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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)

19th century
For Sale by AC Silver
Description

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tea caddy; an addition to our Victorian silverware.

This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver tea caddy has a rectangular form.

The surface of this fine silver tea caddy box is plain and unembellished.

This antique sterling silver tea caddy retains the original hallmarked hinged cover surmounted with the original cast sterling silver loop handle/finial.

The upper plateau of the cover is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'TK', surmounted with a coronet.

This exceptional example of Victorian silverware retains the original removable white enamelled metal liner and gilding to the interior of the cover.

This plain Victorian silver tea caddy makes an ideal gift for someone who appreciates antiques, interiors, or classic entertaining pieces. Tea caddies from the Victorian era are valued for their craftsmanship and historical charm, often reflecting the importance of tea culture and domestic refinement during the 19th century.

Condition

This antique silver tea caddy box is an excellent gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the caddy and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive Victorian silver tea caddy box.

Dimensions

Length 7.1cm/2.8'

Width 5.8cm/2.28'

Height 5.7cm/2.24'

Weight

4.5 troy ounces/141.4g

Maker: Drew & Sons (Samuel Summers Drew & Ernest Drew)

Date: 1890

Origin: London, England

SKU: C9615

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.7cm (2.24")
Width
5.8cm (2.28")
Depth
7.1cm (2.80")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235937
Dealers Internal Reference
C9615
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Description
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tea caddy; an addition to our Victorian silverware.
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This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver tea caddy has a rectangular form.
AC Silver
fig 1. A rectangular Victorian sterling silver tea caddy featuring an engraved crest, top folding handle, and visible side hallmarks.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)

The surface of this fine silver tea caddy box is plain and unembellished.

This antique sterling silver tea caddy retains the original hallmarked hinged cover surmounted with the original cast sterling silver loop handle/finial.

fig 2. A rectangular Victorian sterling silver tea caddy featuring an engraved crest, top folding handle, and visible side hallmarks.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)

The upper plateau of the cover is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'TK', surmounted with a coronet.

This exceptional example of Victorian silverware retains the original removable white enamelled metal liner and gilding to the interior of the cover.

fig 3. A rectangular Victorian sterling silver tea caddy featuring an engraved crest, top folding handle, and visible side hallmarks.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)

This plain Victorian silver tea caddy makes an ideal gift for someone who appreciates antiques, interiors, or classic entertaining pieces. Tea caddies from the Victorian era are valued for their craftsmanship and historical charm, often reflecting the importance of tea culture and domestic refinement during the 19th century.

fig 4. A rectangular Victorian sterling silver tea caddy featuring an engraved crest, top folding handle, and visible side hallmarks.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)

Condition

This antique silver tea caddy box is an excellent gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the caddy and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are all very clear.

fig 5. A rectangular Victorian sterling silver tea caddy featuring an engraved crest, top folding handle, and visible side hallmarks.
fig 5. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy (1890)

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive Victorian silver tea caddy box.

Dimensions

Length 7.1cm/2.8'

Width 5.8cm/2.28'

Height 5.7cm/2.24'

Weight

4.5 troy ounces/141.4g

Maker: Drew & Sons (Samuel Summers Drew & Ernest Drew)

Date: 1890

Origin: London, England

SKU: C9615

Height
5.7cm (2.24")
Width
5.8cm (2.28")
Depth
7.1cm (2.80")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Caddy to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235937
Dealers Internal Ref
C9615
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  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved crest, Folding ring handle, Flush hinge, Rectangular body
  • SizeH 5.7 cm (2 in) x W 5.8 cm (2 in) x D 7.1 cm (3 in)

This Victorian sterling silver tea caddy dates from 1890 and originates from London, England, reflecting classic 19th-century domestic refinement. The rectangular body possesses a plain silver finish, complemented by a flush hinge, clear side hallmarks, and a top folding ring handle. The upper plateau of the cover features an engraved crest with initials beneath a coronet. The piece measures 5.7 cm high, 5.8 cm wide, and 7.1 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this antique box sits neatly upon a sideboard top as a decorative accessory or a classic entertaining piece. The interior houses a removable white enamelled metal liner alongside gilding on the underside of the cover. Collectors and admirers of traditional silverware utilise such caddies to display heritage craftsmanship within living spaces, studies, or dining rooms.

FAQs

A Victorian sterling silver tea caddy is a British-crafted vessel produced during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901) designed specifically to store loose leaf tea, which was a prized household commodity.

These containers were typically wrought from high-purity sterling silver (92.5% silver content) featuring hand-engraved crests, fitted flush hinges, and internal tinning or gilded interiors to protect the tea leaves from humidity and oxidisation.

Authentic items feature official British hallmark impressions including the sovereign mark, lion passant for sterling silver, a city assay mark, a date letter, and a registered makers mark stamped into the exterior metal wall.

Silver tea caddies function effectively as refined accent pieces placed on a sideboard, drinks tray, or bookshelf, contrasting smoothly with modern minimalist surfaces or dark wood joinery.

To maintain silver without removing detail, polish gently with a soft microfibre cloth and specialized non-abrasive silver cream, avoiding harsh chemical baths or abrasive scrubbing pads.
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