Sell Antique Silverware to the Best Silverware Buyer in Las Vegas & Henderson, NV

Knives, forks, and spoons, also known as cutlery, are referred to as silverware. Since it’s made of silver, coated with silver, or even looks like silver, it’s generally referred to as silverware. Valuable antique silverware is either created or coated with real silver.

Silver is a precious metal, and its intrinsic value of silver may often exceed the value of the article. Modern pieces may not have held their value, but quality antiques should be worth more than the scrap metal price. This is why many people collect and invest in antique silverware because of its undoubtedly increasing market value. 

Types of Antique Silverware

There are two types of valuable antique silverware: sterling silver and silver plate. These are relatively easy to spot. First, silver-plated flatware is made of a base metal that is then covered with a thin layer of silver. This silver coating gives it a lovely look, thus costing a fraction of the price of sterling silver. Silver-plate feels lighter in weight than Sterling silver for the same size.

On the other hand, the word “Sterling” stamped on the object makes it easy to recognize as sterling silver. This suggests that it is either pure silver or.924 silver with.075 copper added. “Sterling” or “.925” or “925/1000” is stamped on all Sterling silver produced in the United States after 1850.

Popular Antique Silverware Patterns

Silverware items are primarily identified through their patterns. Most of these items are sought for their intricate and elegant patterns secondary to the metal content value it contains. Below are the most popular and stunning antique silverware patterns that many silver-buying establishments buy in exchange for instant cash: 

Towle Georgian Pattern. Towle designed the Georgian pattern in 1898. It’s a beautiful style pattern with a lot of detail. The handle is designed to resemble a Greek column, complete with capital curves on the top edge. It has a rose motif on the top of the handle and partway down and another rose motif where the handle meets the fork’s body.

Adolphus Mt. Vernon Pattern. Adolphus’ Mt. Vernon is a fascinating pattern that depicts the transition from Victorian to Colonial style. This pattern featured a floral top and a beaded edge and was created in 1900. While other styles from this time period may be simpler and more colonial in style, Mt. Vernon shows one last nod to the Victorian fascination of decoration while embracing the new love of all things Early American.

Durgin New Art Pattern. Durgin’s New Art was produced in 1899, at the height of Edwardian architecture. With their elegant, almost moving shapes, these pieces have a strong Art Nouveau influence. The braided stems of the lilies form the handle, and the floral design is shown to be lushly carried into the body of the piece. At the top of a spoon handle, a smooth oval area has been left for monogramming.

Whiting Mandarin Pattern. Whiting designed the Mandarin pattern in 1917. This pattern moves from Art Nouveau’s floating lines to Art Deco’s graphic perfection. Although some of the previous style’s elegant, curving elements remain, the geometric design has found a home in this trend. The handle’s central motif is classic Arts and Crafts. Combining many artistic expressions into one gives this pattern an almost oriental feel.

International Madrid Pattern. The Madrid pattern by International Silver was introduced in 1927, at the height of the Art Deco period. It has an engraved edge and is a plain and elegant pattern. In classic Art Deco style, the handle is outlined with a raised silver thread.

Frank Whiting George III Pattern. Frank Whiting designed George III in the late 1800s. It was first published in 1891 and is richly decorated with Victorian-era decorative elements. Acanthus leaves, shells, claws, and monograms are all included in this design. It is often a case of finding the tiny design information that helps you identify antique silverware patterns.

Reed and Barton Majestic Pattern. Majestic Pattern by Reed and Barton was published in 1894. It had many of the same Victorian design elements as the George III pattern in the previous picture, but it was done in a much more simple manner. As Victorians started to adopt Colonial architecture, the carved lines of a handle allude to the Greek columns that were becoming common at the time. The edges are gracefully decorated with acanthus leaves.

 

Gorham Decor Pattern. The Gorham Décor pattern was introduced during the postwar boom of the 1950s. Cocktail parties, luncheons, and formal dinners were all the rage in suburbia in 1953, and women were celebrating a new level of entertainment. It was a culture close to the socially conscious Victorians. This pattern has all of the lavishness and curves that a Victorian might love. Most homemakers bought silver with straight lines and little decoration to match their atomic age homes’ sleek lines, which is an incredibly fussy style for the 1950s.

