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Sterling Silver For Sale
Stunning French Silver & Guilloche Enamel Pill Box
Located in Bath, GB
An absolutely stunning enamel box, French in origin with the boars head mark for solid silver (minimum 800/1000). The goldsmith's makers mark is also present, I think GB but a little...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver

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Silver, Enamel

Mid-Century Stromberg Blue Tinted Glass Ice Bucket with Hallmarked Silver Handle
By Stromberg Hytten
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern blue tinted glass ice bucket with silver handle decorated with grapes. Hallmarked and stamped S925. The ice bucket in translucent glass. Attributed to Stromberg, t...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

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Blown Glass

Debussy by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 66 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Debussy by Towle sterling silver Flatware set, 66 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9" 12 forks, 7 1/2" 12 salad forks, 6 1/2" 12 teaspoons, 6" 1...
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20th Century Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Dutch Small Silver Bonbon Basket by C. Hooikaas, 1923
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch Small Silver Bonbon Basket by C. Hooikaas, 1923 Small silver basket by C. Hooikaas A boat shaped basket openwork silver. The silver with hand-sawn vertical bars and arches The...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver

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Silver

Silver-plated bracelet with glass stone by Dansk Smykkekunst, 1970 Denmark.
Located in Oirlo, LI
Silver-plated bracelet with glass stone by Dansk Smykkekunst, 1970 Denmark. This Danish jewelry brand was founded in 1971 and now has one of the largest jewelry collections in Scandinavia. As you would expect from Scandinavian design, this brand is also characterized thanks to the beautiful, sleek design. Dansk Copenhagen...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Sterling Silver

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Silver Plate

Classic Bouquet by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 56 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Classic Bouquet by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 56 pieces. The handle design is a bouquet of flowers with pierced and beaded detailing. This se...
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1970s Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

6 Russian Style Enamel Sterling Spoons, George Edward & Sons, Glasgow, 1888
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
6 Russian Style Enamel Spoons, George Edward & Sons, Glasgow, 1888 This exquisite set of six enamelled sterling silver spoons, measuring 4.5 inches wide x .75 wide x .25 high, is a ...
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Late 19th Century Scottish High Victorian Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Walker & Hall Sterling Silver Four Piece Tea Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver four-piece tea and coffee service, an addition to our silver teaware collection This exceptional, antique Edwardian four piece sterling silver tea and coffee service consists of a coffee pot, teapot, cream jug and sugar basket. Each piece of this fine Chester silver tea set has an oval rounded form, all in the Queen Anne style. The body of each piece is ornamented with panels of fluted decoration, incorporating a contemporary bright cut engraved crest of a wolf chained and collared to one side. The upper rim of each piece is ornamented with an applied moulded border. Both the coffee pot and teapot are fitted with hinged hallmarked domed covers surmounted by the original carved painted wood and sterling silver topped pineapple finials. The silver teapot and coffee pot retain the original carved painted wood handles, featuring a plain scrolling thumbpiece. The cream jug is fitted with an elongated C shaped silver handle and the sugar basket a swing handle, each ornamented with reed decoration. The silver coffee pot, cream jug and sugar basket are each supported by a plain and unembellished oval pedestal foot. The coffee pot, teapot and sugar basket bear the retailer's mark 'Walker & Hall, Sheffield, England' to the underside. Condition This antique solid silver tea set...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Onslow by Tuttle Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 77 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Onslow is finely crafted of heavier weight sterling silver. Impressive in the hand with dramatic pistol handles it is perfect for traditional to transitional table-scapes. This versatile design will transform all of your meals into a special dining experience. Fabulous Onslow by Tuttle...
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1930s Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Gilt Beaker by Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique English sterling silver gilt beaker made by Paul Storr; an addition to our continental silverware collection. ...
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1830s British Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Large Scottish Antique George II Silver Lidded Tankard / Mug Edinburgh 1731
Located in London, GB
A magnificent oversized Antique George II Sterling Silver Lidded Tankard with a classic slightly tapered straight sided form. This Early Georgian Solid Silver Tankard has an impressi...
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Early 18th Century Scottish George II Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

1890s Victorian Queen Anne Style Sterling Silver Spirit Tea Kettle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver spirit tea kettle made in the Queen Anne style; an addition to our antique silver teaware collection This impressive antique Victorian sterling silver spirit kettle on Stand...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Laureate by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 45 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Laureate by Towle sterling silver Flatware set - 45 pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, 8 7/8" 8 forks, 7 3/8" 8 salad forks, 6 5/8" 8 teaspoons, 6 1/8" 8 place soup spoons, 7" 1 g...
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1960s American Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful sterling silver tray has a reticulated border and a fluted rim. It has a pedestal so it’s propped off the surface. It is an octagon shaped...
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Early 1900s American Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

