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Edwardian "Regent" 16 piece Fork/Knife Silver Plate Silverware Set by Gorham
Located in Van Nuys, CA
occasions and special events. Stamped "Pat 1902 Gorham electro plate" Set of 16 2- Dining Forks 2-Salad
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Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Crescent Victorian Silver Plated Bulbous Water Pitcher on Paw Feet
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Crescent Victorian Silver Plated Bulbous Water Pitcher on Paw Feet. Circa Early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Crescent Silver Plate Grape Vine Pattern Round Platter Tray
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Crescent silver plate 17" grape vine pattern round platter tray. Item features a grape vine
Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Plated Seafood Serving Bowl by Lehman Brothers Silverware Corp.
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This vintage silver-plated seafood serving bowl by Lehman Brothers Silverware Corp adds timeless
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Mid-20th Century American Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Plated Footed Oval Shape Serving Tray
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
crafted tray, a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of antique English silverware. The silver plated
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Antique Early 19th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Floral Silverplate Flatware Silverware Service Set Heavy Made in China
Located in Big Bend, WI
Floral massively heavy vintage Silverplated Flatware set, made in China - 41 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9" 7 Forks, 8" 9 Teaspoons, 6" 12 Place Soup Spoons, 7" 1 Co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver-Plated Cuban Sugar Bowl, Oval Shape, Early 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
-plated box, vintage Cuban silverware, oval silver sugar container, engraved silver sugar pot, historical
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20th Century Cuban American Classical Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Lino Sabattini Silverware "Cardinale" Vase for Christofle, France, 1956
By Christofle, Lino Sabattini
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
A France Mid-Century Modern design vase model “Cardinale” in silvered metal designed by Italian
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Antique 1650s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Complete Silverware Set by WMF in Art Deco Box
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Complete set of Art Deco Silverware by WMF company nestled in a beautifully inlaid wooden box
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silverware Service for 12 in Fitted Art Deco Storage Cabinet, Bafico of France
By Bafico
Located in Oakland, CA
A set of silverware – in a lavishly complete service for 12 that includes a wide array of serving
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Rare Glass Jug with Silver plated cap, by Studio Ottaviani, Italy 1970s
By Ottaviani
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare glass jug with silver plated cap, by Italian Silverware Firm, 1970s. Signed on the cap
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France
By Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
purity. This silver plated silverware set with its three boxes, in an excellent quality, heavy and solid
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France
By Christofle
Located in Paris, FR
standard of silver purity. This silver plated silverware set with its three boxes, in an excellent quality
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Art Deco Silver Plated Glass Lined Lidded Ice Bucket by Crescent
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Deco Silver Plated Glass Lined Lidded Ice Bucket by Crescent. Circa Mid 20th Century
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vtg Crescent Silver Plated Victorian Style Round Etched Serving Platter Tray
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Crescent Silver Plated Victorian Style 21" Round Etched Serving Platter Tray. Item features
Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Round Art Deco Silver Plate Galleried Serving Tray with Wood Grained Formica
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage circular silver plate galleried serving tray with handles and four square legs. The tray
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 5 Vintage Crescent Silver Plate Formica Serving Platter Cocktail Bar Tray
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 5 vintage crescent silver plate Formica serving platter cocktail bar tray, circa mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate

Silver-Plate and Faux Wood Serving Tray by Crescent Manufacturing Company
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in New York, NY
Nice Art Deco serving tray with a silver-plate rim, and formica center. This is the large size
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Outstanding Art Deco Extensive Silverware Service for Eight
Located in New York, NY
Outstanding Art Deco silverware set by Holmes and Edwards features a stylized Art Deco geometric
Category

