Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1893 by Henry Stratford, this charming, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver 3 Piece Tea Set, comprises a teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all standing on four ball feet, and with reed detailing, and gadroon borders. The teapot measures 6"(18cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to spout, by 4.25"(11cm) deep, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 22 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1908 and 1909 by Edward Barnard & Sons Ltd, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all in a plain angular design, with gilding to the interior of the cream jug and sugar bowl, and a wooden handle to the teapot. The set together weighs 15.4 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1937, this handsome, 3 Piece Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a teapot, a cream jug and a sugar bowl, all plain in style. The Teapot measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 8.5"(22cm) from handle to spout, by 4.25"12cm) deep, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 22 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1918 and 1919 by Elkington & Co., this very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug, all plain in design, with panelled shaping to each, and a wooden handle and finial to the teapot. The tea pot measures 6.5"(16.5cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) from handle to spout, by 5"(13cm) deep, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 29 troy ounces. 

Hallmarked in London in 1997 - 2000 by Pruden & Smith, this very stylish, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is of Modernist design, and features a wooden handle and finial to the tea pot (or coffee pot). The tea pot measures 6.75"(17cm) tall, by 6.75"(17cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep, the milk jug measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and the sugar bowl measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 2.5"(6cm) wide, by 2.5"(6cm) deep. Together all three pieces weigh approximately 27 troy ounces. 

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1917 by Thomas Edward Atkins, this attractive, George V period, Antique Sterling Silver 3 Piece Tea Set, features pierced detailing around the rims, and each piece stands on 4 cast and applied feet. The set together weighs 35.55 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1902 by Wakely & Wheeler, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is presented in its original box, and comprises a teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all with swirled panelling and pierced borders. The teapot measures 5.75"(14cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) from handle to spout, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep. The sugar bowl measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter, and the cream jug measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) from handle to lip, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep. The three pieces weigh 25.2 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1932 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this stylish, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is a fine example of Art Deco design. The teapot measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) from handle to spout, by 5.5"(14cm) deep. The milk jug measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) from handle to spout, by 3.25"(8cm) deep. The sugar bowl measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 5"(13cm) wide, by 3.75"(9.5cm) deep. The three piece set together weighs 26 troy ounces. 

Hallmarked in Chester in 1932 by Harold Edwin Landon, this stylish, Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises 3 pieces, and is in the arts and crafts taste. The teapot measures 5.75"(14.5cm) tall, by 9.75"(25cm) from handle to spout, by 5.75"(14.5cm) deep, the milk jug measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) from handle to spout, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and the sugar bowl that measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) from handle to handle, by 4.25"(11cm) deep. Together they weigh 28.7 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1819 by Joseph Angell I, this handsome, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all standing on 4 ball feet, and featuring gadroon borders and fluted detailing. The set together weighs 30.6 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1878 by Hamilton & Inches, this ornate, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver 3 Piece Tea Set, comprises a teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug, and is richly decorated with panels showing the signs of the Zodiac. The set together weighs 41.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1960 by Edward Barnard & Sons, this Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set, comprises a coffee pot, a teapot, a sugar bowl and a cream jug, all of which are plain in design with reed detailing throughout. The tea set together weighs 57.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1945 by Stower & Wragg Ltd., this very handsome, art deco, sterling silver teaset, comprises of a water/coffee jug, a teapot, a sugar bowl and a cream jug, all plain in style and featuring egg and dart borders, and wooden handles and finials to the teapot and coffee jug. The set together weighs 54.46 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1943 by J. B. Chatterley & Sons Ltd., this handsome, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is plain in design. The teapot measures 5.75"(14.5cm) tall, by 12"(30.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The four pieces together weigh 66 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1893 by Martin, Hall & Co., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the 'Queen Anne' design. The teapot measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 10"( 25.5cm) handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. This tea set weighs 55.27 troy ounces in total.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1876 by Roberts & Belk, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is 'Urn' shaped, and features wonderful engraved decoration throughout. The teapot measures 9.25"(23.5cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The three pieces together weigh 52.3 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1911, this handsome, George V Period, Antique Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set, comprises a coffee pot, a teapot, a sugar bowl and a cream jug, all featuirng converged fluting, and with wooden handles to the teapot and coffee pot. The set together weighs 75 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1912 by J. Parkes & Co., this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, stands on ball feet, and features swag and bow engraving throughout. The set together weigh 68 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1939 by Walker & Hall, this stylish, George VI period, Sterling Silver 3 Piece Tea Set, is in the Art Deco taste, with each piece plain in design, and octagonal in shape. The 3 pieces together weigh an impressive 46.1 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1937 by William Adams, this very stylish, George VI period, Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set, is in the art deco taste, plain in design, and with angular handles, sunken fluting to the corners and reed detailing. The 4 pieces together weigh 60.36 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1897 by Elkington & Co., this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features ball feet, reed detailing, gadroon borders and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 10.25"(26cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The four pieces together weigh 64.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1896 by Edward Barnard & Sons Ltd This attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features half fluting, shell and gadroon borders, ball feet, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set together weighs 73 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1947 by Walker & Hall, this fantastic, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is the height of Art Deco design, with a wooden base, handle and finial to the teapot. The teapot measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. Together the tea set weighs 30.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1964 by Elkington & Co. and engraved with Clements facsimile signature, this stylish, 4 piece Sterling Silver Tea Set, was designed by Eric Clements, and is known as the 'Clements' tea service. The teapot measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 59.1 troy ounces. Illustrated in 'Designer British Silver' by John Andrew & Derek Styles, 2014, page 131. A similar example is on display at the V&A.