William & Mary by Lunt Sterling Silver Flatware Set of 12 Service Huge
Located in Big Bend, WI
Huge William & Mary by Lunt sterling silver flatware set of 140 Pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 1/2". 12 dinner size forks, 7 5/8". 12 knives, 8 7/8". 12 forks, ...
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1920s Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Tjorn by Dansk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 35 Pieces Modern
Located in Big Bend, WI
The innovative and highly desirable flatware pattern "Tjorn" by Dansk was designed by Danish artist and designer Jens Quistgaard in 1959. It features striking Scandinavian modern design with specially designed blades and handles on the knives are turned 90 degrees. Dansk began operations in 1954 with Quistgaard as founding designer. His designs can be found in museums all over the world. Mi-Century Modern "Tjorn" by Dansk Sterling silver Flatware...
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Mid-20th Century Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

George V Sterling Silver Gallery Inkstand
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver gallery inkstand; an addition to our ornamental office silverware collection This exceptional antique George V sterling silver gallery inkstand has a rectangular form. This inkstand is fitted with a hallmarked gallery, embellished with impressive panels of pierced angular diaper pattern decoration. The body of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with a gadroon decorated border to the rim. The internal frame of the Stand is divided into different sized compartments by pierced decorated dividers reflecting the same design to that of the body. The original hallmarked base has a sliding action which allows it to be removed for cleaning purposes. This antique sterling silver inkstand is supported by four impressive claw and ball feet. The two smaller internal compartments retain the original square glass ink bottles with chamfered edges. The ink bottles retain the original plain hallmarked silver cylindrical mounts fitted with hinged hallmarked covers. The flared rim of each circular cover is encircled with a gadroon style decorated border. Condition This antique inkstand...
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20th Century English Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Silver Centrepiece
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Centrepiece Bowl, oval on four paw feet and with the rim decorated with fern leaves and blossoms. The interior still has some of the original gilding wh...
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1880s American Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

Antique William 1V Silver Christening Mug With Acanthus Leaf Design 1831
Located in London, GB
Antique William V1 Silver Christening Mug With Acanthus Leaf Design 1831 Beautifully made by Henry Wilkinson & Company out of a nice heavy gauge of silver. The cast handle has a love...
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1830s English William IV Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Sterling Silver Tazzas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite pair of sterling silver tazzas was masterfully crafted by Gorham Silversmiths, one of America’s most celebrated silver manufacturers. Each tazza features a wide, shall...
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1880s American Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a pair of sterling silver candlesticks by Redlich & Company. Manufactured during WWII, they have an austere and simple shape and design. This was the period that p...
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1940s American Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art deco sterling silver and blue enamel dressing table set made in 1930
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1930 by Henry Matthews, this stylish, George V period, Sterling Silver & Enamel Dressing Table Set, is in the art deco taste, and comprises a hand mirror,...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Blossom Pattern Sterling Pieces
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 ...
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1940s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Silvered Sea Shell Lister's Conch
Located in New York, NY
Lister's conch fully silvered shell 5". Creel and Gow has been working with the same atelier in Rome, Italy for over 20 years to make our signature silvered shells. Our workshop has ...
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2010s Italian Victorian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Rare 1888 Gorham Sterling Silver Versailles Potato Serving Spoon 12.5”
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorham (American, founded 1831), pattern active 1888-1991. A very rare serving piece in the "Versailles" pattern. This potato spoon features a figural and rococo motif to edge. Marke...
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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sunset by Allan Adler Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 40 pieces Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Alan W. Adler (May 8, 1916 - December 3, 2002) His clean, unadorned and well-crafted style was strongly influenced by the traditional work of early American silversmiths and the con...
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20th Century Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

La Montgolfiere Table Centre, Caviar Display
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
La Montgolfiere table centre - Caviar display Limited edition (50 copies), delivered with a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist, number engraved between I and 50. Cust...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Sterling Silver

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Bronze

Large Antique American Sterling Silver Tyg / Loving Cup by Howard & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique, Edwardian era loving cup (or tyg). In sterling silver. By Howard & Co. - the early 20th century New York City maker's of high-quality, high end silver. With three ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Desk Set stripes enamel Fountain pen, Ballpoint pen and Tray.Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular tray with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamels with two-tone stripes on guilloche and hand engravings, cm. 9.5 x 18. For fountain pe...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sterling Silver

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Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

