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Pair of Mid-19th Century Austrian Silver Candlesticks
Located in Delft, NL
A pair of mid-19th century Austrian silver candlesticks
An Austrian silver pair candlesticks
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Austrian silver with Agate box, 1921-1922
Located in Delft, NL
Austrian silver with Agate box, 1921-1922
A silver with Agate lidded box
Austrian silver hall
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique 1810 Austrian Silver Candlesticks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Austrian silver candlesticks; an addition to
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1810s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Austrian Silver Candle Holders
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Austrian silver candlesticks; an addition to
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1840s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Large Austrian Silver Table Mirror, circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
Large Austrian silver table mirror, circa 1860.
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1860s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Bronze
Continental Austrian Silver Centerpiece Bowl in Art Nouveau Style
Located in New York, NY
Austrian silver centerpiece / two-handled bowl with gilt interior in Art Nouveau design. Expertly
Category
19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique 1920s Austrian Silver and Enamel Boudoir Tray
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Austrian silver and enamel boudoir tray; an addition to
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1920s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
19th Century Austrian Silver Coffee Pot with Spirit Burner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Austrian silver coffee pot with spirit burner; an
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Early 19th Century Austrian Regency Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Late 19th Century Austrian Silver Torah Pointer
Located in New York, NY
Handmade silver Torah pointer, Vienna, Austria, circa 1880.
Decorated with Guilloche silver work
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Austrian Silver Table Snuff Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Austrian silver table snuff box; an addition to our
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Austrian Silver-Gilt, Agate, and Semi-Precious Stone Tazza
Located in London, GB
Austrian silver-gilt, agate, and semi-precious stone tazza
Austrian, Late 19th Century
Height
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, Silver
Austrian Silver Galleried Oval Tray
Located in Montreal, QC
This is a particularly attractive example. First the "navette" shape is most unusual, more often found in gem settings than trays. The gallery, pierced with scrolling stylised acanth...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Austrian silver and ebony wood bowl stamped A Bachruch .
By Antal Bachruch, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful bowl in Secessionist style /Deco marked A Bachruch SUCC with Diane's Austrian silver mark
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Large Antique Austrian Silver and Glass Garniture by Schwarz & Steiner
By Schwarz & Steiner
Located in London, GB
Large antique Austrian silver and glass garniture by Schwarz & Steiner
Austrian, Late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Rococo Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 11.42 in W 27.56 in D 11.42 in
Set of Three Austrian Silver Boxes and Covers, Johann Hoppe, Vienna, 1920s
Located in North Miami, FL
A set of three Austrian silver boxes and covers, Johann Hoppe, Vienna, circa 1925. These are marked
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19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
7-Piece Austrian Silver Vanity Set with Mirror, Bottle, and Jars
Located in New York, NY
Austrian silver 800 vanity set of high quality. Includes a hand mirror, a perfume bottle, and five
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19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Snuff or Patch Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Austrian silver & enamel snuff or patch box.
With a small enameled and gilt plaque set in
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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Large Austrian Silver “Peacock” Hanukkah Lamp, Josef Kohn, Vienna, 1872-1900s'
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Very rare and important Austrian silver, from its golden age of the late 19th century to the early
Category
1890s Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 13 in W 10.2 in D 4.5 in
Georg A Scheid Austrian Silver Guilloche Enamel Silver Buckle
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine antique Austrian Viennese Secessionist silver guilloche enamel belt buckle by renowned
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case c. 1890 Erotic Nature Scene
Located in London, GB
Austrian Silver Marks.
The Enamel Case is in excellent condition. The interior gilding has some minor
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19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
H 0.4 in W 3.19 in D 3.59 in
An Austrian Silver Hanukkah Menorah, Circa early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A lovely Austrian Hanukkah Menorah made in the modern era of the early 20th century.
