handsome antique english sterling silver tea caddy by mappin webb

Description

A superb Edwardian tea caddy made from an extremely heavy gauge of silver, the caddy weighing 7.3 Troy Ounces / 229.89 Grams. Of course, once one sees that this was made by one of the most famous of silversmith's, Mappin & Webb of London, the quality is evident.
The oval shaped caddy has a raised decorative border to the top and bottom and either side, a very handsome Lion's head with a delightful swing handle with a shell motif.
The top finial is made from carved Ebony wood, (one hairline in the wood, shown and mentioned purely for accuracy). The hinged lid opens to reveal a lavishly gilded interior.
The caddy and lid are hallmarked for London 1909, together with the silversmith's initials.
Excellent condition, measuring 4" x 2 1/2" x 4 1/2" tall to top of finial.
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Handsome Antique English Sterling Silver Tea Caddy by Mappin & Webb

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SOLD

Item Ref

35662

Description

A superb Edwardian tea caddy made from an extremely heavy gauge of silver, the caddy weighing 7.3 Troy Ounces / 229.89 Grams. Of course, once one sees that this was made by one of the most famous of silversmith's, Mappin & Webb of London, the quality is evident.
The oval shaped caddy has a raised decorative border to the top and bottom and either side, a very handsome Lion's head with a delightful swing handle with a shell motif.
The top finial is made from carved Ebony wood, (one hairline in the wood, shown and mentioned purely for accuracy). The hinged lid opens to reveal a lavishly gilded interior.
The caddy and lid are hallmarked for London 1909, together with the silversmith's initials.
Excellent condition, measuring 4" x 2 1/2" x 4 1/2" tall to top of finial.
Item ID: 35662
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly from London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 35662

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