
eight forks, 7 1/2",
eight salad forks, 6 ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Contessina by Towle Sterling Silver Floral Flatware Set for 8 Service 45 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Contessina by Towle, circa 1965, floral repousse sterling silver flatware set - 45 Pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 9"
8 forks, ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Master Gold by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware, Set For 12 Service Vermeil
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old Master Gold by Towle Sterling Silver flatware set - 48 pieces. This set is vermeil (completely gold-washed) and includes:
12 Knives, 8 7/8",
12 Forks, 7 1/4",
12 Salad Forks,...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chippendale by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Service For eight Set 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chippendale by Towle Sterling Silver flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 8 3/4",
8 Forks, 7 3/8",
8 Salad Forks, 6 3/4",
8 Teaspoons, 6 1/8",
8 Place Soup Spoons, 6 3/4"
Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary.
Excellent condition, not monogrammed. This set will be beautifully professionally polished and sealed in plastic sleeves prior to shipping.
This delicate pattern mimics the graceful, curving leg of an 18th century Chippendale chair...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Flutes by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 58 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Silver Flutes by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 58 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9 5/8",
12 forks, 7 3/4",
12 salad forks, 7",
12 teaspoons, 5 3/4",
one gravy ladl...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Empire by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 79 Pieces Vintage Chest
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous Empire by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 79 pieces. This set includes:
Six dinner knives, 9 3/8".
Six dinner forks, 7 1/2".
Six knives, 8 1/2".
Six forks, 7".
Six sala...
Category
1890s Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Blithe Spirit by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 58 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Blithe spirit by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 58 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9 1/4",
12 forks, 7 1/4",
12 salad forks, 6 3/4",
12 teaspoons, 6",
one gravy lad...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Awakening by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon 42 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Awakening by Towle sterling silver flatware set of 42 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 8 3/4",
eight forks, 7 5/8",
eight salad forks, 6 1/2",
eight teaspoons, 6",
eight...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set for 12 Service 78 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 78 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner size knives, 9 1/2",
12 dinner size forks, 7 1/2",
12 salad forks, 6 1/2", ...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Gadroon by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
English gadroon by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 48 Pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 8 3/4"
12 forks, 7 1/8"
12 salad forks, 6 1/4"
12 teaspoons, 5 3/4"
Includes bonus...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
El Grandee by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 12 Set Vermeil Gold 48 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
El Grandee Gold by Towle Sterling Silver flatware set - 48 pieces.
Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table, especially when paired with gold rimmed china...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 51 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 51 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9",
12 forks, 7 1/4",
12 salad forks, 6 1/2",
12...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 82 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 82 Pieces. This set includes:
8 knives, 8 7/8"
8 forks, 7 1/4"
8 salad forks, 6 1/2"
8 teaspoo...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Blithe Spirit by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 61 Pieces New
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused Blithe Spirit by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware set - 61 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 9 1/8"
8 Forks, 7 1/4"
8 Salad Forks, 6 5/8"
8 Teaspoons, 5 7/8"
8 Place Soup ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chippendale by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 67 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chippendale by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 67 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 8 7/8",
12 forks, 7 1/4",
12 salad forks, 6 5/8",
12 teaspoons, 6 1/8",
12 place so...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mary Chilton by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 52 pcs Dinner Size
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner Size Mary Chilton by Towle sterling silver Flatware set - 52 pieces. This set includes:
8 Dinner Size Knives, 9 3/4"
8 Dinner Size Forks, 7 7/8"
8 Salad Forks, 6 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Gadroon by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 70 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
English gadroon by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 70 pieces. This set includes:
eight knives, 8 3/4",
eight forks, 7 1/8",
eight salad forks, 6 1/4",
eight teaspoons, 5 3/...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage, New and Antique Sterling Silver
Dining and entertaining changed drastically when we began to set our tables with sterling silver for holiday gatherings, wedding receptions, engagement parties and, in some of today’s homes, everyday meals.
Often called the “Queen of metals,” silver has been universally adored for thousands of years. It is easy to see why it has always been sought after: It is durable, strong and beautiful. (Louis XIV had tables made entirely of silver.) Sterling silver is an alloy that is made of 92.5 percent silver — the “925” stamp that identifies sterling-silver jewelry refers to this number. The other 7.5 percent in sterling silver is typically sourced from copper.
Neoclassical-style sterling-silver goods in Europe gained popularity in the late 18th century — a taste for sterling-silver tableware as well as tea sets had taken shape — while in the United States, beginning in the 19th century, preparing the dinner table with sterling-silver flatware had become somewhat of a standard practice. Indeed, owning lots of silver goods during the Victorian era was a big deal. Back then, displaying fine silver at home was a status symbol for middle-class American families. And this domestic silver craze meant great profitability for legendary silversmith manufacturers such as Reed & Barton, Gorham Manufacturing Company and the International Silver Company, which was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898, a major hub of silver manufacturing nicknamed “Silver City.”
Today, special occasions might call for ceremonial silver designed by Tiffany & Co. or the seductive sterling-silver cutlery from remarkable Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, but there really doesn’t have to be an event on the calendar to trot out your finest tableware.
Event- and wedding-planning company maestro Tara Guérard says that some “investment pieces,” such as this widely enamored alloy, should see everyday use, and we’re inclined to agree.
“Sterling-silver flatware is a must-have that you can use every single day, even to eat cereal,” she says. “Personally, I want a sterling-silver goblet set for 12 to 20; I would use them every time I had a dinner party. Ultimately, there are no criteria for buying vintage pieces: Buy what you love, and make it work.”
Whether you’re thinking “ceremonial” or “cereal,” browse a versatile collection of vintage, new and antique sterling-silver wares on 1stDibs today.