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Antique Norwegian Silver Spoon, Circa 1650
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique 17th century Norwegian silver spoon; an addition to our silver teaware
Category
1650s Norwegian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Russian silver spoon, Moscow 1867
A Russian silver spoon with an engraved spoon tray
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Large 18th - 19th Century Scandinavian Silver Spoon
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large 18th - 19th Century Scandinavian Silver Spoon
16" x 4"
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver spoon with gold plating from 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
12 silver spoons with gold plating and head transitioning to twisted handle from 1900 with box in
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Early 20th Century Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Coruna silver spoon year unknown
Located in Jupiter, FL
silver spoon with the name Coruna, year unknown.
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Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons
By B.F. Norris & Co. 1
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 9 various English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival sterling silver spoons with sphinx head
Category
Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique silver spoon, Switzerland - Berne, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique silver spoon with the image of a bear and the name of the Swiss city of Bern (the bear is
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Antique Russian Set of 12 Cloisonné Enamel and Silver Spoons
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Russian Set of 12 Cloisonné Enamel and Silver Spoons.
Details:
Maker: Unidentified
Year
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Enamel
1797 Set of 4 English Engraved Sterling Silver Spoons
By Peter and Ann Bateman
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
London, 1797, set of 4 Old English engraved pattern sterling silver spoons (suitable as tablespoons
Category
1790s English Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Quality Antique Victorian Solid Silver Spoons and Sugar Tongs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Set of quality antique Victorian solid silver spoons and sugar tongs in their original leather box
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
18th Century Dutch Silver spoons by Adraen Pieter Dingemans, 1758
Located in Delft, NL
18th Century Dutch Silver spoons by Adraen Pieter Dingemans, 1758
6 silver spoons from the maker
Category
18th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Dutch serving berry preserve sifter silver spoon C.1916.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Dutch pierced and repousse serving berry preserve sifter silver spoon C.1916. Superb silversmithing
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Rare Victorian sterling silver spoon warmer - Rupert Favell London 1875
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1875 by Rupert Favell, this rare, Antique, Victorian Sterling Silver Spoon
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Dutch Sterling Silver Spoon London import marks 1897 John George Smith
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique Dutch Sterling Silver Spoon London import marks 1897 John George Smith. In 18th century
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Exclusive Silver SPOONS, 4 pcs. Antique Silver Dinner Spoon With Box Flat Ware
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare Cased Set of 4 antique valuable silver Spoons. An Elegant English Patterned Vintage Silver
Category
Early 1900s English Hollywood Regency Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf
H 8.27 in W 1.58 in D 0.6 in
John Polhamus for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Spoon and Knife, J*P
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
John Polhamus for Tiffany & Co. Sterling silver spoon and knife.
Marked: TIFFANY & CO., J*P
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gustavian silver spoon by Arvid Floberg dated 1785 with baronial coat of arms
Located in Knivsta, SE
Gustavian silver spoon by Arvid Floberg (1730-1804), Stockholm, Sweden dated 1785(C2) with baronial
Category
1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
H 0.6 in W 8.27 in D 1.58 in
Set Of 6 Silver Spoons With Foxes Heads By Swaine And Adeney
By Swaine & Adeney
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Six Silver Tea Spoons.
Wonderful set of six Swaine and Adeney silver spoons with the handles
Category
Early 20th Century English Sporting Art Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Danish Alabaster and Silver Spoon Vase by Christian F. Heise 1904-1932
By Christian F. Heise
Located in Delft, NL
Danish Alabaster and silver spoon vase by Christian F. Heise 1904-1932
Danish alabaster spoon
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Alabaster, Silver
Antique S/Silver Spoon Set with Sugar Tongs by John M Banks. Birmingham, c1894.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Antique Sterling Silver Spoon Set,
comprising of 6 tea spoons
end handle finely designed in
Category
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Navajo Indian Silver Spoons with Turquoise
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of Navajo sterling spoons with turquoise. These great spoons are Navajo and have a
Category
Early 20th Century American Navajo Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Acanthus Sterling Silver Spoon
By Georg Jensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling Signed Georg Jensen, Denmark. 5": tall spoon - in very good condition and ready for sugar
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Cased Tea Set, English Ceramic, Coffee Cans, Silver Spoon, Hallmark 1932
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
rim
Nicely accentuated with shimmering gilt flourishes
Set of 6 Sterling Silver spoons with a
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Ceramic
H 3.94 in W 18.12 in D 11.03 in
Pair of Sterling Silver Spoons Monogrammed "E"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of early 20th-century sterling silver serving spoons with an "E" monogram, cartouche, and
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Circa 1848-1865 Set of 6 American Coin Silver Spoons by Bailey & Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1848-1865 set of 6 coin silver spoons by Bailey & Co, American. Fiddleback with upturned tip
Category
Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Russian Solid Silver Spoons Cloisonne Enamel Vasily Agafonov c.1910
Located in London, GB
overall surface of the spoons is fully silver gilt (gold on top of solid silver) which creates a wonderful
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival Silver Spoons
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Arts & Crafts Egyptian Revival sterling silver serving fork and spoon with sphinx
Category
Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Spoons with Cloisonne Enamel c.1882
Located in London, GB
typical of fine 19th c. Russian silver enamelware and its generous proportions allow the spoons to be
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Pair of Sterling Silver Spoons Patterned 1922 Princess Mary by Wallace Silver
By Wallace Silversmiths
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Spoons Sterling Silver Patterned "Princess Mary" 1922 by Wallace Silver.
