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Sheffield and Silverplate For Sale
Articulated Fish-Shaped Vintage Bottle Opener, in chiseled Silver-Plated Metal
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale a sculptural bottle opener — both realistic in its fish-like form and playful in spirit, thanks to its articulated design that allows it to “swim” am...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Onyx, Metal, Silver Plate

Art Deco Style English Silver Plate Toast Rack
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish vintage English silverplated six slice toast rack. No maker's mark. This fine quality silver toast rack is well made with a lovely Art Deco style trefoil design and charmin...
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Mid-20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver-Plated Footed Dish Exquisite Rectangular Antique Luxury Silver Décor Home
Located in Wembley, GB
Exquisite Small Silver-Plated Rectangular Footed Dish – Antique Luxury with Sterling Silver Style This small elegant silver-plated trinket dish is a fine example of timeless craftsma...
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Early 1900s English Art Deco Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Agate, Silver, Britannia Standard Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver,...

Christopher Dresser for Hukin and Heath Silver Plate Candy Box, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A magnificent hammered silver plate candy box designed by Dr. Christopher Dresser for Hukin & Heath, boasting an elegant scrolled branch handle and a beautifully ruffled lid. The bas...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage silver plated decanter Distillerie Buton Bologna, Italy, 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful and elegant vintage silver-plated crystal liqueur jug from the Buton distilleries, which have historically made all their products in silver from the Galbiati silver mills ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique English Silver Napkin Rings Set of 6 & Original Case Ornate Engraved
Located in Wembley, GB
Enhance your dining experience with this elegant set of 6 antique English silver plated napkin rings, beautifully presented in their original velvet-lined fitted case. Each ring is finely engraved with an ornate border pattern, reflecting the artistry and craftsmanship of classic English silverware. Perfect for adding a touch of heritage sophistication to your table setting, these vintage napkin rings make an impressive gift for weddings, anniversaries, or collectors of fine silver. Their well-preserved condition and complete original case make this set especially desirable for both display and practical use. Authentic antique English silver plated napkin rings Complete set of 6 rings in original fitted presentation case Ornate engraved border design with timeless appeal Rich purple velvet and silk-lined interior for elegant storage Ideal for formal dining, display, or collectible silverware collections 📏 Dimensions (approx.): 5 x 5 cm This is more than a dining accessory it’s a piece of English history, offering both charm and functionality. A wonderful way to elevate your table décor while owning a set of collectible vintage silver treasures. Antique English silver napkin rings, silver plated napkin rings set, vintage silverware dining accessories, collectible silver napkin rings, engraved silver tableware, antique silver...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

A Trophy Old Sheffield Scallop Shell Shaped Serving Dish by Henry Wilkinson & Co
Located in valatie, NY
Trophy Old Sheffield Scallop Shell Shaped Serving Dish with Conch Shell Feet by Henry Wilkinson & Co of Sheffield, With Crossed Key Mark. The dish was likely a prize from a competiti...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate

Tiffany & Co. Antique Silverplate Aladdin Lamp Form Table Cigar Lighter
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Victorian silver soldered Aladdin lamp form table cigar lighter By Tiffany & Co. (signed to the underside) USA, Late 19th Century Measures: 6"W x 3.75"D x 2.5"H...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver Plated Set Fish Knifes & Forks for 12 people, Sheffield England, 1910s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This amazing set of 24 cutlery pieces. Fish Knifes & Forks for 12 people made in Sheffield, England in the 1910s. The original box. The antique set has the original manufacturer's la...
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage White Metal Swan with Hand Chased Details, U.S.a, Mid-20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage white metal swan figurine - hand chased details throughout - cast in three pieces (the wings applied to the body) - open cavity - unsigned - U.S.A. (likely) - mid 20th centur...
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Mid-20th Century American Romantic Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

Art Deco Hammered Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker / Set c.1930
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent cocktail set which came to us as a set but started life on two different sides of the Atlantic; New York meets London! The cocktail shaker was made by the top-notch ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Sheffield Ice Bucket 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
English sheffield ice bucket, 1980s Found in a noble apartment. Regularly stamped. Small signs of the time.
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1980s British Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate

