Antique & Vintage Silverware Videos

Watch expert videos on antique and vintage silverware care, British hallmark identification, and collector pieces from Beeches Vintage.

A Guide to British Silver Hallmarks

Learn how to read and identify British silver hallmarks, including assay office marks, date letters, maker's marks, and standard marks. This guide is essential for enthusiasts of British hallmarked silver who are interested in the history of their silver.

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fruit Knife

A closer look at an antique Victorian sterling silver fruit knife — examining its hallmarks, craftsmanship, condition, and what to look for when buying similar pieces. A must-watch for silverware enthusiasts and collectors.

Antique Georgian Silver Lidded Glass Jar

This is a lovely Antique Silver Lidded Jar from the early 1800s, perfect for storing creams, vitamins, or small items like rings. Made by Archibald Douglas and hallmarked in London in 1827, the Sterling Silver lid lifts off easily to reveal a distinctive 12-sided dodecagon glass body — a shape popular in the Georgian era for its light-reflecting qualities and tactile appeal. The hallmarks are on the underside of the lid.

To find out about the history of silver lidded jars and what they were used for, visit our blog: The Quiet Luxury of Silver Lidded Glass Jars.

Antique Victorian Small Silver Bon Bon Dish

A beautiful small Antique Sterling Silver Bon Bon Dish or Bowl, perfect for serving sweets or nuts. Made by S Blanckensee and Son Ltd and hallmarked in Birmingham in 1895, this shiny Sterling Silver piece has its hallmarks and maker’s mark cleverly hidden within the pattern on the underside.

Antique Sterling Silver Pin Cushion

A very pretty heart-shaped Antique Sterling Silver Pin Cushion — a style that was hugely popular from the 1880s through to the early 1920s, before cheaper materials took over. This charming piece has Sterling Silver sides, stands on three silver legs, a material top for pins, and a wooden base.