Menorah rests
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Early 20th Century Austrian Modern Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Matched Pair Antique Austrian Silver-Gilt Ewers Circa 1780s
Located in New York, US
Our pair of elegant silver-gilt ewers are attributed to the Austrian maker, Johann Georg Hann of
Category
Late 18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Very Unique Austrian Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case by Kurzer & Wolf, Dated 1916
By Kurzer & Wolf
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
This is without question a most unique Austrian silver cigarette case, the front of the case is
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
H 0.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Rare Austrian Silver and Enamel Stamp Box with Mouse and Seed Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Rare Austrian Silver and Enamel Stamp Box with Mouse and Seed Pearls
The Quality is Fantastic, so
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19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Spoons c.1880
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian rare solid silver & enamel rock crystal set of three spoons. Scallop
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1880s Austrian Other Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel
H 1.97 in W 5.52 in D 7.49 in
Large Viennese Austria Silver Art Nouveau Tray by Würbel & Czokally, Around 1900
By Wurbel & Szokally
Located in Vienna, AT
Octagonal shaped silver tray in a smooth, simple design with raised, flared edge with
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 0.31 in W 24.81 in D 17.33 in
Antique Austrian Silver and Enamel Cigarette Case
By Georg Adam Scheid
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Austrian 800 standard silver and enamel cigarette case
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Early 1900s Austrian Other Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Jug, Vienna c.1890
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal jug. The
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1890s Austrian Renaissance Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel
H 5.32 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Ewer, Rudolf Linke c.1890
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal ewer. The
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1890s Austrian Other Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel
H 9.65 in W 6.3 in D 3.15 in
Antique 19thC Austrian Silver, Enamel & Rock Crystal Dish by Rudolf Linke c.1890
By Rudolf Linke
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian rare and unusual solid silver-gilt & enamel rock crystal dish
Category
1890s Austrian Other Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel
H 1.19 in Dm 8.67 in
A Very Attractive Art Deco Austrian Silver Fruit Bowl / Bread Tray, Circa 1925
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very elegant continental silver fruit bowl or bread tray, showing an oval shaped and scalloped
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 2 in W 12.5 in D 9 in
Pair of Austrian Silver Shabbat Candlesticks from 1858
Located in New York, NY
Thomas Dub pair of Austrian, continental (0.812) silver candlesticks, in a curvilinear design
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1850s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Austrian Antique Silver Flatware 6 person
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique Austrian silver flatware set for 6 persons. With marks for Austrian Imperial silver and
Category
1860s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Metal, Silver
19th Century Austrian Silver & Enamel Clock, Hermann Ratzersdorfer, c.1890
By Hermann Ratzersdorfer
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th century Austrian exceptional solid silver & hand painted enamel miniature clock
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
H 5.32 in W 3.35 in D 2.13 in
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case c. 1890 Erotic
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Silver Cigarette Case decorated with a beautiful Enamel Image on the front of the case
Category
19th Century German Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Austrian Silver & Enamel Brooch with a Stylized Tulip Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique brooch is hallmarked by an unknown maker and presumed to have originated from Austria
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique c1900's Continental (Austrian) Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case. 9cm wide.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Continental (Austrian) cigarette case from the 1900s is a rare find!
Made of silver, it
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Austrian Silver & Lapis Lazuli Clock, Vienna c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late-19th Century Austrian exceptional solid silver gilt & lapis lazuli miniature clock, At
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1890s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
H 7.88 in W 4.14 in D 2.76 in
19th Century Austrian Silver Gilt, Enamel & Rock Crystal Drinking Horn, c.1880
By Hermann Ratzersdorfer
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Austrian exceptionally rare solid silver gilt, enamel and rock crystal
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver, Enamel
H 7.88 in W 9.06 in D 3.35 in
Austrian Tortoise Shell Silver Box
Located in Delft, NL
Austrian Tortoise shell Silver box
Austrian Tortoise shell Silver box in the shape of an envelope
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Silver Sugar Box Raised on Four Feet, Vienna Austria, 1853
Located in Delft, NL
Silver sugar box raised on four feet, Vienna Austria, 1853
A square silver Austrian box in round
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19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
exclusive art nouveau schnapps set, Austria Berndorf, Philipp Häusler
Located in Vienna, AT
exclusive art nouveau schnapps set, Austria, silver plated, consisting of six stamperl, marked with
Category
Early 1900s Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver Plate
