Sheffield Tea Service

By mkeemle, 18 April, 2008
Description

This is a Sheffield tea service with no tray.  Bottom is marked "Made in Sheffield England" and the marks "EPNS" in individual sqares.  The set consists of a coffeepot, a teapot, creamer, sugar, and a waste with cover.  The sizes are asl follows: 

COFFEE POT - 8" tall / 4.5" wide (approx)

TEA POT - 6" tall / 5.5" wide (approx)

SUGAR - 4" tall / 4.25" wide

CREAMER - 2.5" tall / 3.5" wide

WASTE (with cover) - 2.5" tall / 4.25" wide

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Silverplate
Distinguishing marks
Marked: "Made in Sheffield England" then below that "EPNS" inside individual squares
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
COFFEE POT - 8" tall / 4.5" wide, TEA POT - 6" tall / 5.5" wide , SUGAR - 4" tall / 4.25" wide, CREAMER - 2.5" tall / 3.5" wide, WASTE (with cover) - 2.5" tall / 4.25" wide
Date Period
late 1800's
History
Set was inherited from my mother who was a collector of fine art, jewelry, silver, and antique furiture. I believe it belonged to my grandmother who was born around 1870
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
inherited
For Sale?
No
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