The Tarnished Reputation of Silver

The Tarnished Reputation of Silver. Many people today run away screaming when you even say the words “antique silver,” much less suggest they buy some for daily use in their homes. But like many things we are afraid of, the tarnished reputation of vintage silver is based largely on myth. This lecture-style presentation covers the basics of identifying sterling silver, coin silver, and silverplate, the various ways silver has been used, cared for, and cherished in everyday households over time. Carolyn Law will demonstrate ways to clean tarnished silver. We will talk about market trends of value and desirability, including when it may be appropriate to sell for melt value.