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Sterling Silver Tea Pot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sterling silver tea pot.
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Early 20th Century Argentine Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Tea Pot
Sterling Silver Tea Pot
H 11.75 in W 8.75 in D 4.5 in
American Sterling Silver Tea Bag Dispenser
By Lunt Silver
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Fine American sterling silver tea bag cup, circa 1930s, by the American firm of Lunt, featuring an
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique American Sterling Silver Tea Bag Dispenser
American Sterling Silver Tea Bag Dispenser
H 1.5 in W 6.25 in D 4.63 in
Sterling Silver Tea Set
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are thrilled to offer you this sterling silver tea set by Gorham Silversmiths, hallmarked 1874
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1870s American Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set
Sterling Silver Tea Set
H 7 in W 3 in D 3 in
Georgian Style Sterling Silver Tea Articles, 4
Located in New York, NY
Group of four (4) Georgian style sterling silver tea articles, all marked "sterling" and comprising
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19th Century Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Italian 925 Sterling Silver Tea Set, Late 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 925 Sterling Silver Tea Set, Late 19th Century
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Late 19th Century Italian Other Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

1817 George III Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Spoon
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
George III sterling silver tea caddy spoon, London, 1817. Fiddle back pattern. By Richard Turner
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Set Edinburgh, 1810
By James McKay
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Sterling Silver Tea Set Edinburgh, 1810 Additional information: Date : Hallmarked in Edinburgh in
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19th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Adams Style
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver Adams style tea caddy
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1890s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
By George Nathan & Ridley Hayes
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver tea caddy; an
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
H 5.12 in W 3.39 in D 5.94 in
Set of Six 19th Century Gorham Sterling Silver Tea Spoons
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing set of ornate sterling silver tea spoons. They are all marked Gorham sterling and pristine
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1890s American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
By John Round & Son Ltd. 1
Located in Northampton, GB
From our Tea Caddy collection, we are pleased to offer this Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy
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H 5.51 in Dm 3.15 in
A Sterling Silver Tea Set London, 1856
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Sterling Silver Tea Set London, 1856 Additional information: Date : Hallmarked in London 1856
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Box 1881
By Aldwinckle & Slater
Located in London, GB
A lovely Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy in an elegant tapered octagonal shape. The
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Box 1881
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Box 1881
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H 4.73 in W 4.38 in D 5.75 in
Garrard & Co. - Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1926
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1926 by Garrard & Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is oval in
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Spoon, Omar Ramsden, 1927
By Omar Ramsden
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Arts & Crafts sterling silver tea caddy spoon. The tea caddy spoon has a spot-hammered bowl, and
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1920s British Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Spoon, Omar Ramsden, 1927
Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Spoon, Omar Ramsden, 1927
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H 3.35 in W 1.42 in D 0.52 in
Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Tea Caddy With Hinged Lid
By Pairpoint Brothers 1
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, sterling silver tea caddy with hinged lid and gilt interior, London, year
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Elkington & Co. Sterling Silver Tea Tray
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tea tray; an addition
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver, Silver

'Apostle' Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Spoons & Tongs, London 1905
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, London
Silver Tea Spoons & Matching Tongs, feature 'Apostle' terminals and twisted stems. Each teaspoon
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy/Box
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver tea caddy/box in
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1880s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy/Box
Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy/Box
H 5.63 in W 3.7 in D 5.08 in
Victorian Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Set, London, 1854-1855
By Daniel & Charles Houle
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a coffee pot, teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all ornate in design
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1850s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Period Sterling Silver Tea Caddy With Hinged Lid
By Stokes & Ireland Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period, sterling silver tea caddy with hinged lid, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy by Edward Barnard & Sons Ltd
By Edward Barnard & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tea caddy made by
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Stunning Rococo Pair of Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddies, London, 1768
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Tea Caddies, feature Rococo chasing throughout, vacant cartouches, and removable lids
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1760s English Rococo Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Engraved Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Set - 3 Piece - Urn Shape - 1876
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Tea Set, is 'Urn' shaped, and features wonderful engraved decoration throughout. The teapot
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1870s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique 'Abercrombie' Pattern Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Set, 1862
By Robert Hennell
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Tea Set, includes a covered milk jug and a small cream jug, and features wonderfully ornate
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1860s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