Hallmarked in London in 1951 & 1952 by Frederick Newland Smith, this very handsome, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the arts & crafts style, featuring a hammered finish to all pieces, and wooden handles and finials with silver inlay. The tea set is engraved underneath with monograms and dates in an arts and crafts font, and weighs in total 52 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1922 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is plain in style, with gadroon borders to all pieces. The kettle measures 12.5"(32cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) from side to spout. The teapot measures 5.75"(14.5cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. Together the tea set weighs 99 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1880 by A. B. Savory & Sons, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the 'Can' shape, and features floral and scroll engraving, silver handles, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 5"(13cm) tall, by 10.25"(26cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set together weighs 69.5 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1929 (the hot water pot hallmarked in 1935) by William Henry Creswick, this wonderful, 4 piece Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the Arts & Crafts taste. The teapot measures 6.75"(17cm) tall, by 7.75"(19.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 53.4 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1875 by Roberts & Belk, this striking, Victorian, Antique, Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the Roman Revival style, shaped to resemble classical Amphorae, and featuring wonderfully engraved Roman figures throughout, and finials to the coffee pot and tea pot modelled as Centurion's helmets. The teapot measures 9.75"(25cm) tall and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set together weighs 64 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1878 by Elkington & Co., this stunning, Aesthetic period, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Batchelor Tea Set & Tray, is wonderfully engraved throughout with naturalistic engraving and each piece carries an engraved crest. The design of the set is attributed to Dr. Christopher Dresser. The tray measures 13"(33cm) wide. The teapot measures 4.5"(12cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) from handle to spout and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set and tray together weigh 46 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1851 by Joseph & Albert Savory, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a coffee pot, teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all in a 'Melon' shape, with chased acanthus & rose detailing, and gilt interiors to the cream jug & sugar bowl. The tea pot measures 7"(18.5cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) wide, by 6.5"(16cm) deep, and the other pieces are in proportion. The complete set weighs 78.5 troy ounces. 

