"1842 Victorian Four-piece Sterling Silver Tea And Coffee Set By William Hunter"
Highly ornate four-piece tea and coffee service, crafted from solid English sterling silver during the early Victorian period. This set features elaborate chased floral and foliate decoration, elegant shell-topped feet, and ornate handles. Item Details - Period: Early Victorian (William IV style), circa 1842/1843.
- Composition: Solid Sterling Silver (92.5% pure), confirmed by the presence of the Lion Passant standard mark.
- Maker: Made by renowned London silversmith William Hunter (initials "WH").
- Assay Office: Hallmarked in the London Assay Office.
- Date: The date letter "g" confirms the specific assay year of 1842-1843.
- Set Composition: A complete four-piece set including a large coffee pot, teapot, lidded sugar bowl, and cream jug.
- Design Features: Features include intricate hand-chased decoration, shell/scroll-form feet, and decorative handles.
Coffee Pot Including Spout & Handle: H: 24 x W: 24 x D: 15 cm 865 grams Tea Pot Including Handle & Spout: H: 16 x W: 26 x D: 156 cm 755 grams Sugar Bowl Including Handles: H: 13 x W:21 x D: 14 cm 425 grams Cream Jug Including Handle & Spout: H: 12.5 x W: 18 x D: 11 cm 310 grams
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