Only suitable for sale within the UK, due to the ivory content in the finials and heat spacers to the covers of the teapot, coffee pot and hot water jug. This item has been registered for exemption under the new Ivory Act and is legal to sell. We are happy for the registration number (VGJ9CV3V) to be checked with the Animal & Plant Health Agency
George V five piece silver tea and coffee service of plain, panelled form with Chippendale rims. Features ebonised wooden handles and ebonised ivory finials and heat spacers to the covers. Comprises of teapot, coffee pot, hot water jug, sugar bowl and creamer.
Each piece is hallmarked for Birmingham 1924 by William Devenport. The pots are further hallmarked to the inside of the lids.
Condition is excellent with no solder repairs, dents, creases or splits. Moderate surface wear commensurate with age.
Approximate weight is 1.918 kilos or 61.66 troy ounces.
Approximate dimensions:
Teapot: 30 cm length, 18 cm height and 10.5 cm depth.
Coffee pot: 21 cm length, 18.5 cm height and 8.5 cm depth.
Water jug: 18.5 cm length, 19 cm height and 8.5 cm depth.
Sugar: 15 cm length, 10 cm height and 7.5 cm depth.
Creamer 11.5 cm length, 8.5 cm height and 6 cm depth.