@tmcvintage1: NOT ALL SILVER PLATE IS CREATED EQUAL. Here are five things you need to know before you buy: 1. Silver plate is a layer of silver applied over another metal. 2. The base metal affects the weight, durability and overall quality. 3. Maker’s marks can reveal the age, manufacturer and collectibility. 4. Condition matters—but small imperfections, gentle wear and patina tell its story and add character. 5. Triple or quadruple plate can be an important clue that you may have a Victorian treasure in your hands. What do EPNS, EPBM and A1 mean? We’ll cover those next time! Shop our Silver Collection on the website themarialvacollection.com #Silverplate #AntiqueSilver #VictorianSilver #SilverCollector #TheMarialvaCollection