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Sterling Silver For Sale
Collection of Wallace Silver Sterling Tea Set, 5 Pieces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of five Wallace sterling silver tea or coffee. Coffee pot / tea pot, creamer and sugar. Sugar cube bowl on feet.
Measures: Coffee pot - 10 wide x 11 high x 5 deep
Tea pot...
Category
Mid-20th Century American William and Mary Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Spanish Sterling Ecclesiastical Incense Burner & Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Spanish Sterling Ecclesiastical Incense Burner & Stand
Spain, Later 19th Century
Hallmarked
we are pleased to offer a rare and remarkable piece of religious artistry with this complete 19th century Spanish sterling Baroque style incense burner. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, it embodies the elegance and spiritual significance of ecclesiastical treasures.
This incense burner consists of two pieces that come together harmoniously. The standing column with its arched support provides a regal and stable base for the removable two-part urn motif incense burner. The silver chain adds a touch of grace and functionality to the design, allowing for easy handling.
Ready to be placed and used, this incense burner is a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Spanish silversmiths. It is hallmarked, attesting to its authenticity and quality. Unweighted and stable, it is both a decorative and functional piece, weighing approximately 7.2 ounces of silver.
The overall measurements of this incense burner are 10 inches in height and 5 inches in width, raised on a 3.5-inch diameter pedestal base. The removable silver incense burner urn measures 4 inches in height and 2 inches in diameter, providing ample space for the burning of sacred incense.
Embrace the beauty and spiritual significance of this Spanish sterling ecclesiastical incense burner & stand. Whether displayed as a cherished religious artifact or used in religious ceremonies, it serves as a symbol of devotion and reverence.
Don't miss this opportunity to own this rare and complete 19th century Spanish sterling incense...
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Buccellati Sterling Silver Ponza Tea Caddy Spoon with Lobster Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Italian silver tea caddy spoon.
By Buccellati.
In sterling silver.
The bowl engraved with concentric ovals like a shell and the handle in the form of a lobster.
Fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Siver 4-Piece Tea and Coffee Service
Located in London, GB
A fine quality antique Victorian silver four piece tea and coffee set in exceptional, original condition. The set comprises a coffee pot, tea pot, milk jug and sugar basin, the latte...
Category
1840s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Candlesticks, 1916
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer this pair of sterling silver candlesticks in the Plymouth pattern by Gorham Silversmiths, circa 1916. They have a scalloped base and bobeche and the body also h...
Category
1910s American Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Onslow by James Robinson Sterling Silver Flatware Dinner Service Set 24 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Onlsow by James Robinson
For 70 years, James Robinson has been selling exquisite handmade sterling silver flatware in Sheffield, England. Today, the silver is still made in the t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Wine Coolers / Champagne Ice Buckets 1839
Located in London, GB
A pair of impressive Antique Victorian Solid Silver Wine Coolers with magnificent acanthus leaf handles. The Rim of the cooler and the spread foot are decorated with elegant classic...
Category
19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Redlich & Co American Victorian Sterling Silver Tray
Located in Forney, TX
An exquisite antique decorative sterling silver tray with heavy repose flower and leaf pierced openwork motif by Redlich & Co. New York, NY. Engraved "Happy New Year" "From APF 1896"...
Category
19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century, French, Sterling Silver and Mother-of-Pearl Fish Cutlery
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 19th century French Sterling silver and mother-of-pearl fish cutlery, service for 8 people.
8 Forks and 8 knives. French punch (minerve) and Stamp R&C of the silversmith....
Category
1890s French Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Paul Revere by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Luncheon Service 40 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Paul Revere by Towle sterling silver flatware set, 40 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 8 7/8",
Eight forks, 7 1/8",
Eight salad forks, 5 3/4",
Eight teaspoons, 5 3/4",
...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Husk Shell by Chawner & Vander Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Fitted Chest
Located in Big Bend, WI
English Sterling flatware service in fitted chest
Husk Shell AKA Fiddle Husk flatware set - 91 pieces. This service includes pieces by Mary Chawner c1835 as well as by CJ Vander c...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Arts & Crafts Period Sterling Silver Candlesticks With Rivet Detailing from 1904
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by Henry Wigfull, this wonderful pair of Edwardian, antique, sterling silver candlesticks are the height of Arts & Crafts style. They are simplistic i...
Category
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cigar Box Cylindrical for table blue enamel on guilloche Salimbeni.
Located in Firenze, FI
Cylindrical table cigar box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloché, with hinged lid. Modern contemporary style. Diameter cm. 5 height cm....
