Sterling silver is an alloy of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals (pure silver is too soft for functional uses), which has been used for centuries to create ceremonial items. Sterling enjoyed a surge in popularity from the mid 1800s to early 1900s, and many antique sterling silver items from that era are highly sought by collectors, including English and French pieces, flatware, tea service pieces, trays, plates, pitchers, bowls and cups.
Paul Somerson's incredible reference on handwrought metalwork from the American Arts and Crafts movement of the ear… [more]
An extensive reference guide to silver marks, hallmarks, trademarks and maker's marks found on antique and vintage … [more]
The late Sir Arthur Gilbert's collection of European silver, gold, enamel and other items, now housed in London. Ga… [more]
A great reference on silver from the Victoria and Albert Museum. View silver items by theme, see highlights from th… [more]
Start some tea brewing, get your finger sandwiches ready and sit down to this exquisite reference by Elizabeth Wil… [more]
This huge online database from the Speed Art Museum is a rich trove of beautiful photos and reference information o… [more]
Graham Hodges' collection of antique Georgian (as in King George of England) silver sugar tongs from 1760 to 1820. … [more]
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