20th Century Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Oak Wood Large Silverware Flatware Chest with Drawer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Edwardian Oak Wood Large Silverware Flatware Chet with Drawer. Circa Early 1900s
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Malmaison by Christofle Silverplate Silverware Service 12 Set 100 Pcs Gold
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding dinner size Malmaison by Christofle Silverplate Gilded (completely gold-washed) Flatware set - 100 pieces. This service includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 3/4" 12 dinner fork...
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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Malmaison by Christofle Silverplate Silverware Service for 12 Set 183 Pcs Gold
By Christofle
Located in Big Bend, WI
serving set, 9 3/4" 1 casserole spoon, 9 3/4" 1 soup ladle, 9 1/4" 12 dessert plates, 5" diameter 1 beaker
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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Louis XV Walnut Marquetry Chest with Silverware, 145 Pieces
Located in Dallas, TX
complete set of flatware of 145 silver plated eating utensils. The set includes the following: First
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Platters and Serveware

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

U.S. Navy Officer's Mess Silverware
Located in Norwell, MA
U.S. Navy Officer's Mess silverware tray. Set consists of forks, knives, and spoons along with a
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Vintage 1940s Nautical Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Trolley, Dish Warmer for La Reine Pédauque's Restaurant
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Trolley - Dish warmer for La Reine Pédauque's restaurant. silver plated metal and mahogany
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Vintage 1930s Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

Sheffield Silver Plated Cutlery with Mother of Pearl Handles
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
A beautiful sheffield silver plated silverware set. This set contains six knives and six forks with
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate, Sterling Silver

Maleham & Yeomans Sheffield Silver Plated Cutlery with Mother of Pearl Handless
By Maleham & Yeomans
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
A beautiful Sheffield silver plated silverware set. This set contains 12 knives and 12 forks with
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Round Silver Plated Tray with Faux Rosewood Laminate
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful Art Deco silver plated tray with raised edge, and faux rosewood laminate very nice and
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20th Century American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Ascoli Piceno, Italy, 39-Piece Partial Dinner Service
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a beautiful set of silver plate silverware from the Italian province of Ascoli Piceno. It
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Neo-classical Beta Epsilon Chapter Silver Plate Trophy For J. Edgar Hoover award
By Crescent Silverware 1
Located in New York, NY
This Neo-Classical silver plate trophy was presented to a fraternity; the J. Edgar Hoover award for
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Vintage 1960s American Neoclassical Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Scallop Shaped Bowl, circa 1950s
By Kirk Silver Company, Crescent Silverware 1
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Scallop shaped serving bowl, silver plate, circa 1950s. Elegant dolphin feet, pseudo English crest
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Vintage 1950s Other Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Scallop Shaped Bowl, circa 1950s
Scallop Shaped Bowl, circa 1950s
H 2.13 in W 10.5 in D 10.13 in
Vintage Art Deco Silverware by WMF, Germany, 1950s
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Roma, IT
are realized in silver plate. Realized by WMF in Germany. Good conditions. Very beautiful
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Rope French Silverplate Flatware Silverware Service for 12 Set 84 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous rope by Roux-Marquiand French estate Silverplated Flatware set - 84 pieces. This set features a three-dimensional twist rope-style handle and includes: 12 Dinner Knives, 9 ...
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20th Century Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

French Art Deco Silverware Tea Service by Ercuis, 1930-1940's
By Ercuis
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant Art Deco four-piece silver plated tea service by renown french maker Ercuis, France, circa
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tea Sets

Materials

Silver Plate

G. Butler of Sheffield Cavendish Fiddle Thread & Shell Silverware 50 pcs British
Located in Miami, FL
George Butler of Sheffield England silverplated (EPNS) cutlery from the Cavendish Collection Fiddle Thread & Shell pattern. Eight sets of 6 pieces consisting of Dinner Knife, Dinner ...
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Vintage 1970s British George III Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Lino Sabattini Italian Silverware "Giselle" Vases Set for Sabattini, 1970s
By Lino Sabattini, Sabattini Argenteria
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Couple of Italian vases model “Giselle” in silvered metal designed by Lino Sabattini and produced
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Silver Plate

