GORHAM MEDALLION STERLING COIN SILVER 3 PIECE TEA SET, c. 1863-67

  
Offered is a gorgeous estate found antique 3 piece sterling or coin silver tea service by Gorham of Providence, RI. Each of the 3 pieces are stamped with the Gorham hallmarks dating from 1863-67. Presented with an oval (unmarked) silverplated American tray of sympathetic design, featuring hand chasing and bead interior border. Crafted of heavy gauge silver in the neoclassical / American Greek Revival style, with cast cameo medallions applied to the sides and finely detailed hand chasing, cast Greek key and beaded bands, with ribbon bows on handles. Even the teapot spout features an applied classical cameo. All three pieces feature a period Gothic style monogram with an armorial crest. This sumptuous service exudes luxury and quality.

The service comprises: a tea pot, creamer, and open sugar bowl. Comes with oval silverplated tray of unknown maker. All pieces have clean interiors and secure handles, and interior of creamer has nice gilding intact.

A couple of tiny, minor dings here and there as one would expect from a used set over 160 years old. Surface scratches/ patina/ tarnish commensurate with age and use.

See photos as part of the description, and enlarge them to best assess condition. Dimensions & weights indicated below. Teapot: 6 tall X 3.5 deep X 9.5 handle to spout. Sugar bowl: 4 tall X 3.25 deep x 8 handle to handle.

Creamer: 4 tall X 3 deep. Total silver weight, including handles: 1322 grams. Silverplated oval tray: 18 x 15 in good condition, no noticeable plate loss.

The item "GORHAM MEDALLION STERLING COIN SILVER 3 PIECE TEA SET, c. 1863-67" is in sale since Monday, July 19, 2021. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (.925)\Tea/Coffee Pots & Sets". The seller is "madluxe" and is located in Glen Cove, New York. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, Canada.

1. Style: Greek Revival
2. Age: 1850-1899
3. Pattern: Medallion
4. Brand: Gorham