How do I spot a reproduction?

Examine the hallmarks for official assay office stamps and date letters that correspond to known working periods. Revival pieces often carry twentieth-century marks that distinguish them clearly from eighteenth-century originals. Check the weight and casting quality against known examples from the same stylistic era. Modern copies frequently lack the depth and hand-finished crispness seen in period work.

Are these pieces safe to use?

Solid silver items are structurally stable for daily use, provided they are handled with clean hands and kept away from direct heat sources. Modern taper candles can be fitted securely using melted wax or paper adapters. Avoid abrasive metal polishes that wear away thin plating or soften engraved detail over time. Gentle washing with warm soapy water preserves the surface finish.

What causes weight differences?

Many taller examples contain a weighted interior composition to prevent tipping, which changes the overall heft. Solid cast pieces lack this internal filling and rely entirely on thick metal for their weight. Earlier production methods often utilised heavier gauge silver before manufacturing standards shifted toward thinner sheet construction in later decades.

How do I date an unmarked piece?

Stylistic indicators such as base shape, column design, and decorative motifs provide the primary clues for dating unmarked items. Neoclassical urn forms and square stepped bases point to the late eighteenth century, while rococo scrolls suggest earlier decades. Comparison with documented pieces by known makers helps narrow the decade of production. Absence of marks requires professional examination to confirm the silver standard.

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Georgian sterling silver candlesticks bring monumental presence to a dining table, combining substantial weight with the restrained ornament of the eighteenth century.

George III Silver Chamberstick, London 1791

18th century

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George III Silver Chamberstick, London 1791

From Highland Antiques Ltd

£895

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18th century

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Antique Silver Candlesticks.

From George James Antiques

£1,895

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silver

1940 - 1960

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Large Pair of Vintage Sterling Silver Three-light Candelabras

From Bushells Antiques

£3,750

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18th century

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Georgian Silver Candlesticks

From Devonshire Antiques

£2,950

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silver

1920 - 1940

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Huge Pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks 1934 Birmingham Antique 31cm Height

From Tim Spearing Antique Silver

£995

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George III Silver Chamberstick, London 1791

Antique Silver Candlesticks.

Large Pair of Vintage Sterling Silver Three-light Candelabras

Georgian Silver Candlesticks

Huge Pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks 1934 Birmingham Antique 31cm Height

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