Vintage Silver Plate Mirror Plateau Tray, circa 1950
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb vintage silverplate round mirrored table plateau or footed tray with an ornate floral roses border and charming ball feet, circa 1950. No maker's mark. It would look gorgeou...
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1950s American Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

French Silver Plated Champagne Bottle Recipe Cocktail Shaker c.1930
Located in Bath, GB
A rare French Recipe cocktail shaker made in silver plate in the form of a champagne bottle. What makes this one so special and collectable is the engraved mount to the front engrave...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Christofle "Malmaison" Silver Plated Flatware in New Box, Set of 49
Located in Ross, CA
Forty nine piece flatware set made by Christofle in France, in the Malmaison pattern. The service for twelve was made around 2000. All the pieces are hallmarked and come in a new box...
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Early 2000s French Empire Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Silver Plated Butter Dish - Apple - Christofle France
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful silver-plated butter dish, made by the French brand Christofle. Designed by Lino Sabattini. The butter dish is in good condition. Beautiful color and brilliance. Dimensio...
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1990s French Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Venetian Antique Silverplate Massive Tea & Coffee Service on Tray, circa 1700
Located in Vigonza, Padua
The set is in good structural condition and can be used. Considering the use over time, the external silvering shows some wear which however does not diminish the charm. Coffee Pot:...
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Rare Pair of ART NOUVEAU Vases by WMF, Circa 1900
Located in TEYJAT, FR
Rare Pair of Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Vases by WMF (c.1900) A striking and rare pair of silver-plated Art Nouveau vases by WMF (Württe...
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate

Hans Bunde Carl M Cohr Danish Mid-Century Silver Plated Coffee Set
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish quality Danish mid-century electroplated nickel silver three piece coffee set with ebony handles designed by Hans Bunde for Carl M Cohr and d...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit by Box Fenton Brothers 19thC
Located in London, GB
This is a highly decorative antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing the makers' mark of the renowned silversmiths Fenton Brothers of Sheffield, England, circa 1890 in date and bearing the Staniforth's Patent mark as well as the registration number 3549. It has a beautifully shaped body sitting in a cast frame with remarkably chased branch supports and the original interior features elegant hand-pierced dividers. It opens out into two halves and is held shut by gorgeous laurel wreath loose ring handles at the top. This wonderful container could house anything from sweets to biscuits or trinkets. Whatever you choose to store in this lovely item you are sure to do it in style. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 25 x width 19 x depth 15 Dimensions in inches: Height 10 inches x width 7 inches x depth 6 inches Fenton Brothers Ltd Sheffield Firm established in 1875 at South Moor Works, East Street, Sheffield by John Frederick Fenton...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Pair Louis Roederer Silver Plated Champagne Coolers 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous vintage pair of silver plated champagne / wine coolers. They are each boldly engraved Louis Roederer Fonde en 1776 on the sides with the LR logo. Each cooler h...
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1980s English Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Rare Italian Bullet Recipe Cocktail Shaker, circa 1940
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent vintage Italian cocktail shaker in silver and gold plate dating to circa 1940. Shaped in the form of a bullet, the body is mad...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Six-Light Silver Plated Candelabra / Centrepiece by Elkington, 1868, Cherubs
Located in Bath, GB
A most important antique English silver plated centerpiece / six-light candelabra by the top-notch silversmith, Elkington and Co. with a date letter (F) for the year 1868. In the ...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

BARKER ELLIS - Vintage Silver Plate Bottle Coaster - U.K. - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
BARKER ELLIS - Quality silver plate on copper bottle coaster - featuring a Regency style pierced border and rope twist rim with a turned wood insert - green velvet liner to the under...
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Mid-20th Century English Regency Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Silver Demitasse Espresso Spoon Set of Five Sweden
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Demitasse Espresso Spoon Set of Five figural handle made in Sweden Alpaca silver with EPNS stamped by maker .63 h x 3.88 d x .88 w original unrestored vintage Refer to images
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver

