There are several markings that indicate sterling silver flatware or tableware.
Sterling silver place settings value.
If it s marked with the word sterling it must be 92 5 pure silver and not plated.
Sets range from a just few pieces to over 10 in one set for each diner.
P pattern ratings are as follows.
Here are the most common marks you ll see on a sterling silver set.
The following is a price guide for sterling silver flatware patterns.
How to identify sterling silver tableware.
Piece type place sets 28 place forks 3.
In the example above you would take the current spot price of 16 56 1 13775 ounces which gives you a value of 18 84 for your piece of sterling silver.
P please see the sterling silver pattern images to find your pattern s rating a b or c.
Full place settings for an entire dining table may include dozens of items.
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A highly collected.
Silver place settings consist of the various spoons forks and knives used in a dining set.
Sterling is a legally binding term.
C scarcely collected p if your pattern has an a rating for example you would use the value ranges under the a column as a guide.
Pricing old silver place settings depends on a number of factors including the.
With these steps in hand determining the value of your sterling silver should be easy.
B moderately collected.