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Picture Frame Red enamel Empire Style Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Large octagonal table frame for round photos diameter cm. 7, in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent fired enamel on sunburst guilloche, with Napoleon III French Empire style borders and ornaments. External cm. 17 x 17. Weight gr. 483. Designed by Giorgio Salimbeni in 1978 on the inspiration of previous artefacts from the early 1900s and manufactured in Florence at the headquarters of the Salimbeni company with completely manual execution by artisan artists with a very thick plate and large reinforcements suitable to support numerous high-fire enameling firings at approximately 750 < 800° C. It is a new object that has never been used but is considered vintage because it was built more than 20 years ago. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this fine box include: manufacturer's mark: 391FI metal mark fineness:925 Art Deco was also born in France and is the abbreviation of "Art Decoratif". With more decisive and geometric features than Art Nouveau, therefore more evident and "harder", with always contrasting and strong colours, Art Deco spread throughout the world, from Shanghai's China to the under construction New York and in various parts of Europe. Many artists and designers of the time dedicated themselves to the creation of drawings, paintings, objects for personal use and furniture, interior furnishings, entire buildings and skyscrapers, in this new style. Sandoz in Paris, Lalique with its crystals, Puiforcat with its silverware, Erté with its "ante litteram" fashion designs, Tiffany with its table lamps, Louis Cartier with its objects inspired by the Far East (hence the connection with Shanghai). Salimbeni was able to interpret and propose new objects inspired by Art Deco, in precious metals, semiprecious stones and fired enamels, when, exhibiting at jewelery exhibitions in the United States, and more precisely in New York, he made contact with Cartier buyers first, and also with Tiffany later, and for them he created objects in this style inspired by the original drawings of Louis Cartier, obtained from the buyer of the time, but with absolutely different and original designs and interpretations. Many of the objects produced by Salimbeni for Cartier in the United States had taken inspiration from famous Cartier objects belonging to famous people. An example of all is Mary Pickford's set consisting of a powder compact, cigarette case, pill case and evening handbag. About cooperation Salimbeni and Cartier. Our first meetings with the Cartier USA Company took place through the Giorgini Company, the first "Buying Office" set up in Florence immediately after the Second World War, which had the purpose of bringing together Florentine, and also Italian, producers with American buyers, who especially appreciated the artistic objects still manufactured by artisans who still took inspiration from the Italian Renaissance, using techniques handed down from generation to generation. Mrs. Gina Pestelli, wife of a Florentine retail jeweller, was in charge of contacts with Cartier USA, above all an employee, while her daughter, also for Giorgini, took care of the fashion that in those years was affirmed in Florence with the events of "Pitti ". With their help, we began to supply frames and boxes in sterling silver gold plated with malachite and other semi-precious stones. At the same time, the official buyer of Cartier, Mr. William Smith, began to appreciate and commission the first objects with fired enamels, a process of which we have always been specialists. In 1975 we began exhibiting at the prestigious New York Jewellery Association Show, which we participated in both the February and July editions, for a good 26 years until 2001. In New York in those years the "Art deco style" was still very much appreciated, still mindful of the beautiful early 20th century architecture of the great buildings such as the "Crysler" or the "Empire State". We then began to produce frames, boxes, evening bags, "objets de vertu" and other objects in "art deco style" which were very popular with Mr. Smith who gave us some photocopies of Louis Francois Cartier drawings to reproduce them. Thus, numerous cigarette cases, powder compacts, evening bags, frames and table boxes were created exclusively for Cartier USA which, at the time, had the prestigious "Silver Department" on the first floor of the Cartier store on Fifth Avenue. An evening bag, with matching cigarette case and powder compact, were redone on the design created for a gift given to Mary Pickford at the time. In a 1986 Cartier...
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1970s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Silver Box by Simon Rosenau with a Scene of 5 Men Drinking in the 17th Century
By Simon Rosenau
Located in Delft, NL
Silver Box by Simon Rosenau with a scene of 5 men drinking in the 17th Century Richly decorated silver box, interior covered with a yellow fabric, raised...
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19th Century German Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Sliver Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Tea Strainer Moscow, 1908
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Russian Imperial silver-gilt cloisonné enamel tea strainer, Moscow, circa 1908. The handle having floral enamel decoration to the front & rear and a spiral stem...
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Early 1900s Russian Baltic Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Dolores by Shreve Sterling Silver Flatware Service Dinner Set 37 Pcs S Monogram
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dolores by Shreve sterling silver Dinner size flatware set - 37 pieces. Great starter set! This Arts & Crafts pattern was introduced in the year 1909 and features a unique raised bor...
