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How can I tell if copper is antique?

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How can I tell if copper is antique?
Unless a copper piece has a heavy green patina indicating advanced age or bears a maker’s mark identifying it, the best way to tell whether a copper piece is antique is to take it to an appraiser. Find a collection of antique, vintage and modern copper pieces on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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English 19th Century Copper Pot
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A substantial antique English copper pot, with two narrow handles at the rim, from circa 1850. The
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Antique 19th Century English Other Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Copper

English 19th Century Oxidized Copper Pot
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A substantial antique English copper pot, from circa 1850. The tapered vessel is heavily oxidized
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Antique 19th Century English Other Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Copper

French Copper Pot
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sizable antique copper pot, equipped with a forged iron handle that can be used to suspend the
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Decorative Dishes and Vide...

Materials

Copper, Iron

Large antique George III quality copper pot
Located in Ipswich, GB
Large antique George III quality copper pot having the original iron swing handles to both sides
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Antique Early 19th Century George III Metalwork

Materials

Copper

19th Century French Copper Pot
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French copper pot with riveted double handles. Beautiful warm patina. Seam along the
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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Copper

French Copper Pot with Lid, 18th Century
Located in Pomona, CA
18th century, Marque shape copper pot with a lid.
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Antique 18th Century French Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper

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