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Antique Portuguese Majolica plates, owned by fashion legend André Leon Talley
Antique Portuguese Majolica plates, owned by fashion legend André Leon Talley

Antique Portuguese Majolica plates, owned by fashion legend André Leon Talley

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique Portuguese Majolica leaf plates, owned by André Leon Talley! Stamped and numbered on reverse, is believed to be from the Portuguese ceramic region of Caldas da Rainha because...

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Majolica Plate owned by fashion legends Geraldine Stutz, then André Leon Talley
Majolica Plate owned by fashion legends Geraldine Stutz, then André Leon Talley

Majolica Plate owned by fashion legends Geraldine Stutz, then André Leon Talley

By Brown-Westhead & Moore

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique Majolica plate, once owned by Geraldine Stutz, then André Leon Talley. Made by TC Brown Westhead, Moore and Co., believed to be made after 1861 based on the manufacturer stam...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Antique c.1878 Wedgwood Majolica blossom plate, owned by André Leon Talley
Antique c.1878 Wedgwood Majolica blossom plate, owned by André Leon Talley

Antique c.1878 Wedgwood Majolica blossom plate, owned by André Leon Talley

By Wedgwood

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique c.1878 Wedgwood Majolica plate, owned by André Leon Talley. The plate is named "Fan Strawberry Set", is considered "Argenta style," which refers to its softer color palette o...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Antique c.1864 Wedgwood mottled Majolica plates, owned by André Leon Talley
Antique c.1864 Wedgwood mottled Majolica plates, owned by André Leon Talley

Antique c.1864 Wedgwood mottled Majolica plates, owned by André Leon Talley

By Wedgwood

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A pair of antique c.1864 Wedgwood Majolica Plates, owned by André Leon Talley. Mottled tortoise shell design with reticulated greek key border/edge. These are most likely style #349 ...

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Antique c.1879 Wedgwood Majolica cherub plate owned by André Leon Talley
Antique c.1879 Wedgwood Majolica cherub plate owned by André Leon Talley

Antique c.1879 Wedgwood Majolica cherub plate owned by André Leon Talley

By Wedgwood

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique c.1879 Wedgwood Majolica plate, owned by André Leon Talley. Stamped and impressed on reverse with pattern #M2829 and “WGH” indicating the production date of 1879. This "Alex...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Antique c.1883 Wedgwood Majolica chrysanthemum plate, owned by André Leon Talley
Antique c.1883 Wedgwood Majolica chrysanthemum plate, owned by André Leon Talley

Antique c.1883 Wedgwood Majolica chrysanthemum plate, owned by André Leon Talley

By Wedgwood

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique c.1883 Wedgwood Majolica plate, owned by André Leon Talley. Stamped and impressed on reverse with pattern# M3271, and “NOL” indicating the production date of 1883. The "Chrys...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Early 20th C Huge Lot of Dinnerware by Homer Laughlin & Frederick Rhead 480 Pcs
Early 20th C Huge Lot of Dinnerware by Homer Laughlin & Frederick Rhead 480 Pcs

Early 20th C Huge Lot of Dinnerware by Homer Laughlin & Frederick Rhead 480 Pcs

By Homer Laughlin, Frederick Rhead

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous simple yet elegant design on this incredibly large set, 480+ pcs. Homer Laughlin a very prominent company with roots in the 19th century. Frederick Rhead a very famous desig...

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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Gold

Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch
Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch

Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch A large terracotta wall plate depicting a relief couple of farmers childs in a forest enviroment. Man...

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Late 19th Century German Country Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Terracotta Wall Plate with Lovely Children in Traditional Costumes by Johann Mar
Terracotta Wall Plate with Lovely Children in Traditional Costumes by Johann Mar

Terracotta Wall Plate with Lovely Children in Traditional Costumes by Johann Mar

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Terracotta Wall Plate with Lovely Children in Traditional Costumes by Johann Maresch A large terracotta wall plate depicting a relief couple of farmers childs in a rural enviroment....

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Late 19th Century German Country Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

German Earthenware Jugs, Sixteenth Century, Antique Print, 1851
German Earthenware Jugs, Sixteenth Century, Antique Print, 1851

German Earthenware Jugs, Sixteenth Century, Antique Print, 1851

Located in Langweer, NL

The caption translates as: Germany. Jugs in fired clay, sixteenth century. The plate was drawn by H.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Paper

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Unglazed French Pottery
Unglazed French Pottery

Unglazed French Pottery

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H 4 in Dm 4 in

Unglazed French Pottery

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully aged unglazed pottery. Priced Individually.
Prices Vary. Large $125 Small $45 Priced individually. Call for sizing

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Early 20th Century French Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

19th Century Fiaence Pexonne Dinner Service
19th Century Fiaence Pexonne Dinner Service

19th Century Fiaence Pexonne Dinner Service

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H 0.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.5 in

19th Century Fiaence Pexonne Dinner Service

Located in New Orleans, LA

19th century hand-painted set of 73 pieces of Pexonne Faience dinner service including: 19 soup bowls, 28 dinner plates, 15 salad plates, two oval platters, one round platter, one sa...