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Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of George III Period Sterling Silver-Gilt Serving Spoons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of beautiful, George III Period, sterling silver gilt serving spoons, London, year-hallmarked for 1770, Thomas Evans and George Smith III - makers. E...
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1770s English George III Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Gorham Sterling Silver Floral Repoussé Chambersticks, circa 1920-1930, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of Gorham sterling silver Chambersticks, circa 1920-1930. A beautiful Repoussé pattern of roses, fans, shells, and scrolls. Each with a finger holder, charming for the bedsid...
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1920s American American Classical Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Large Antique English Oak and Sterling Silver Drinks Tray, 1902
Located in Bath, GB
A very smart large serving / drinks tray; more usually found with silver plated fittings, this grand tray is fitted with solid English silver fittings fully hallmarked for Birmingham...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Period Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
By Salmon & Gluckstein Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, Birmingham, England, Ca. 1910 (year mark is rubbed), Salmon and Gluckstein, Ltd.- makers. Measures 2 1/2 inc...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Silver Cup with Malachite Taxco-Los Castillo
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Silver globet with malachite Taxco-Los Castillo in excelent condition the piece is stamped Los Castillo Taxco sterlin 925. Discover silverware los Castillo, a jewelry store in Taxc...
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1960s Mexican Modern Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver Crystal Decanter
Located in New York, NY
An English sterling silver and crystal spirits decanter, circa 20th century, England. A beautiful cut crystal spirits decanter with silver mount and c...
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Mid-20th Century English Sterling Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Dobson & Sons Victorian English Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle
By Thomas William Dobson 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver spirit kettle; an addition to our Victorian silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique sterling silver spirit kettle has an elongated octagonal paneled, rounded form. The surface of this Victorian spirit kettle is embellished with bright cut engraved circular motifs amidst undulating borders in addition to a broad band of applied ribbed ornamentation. Either side of the kettle is ornamented with two chased floral decorated pegs, allowing the kettle to sit securely on the Stand. The protruding scalloped shoulders are ornamented with further bright cut engraved decoration. This antique kettle...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Buccellati Sterling Silver Old Italian 2-Piece Salad Set in Original Pouch
Located in New York, NY
Gianmaria Buccellati, sterling silver 2-piece salad set in Old Italian pattern, consisting of a fork and a spoon, both measuring 10'' in length, and bearing hallmarks as shown. This ...
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20th Century Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Puiforcat (Hermes) - 246pc 950 Sterling Silver & Vermeil Flatware Set + Chest !
Located in Wilmington, DE
The worlds of luxury and craftsmanship often intersect in fascinating ways, exemplifying the pursuit of perfection through design and skill. Two iconic brands that embody this union of artistry and elegance are Puiforcat, the French silversmith, and Hermès, the esteemed fashion house. Despite their distinct histories and expertise, both brands share a common thread of dedication to craftsmanship, quality, and timeless design. The House of Puiforcat (now owned by Hermes) was founded in 1820 by Emile Puiforcat, a visionary silversmith who sought to redefine traditional craftsmanship with a modern perspective. The brand quickly gained recognition for its commitment to exceptional quality and its avant-garde designs that pushed the boundaries of silversmithing. In its early years, Puiforcat became a favored choice for French aristocracy and European nobility, solidifying its reputation as a leading silverware manufacturer. Hermès, a name synonymous with luxury, began its journey in 1837 as a harness workshop in Paris. Founded by Thierry Hermès, the brand initially focused on crafting high-quality leather goods, primarily for horse riders. Over the years, Hermès expanded its offerings and ventured into the world of luxury fashion, establishing itself as one of the most prestigious names in the industry. What sets Hermès apart is its unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and its dedication to the creation of enduring, exquisite pieces. The relationship between Puiforcat (Hermès) and its artisans is a testament to the brand's commitment to excellence. While Puiforcat and Hermès operate in distinct domains—silversmithing and fashion—both brands share a deep-rooted commitment to traditional craftsmanship and quality. This commitment extends not only to the materials used but also to the expertise of the artisans who transform these materials into exceptional creations. The stories of Puiforcat and Hermès, though distinct in their origins and crafts, converge in their shared commitment to craftsmanship, tradition, and timeless design. The legacies of these two iconic brands are not just tales of luxury but narratives of artistry, dedication, and a pursuit of perfection. Puiforcat's innovative silversmithing and Hermès's enduring leather craftsmanship stand as beacons of excellence in their respective fields. Together, they remind us that true luxury is not just about wealth or opulence but is a manifestation of the enduring connection between art and craftsmanship. Puiforcat and Hermès have...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sterling Silver

