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Brandimarte 925 sterling silver large tulip wine glass
Located in Perugia, IT
925/ooo sterling silver tulip wine glass Manufactured by Brandimarte - Florence - Italy Made entirely by hand Weight g 226 Height 21 cm Base cm 7 Hammered workmanship has always bee...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Dog Bone Money Clip
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver dog bone money clip with paw inlay. Alex Jona gifts stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Metropolitan Life Insurance Service Medal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver service medal for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company. Made by Tiffany & Co. Presented for faithful service. Simply a wo...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Iris Apfel Estate Personal Teacups And Plates Denmark Hand Painted Wildflowers
Located in New York, NY
From the personal collection of style icon Iris Apfel we have her Set of Six Hand Painted Danish Teacups and Dessert Plates with images of Wildflowers in the style of Royal Copenhage...
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20th Century Danish Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Vintage Vietnamese Silver Tea Set
Located in Cairo, EG
Vietnamese vintage soviet era 1960s silver tea set of tray coffee milk tea and 2 cups and achtray in engraved detailed drawings hall marked with total estimate silver weight of 2kg
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1960s Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

1954 Set Two Spice Casters solid 835 Silver / 184 gr
Located in SE
Two matching Spice Casters decorated with cast flowers and garlands ornaments in solid 830 grade Silver. Both hallmarked with maker's and Swedish customs marks ,imported in 1954 ( ...
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1950s European Rococo Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Small Cartier/Robert Linzeler Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tray/Platter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine French Art Deco serving tray or platter. In 950 fine silver. Of a six-sided or hexagonal form with a shaped edge, stepped rim, and a shallow well. Decorated with a ra...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Silver cup with handmade decorations
Located in BARI, IT
Silver cup with vermeil interior. The exterior is entirely hand-decorated with engravings of fauna and flora motifs. It is made of solid silver by Italian manufacture. The cup, chali...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

1935 Art Deco British Adie Brothers Ltd Sterling Silver Spice Caster / 40gr
Located in SE
British Art Deco period Sterling Silver Spice Caster. British hallmarks : A BROS LTD, Adie Brothers Ltd,city of Birmingham,specific letter " H " for the year 1935 The firm was inco...
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1930s English George III Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

A set of twelve Regency silver dinner plates by Paul Storr
By Paul Storr
Located in London, GB
A set of twelve Regency silver dinner plates by Paul Storr, the twelve plates each with a gadroon border embellished with six cartouche motifs alternating with six shell and acanthus...
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1810s British Regency Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

1919 R.K Bowl solid Coin Silver / 148gr
Located in SE
Old Norwegian Silver Bowl in Neo - Rococo shapes on three carved legs, engraved 30.10 .1919 and monogrammed R. K or K. R Norwegian hallmarks confirming Silver 830- 925 alloy,marks ...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Renaissance Revival Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons
Located in Orimattila, FI
Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons Set of 6 Russian Enamel Spoons Fine and Rare Soviet Silver Spoons. These were pr...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Modernist Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Enamel

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Tomato/Pumpkin Vine Pattern Salad Bowl 9.25" #16806
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver salad bowl in the Tomato or Pumpkin Vine pattern by Tiffany & Co. Designed by Olad Wilford in the Art Deco fashion for the NY World's Fair, featured in Tiffany's dis...
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20th Century Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark 529 Sterling Silver Hammered Tray #15339
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver round tray by Georg Jensen Denmark, circa 1928. Pattern # 529, created by long-time Jensen designer Johan Rohde, this large round tray features a lightly hammered fi...
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20th Century Danish Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian Set dessert Forks and Knives solid Coin Silver Steel
Located in SE
Antique dessert set in Renaissance style, comprising six knives and six forks in Green textile poach. This set was made in Austrian-Hungarian Emp...
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1850s Austrian Renaissance Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Steel

Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Revere Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver Diameter: 7.50 inches Height: 4.25 mm  Weight: 429.69 grams Tiffany & Co. 925 sterling silver revere bowl 7.5". The metal wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Signed Norwegian .830 Silver Figural Mermaid Napkin Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Norwegian figural silver napkin ring. With a cast Mermaid figure in a setting with clouds and building in the background. Marked 830S for .830 silver fineness. Mono...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Italian .800 Silver Fountain of Neptune by Eugenio & Angelo Orefice
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This monumental table fountain was made in Italy during the mid 20th Century and is crafted from silver. The piece has been forged from 800 purity silver (Italian standard) in Milan,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 925 Sterling Silver Padova Baby Cup
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: Silver Diameter: 2.50 inches Height: 2.50 inches Weight: 102.20 grams Silver classic-style cup. The metal was tested and determined to be 9...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Mappin and Webb Large 2 Pint Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
A great large vintage Art Deco Mappin and Webb Cocktail Shaker with juicer
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Sterling Silver Communion Chalice and Paten Made in France.
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Communion Chalice and Paten Made in France. The cover is bent in the case. Kalkki and Lautanen intact. In great condition. T...
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Two Art Nouveau Imperial Russian I.Khlebnikov Glass Holders 84Silver / 250gr
Located in SE
A pair of wonderful Art Nouveau-styled Russian 84 Silver Tea Glass Holders made in Moscow at the workshop of a very famous and one of the finest manufacturers of Russian Silver of th...
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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique German Butter Knife of Paul L.E. von Kleist solid 835 Silver / 71gr
Located in SE
This is a German butter knife of fancy design with hand-engraved ornament on a Gilt blade and a richly decorated handle. Made ca. 1900 -1920s it has hallmarks of M.H . Wilkens - a fa...
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1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Pillar Dollar coin 1760 Super rare coin authentic with certificate
Located in Jupiter, FL
Silver coin with rare history please read the certificate of authenticity as this is a rare piece of history to own. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, located in t...
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17th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique German Lameyer Baron's Serving Platter Tray solid Silver/ 630gr
Located in SE
Antique XIX century large-sized German sterling silver Chippendale serving tray or platter with Chippendale type borders, skillfully hand engr...
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Mid-19th Century German Renaissance Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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18k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bon Bon Serving Spoon
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Beautifully hand pierced and chased with an intricate floral pattern, this Tiffany & Co. sterling silver bon bon spoon is a sweet accent for your serving table. Perfect for dessert, fruit or nuts, this serving spoon measures 7-1/2 inches in length. The ornate bowl...
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1890s American Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

L. C. Tiffany Louis Comfort Tiffany Gold Favrile Glass Bowl Circa 1880s
Located in Westport, CT
This exquisite Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile glass bowl is a true masterpiece of American Art Nouveau craftsmanship, Circa 1882. This rare and elegant piece shimmers with a stunning iridescent gold hue, enhanced by delicate undertones of pink, blue, and purple that dance across its surface in different lighting. Hand-blown and signed "1882 P 1402 L. C. Tiffany...", this bowl is a testament to Tiffany’s pioneering artistry in Favrile glass, which became renowned for its rich luster and mesmerizing color shifts. A perfect addition for collectors of fine antique glass or those who appreciate the timeless beauty of Tiffany’s work. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of history—an extraordinary fusion of light, color, and craftsmanship! Weight/Measurements: - Gross Weight: 332.60 Grams - Top Diameter: 6.60 Inches - Base Diameter: 3.27 Inches - Height: 2.35 Inches Magnificent Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Iridescent Gold Glass Bowl (Circa 1882) Keywords: Louis Comfort Tiffany glass bowl, Favrile iridescent glass, Tiffany art glass bowl...
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Late 19th Century North American Art Nouveau Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

A Rare Mughal Indian Gold and Enamel Mother of Pearl Spoon with Diamonds
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Rare Mughal Indian Gold and Enamel Mother of Pearl Spoon with Diamonds Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of Mughal India with this rare and...
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18th Century Indian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

1897 Empire Centerpiece Cut Crystal Glass 84/ 875 Silver/ 2kg 342gr
Located in SE
Antique Empire Neoclassical Centerpiece 84 ( 875 ) Silver with hand - cut Crystal Bowl / Tray. Base with fine ornaments of Acanthus leaves in sharp detail. Base with dolphin's head ...
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1890s Swiss Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Crystal, Silver

Six-Piece Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Kettle on Cradle W Serving Tray 7.3 Kg
Located in New York, NY
Very Exclusive A Tiffany & Co maker's sterling silver tea set, complete with serving tray. Six Piece Tiffany & Co. Makers Sterling Silver Complete Tea Set Each piece is signed and e...
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1940s Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

1905 Pair of Candle Holders Neoclassical Corinthian Columns / 372 gr
Located in SE
A pair of 1905 Empire Styled solid Sterling Silver candlesticks. Well ornamented neoclassical Corinthian columns decorated with crisp and detailed ribbon swags, garlands and acanthu...
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Early 1900s Swedish Classical Greek Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Small bird salt or pepper shaker mixed metals table decor
Located in Jupiter, FL
Small bird salt shaker or can be a pepper shaker, made from different metals copper, alloys and silver. Lovely piece! Lots of pretty details seems to ...
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18th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Mixed Metal

I. M. Fain Israel Sterling Silver Kiddush Cup #22640
Located in Washington Depot, CT
I. M. Fain Israel Sterling Silver Kiddush Cup - This vintage sterling silver Kiddush cup by I. M. Fain features an ornate design with beaded trim and 6 round turquoise cabochon acce...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Coffee & Tea Pot
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: Sterling Silver Width: 7.25 inches Length: 8.50 inches Weight: 446.07 grams Vintage Tiffany & Co. 925 sterling silver coffee & tea pot. The ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