The origins of
Category
1920s Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edward VII Coronation Commemorative Gilt Silver Spoon by J. Wilmot, 1902
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian
Edward VII Coronation Commemorative Presentation Spoon
Gilt Silver
Silversmith: J
Category
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
H 10.25 in W 2.25 in D 0.75 in
Antique William Roger Quadruple Plate Sugar Bowl & Gorham Sterling Silver Spoons
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, William Rogers
Located in Dayton, OH
pierced handles and a sparrow shaped finial. Set includes 11 Gorham sterling silver demitasse spoons in
Category
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Metal, Sterling Silver
H 7.75 in W 5.75 in D 7.75 in
French Sterling Silver Spoons Set of 12, Antique Tea, Coffee or Dessert Spoons
Located in Miami, FL
A very fine quality set of 12 antique sterling silver tea, coffee or dessert spoons.
Stunning
Category
19th Century French Rococo Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.38 in W 0.88 in D 4.13 in
Signed Antique 3 Pc. Sun Shing Chinese Export Silver Spoons & Fork Flatware Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of antique Chinese export silver flatware.
Consisting of two (differently sized) spoons
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Gilt Metal
H 1.13 in W 1 in L 7.25 in
Biedermeier Early 19th Century Nuremberg 13 Lot Silver Spoon Set of 6 in Case
Located in Nuernberg, DE
looks great for the Spoons).
All spoons are Hallmarked silver 812.5 (silver 13 lot), the master mark
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
H 5.5 in W 1 in D 0.63 in
Mint C. and Large Antique Display Shell Box w. Beveled Glass Top & Silver Spoons
Located in Lisse, NL
as much as 13 fully hallmarked silver spoons, one of which is a sugar shifter.
It is difficult to
Category
Mid-19th Century Dutch Biedermeier Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
H 2.6 in W 8.4 in D 6 in
Exclusive Silver Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Antique Spoons
Located in Wembley, GB
A scarce cased set of 6 antique valuable silver spoons. An elegant Vintage Silver Tea / Coffee
Category
1850s English Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver Leaf
H 4.73 in W 0.79 in D 0.2 in
Antique George II Irish Sterling Silver Hash Spoon (1747)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection.
This exceptional antique George II Irish sterling
Category
1740s Irish Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon
By James Wilks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pattern hash spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection
This exceptional antique George II
Category
18th Century English George II Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
John Lias Georgian English Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Spoon
By John Lias
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Old English pattern gravy spoon; an
Category
1810s English George III Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
1900s, Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Spoons
By Charles Wilkes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
spoons; an addition to our silver teaware collection
These exceptional antique Edwardian English
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
English Sterling Silver Serving Spoon, 1891
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The English sterling silver spoon has a lion hallmark depicting London and an "R" in a shield
Category
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Hanoverian Pattern Table Spoon
By Robert Makepeace I
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
spoon; an addition to our 18th century silver flatware collection
This exceptional antique Georgian
Category
1720s English Georgian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Sterling Silver Coronation Spoon by Liberty & Co. Ltd
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
coronation spoon in an Archibald Knox Cymric design by Liberty & Co Ltd; an addition to our diverse silver
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Thomas Shields Philadelphia Coin Silver Teaspoon / Table Spoon - 18C
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 18th Century crested American coin silver spoon.
By Thomas Shields.
With a hawk or falcon
Category
18th Century American Federal Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
H 1 in W 1.25 in L 6.63 in
Britannia Standard Silver Dog Nose Rat Tail Pattern Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pattern spoon; an addition to our silver cutlery collection.
This exceptional antique William III
Category
1690s British Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Irish Sterling Silver Gravy Spoons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian Irish sterling silver gravy spoons; an
Category
1780s Northern Irish George II Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Dutch Silver Serving Spoon by Gerrit Herfst, 1874
Located in Delft, NL
A Dutch silver serving spoon by Gerrit Herfst, 1874
A silver spoon made by the Silver smith
Category
19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Dutch Silver "Haags Lof" Bouillon spoons, Voorschoten 1906-1953
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver "Haags Lof" Bouillon spoons, Voorschoten 1906-1953
Dutch silver spoons with round
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Antique Caviar ball footbowl 800 Silver Germany bowl glass insert & 830er Spoon
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Germany Caviar ball feet bowl with Spoon & glass insert, gilded
Bowl is 800 silver
Spoon
Category
19th Century German Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
19th Century French Silver Egg Cup and Spoon in Original Box Marked "Léon"
Located in Sofia, BG
Silver egg cup and silver spoon, it rests on three feet balls and the belly is marked "Leon". The
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
H 4.73 in W 3.15 in D 1.97 in
Cased Set of Glass & Silver Egg Cups & Spoons
By Levi & Salaman
Located in London, GB
. The rims are sterling silver and the decorative silver spoons feature scrolls, fans and foliage in
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pattern spoons; an addition to our silver cutlery collection.
