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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

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

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Mid-Century Iced Tea Highball Spoon Straws
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Elevate your barware with this stunning set of four vintage sterling silver iced tea or highball drink stirrer straws from Tiffany & Co. Each spoon is 8.5" long and the concave mint...
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Mid-20th Century North American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling 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

Pair of Danish Modern Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers # 627
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of Georg Jensen sterling silver salt and pepper shakers. Model No. 627. Designed by Ove Brobeck. A rare and fine pair! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: They are in...
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20th Century Danish Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

1851 Antique Imperial Russian Cup 84 Silver / 92gr
Located in SE
Handsome antique Russian Empire 84 Silver Cup with delicate ornamental floral engraving and internal gilding. This piece has hallmarks on the bottom part that indicate that this pie...
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1850s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Georg Jensen Mid-Century Sterling Silver Triangular Footed Bowl Model No. 259
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Georg Jensen sterling silver bowl. Model no. 259 Designed by Gundorph Albertus (1887 - 1970). With a hand-hammered triangular bowl that tapers to a fluted and graduated ped...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

1900s Cherry Blossoms German solid coin Silver Cup /109 gr
Located in SE
Handsome old German Cup in solid Coin Silver with raised repouse ornament of a branch full of cherry blossoms and two letters AE or EA cypher. This cup has...
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Early 1900s German Belle Époque Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Champagne Bottle Cover, Wood in Autumn, Luxury Collection, Silver, Hand Made
Located in Firenze, IT
The artist has transformed our pure silver 999/° K-OVER into a precious treasure chest, designed to keep your champagne perfectly chilled. Inspired by the autumn landscape, with its...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Vintage Russian Silver Cloisonné Enamel Tea Spoon Gilt Twisted Stem
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your collection or table setting with this exquisite Antique Russian Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Tea Spoon, a masterwork of traditional Russian silversmithing and enamel arti...
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20th Century Russian Russian Revival Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Set of 2 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Heart Footed Bowls with Monogram
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 2 Tiffany & Co sterling silver large oval/apple/heart shaped dishes with monogram. Monogram appears to be FTJ A set of 2 beautiful sterling silver large oval apple or heart ...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Silver Charlie, 18th Century
Located in Orimattila, FI
Chalice Russia or the Baltics, or a country formerly under Russian control. I'm not an expert on these Church objects, maybe someone knows more? Probably 18th century. Could be older...
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18th Century Unknown Russian Revival Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique 18th Century Georgian English Sterling Silver Salver Dated 1740
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 18th century Georgian sterling silver salver. Supported by tab feet with a shaped top. With engraved decoration including a shield shaped cartouche at its center with a mon...
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Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Hip Flask #18399
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Hip Flask This beautiful sterling silver flask was crafted from sterling silver by designer Tiffany & Co and is monogrammed "TCC" Approximate measurem...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Antique Shiebler Gilt Sterling Silver Lily Pad Salt Cellars or Bowls
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique salt cellars or dishes. By Shiebler. In gilt sterling silver. In the form of a stylized lily pad. These small gitl bow...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pear Form Sterling Silver Pill or Dresser Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine modern pear shaped pill or dresser box. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Model no. 25831. Simply wonderful, whimsical design by Tiffany & Co.! Date: 20th Century Ove...
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20th Century Modern 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

Georg Jensen & Wendel Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Large Gravy Ladle #18620
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Georg Jensen Denmark sterling silver gravy ladle in the Acorn pattern. No monogram. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and de...
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Antique William Spratling Taxco Sterling Silver and Ebony Salt & Pepper Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of silver & ebony wood salt & pepper shakers. In sterling silver. By William Spratling of Taxco, Mexico. Each with a square ebony block with silver accents supporting ...
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1960s Mexican Modern Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 8 Old or Antique Japanese .950 Sterling Silver Cordials
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 8 Japanese silver cordials. In .950 sterling silver fineness. Perfect for an evening's Aperitif or your favorite Sake! Date: 20th Cent...
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20th Century Japanese Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 7" Salad Plates 5810/134 #18800
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver salad plates by Tiffany & Co. No monogram Beautifully ornate salad plates, rims feature baskets overflowing with flowers...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co English King Sterling Silver Gold Wash Bowl Sugar Sifter #20369
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver gold wash bowl sugar sifter by Tiffany & Co in the English King pattern. No monogram This sugar sifter is in Tiffany's intricate and decorative version of a King pa...
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19th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Gorham Old Masters Rubens Sterling Silver Berry Serving Spoon 8 3/4" #17033
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver gold wash bowl serving berry spoon in the Old Masters pattern by Gorham. No monogram. Designed by Antoine Heller in 1885, the Old Masters pattern is a multi-motif p...
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19th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Imperial Russia c1895 Silver/Enamel Tea Set “Seasons” by I. Morozov, Kvetkovsky
By Morozov
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Unique Imperial Russia 3-Piece Tea Set “Seasons” by renowned firm of Morozov, by workmaster Kvetkovsky Sergei Fiodorovich, Moscow, circa 1895 This fascinating set is culturally ...
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1890s Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver, Enamel

