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Victorian-Era Etched Floral with Inlaid "Floral Lady" 3-Piece Silver Belt Buckle
Located in New York, NY
Magnificently detailed, this 3-piece Victorian-era etched Silver buckle of beautiful florals on all three pieces highlights the center buckle with inlaid "Floral Lady". All ...
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Early 1800s British Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Antique Russian Silver Imperial Hunting Trophy by Fabergé
Located in Chicago, IL
The trophy was made by Faberge's Moscow branch between 1899 and 1905. It is fully marked under the base with Moscow assay stamp of the period, Faberge name, and original Faberge's sc...
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Early 20th Century Russian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Russian Silver Pencil Holder, Early 20th Century
Located in St. Catharines, ON
From the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II, the smooth silver pencil holder engraved in Cyrillic Fanichke Volodia, 1918, (pencil missing) S...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Danish Modern Sterling Silver Water Pitcher in Jensen Style
By Svend Toxværd
Located in New York, NY
Hand-hammered sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Svend Toxvaerd in Copenhagen C 1950. Baluster body, scroll handle with grape-bunch mount, raised foot, wide lip spout, and molded...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling and Enamel Server
Located in Riverdale, NY
Victorian Sterling and Enamel Server made with mother of pearl. The handles and figural leaf hilt are gilt sterling with light blue enamel touches on handle. The Victorians had ser...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Archibald Knox Liberty Tudric Pewter Tea Set and Tray, circa 1905
Located in Toronto, ON
Archibald Knox Liberty Tudric pewter Tea set and Tray, C.1905.Teapot, cream jug, sugar and tray, each with relief whiplash curved celtic ornament interl...
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Rare Design English Dessert Fruit Set Martin Hall Co
Located in Toronto, ON
Set of 24 Antique English Silver Plate Lunch Dessert knives and forks, C.1853, Martin Hall & Co. The Service comprises 12 knives and 12 forks, tapered quadrilateral handles; the hand...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Allan Adler Salad Servers
Located in Darnestown, MD
Modernist set of salad servers by Allan Adler in sterling and ebony. Streamlined and elegant. Spoon is 13" in length; fork is 12 7/8". Very good condition.
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1940s American Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Large Classical 2-Handled Sterling Silver Trophy Cup by Whiting
Located in New York, NY
Two-handled sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Whiting, C 1890. Baluster body with 2 bracket handles on dome foot. Incised lines, foliage, and stylized egg-and-dart motif. Scalloped...
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Horse Case
Located in New York, NY
Solid heavy gauge sterling silver hinged box with white enamel horse head portrait. Original lemon gilt interior. 3 1/4" x 2 1/4" x 1/4". Alice ...
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1910s German Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Sterling Silver Custom Watch Part Cufflinks
Located in North Miami, FL
These intricate and moveable watch parts fascinate the eye. These cufflinks are most unusual and are jeweler made. They are one of a kind. Fascinating workmanship involved in making ...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Gorham Versailles Sterling Silver Serving Pierced Tablespoon w/Mono 8 1/2" 17028
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pierced serving tablespoon in the Versailles pattern by Gorham. Monogram appears to be WBB (see photo). Gorham's Versailles is a multi motif pattern designed by Ant...
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19th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Kelly Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Kelly bag, by Hermes circa 1980s. The box can be used in a multitude of ways: as a standard pillbox, a pendant, or as a charm. Approx. 1.75 inches wide and approx. 39 grams in weight. Like new condition. This Hermes pill box is a unique and luxurious accessory that pays homage to the iconic Hermes Kelly bag. Shaped like a miniature version of the famous Hermes Kelly bag, which is celebrated for its structured silhouette and distinctive closure. Hermes itself is a renowned French luxury brand known for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless designs. This particular piece, designed primarily as a pill box, can be used as a charm or pendant as well. It is crafted from sterling silver, which is highly prized for its durability and lustrous appearance. The sterling silver material provides a sleek and elegant backdrop for the intricate details of the Kelly bag pill box charm...
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Late 20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Georg Jensen Beaded Pattern Sterling Silver Salt Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of fine Georg Jensen sterling silver salt spoons. In the Beaded pattern. Designed by Georg Jensen. Simply a wonderful...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Rare Important Estate Holland & Holland Sterling Silver Dish Tray Plate
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is A Magnificent Rare Holland & Holland Sterling Server Dish Tray. Beautifully decorated with Flying Geese. Signed and Stamped on Bottom. Provenanc...
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19th Century European Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Sterling Silver USMA Class of 1915 Napkin Ring #16817
