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Antique English Pewter Georgian Tea Caddy, with Presser, Maker R P Circa 1780.
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Antique English Pewter Georgian Tea Caddy, with Presser, Maker R P Circa 1780.

18th century
Sold 24 May 2025 · Antique Pewter
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A good Georgian tea caddy of oval form with beading to the upper and lower rims, the lid is slightly domed and has a large finial. There is a lead presser that was used to keep the contents from drying out. On the base there is a faint set of hallmarks that are attributed to the unknown maker R P, who worked around 1780.

Circa 1780.

The condition is excellent with a lightly polished silver grey finish and slight traces of oxide. There are no repairs. The back of the caddy shows clear signs of regular use, maybe on a shelf or counter where it has been pushed against a wall or similar.

Pewterer's reference number:

Pewter Society: - PS7094.

Cotterell: Old Pewter: Its Makers and Marks - OP1740.

Size:

Height: 6.00in (15.0cm).

Width: 5.50in (14.00cm).

Depth: 3.50in (9.00cm).

Shipping costs:

UK: £15.00

Europe: £30.00

USA/Canada: £40.00

Other countries: Please ask.

Stock number: P-294.

Date of Manufacture

Antique Pewter has dated this Antique Pewter Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1143871
Dealers Internal Reference
P-294
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A good Georgian tea caddy of oval form with beading to the upper and lower rims, the lid is slightly domed and has a large finial. There is a lead presser that was used to keep the contents from drying out.
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On the base there is a faint set of hallmarks that are attributed to the unknown maker R P, who worked around 1780.
Antique Pewter
fig 1. An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background.
fig 1. Antique English Pewter Georgian Tea Caddy, with Presser, Maker R P Circa 1780.

Circa 1780.

The condition is excellent with a lightly polished silver grey finish and slight traces of oxide. There are no repairs. The back of the caddy shows clear signs of regular use, maybe on a shelf or counter where it has been pushed against a wall or similar.

fig 2. An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background.
fig 2. Antique English Pewter Georgian Tea Caddy, with Presser, Maker R P Circa 1780.

Pewterer's reference number:

Pewter Society: - PS7094.

Cotterell: Old Pewter: Its Makers and Marks - OP1740.

Size:

Height: 6.00in (15.0cm).

Width: 5.50in (14.00cm).

Depth: 3.50in (9.00cm).

Shipping costs:

UK: £15.00

Europe: £30.00

USA/Canada: £40.00

Other countries: Please ask.

Stock number: P-294.

Date of Manufacture

Antique Pewter has dated this Antique Pewter Tea Caddy to the Georgian era.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143871
Dealers Internal Ref
P-294
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Archive I An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique English Pewter Georgian Tea Caddy, with Presser, Maker R P Circa 1780.

Archive II An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. View II
Archive III An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. View V
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Archive VIII An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. View VIII
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Archive X An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background. View X
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An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background.
ANTIQUE ENGLISH PEWTER GEORGIAN TEA CADDY, WITH PRESSER, MAKER R P CIRCA 1780.
Ref: SA1143871
An oval antique pewter tea caddy with a fitted lid, beaded trim, and a central finial against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPewter
  • ColourSilver Grey
  • MotifsBeaded rim, Turned finial, Oval form
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 14 cm (6 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

During the Georgian era, tea was an expensive commodity, leading to the creation of secure storage containers known as caddies, often kept locked by the head of the household.

Traditional tea caddies from this period were crafted from metals such as pewter, brass, or silver, as well as various woods and tortoiseshell, frequently featuring soldered joints and hand-beaded borders.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, maker touches or hallmarks, weight indicative of high tin content, and natural oxidisation accumulated over centuries.

Such historical objects function effectively as decorative accent pieces on bookshelves, sideboards, or mantelpieces, adding textural contrast and historical interest to modern spaces.

Preservation involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that strip away the desirable historical patina developed over generations.
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