Category
1990s Italian Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century Peruvian Silver Tea and Coffee Set by Camusso
Located in London, GB
20th century Peruvian silver tea and coffee set by Camusso
Peru, Early 20th Century
Tray: Height 5cm, width 78cm, depth 45cm
Teapot on stand: Height 48cm, width 23cm, depth 21cm...
Category
20th Century Peruvian Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
The Candelabra, 7 Flames Sterling Silver Candelabra, Made in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
The Candelabra - 7 flames sterling silver candelabra - Made in Italy - ag/925/g 2980
handcrafted in Milano, in our workshop
Embossing, chisel, casting: silversmith's skills, all in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
George II sterling silver pourer with lid, London, 1734
Located in Brescia, IT
Description
George II sterling silver pourer with lid, London, 1734. Flared body with subtly molded stepped circular base. Finely chiseled floral carvings and foliage on the surface,...
Category
1730s British George II Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons 1993
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage English straight sterling silver Hanoverian Bead pattern canteen of cutlery for twelve persons - boxed; an addition to our vintage flatware collection.
The pieces of this exceptional vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver canteen of cutlery for twelve persons have been crafted in the Hanoverian bead pattern.
The anterior and posterior surfaces of each handle are embellished with paralleling bead decorated borders.
This 124 piece canteen of cutlery includes:
Basic Service:
12 Table knives
12 Table forks
12 Soup spoons
12 Dessert knives
12 Dessert forks
12 Dessert spoons
12 Fish knives
12 Fish forks
12 Teaspoons
12 Coffee spoons
Additional Pieces:
4 Table/Serving spoons
This exceptional and comprehensive service benefits from the solid silver fish service.
The components of this cutlery service have been crafted by the flatware specialists Carr's of Sheffield Ltd in 1993.
This exceptional sterling silver flatware set can be supplied with the original lift up lid and one drawer canteen box...
Category
1990s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Picture Frame Viennese Art Nouveau style Oval portrait Salimbeni
By Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Oval shaped external photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamels on guilloché and hand-painted floral miniatures. Viennese Art Nouveau style, s...
Category
1960s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Handmade Table Mirror Baroque revival
Located in VALENZA, IT
Sterling silver rectangular table mirror.
The mirror is embossed with leaves and scrolls with gilded and burnished finishing
Measure: 2,500 grams.
Category
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Koch & Bergfeld German Silver Teaspoons with Gold Plate and Enamel, 1884-1893
Located in Delft, NL
Koch & Bergfeld German silver teaspoons with gold plate and enamel, 1884-1893
Koch & Bergfeld silver with gold-plated teaspoons with blue and white enamel
In a presentation box c...
Category
19th Century German Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Pair Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Large Tazzas / Compotes in Grape Pattern #264A
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Georg Jensen pair of sterling silver tazzas or compote bowls in the celebrated Grape pattern number 264A, made in the 20th century, beautifully hand hammered and showcasing stylized ...
Category
20th Century Danish Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Italia Sterling Silver Juicer
Located in VALENZA, IT
Squeezer in sterling silver.
The top is hinged with the bottom.
The body is rounded and the handle is made with two solid sterling silver bars.
In the lower part it has been embos...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Other Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Blossom Pattern Sterling Pieces
By Georg Jensen
Located in Riverdale, NY
Set of 3 Georg Jensen handmade sterling serving pieces with early hallmarks in the Blossom pattern. A pair of master salt spoons and candy server. 1940's ...
Category
1940s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Italian Mid-Century Modern Silver Box
Located in New York, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern 800 silver box. Rectangular with straight sides and thumb rest. Cover flat and hinged with tab. Allover engine-turned curvili...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
San Lorenzo by Tiffany and Co Sterling Silver Flatware Service 8 Set 52 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Designed with an eye for balance and proportion, each piece of Tiffany & Co. flatware is a masterpiece of form and function. SAN LORENZO (c. 1916) San Lorenzo was introduced by Tiffa...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
George III Sterling Silver Salver, William Bennett, 1809
Located in Glasgow, GB
A 1809 George III sterling silver salver by William Bennett, showcasing an oblong form with a gadrooned and shell border, adorned with C-scrolls, foliate swags, and an engraved armor...
Category
Early 1800s British George III Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Stunning George IV Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen - London 1827
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1827 by Benjamin Preston, this incredible, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, is a masterpiece of the regency style, with cast and applied feet and handles,...
Category
1820s English Regency Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georgian by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 64 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Georgian by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware set, 64 pieces. This set includes:
12 Knives, 9 1/4"
12 Forks, 7"
12 Salad Forks, 6 1/4"
12 Teaspoons, 5 5/8"
12 Gumbo Soup Spoons, 6 7/8"...
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Edwardian Cut Crystal & Sterling Silver Inkwell, Circa 1900's
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fine antique English Edwardian Hallmarked cut crystal and sterling silver inkwell, Circa 1900's.
