How do I clean antique silver?

Clean sterling silver with a soft cloth and a specialised silver polish designed to remove tarnish without scratching the metal surface. Avoid abrasive scouring pads or harsh chemical dips, which can strip away delicate niello inlay or damage antique hallmarks.

What is the difference between sterling and plate?

Sterling silver is solid metal composed of 92.5 percent silver throughout the entire piece. Silver plate consists of a thin layer of silver bonded to a base metal core. Markings on the underside usually indicate whether an item is solid sterling or plated ware.

Can I use these items daily?

Many nineteenth-century spoons, forks and tea services remain robust enough for regular use at the dining table. Hand washing protects the structural integrity and historical surface finish of older metals. Delicate items featuring fragile enamel work or intricate repousse bowls benefit from careful handling and display use rather than daily service.

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19th Century Silverware

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19th century silverware brings domestic ceremony and heavy metal weight to the table, uniting Georgian restraint with Victorian exuberance in sterling silver and solid silver.