The silverware used in the TV show "Community" is not real silver; it is typically stainless steel or a similar metal, often designed to resemble silver but is actually plated. The show's focus on humor and absurdity means that the props, including silverware, are chosen for practicality and appearance rather than authenticity.
Community silverware is typically not sterling silver; it is often made from stainless steel or silver-plated materials. Sterling silver is defined as containing at least 92.5% pure silver, while community silverware is usually marked with terms like "Community" or "Community Plate," indicating it is silver-plated rather than solid sterling. Always check the markings to confirm the material.
Milady Community silverware from the 1940s is typically silver-plated rather than solid silver. The term "silverplate" refers to a base metal that is coated with a thin layer of silver, providing the appearance of silver without the higher cost associated with solid silver. Community Silver was known for its quality silver-plated flatware, which became popular during that era.
no Silverware is a "catchall" phrase to describe items made of silver including cutlery, decanters, bon-bon dishes etc, so, yes, silverware IS silver. Some items of tableware are, however, made from plated silver and are normally stamped "EPNS" or plate. These items are NOT silver - only silver plated
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To determine if your silverware is real silver or plated, look for markings such as "925," "sterling," or "solid silver," which indicate genuine silver. If it is plated, it may have markings like "EP" (electroplated) or "silver plate." The market value of silver silverware varies based on factors such as the current price of silver, the condition, age, and craftsmanship of the items, but as of 2023, sterling silver typically ranges from $20 to $50 per ounce, while antique or designer pieces can fetch significantly higher prices.
The word "plate" is the answer. Community Plate is silver plated and has no silver value but many of the patterns have a collectible value. There is a link in the related links with a list of some of the more popuular Community patterns with links to replacement values.
Absolutly NOTHING. I just gave away a 12 peice set of plated silverware. The silver shop was not interested.
You don't. It costs more to recover the silver from a plated item than the value of the silver.
Sterling means that an item is solid silver of a certain quality, not plated.
Mine is Silver Plated.
coated with silver 3 times but still only silver plated !