Antique Collecting Glossary

verb to assess the value or quality of something

• The manager will appraise the employee's performance during the annual review.
• I need to appraise this antique before deciding to buy it.
• I'll appraise the situation and let you know what I think.
• It's important to appraise your own strengths and weaknesses in order to improve.

noun a dish, tray, or other item made of or coated with silver

• The elegant dinner party featured fine china and silver plate for each guest.
• My grandma always brings out the silver plate for special occasions.
• I scored a sweet deal on a vintage silver plate at the flea market.
• His words were like a polished silver plate, smooth and pleasing to hear.