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International Silver Company Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Childs Bowl & Stand
By International Silver
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
alphabet by the International Silver Company and dating from the early 20th century. The International
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Oval Silver Plated Platter in Carolina Rose by Forbes Silver Company
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A silver-plated oval vegetable serving bowl by the Forbes Silver Company. This piece is in the
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Rockford Silver Company Pitcher with Wedding Engraving
By Rockford Silver Co
Located in Asheville, NC
This silver plated Victorian pitcher features highly stylized floral motifs that seamlessly bend
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Metal
Sterling Silver Trumpet Vase
By Baltimore Silver Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Silver Company. It is lovely old-world chasing around both the base and top. All the work is crisp and
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Hand-Hammered Tray
By Baltimore Silver Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Happy to offer this sterling silver hand wrought tray by the Baltimore Silver Company.
Designed
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Plate
By Webster Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver plate on pedestal by the Webster Silver Company. It has a
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco International Sterling 1925 Minuet Vegetable Large Bowl in 925 Sterling
By International Silver
Located in Miami, FL
signed, "INTERNATIONAL STERLING MINUET V 71".
International Silver Company (1898–1983), was also known
Category
1920s North American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
International Silver Comapany Vintage Stuffing Serving Spoon with Monogram H
By International Silver
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The International Silver Company was formed in 1898 by various independent New England silversmiths
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12.01 in W 2.5 in D 2 in
Sterling Silver Art Deco “Trianon” Tea Set
By International Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are absolutely delighted to offer this Art Deco tea set by the International Silver Company in
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver & Crystal “Chip-n-Dip
By Watson Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver and crystal “chip-n-dip” tray by the Watson Silver Company. The
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
19th century Georgian Style Sterling Silver Coffee Server
By Watson Silver
Located in Savannah, GA
, Newell and Co. The company specialized in producing fine sterling silver hollowware and flatware. The
Category
1920s American American Colonial Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Water Pitcher with Japanese Flower Etching
By Orf Silver
Located in Asheville, NC
This elegant example of Aesthetic Movement silver was manufactured by ORF Silver Company. This
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Sterling Silver Arts and Crafts Cream & Sugar
By Webster Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
presented. Designed by the Webster Silver Company, these pieces have a hand hammered finish and are in the
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Barker-Ellis Edwardian Silver Plated Octagonal Gallery Serving Tray
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique serving tray was made by the well known Barker Ellis Silver Company of England and
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 1.5 in W 21.5 in D 13.5 in
Silver Plated Combination Cigar Cutter/Bud Vase by Derby, Connecticut circa 1885
Located in Incline Village, NV
), attesting to it's Derby manufacture and Connecticut origin, circa 1885. The Derby Silver Company was
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 4.63 in W 4 in D 4.63 in
Sterling Silver Tiffany Asparagus Tray
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is an exquisite example of Tiffany & Company sterling silver. This antique sterling
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Dish Plate Bowl with Fox Head Motifs by Roger
By Roger Williams Silver Co., Spaulding & Company
Located in New York, NY
Silver Co. was a Providence-based silver company active at the beginning of the 20th century, which was a
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 2.5 in Dm 11.75 in
Sterling Candlesticks
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of sterling silver candlesticks by Gorham Silver Company in the “Plymouth” pattern. A
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Covered Entree Server with Floral Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated covered server was made by the well known Barker Ellis Silver Company of
Category
Early 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 8 in W 13.5 in D 10.5 in
Pair of Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Condiment Servers with Cobalt Liners
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique condiment servers were made by the well known Barker-Ellis Silver Company of
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 7.5 in W 6.25 in D 4.25 in
Meriden Britannia Company Victorian Silver Plate Coffee Set
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Pasadena, CA
Meriden Britannia company Victorian silver plate coffee set with coffee pot cream, sugar, and
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Convertible Candelabras/Candlesticks
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Silver company of England and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Victorian style. The candelabras
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 18.5 in W 13.5 in D 4 in
Antique Meriden Silver Plated Salt / Spice Cellar or Sugar Bowl with Glass Liner
By Meriden Silver Plate Co., Meriden Cut Glass Company
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
American silver company. The elegant square-shaped design features a finely detailed repoussé decoration of
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass
H 4.41 in W 2.76 in D 2.37 in
Watrous for International Sterling Silver Early 20th Century Art Deco Flask
By International Sterling, Watrous Mfg. Company
Located in New York, NY
beginning, the company’s principal product was German Silver spoon blanks. After 1898, Watrous Mfg. Co
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Plated Centerpiece or Epergne with Figural Children Playing
By Wilcox Silver Plate Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large centerpiece or epergne was made by the well known Wilcox Silver Plate Company of the