Alvin Bridal Rose Pattern. Alvin introduced the Bridal Rose pattern in 1903. It’s a sweet and feminine style with a lot of roses in it. This design or pattern is commonly seen in silver spoons and knives. 

Value of Antique Silverware

An antique silverware’s value primarily depends on its type: a silver plate or sterling silver. If the design and quality are fine, silver-plate can have a moderate resale value. Its worth is purely dependent on the piece’s aesthetics. It will not contain enough silver to be worth anything just for the silver. On the other hand, since the silver content has a scrap value, sterling silver is more expensive. Furthermore, the value of the silverware can far exceed the scrap value due to its age, style, and attractiveness.

Although the specifics of determining value in different types of antique silverware vary, several general rules can be used to determine the likelihood of anything being valuable. When determining the value of an antique, a number of considerations are taken into account.

Item condition. The value of antique silverware drops dramatically when they are in poor condition. Reputable organizations establish a protocol for quickly determining the state of a vintage item’s quality. The most common judgment criteria used to assess antique silver are Mint, Nearly Mint, Excellent, Good, Decent, and Poor. 

When considering condition, bear in mind that the item’s rarity may affect the condition’s impact on its value. Even if an extremely rare item is in poor or fair condition, it can be worth a lot of money. If the item is popular, however, it may not be worth much in mint condition.

Repairs, restoration and modification. When examining the antique silverware, silver buyers will search for signs of repairs, restorations, and improvements. Antique silverware, for example, that has been properly repaired, will usually maintain its value. Other silverware with replacement parts or unprofessional fixes, on the other hand, can lose a significant amount of value. Furthermore, if you possess any antique silverware item, look for signs that it has been altered from its original condition. 

Stamps, marks, and signatures. A silverware item with the manufacturer’s logo or the artist’s name stamped or otherwise labeled is usually more valuable than one without. This is why, when examining antique silverware, an experienced antique collector checks to see if it is marked as one of the first things they do.

To check for marks that are too small to be seen easily, you might want to hold a magnifying glass or a jeweler’s loupe, which is a special high-powered magnifying glass. Note that the marking or signature can be worn and difficult to read, but it will become a good starting point for learning more about the item’s history.

Age and demand. When determining the value of antique silverware, the period in which it was produced is vital. Silver buyers will not be able to tell the exact year an object was made, but by recognizing the key components, they will be able to identify the main characteristics that will assist them in deciding when it was made.

Although the age of an object is taken into account when assessing its value, it is important to remember that just because something is antique does not mean it is valuable. The value of an antique silverware is often determined by the market.

Authenticity. When determining whether an object is attractive, it’s important to think about whether or not it’s real. Many popular antique silverware items have been reproduced in recent years and are not as valuable as the original. Some telltale features can be detected after enough testing and examination by a reputable silver-buying establishment.

They look for signs that the antique silver item is as old as it claims to be. Another indication that they examine the antique silver object for indications that it is as old as it claims to be. Sloppy craftsmanship is another sign that an item isn’t genuine. Another method for evaluating authenticity is to use a long-wave black light or ultraviolet light.

Best Buyer of Antique Silverware

Nevada Coin Mart will give you the best value and price for any antique silverware you own. We purchase a range of antique silverware, including silver spoons, forks, platters, and other silver utensils. We have been the number one and largest silver buyer in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada, for more than ten years.

When you engage in a sale transaction with us, rest assured that you will receive the best customer service you will ever get in Nevada. We have a free in-store review and evaluation for your antique silverware and other valuables. Also, our workers will impress you with their courtesy and excellence in service delivery. You have definitely come to the right place to get the most money for your antique silverware. 

Nevada Coin Mart will never let you down! We are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day of the year. Visit us at Nevada Coin Mart®, 4065 S. Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89103, or call us at 702-998-4000 for more details. You have found the best store with the best customer service for a successful transaction of your antique silverware.

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