$624Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Woven Mint Basket
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Compact Masterpiece from a Legendary Maison Infuse your space with the heritage and refinement of this Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Basket. Known for their impeccable craftsman...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mark J. Scearce Sterling Silver Gerald R Ford Mint Julep Cup w/Monogram #21026
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mark J Scearce sterling silver Gerald R Ford mint julep cup with monogram. Monogram appears to be CHC Well known maker of mint julep cups, Mark J Scearce of Shelbyville, Kentucky, ...
Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 4.13 in W 3.38 in Dm 3 in
Galmer Sterling Mint Juleps in a Repoussé Pattern "Flowers" with a Gold Wash
Located in Mobile, AL
This is a set of six Galmer sterling silver mint juleps with a gold wash on the inside. The have a design of repoussé flowers that are extremely detailed. They are approximately 4 1/...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cups, Circa 1950
By Manchester Silver Co. & S. S.
Located in New York, NY
This pair of sterling silver mint julep cups was made by Manchester Silver Co., Providence, RI in the reeded bordered pattern, #3759. This pair of Julep Cups is a timeless and class...
Sterling Silver
Trees American Sterling Silver Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Cups
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sterling silver mint julep cups. Made by Trees in Lexington, Kentucky, ca. 1940. Each: tapering sides, and reeded rim and foot. Diminutive – perfect starter size. Hallmarked....
Sterling Silver
Mint Julep Cups - 10 Juleps - American Sterling Silver - C 1940
By Alvin Goldfarb Jewelers
Located in New York, NY
Set of 10 sterling silver mint julep cups. Made by Alvin in Providence, ca. 1940. Each: straight and tapering sides. Perfect for a Derby party. Reeded rim and foot. Hallmark includes...
Sterling Silver
MANCHESTER SILVER CO. set of 8 Mint Julep Cups mid 20th Century
By Manchester Silver Co. & S. S.
Located in New York, NY
This set of 8 sterling silver mint julep cups was made by Manchester Silver Co., Providence, RI in the banded pattern, #3759. This set is a timeless and classic example of sterling ...
Sterling Silver
Set of 10 Sterling Mint Julep Cups by Alvin Circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
This is a pristine American Sterling Silver Set of 10 Mint Juleps made by Alvin Mfg. Co. of Providence, RI Circa 1950. The tapered cylindrical cups are designed with reeded borders ...
Sterling Silver
Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Woven Mint Basket
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Compact Masterpiece from a Legendary Maison Infuse your space with the heritage and refinement of this Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Basket. Known for their impeccable craftsman...
Silver, Sterling Silver
12 Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Cocktail Tumblers or Mint Julep Cups
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 cocktail tumblers or cups with straight, clean Modern lines. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Each marked to the base with Tiffany & Co. / Maker's / Sterling...
Sterling Silver
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W 0.88 in L 8.38 in
Set of 8 Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Iced Tea/Mint Julep Straw Spoons #18799
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of 8 sterling silver iced tea or mint julep straw spoons by Tiffany & Co. No monogram Vintage set of spoons with leaf design bowls. The long handle is hollow and can be used as...
Sterling Silver
Set:12 Antique, Vintage Sterling Silver 5" Tumbler, Mint Julep
Located in San Marcos, CA
Fabulous & rare complete set of TWELVE antique to vintage American hallmarked sterling silver 5" tumbler or Mint Julep cup set, thick & heavy with "H.S.M." monograms and wonderful co...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Set of 17 Sterling Silver "Mint Julep" Spoons Straws
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning set of 17 signed Tiffany and Company mint julep spoons are sure to accentuate any afternoon tea or evening mojito. Each piece is composed of sterling silver and has the...
Sterling Silver
1950s Sterling Silver Benjamin Trees Horse Mint Julep Cup No Monogram Kentucky
By Benjamin Trees
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
Beautiful vintage sterling silver Mint Julep cup made by Benjamin Trees of KY and retailed by S Penn & Son's. One owner, no monograms either applied or removed and these have been st...
1950s Sterling Silver Benjamin Trees Horse Mint Julep Cup No Monogram Kentucky
By Benjamin Trees
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
Beautiful vintage sterling silver Mint Julep cup made by Benjamin Trees of KY and retailed by S Penn & Son's. One owner, no monograms either applied or removed and these have been st...
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling Silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 #18392
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark Sterling silver Hammered Wine Cup #222 This beautiful wine cup by designer Georg Jensen (Denmark) was meticulously crafted from sterling silver in a gorgeous, h...
Sterling Silver
$1,380
H 9.44 in Dm 9.44 in
Christofle Silver-Plated Sully Champagne & Ice Bucket (Gallia Collection) 1950s
By Christofle
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant mid-century silver-plated champagne or ice bucket by the venerable French silversmith Christofle. Dating to the 1950s, this large and striking piece belongs to the prestigiou...
Silver Plate
$295
H 10.75 in W 9.5 in D 8.75 in
Vintage English Regency Style Silver Plated Champagne Chiller Bar Ice Bucket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Regency Style Silver Plated Urn Twin Handle Champagne Chiller Bar Ice Bucket. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 10.75" H x 9.5" W x 8.75" D.