William Henry Creswick, Arts & Crafts Design Sterling Silver Tea Set, 1929
Located in London, London
, this wonderful, 4 piece Sterling Silver Tea Set, is a superb example of Arts & Crafts design. The
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1920s English Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

3 Piece George IV Sterling Silver Tea Set London, 1825
By Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard 1
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
3 Piece George IV Sterling Silver Tea Set London, 1825 Additional information: Date : Hallmarked
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19th Century English George IV Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Highly Engraved Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Service, 1873
By Thomas Smiley
Located in London, GB
Victorian, sterling silver tea and coffee service featuring beautifully engraved floral and scrolled
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1870s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Melon Shaped Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Set - London 1851
By Joseph & Albert Savory
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1851 by Joseph & Albert Savory, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver
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1850s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian 'Drum Shape' Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1905
By Blackburn & Tysall
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, features bright cut engraved decorative bands and cartouche, and a tea flower
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique George III Sterling Silver Tea-Coffeeset ivory Handles & Tray 1798-1800
By Charles Asprey and Charles Asprey junior 1
Located in VALENZA, IT
Rare George III Sterling Silver Tea-Coffeeset ivory Handles plus tray 1799-1800 Hallmarked in
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Company “Hampton” Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service- 6 Pieces
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptionally rare Tiffany & Company Sterling silver tea and coffee service in the hampton
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Tray by Elkington & Co
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tea tray made by
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1870s British Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Danish Jensen Style Handmade Sterling Silver Tea Set with Bone Handles
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hudson, NY
Art Deco or Mid Century 3 Piece Danish Handmade Sterling Silver Tea or Chocolate or coffee Set in
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19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Caddies
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian English sterling silver tea caddies
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1750s British George II Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Caddies
Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Caddies
H 5.4 in W 4.9 in D 9.6 in
Sterling Silver Tea Pot by William Plummer, London, circa 1797
Located in valatie, NY
Sterling silver tea pot by William Plummer, London, circa 1797. The oval shape has half reeded
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Elkington & Co., 3 Piece Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, Birmingham 1918/1919
By Elkington & Co.
Located in London, London
Silver Tea Set, comprises a teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug, all plain in design, with panelled shaping
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1910s English Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Export Sterling Silver Tea Set with Dragon & Bamboo Decoration
By Luen Hing
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique handcrafted sterling silver tea set was made in China in circa 1880 in the period
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

WILLIAM ELEY - George III Sterling Silver Tea/Dessert Spoon - U.K. - Circa 1813
By William Eley & William Fearn
Located in Chatham, ON
WILLIAM ELEY WILLIAM FEARN WILLIAM CHAWNER - George III sterling silver tea or dessert spoon
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

4 Piece Very Fine Regency Period Sterling Silver Tea Set London, 1818
By John Wakefield
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
4 Piece Very Fine Regency Period Sterling Silver Tea Set London, 1818 Additional information: Date
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19th Century English Regency Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Stunning Engraved Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1806
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is oval in shape, and in the Neoclassical taste, with bright cut engraved
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Early 1800s English Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Emil Hermann German Sterling Silver Tea Set Four-Piece Modernistic 0408
By Emil Hermann
Located in Big Bend, WI
Emil Hermann This Mid-Century modernistic four-piece sterling silver tea set was made by Emil
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Neoclassical George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1775
By Walter Brind
Located in London, London
Silver Tea Caddy, is cylindrical in shape, with wonderful engraved decoration to the body and lid, the
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1770s English Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique H. A. Hoeting 3 Piece Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This sterling silver tea set was made by J.A. Hoeting of the Netherlands and assayed in England and
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

