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Is epns worth anything

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How much is epns worth?

EPNS stands for electro plated nickel silver. It is a fancy way of saying silver plated. Items marked EPNS are not worth very much, but it depends on the item. A fork might only be worth a dollar or less, but a complete tea set could be worth $50-150.


What is the value of a set of 6 epns silver spoons?

Afraid they are worth zilch sorry.


Is a epns silver piece worth anything?

EPNS stands for "Electro Plated Nickel Silver". Nickel Silver (sometimes stainless steel) is the base metal onto which silver is plated. Despite its name, nickel silver contains no silver at all, but is an alloy of nickel, zinc & copper. A layer of pure silver is deposited electrolytically on the base metal to give a silver finish.


1847 rogers bros silver coffee pot called first love 9501 IS in box EPNS what is it worth?

EPNS stands for electro plated nickel silver. This means that it was made after 1900 and is of no interest to antique collectors. The value is about $20 if you can find a buyer. There are not many buyers for silver plated items.


What is the value of epns serving spoons?

there is not just one type of Epns spoon. They are all ages etc. Are there any other markings on spoons?


What does EPNS A1 mean?

EPNS A1 is the highest grade of silver plating that the manufacturer provides. EPNS = Electroplated Nickel Silver A1 = the thickness of the silver plating which is usually 30 - 35 Microns. Highest Grade of Silver plating. The higher the grade, the longer the cutlery will last. 35 Microns of EPNS will last approximately 40years, but this depends on usage, storage and care.


When did they start EPNS I have a tea strainer with this on the bottom and have been told it's from the 1930's. Is this possible?

Yes, it's very possible. Electroplating was invented in 1840 by Elkington of Birmingham, England. However, a lot early silver plate was marked with pseudo-hallmarks and, to avoid confusion with sterling silver, this practice was made illegal in 1896. After that date, all silver plate was required to be stamped 'EPNS'. So anything marked EPNS can date from 1896 onwards. Ken


What do's epns stand for?

The acronym EPNS stands for electroplated nickel silver. This is commonly seen on silver flatware and serving pieces. It is the most common of all the stamps seen on these items.


Who buys EPNS silver?

Otto von habsburg


Is EPNS A1 mark 100 perecent silver?

I don't think so, i have my grandmas EPNS 100 silver set, and she use to send it to be plated from time to time.


What does epns a1 39 mean?

EPNS A1 is the highest grade of silver plating that the manufacturer provides. EPNS = Electroplated Nickel Silver A1 = the thickness of the silver plating which is usually 30 - 35 Microns. Highest Grade of Silver plating. The higher the grade, the longer the cutlery will last. 35 Microns of EPNS will last approximately 40years, but this depends on usage, storage and care. "Sheffield" is where the cutlery was manufactured


What does AD EPNS A1 mean on the base of your pepper pot?

EPNS A1 is the highest grade of silver plating that the manufacturer provides. EPNS = Electroplated Nickel Silver A1 = the thickness of the silver plating which is usually 30 - 35 Microns. Highest Grade of Silver plating. The higher the grade, the longer the cutlery will last. 35 Microns of EPNS will last approximately 40years, but this depends on usage, storage and care.