Silver Plate
$4,000 / set
H 3.75 in Dm 3.13 in
Set of 4 Scearce I-Like-Ike Eisenhower-Era Sterling Silver Mint Juleps
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Eisenhower-era sterling silver mint juleps. Made by Scearce in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Straight and tapering sides, and beaded and molded rim and foot. A great way in these t...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Period, sterling silver cocktail shaker, Marcus and Company, New York - makers, Ca. 1935. Measures 5 1/4 inches high x 3 1/4 inches diameter at widest point x 4 inches wide ...
Sterling Silver
$5,836
H 5.12 in W 14.97 in D 10.24 in
George III period sterling silver basket made by Robert Hennell in 1788
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1788 by Robert Hennell I, this very handsome, George III period. Antique Sterling Silver Basket, features slat pierced and an engraved decoration to the body,...
Sterling Silver
$5,820Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.6 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
21° Century Italian Sterling Silver Basket with Handle
By Pampaloni
Located in VALENZA, IT
Gorgeous completely handmade sterling silver basket. Made from a unique sterling silver sheet, except the base, the basket has been hand molded and turned to give it an elegant and ...
Sterling Silver
$325
H 10 in W 9.5 in D 9 in
Gorham Newport Silver Plated Trophy Cup Champagne Chiller Ice Bucket Engraved
By Gorham
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Engraved Gorham Newport Silver Plated Trophy Cup Champagne Chiller Wine Ice Bucket. Item featured is engraved "Mom & Dad 25 years August 8, 1981," ornate twin handles, round ...
Silver Plate
Silver Basket, circa 1970
Located in Torino, IT
Silver basket made in Italy, circa 1970. Weight: gr 714.
Silver
19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Travelling Collapsible Beaker
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver collapsible beaker - boxed; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This impressive antique Victorian ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$348Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.25 in W 2.5 in D 2 in
Small American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Basket
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Modern sterling silver basket. Rectangular with straight sides and curved ends. Plain rim and fixed and high c-scroll handle. Woven strips. Marked “Sterling”. We...
Sterling Silver
Set of 4 American Sterling Silver Small 3-Inch Mint Julep Cups
By Manchester Silver Co. & S. S.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 sterling silver mint juleps. Made by Manchester in Providence. Each: Traditional form with straight and tapering sides and reeded rims in small starter size. Fully marked in...
Sterling Silver
$875
H 4.25 in Dm 7.25 in
Art Deco Sterling Silver Basket w/ Cutout Detailing & Handle signed J E Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco sterling silver basket, signed by the prestigious American silversmith J. E. Caldwell, epitomizes the elegance and innovation of Art Deco design. Featuring ra...
Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Silver Rectangular Woven Basket
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rectangular MCM Silver-plated basket featuring straight lines and curved ends as well as a plain rim and a single handle. Charming piece for trinkets or keys in a foyer area or stand...
Silver Plate
Basket with Glass Liner
By Brown & Ward
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Arts & Crafts style basket with a removable glass liner. A lattice pattern around the entire body as well as handle. In the center a hand engraved monogram. The removable glass makes...
Sterling Silver
Antique Jaccard & Co. Saint Louis Coin Silver Mint Julep Cup
By Mermod Jaccard & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver mint julep cup. By Jaccard & Co. of Saint Louis (ca. 1864-1873). In coin silver. With a beaded rim and footrim. Marked to the base. Simply a wonderful ...
Silver
While early utensils were often shaped from clay, wood or bone, silversmiths later crafted flatware from precious metal. In the 19th century, mass production of electroplated flatware made silver utensils accessible to the middle class. Now, antique and vintage silver, flatware and silver-plate objects for dining and the home are heritage pieces reflecting this history of design.
Silver spoons were so prized in 15th-century England that people would travel with the valuable utensils. Forks in the 17th century were frequently made with steel and likewise only available to the upper class. Silver flatware continued to be produced in small workshops in the 18th century and was a luxury reserved for the elite. When George I came to the throne in 1714, the silver dining service — including plates, dishes, soup tureens, chargers and sauceboats — became all-important.
Innovative manufacturing techniques such as the electroplating process in the 19th century would transform silversmithing with industrialization. Sheffield plate was used from 1750 to 1880 and involved a fusion method to fabricate everything from knife handles to serveware. French industrial chemist Henri de Ruolz discovered a gilding and silver-plating process for metals in 1841, with the silver-like results so celebrated that Napoleon III ordered a 3,000-piece flatware set. The expansion of table service in the Victorian era also led to an increasing number of flatware and serving pieces in a canteen, or cutlery chest, all with specific uses, from toast forks to butter picks.
While affordable metal flatware is widely available today, historic brands including Gorham Manufacturing Company — whose legendary contribution to the history of silver making started in 1831 — and Christofle continue the tradition of silver and silver-plate flatware.
Browse 1stDibs for both antique and contemporary silver, flatware and silver-plate objects in a range of elegant designs to enhance your dining table.