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Vermeil, 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/...
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1920s Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Large Edwardian Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
Located in New York, NY
Large, Edwardian, sterling silver match - mounted, threaded crystal match striker, having a full, sterling silver match cup, Birmingham, England, 1917, J. Grinsell & Sons makers. Mea...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, London 1781 William Cox III
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1781 by William Cox III, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, is baluster shaped ...
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1780s English George III Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

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...
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Late 19th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Picture Frame
Located in Huntington, NY
Sterling Silver Picture Frame H & S co.
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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Handcrafted Sterling Silver Dolphin Salt Shaker & Pepper Mill Signed Missiaglia
Located in New York, NY
Established in Venice in 1846, Missiaglia is one of the world's premier makers of the finest jewelry objects, as well as a select number of bespoke sterling silver tabletop accessories. This handcrafted stylized sea dolphin shaker and pepper mill showcase the skill of Missiaglia's artisans in rendering life-like plant and animal forms in pure sterling silver. The pieces depict stylized dolphins (fantastical sea monsters) wrapping around tridents. They are replete with incredible details including striated tails and fins, and incredibly fine demilune form scales. The pepper grind...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique American Sterling Silver & Cranberry Glass 114 Perfume Vanity Bottle 58g
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century number 114 ruby glass vanity bottle with overlay featuring pierced sides and beaded edge, and a silver clad monogrammed beaded edge stopper. Made by Watson - Attle...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

A Silver Mezuzah Case, Israel 2nd half 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Lovely Silver Mezuzah Case made in Israel in the 2nd half of the 20th Century. Uniquely made mezuzah case is triangular shaped and tapers downward to a point at its lower end on w...
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Late 20th Century Israeli Sterling Silver

