Sterling Silver Calculator
Do you have some antique silver décor, sterling silver coins, or sterling silver jewelry? You can figure out the value of your pieces using our sterling silver calculator.
To see the melt value of your sterling silver, input the quantity and weight of each item into the calculator. Our calculators use a built-in formula to take the item's weight and multiply it by the current spot price of silver to determine the melt value. Remember that the intrinsic value can be different from its overall worth as some items, depending on their condition, design, brand, and age, can be worth more if they’re sold as-is instead of melted down.
Enter your amounts to compute your silver value
Enter your amounts to compute your silver value
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Tips Before Selling Your Sterling Silver
First, check for a sterling silver stamp, which will typically say "Sterling," ".925," or "925/1000." This marking indicates that the piece is 92.5% pure silver by weight. Some European countries use "800" or "835" instead, meaning the piece contains 80% or 83.5% silver, respectively. If your item is older or too worn to locate a stamp, professional testing (such as acid tests, electronic testers, or X-ray fluorescence scans) may be necessary to confirm its silver content.
Always have your silver pieces appraised before selling or melting them down to ensure you receive their full value. Some antique or designer silver items may be worth significantly more than their metal content alone.
If you have original documentation from the purchase or an authenticity certificate, this can help an appraiser determine your item’s true market value.
Not all buyers offer the same price, so it’s smart to shop around before selling. Some jewelers and dealers value silver only for its melt price, while others consider craftsmanship, brand, and historical significance. Online silver marketplaces like eBay or Etsy can be an option but be sure to check buyer reviews and seller protection policies to avoid scams.
Collectors often seek sterling silver items from renowned silversmiths such as Paul Storr, Mappin & Webb, and Hester Bateman, as well as luxury brands like Tiffany & Co., Gorham, Reed & Barton, Rosenthal, R. Wallace, Steiff, and Towle.
Certain silverware patterns are more valuable than others, with Grand Baroque (Wallace), Repousse (Kirk-Stieff), Francis I (Reed & Barton), Eloquence Sterling (Lunt), and King Richard (Towle) among the most sought-after designs. While complete silverware sets (service for 12+) tend to hold more value, individual specialty pieces (like ladles, serving forks, or rare utensils) can also be highly collectible.
