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How is Italian silver marked?
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How Italian silver is marked varies. However, the majority of pieces will have the word "Italy" stamped onto their surfaces, as well as the numbers 800 or 925. The 800 marking means that a piece is 80% silver and 20% alloy, while the 925 stamp indicates sterling silver, which is 92.5% silver and 7.5% alloy. Some Italian silver may also feature a maker's mark. Find a collection of Italian silver objects on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Located in Firenze, FI
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Small Picture Frame Blue enamel round and curved Art Nouveau style Salimbeni
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Located in Firenze, FI
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1960s FAOAL Silver Handmade Cocktail Shaker
Located in Florence, Tuscany
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Located in Firenze, FI
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800 Silver Cutlery, 84 Pieces, Italy, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
800 silver cutlery, 84 pieces, Italy, 1960s
Gifted to my grandparents for their wedding, set for 12.
The gross weight is 5.4 kg.
The net weight (blades ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Sterling Silver
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Silver
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