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19th Century French Other Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay, Faience, Luster, Paint

Pair of Tenmoku Plates by Shoji Hamada

Pair of Tenmoku Plates by Shoji Hamada

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H 1.19 in Dm 8.86 in

Pair of Tenmoku Plates by Shoji Hamada

By Shoji Hamada

Located in Oxford, Oxfordshire

Two wheel thrown stoneware plates with tenmoku glaze and resist decoration.

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Early 20th Century British Showa Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Portuguese Painted Clay Floral Pottery Plate with Pink, Yellow and Green Tones
Portuguese Painted Clay Floral Pottery Plate with Pink, Yellow and Green Tones

Portuguese Painted Clay Floral Pottery Plate with Pink, Yellow and Green Tones

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Portuguese painted clay pottery plate from the early 20th century with floral decor and decorated border.

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Portuguese Painted Clay Early 20th Century Floral Plate from Sao Pedro do Corval
Portuguese Painted Clay Early 20th Century Floral Plate from Sao Pedro do Corval

Portuguese Painted Clay Early 20th Century Floral Plate from Sao Pedro do Corval

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Portuguese painted clay early 20th century pottery plate from Sao Pedro do Corval, with yellow, brown and green floral decor.

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Fourteen Drabware Plates Made in England, circa 1840
Fourteen Drabware Plates Made in England, circa 1840

Fourteen Drabware Plates Made in England, circa 1840

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to present this set of fourteen drabware plates made in England in the mid-19th century. Drabware is distinctive from other pottery because the color of the plate is t...

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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Tang Dynasty Horse
Tang Dynasty Horse

Tang Dynasty Horse

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H 18.25 in W 17.5 in D 6 in

Tang Dynasty Horse

Located in Chicago, IL

It stands foursquare on a clay plate.

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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Peacock Plates
Peacock Plates

Peacock Plates

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H 1.75 in Dm 10.5 in

Peacock Plates

Located in New York, NY

A series of three Dutch delft blue and white chargers hand-painted in a stunning deep blue with a yellow rim. The hand-painted design is known as the "peacock" pattern as it resemble...

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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

The 1908 Monaco Motor Boat ‘Championnat de la Mer’ trophy by Domenico Mastroiann
The 1908 Monaco Motor Boat ‘Championnat de la Mer’ trophy by Domenico Mastroiann

The 1908 Monaco Motor Boat ‘Championnat de la Mer’ trophy by Domenico Mastroiann

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Evidently a talented sculptor Mastroianni is best known today for his sculptobromure or sculpture éphémère which involved modelling images on sheets of clay which were then photograp...

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Early 1900s French Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Bronze

Spanish 18th Century Glazed Plate
Spanish 18th Century Glazed Plate

Spanish 18th Century Glazed Plate

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H 4.34 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in

Spanish 18th Century Glazed Plate

Located in Kastrup, DK

Spanish 18th century glazed pottery plate or bowl. Decorated with geometric decorations in polychrome. In perfect original condition.

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18th Century Spanish Moorish Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Hand Painted Italian Majolica Wall Plate
Hand Painted Italian Majolica Wall Plate

Hand Painted Italian Majolica Wall Plate

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a large decorating Italian Majolica Wall Plate. It is a round plate with scalloped yellow and brown borders. It is depicting a big and bright colorful Fleur de Lis, that is a...

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Early 20th Century Italian Gothic Revival Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Spaniard Talavera Majolica Decorative Plate Of Don Quixote
Spaniard Talavera Majolica Decorative Plate Of Don Quixote

Spaniard Talavera Majolica Decorative Plate Of Don Quixote

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a very large decorating Majolica Plate depicting Don Quixote de La Mancha. These famous character is universally known by the Spanish novel book of Miguel de Cervantes (One o...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay, Majolica

19th Century Brown and Mint Creamware Baroque Plate
19th Century Brown and Mint Creamware Baroque Plate

19th Century Brown and Mint Creamware Baroque Plate

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H 1.37 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Brown and Mint Creamware Baroque Plate

Located in Miami, FL

Brown and mint creamware plate with late neoclassical watermark bordering scene depicting cavaliers of this period.  

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19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Huge Hand Painted Spaniard Majolica Wall Plate of Don Quixote and Sancho
Huge Hand Painted Spaniard Majolica Wall Plate of Don Quixote and Sancho

Huge Hand Painted Spaniard Majolica Wall Plate of Don Quixote and Sancho

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a very large decorating Majolica Plate depicting the portraits of Don Quixote de La Mancha and Sancho Panza. These famous characters are universally known by the Spanish nove...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

19th Century French Bronze Plate 'Fishing Putti'
19th Century French Bronze Plate 'Fishing Putti'

19th Century French Bronze Plate 'Fishing Putti'

Located in New York, NY

19th century French decorative bronze plate signed 'Clay' depicting a struggle between a great fish and a trio of putti (in the ancient classical art world, winged infants believed t...

