ANTIQUE Victorian James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Silver Plate EPBM Teapot Ornate

ANTIQUE Victorian James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Silver Plate EPBM Teapot Ornate Floral 1880

Item Specifics (Key details to include)

    •    Maker: James Dixon & Sons

    •    Composition: Silver Plate / EPBM (Electroplated Britannia Metal)

    •    Age: 1850-1899 (Victorian)

    •    Brand: James Dixon & Sons

    •    Style: Victorian, Ornate

    •    Country/Region of Origin: United Kingdom / Sheffield, England

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Antique Victorian James Dixon & Sons Silver-Plated Teapot

This is a beautiful antique teapot manufactured by the renowned British silversmith James Dixon & Sons in Sheffield, England. This piece dates to the late Victorian era, likely between 1880 and 1900.

Features:

    •    Material: Made from Electroplated Britannia Metal (EPBM), a high-quality base metal coated with a layer of silver.

    •    Design: Features ornate, hand-chased or engraved floral and scroll patterns on the body and lid, typical of the Victorian Aesthetic Movement.

    •    Marks: Clearly stamped on the base with the James Dixon & Sons trumpet-and-banner logo, "EPBM", and the pattern number (likely 43xx).

    •    Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 inches tall (top of handle to bottom of feet) and 10.25 inches wide (spout to handle end).

    •    Condition: In very good antique condition; minimal plate loss on feet, minor surface scratches consistent with age. No dents or major damage. Interior shows some staining expected of a piece this old.

This is an elegant piece of British craftsmanship perfect for collectors or as a beautiful decorative item.