Massive 151 Piece Francois Frionnet Silverware Set
By Francois Frionnet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Shelf #1: 12 dinner forks (bigger-right). 12 salad forks (smaller-left). Shelf #2: 12 large knives (right). 12 smaller knives (left). 12 spoons (right). 11 small, coffee spoon...
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Complete Christofle Silverware Set in Wooden Storage Table
By Christofle
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant and useful: this 1920s Art Deco silver chest/ side table is filled with a complete set of
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Beautiful Silverware Bottle Holder by Lino Sabattini, 1970s
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful silverware bottle holder by Lino Sabattini, 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver Plate

Mappin & Webb Complete Set of Silverware in Original Chest
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Mappin & Webb complete silverware set. NOS or “new old stock” appear never used. This amazing set
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Complete Art Deco Silverware Service by Plata Lappas in Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
Plata Lappas. Nothing is as elegant as heavily plated silverware in fitted drawers of a custom cabinet
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Vintage 1930s Argentine Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Complete WMF Silverware Service for 12 in Oak Storage Box
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Oakland, CA
Absolutely complete and completely fabulous Jugendstil silverware set housed in a beautiful oak
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Complete Art Deco Silverware Service for 12 by Christofle in Fitted Wooden Chest
By Christofle
Located in Oakland, CA
it often is the very best way to enjoy silverware. Keeping silver in a chest like this one will
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermès Paris Cutlery Moissons
By Hermès
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Hermès, Paris silverware silver plated and gold-plated "Moisson" pattern comprising: -10 table
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Vintage 1980s Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermès Paris Cutlery Moissons
Hermès Paris Cutlery Moissons
H 9.85 in W 1.58 in D 0.79 in
Mappin & Webb Complete Set of Silverware in Original Chest
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
substitute for sterling silver”. This is high quality silver-plate not sterling. They had a strong presence
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Christofle Art Deco Silverware Set in Wooden Chest
By Christofle
Located in Oakland, CA
This Art Deco silver set by Christofle in the pattern “Printania” was designed in 1925 and while it
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Classic Art Deco Complete Set of Silverware Cutlery in Fitted Box
Located in Oakland, CA
! Nothing is quite as elegant as richly plated silverware done up in a sumptuous box and this is the set
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Vintage 1930s Argentine Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Complete Art Deco Silverware Service for 12 by Ravinet d'Enfert of France
By Ravinet D' Enfert
Located in Oakland, CA
Flawless and complete silver service for 12 with ten pieces in each place setting and twelve unique
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Complete Art Deco Silverware Service for 12 by Christofle in Fitted Wooden Chest
By Christofle
Located in Oakland, CA
A set of Christofle silverware in a complete service for 12 in a velvet-lined fitted chest. This
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

A Set of Swedish Silverware
Located in New York, NY
A set of Swedish Silverware of 6 forks and 6 knifes.
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

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Silver Plated Silverware For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of silver plated silverware you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver plate and silver, every item from our selection of silver plated silverware was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of silver plated silverware — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of silver plated silverware is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of silver plated silverware has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Christofle, Crescent Silverware and WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik are consistently popular.

How Much is a Silver Plated Silverware?

