Silver - English Coffee Urn

OLD SHEFFIELD PLATE: This term refers to a process that was invented around 1790 in Sheffield, England. The method involved fusing a sheet of copper to a thinner sheet of sterling silver. Although made by premier Sheffield manufacturers, pieces were never marked using the word Sheffield.

Tea urn measures approx. 16 ? high and 10 ? from lion to lion.

Stately proportions define this urn which is held aloft by four tapered legs with claw feet. A stand equipped with a heating device rests on four ball feet. The spigot has a fan shaped ivory knob and lion ring handles adorn each side. A beautiful piece that will enhance any gathering.

A fine example of Old Sheffield Plate this English tea urn may be used to serve coffee. Circa 1840.

English Coffee Urn Old Sheffield Plate coffee/tea urn.

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