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Bronze

Large Oval Early 20th Century Adams Style Water Gilded Mirror
Large Oval Early 20th Century Adams Style Water Gilded Mirror

Large Oval Early 20th Century Adams Style Water Gilded Mirror

Located in Hudson, NY

The mirror shows some nice rub thrus to the red clay underground and the plate has fine old crazing (see photo 2 and a close up of the cover shot) giving the piece and good antique q...

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Early 20th Century English Adam Style Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Overglaze Pottery Square Plate/Square Pottery Tray/1800s/Edo
Japanese Antique Overglaze Pottery Square Plate/Square Pottery Tray/1800s/Edo

Japanese Antique Overglaze Pottery Square Plate/Square Pottery Tray/1800s/Edo

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

In addition, since thin clay plates are fired, the plates themselves tend to warp or twist in the kiln.

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Pottery

Italian Art Nouveau Majolica Plate with Hibiscus Design, Early 1900s
Italian Art Nouveau Majolica Plate with Hibiscus Design, Early 1900s

Italian Art Nouveau Majolica Plate with Hibiscus Design, Early 1900s

Located in Valencia, VC

Italian Art Nouveau Majolica Hibiscus Plate, Early 20th Century A handmade Italian majolica plate featuring a detailed hibiscus flower in shades of pink, white, green, and yellow. C...

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay, Earthenware, Majolica

19th Century George Jones Majolica Plate
19th Century George Jones Majolica Plate

19th Century George Jones Majolica Plate

By George Jones

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a fine example of George Jones majolica. Jones worked for the Minton Co for a few years before opening his own factory in Stoke-on-Trent, England. He and his sons kept the ...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Pair of 19th Century Wedgwood Majolica Plates
Pair of 19th Century Wedgwood Majolica Plates

Pair of 19th Century Wedgwood Majolica Plates

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a pair of Wedgwood plates in the strawberry and grape pattern. This was one of Wedgwood's most famous patterns in majolica. It was often copied by other majolica companies....

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19th Century British Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

c 1875 English Majolica Plate by Wedgwood
c 1875 English Majolica Plate by Wedgwood

c 1875 English Majolica Plate by Wedgwood

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a stunning Wedgwood plate. The background is turquoise with a large single leaf in the center, and smaller leaves, flowers, grapes and strawberries surrounding it. The mold...

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19th Century British Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

Pair of English Majolica Plates by W. Smith
Pair of English Majolica Plates by W. Smith

Pair of English Majolica Plates by W. Smith

Located in Atlanta, GA

Majolica is a pottery that was started in England by the Minton Company, 1851. The pottery quickly became popular and several other companies popped up throughout the UK and other co...

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19th Century British Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Wedgwood Shell Plate Circa 1880
Wedgwood Shell Plate Circa 1880

Wedgwood Shell Plate Circa 1880

By Josiah Wedgwood

Located in Atlanta, GA

Wedgwood is a very fine china company from England that hired many exceptional artists who created majolica from approximately from 1860 - 1900. The shell and seaweed pattern was a ...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

1870 -1880 Beautiful Wedgwood Leaf Plate
1870 -1880 Beautiful Wedgwood Leaf Plate

1870 -1880 Beautiful Wedgwood Leaf Plate

By Wedgwood

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautiful Wedgwood Majolica leaf plate circa 1870 - 1880 in rare colors. Based on the marking on the back of the plate, "DUF" it was made in December of 1877.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Clay Plates

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Clay

Antique Majolica Oak Leaf Acorn Plate
Antique Majolica Oak Leaf Acorn Plate

Antique Majolica Oak Leaf Acorn Plate

Located in Atlanta, GA

This piece of majolica is in excellent condition with wonderful color. It would look beautiful in anyones collection. Also looks nice hanging on a wall. # 111

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19th Century English Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay, Paint

English Majolica Lavender Strawberry and Grape Plate
English Majolica Lavender Strawberry and Grape Plate

English Majolica Lavender Strawberry and Grape Plate

Located in Atlanta, GA

Majolica is a pottery that started in England by the Minton Company in 1851. The pottery quickly became popular and several other companies popped up throughout England.
This...

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19th Century English Antique Clay Plates

Materials

Clay

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Antique Clay Plates For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique clay plates available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique clay plates was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and brass. Find 115 antique and vintage antique clay plates at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 85 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Antique clay plates have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Antique clay plates made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with neoclassical — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique clay plates over the years, but those made by Belleek Pottery Ltd., Theodore Deck and Jean Pouyat are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Clay Plates?

Antique clay plates can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,728, while the lowest priced sells for $39 and the highest can go for as much as $41,043.

Questions About Antique Clay Plates

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-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, 2022
    Antique 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.