Category
20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Rare "Safed" kiddush cup, late 19th century Poland/ Eretz ISRAEL
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
This 84 silver cup was made in Europe, in Poland or parts of Poland that are in modern Russia in the 19th century, the interesting and important in this cup types is that they were s...
Category
1890s Israeli Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century French Silver Egg Cup with Floral Decoration
Located in Sofia, BG
Nice silver egg cup with round decoration, could be easily engraved to become a beautiful present.
France, circa 1890.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Pair of Scottish George III Silver Salvers, Edinburgh 1818, McVicar Crest
By John McKay
Located in Glasgow, GB
A pair of Scottish George III sterling silver salvers by John McKay, Edinburgh, 1818. The salvers are of plain circular form with a reeded rim, on three paw feet, with the McVicar cr...
Category
1810s British George III Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wedgwood by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful, heirloom quality Wedgwood by International sterling silver flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 8 3/4".
Eight forks, 7 1/4".
Eight salad forks, 6 1/...
Category
1920s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Frank Gardner Hale Sterling and Enamel Box
By Hale
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare Arts & Crafts silver and Limoges enamel box by Bostonian Arts and Crafts Metalsmith and Jeweler, Frank Gardner Hale. The hand enameled plaque depicti...
Category
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Oval Silver Salver by William Bennett, 1800
Located in Delft, NL
An English oval silver salver by William Bennett, 1800
An English silver oval salver with reed edge, engraved and raised on four feet. The salver shows traces of use and please feel free to take a closer look at the details in the pictures (dent, scratches)
The salver is made by William Bennett and is registered at 1796 and died 1825 in England
The salver has English silver hallmarks...
Category
Early 1800s English Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
800 Silver Breadstick Holder, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
800 silver breadstick holder, Italy, 1980s
Found in a noble apartment, it weighs 178.5 grams.
Regularly stamped with state stamps.
Good conditions. Like all silver objects, with prof...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Jewelry Box
Located in VALENZA, IT
Jewelry box in 925 sterling silver. The body of the box is rectangular and shaped which makes its line light and harmonious. The hinged lid is hand-engraved with volutes and Florentine lilies...
Category
1990s Italian Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Brooch/Pin, stamped Beau Sterling CLOSING SALE
Located in Warrenton, OR
Sterling Silver Brooch/Pin, stamped Beau Sterling CLOSING SALE
*****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY*****
This Beau Sterling leaf motif brooch is about 3" long and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique George 111 Silver Bright Cut Helmet Cream Jug Dated 1796 Solomon Hougham
Located in London, GB
Antique George 111 Silver Bright Cut Helmet Cream Jug Dated 1796 Solomon Hougham
Lovely bright cut engraving with original hammer marks inside.
Category
1790s English George III Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Ice champagne Bucket
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sterling Silver champagne bucket
1970's Italian work
800 silver hallmark
Weight: 1.034 grams
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Solid Silver Vase with Handles in the Etruscan Style
Located in VALENZA, IT
Vase in Etruscan style with handles in silver, completely handmade in Italy in solid 800 silver.
The embossing and the chisel reproduce scenes of Etruscan life, tipic from the pre-Ro...
Category
1960s Italian Other Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Rare California Modern Clemens Friedell Sterling Silver Martele Caviar Bowl
By Clemens Friedell
Located in New York, NY
Rare California Modern American Arts & Crafts sterling silver Martele work hand hammered caviar bowl by Clemens Friedell, 1872-1963, Pasadena, Califor...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Table Box Four-Leaf Clover Malachite Stone and Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Table box in the shape of a four-leaf clover in sterling silver 925/1000 gold plated and real malachite stone petals. Dimensions cm. 12 x 12 x 2.5 . Silver weight gr. 340. Designed b...
Category
1970s Italian Other Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Malachite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Large George iv Silver Sideboard Dish, Made by Joseph Angell II, 1828
Located in London, GB
A large George IV silver sideboard dish, made by Joseph Angell II, 1828
English, early 19th century
Diameter 75cm, depth 10cm
This magnifice...
Category
Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver and Cut-Glass Water Pitcher by New York Maker
By Adelphi Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian cut-glass water pitcher with sterling silver collar. Curved body with cut geometric and plant ornament and faceted c-scroll handle. Colla...
Category
Late 19th Century American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Solid Silver Jewelery Box Baroque Style
Located in VALENZA, IT
Jewelery box in solid 800 silver in Baroque style.