4-Piece Tea and Coffee Service Plus Tray, Empire Style, 800 Silver, Italy, 1980
Located in Palermo, IT
4-Piece tea and coffee service plus tray, Empire style, 800 silver, Italy, 1980. The service has a total weight of 2,212 kg (coffee pot 439 g and measures 26 x 22 x 11 cm, teapot 38...
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1980s Italian Vintage Sterling Silver

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Silver

Antique English Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery, Fiddle Thread & Shell
Located in London, London
A boxed single maker set of Antique Sterling Silver Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern Flatware, hallmarked in London in 1897 and 1898 by Jackson & Fullerton. Sold with modern Old En...
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1890s English Regency Revival Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Cutlery Set 77 Pieces "Art Decò"
Located in VALENZA, IT
New complete cutlery set 77 pieces in solid silver "Art Decòl" DIVA by Ricci Argenteria Alessandria - Italy. The service is composed as follows: N ° 12 Table forks N ° 12 Table spoo...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver

Continental by International Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 66 Pcs
Located in Big Bend, WI
Continental is the perfect pattern choice for those who are looking for a highly polished, clean, contemporary look. Continental By International Sterling Silver flatware...
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20th Century Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Mid-20th Century Pair of Weighted Sterling Convertible Three Light Candelabra
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-20th Century Pair of Weighted, Sterling Convertible, Three Light Candelabra, Hamilton silversmith makers, with gadrooned rims, thistle sconces, reeded bypass candle arms, taperin...
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Vintage 1965 Irish Sterling Silver Vases / Beakers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of vintage Irish sterling silver vases / beakers made by William Egan & Sons; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. These exceptional vintage Irish sterling silver vases/beakers have a tapering cylindrical form with a subtly flared rim. The surface of each piece is plain and unembellished. Each vase is supported by a plain domed spreading foot. These impressive vintage silver vases...
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1960s Northern Irish Vintage Sterling Silver

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Silver

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Candelabra Pair of 3-Light
Located in Big Bend, WI
Tiffany's luxurious Chrysanthemum silver was designed in 1880. With its flowing curves, swirling vegetation, meandering tendrils and exotic blossoming plants, Chrysanthemum is charac...
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20th Century American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gorham 'Narragansett' Sterling- Silver Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gorham 'Narragansett' Sterling- Silver Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon USA, circa 1890s A rare find, two piece set in one of scarcest patterns of the Gorham Mfg. Co. 'Narragansett', a sculptural Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon, this offering is the example without a slight gold wash finish. This sterling silver shell oyster shell complete with figural crab spoon, a diminutive work, yet a captivating piece is a true testament to the artistry of Gorhams American Aesthetic silversmithing. The oval shell is skillfully encrusted with barnacles, creating a mesmerizing texture, and is raised on a smaller vertical rough piddock shell, complete with a rare addition a intertwined rope crab encrusted nautilus spoon. The shell dish bears the hallmarks of Gorham Silver Company. The serving dish speaks volumes of its quality. Its dimensions, measuring 1.5 inches high, 4.5 inches wide, and 2.5 inches deep, are complemented by the 5-inch by 1-inch wide three-dimensional crab-encrusted nautilus spoon, apparently unmarked. This duo is a rare and unique find, a captivating addition to any table service or collection. Weighing in approximately 5 ounces of sterling silver, this set not only highlights the exceptional craftsmanship of the short lived aesthetic period, embodying the essence of mindful, high-quality Victorian artistry. We are pleased to let you know at the time of posting we are offering another example Gorham 'Narragansett' Gold Washed Sterling Shell Dish...
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Quality Solid Silver Grape Scissors
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian Quality Solid Silver Grape or Wick Scissors, having fantastic ornate shaped handles with grape vine decoration. Maker probably Francis ...
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

Conchiglia aka Shell by Schiavon Italy 800 Silver Flatware Set Service 62 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
The Conchiglia pattern evokes Italy's outstanding marine traditions. Dedicated to committed sea lovers, it's exquisite sophisticated style will appeal to those who demand only the fi...
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20th Century Italian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Chrysanthemum by Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Tea Tray
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. sterling tea tray. It features a border of chrysanthemums and rectangular handles. It has a scrolly monogram ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Large English Modern Sterling Silver Box
Located in New York, NY
Elizabeth II sterling silver box. Made by Padgett & Braham Ltd in London in 1963. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover hinged with gently curved top and tapering tab. Interior ceda...
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1960s English Modern Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Beaded by Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 72 Pcs Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beaded by Georg Jensen sterling silver Flatware set, 72 pieces. This set includes: 8 Dinner Knives, 8 7/8", 8 Dinner Forks, 7 1/8", 8 Salad/Fish Forks, 4-tine, 6 3/4", 8 Teaspoo...
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Early 20th Century Danish Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Flatware Service for 18/5 piece Setting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This complete set of sterling silver flatware is a Classic beauty. Tailored with very Fine detail, this set will never go out of style...
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1920s American Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Pair Antique German Repoussé 800 Silver Cornucopia Cherub Vases Hanau 1890
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of antique German silver cornucopia vases with cherubs, Hanau, circa 1890. The vases most likely by Friedrich Reusswig, a silversmi...
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1890s German Rococo Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

