How do I date antique silver?

Dating relies on the assay office hallmarks stamped directly onto the metal, which include a specific letter code for the year of production. Additional clues come from the style of the object, the form of the maker's mark, and any engraved monograms or crests contemporary with the piece.

What is the difference between silver and sterling silver?

Pure silver is generally too soft for practical items, so it is alloyed with other metals to create sterling silver, which contains 92.5 percent pure silver. Items meeting this standard typically display a lion passant mark or the word sterling to guarantee the metal composition.

How should I clean antique silver?

Cleaning requires a soft cloth and a specialised silver polish formulated to remove tarnish without stripping the underlying metal or wearing down fine engravings. Harsh abrasive dips should be avoided, particularly on pieces with enamel, glass inserts, or darkened antique patinas in recessed areas.

Did women work as silversmiths?

Historical records show that female silversmiths operated registered workshops and entered maker's marks at the assay offices, particularly in the Georgian era. Pieces bearing the registered marks of makers such as Elizabeth Morley offer tangible evidence of women running independent silversmithing businesses.

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Discover antique sterling silver items spanning Georgian spoons to Art Deco tablewares, offering historical craftsmanship for modern collections.

Georgian Sterling Silver Goblet with Vase Shaped Body

19th century

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Georgian Sterling Silver Goblet with Vase Shaped Body

From Piers Rankin Antique Silver

£685

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1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Sterling Silver Photo Frame with Black Leather Back

From Piers Rankin Antique Silver

£425

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19th century

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Victorian Sterling Silver Photo Frame Embossed with Reynolds Angels

From Piers Rankin Antique Silver

£345

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1900 - 1920

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Elegant Pair of Edwardian Sterling Silver Candlesticks

From Piers Rankin Antique Silver

£2,200

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1900 - 1920

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Lovely American Sterling Silver Pierced Butter Dish with Glass Liner – Circa 1920

From Kingsdown Antiques

£165

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1900 - 1920

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Antique George V Sterling Silver Menu/place Card Holders - 1913

From S & A Marsh

£275

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1920 - 1940

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Antique George VI Sterling Silver Fox Menu/place Card Holders - 1936

From S & A Marsh

£575

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18th century

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Georgian Silver Childs Knife and Fork Boxed

From Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

£225

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1940 - 1960

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David Andersen Silver & Enamel Caddy Spoon

From Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

£175

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1900 - 1920

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Silver Striker Tinder Box Watch Fob

From Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

£210

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Silver spaniel dog brooches and duck head walking canes prove that historic silversmiths possessed a distinct fondness for eccentric animal portraits.