Vintage silver plated cake spatula with a bamboo-shaped handle, Italy 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage silver plated cake spatula with a bamboo-shaped handle. Made in Italy in the 1950s. Dimensions: Width: 25 cm / 9.85 inches Height: 5 cm / 2 inches Depth: 1 cm / 0.4 inches ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair
Located in Soquel, CA
19th Century Georgian, Sheffield Silver Plate Candlesticks, Pair Pair of English, Georgian, George IV Sheffield silver plate candlesticks. Vintage, distressed silver finish. Silver ...
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1820s English George IV Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate, Copper

Vintage Canteen x 6 Silver Plated Cutlery Set Unused 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning vintage 6 place setting A1 Sheffield England, silver plated cutlery set by the renowned Sheffield silversmith Viners dating from the second half of the 20th centur...
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Late 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Christofle Silver-Plated Soup Tureen & Tray, Circa 1900
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite silver-plated soup tureen is a refined example of French tableware craftsmanship by the renowned house of Christofle. Marked with the classic Christofle hallmark and s...
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Early 20th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Folding Shell Biscuit Box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Offered for sale is this Victorian antique silver plated folding shell biscuit box having an ornately decorated shell case with original ornate frame and carrying handle with decorat...
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Vintage Set of Gucci Quail Silverplate Salt And Pepper Shaker, Italy 1960s
Located in München, BY
Set of decorative silver-plated quail salt and pepper shakers, Italy 1960s. Signed Gucci and Made in Italy on the bottom. Good general condition. On the buttom, the silver platin...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Shipping Free, 19th Century Silvered Bronze Inkstand Signed Boin Taburet, Paris
Located in Lisse, NL
Louis XV style inkstand with chinoiserie design, lacquered top. This rare and stylish inkstand is a work of the house Boin-Taburet, goldsmith in Paris. This impressive size inkstand...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Large Ornate Oval Footed Victorian Silver Plate Tray with Gallery and Handles
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional silver plate tray, of oval form having a pierced trim gallery, ornate handles and decorative feet. The center surface is finely and intricately decorated, the workmanship...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Large English Silver Oval Serving or Drinks Tray by James Dixon and Son
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful large English oval serving or drinks tray of fine plate silver, featuring two opposing handles, With a raised gallery around the circumference, with an etched floral desi...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Metal

Late Victorian English Silver Plated Diminutive Watering Can Circa 1895
Located in Incline Village, NV
Unusual accent decorating piece; a silver plated or silver alloy (unmarked) late Victorian British diminutive watering can, circa 1895, that would have been used to water interior pl...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Anchor Rogers Estate Silverplate Cream Soup Spoons, set of 12
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Anchor Rogers Silver Company, a set of twelve silver-plated cream soup or bouillon spoons, circa early 1900s. A shorter handled spoon with a rounded bowl, the handle showing a ...
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Early 1900s American International Style Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Petite English Electroplated Nickel on Silver Lidded Container with Flame Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite English electroplated nickel on silver lidded container from the 20th century, with flaming finial and bead-and-reel motifs. Created in England during the 20th century, this...
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20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Nickel

Marly by Christofle France Silverplate Flatware Service 12 Set 119 pc Dinner
Located in Big Bend, WI
Created in 1897, this pattern owes its name to the Marly Chateau built near Paris by Louis XIV. Marly is one of the most elaborately decorated patterns of the collection; the fine ch...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silverplate Floral Tantalus Set with Cut Glass Decanter Bottles
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Ornate floral silver plate tantalus set featuring 3 cut glass bottles with a stand that comes apart into 3 pieces for easy storage. The stand has 3 feet so that it stands proudly on ...
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Early 20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plate Floral Mirror Plateau Tray, circa 1920
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique silverplate mirror plateau, circa 1920. No maker's mark. This beautiful plateau has an ornate floral design in a lovely silver patina and retains the original bevele...
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Early 20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Art Deco Silver-Plated Toast Rack with Matching Tray, Vintage English Breakfast
Located in Wembley, GB
Silver-Plated Toast Rack with Matching Tray, Vintage English Breakfast Set This elegant silver-plated toast rack with matching tray is a classic ...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique Regency Old Sheffield Silver Plated Tea Urn Samovar 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique Regency Old Sheffield silver plated tea urn, Circa 1820 in date. This handsome antique Old Sheffield samovar has been ...
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1820s Regency Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Sheffield Plate

