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Antique Silver Tea Caddy.
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Antique Silver Tea Caddy.

19th century
Sold 25 January 2026 · George James Antiques
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Fine silver tea caddy/box; of oval, straight sided form with a push fit lid. Decorated with swags and scenes of puttae, this wonderful caddy is of the best quality and weight, by one of Hanau's finest silversmiths. Beautifully hallmarked and great condition.

Hanau (Germany.) c.1890. Storck & Sinsheimer.

Height 11.5cm

Weight 7.5 troy oz/233gm

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

George James Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Tea Caddy to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA543997
Dealers Internal Reference
28/1618
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Fine silver tea caddy/box; of oval, straight sided form with a push fit lid.
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Decorated with swags and scenes of puttae, this wonderful caddy is of the best quality and weight, by one of Hanau's finest silversmiths.
George James Antiques

Beautifully hallmarked and great condition.

Hanau (Germany.) c.1890. Storck & Sinsheimer.

Height 11.5cm

Weight 7.5 troy oz/233gm

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Tea Caddy to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA543997
Dealers Internal Ref
28/1618
George James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2007
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Telephone 01488 580 048
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Great Grooms of Hungerford
Riverside House
1 Charnham Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gj
Verified Since Apr 2007
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An ornate antique silver tea caddy featuring repousse figures in a landscape and a domed finial lid.
Antique Silver Tea Caddy.
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An ornate antique silver tea caddy featuring repousse figures in a landscape and a domed finial lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTea Caddies
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse figures, Swag and drape, Domed finial, Scrolled cartouche
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

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Tea caddies emerged in the 17th century when tea was an expensive imported commodity, necessitating secure containers often fitted with locks to store the precious leaves.

These items were typically fabricated from sterling silver using techniques such as hammering, casting, chasing, and repousse work, often featuring fitted lids and interior foil or wooden linings.

Authenticity is verified by examining hallmarks for assay office marks, makers marks, and date letters, alongside observing the natural wear patterns and hand-wrought construction details.

This piece can be placed on a sideboard or mantelpiece as a focal point, integrating historic metallic textures into a curated modern living space.

Preserve the metal by dusting with a soft cloth and using specialized silver polish sparingly only when necessary, avoiding abrasive materials that can damage chased surface details.
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