Oval Sheffield brass tea caddy (c. 1820-30)

Late Georgian period oval brass tea caddy with applied rope edging on the upper edge of the lid and the rim. Centered on the lid is a sterling pineapple finial. The foot of the caddy has a narrow flair and both the oval body of the caddy and the oval lid top are seam soldered. The silvered surface has been lost with age & use, with faint traces remaining. Hand tooling marks are visible on the flat surfaces. Sheffield, England, circa 1820-30. Condition: Good original condition. Losses to silver plating. Marks and wear commensurate with age and use. Materials: Brass, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver Dimensions: 5" L x 4" W x 2-3/4" H4" (to top of finial) SKU: 5992 Tear sheets are available on request.  SHIPPING & DELIVERY: The Federalist Antiques ships throughout the Chicagoland area, Nationally, and Internationally. Shipping is calculated at checkout and all items ship with either UPS or uShip, depending on the size of the item. We also offer free delivery for all pieces within a 1