Check the listing for details. Antique Dutch Silver Locking Tea Caddy Circa 1807. Width: 8.5cm/3.3". Listed at 2265.00 USD. Pages View All Products About Us Get In Touch Follow Us View Feedback Got A Question? - Get In Touch! Welcome To - AC Silver Unlimited Fantastic Feedback - Look at our reviews! Visit Store About Us Feedback Contact Us Fully Insured Shipping Free national & International Established since 1977 Internationally Recognised 30 Day Returns Policy For Guaranteed Satisfaction Dutch Silver Locking Tea Caddy - Antique Circa 1807 Check Out Our Feedback An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Dutch silver locking tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection Description This fine Dutch silver antique tea caddy has a tapering oval form. The surface of this antique Dutch silver tea caddy is plain and unembellished, with an applied reed decorated border to the upper and lower rims. This antique silver tea caddy is fitted with a swept hinged cover surmounted with the original carved painted wood oval fluted finial. This antique 19th century silver tea caddy is fitted with a fully working lock and key. The underside of this Dutch silver tea caddy include: Maker's mark: VV (untraced) Silver quality/purity mark: Crown (.934, 934/1000) Date mark:a (used between 7th October 1807 - March 1809) Export mark: Axe/hatchet mark* This tea caddy has the same credentials and is crafted in the same style as the tea service C7728 and would all sit well together. * This mark was used as an export tax mark on old Netherlands hallmarked items returning to the market. Maker: Untraced Maker's Mark Condition This antique 19th century silver tea caddy is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The caddy has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The Dutch hallmarks struck to the underside of the tea caddy are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware. Dimensions Length 12.3cm/4.8" Width 8.5cm/3.3" Width including key 10.3cm/4.1" Height 11.9cm/4.7" Weight 9.8 troy ounces/305g Date: Circa 1807 Origin: Netherlands, Europe Contact Seller View Feedback Jewelry Collection Silverware Collection Rings Collection About Us Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewelry and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store. Delivery Information We offer free domestic delivery on all items. Smaller items such as games and accessories are shipped with Royal Mail and can be expected within 1-3 working days in most cases. Larger items such as consoles are shipped with a courier via next day delivery (UPS/DPD). All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day. Returns Policy If your item is no longer required, then you can return it to us for a full refund. Please note that the item must be returned in the same condition as it was received, with new/sealed items remaining sealed if applicable. If you require any further assistance regarding your return, then feel free to get in touch via the eBay messaging system. If we could also remove the Ebay Member Since part at the bottom that would be appreciated. Contact Us If you have any questions at all please just contact us via eBay's e-mail system. You can also or use the Business seller information contact details at the bottom of every listing. Fully Insured Shipping Free national & International Established since 1977 Internationally Recognised 30 Day Returns Policy For Guaranteed Satisfaction Links Home About Us View Feedback Contact Us Company Info Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited Based In United Kingdom ebay member since 06th Jan 2003 Designed By Jarilo Design