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Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
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Oval Tea Caddy with Silver Mounts
From our Tea Caddy collection, we are delighted to offer this Georgian Silver and Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy is of oval shape with a Tortoiseshell exterior mounted with engraved silver stringing, a silver shield plaque below the silver escutcheon and a silver looped handle. The interior features a floating tea shelf with a tortoiseshell top and a matching silver handle. The Tea Caddy dates to the Georgian period during the reign of George III Circa 1800.
Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance called keratin, which can be cut and shaped into a variety of decorative items. Tortoiseshell has been used for centuries to make a range of decorative objects, including combs, brush handles, and other small items. It is also sometimes used to make tea caddies, as it is strong, durable, and can be polished to a high shine. The term “tortoiseshell” is used to describe these decorative items, even though they are made from the shells of sea turtles because the term has been used historically to refer to this material.
The Tea Caddy comes complete with a working lock and key.
Measurements (centimetres) 9.5cm High x 11.5cm Wide x 8cm Deep
- Dimensions:Height: 3.74 in (9.5 cm)Width: 4.53 in (11.51 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8.01 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1800
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Northampton, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 501164 MMCE1stDibs: LU8027238639522
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