These exceptional antique 17th century
Category
1680s British James II Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 12 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Model Olga
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare Cased Set of 12 antique valuable silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Tea
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
1744, Antique Sterling Silver Hash Spoon by James Wilks
By James Wilks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
hash spoon; an addition to our silver flatware collection.
This exceptional antique George II
Category
1740s English George II Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 6 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box, Melleruds
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare Cased Set of 6 antique valuable silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver Tea
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique James II Sterling Silver Trefid Rat Tail Pattern Spoon
By Lawrence Jones
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique James II sterling silver Trefid Rat Tail pattern spoon
Category
1680s British James II Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Charles II Sterling Silver Puritan Spoon 1669 17th Century Early English
Located in London, GB
An excellent traditional Charles II Solid Silver Spoon in the simple, elegant puritan style. The
Category
17th Century English Charles II Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 7.21 in Dm 2.01 in
Exclusive Tea COFFEE SPOONS, 7 pcs. Sterling Silver & Box TEASPOONS & TONGS.
Located in Wembley, GB
A Rare case set of 7 antique valuable sterling silver Spoons. An elegant Vintage Sterling Silver
Category
1910s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
H 0.08 in W 0.99 in D 5.12 in
Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver serving spoon with openwork, 1883
Silver serving spoon from the Netherlands, dated
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Silver
Antique Newcastle Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Table / Serving Spoons
By John Robertson I & David Darling
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
English pattern table/serving spoons; an addition to our silver flatware collection
These exceptional
Category
1790s English Neoclassical Antique Silver Spoon
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Antique Silver Spoon For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique silver spoon for your home. An antique silver spoon — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique silver spoon — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique silver spoon made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. A well-made antique silver spoon has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Emile Puiforcat and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Silver Spoon?
An antique silver spoon can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $752, while the lowest priced sells for $35 and the highest can go for as much as $27,494.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Silver Spoon
- 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.
- What does Silver Spoon mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In English-speaking countries, a silver spoon is typically a symbol of wealth. The common phrase, “born with a silver spoon in their mouth” refers to someone born into wealth.
- What is the rarest silver spoon?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A silver spoon made by Paul Revere Jr. sold in auction in Dallas, Texas in 2001 for a record-setting price of $32,500 —the highest amount paid for an American silver spoon at this time. Shop a range of antique and vintage silver spoons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a spoon is antique, check the hallmark on the reverse of the handle. This information will tell you a lot about who made the spoon and its silver content, which can lead you to the manufacturer and the age of the piece. Shop a large collection of vintage and antique spoons from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In order to tell whether silverware is real silver, buff the utensil with a non-abrasive soft white cloth and if the silver is real it will leave a slight black mark from tarnish.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021How much a solid silver spoon is worth will depend upon what silver is worth per ounce at any given moment — likely between $22 and $25 per ounce — as well as other factors. With respect to sterling silver, what a sterling spoon is worth will depend on condition as well as rarity, age, design quality and more. Sterling silver spoons are sold for anywhere from $5 to $2,500. It’s a broad range! Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling spoons on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some silver-plated spoons may be worth something. Generally, any value from silver-plated flatware comes from its maker, pattern and style rather than from its materials. The reason for this is that silver plate is predominantly base metal and features just a thin layer of genuine silver, which may not be suitable salvage. To learn how much your pieces may be worth, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a range of spoons and other flatware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much a silver serving spoon is worth would depend on if it is made of pure sterling silver or is silver plated. A great way to differentiate between the two is to look for a mark that identifies objects that are made of sterling silver. Sterling silverware made in the United States after roughly the 1850s will carry a marking: either “Sterling” or “925.” Silver-plated spoons can be worth up to $15 and a sterling silver spoon is worth more. Find a collection of antique and vintage silverware on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
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Paul Revere Crafted This Silver Coffee Pot 250 Years Ago
Perhaps best known as a Revolutionary War hero, Revere was also an accomplished silversmith, and this pot is now available on 1stDibs.
From Arne Jacobsen to Zaha Hadid, Top Designers Tackle Tableware
Clever objects like these make feasting even more festive.
How the Chunky, Funky Ceramics of 5 Mid-Century American Artists Balanced Out Slick Modernism
Get to know the innovators behind the pottery countercultural revolution.
Ready for a Cinderella Moment? This Glass Handbag Is a Perfect Fit
Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.
With Dansk, Jens Quistgaard Delivered Danish Simplicity to American Tables
When a visionary Copenhagen designer teamed up with an enterprising Long Island couple, Scandi-style magic landed in kitchens and dining rooms across the United States.
Hostess Extraordinaire Aerin Lauder Shares Entertaining Tips and Auction Picks
The arbiter of good taste, who has curated a collection for 1stDibs Auctions, invites 1stDibs inside her family’s Hamptons barn for a firsthand look at her welcoming style.
Handmade with Lab-Grade Glass, This Decanter Holds Your Favorite Cocktail Concoctions
Artist Simone Crestani conjures the fascination you remember from Chemistry 101.