1737 Danish Floral Bowl solid Silver / 135 gr
Located in SE
Handsome old Danish solid Silver bowl on hollow round feet and twisted handles decorated with floral ornaments. This piece has Danish 18th century hallmarks on the indicate that t...
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1730s Danish Baroque Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique English George III Sterling Silver Wine Funnel by Charles Price, 1820
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Georgian wine funnel & strainer. In sterling silver. By Charles Price. Having a conforming strainer insert with a pierced base, gadrooned edge, and a scrollwork dec...
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1820s British George III Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Wallace Figural Sterling Silver Clam Shaped Bowl No. 393
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage American figural sterling silver bowl. By Wallace. Model no. 393. In the form of a half clam shell supported by a crescent shaped foot. Simply a wonderful piece of...
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20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives (Fruit & Butter), Sterling Silver Accents
Located in New York, NY
A Charming Addition to Your Tableware Collection Elevate your dining presentation with this two-part set of knives, each featuring lustrous mother-of-pearl handles and sterling silv...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 #18392
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 This beautiful wine cup by designer Georg Jensen (Denmark) was meticulously crafted from sterling silver in a gorgeous, h...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen USA Sterling Silver LaPaglia Design Napkin Ring #21186
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen USA sterling silver napkin ring, LaPaglia design. No monogram or engraving. This beautiful napkin ring was designed by Alphonse LaPaglia and features a floral open wor...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

1840 Antique Russian Basket Candy Dish solid 84 Silver / 140 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Basket in solid 84 Silver in Empire style, fire-gilt with cast decorations, in perfect condition after 185 years of existence Measures: 13 cm long x 10 cm wide x 14...
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1840s Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Important Silver Table Garniture Friedeberg Pair Large Candelabra & Centerpiece
Located in Antwerp, BE
An Important silver table garniture comprising a pair of large eight-light candelabra and a centerpiece, by Heinrich Friedeberg, Berlin, circa 1850-1860 Description An Important sil...
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19th Century German Artisan Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Vintage 1923 Peace Silver D Dollar
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 1923 Peace Silver Dollar. Made in USA, 1923 Mint: Denver Comes with a silver purity certificate. The obverse text on the Peace Dollar reads “Li...
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Early 20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique Gustav Klingert Imperial Russian Gilt Silver & Cloisonné Enamel Spoon
By Gustav Klingert
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Russian gilt silver & cloisonné enamel spoon. By Gustav Klingert of Moscow Russia. With a twisted handle and an enamel terminal. The bowl is ...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Enamel

Antique 1891 Morgan O Dollar
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 1891 O Morgan dollar. Silver fineness: 900/1000 Made in USA, 1891 Mint: New Orleans Comes with a silver purity certificate. 1878 is the first year of the popular Morgan dollar series. The Morgan Dollar is one of the most famous coins in American history. It evokes images of the Wild West. Cowboys stepping into a hostile bar and flipping the barkeep a silver dollar for a bottle of Whiskey. If these Morgan Dollars could speak what a story they could tell! However, the designer of one of the most iconic coins in US history was in fact British! George T Morgan was born close to Birmingham in 1845 and would go on to become a contract engraver for The Royal Mint...
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19th Century American Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique 1891 Morgan O Dollar
Antique 1891 Morgan O Dollar
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Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Handle Cake Knife w/Engraving #22988
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Handle Cake Knife with Engraving Engraved Amy & Peter April 1, 1967 The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between G...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Beaded Edge Shallow Footed Bowl 7 3/4" #18881
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver beaded edge shallow footed bowl by Tiffany & Co, pattern #24034. Beautifully smooth polished design with beaded edge shallow bowl and foot. Does not include Tiffany ...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

George III Sterling Silver Teapot by Peter and William Bateman with Bone Finial
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A sterling silver teapot with timber handle and bone finial by Peter & William Bateman of the famed silversmithing Bateman family. The teapot sits atop b...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

One-off Black Diamond and Pearl "Domino" Game set in 925 Solid Silver
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas Contemporary "Domino" Draw Game manufactured in Solid Sterling Silver and setted with: - 168 Black Diamonds with 33,27 ct; - 1 pearl in the center of each piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Black Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

1888 Antique Russian A. Aleksandrov 84 Silver Tea Cup Saucer/ 226gr
Located in SE
Handsome antique Russian solid 84 Silver Tea Mug /Cup and a matching dish. Beautiful pieces with matching hand-engraved decorations. Engraved inscription in Russian on the holder "...
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1880s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

