The first notable silver sale on the calendar closes on December 23, when Owens Auctions’ Yuletide Splendor event offers a pair of sterling silver William Walter chancery candlesticks alongside other holiday treasures. Collectors praised the candlesticks for their fine patina and historic provenance, setting a high bar for the season’s silver offerings.
Following the holiday rush, Premier Auction House’s January Collectibles Countdown auction rolls into the new year, featuring a curated selection of silver flatware, decorative silver trays and vintage silver jewelry. Bidders anticipate strong competition, noting a growing appetite for heirloom-quality silver pieces that can serve both as functional tableware and as investment‑grade collectibles.
Early 2026 sees Bellmans launch a dedicated Silver auction at 11 a.m., spotlighting an eclectic mix of silverware, ornamental silver objects and period silver jewelry. Organisers highlight the event’s online accessibility, which they say broadens the pool of international bidders and drives up final prices.
Later in the spring, Sheffield Auction Gallery presents its Silver, Jewellery & Watches auction, where Georgian silver tea sets and Art Deco silver brooches are expected to draw significant interest. The house reports a trend toward pairing silver items with complementary accessories, encouraging buyers to acquire complete ensembles.
Gorringe’s follows with a focused Silver auction, scheduled for mid‑year, showcasing silver candlesticks, serving platters and intricate silver filigree pieces. The catalogue notes a resurgence of interest in 19th‑century English silver, driven by collectors seeking provenance‑rich items.
Halls Holdings adds to the momentum with a Silver, Jewellery & Watches sale later in the year, featuring rare silver pocket watches and bespoke silver jewelry. The house observes that buyers are increasingly valuing the craftsmanship narrative behind each piece.
Gardiner Houlgate’s Silver, Antiques & Vintage auction, Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood’s Silver & Jewellery event, and Henry Adams’ two‑day Silver and Jewellery auction each underline a market shift toward high‑quality, well‑documented silver objects that combine aesthetic appeal with historical significance. Lockdales, Litchfield County Auctions and the Auction House of Wiltshire round out the year’s schedule, each offering a blend of silver flatware, decorative silverware and period silver jewelry. Across the board, auctioneers report rising online participation, tighter reserve pricing and a clear collector focus on provenance, condition and the timeless allure of silver.
Based on 300 digest summaries · Generated December 20, 2025
