The Journal
The Silver Antiquities Journal explores the history, craftsmanship and everyday enjoyment of antique silver. Discover guides to hallmarks and authenticity, celebrated makers, collecting flatware and hollowware, and caring for treasured pieces. Articles also cover selling and valuation, thoughtful gifts and heirlooms, and bringing antique silver into your home.
The journal draws on the experience of Steve Nelson, co-founder of Nelson & Nelson Antiques, and the gallery’s more than fifty years of advising collectors in New York. Steve and his staff inspect and authenticate every item before purchasing it for the gallery, bringing firsthand knowledge of silver’s makers, materials and condition to their work. Whether you are choosing your first piece or deepening a lifelong collection, these articles offer a seasoned dealer’s perspective on what makes antique silver worth understanding and preserving.
17 articles · Gifts & Heirlooms
Gifting vintage silver means you share a piece of history, a touch of elegance, and a lot of thoughtfulness. However, with such a meaningful gesture comes the responsibility to get it right.
Read article →Silver is a timeless material that makes for a wonderful anniversary gift. It’s refined, versatile, and full of meaning, which is why it’s such an excellent way to express love and commitment.
Read article →Newlywed couples deserve wedding gifts that go beyond the ordinary. Find a piece that reflects the beauty and significance of the occasion.
Read article →A family heirloom is a treasured item families can pass down from one generation to the next. It can be anything from valuable antiques to simple photographs.
Read article →Silver has a long history of importance; many important items with silver or made of silver have been cherished as gifts since its discovery. Even today, silver is beloved as a material for treasured ornaments and fine household items.
Read article →Finding the perfect gift for a new addition to the family is always a challenge. With so many options of toys, tools, and collectibles, it’s tough to find something truly unusual.
Read article →Weddings are a blast. Hopefully, life will return to normal soon so we can all dance and celebrate love together again.
Read article →Family heirlooms help form intergenerational bonds. For example, grandchildren may feel more connected to their grandparents if they receive an antique picture frame from them.
Read article →It’s in good taste to bring a gift to these events, yet it can be difficult to know what to get. This guide on the traditions and expectations of baptism gift etiquette will help everyone pick out the perfect present for the occasion.
Read article →Welcoming a new life into the world is so exciting. People love showering newborns with love and presents.
Read article →Welcoming a new life into the world is so exciting. People love showering newborns with love and presents.
Read article →Family heirlooms form intergenerational connections between people. When a grandmother passes down her diary to her granddaughter, an inexplicable bond is created.
Read article →Antiques are not only beautiful but also provide a mirror into the past. People collect antiques because they stir conversation among guests, and they’re incredibly valuable if kept in mint condition.
Read article →Now more than ever, people want to learn about their family history. People spend hundreds of dollars buying DNA kits to give them additional information about where they came from.
Read article →There’s nothing quite like the gleam and glow of antique sterling silver. Whether it’s a silver tea set with tray, sterling candlesticks, or elegant flatware, antique sterling silver has a presence all of its own.
Read article →According to the Royal Society of Chemistry, we can trace the beginning of silver mining back to ancient Greece and Turkey, in 3000 B.C. Eventually, silver became highly valued all over the world.
Read article →Maybe your great grandma gifted you her antique silver tea set, or perhaps you're just interested in collecting and selling silver. Whatever the reason, you’ve now got an interesting collection of vintage metal objects.
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