Silver in the News

Best sterling silver flatware set
A good sterling silver flatware set can last a long time. Whether you’re picking one up for yourself or want to give a friend a timeless gift for their new home, you’ll want something impressive and ... continued..
How to clean silverware and make it shine like new again
Routine use and washing can turn silverware spotty, dull, dark, and dingy. Buffing with a cloth can remove water spots and light tarnish, but you may need to deep-clean your silverware to renew its ... continued..
Now Is the Time for Sterling Silver Flatware
In 2011, silver prices hit a record of $47 per ounce. At the time, there were still vast amounts of sterling silver on the market. Given the high prices for silver, there was a brief time in which it ... continued..
A china cabinet stuffed with grandma’s wedding set gets appraised at under 400 dollars, yet one drawer of sterling flatware inside can fetch thousands, appraisers say
Appraisers say china cabinets now sell for under $100, even as sterling flatware inside can bring thousands, exposing a generational value gap. continued..
Century-old sterling silver flatware set is a family heirloom. What is it worth?
This month’s submissions all were handed down in families, including a fine set of Reed & Barton sterling flatware, a carnival glass bowl, and a print that hung in a lawyer’s office. Two pieces of ... continued..
How to Clean Silver Flatware, Jewelry, and More
Your cherished silver heirlooms can appear bright and shiny, or dark and dull. Luckily the steps for how to clean silver are easy—and rewarding. It’s a task most people can do at home with only a few ... continued..
The Smart Collector: Silver flatware may be worth more melted down
Q: I have complete place settings for eight plus many serving pieces in Gorham sterling's Chantilly pattern. What is its value in today's market? A: Smart collectors know that these are high times for ... continued..
Five key things to know before you sell your silver coins, bars, jewelry or flatware
The precious metal has seen a huge spike in value over the past year, leading many to consider cashing in on what they have Silver reached a record spot price of $82 an ounce recently, and many people ... continued..

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