An Antiques expert reveals how to tell silver from silver plate. The difference in value is huge.

In this video I reveal several simple ways to identify silver from silver plate, even without hallmarks. Rest assured, no antiques were harmed in the making of this video. #antiques #antiquesroadshow #silver #sheffieldplate

[@Yummicookie1979]

Lovely video. I was actually looking at pictures of antique silver to give me better ideas for giving the polymer clay piece I'm working on to give the most realistic look possible. This video isn't what I was searching for but it was definitely an interesting watch. Thanks for sharing!😊❤️

[@jenlt5125]

Silver is the new gold ✨️ Great video for complete novice like myself. What about making a series of KZbin shorts on these kinds of topics?

[@MrStevenMoore]

Thank you. I’m glad you’re enjoying them. Sadly 60 seconds doesn’t give you much time to inform, but I can try it!

[@jenlt5125]

The only info I retained from the video, even though it was very interesting, was the first bit, tapping on it, I'm into all kInds of things, I have rugs, figurines, crystals, cards, very random and unless you specialise in one thing... valuable info can fly over. In summary, tap test = great, thanks so much 🙏 👍 😊

[@MrStevenMoore]

I have made a few shorts - more on my Instagram

[@sprocket9200]

I found, what I believe to be a gravy boat tray and it has a crown and says international silver 675. It is rather tarnished but looks good for the wear. Fortunately paid $5 for it. Is it a solid piece?

[@cynthiaguest4509]

Thank you for all the excellent information. I have a pair of candelabra that I’m pretty certain are Sheffield plate - there is a letter E incised under one of the arms… does that mean anything to you? They are quite grand and can be used as a single, double or triple branch …

[@twhjonesladi]

Hello, I found a silver tray at a sale and it is stamped Germany on the back and has a crest in the center of the tray. It is huge and quite heavy. I have done the magnet test and the ice cube test. Both indicate it is silver. I haven't found any other markings but I don't have a magnifies glass. Any thoughts. Thanks for your help.

[@denisehawkins4120]

I have a Very large Elephant Statue that’s all Silver there is also two Tigers Attacking him… How do I find out if it’s all Silver? It’s very heavy, but it also sits on a lacquer base the basis old but in good condition I haven’t seen any marks on it anywhere. I’ve actually taken it off the base to see if there is any marks anywhere I can’t see them how do I find out if it’s

[@TheLegendof2009]

I have these EPNS A1 90 stamped knife type things, tried that tapping them against one another but they all ring pretty high pitch even when i tap something like stainless steel. Says on the handle made in sheffield England. Are these just plated? I don't want to run a buffing compound over them and possibly damage it if they're just plated

[@militariacollectablesbelgium]

Hello, i just buyed a few silver plated items myself. They all have wear to them. You can see the copper comming true there. They all have markings. I think one of them is eickhorn and one is primans stamped. Do you have a source of finding producers. Do you have any tips for me to restore or keep it this way. I am new to this but i found out these types of plating dates back to the early 1900 to even before that era. Thanks in advance for your answer

[@GoddessIsis2023]

I have small 3prong fork and spoon matching set looks like colonial men on the top has a stamp that says Deme or Demel it is hard to see stamp is super email

[@bethwinters6503]

Hello I was wondering I have some flatware that is stamped 16DWT and some pieces AA do they contain any silver? Are they worth anything?

[@Tucker68284]

First great to see you back loved the video, Just one question, i love collecting silver what is the best way to clean it

[@MrStevenMoore]

Silvo is my go to. Either the wadding or the liquid. If something is really tarnished I use one of those ‘bath’ cleaners first, great to get the think off and into all the nooks and crannies, but it never brings the lustre up. Use Silvo after. Let it dry and then buff off with an old towel. One to take the thick off and another to Polish. Lasts for months

[@Tucker68284]

Thanks ,took your advice and my lovely silver tea set is ready for afternoon tea @@MrStevenMoore

[@PeterDrewVoiceovers]

@@MrStevenMoore I haven't tried Silvo, but I've been using Herman's, a product made in Rhode Island. Totally odorless and non-toxic. It comes in a jar and looks like a face cream. Works well with absolutely no scratching of the silver. My wife has allergies and sensitivities, which is why I bought the Herman's over other brands. We have an online reselling business on the side, so we needed something to clean the silver plate we buy for resale.

[@mattgrosvenor8013]

Loving the videos - as someone new to antiques. How is Chinese and French silver marked?

[@MrStevenMoore]

www.925-1000.com/ this website should help

[@lyndaross4617]

New subscriber here. Thank you for sharing. What was the square Sheffield plate tray used for in it's day?

[@MrStevenMoore]

Probably to revive calling cards.

[@lyndaross4617]

Thank you for quick response. @@MrStevenMoore

[@ElizabethFrank-ut5fu]

We have a Meriden Brittany’s repossessed quadruple plated basket with bird on handle, is this of value?

[@Hanna9207]

Anchor Rogers silverware: if the mark included XII, does that mean triple-plate? I have a silverware set with wooden box from 1846. Concluded that from mark: (anchor) Rogers (anchor) XII. One piece has (anchor) Rogers AA.

[@2brocker]

very interesting video. How do you identify silver if the marks have been more or less been polished away

[@MrStevenMoore]

It may be possible to recognise the hallmarks from the shape, but it depends of how rubbed they are.

[@TeriBirds]

I have a beautiful 18” footed platter marked MS England and a tiny 34 on one foot. I wish I could send a photo.

[@MrStevenMoore]

Do so via instagram and I will try and help

[@user-ep2dp8gy2j]

I just watched your video. I have a Sheffield 4 seasons box. I cannot find any information on it nor the value. Bought it several years back at a "reputable" auction. Let me say it was not as reputable as we thought. Are you familiar with this piece? Also, how would I clean this?

[@RonieronBagot]

Hi i found a teapot silver plate

[@TheresaHatchel]

I have a plàtter that has a goat with horns and a lion on each end and on the middle it's got an O L o above the l . Then says it's made in the USA

[@TheresaHatchel]

Is there any value there?

[@edwardbibbins4647]

Oh dear Steven, you seem to have upset Mr Baggott. Who knew there were Prima Donnas in the antique world?! Surely anyone interested in buying silverware knows about the differing marks without resorting to a gentle tap anyway

[@MrStevenMoore]

Well quite.