How were tea caddies used?

Tea caddies served as secure containers for black and green teas, which were expensive and heavily taxed commodities. Servants or homeowners kept the containers locked to control consumption. The accessories inside, such as spoons and small mixing bowls, helped portion out the leaf before brewing at the table.

How do I identify a Georgian piece?

Identification relies on examining hallmarks on silver items, which indicate the assay office, date letter and maker's mark. Stylistic clues like neoclassical motifs or Regency curves also point to the period. Timber items require checking construction methods, such as dovetailing and timber choice, to align with eighteenth-century workshop practices.

Can I use these spoons daily?

These antique silver spoons remain sturdy enough for gentle daily use, though hand washing is essential to preserve their finish. Many collectors prefer to display them alongside other silver or tea wares. Their historical nature means avoiding abrasive cleaners and harsh modern dishwashers.

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Georgian tea caddy accessories are the small spoons, boxes and barrels used to dispense and store precious leaf, offering tactile links to historic domestic rituals.

Double Struck Georgian Silver Caddy Spoon

18th century

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Double Struck Georgian Silver Caddy Spoon

From Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

£150

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Georgian Tea Caddy Accessories

Double Struck Georgian Silver Caddy Spoon

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