Category
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 19.75 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Sterling Silver Bowl
By William B. Kerr & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver bowl by the William B. Kerr Silver Company. It has a scalloped
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Barker-Ellis Silver Plated Oval Serving Tray with Pierced Decoration
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique silver plated serving tray was made by the renowned Barker-Ellis Silver Company of
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 2 in W 26.25 in D 16 in
Pair of Schofield Sterling Silver Repousse Wine Coasters Baltimore Rose Pattern
By The Schofield Company
Located in New York, NY
–1977) also known as the Baltimore Silversmiths Manufacturing Company was a Baltimore area silver
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Watrous for International Sterling Silver Flask in Art Deco Style Early 20th C
By International Sterling, Watrous Mfg. Company
Located in New York, NY
company’s principal product was German Silver spoon blanks. After 1898, Watrous Mfg. Co. became part of the
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 7.25 in W 4.3 in D 0.7 in
Sterling Breadbasket
By Webster & Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful sterling silver breadbasket by the Webster Silver Company; it is ornate and elegant. It
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Mounted Boars Tusk Corkscrew
By Mueck-Cary
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mueck-Cary Silver Company, of Connecticut. Hand engraved with an Old English “G” on the cap next to the
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Caster, 1916
By Frank Whiting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer you this sterling silver (sugar) caster by the Whiting Silver Company
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vase
By Redlich & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Silver Company. It has a striking shape with paneling— six panels in total and is complimented by a
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Breadbasket
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are happy to offer this sterling silver breadbasket dated 1927 by the Gorham Silver Company of
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Gorham Silver Plate Artillery Shell Cocktail Shaker, Circa 1918
Located in New Orleans, LA
signed "Gorham Silver Company" of Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1918.
All original and fitted with 6
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Silver Plate Ten Cup Coffee Tea Decanter Beverage Pitcher Set
Located in Chicago, IL
jug drink cask by the Standard Silver Company of Toronto Canada. The ten-cup set comes with a stand
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Rococo Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 23.5 in W 10 in D 11.5 in
9 PC, Sterling Silver "Orchid" Tea and Coffee Service by International C. 1930
By International Silver
Located in Atlanta, GA
This distinguished nine-piece tea and coffee service, crafted by the International Silver Company
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 14.25 in W 24.25 in D 16.625 in
Pair Simpson Hall Miller Sterling Silver Compotes Centerpiece Bowls Art Nouveau
By Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co.
Located in New York, NY
shown.
Simpson, Hall, Miller & Co. was a silver company based in Wallingford, CT and founded in 1895
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Victorian Pillbox
By La Pierre Manufacturing
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver pillbox manufactured by the La Pierre Silver Company. Designed
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vanity Mirror
By I.N. Deitsch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. N. Deitsch silver company of New York. It has an engine-turned design on both sides with a space on
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Howard Sterling Silver Elaborate Candlesticks
By Howard Sterling Co.
Located in Great Barrington, MA
& Co., New York this pair is a beautiful example of the workmanship of this iconic silver company.
Category
Early 1900s American Rococo Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Barbour Sterling Silver Wine Chiller / Centerpiece Punch Bowl with Shell Motifs
By International Sterling, Barbour Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
the founding companies of International Sterling. The International Silver Company was formed in 1898
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Repousse Butter Pat by S. Kirk & Son
Located in Troy, MI
the Kirk Stieff Corporation, the oldest surviving, highly prestigious silver company in the U.S. Kirk
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Napkin Holder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
produced by any silver company but rather handmade by an American silversmith with no other one like it in
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique EGW&S Silver Plate Personal Tea Pot Rattan Wrapped Handle
By E. G. Webster Brothers of New York
Located in Chula Vista, CA
.
International Silver Company
Handle that is wrapped in rattan.
Stamped EGW&S
6 h x 4 diameter x 5 d
Vintage wear
Category
Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Dominick & Haff Sterling SilverCondiment/Mustard Ladle
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sterling silver condiment or mustard ladle with a beaded border front and back. There is a shell
Category
1890s American American Classical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver String Box by Gorham Manufacturing Company
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive, unusual antique George V English sterling silver string box made by Gorham
Category
1910s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Stieff Sterling Silver Liquor Collar Tag, Rye – 1930s
By The Stieff Co. 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the Stieff Silver Company in Baltimore, Maryland, a sterling silver liquor collar tag, circa
Category
Early 20th Century American International Style Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vanity Set Dated 1916, 4 Pieces, Set
By A.K.D. Sterling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. It is a four piece set and it's in the original box it came from the fine silver company Tiffany's in
Category
1910s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Antique American Sterling Silver Bowl Gorham Manufacturing Company
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Manufacturing Company; an addition to AC Silver's dining silverware collection.