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Silver

American 20th Century Pair Of Solid Silver Lighthouse Salts, Gorham c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A 20th Century pair of novelty cast solid silver salts. Realistically modelled as a lighthouse, the top can be removed to fill up the inside with contents. Hallmarked Sterling silve...
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20th Century American Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Dutch Cruet Pickle Set by Van Kempen and Sons, 1891
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch cruet pickle set by van Kempen and sons, 1891 A cruet set for pickles with a scalloped base with pearl edges of Dutch silver, raised on ball feet and 2 cut crystal lidded pots in the base. The silver base has a twisted stem as a handle. Dutch silver hall marked with the walking Lion 2 ( silver purity of 833/1000) The Master sign...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Elkington & Co Sterling Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit/Dessert Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver and mother of pearl fruit/dessert cutlery set for 12 persons, boxed, an addition to our dining silverware collection. This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver and mother of pearl fruit/dessert flatware set / service consists of twelve knives and twelve forks. The blades of the knives have a rounded form and the forks each have four tines/prongs. The anterior surface of each knife is embellished with fine and impressive bright cut engraved foliate decoration accented with a simplified border to one side. The anterior surface of each fork is ornamented with a bright cut engraved stemmed floral design accented with single leaves. The reverse surface of each piece is plain and unembellished; apart from the featured hallmarks. Each piece of this silver dessert set is fitted with the original carved mother of pearl handle...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass

Crown Princess by International Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 45 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Crown Princess by International / Fine Arts sterling silver Flatware set - 45 pieces with unique pierced floral handles. This set includes: 8 Knives, 9 1/4" 8 Forks, 7 1/4" 8 S...
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20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Old English Tipt by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Dinner Service 78 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
The Old English Tipt pattern was introduced by Gorham in the year 1870. It is a plain pattern with a straight tip, creating a simple, timeless, rectangula...
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Late 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Persian Isfahan Solid Silver Tray / wall plaque
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A mid 20th century Persian Isfahan solid silver / wall plaque or tray of rectangular form. This is a stunning piece of artwork. The tray also features the artist's name, which adds a personal touch and showcases their craftsmanship. One of the most captivating aspects of this tray is its hand-chased decoration depicting Achaemenid figures and winged sphinxes. The Achaemenid Empire was an ancient Persian civilization that existed from the 6th to 4th century BCE, famous for its architectural marvels such as the city of Persepolis. The presence of Achaemenid figures on the tray suggests a tribute to this rich historical era. The winged sphinxes, on the other hand, add a touch of intrigue and mysticism to the design. Depicted with elegance and intricacy, these mythical creatures symbolize power, wisdom, and protection, drawing inspiration from ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Persian cultures. The hand-chased technique used to create the decoration on the tray involves hammering and shaping the metal surface, creating intricate patterns and designs. This meticulous craftsmanship gives the tray a sense of uniqueness and exclusivity, as each detail is carefully shaped by the artist's skilled hands. Overall, the combination of the Achaemenid figures and winged sphinxes on this Isfahan silver tray...
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Mid-20th Century Persian Sterling Silver

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Silver

Sterling Silver and glass Owl Claret Jug decanter
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Claret jug representing an owl in green glass and sterling silver 925 silver hallmark Height: 27 cm
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1970s Spanish Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Jacob Rozenzweig Sterling Silver Spice Tower
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver spice tower; an addition to our silver Judaica collection. ...
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1910s British Vintage Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Charles I English Sterling Silver Chalice
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Charles I English sterling silver chalice; an addition to our collectable range of 17th century silverware. This exceptional antique Char...
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1620s Great Britain (UK) Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Navajo Old Pawn Safety Pin Key-Tag in Sterling Silver
Located in Round Top, TX
A signed Risdon Key-Tag vintage Navajo Old Pawn key tag that has a hand-bezel-set turquoise stones embellishing an extra large safety pin in solid sterling silver. This piece is sign...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Sterling Silver Tiffany Barware Service / 12 People
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Sterling Silver Tiffany barware / tableware silver sherry service for twelve people . Each cup is in great condition . Minor wear consistent with age / use . Maker's mark undersigned...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique 19th Century Dutch 800 Silver Baroque Figural Tankard Stein 835g
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique 19th century Dutch lidded and footed 800 silver tankard/stein / pitcher, with ornate designs, faces and finial; gilded interior. Marked on base “JW 800M.” Provenance: J...
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19th Century Dutch Colonial Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