Prices for a piece of silver plated silverware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $19,995, while the average can fetch as much as $2,975.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass 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 Silver Plated Silverware
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some plated silverware is worth something. The value usually comes from there being a market among collectors for the silverware due to its age, style, maker, condition and other factors. The reason for this is that silver plate contains very little silver and does not have much value as a material on its own. To learn how much a particular piece may be worth, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide collection of silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plate silverware is valuable. However, the maker, age and style of silver-plated silverware are usually what make it valuable. From a material standpoint, silver plate contains very little pure silver, so the metal on its own is not very valuable. Find a wide range of silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    To tell if silverware is real silver, examine its markings. You may need a magnifying glass to do so. Most real sterling silver silverware will feature a hallmark that says "925," "STER" or "92.5%." If you're unable to find or clearly see a marking, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or antiques dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Whether vintage silverware is real silver or not varies. Some makers producing silverware between 20 and 100 years ago used sterling silver and fine silver as materials. Others produced silver plate silverware, with items being made of a base metal and then finished with a thin layer of genuine silver. Silverware manufacturers also introduced stainless steel flatware during the early 20th century. Researching hallmarks found on your vintage silverware can help you determine whether or not it is real silver. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, Rogers silverware is real silver, but how much silver the maker's pieces contain varies. The vast majority of Rogers silverware features silver plating, so it is predominantly a base metal with only a thin layer of silver over top. To determine the content of a particular piece, look for hallmarks on its surface. Then, use trusted online resources or work with an antiques specialist to determine the meaning of the marks. Collectors should note that there are in fact many silver firms with “Rogers” in their name (F.B. Rogers Silver Co., Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co., C. Rogers & Brothers, and more). Shop a collection of antique silverware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, some Community Plate silverware is worth something. Because pieces produced by the company were silver-plated, any value will usually stem from demand rather than the materials. Older patterns, such as Avalon and Bird of Paradise, are often more highly sought after due to their age. Because the condition of your silverware will also impact its potential selling price, it is a good idea to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To tell silver from silver plating, try holding a strong magnet near the item. If the magnet is attracted to the piece, it is most likely silver-plated, as solid silver is unlikely to be magnetic. You can also check the hallmarks. Markings that say silver plate, EP, EPNS, EPBM or BP indicate plating. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate the piece. Explore a large selection of silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sheffield silver plate usually refers to electroplated silverware produced in Sheffield, England. Prior to electroplating, Sheffield silver was associated with a particular process of layered construction which consisted of copper and silver. Today, this older form of silver is usually referred to by collectors as “Old Sheffield Silver Plate.” Shop a collection of Sheffield silver from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Triple-plated silver is silverware manufactured with a certain technique. Specifically, the manufacturer has applied three layers of silver plating to the base metal during the production process to ensure its durability. You will sometimes see triple-plating described as "Treble Plate." Find a large selection of silverware from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-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, 2022
    Antique 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 ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The mark for silver plating varies. In the U.S., the most common markings are EP, EPNS, A1 and B1. A UK silver plate may feature a wide range of markings. You can find pictures of these identifying marks on trusted online resources and use them to determine if a particular piece is silver-plated. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The silver plate commonly used during the 18th century is Sheffield plate. It is a combination of silver and copper. By the mid 19th century, most silver plate pieces featured electroplating. Find a collection of Sheffield plate silver ware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between a silver plate and a Sheffield plate is that one item is a type of the other. Silverplate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silver plate, is the general name for any silver wares made predominantly of a base metal finished with a thin layer of pure silver.

    Developed in the 1700s by Thomas Boulsover in Sheffield, England, Sheffield silverplate is a specific type of silverplate created by fusing silver with copper. This new material felt like silver but was substantially cheaper. It was then used to produce a variety of serveware, candlesticks, buttons, tea sets and more.

    Find antique Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate objects for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if your teapot is silver or silver plated, look for markings. Sterling silver teapots often show some type of markings, while silver plate pieces rarely have hallmarks. An expert licensed appraiser can assist with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted silver teapots.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a silver plate is real silver, first try holding a magnet close to it. If the magnet sticks, the piece may be silver-plated, meaning that it is primarily a base metal with a thin layer of pure silver over top. Alternatively, a magnetic plate may be crafted out of an entirely different material that simply has a silver-tone appearance. You can also research any hallmarks on the plate using trusted online resources or ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to give their expert opinion on the material. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of silver plates.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    What silver plate is worth today varies. Because silver plate pieces contain only minimal amounts of silver, they usually don't have much value on the scrap market. However, silver plate, which is sometimes spelled silver-plate or silverplate, may be worth something due to its style, type, age, maker, rarity and overall condition. Some silver plate makers that are popular among collectors include Reed & Barton, Gorham, Sheffield Cutlers Company, Christofle, Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Lino Sabattini, Elkington & Co. and Mappin & Webb. If you'd like a professional opinion on how much items in your collection may be worth, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a large collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silver plate and other silver plate on 1stDibs.

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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.