Japanese Sterling Tea Set 1872 Gorham 73 oz

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Japanese Sterling Tea Set 1872 Gorham 73 oz:
$4200.00

GORHAM STERLING SILVER TEA SET; JAPANESE TASTE; MADE 1872; WEIGHS 73 OUNCES; EXCELLENT CONDITION

We are exceptionally pleased to offer this rare 1872 Gorham sterling silver tea set.

In the highly sought after Japanese taste.

Classic tapering urn.

Bright cut engraved Japanese leaf and floral streams.

The designs with facet cut accent shimmers in the natural light. Against soft satin butler\'s finish.

Floating globe or jewel border work throughout.

Detachable cover, topped with beaded saucer and bell. Secures to the base with wist and lock. Unusual design feature.

Leaf cap floating globe spout, rising from Japanese floral mount.

Shell cap tapering S handle. The split lower end with cascading grape cluster. Retains the original heat stops.

SHC monogram.

This 1872 Japanesque teapot is 11 inches and 7 tall and weighs 27 (standard) ounces.

The cream jug is 5 1/2 and 11 ounces.

The waste bowl is 6 1/2 and 14 1/2 ounces.

The covered sugar is 8 1/2 inches and 21 ounces.

The entire four piece Japanesque set is 73 standard ounces.

Hallmarked as shown.

In excellent condition. Rich, lustreous sterling patina throughout. The beautifully engraved Japanese floral retain their original detail. Stands firm on table or museum display shelf. The cream and waste bowl retain original gold interior. Mild wear.

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