60 Saint Louis Gilt Crystal Champagne Red White Wine Water Glasses Thistle 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exquisite and luxurious set of 60 St. Louis "Thistle" handcrafted gilt faceted crystal glasses for Champagne, red wine, white wine,whisky and water made in France, circa 1950. The five complete sets for twelve person have beautiful scrolled gold details and hand cut notched stems, partly the glasses are signed with the company acid stamp to underside. Founded in 1586 in eastern France, Saint-Louis is the oldest "cristallerie" in Europe, Crystal of Saint Louis is found on royal table settings all-over the world. This set comprises 12 Champagne, 12 red wine, 12 white wine ,12 whisky and 12 water glasses...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Rare Edition Goebel Alphonse Mucha Large Black Glass Vase w/ Swarovski Crystal
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a STUNNING AND MAGNIFICENT Large Alphonse Mucha Four Sided Black Glass Vase "The Stars". Each side Beautifully decorated with Women and Swarovsk...
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20th Century European Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Crystal

Set of Twelve Georgian Sterling Silver Dinner-Plates
Located in London, GB
A set of twelve Georgian sterling silver dinner-plates, eleven with the mark of Thomas Heming, London, 1774, one with the mark of Sebastian and James Crespell, London, 1769 Each shaped circular with gadrooned border, later engraved with two crests, marked underneath, the single example further engraved with scratch weight '18"3' 9 ¼ in. (24.8 cm.) diam. 205 oz. 2 dwt (6,400 gr.) The crests are those of Shaw and Stewart as borne by the Shaw Stewart baronets, probably for Sir John Shaw...
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Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Castilian Sterling Silver 5pc Place Setting w/Monogram #19061
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver 5pc place setting by Tiffany & Co in the Castilian pattern with monogram. Monogram appears to be HCD The Castilian pattern was designed by Arthur LeRoy Barney and introduced in 1929. This 5pc place setting includes 1 of each utensil: New French Pistol...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

4-Piece Coffee Set with Tray in 925 Silver by Messulam, Italy (1900)
Located in Bergamo, BG
Prestigious 4-piece coffee set in 925 silver, crafted in Italy by the renowned artisan Messulam in 1900, in refined 18th-century style. The set includes a teapot, coffee pot, creamer...
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20th Century Italian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

1855 Austrian Empire Spice Caster solid Silver / 106 gr
Located in SE
Antique Austrian solid silver Spice Caster in solid high -grade Silver made in Vienna, capital of the former Austrian - Hungarian Empire. There are Austrian Imperial period hallmark...
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1850s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Crested Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Tea or Coffee Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique crested tea or coffee service. Comprised of a tall tea or coffee pot with a wooden handle, an open sugar, and a creamer in heavy-gauge sterling silver. Each of the 3...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Vintage .900 Silver Cigarette Case w Monogram
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In .900 silver with a smooth sandblast satin-like finish this pre-war collectable cigarette case is a find. Its contoured shape make it easy to carry ...
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1940s American Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

Antique Scottish Quaich or Drinking Bowl by Robert Sawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Scottish quaich. In sterling silver. Smithed by Robert Sawers of Edinburgh in 1901. The quaich is a 2-handed drinking cup or bowl that was tr...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Museum Quality French Bronze Clock Children Cherubs & Venus
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are Offering is a Large and Impressive 19th Century Museum Quality Louis XVI French Ormolu, Patinated Bronze Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock depicting the Birth of Ven...
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19th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold, Bronze

Antique and Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silver Plate

While early utensils were often shaped from clay, wood or bone, silversmiths later crafted flatware from precious metal. In the 19th century, mass production of electroplated flatware made silver utensils accessible to the middle class. Now, antique and vintage silver, flatware and silver-plate objects for dining and the home are heritage pieces reflecting this history of design.

Silver spoons were so prized in 15th-century England that people would travel with the valuable utensils. Forks in the 17th century were frequently made with steel and likewise only available to the upper class. Silver flatware continued to be produced in small workshops in the 18th century and was a luxury reserved for the elite. When George I came to the throne in 1714, the silver dining service — including plates, dishes, soup tureens, chargers and sauceboats — became all-important.

Innovative manufacturing techniques such as the electroplating process in the 19th century would transform silversmithing with industrialization. Sheffield plate was used from 1750 to 1880 and involved a fusion method to fabricate everything from knife handles to serveware. French industrial chemist Henri de Ruolz discovered a gilding and silver-plating process for metals in 1841, with the silver-like results so celebrated that Napoleon III ordered a 3,000-piece flatware set. The expansion of table service in the Victorian era also led to an increasing number of flatware and serving pieces in a canteen, or cutlery chest, all with specific uses, from toast forks to butter picks.

While affordable metal flatware is widely available today, historic brands including Gorham Manufacturing Company — whose legendary contribution to the history of silver making started in 1831 — and Christofle continue the tradition of silver and silver-plate flatware.

Browse 1stDibs for both antique and contemporary silver, flatware and silver-plate objects in a range of elegant designs to enhance your dining table.

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