Lot 1828 , A 19th century Dutch white metal oval tea caddy, height 11.3cm, with lock, no key, 9oz.

A 19th century Dutch white metal oval tea caddy, height 11.3cm, with lock, no key, 9oz.

£80-120

Condition:
There appears to be a patch of silver by the hinge covering an old repair as there is silver solder on the inside of the lid by the hinge. There are several small dents around the reeded rim. The knop has been pushed downwards into the lid. There are a few small dents around the main body and the engraved decorations he’s quite tired. There is visible silver solder around the rim of the base indicating probable repairs at some point. The hinge pin is protruding. Overall condition average to poor.

Sold for £220