Antique Victorian Silver Teapot & Sugar Basin- 1877 / 1878

This is a lovely set comprising of a small teapot and sugar basin. These antique sterling silver pieces were made by George Fox and hallmarked in London 1877/8. Both pieces are in very good condition with no repair or damage. Hallmarks are clearly struck to the bases and additionally to the teapot lid. The interior of the sugar basin retains its original gilding. There is decoration to the teapot lid and upper body but the main decoration are the cartouches. On either side of both pieces there are beautifully and intricately engraved decorations of quite a variety but all have to their centre scrolled initials which appear to be 'E de 'R'. The teapot has a fruitwood handle and the lid closes perfectly. **Any shadows shown in photographs are merely reflections** Total weight of silver:- 340 gms (12 ozs) Height:- Teapot 9 cms Sugar 6 cms