This exceptional antique
Category
1880s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Christofle Antique Silver Plated Citrus Hand Press or Lemon Squeezer
By Christofle
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique citrus press or juicer was made by the renowned Christofle Silver Company of France
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Schofield 1905 Art Nouveau Baltimore Rose Shakers Set in .925 Sterling Silver
By The Schofield Company
Located in Miami, FL
Baltimore Silversmiths Manufacturing Company) was a Baltimore area silver company, whose best known pattern
Category
Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 4.53 in W 2.01 in D 2.01 in
Roger Williams Pair of Sterling Silver Compotes Tazze Footed Bowls Art Nouveau
By Roger Williams Silver Co.
Located in New York, NY
, The Mauser Mfg Company, and Roger Williams Silver Company. It was bought by Gorham in 1920 and
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Estate Newport Shell Pattern Sterling Silver teaspoons, a set of 10
By Frank Smith Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, Gardner, Massachusetts, circa 1910.
Frank Smith Silver Company was in the trade from 1886 – 1958. This
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jenkins & Jenkins Sterling Silver Repousse Bowl Vintage 1910
By Jenkins & Jenkins
Located in Glenford, NY
company immediately built a reputation for their fine workmanship and silver quality and joined the ranks
Category
1910s American Rococo Revival Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vase by Preisner
By Preisner Silver Company
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver trumpet bud vase by Preisner, circa early-20th century. Beautiful as a standalone
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Gilt Olive Straining Spoon by Gorham Manufacturing Company
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
spoon made by Gorham Manufacturing Company; an addition to our silver teaware collection,
This
Category
1880s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Gorham 'Narragansett' Sterling- Silver Shell Dish & Figural Crab Spoon
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
spoon.
The shell dish bears the hallmarks of Gorham Silver Company. The serving dish speaks volumes of
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Forbes Silver Co Grapevine Silver Plated Crumb Catcher Crumber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Forbes Silver Co Grapevine Silver Plated Crumb Catcher Crumber. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 1.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Antique Victorian Forbes Silver Co Grapevine Silver Plated Crumb Catcher Crumber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Forbes Silver Co Grapevine Silver Plated Crumb Catcher Crumber. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
H 0.5 in W 11 in D 4 in
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Antique Silver Companies For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique silver companies for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique silver companies was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Antique silver companies have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Art Nouveau, Victorian and Art Deco antique silver companies are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique silver companies over the years, but those made by Gorham Manufacturing Company, Whiting Manufacturing Company and Kirk Silver Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Antique Silver Companies?
Prices for antique silver companies can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique silver companies begin at $40 and can go as high as $985,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,846.
Questions About Antique Silver Companies
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024Yes, the Derby Silver Company is real silver. However, most pieces produced by the maker are silver-plate, meaning they have a finish that consists of a thin layer of genuine silver. The remainder of the silver-plated tableware and decorative objects are made of base metal. Founded in 1872, the Derby Silver Company was an American silversmith best known for its line of silver-plated mirrors, combs, brushes, clocks, flatware and tea sets. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Derby Silver Company silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 10, 2024Yes, the International Silver Company produced real silver products. The hallmark "IS," however, refers to the brand and does not indicate purity, as International Silver mass produced silverplated flatware and holloware as well as sterling. In order to determine if the piece is real silver, look for the standard marks that indicate purity — the number 92.5 or 925 and the word “sterling” are indicators of sterling quality.
When an object is described as “silver” or “sterling silver,” it means that it contains 92.5% pure silver (the remaining 7.5% consists of copper and/or other alloys). The purity standard was first established in England and later adopted in the United States. The mark on antique British sterling-silver pieces is the lion passant (a lion walking to the left), which signifies a work is 92.5 percent pure sterling; if it’s not there, it is likely silverplate — or not English.
International Silver was a Connecticut conglomerate formed from 17 companies in 1898. It was once the largest manufacturer of silver and silver-plated products in the world.
Find antique International Silver Company serveware, platters and decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025There are many famous antique glass companies. Some examples include Baccarat, Barovier, Christofle, Emile Galle, Lalique, La Rochere, Mappin & Webb, Muller Frères and Moser. To be considered antique, glassware must be at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, the International Silver Company is not still in business. In 1981, the company stopped producing silver due to financial troubles. By 1983, its assets had undergone complete liquidation, and in 1984, Katy Industries Inc. purchased the company. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of International Silver Company silver wares.
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.