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Is Sheridan Taunton Silversmiths real silver?

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Is Sheridan Taunton Silversmiths real silver?

Sheriden Silver of Taunton MA is a maker of silver plated hollow ware. They have been in business since 1946.

What is the value of silver plate serving dishes?

Since there is only a small amount of silver on each item, there is no melting value for silverplate. Pieces that are more decorative, rare, and in good condition might sell for more money. Silverplate value is more about the antique market than it is about the metal market.

What is EP brass?

posted 03-28-2003 03:43 PM. Your tea set is brass (“BRASS”, the base metal), electro-plated (“EP”) with pure (“tarnished”) silver. Nickel silver is also used as a base metal for silverplated tea sets, but it would not be plated on brass — and nickel silver does not tarnish since it has no silver in it.

Is quadruple plated silver worth anything?

Quadruple plate silver is not worth much if it is a standalone item. But if you bring quadruple plate silver flatware or other household items in sets, and they have a desirable or unique pattern, you can get up to $100.

How do you clean EP brass?

Mix baking soda and salt with hot water and cover everything with it. The proportions are not crucial, but about 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of baking soda to 3 dl water should do the trick. Lightly tarnished objects should clean up in a few minutes, and you just rinse them of and dry them.

Is silverplate worth any money?

Silver is a valuable metal that has a long-lasting intrinsic value. Therefore, you can melt it down and sell it depending on the metal market. On the contrary, silver-plated items are only worth what the buyer has to offer. Unlike silver that has a melting value, silverplate doesn’t.

Is tarnished silver worth anything?

Tarnished or polished are not states of value except when talking marketability. The maker, style, period, finess of make, wear, damage all affect value. Salability is often influenced by the surface condition. The patina on a piece is best judged on a piece that has been properly cleaned.