George III Hester Bateman London Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, 1782
By Hester Bateman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique George III era sterling silver tea caddy by renowned London silversmith, Hester Bateman
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18th Century English Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Hamilton & Co Calcutta
By Hamilton & Co., Calcutta, Colen Hewer Cheshire
Located in Northampton, GB
Sterling Silver Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of oval canister form with a central band of floral repousse
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Late 19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Hamilton & Co Calcutta
Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Hamilton & Co Calcutta
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H 3.74 in W 3.54 in D 2.36 in
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Edwardian sterling silver tea caddy Maker: Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd Made in
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Set from 1797 by Robert Sharp
By Robert Sharp
Located in London, London
, antique sterling silver tea caddy set, comprises two oval tea caddies and a sugar caddy, all presented in
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1790s English Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Mary Chilton Towle Sterling Silver Tea Set Kettle Creamer Sugar 4-Pc (#0174)
By Towle Silversmiths
Located in Big Bend, WI
Mary Chilton by Towle. Mary Chilton by Towle four-piece sterling silver tea set. This Classic
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Arthur Stone Sterling Silver Tea Set of Handwrought Five-Piece Hollowware
By Arthur J. Stone
Located in Big Bend, WI
. Gorgeous five-piece sterling silver tea set made by Arthur Stone. The pieces have finials and insulators
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1920s Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Locking Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Henry Chawner London 1787
By Henry Chawner
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Georgian engraved sterling silver tea caddy, by Henry Chawner, London, 1787. Of
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1780s English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver

4 Piece George III Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service London, 1809
By Thomas Wallis II
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
4 Piece George III Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service London, 1809 Additional information
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19th Century English George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

George V Art Deco Four-Piece Sterling Silver Tea Service
Located in London, GB
George V Art Deco Four-Piece Sterling Silver Tea Service A fine vintage George V English sterling
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1920s Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

George V Art Deco Four-Piece Sterling Silver Tea Service
George V Art Deco Four-Piece Sterling Silver Tea Service
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H 7.49 in W 3.75 in L 8.47 in
Very Rare Sterling Silver Tea Set, Etruscan Pattern, Elkington, G. Shieber
By Elkington & Co., George Shiebler
Located in Paris, FR
Exquisite sterling silver tea set crafted by the renowned Elkington & Co in collaboration with the
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, 1870-1891
Located in New York, NY
The upper ovoid body highly chased with a profusion of flowers in full bloom and foliage, the lower body chased with tall upright and stiff serated leaves, the interior cover and cov...
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1880s Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Tray, 1806
By William Stroud
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver two handled tea tray
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Early 1800s British George III Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Fine Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer
By Puiforcat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French tea strainer. In sterling silver. Fully hallmarked. Simply a wonderful
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Early 20th Century French Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tea / Sugar Caddy London 1912
Located in Münster, DE
Cover box, Sugar / Tea Caddy, London 1912, 925/- sterling silver Height 9.5 cm, width 13 cm, depth
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1910s British Baroque Revival Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

Arthur Stone Sterling Silver Tea Set Tilting Kettle on Cradle w Tray Hollowware
Located in Big Bend, WI
Fabulous Arthur stone sterling silver tea set in excellent condition. All pieces Monogrammed CAV
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

English Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Tray with Handles London, 1814 '#6331'
Located in Big Bend, WI
English sterling silver Early Georgian English sterling silver Tea Tray with handles by Joseph
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tea

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Sterling Silver

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Antique Sterling Silver Tea For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique sterling silver tea for your home. Each antique sterling silver tea for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. There are many kinds of the antique sterling silver tea you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique sterling silver tea, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique sterling silver tea over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen and Emile Puiforcat are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Sterling Silver Tea?

Prices for an antique sterling silver tea start at $65 and top out at $145,000 with the average selling for $3,934.

Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Sterling Silver Tea
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The value of a sterling silver tea set is based on age, maker, and the pieces included. A set can start at $1,000, but the value can be a wide range. If it is sterling, it should have a hallmark of .925. This indicates that the piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. The more pieces in the set, the more it is likely to be worth in some cases. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver tea sets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The value of a sterling silver tea service is based on its age, maker, and the pieces included. A sterling set can start at $1,000 but the value can be a wide range. If it is sterling, it will typically have a hallmark of .925. This demonstrates that the piece is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper alloy. Simply put, the more pieces you have in the set, the more it will be worth. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver tea service on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.

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