1950s Web Sterling Silver Embellished Trivet Hot Plate
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents made by Web Silver Company-1950s Sterling Silver Embellished Rosewood Decorative Round Wood Trivet Hot Plate Sterling over Rosewood Macassar Ebony Wood. Maker stamp...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Table Box Heart shape Sky tone fire-enameled on guilloche Salimbeni.
Located in Firenze, FI
Heart-shaped table box in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on guilloché above and below. Modern contemporary style. Dimensions cm. 8 x 8.8 high cm. 2.8. Weight ...
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1990s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling & Crystal Swan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sterling silver & crystal swan would look great in any room of your home. It could be used in a powder room to hold soap or potpourri, in a bedroom to put your jewelry in, in a...
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1940s American Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

German Silver Beaker, Makers Mark SBF, Nuremburg, Circa 1670
Located in London, GB
A high quality beaker embossed with three oval cartouches depicting architectural scenes and swags of fruit suspended from ribbon-bows, on three ball feet. weight 90 grams. This is a...
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1670s German Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gorham Buttercup Pattern Sterling Silver Large Oyster Serving Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine large serving spoon. By Gorham. In the Buttercup pattern. We think that this a rare solid oyster spoon. With a shaped bowl and thick gauged handle. Fully hallmarked to t...
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20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Cutlery Set Solingen In Original Case Set 60 Germany 1950s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Solingen (Rostfei) set of cutlery set made of high-quality stainless steel in the amount of 60 pieces for 12 people in a stylish package. Germany, 1950s. Rust resistant. Mirror pol...
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1950s German Vintage Sterling Silver

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Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Ravich Russian 18th Century Silver Commemorative Tankard for Empress Elizabeth
Located in New York, NY
18th century Russian silver tankard commemorating the death of Empress Elizabeth Petorvna (1709-1761) with a double-sided coin inserted in the l...
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Late 18th Century Russian Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

20th Century Italian Silver Champagne Bucket Conic and Octagonal shape
Located in VALENZA, IT
Conical and octagonal solid silver champagne bucket with convex and flat sectors working. This particular workmanship makes the bucket ve...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Lauzun by Puiforcat Sterling Silver Flatware Set French 77 Pcs with Fitted Box
Located in Big Bend, WI
Jean Elysée Puiforcat was a French silversmith, sculptor and designer. Puiforcat is is considered the "most important French Art Deco silversmith." These handcrafted utensils show...
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20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

BIRKS - Set of Four Sterling Silver & Cut Glass Coasters - Canada - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
BIRKS - Set of four fine quality sterling silver and cut glass coasters - featuring a stackable design with wheel cut glass inserts - signed BIRKS S...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique 18th Century George II Period Sterling Silver Caster, London, 1737
Located in New York, NY
Splendid, beautifully proportioned George II period sterling silver caster, Jabez Daniel, London, 1737. Of classic baluster form with lovely she...
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18th Century British George II Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gorgeous American Art Nouveau Martelé-Style Silver Basket
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous turn-of-the-century Martelé-style Art Nouveau 950 silver basket. Made by Black, Starr & Frost in New York. Flared and ovoid mouth fand cylindrical body flowing into spread f...
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

