Five-piece Gorham Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service

Description:

Five-piece Gorham Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service, Providence, 1871-72, monogrammed to each side, each of tapering cylindrical form with engraved neoclassical motifs throughout, comprising teapot, coffeepot, creamer, sugar bowl, and waste bowl, coffeepot ht. 8 1/4 in., approx. 73.0 troy oz.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Surface wear thoughout, some minor spots of silver rot. Coffeepot spout separated from body (present with lot). Scattered minor dents.


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