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Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730
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Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730

18th century
For Sale by AC Silver
Description

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique West Country silver miniature teapot/ herb pot; an addition to our rare silverware collection.

This exceptional and rare antique Georgian miniature silver teapot/herb pot has a bullet form.

The body of this silver teapot is plain and unembellished.

This antique silver herb teapot is fitted with a push fit cover ornamented with bands of thread decoration and surmounted with the original silver topped, stained turned wood finial.

The teapot is fitted with the original carved and stained wood C shaped handle accented with a plain scrolling thumbpiece.

This exceptional miniature silver teapot features a plain tapering spout.

This West Country silver miniature or herb teapot is a charming and uncommon gift. Its fine provincial craftsmanship and regional character appeal to collectors of miniature silver and admirers of English decorative antiques.

Condition

This 18th century rare silver teapot is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition for its type.

The surface of the teapot has some blemishes, in keeping with age and use.

The three maker's marks struck to the underside are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Georgian silverware.

Dimensions

Length from back of handle to tip of spout 9.8cm/3.86'

Diameter 4.7cm/1.85'

Height 6.4cm/2.52'

Weight

2.4 troy ounces/73.9g

Maker: Sampson Bennett

Origin: Falmouth, England

Date: Circa 1730

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.4cm (2.52")
Width
4.7cm (1.85")
Depth
9.8cm (3.86")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Georgian Silver Miniature Teapot to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1183842
Dealers Internal Reference
C9500
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Description
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique West Country silver miniature teapot/ herb pot; an addition to our rare silverware collection.

This exceptional and rare antique Georgian miniature silver teapot/herb pot has a bullet form.

fig 1. A George II period silver miniature herb teapot with a tapered spout, moulded foot rim, and carved dark wooden handle and finial.
fig 1. Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730

The body of this silver teapot is plain and unembellished.

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This antique silver herb teapot is fitted with a push fit cover ornamented with bands of thread decoration and surmounted with the original silver topped, stained turned wood finial.
AC Silver
fig 2. A George II period silver miniature herb teapot with a tapered spout, moulded foot rim, and carved dark wooden handle and finial.
fig 2. Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730

The teapot is fitted with the original carved and stained wood C shaped handle accented with a plain scrolling thumbpiece.

This exceptional miniature silver teapot features a plain tapering spout.

This West Country silver miniature or herb teapot is a charming and uncommon gift. Its fine provincial craftsmanship and regional character appeal to collectors of miniature silver and admirers of English decorative antiques.

fig 3. A George II period silver miniature herb teapot with a tapered spout, moulded foot rim, and carved dark wooden handle and finial.
fig 3. Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730

Condition

This 18th century rare silver teapot is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition for its type.

The surface of the teapot has some blemishes, in keeping with age and use.

fig 4. A George II period silver miniature herb teapot with a tapered spout, moulded foot rim, and carved dark wooden handle and finial.
fig 4. Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730

The three maker's marks struck to the underside are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Georgian silverware.

Dimensions

Length from back of handle to tip of spout 9.8cm/3.86'

Diameter 4.7cm/1.85'

Height 6.4cm/2.52'

Weight

2.4 troy ounces/73.9g

Maker: Sampson Bennett

Origin: Falmouth, England

Date: Circa 1730

A video is available upon request.

Height
6.4cm (2.52")
Width
4.7cm (1.85")
Depth
9.8cm (3.86")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Georgian Silver Miniature Teapot to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183842
Dealers Internal Ref
C9500
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Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730

Archive II A George II period silver miniature herb teapot with a tapered spout, moulded foot rim, and carved dark wooden handle and finial. View II
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A George II period silver miniature herb teapot with a tapered spout, moulded foot rim, and carved dark wooden handle and finial.
Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730
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A Georgian silver herb teapot is a compact silver vessel crafted during the 18th century, designed specifically for brewing concentrated herbal remedies or expensive teas.

These teapots were made using sterling silver combined with turned hardwood or ebony handles and lid finials to protect the user from heat transfer.

Authentic pieces feature period maker marks and town hallmarks, evidence of hand-hammered construction, and correct proportion details typical of early 1700s silversmithing.

Display the item on a sideboard top, inside a glass cabinet, or alongside books on open shelving to serve as a historic metallic focus.

Clean the metal using silver polishing cloths and gentle polishes, keeping liquids away from the wooden handle and finial to prevent swelling or deterioration.
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