silver gilt

noun

1. an ornamental coating of silver, silver leaf, or a silver-colored substance.

silver-gilt

noun

1. silver covered with a thin film of gold

Word History and Origins

Origin of silver gilt¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425

Example Sentences

Among the historic items is the silver gilt Bodkin Cup from 1525, insured on its own for more than £1m.

From BBC

It is worked in coloured silks with silver and silver gilt threads which, unlike other examples that survive from the period, still retain their vivid original hues.

From BBC

Two maces, made of silver gilt over oak and date from between 1660 and 1695, will also feature.

From Reuters

The Fabergé cigar box, sporting a green and blue peacock, is made of silver gilt, enamel and gold, plus one sapphire.

From New York Times

Major tournaments were open only to amateurs — when he won Wimbledon the previous year, he received nothing more than a shopping voucher, plus a silver gilt trophy from the Duchess of Kent — and Mr. Savitt said he simply needed a job.

From Washington Post