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...
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Mid-20th Century American William and Mary Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Russian Tsarist Silver Cigarette Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Russian tsarist silver cigarette case.
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Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Silver Mustard Pot
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a silver mustard pot with the matching spoon. The lid opens up with a hinge towards the handle and closes completely with a cutout...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Etched Candlesticks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a stunning pair of sterling silver candlesticks by Reed and Barton. The workmanship is simply breathtaking. Scrolls, fans, flowers and leaves come together in this d...
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1910s American Vintage Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co. Arts & Crafts Enameled Sterling Silver Flûte Vase c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tiffany & Co. Arts & Crafts Enameled Sterling Silver Flûte Vase with Monogrammed "B" c1910 (12" x 4 1/8" x 4 1/8"). A stunning example o...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Horse & Jockey Walking Cane Stick
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sterling Silver Horse & Jockey Walking Cane Stick. Marked FP 925 0n side. Stick looks like rosewood but could be mahogany. Brass tip. Some minor wear from use.
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20th Century Unknown Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver and glass ladies inkstand; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This exceptional antique George III sterling silver desk Standish has a navette shaped form onto four bracket feet. This inkstand is encompassed with an applied thread decorated border, in addition to the contemporary engraved initials 'WW'. The rim of the body of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with a paralleling applied reed decorated border. The internal wirework style frame of the stand is divided into three rounded supports. Each internal compartment retains the original rounded glass bottles with cut glass ornamentation in addition to impressive scalloped bases. The ink, pen/quill and pounce bottles retain the original plain silver cylindrical mounts fitted with push fit hallmarked covers. The rim of each circular cover is encircled with applied moulded borders and bears the corresponding functional pierced decorated holes. This large silver ink Standish was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Henry Chawner. Such original ladies examples, in perfect condition, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique inkstand...
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1780s English George III Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 12pcs. Sterling Silver & Box Cake Spatula & TONGS.
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare case set of 12 gilded inside antique valuable floral handle sterling silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Tea / Coffee Spoon Set. A cased set of 1915 12 x silver ...
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1910s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver

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Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large, Art Deco, Sterling Silver-Mounted Threaded Crystal Match Striker
Located in New York, NY
Large, Art Deco, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, 1931, Henry Perkins and Sons - makers. Measures 2 3/4 inches high x 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Dark sp...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Colonial by Tiffany Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 184 Pcs Fitted Chest
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding Colonial by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver Flatware set in large vintage Tiffany fitted chest -184 Pieces. This set includes: 18 din...
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20th Century Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Creamer, Cream Jug
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique sterling silver Creamer or milk jug. This sweet antique Creamer stands on three paw feet and has a squat, pot be...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

1911 Tiffany & Co. Diamond-Encrusted Sterling Silver Polo Trophy
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This magnificent sterling silver polo trophy was crafted by the estimable Tiffany & Co in 1911. The Adam's style urn body and top is brilliantly crafted in the classical vein, with simple braided trim, two elegant long handles, and a neoclassical finial on the top. At center is the show-stopping and impressively sized silver polo player...
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1910s English Adam Style Vintage Sterling Silver

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Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany And Co Sterling Fruit Bowl C 1915
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine quality antique Tiffany and Co round sterling silver bowl featuring an everted rim and a scalloped edge with pierced floral motif. With a...
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Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique French Solid Silver Basket / Centrepiece / Bowl Paris c. 1890
Located in London, GB
An impressive Antique French Silver Centrepiece Bowl in a ornate Rococo style design standing on 4 shaped feet. This unusual Silver Basket has a hinged asymmetrical handle. The Rococ...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Sterling Silver

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Silver

Stunning Sterling Silver "Frog & Lily Pad" Necklace by Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning necklace designed and manufactured in Taxco, Mexico by Emilia Castillo. The piece is made in .950 sterling silver, the piece is inspired in the story of Alicia en el Pais ...
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1990s Mexican Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Onslow Gold by Tuttle Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Eight, Set 32 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous Onslow Gold by Tuttle sterling silver flatware set of 32 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. T...
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20th Century 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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