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Description
I am looking to obtain the fair market value of a 19th. century pewter teapot or server, marked on the bottom, "A. Griswold". It was dated by the previous owner as 1835. Over-all. I would say it is in better condition than others I have seen, but they don't give any values.
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Pewter
Distinguishing marks
Maker Mark impressed on bottom ( A. Griswold )
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
10 1/2" tall by 10 1/2" wide handle to spout
Date Period
1835
Weight
2.5 - 3 lbs.
History
This teapot was purchased by my mother many years ago. and was recently re-discovered in some boxes from the attic. She does not remember what she paid for it, nor does she have the receipt anymore.
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Re: 19th. Century, Ashbil Griswold, Pewter Teapot/Server
I would agree with the date period, made sometime around 1825-1840. Griswold was a Connecticut maker from 1802~ through 1840 and as such that would be the ideal regional market to target. A nice piece. I would rate the condition as fair, there are nicer examples, and there are much worse out there. Most auctioneers place estimates on these tea/coffee pots at $250-$500, but they almost never go that high. Most sell in the $100-$200 range, with a few having gone as low as $50-75. I would expect a retail end price to be closer to the higher auction estimates provided, but the market is limited and again it would sell best near its origins. Realistically I think around $100-$150 should be expected in a person to person transaction unless you want to sit on the piece awhile for the right collector to come along. Attaching a link with auction examples and prices realized, The market was noticeably strong 10~ years ago. To see the prices realized I believe you must sign up for an account.
http://www.liveauctioneers.com/search?q=griswold+pewter&hasimage=true&dtype=gallery&type=complete&rows=20
Re: 19th. Century, Ashbil Griswold, Pewter Teapot/Server
I would agree with the date period, made sometime around 1825-1840. Griswold was a Connecticut maker from 1802~ through 1840 and as such that would be the ideal regional market to target. A nice piece. I would rate the condition as fair, there are nicer examples, and there are much worse out there. Most auctioneers place estimates on these tea/coffee pots at $250-$500, but they almost never go that high. Most sell in the $100-$200 range, with a few having gone as low as $50-75. I would expect a retail end price to be closer to the higher auction estimates provided, but the market is limited and again it would sell best near its origins. Realistically I think around $100-$150 should be expected in a person to person transaction unless you want to sit on the piece awhile for the right collector to come along. Attaching a link with auction examples and prices realized, The market was noticeably strong 10~ years ago. To see the prices realized I believe you must sign up for an account.
http://www.liveauctioneers.com/search?q=griswold+pewter&hasimage=true&dtype=gallery&type=complete&rows=20