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Krave Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
These teapots have a unique design so they can be turned onto their side supports to brew the pot of tea and then turned back to pour by holding the top handle.
A wonderful and rare design that would make a great addition to a teapot collection.
Material: Silver plate.
Date: 1909.
Maker: James Dixon & Sons.
Marked: Rd. No. 533068. James Dixon & Sons. Sheffield. Trumpet mark. EPBM. Patent Trade SYP Mark. No 5.
Dimensions: 18 cm (7") Length including spout. 11 cm (4 1/4") Width. 17 cm (6 1/2") Height to top of handle.
Weight: 540 g.
Condition: Very good antique condition with some signs of use in keeping with age. Some light surface scratches, small marks and some wear to the silver plate. The inside is in good clean condition.
Krave Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
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James Dixon Silver Plate Syp Simple Yet Perfect Melon Teapot.