Hallmarked in London in 1828 by Charles Fox II, this delightful, George IV, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features converged fluting, silver handles and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 11.75"(30cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 79.18 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1915 and 1916 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features panelled sides with engraved bands of decoration, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The kettle measures 13"(33cm) tall, by 8"(20.5cm) from handle to spout. The coffee pot measures 8.25"(21cm) tall, by 8.5"(22cm) from handle to spout, and the rest of the set is in proportion. The five piece tea set together weighs 118.7 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1815 by Napthali Hart, this attractive, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features acanthus and scroll feet, and engraved decoration throughout. The coffee pot measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 12"(30.5cm) from handle to spout, and the rest of the set is in proportion. The set together weighs 65.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1846 by Edward, Edward junior, John & William Barnard, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features engraved and chased decoration, figural finials, silver handles, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 8.25"(21cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The tea set together weighs 75.6 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1811 by John Shea, this handsome, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features fluted decoration, silver handles and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The teapot measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 12"(30.5cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The four pieces weigh 68.5 troy ounces in total.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1995 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this stylish, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set, is a reproduction of a design by Christopher Dresser, with the original design being made in silver plate by James Dixon & Sons circa 1880 and noted as design number 2278. The set together weighs 59.9 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Exeter in 1874 by James & Josiah Williams, this exquisite, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver 4 Piece Tea Set, features incredible aesthetic design influenced engraving throughout, and original gilding to the inside of the sugar bowl and cream jug. The set together weighs an impressive 83.9 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1876 by Martin, Hall & Co., this ornate, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features wondeful chased decoration throughout, silver handles, pineapple finials, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The coffee pot measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 10"(25cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 77 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1799 by Robert & David Hennell, this superb, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is oval in shape, and features bands of engraved decoration to each piece, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The coffee pot measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 12.5"(32cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. Together the four pieces weigh 54 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1960/1961 by Walker & Hall, this handsome, 4 piece Sterling Silver Tea Set, is in the very sought after 'Pride' pattern, designed by David Mellor. The teapot measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 75 troy ounces. The design by Mellor won first prize from the British Council of Industrial Design in 1959 for both aesthetic and practical reasons. Literature: Illustrated in 'Treasures of the 20th Century' by The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, London 2000. Item no. 153.

Hallmarked in London in 1876 by Edward Charles Brown, this incredible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver 3 Piece Tea Set, is in the Aesthetic taste, with stunning engraved decoration to each piece, and is presented in it's original box. In total the tea set weighs 28.27 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London between 1936 & 1938 by Richard Comyns, this stunning, 5 piece, George VI period, Sterling Silver Tea Set on Tray, is in the art deco style, with shaped sides, and angular feet to each piece. The tea set on tray weighs a very impressive 202.55 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London between 1928 and 1933 by Catchpole & Williams, this stylish, large, Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service, comprises a tea kettle, a coffee pot, a teapot, a hot water pot, a milk jug, a cream jug, a sugar bowl and a tea caddy, all octagonal in shape, and with wooden handles and finials to the kettle, coffee pot, hot water pot and teapot. The set together weighs an impressive 225 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1795 by Crispin Fuller, this very handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises 7 pieces, with a coffee pot and teapot, cream jug and sugar basket, and a large serving salver with 2 smaller salvers which can be used as a teapot stand and a coffee pot stand. All pieces are in the Neoclassical taste, with reed borders, and are engraved with a crest to the cartouche. The larger salver is engraved with the crest and also a shield with device to the centre. The large salver measures 18"(46cm) wide, by 14"(35.5cm) deep, the teapot measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout, by 5"(12.5cm) deep, and the set together weighs 122.2 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1862, 1863 and 1864 by Edward & John Barnard, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, features wonderful chased and engraved decoration throughout, silver handles, and gilt interiors to the sugar and cream. The kettle measures 16"(40.5cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from handle to spout. The teapot measures 7.25"(18.5cm) tall, by 10.25"(26cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 138 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1861 and 1862 by Robert Hennell III, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, includes a covered milk jug and a small cream jug, and features wonderfully ornate chasing throughout, and silver handles. The kettle measures 17"(43cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) from handle to spout. The teapot measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 174 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1813 and 1814 by Paul Storr, this exceptional, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea set, is typical of his design, with the coffee pot presented on a warming stand, and featuring shell and gadroon borders, gilt interiors to the sugar and cream, and engraved crests to each piece. The coffee pot on its stand measures 11.75"(30cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) from handle to side, the teapot measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) from handle to spout, and the sugar and cream are in proportion. The tea set together weighs a substantial 102.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1880 by Daniel & Charles Houle, this incredible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is elaborately decorated with a tavern scene in the manner of the famous Flemish painter David Teniers the Younger. The tea and coffee service weighs a substantial feeling 132.3 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London between 1821 and 1826 by John Edward Terrey, this incredible, George IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a tea urn, coffee pot on warming stand, teapot, cream jug, sugar bowl and waste bowl. Each piece is richly decorated with wonderfully detailed chasing to the body and ornate dolphin feet, swan neck handles and engraved crests. The set together weighs a very impressive 342 troy ounces (9.7kg).