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver USMA Class of 1915 napkin ring by Gorham. Engraving appears to be Robert Moorehouse Bruce Class of 1915 A napkin ring commemorating a US Military Academy graduate o...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Zadok Israel Sterling Silver Gold Wash Eliat Stone Kiddush Cup Goblet #16814
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver with gold wash interior Eliat stone kiddush cup goblet by Zadok of Israel. No monograms or engraving. With a gold wash cup interior, this cu...
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20th Century Israeli Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Zadok Israel Sterling Silver 3 Stone Tall Goblet Cup #16815
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver with gold wash interior 3 stones tall kiddush cup goblet by Zadok of Israel. No monograms or engraving. With a gold wash cup interior, this ...
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20th Century Israeli Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Carnelian, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Cartier Sterling Silver Gold Wash Bowl Chalice Wine Goblet w/Mono 16804
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver champagne or cocktail chalice/goblets by Cartier. Engraving appears to be the letter G on the base of each goblet (see photo). A simple and classic polishe...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique David Andersen Gilt Sterling Silver & Plique-à-jour Enamel Spoon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique plique a jour spoon. By David Andersen. In gold-washed sterling silver. With a plique-a-jour bowl, twist wire handle, and finial....
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver European Estate Rococo Hammered Frame with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Beautiful European Estate Rococo Sterling Picture Frame with Hand Hammered Embossed Cherubs holding Wreaths of Garland and Floral Motifs. Sign...
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20th Century European Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Rare 1920's Hermès Sterling Silver Tastévin Wine Taster Cup, Ravinet d’Enfert
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This sterling silver Hermès wine taster, Tastevin perfectly captures early 20th century luxury and design. Made by Ravinet d’Enfert, famed silversmiths located in Paris, for the icon...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Leaf Form Ice Tea Straws
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 mint julep spoons (or ice tea straws). In sterling silver. By Tiffany & Co. With figural leaf form spoon bowls mounted on long narro...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Faneuil Sterling Silver Baby Feeding Spoon #15490
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co sterling silver baby feeding spoon in the Faneuil pattern. No monogram or engraving. The Faneuil pattern was in production from 1910-...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Danish Mid-Century Gilt & Enameled Sterling Silver Demitasse Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of Danish Modern demitasse spoons. By Frigast. In sterling silver with enameled handles & bowls and an overall gold wash. Together with their original Spritzer & Furhma...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Georg Jensen USA Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver sugar sifter by Georg Jensen Inc USA. No monogram Small floral design on handle, ornate cut-out design on bowl. Measures approx 4 3/4" ...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Danish Silver Butterfly Sommerflugl Art Nouveau Teaspoons by Frigast
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of 2 Danish silver teaspoons. In the Butterfly or Sommerflugl pattern. By Frigast. With Danish assay marks for 1919 and a minimum silver fineness of 826/1000. Marked f...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Tiffany & Co Ailanthus Sterling Silver Dessert/Oval Soup Spoon w/mono 7" #15597
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver dessert/oval soup spoon by Tiffany & Co in the Ailanthus pattern with monogram. Monogram appears to be LES (on the back of the handle). The Atlantis/Ailanthus patt...
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19th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Gorham Sterling Silver Cocktail "Stoplight Jigger" or Measure
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century modern silver cocktail jigger. By Gorham. In sterling silver. Decorated with 3 enameled circles in the form of a Stoplight. Measures 1 oz., 2 1/2 oz., & 3 1/2...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Marquise Sugar Sifter Scallop Bowl
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver sugar sifter with a scallop bowl by Tiffany & Co in the Marquise pattern. No monogram Marquise is simple and elegant pattern, designed by Paulding Farnham in 1902. ...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Signed Chicago Arts & Crafts Hand-Hammered Compote or Tazza by Cellini Craft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine American Arts & Crafts tazza or footed compote. In sterling silver. By Cellini Craft of Chicago. With a stylized floral & foliate pedestal, an oval hand-hammered bowl, and ...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Patrick Mavros Hippo or Hippopotamus Napkin Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Zimbabwean napkin ring. In sterling silver. By Patrick Mavros, the Zimbabwean luxury jewelry maker. With figural hippopotamuses around the circumference. Simply a great S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Zimbabwean British Colonial Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Harvard Spoon
Located in New York, NY
Antique sterling silver dessert spoon. There is an engraved image of a cathedral, with applied letters that spell out "FAIR HARVARD." Gilt bowl. 6" long. Alice Kwartler has sol...
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Early 1900s American Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

