Box - .916 (88 Zolotniki) silver - Large
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Antique Neo‑Classical engraved silver tea caddy with a dedicated presentation stand, made in Portugal of .916 (88 Zolotniki) silver, circa 1960–1970, measuring 18 cm in height, 21 cm by 18 cm, and weighing 957.08 g, in good condition with a hinged lid and floral finial.
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Antique Neo-Classical Engraved Silver Tea Caddy with Presentation Stand / Base
Portugal assay mark (1938-1984), 916/000, and same date marker's mark.
An elegant antique silver tea caddy (caixa de chá) featuring a matching fixed or dedicated presentation stand/base resting on four button feet. The caddy boasts a refined oval shape decorated with fine Neo-Classical bright-cut engravings of floral swags, garlands, and central medallions. The hinged lid is surmounted by an exquisite cast finial shaped like a flower bud or poppy pod.
The underside shows a hand-hammered swirled finish, and hallmarks/purity marks are present on the inner rim of the lid.
Condition: Excellent antique condition. The hinge works perfectly, the engraving remains crisp, and the structure is solid with no major dents or repairs. Natural light patina.
Height: 18cm
Dimension: 21x18cm
Weight: 957.08g
Good condition
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Antique Neo-Classical Engraved Silver Tea Caddy with Presentation Stand / Base
Portugal assay mark (1938-1984), 916/000, and same date marker's mark.
An elegant antique silver tea caddy (caixa de chá) featuring a matching fixed or dedicated presentation stand/base resting on four button feet. The caddy boasts a refined oval shape decorated with fine Neo-Classical bright-cut engravings of floral swags, garlands, and central medallions. The hinged lid is surmounted by an exquisite cast finial shaped like a flower bud or poppy pod.
The underside shows a hand-hammered swirled finish, and hallmarks/purity marks are present on the inner rim of the lid.
Condition: Excellent antique condition. The hinge works perfectly, the engraving remains crisp, and the structure is solid with no major dents or repairs. Natural light patina.
Height: 18cm
Dimension: 21x18cm
Weight: 957.08g
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
957.08 g
Silver type
.916 (88 Zolotniki) silver
Title additional information
Large
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
18 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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