Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Item Details
Period: Early Victorian (William IV style), circa 1842/1843.
Composition: Solid Sterling Silver (92.5% pure), confirmed by the presence of the Lion Passant standard mark.
Maker: Made by renowned London silversmith William Hunter (initials "WH").
Assay Office: Hallmarked in the London Assay Office.
Date: The date letter "g" confirms the specific assay year of 1842-1843.
Set Composition: A complete four-piece set including a large coffee pot, teapot, lidded sugar bowl, and cream jug.
Design Features: Features include intricate hand-chased decoration, shell/scroll-form feet, and decorative handles.
Approximate Dimensions & Weight:
Coffee Pot Including Spout & Handle: H: 24 x W: 24 x D: 15 cm
865 grams
Tea Pot Including Handle & Spout: H: 16 x W: 26 x D: 156 cm
755 grams
Sugar Bowl Including Handles: H: 13 x W:21 x D: 14 cm
425 grams
Cream Jug Including Handle & Spout: H: 12.5 x W: 18 x D: 11 cm
310 grams
Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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1842 Victorian Four-piece Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Set by William Hunter
