Lot 392 , An ornate late William IV silver coffee pot and Victorian teapot.

An ornate late William IV silver coffee pot by Benjamin Stephens, of pear shape, with foliate scroll decoration and engraved inscription, London, 1837, 8.75in, together with a similar Victorian teapot, William Hewitt, London, 1839, gross 56 oz.
Estimate £500-700

Large engraved inscription to the side of the pot. There are several small dents on each of the four scroll tops around the top section of the base near the inscription. There are a few other minor dents to the plain sections of the body also. There are a few small dents to the handle. Knop and handle a little loose in situ. Hallmarks clear on base, handle, knop and lid are clear.


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Sold for £700