James Armiger Sterling Tea Set c1895 RARE

Description

JAMES ARMIGER STERLING TEA SET          c1895 HAND DECORATED
This is a fine
and
rare
completely hand decorated
c1895
James Armiger
sterling silver tea service.
It features beautifully hand decorated
raised leaf and flower atop
fine, satin surfaces.
The original spread leaf and flower
finial,
secured bye original fastener.
Rolled vine cap
tapering C-scroll handle,
with corresponding leaf and flower wrap.
Justis & Armiger
opened their doors
in Baltimore
1880.
Became
James Armiger
1892
and incorporated ( & Company)
1896 - 1936.
As such, this tea service can be
precisely dated to
1892-1894
Inquire about matching
pieces.
Hallmarked as shown, this hallmarked used only four years.
Never monogrammed to visible body, under base
period engraved script initials.
This 125 year old hand decorated James Armiger teapot is 9 inches
handle to spout 7 tall and the set weighs 44 standard ounces.
In very fine condition.
Appears little used.
Retains original hand chased detail.
Rich silver patina.
Original handle secure.
Sells world wide.
Applicable sales tax.