Hammered Sterling Silver Flask with Field Cup Cap
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Carry your personal libations in style with this vintage sterling silver drinking flask. Slender and tall, made of .925 sterling silver with a hammered texture finish, the flask meas...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling 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

Vintage Napier Sterling Silver Ice Cube Tongs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of ice tongs for the bar. By Napier. In sterling silver. With curved tines and a spring action closure. Simply a wonderful pair of Mid-Century tongs! Date: Mid-20th ...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Antique Richard Garten 800 Silver & Dresden Porcelain Dessert Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 antique silver & porcelain dessert (or possibly demitasse) spoons. By Richard Garten. In gilt 800 silver. With raised enamel jeweling to the Dresden porcelain han...
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Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Pair British Airways Concorde Sterling Silver Napkin Rings in the Original Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of English sterling silver napkin rings. Made for the Concorde supersonic airliner division of British Airways. Fully hallmarked to the back British Airways / London / Sterling / 1992 Simply a wonderful pair of collectible Concorde napkin...
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1990s British Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 5.75"X 3.25"X 2" International Silver Co Antique Cigarette Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
International Silver Co Antique Cigarette BoxAll original with very minor dents or scratches, weighting 167.5 grams nternational Silver Co Antiqu...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Bar Fountain, Party Accessory, Silver Plate, Rose Fountain, K-OVER, 2020, It
Located in Firenze, IT
A magnificent fountain for a very special party. Easy to be used and suitable for water, wine, champagne, and aperitif. Once chosen the drink, just pour it in the pot and, if you wan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

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 Elkington Electrotype Silver Plate Figural Charger by Morel-Ladeuil
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique English electroplate charger. By Elkington & Co. Designed by Léonard Morel-Ladeuil for the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition. In the Neo-Grec manner with a stylized Pom...
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1870s French Neoclassical Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Located in New York City, NY
Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Bolide bag, by Hermes. The box can be used in a multitude of ways: as a standard pillbox, a pendant, or as a charm. Almost 2 inches wide and approx. 30 grams in weight. This Hermes pill box is a unique and luxurious accessory that pays homage to the iconic Hermes Bolide bag. Shaped like a miniature version of the famous Hermes Bolide 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 Bolide bag pill box charm...
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Late 20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Carrington & Co. Rococo or George II Style Sterling Silver Cream Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine sterling silver creamer or milk pitcher. By Carrington & Co. With an exuberant neo-Rococo (or George II style) design including etched scroll work and cells to the bod...
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Early 20th Century British Rococo Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany Art Deco Sterling Silver Tazza Cake Plater
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany Art Deco sterling silver footed cake plater or tazza, circa 1925. This is a lovely cake stand that is approximately 10-3/4" i...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 German Art Deco .800 Solid Silver Cordial or Liquor Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 Art Deco silver cordials. Elegantly simple with diminutive cups, straight stems and a round foot. The bases are marked with .800 for the silver fineness, a moon an...
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20th Century German Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Castillo Style Fish Bottle Opener
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Castillo style fish bottle opener. Featuring a flexible body with oscillating Blue Pacific abalone scales in variegating colors of pink, silver, bla...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Arts and Crafts Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Signed Otto Wolter German Modernist Sterling Silver Flower Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine German Modernist flower vase. In sterling silver. By the renowned German silvermith, Otto Wolter. The vase with a wirework neck and a teardrop body supported by an oval sca...
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Mid-20th Century German Modernist Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 6 Dansk Denmark Sterling Silver Tjorn Teaspoons #20619
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver teaspoons in the Tjorn pattern by Dansk Denmark. Designed by Danish artist and designer Jens Quistgaard in 1959, Dansk's Tjorn pattern is still in high dema...
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20th Century Danish Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Nuestra Senora De Atocha coin super rare 16th cen. certified silver coin
Located in Jupiter, FL
A rare piece of history to own, a silver coin certified, Senora De Atocha, 16th century! Will come with documents and fast shipping! WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewele...
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16th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Spanish Colonial silver coin 1714 rare silver coin with certificate
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful coin rare and very authentic, please look at the certificate for details. Will come with fast shipping and all the documents. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jew...
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17th Century Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Antique George Sharp Arabesque Pattern Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver sugar sifter. By George Sharp. In sterling silver with gilding to both the bowl and the handle. The handle is dec...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Gilded Age Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Persian Acid-Etched Serving Tray/Cake Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine cake stand or footed serving tray. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a Persian pattern or Islamic style ornate acid-etched design. Fully hallmarked to the reverse....
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Early 20th Century American Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

