How to Identify Antique Silver
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Identifying vintage silver is one of the few times we get to don our Sherlock Holmes hats at Biro & Sons. Here’s how you can do it at home.
One Woman’s Journey to Restoring a Historic San Francisco Building
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Biro & Sons is a big believer in saving our history, so working with Shaari Ergas for the past 20 years has been an honor. Shaari restores historic buildings to their former glory. Her latest project is the main lobby of her 1920s building at 1940 Broadway in San Francisco. Read all about it here.
Our Trophy Life
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We’ve worked on some legendary trophies over the years. Read the story >
Meet Biro & Sons’ Dick Reeves
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Meet Dick Reeves – Biro & Sons’ longtime Office Manager. He shares about his background and his time at the shop, including some of the most unique pieces of antique silver he’s seen.
Decorating with Antique Silver All Year Round
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Antique silver carries elegance and history, elevating any party and brightening many festivities. But, all too often, that silver is put away in a cupboard once the guests leave. We turned to interior designers to give us their best tips and tricks on decorating with antique silver all year round.
Where to Buy the Best Antique Silver Online
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Collecting antique silver brings joy to many people. With retail stores, including antique shops, closed around the country, antique silver collecting will look a bit different for a while. Luckily, there are fantastic online antique silver stores and dealers where you can shop for additions to your collection. Here are seven of the best online antique stores.
What to Do with Unwanted Antique Silver
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You may be looking at some silver pieces that you don’t want anymore. Here are some ideas about what to do with those pieces.
Get a Biro & Sons Gift Certificate
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Purchase a Biro & Sons Gift Certificate and get a 20% discount on your first order.
New Decade, Same Smile – Alex Biro Meets 90
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The “Biro” in Biro & Sons celebrated his 90th birthday this month. We came together to honor this milestone and our father’s legacy. Here we reflect on how far we’ve come and how much has changed in the world of antique silver.
Mureta’s Antiques – A San Francisco Institution
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Looking to find luxury antiques to add to your family’s heirloom collection? Mureta’s Antiques is a San Francisco institution and the first place you should start. Learn more about them and the work we do together.