Viennese Silver Money Box/Piggy Bank Austrian Biedermeier Dated 1856
By Carl Adolf Kohl
Located in Vienna, AT
AUSTRIAN SILVER MONEY BOX / PIGGY BANK
Biedermeier Late Period / dated 1856
EXCELLENTLY
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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Austrian Silver
Silver Austrian Huge Bowl Glass Liner, circa 1900-1910
Located in Vienna, AT
austrian silver excellent huge bowl vienna
art nouveau / made circa 1900-10
stunningly made
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Art Nouveau Solid Silver Coffee/ Tea Service With Silverplate, Austria ca. 1900
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Austrian silver hallmark "Diana head" and also the model numbers. This very decorative set comes in great
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 11.02 in W 10.63 in D 4.33 in
1920s Vienna Secession Silver Bowl by J. Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in North Miami, FL
1920s Vienna Secession polished silver bowl by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte, Austria
By
Category
1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate
Silver 800 Austria Art Nouveau Serving Platter by H. Südfeld
By Hermann Südfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
AUSTRIAN SILVER EXCELLENT SERVING PLATTER VIENNA
Art Nouveau / made circa 1910
Length 20.86
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Viennese Renaissance Style Enameled Silver and Rock Crystal Shell-Form Ewer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, last quarter of the 19th century. Mounts with Austrian silver marks, underside of foot with maker's
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Art Glass
Silver Enameled Box by Rudolf Steiner, 1899 with a Miniature Painting
By Rudolf Steiner
Located in Delft, NL
Silver enameled box by Rudolf Steiner, 1899 with a miniature painting
An octagonal Austrian
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Gold, Silver
Art Deco Silver Turquoise Cabochon Bracelet with Native American Austria
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Extravagant and highly unusual Austrian Art Deco hinged silver bracelet fully hallmarked with
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Antique Viennese or Austrian Engine-Turned Silver Card Case or Snuff Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Marked with an Austrian silver assay mark for 13 Loth, Vienna, and 1856, along with a maker's mark 'HV
Category
1850s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Silver Sugar Bowl Austria- Hungary 19th Century
Located in Montreal, QC
Silver art nouveau sugar bowl made in Austria-Hungary between 1872-1922. Dimension 15cm H x 13 1/2
Category
1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century Austrian Solid Silver & Enamel Lidded Bowl, Vienna, circa 1870
By Ludwig Politzer
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Austrian Renaissance revival solid silver enameled lidded bowl / trinket box
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
H 1.97 in W 3.75 in D 2.17 in
Rare Silver Vase with Glass Insert by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
model made with silver. Designed by Josef Hoffmann (Austrian, 1870-1956), Vienna, circa 1906 and
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
1810s Austro-Hungarian Silver Beaker
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Austrian silver beaker retains the silversmith's center punch mark.
The hallmarks to this impressive
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1810s Hungarian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Silver Viennese Two Biedermeier Candlesticks by Albert Kattner dated 1857
By Albert Kattner 1
Located in Vienna, AT
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____________________________________________________________
MADE 1857
SILVER 13 LOT ( = SILVER 812.5)
1. branded by AUSTRIAN SO-SAID RADELPUNZE 1806 - 1867
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 19.4 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Large Viennese Antique Silver Table Mirror Rococo Style Austria c. 1890
Located in London, GB
. Height - 66.4cm
Approx. Width - 46.5cm
This Table Mirror has Austrian Silver Hallmarks.
This Antique
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19th Century Austrian Rococo Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
H 26.15 in W 18.31 in D 0.4 in
Fine Pair of Antique Austrian Enamel on Silver and Gold Jeweled Ewers
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of antique Austrian enamel, silver and gold ewers. Each beautifully inset with chunks
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Early 20th Century Rococo Antique Austrian Silver
A Silver Shabbat Candelabra, Austria Circa 1925
Located in New York, NY
An elegant silver Shabbat candelabra from Austria circa 1925 is an impressive piece of Judaica
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1920s Austrian Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
Historistic Silver candle holder austria around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic Silver candle holder austria around 1890s
Only polished
High quality work
Category
1890s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Austrian Silver
Materials
Silver
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Antique Austrian Silver For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique Austrian silver available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique Austrian silver — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique Austrian silver bearing Art Nouveau, Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique Austrian silver has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Royal Vienna Porcelain, Moser Glassworks and Viennese Manufactory are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Austrian Silver?
A piece of antique Austrian silver can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,745, while the lowest priced sells for $140 and the highest can go for as much as $185,489.
Questions About Antique Austrian Silver
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington & Co., Mapp & Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, 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.