Italian Champagne Bucket or Wine Cooler from the Collezione Italia Navigazione
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Italian champagne bucket or wine holder from the Collezione Italia Navigazione, a fleet of Italian luxury passenger ships that operated...
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Early 20th Century Italian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate, Pewter

19th Century English Silver Plate Samovar / Tea Urn
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 19th century English silver plated samovar / tea or coffee urn with Ram detail side handles and finial lid on square footed base . The samova...
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1860s English Rococo Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Copper

Birmingham Silver Co Lg Silverplate Handled Footed Tray Plating Loss
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a fantastic, heavy (9.5 lbs) silverplate tray with beautiful raised designs around the edge and on the handles and a nice etched pattern on the flat tray center but there is ...
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Mid-20th Century American Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

English Silver Plated Art Deco Barware Service
Located in Tarry Town, NY
English silver plated Art Deco style barware / tableware drinking goblet service for six people. Each silver cup is in great condition. Minor wear. Maker...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate, Copper

English Silver Plated Covered Soup Tureen
Located in Tarry Town, NY
English silver plated tableware covered soup tureen / serving piece with two side handles and exterior top finial design details. The tureen is in ...
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Early 20th Century English Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver, Copper

WM A Rogers Silver Plate Footed Coffee or Tea Server
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall silver plate coffee or tea server by WMA Rogers. A lovely piece for serving coffee or tea at your breakfast table. It features a stylized handle and ...
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20th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Round Reed & Barton Silverplate Candy Dish or Catchall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite round silverplate candy dish by Reed & Barton. This pretty dish will be great on a coffee table or credenza for your favorite candies or even used as a catchall or trinket d...
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20th Century American American Classical Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate

Six Mauro Manetti Silver Plate Animal Heads Stirrup Goblets Cups, Made in Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Six Mauro Manetti silver plate animal heads stirrup, goblets, cups, made in Italy. We have the Hunting collection of a German shepherd, Labrador, deer, rabbit, donkey, boar. All ma...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal, Silver Plate

A Pair of Jensen Style Serving Spoons, stately sized
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very impressive pair of Salad or Side Dish Servers in the style of George Jensen, the famous Danish Silver Smith. The serving pieces are large and practical for a Buffet Service. T...
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1950s American Aesthetic Movement Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

A Pair of French Christofle "Trianon" Silver Plate Candelabra
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christofle (French, founded 1830), L 20th century. Each silver plate candelabrum with a convertible candlestick column with knopped stem on a swirled rocaille base issuing five radi...
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20th Century French Louis XIV Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

French Art Deco Pair of Large Silver Plate Octaginal Pedestals Dishes
Located in CA, CA
French Art Deco pair of octagonal bowls on circular pedestals in silver-plated The baluster shaft has cut sides Provenance : Marc Hispard and Brigitte Langevin-Hispard Collection ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Emilia Castillo Candle Snuffer with Malachite Parrot and Leaf Motif
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite candle snuffer designed by acclaimed Mexican artist Emilia Castillo, handcrafted in silver plate with intricate accents of crushed emerald, malachite, and brass. The han...
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1980s North American Organic Modern Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Malachite, Silver Plate, Brass

1970 Gucci Silver Metal Italian Quail Salt and Pepper Shackers
Located in Brescia, IT
Salt and Pepper Shackers Gucci Italy, 1970 Silver metal "Gucci made in Italy" stamped under the base Very Good Condiction Salt: h 6 / w 7 / d 4,...
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Metal

