We Buy Sterling Silver
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Where to Sell Silver?
As buyers of all precious metals we also buy sterling silver flatware, holloware or (hollowware), and objects d' art.
Sterling Silver Flatware often carries with it a great deal of personal history and sentimental value, it can be something that has been a part of a family for generations, making special occasions and moments of togetherness. This is a detail we do not take lightly, and neither should you. Many Silver buyers simply take the piece for it's silver value and melt it down. We take a great deal of consideration in appraising your silver flatware for its true value, and we'll tell you everything you want to know. For patterns, designs, and manufacturers that trade for silver, our offer to purchase your sterling silver pieces will not be beat.
Where to Sell Silver Flatware?
For us, silver flatware value is based on factors such as age, quality, craftsmanship and more factors. Determining the value of your sterling silver flatware or hollow ware is something our experts take pride in assessing.
Sterling Silver vs. Silver Plated
Sterling silver and silver plated flatware can look and feel very similar. While talking with an expert and knowledgeable silver buyer directly will reveal a great deal more insight into your collection there are a few tell tale signs that can help you feel more informed before you begin. Silver plated silverware and hollowware, though has value, is often significantly less than that of sterling silver pieces.
For more information on silver plated items click here.
Silver Marks
Most sterling silver pieces have a marking that will indicate the purity of the silver content. In the case of flatware, it may not be indicated on every individual piece. A marking of "925" refers to the fact that your piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. This is often the most common marking. You may also see "Sterling" or "Ster" imprinted on your piece. In some cases a marking of "Coin" may be imprinted, meaning it was made from metal coins and contains 90% silver. This same mark may be 900 as well. Additionally 800 indicates a lower percentage of silver.
A mark reading, "Inlaid" or "plated" means your piece is silver plated and therefor it's value is much less. While there may be other factors about it's origins and history that can increase it's value, it's is likely not worth a great deal yet we would still purchase it.
For more information on silver plated items click here.
How To Weigh Your Silver
As mentioned above, different pieces of silver flatware and hollowware can contain different percentages of silver. These pieces should be weighed as separate groups. Sterling Silver knives, for example, often only contain silver in the hilt while the blades are made of stainless steel. This is also true of items like: salt and pepper shakers, serving utensils, candlestick holders, and so on. Having over 25 years experience working with, and dissecting sterling silver pieces we are quite experienced with actual weights.
Pounds vs Troy Ounces
Once you've separated your silver into similar groupings you can use any scale to find the weight in dry pounds. Silver, however is weighed in Troy Ounces. You can make this calculation simply enough: 14.5 Troy Ounces is roughly equal to one pound. As silver prices change daily, you can use this to help you get a rough idea of your item's "Silver Value". Keep in mind that the "spot" price of silver is for pure silver not sterling, coin, or 800. Additionally other consideration factors can also be important such as assay costs. That being said using this information will give you a very rough estimated value.
It's Not All About The Silver
While many Silver Buyers simply look at the silver value of your pieces, our considerations run much deeper. Some things we look at in appraising your collection is the History, Condition, Demand, and Manufacturer (to name a few). Our appraisals are accurate and we offer the best price in the market for any antique silver flatware.
Contact Us today to get started
As buyers of all precious metals we also buy sterling silver flatware, holloware or (hollowware), and objects d' art.
Sterling Silver Flatware often carries with it a great deal of personal history and sentimental value, it can be something that has been a part of a family for generations, making special occasions and moments of togetherness. This is a detail we do not take lightly, and neither should you. Many Silver buyers simply take the piece for it's silver value and melt it down. We take a great deal of consideration in appraising your silver flatware for its true value, and we'll tell you everything you want to know. For patterns, designs, and manufacturers that trade for silver, our offer to purchase your sterling silver pieces will not be beat.
Where to Sell Silver Flatware?
For us, silver flatware value is based on factors such as age, quality, craftsmanship and more factors. Determining the value of your sterling silver flatware or hollow ware is something our experts take pride in assessing.
Sterling Silver vs. Silver Plated
Sterling silver and silver plated flatware can look and feel very similar. While talking with an expert and knowledgeable silver buyer directly will reveal a great deal more insight into your collection there are a few tell tale signs that can help you feel more informed before you begin. Silver plated silverware and hollowware, though has value, is often significantly less than that of sterling silver pieces.
For more information on silver plated items click here.
Silver Marks
Most sterling silver pieces have a marking that will indicate the purity of the silver content. In the case of flatware, it may not be indicated on every individual piece. A marking of "925" refers to the fact that your piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. This is often the most common marking. You may also see "Sterling" or "Ster" imprinted on your piece. In some cases a marking of "Coin" may be imprinted, meaning it was made from metal coins and contains 90% silver. This same mark may be 900 as well. Additionally 800 indicates a lower percentage of silver.
A mark reading, "Inlaid" or "plated" means your piece is silver plated and therefor it's value is much less. While there may be other factors about it's origins and history that can increase it's value, it's is likely not worth a great deal yet we would still purchase it.
For more information on silver plated items click here.
How To Weigh Your Silver
As mentioned above, different pieces of silver flatware and hollowware can contain different percentages of silver. These pieces should be weighed as separate groups. Sterling Silver knives, for example, often only contain silver in the hilt while the blades are made of stainless steel. This is also true of items like: salt and pepper shakers, serving utensils, candlestick holders, and so on. Having over 25 years experience working with, and dissecting sterling silver pieces we are quite experienced with actual weights.
Pounds vs Troy Ounces
Once you've separated your silver into similar groupings you can use any scale to find the weight in dry pounds. Silver, however is weighed in Troy Ounces. You can make this calculation simply enough: 14.5 Troy Ounces is roughly equal to one pound. As silver prices change daily, you can use this to help you get a rough idea of your item's "Silver Value". Keep in mind that the "spot" price of silver is for pure silver not sterling, coin, or 800. Additionally other consideration factors can also be important such as assay costs. That being said using this information will give you a very rough estimated value.
It's Not All About The Silver
While many Silver Buyers simply look at the silver value of your pieces, our considerations run much deeper. Some things we look at in appraising your collection is the History, Condition, Demand, and Manufacturer (to name a few). Our appraisals are accurate and we offer the best price in the market for any antique silver flatware.
Contact Us today to get started
