George I Silver Tea Caddy with Sliding Base


Date: 1726

Maker: Richard Gines

Country: England

Stock: 5970

Description

An excellent antique sterling silver tea caddy box with sliding base and removable cap which can be used as a tea measure. Lovely plain style and good gauge silver. Weight 236 grams, 7.5 troy ounces. Height 14 cms. Base 8.75 x 5.5 cms. London 1726. Maker Richard Gines.


Biography

Richard Gines

Richard Gines, first mark in 1698 registered at Fenchurch Street, second mark in 1714 as largeworker at Lombard Street. Richard's will was proved 8 June 1742 as PROB 11/718/483 as Will of Richard Gines, Goldsmith of Lombard Street, City of London.

Condition

Please note that this item is not new and will show moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. Reflections in the photograph may detract from the true representation of this item.

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