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You can set up a small workshop for restoring silver items right at home, for example, on a table in front of the TV. The initial cost for all the necessary supplies will be around 3000 rubles.
You can set up a small workshop for restoring silver items right at home, for example, on a table in front of the TV. The initial cost for all the necessary supplies will be around 3000 rubles.
This amount includes both tools that will last a long time and consumable materials. A specific set of supplies will be needed for the work.
| Item | Description | Origin |
| Fork | A 1970s piece | Brought from Estonia |
| Spoon | A 1950s piece | Moscow Jewelry Factory |
| Antique spoon | An 1878 piece | Saint Petersburg, based on a Fabergé model |
Three different items were selected to demonstrate the process, each with its own history. These pieces represent different eras and manufacturers, which allows for an assessment of the versatility of the restoration approach.
The spoon from 1878, made in Saint Petersburg, is of particular interest. It is an example of high craftsmanship and has significant collectible value.
The process of restoring the shine to cutlery consists of several sequential steps. Proper execution of each stage guarantees a quality result.
| Item | Value before restoration | Value after restoration |
| Fork (1970s) | 1,000 ₽ | 2,000 - 2,500 ₽ |
| Spoon (1950s) | 2,000 ₽ | 7,000 ₽ |
| Spoon (1878) | 2,000 ₽ | 10,000 ₽ |
The result of the restoration is not only a restored appearance but also a significant increase in the market value of the items. The price increase after cleaning and polishing can be several-fold.
Despite the high profitability, it is worth remembering the risks. In the antiques market, the proportion of fakes can be as high as 70%. Often, counterfeit hallmarks from the Russian Empire or the USSR are applied to silver-plated items to pass them off as solid silver.
To avoid being deceived, one must carefully study what genuine hallmarks on rare pieces look like. Diligence when buying is the key to successful investments in silverware.
