What was a silver caddy box used for?

These boxes served to store loose tea leaves securely away from moisture and odours in the home. Because tea was historically a valuable commodity, the containers often featured locking mechanisms to restrict access. Over time, many of these vessels transitioned into general decorative containers used on dressing tables or desks for trinkets and stamps. Their compact sizes made them versatile receptacles for small valuables.

How can I tell the age of a silver box?

Assay office hallmarks stamped directly into the metal provide the most reliable evidence for dating British items. These tiny marks indicate the specific city of testing and a corresponding date letter. Stylistic indicators also help narrow down the period, such as the heavy geometric forms of the Art Deco era versus the ornate chased floral motifs of late Victorian pieces.

Did these boxes always hold tea?

While the primary purpose involved storing tea leaves, many forms overlap with trinket boxes, dressing table boxes, and tobacco jars. Artisans often produced similar lidded canister shapes for multiple dry goods. Interior traces of gilding or removable internal lids usually point specifically towards tea storage, whereas unlined wooden or glass interiors suggest alternative uses.

How do I care for antique silver?

Gentle dusting with a soft cloth maintains the surface without wearing down raised details or thin plating. Excessive cleaning removes desirable patination accumulated over decades. Store the boxes away from direct sunlight and damp environments to prevent tarnishing and to protect any secondary materials like wood or glass.

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Discover the craftsmanship of an antique silver caddy box, designed to preserve precious tea leaves and serve as an elegant tabletop display.

Indian 92g Solid Silver Box Tea Caddy Box C1910 Antiqueindian 92g Solid Silver Box Tea Caddy Box C1910 Antique

1900 - 1920

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Indian 92g Solid Silver Box Tea Caddy Box C1910 Antiqueindian 92g Solid Silver Box Tea Caddy Box C1910 Antique

From The Silver Squirrel

£225

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Magnificent Antique English Locking Biscuit Box by Mappin and Webb C.1880

19th century

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Magnificent Antique English Locking Biscuit Box by Mappin and Webb C.1880

From Puckerings

£750

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Pierced Box 1899

19th century

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Pierced Box 1899

From Robert Bush Antiques

£425

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18th century

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Antique Georgian Sterling Silver 'Birds' Snuff Box 1835

From Robert Bush Antiques

£475

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Mappin & Webb Silver Plated Tea Canister – Circa 1905

From Kingsdown Antiques

£145

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1900 - 1920

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Large Heavy 162g Dutch Solid Silver Desk Box 1914 Antique

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£385

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19th century

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Novelty Antique English Oak and Silver Plate Biscuit Box

From Puckerings

£695

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Antique Edwardian Tea Caddy with Lion Mask Handles and Spoon – Circa 1905

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Tea Caddy with Lion Mask Handles and Spoon – Circa 1905

From Kingsdown Antiques

£165

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1900 - 1920

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Raj Period Indian Silver Jar and Cover Circa 1900

From Robert Belcher Antiques

£645

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1900 - 1920

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Magnificent Antique Silver Tea Caddy by William Hutton & Sons Ltd. - 1905

From Puckerings

£995

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Certain late-Victorian novelty boxes take the surprising form of miniature knife boxes, bringing an unexpected dining room silhouette to the tea table.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – Circa 1905

From Kingsdown Antiques

£445

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19th century

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Caddy 1899

From Robert Bush Antiques

£395

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Cut Glass Tea Caddy by William Rudkins London C1805

18th century

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Cut Glass Tea Caddy by William Rudkins London C1805

From Walton House Antiques

£1,350

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Larger Than Usual Art Deco Silver Box by Sigvard Bernadotte for Georg Jensen

1920 - 1940

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Larger Than Usual Art Deco Silver Box by Sigvard Bernadotte for Georg Jensen

From Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts

£1,950

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18th century

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Rare Pair of Late 18th Century Bow Front Mahogany Cutlery Boxes with Solid Silver Mounts, of Narrow Proportions and of Superb Patina

From LVS Decorative Arts

£4,250

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Sheraton Period Satinwood Silver Mounted Box C 1790 Converted for Stationary

18th century

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Sheraton Period Satinwood Silver Mounted Box C 1790 Converted for Stationary

From Duke Antiques and Interiors

£2,500

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Antique Silver Caddy Box

Indian 92g Solid Silver Box Tea Caddy Box C1910 Antiqueindian 92g Solid Silver Box Tea Caddy Box C1910 Antique

Magnificent Antique English Locking Biscuit Box by Mappin and Webb C.1880

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Pierced Box 1899

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver 'Birds' Snuff Box 1835

Antique Edwardian Mappin & Webb Silver Plated Tea Canister – Circa 1905

Large Heavy 162g Dutch Solid Silver Desk Box 1914 Antique

Novelty Antique English Oak and Silver Plate Biscuit Box

Antique Edwardian Tea Caddy with Lion Mask Handles and Spoon – Circa 1905

Raj Period Indian Silver Jar and Cover Circa 1900

Magnificent Antique Silver Tea Caddy by William Hutton & Sons Ltd. - 1905

Antique Silver Plated Pierced Biscuit Barrel with Glass Liner – Circa 1905

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Caddy 1899

Cut Glass Tea Caddy by William Rudkins London C1805

Larger Than Usual Art Deco Silver Box by Sigvard Bernadotte for Georg Jensen

Rare Pair of Late 18th Century Bow Front Mahogany Cutlery Boxes with Solid Silver Mounts, of Narrow Proportions and of Superb Patina

Sheraton Period Satinwood Silver Mounted Box C 1790 Converted for Stationary

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