19th Century Sterling and Glass Decanter
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Beautiful 19th Century sterling and glass decanter with original stopper. Sterling overlaid glass with foliate and lattice design. Shows us...
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Mid-19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Rare Exquisite 19TH Century Large French Sterling Silver Floral Vase
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Monumental 19th Century Large Sterling Silver Vase having fine scrolling detail. Stamped Sterling on bottom. Taken out of a Several Milli...
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19th Century European Antique Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Champagne Bottle Cover, Spazio, Luxury Gift, Hand Made in Italy, Silver, 2024
Located in Firenze, IT
Spazio, the new and fascinating K-Over completely handcrafted by Lorenzo Foglia. The matte finish is perfect to underline the modern design. This Lorenzo Foglia K-OVER is an essen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Silver

Set of 6 Cartier Marie Louise Sterling Silver Grapefruit Spoons w/Mono #19263
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 6 sterling silver grapefruit spoons in the Marie Louise pattern by Cartier with monogram. Monogram appears to be D Cartier's Marie Louise pattern features a simple and timel...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Art Deco Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder No. 639 by Harald Nielsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver match holder. Designed by Harald Nielsen for Georg Jensen. Model no. 639. Simply a wonderful piece of Georg Jensen silver! Date: Early 20th Century Overal...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Set of 12 David Andersen Gilt Sterling Silver & Blue Enamel Demitasse Spoons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 demitasse and coffee spoons. By the David Andersen silver company of Oslo, Norway. In gilt sterling silver with ornate cobalt blue and white enamel decoration. D...
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Early 20th Century Danish Russian Empire Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

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

Set of 3 Vintage Sterling Silver Rooster Form Martini / Cocktail Picks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 3 vintage martini or cocktail picks. In sterling silver. With rooster finials. Simply great bar accessories! Date: Mid-20th Century...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Gold Plated Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery
Located in London, GB
A thirty six piece gold plated sterling silver canteen of cutlery, o 6 x table forks, 6 x dessert forks, 6 x dessert spoons, 6 x tab...
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1960s British Modern Vintage Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

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

Modernist Sterling Silver Champagne / Ice Bucket by Borek Sipek for Cleto Munari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful Italian Modernist sterling silver champagne or ice bucket. By Borek Sipek for Cleto Munari. From the '99 Works' Series. With a sleek hand-hammered sterling silver body...
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20th Century Italian Modern Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Nouveau Bailey Banks & Biddle Sterling Silver Tulip Flower Bud Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique sterling silver bud vase. In the form of a single tall tulip emerging from a monogrammed circular base. Retailed by B...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

Champagne Bottle Cover, Merry Christmas, Luxury Christmas Gift, Hand Made, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
We are happy to present our last creation: our Merry Christmas champagne bottle cover. This K-Over is perfect to celebrate the most magical and happiest time of the year. Your speci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Bronze

Antique Persian Zoroastrian Parsi Parsee "Muktad" Silver Vase, 1900
Located in OVIEDO, AS
PERSIAN Zoroastrian Parsi Parsee "Muktad" Silver Vase Ca. 1900 Chased in a Shiraz-Persian style (a linkage back to the Parsees’ Zoroastrian roots in Persia). This beautiful vase from the Qajar Dynasty era (1785 to 1925) is originated in Shiraz, a southwest city in Persia and the home of the Achaemenid Persian Empire founded in the 6th century BCE by Cyrus the Great...
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Early 20th Century Persian 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

Sterling Silver Flatware Set King Edward Patented in 1936 by Gorham- 8 Place Set
Located in Surfside, FL
KING EDWARD Sterling Silver Flatware set patented in 1936 by Gorham- 8 Place setting for 10 + 5 Serving Pieces. Over 4100 grams s...
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20th Century Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

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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