Antique Silver

Collection of Antique Snuff Boes

Antique Snuff Boxes: An Expert Guide

16 February 2023

Snuff is a type of finely ground, or powdered, tobacco that is sniffed (snuffed) through the nose. It has been used for centuries as a form of nicotine delivery as well as a social…

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Four pieces of silverware created by a family of silversmiths in London, the Batemans. From left to right, these items are a hot water urn, a teapot, a creamer, and a hot water jug. The teapot was crafted by Peter and Ann Bateman, while Hester Bateman made the other three.

How to Identify British Antique Silver & Plate

20 January 2023

Antique silver and its plated counterparts come in many guises. What is sterling silver? What is the difference between Old Sheffield Plate and Sheffield Plated? Is white metal, silver? How can I tell if…

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