There is nothing as quintessentially British as the ceremony of Afternoon Tea. Since 1841, when Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, first introduced the concept of a ‘pause for tea’, the practice has developed into a fashionable event enjoyed the world over, with silver cake stands and teapots as cherished essentials in this most beloved of British traditions.
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Hallmarked in London in 1884 by Francis Higgins, this very attractive, boxed set of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Spoons, comprises 12 spoons and a pair of sugar tongs, all in a naturalistic design, with shell shaped bowls and vine handles. Each teaspoon measures 4.5"(11cm) in length and the sugar tongs measure 3.5"(9cm) in length. The spoons and tongs together weigh 5.45 troy ounces in total.
£465
Hallmarked in London in 1886 by Francis Higgins, this attractive set of 12 Antique Sterling Silver Teaspoons & Sugar Tongs, are in bead pattern, and are presented in their original box which has 'H.A from D.R.D 1886' inscribed on the lid. Each teaspoon measures 5"(13cm) in length, and the sugar tongs measure 4.75"(12.5cm) in length. The set together weighs 8.6 troy ounces.
£495
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1929 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this handsome, Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is a fine reproduction of a Queen Anne period caddy, with a slide off base, and removable cap. The tea caddy measures 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8.5cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep, and weighs 6.1 troy ounces.
£595
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1869 by Joseph Gloster Ltd., this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Toast Rack, will hold 6 pieces of toast, and is in the gothic taste. The toast rack measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 6.75"(17cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and weighs 10.7 troy ounces.
£675
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1913 by Edward & Noble Haseler, this very stylish, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, features tapering sides, reed detailing, a wooden handle and a pull off lid. The teapot measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) from handle to spout, by 4.25"(11cm) deep, and weighs 6.4 troy ounces.
£695
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1942 by William Suckling Ltd., this handsome, Sterling Silver Teapot, is in the Art Deco taste, and measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep. The teapot weighs 18.8 troy ounces.
£725
Hallmarked in London in 1781 by Robert Hennell I, this striking, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Basket, features pierced and engraved decoration to the body, bead borders and a blue glass liner. The central cartouche is engraved with a monogram. The sugar basket measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm ) in diameter and weighs 4.7 troy ounces.
£1,375
Hallmarked in London in 1885 by C. F. Hancock & Co., this very handsome, Antique, Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is hand crafted, and modelled on an early Georgian example. The tea caddy measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, and weighs 13.5 troy ounces.
£1,375
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1908 by Heath & Middleton, and 1909 by Hukin & Heath, this handsome pair Antique Sterling Silver Jam Pots, have patented opening lids, and come with original jam spoons. Each jam pot measures 5.75"(14.5cm) to the top of the handle, by 3.25"(8cm) in diameter. Each spoon measures 6"(15cm) in length.
£1,375
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.
£1,475
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1914 by Liberty & Co., this stunning, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot, is in the Arts & Crafts style, and features a hammered finish and a wooden handle and finial. The teapot measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to spout and weighs 20.4 troy ounces.
£1,575
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.
£1,795
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.
£1,975
Hallmarked in London in 1787 and 1788 by John Denziloe, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Teapot on Stand, is in the Neoclassical style, with brightcut engraved detailing throughout and an engraved crest to both pieces. The teapot measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep. The stand measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep. Together they weigh 19.5 troy ounces. The crest is that of the the Phillimore family, and likely that of Sir Robert Joseph Phillimore, 1st Baronet.
£2,475
Hallmarked in London in 1905 by Blackburn & Tysall, this very attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, features bright cut engraved decorative bands and cartouche, and a tea flower finial. The tea caddy measures 5"(13cm) tall (including flower), by 5"(13cm) in diameter, and weighs 18.6 troy ounces.
£2,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1895 by Walker & Hall, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver & Glass Biscuit Box, features engraved decoration to the silver lid and base, and a hobnail cut glass body. The biscuit box measures 9"(23cm) tall with the handle up (6.5"(16.5cm) tall without the handle), by 8.5"(21.5cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep.
£3,475
Hallmarked in London in 1775 by Walter Brind, this charming, George III period, Antique, Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is cylindrical in shape, with wonderful engraved decoration to the body and lid, the original key, and an engraved armorial to the cartouche. The tea caddy measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter, and weighs 8.6 troy ounces.
£3,695
Hallmarked in London in 1806 by Thomas Paine Dexter, this charming, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is oval in shape, and in the Neoclassical taste, with bright cut engraved decoration to the body and lid, a tea plant finial, and an engraved crest to the cartouche. The tea caddy measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3.25"(8.5cm) deep, and weighs 11 troy ounces. The crest is likely that of John Trotter Brockett.
£3,975
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.
£4,975
Hallmarked in London in 1855 by Barnards, this attractive and wonderfully engraved, Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Kettle, stands on a hinged stand with a fitted burner underneath. The kettle on stand measures 17"(43cm) tall, by 12"(30cm) wide, by 8"(20cm) deep, and weighs 75 troy ounces.
£5,775
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1810 by Thomas Lamborn, this fantastic and very rare, Regency period, Antique, Sterling Silver Honey Skep, is beautifully crafted and stands on three ball feet, with a domed lid and a glass liner. The honey pot measures 5.5"(14cm) tall to the top of the ring handle, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter, with a silver weight of 6.1 troy ounces.
£6,945
Hallmarked in London in 1768 by Henry Bailey, this stunning pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddies, feature Rococo chasing throughout, vacant cartouches, and removable lids. Each tea caddy measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep. The pair together weigh 22.1 troy ounces.
£7,575
Hallmarked in London in 1971, 1976 & 1977 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this striking, Mid Century Modern, Sterling Silver Coffee Set & Tray, features a bark effect finish and is a design by Gerald Benney. The tray measures 21"(53.5cm) wide, by 11.5"(31.5cm) deep, the coffee pot measures 9.5"(24cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) from handle to spout, and the sugar and cream are in proportion. The set together weighs 114.6 troy ounces.
£7,975
Made in London circa 1790, this outstanding example of an Antique Old Sheffield Plate Tea Machine, features a larger rotating tea urn for refilling the 2 smaller tea urns on each side, which would have held 2 different types of tea. The tea machine measures 22"(56cm) tall, by 19"(48cm) wide, by 18"(46cm) deep.
£11,475
Hallmarked in London in 1797 by Robert Sharp, this rare and exceptional quality, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy Set, comprises two oval tea caddies and a sugar caddy, all presented in the original box, and featuring reed decoration and engraved coats of arms to the bodies and crests on the lids. The box features silver mounts which are also engraved. The sugar caddy measures 6.5"(18cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) from handle to handle, and each tea caddy measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide. The wooden box measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 17.5"(45cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep. The total silver weight of the set is 46.5 troy ounces. The arms engraved are those of the Reeve Family of Thwaite.
£13,750
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1927 by Frank Cobb & Co., this incredible, Sterling Silver Table, is quite possibly unique, and is the first example of an all sterling silver table we have ever been able to offer. The tray, which is decorated with a shell and gadroon border, and engraved crest to the centre, can be removed from the base and used on its own. The table measures 19"(48cm) tall, by 27.75"(68cm) over the handles, by 16"(41cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 8.4kg (270 troy ounces).
£21,975