Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Silver
Distinguishing marks
"Alpacca" and see remarks and photos for others
Condition
Good
Date Period
1950's
Long Description
Silver tea service purchased in Germany around 1956. Includes tea pot, coffee pot, creamer and sugar bowl all on a silver tray. Originally had a plate of glass that sat on the tray, but this is now missing.
The stamps have "Alpacca" on them as well as "Versilbere"? This is outside of an oval with an O a chalice and a W inside the oval.
Under this stamp are two marks: one that looks like a capital "T" over top of one that looks like an upside down "T" .
History
My parents were stationed in Germany during the mid 50's and they brought this back with them.
Price Paid (If known)
inherited
For Sale?
No
Re: Silver Tea Set
Alpaca silver is a combination of copper, zinc, and nickel. It was made to immitate the appearance of actual silver and has zero silver in it. Value for "alpaca silver" is extremely low. This set is worth around $50, give or take $25.