MOISEIKIN Silver Nephrite Lotus Spoon
Located in Hong Kong, HK
MOISEIKIN's exquisite LOTUS tea set made with genuine silver and gem quality Ural nephrite, a spiritual and energy stone. Genuine nephrite is rich in minerals and trace elements, has a caring effect on the skin, and relieves stress. The texture is delicate and smooth, releasing a pleasant mood. Jade is a symbol of status and wealth. Water-soaked in jade or nephrite stone can approach or reach the standard of high-quality mineral water within three hours. Traces of selenium released when brewing tea with a jade tea set...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Diamond, Jade, Quartz, Silver

MOISEIKIN Silver Nephrite Lotus Tea Cup
Located in Hong Kong, HK
MOISEIKIN's exquisite LOTUS tea set made with genuine silver and gem quality Ural nephrite, a spiritual and energy stone. Genuine nephrite is rich in minerals and trace elements, has a caring effect on the skin, and relieves stress. The texture is delicate and smooth, releasing a pleasant mood. Jade is a symbol of status and wealth. Water-soaked in jade or nephrite stone can approach or reach the standard of high-quality mineral water within three hours. Traces of selenium released when brewing tea with a jade tea set...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Jade, Silver

MOISEIKIN Silver Nephrite Lotus Tea Set
Located in Hong Kong, HK
MOISEIKIN's exquisite LOTUS tea set made with genuine silver and gem quality Ural nephrite, a spiritual and energy stone. Genuine nephrite is rich in minerals and trace elements, has a caring effect on the skin, and relieves stress. The texture is delicate and smooth, releasing a pleasant mood. Jade is a symbol of status and wealth. Water-soaked in jade or nephrite stone can approach or reach the standard of high-quality mineral water within three hours. Traces of selenium released when brewing tea with a jade tea set...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Jade, Diamond, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Queen of Clubs Sterling Dish
Located in New York, NY
Regal Queen of Clubs sterling silver dish. A representation of the Queen of Clubs is engraved in the center of the dish, surrounded by an applied circle...
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1940s American Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Pair Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers SL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Mexican Modernist sterling silver salt & pepper shakers. By Antonio Pineda. The shakers have a blocky, stepped Modernist design. Pineda (1919 - 2009) was one of ...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Flask with Smoking Woman
Located in New York, NY
Superb sterling silver flask. The front is a 3-dimensional image of a sophisticated woman, smoking a cigarette with the smoke forming a dreamy cloud around her. 5 1/4" x 3." Heavy ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Georg Jensen Acorn Sterling Mustard Pot
Located in New York, NY
Acorn pattern hinged mustard pot with spoon. Made by GEORG JENSN. Sterling silver, with original cobalt glass liner. 4 1/2" tall. Lovely condition. Alice Kwartler has sold the f...
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1930s Danish Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Engraved Hunt Scene Flask
Located in New York, NY
Most superior copper-wheel engraved flask. Depicting a hunt scene with two dogs and a boar, in a beautifully-detailed setting of grass, trees, hills and mo...
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1890s Unknown Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Art Nouveau Shiebler Sterling Silver Napkin Ring with Winged Cherub
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Nouveau napkin ring By the George Shiebler Silver Company of Baltimore, Maryland. With raised winged cherub or putti heads to both the front and back (seemingly ...
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Padova Pie Server
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Padova pie or cake server. In sterling silver. Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Marked to the reverse for 1984. Together with its original Tiffany pouch. Simply...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Hip Flask, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique, early Art Deco sterling silver hip flask. It has a smooth polished design with rounded corners, a curved ergonomic shaped body and screw bayonet cap. The hip flask has a removable gilt lined sterling silver beaker designed to be used with the flask that slots off the base when required. No monograms or engraving so this hip flask could be personalised. Fully Hallmarked for sterling silver, London assay office, 1915, maker Stewart Dawson, makers mark to the base too. A gorgeous antique solid silver hip flask...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

3 Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Unengraved Liquor Labels or Decanter / Bottle Tags
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 3 sterling silver labels. In sterling silver. By Kirk & Son. Each label is unengraved. Simply a wonderful set! Date: Mid to Late 20th Century Overall Condition: ...
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Pair Mexican Modernist Antonio Pineda Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Mexican Modernist sterling silver salt & pepper shakers. By Antonio Pineda. With a blocky, stepped Modernist design. Pineda (1919 - 2009) was one of the foremost...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Gorham Silver Gilt Palm Beach Spoons
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful dessert service: sterling silver large spoon and six individual spoons. Made by GORHAM. Heavy gauge silver, with gilt bowls and detailing. The handles are fully textured...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Vermeil, Sterling Silver

SV925 Gold-Plated Golden Fleece Shot Cup, MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Adorable golden fleece is the wish of good luck and prosperity! Inspired by the Greek legend that the gold miners used fleece of the sheep to filter the gold from mountain streams, MOISEIKIN® created an adorable series of Golden Fleece miniatures with pure silver, gold and natural jasper from the Ural mountains. At a glance, it is just an adorable sheep miniature for interior. Ball-like fatty body is skillfully engraved and coated with gold. His facial feature is gentle and wise. The mountain connected to the golden sheep has a secret. If you hold the sheep and turn up, the mountain transform to a luxurious shot cup...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold Plate, Silver

Rosior Pair of "Laughing Boys" in Sterling Silver and Wood
Located in Porto, PT
A pair of "laughing boy and girl" manufactured in Sterling Silver, each figure depicted seated and each holding a different silver "basket". Hands manufac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Baby Rattle
Located in New York, NY
Adorable baby rattle. With an embossed floral pattern on the handle and an applied figural "teddy bear" on the front and back. Solid gauge sterling silver...
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1910s American Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

SV925 Gold-Plated Golden Fleece Shot Cup, MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Adorable golden fleece is the wish of good luck and prosperity! Inspired by the Greek legend that the gold miners used fleece of the sheep to filter the gold from mountain streams, MOISEIKIN® created an adorable series of Golden Fleece miniatures with pure silver, gold and natural jasper from the Ural mountains. At a glance, it is just an adorable sheep miniature for interior. Ball-like fatty body is skillfully engraved and coated with gold. His facial feature is gentle and wise. The mountain connected to the golden sheep has a secret. If you hold the sheep and turn up, the mountain transform to a luxurious shot cup...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold Plate, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Antique Museum Quality Sterling Silver Tray
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary antique sterling silver handled tray made by Tiffany & Co. The tray has the "T" mark which was used between 1891-1902 duri...
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Historic Antique Kirk Family Sterling Cup
Located in New York, NY
An early cup by S. KIRK, with a splendid presentation engraving: 'KIRK HOLLINGSWORTH , NOVEMER 18, 1927, FROM HIS GRANDFATHER KIRK, MADE BY HIS GREAT-GREAT GRANDFATHER, SAMUEL KIRK, 1824." Very heavy gauge sterling silver. 3" tall. A true family heirloom, to be cherished by the Kirk collector. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and silver jewelry...
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1820s American Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Brooch with .58 Carat of Rose Cut Diamonds in Gold
Located in Austin, TX
CIRCA 1800’s Rose cut Diamond Brooch This is very special piece meant for someone equally as special. It takes a true vintage jewelry connoisseur to really appreciate the history of this fine brooch. This brooch is made of 10 karat gold and rose cut diamonds set in their ORIGINAL settings, CIRCA 1600. Decade old and this vintage brooch is in great condition, has been well taken care of and deserves a space to live and breathe! The rose cut diamonds embody the nature of a rose flower by imitating the narrow spiral of petals. The trombone catch on the pin proves it's circa date. The brooch is covered with rose cut diamonds and natural carvings in the material. It is clear this brooch was a jeweler's "rose bush", spreading love and life to all who wear it! Antique Victorian brooch...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold

Set of 10 Antique French Gilt Sterling Silver Demitasse Spoons by Boyer-Callot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine set of 19th Century French sterling silver demitasse spoons. Comprised of 10 spoons with etched decoration, openwork handles, and gilding to the bowls. Each is struck with a BG and chalice maker's mark for Francois-Auguste Boyer-Callot and struck with the 1st standard Minerva French...
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Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

George Jensen Acorn Fish Knifes and Forks
Located in New York, NY
Full set of 12 fish forks and 12 fish knifes in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. Sterling Silver. Fork 6 1/2" and knife is 8 1/4" Pristine Condition
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1930s Danish Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

1960s Cartier Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold Happiness Plate
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite Cartier 1960s solid 18 karat gold plate features an enamel center design on the front and the word "Happiness" hand-engraved in cursive writing on the back. This stunn...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Colorful Enamel and Sterling Silver Scandinavian Teaspoon Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 1930s teaspoon set comes with 8 teaspoons. All the spoons vary in pastel and deep hues with a seashell pattern embedded in the enamel. The sterling s...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

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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