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit Box Fenton Brothers, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a highly decorative antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing the makers' mark of the renowned silversmiths Fenton Brothers of Sheffield, England, circa 1890 in date and bearing the Staniforth's Patent mark as well as the registration number 4467. It has a beautifully shaped body sitting in a cast frame with remarkably chased branch supports and the original interior features elegant hand-pierced dividers. It opens out into two halves and is held shut by gorgeous laurel wreath loose ring handles at the top. This wonderful container could house anything from sweets to biscuits or trinkets. Whatever you choose to store in this lovely item you are sure to do it in style. Condition: In excellent condition. As an antique item, the piece shows signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, the biscuit box displays beautifully, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 25 x width 23 x depth 14 Dimensions in inches: Height 9.8 x width 9.1 x depth 5.5 Fenton Brothers LTD, Sheffield Firm established in 1875 at South Moor Works, East Street, Sheffield by John Frederick Fenton...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Spatours by Christofle Silverplate Flatware Service 8 Dinner Set 40 pcs Unused
Located in Big Bend, WI
With a dedication to perfection and quality, Christofle flatware creations unite craftsmanship and modern technique, resulting in flatware to be handed down through generations. Sp...
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20th Century Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Presentation Serving Tray, English, Silver Plated, Cocktail, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique presentation serving tray. An English, silver plated cocktail or aperitif tray, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Elegant Edwardian serving tray, ideal for cocktail gatherings or afternoon soirees Crafted in quality silver plate, presenting bright, reflective tones throughout Lightly aged patina enhances the delicate fretwork pattern across the surface Subtle signs of gentle polishing lend character to the timeworn silver finish Features inset butler’s grasps at each end for ease of handling and serving Unmarked as such, yet reminiscent of the fine craftsmanship from Mappin & Webb Suited for use as a drinks tray, canapé platter, or decorative presentation piece A distinctive addition to period interiors, country kitchens, or formal dining rooms With refined elegance and timeless appeal, this antique silver plated tray...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Carl M. Cohr 1930s Salt & Pepper Robots in Silver & Bakelite
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A small dinning table set of salt and pepper shakers. They feature a practical base of black and white bakelite and a top of 830/1000 silver. Both with Hallmark: CMC, 830s. In Denmar...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver

Set of 12 Knife Rests in the Art Deco Style of Christofle
Located in Ross, CA
Made in mid 20th century in France to replicate the style of designer Edouard Sandoz for Christofle. Each piece is made of a cast iron with a plated chrome. The set which is made of ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sheffield and Silverplate

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Chrome, Iron

Antique and Vintage Sheffield and Silverplate

Sheffield silverplate is a durable combination of thin silver sheets and comparatively thicker sheets of copper that was used to create a variety of household objects for years. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage Sheffield silverplate and other silverplate for all of your formal dining and entertaining needs.

A cutler named Thomas Boulsover, who worked for a cutlers company in Sheffield, England, accidentally invented what we now call Sheffield silverplate during the 1700s. While working on a decorative knife for a customer — the metalworkers guild had been tasked with repairing its handle — Boulsover mistakenly overheated the silver and noticed that the knife’s layers of silver and copper melded together, creating an impressive bond. 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. For families that couldn’t afford the sterling-silver tureens that were used to serve soup in the upper-class English homes at the time, this was good news. They could impress guests with housewares that looked like sterling silver but actually weren't.

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. Sheffield silverplate can command high prices on the secondhand market.

Securing yourself a Sheffield silverplate piece is like acquiring a little bit of history. In order to identify authentic Sheffield silverplate, you need to look for one significant attribute of the material. A metalworker had to ensure that all of the exposed edges of a particular piece had to be covered with a rim of silver. If not, the middle layer, which comprised copper, would show through. This would reveal that the piece was not sterling silver.

Don’t just trot out your matching crystal, silver and porcelain once or twice a year. Make a habit of mixing high and low when setting the table. To pair with your everyday contemporary tableware, find antique and vintage Sheffield silverplate on 1stDibs as well as silverplate by goldsmith and tableware companies such as Christofle, Elkington & Co. and more.

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