Description:
Three-piece Gorham Coin Silver Tea Service, Providence, Rhode Island, late 19th century, all numbered "390," teapot and covered sugar with additional "T&Co." mark, monogrammed, each vasiform with applied classical medallion masks to shaped rims and handles, finial cast as young fairies, and etched stylized leaf decoration to feet, comprised of a teapot with ivory insulators, covered sugar and creamer with gold-washed interior, teapot ht. 10 1/4 in., approx. 71.4 troy oz.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
All with light usage wear: surface abrasions and pitting. Creamer: Nick to foot.
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