• Silverware

• Animals
• Baskets
• Beakers
• Bowls
• Boxes
• Candelabra
• Candlesticks
• Centrepieces
• Claret Jugs
• Clocks
• Collectibles
• Condiments
• Cream Jugs
• Dishes
• Goblets
• Hip Flasks
• Inkstands
• Miscellany
• Mugs and Tankards
• Napkin Rings
• Perfume Bottles
• Picture Frames
• Salvers
• Sauce Boats
• Sugar Casters
• Teaware
• Trays
• Trophies
• Vases

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is meant by the term 'antique' ?

Any item over 100 years old is classified as antique.

2. What is your returns policy ?

If you are unhappy with the item you have purchased, you have 14 days to contact Stephen Kalms, stating the reason for return. This will not affect your statutory consumer rights. All shipping return costs have to be paid by the purchaser

3. People refer to 'Sheffield'. What is it ?

'Sheffield' or more properly 'Old Sheffield Plate' refers to a process devised in the 18th century of silver plating. Please refer to our page describing Old Sheffield. This is not to be confused with sterling silver that is hallmarked in Sheffield.

4. What's the best way to clean silver ?

This is dependent on several factors, the chief of which are:

Location - Items left in direct sunlight will tarnish more readily than those in sheltered areas.

Handling - If pieces are handled regularly, they will not need a thorough clean. A cloth to remove finger marks is more than sufficient.

Age - Modern silver tarnishes quicker than old silver. Antique silver acquires a patina over the course of its lifetime. For pieces with ingrained dirt, liquid polish - such as Silvo or Goddards, applied with cotton wool, and rubbed off with a duster will suffice. For really dirty items, duraglit, if applied delicately, is perfect.

5. What are old plate marks ?

'Old plate marks' generally refers to the process of electroplating throughout the 19th century. Manufacturers placed identifying marks on items they made, which resembled typical hallmarks. This practice was widely abandoned in the 20th century.

6. How accurate is your description 'circa' ?

Circa is accurate to 25 years. The age is determined by the style and quality of the piece.

7. What is your shipping policy ?

After receiving your order, we will endeavour to send the item within 5 working days.

8. Do you have a satisfaction guarantee ?

Please refer to point 2

9 What credit cards do you accept ?

Visa, Mastercard, Switch, Maestro, American Express

10. What is the best guide for reading hallmarks ?

There are several hallmark books for sale, but we recommend Bradbury's book of hallmarks.