This box was made by faithfully and perfectly copying the fashion jewelry boxes in the noble houses and villas in Italy in the 18t...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Sterling Silver
Materials
Agate, Silver
Pavillion by Calegaro Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 121 pcs Dinner
By Calegaro
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Dinner size Pavillion by Calegaro Italian 925 Sterling Silver Flatware set - 121 pieces. This gorgeous service includes:
12 Larg...
Category
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Flower Vase, William Hutton & Sons, c. 1903
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
William Hutton & Sons. London, Birmingham & Sheffield. circa 1903.
An exceptional Art Nouveau silver and vase by William Hutton dated ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Evening Bag Sterling Silver Shape of an Envelope Black Fired Enamel Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Evening bag in the shape of an envelope in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Measure cm. 8.2 x 4.7 x 13.5 - interior with beveled mirror and velvet lining. With trian...
Category
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold
Antique Silver Rococo Style Sugar Bowl, Decorative Objects Gold Gilding Inside
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique valuable silver box or Decorative sugar bowl with lid pressed, cast and chased, gold gilding on the inside. Oval, domed body on short, curved feet with hinged, vaulted lid. A...
Category
Late 19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Tiffany & CO Spoon and Fork Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver fork and spoon set by the world renowned Tiffany & CO. Designed in the “Vine” aka “Fruits & Flowers” pattern of 1872. The handles have an elabora...
Category
1880s American Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Debussy by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service, 67 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Debussy by Towle sterling silver flatware set of 67 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives, 9".
12 forks, 7 1/2".
12 salad forks, 6 1/2".
12 ...
Category
1950s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Gorham Sterling Silver Hand-Hammered Footed Fruit Bowl
By Tiffany & Co., Gorham
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique fruit bowl or centerpiece.
By Gorham.
In sterling silver.
Dating to 1896.
With a hand-hammered, heavy-gauged wide rim with repou...
Category
1890s American Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Rare Danish Eighteenth-Century Silver Soup Tureens with Trays
Located in London, GB
Pair of rare Danish eighteenth-century silver soup tureens with trays
Danish, 1750
Tureens: height 27cm, width 33cm, depth 20cm
Trays: height 6cm, width 45cm, depth 28cm
The su...
Category
1750s Danish Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
20th Century Italian Round Sterling Silver Jewelry Box
By Pampaloni
Located in VALENZA, IT
Round shape sterling silver jewelry box. The simplicity of the forms and the harmony of the proportions make it suitable for all settings.
The lid of the jewelry box has a knob hand...
Category
1990s Italian Other Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal Husk by CJ Vander English Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner 107
By C.J. Vander
Located in Big Bend, WI
C.J. Vander was the last of England's preeminent silver firms, creating exceptional silver masterpieces using the time-honored traditions of the silversmith's art. In fact, they were...
Category
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Presentation Car Model (1984)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive cast sterling silver presentation car model on plinth; an addition to our diverse vintage silverware collection.
This exceptional and rare, vintage English cast sterling silver presentation ornament has been realistically modelled in the form of a 1910s era car* on a wooden plinth.
The impressive silver car model is embellished with details reproducing the fine definition of the vehicle's body work and fabric features.
The car is fitted with axles to the underside allowing the functional wheels to rotate.
This exceptional vintage silver detachable model surmounts the original oak wood plinth, accented with the original hallmarked vacant silver inscription plaque to the anterior chamfered face.
* Whilst the exact car model cannot be declared, the piece bears similarities to the style of a Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost and ALFA 24 HP.
Condition
This vintage sterling silver car...
Category
1980s Vintage Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Paul Stor 1799 Antique Twelve Sterling Silver Plates
By Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive set of 12 antique Georgian English sterling silver plates made by Paul Storr; an addition to our range of collectable dining silverware
This magnificent set of 12 antique George III sterling silver plates has a plain circular form.
The raised border is embellished with an impressive bright cut engraved crest of an arm in armour embowed, holding in the hand a scythe in bend Dexter.
Each antique plate is ornamented with a fine and impressive gadroon decorated border to the rim.
The circular well of each plate is plain and unembellished.
The underside of each plate retains the silversmith’s centre punch mark.
These exceptional Georgian plates were crafted by one of the most famous and revered London silversmiths Paul Storr.
The surface of each plate has a fine color and patination.
Patination or patina is a subtle coloration or tarnish which forms on the surface of some metals, produced by oxidation or other chemical processes. A good patina proffers an aesthetically pleasing look.
Condition
These antique silver Paul Storr...
Category
1770s English George III Antique Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, 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.