Lot 535 , A George V silver octagonal tea caddy, Thomas Bradbury & Sons, Sheffield, 1920, 10.5cm.
A George V silver octagonal tea caddy, Thomas Bradbury & Sons, Sheffield, 1920, 10.5cm.
Estimate £80-120
Covered with numerous tarnish spots. Lid doesn't quite close flush with the body. Numerous minor surface scarctches in general commensurate with age and usage and the underside of the base edges are quite worn. Both sets of hallmarks are clear however there is some slight ribbing to the maker's mark on the main set.
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