Art Nouveau Glass Carafe Silver Fittings Cold Duck Maillard Frères & Vazou Paris
By Maillard Freres & Vazou 1
Located in Vienna, AT
Carafe of clear glass in the form of a drop, the wall divided into four segments by vertical cuts, three segments with elaborately cut floral, foliate and volute bindings, fourth seg...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Leaf Form Catchall Tray
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco style sterling silver leaf shaped catchall tray or jewelry dish By Tiffany & Co. (signed to the underside) USA, 20th Century Measures: 6.13"W x 4.13"D x 1.38"H...
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20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Clan Kerr Engraved Cigar Case Taylor & Perry Birmingham
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & rare antique sterling silver engraved cigar case, with the family crest & motto for the Scottish Clan Kerr, made by Taylor & Perry, Birmingham, 1840. The case is finely & profusely engraved with a scrolling foliate design, the hinged lid closes tightly and with ease, the case having the hallmarks for makers Taylor and Perry...
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Period Louis XVI Sterling Table Spoon, Paris, 1789
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Period Louis XVI sterling table spoon, Paris, 1789 A tour de force of the Louis XVI style with applied medallion handle. The oval flat edge gold-...
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18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Tall Edwardian Sterling Silver Neoclassical Column-Form Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Tall, Edwardian, sterling silver, neoclassical, column-form candlesticks, Birmingham, England, 1914, Bayliss and Coulthard - makers. Measures: 12 1/2 high x 5 wide x 5 deep (at squar...
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1910s English Neoclassical Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Hammered Sterling Silver Bottle Opener
Located in New York, NY
This gleaming Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Hammered Sterling Silver Bottle Opener originates from the United States, Circa 1950. This piece features a handle with a graduated tapered f...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Big Oval Jewel Box Baroque Style, with Miniature Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Jewel box Baroque style, in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated. Jewel Box has fine hand engravings around fired enameled spaces with lapis lazuli type painting. Jewel Box Baroqu...
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Early 2000s Italian Baroque Sterling Silver

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Pattern Breakfast Spoon Service Mixed Set / 8
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An assembled sterling silver breakfast service, consisting of a pastry server, two jam spoons and five mocha spoons - a set of eight in the Classic acorn pattern. Measure: One pasty server 6.5 in. L x 1 3/8 W Five mocha spoons 3.75 in. L x .75 in. H. Initialed with a B on the verso. Two jam spoons 4 3/8 in. L x 1 in. H Designed by Johan Rodhe for Jensen and introduced in 1915, the Acorn pattern is iconic of the European Arts & Crafts movement of the early 1900s. The mocha and jam spoons are showing the Georg Jensen, Denmark mark used circa 1933-1944. The pastry server is marked, USA Royal Danish International Silver...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Vanity Set, circa 1901
Located in High Point, NC
Three piece sterling silver vanity set with hallmarks for Walker and Hall, Sheffield, 1901. They are engraved with he dates 1877 and 1902, so it could have been a birthday gift or an...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Set Of Rare Danish Antique Silverware By Nicolai Brandt, Horsens (1787-1813).
Located in Copenhagen, K
Very nice set of solid silver and horn cutlery for six persons, by famous silversmith Nicolaj Brandt, Horsens, Denmark, 1787-1813.
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Early 1800s Danish Empire Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

George III sterling silver teapot, Paul Storr, London, 1810
Located in Brescia, IT
Description George III sterling silver teapot, Paul Storr, London, 1810. Sterling silver teapot with a low, compact shape. Contoured gadroon edges at both the top and base of the tea...
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1810s British George III Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Table Box Clock Swiss mechanical skeletal movement on the lid Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Large hexagonal table box with clock on the lid, in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with hand-painted fire enamel like lapis lazuli stone, with engravings and decorations hand-e...
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1980s Italian Napoleon III Vintage Sterling Silver

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Old Colonial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 69 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Old Colonial by Towle sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 69 Pieces. This set includes: Eight dinner knives, 9 5/8", eight dinner forks, 7 1/2", eight salad forks, 6 1/4"...
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Late 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Stering Silver Baroque revival round Tureen plus dish
By L'artigiano dell' Argento
Located in VALENZA, IT
Sterling Silver Baroque style tureen with handles and base. The round shape is embellished with chisels, typical of the Baroque style. The tureen is placed on a round waved plate wh...
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Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Modern Bird Motif Sterling Silver Necklace and Earrings Set Graziella Laffi
Located in Atlanta, GA
A highly sculptural sterling silver jewelry suite consisting of a necklace with bird pendent and a matching pair of earrings. The three-piece set was crafted by Peruvian silversmith ...
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Late 20th Century Peruvian Modern Sterling Silver

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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.

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