Selling silver plate is different from selling sterling silver because the value lies in the (like copper or brass) rather than the microscopic layer of silver. While many traditional silver buyers only want "solid" silver, you can still sell silver-plated items to specialized recyclers, certain antique dealers, and high-volume metal buyers. Where to Sell Silver Plate

: Businesses such as Velvet Box Society pay cash for a wide range of plated items, including platters, tea sets, and candlesticks.

: Companies like Silver Plate Buyers specifically purchase silver-plated flatware and holloware by the pound.

Depending on the quality and volume of your items, you have several options: