This exceptional antique George III sterling silver caddy has a plain rectangular form.
The body is plain and unembellished, with applied moulded borders to the rims.
This antique Georgian silver box retains the original domed hinged cover.
The upper plateau of the cover is embellished with a contemporary bright cut engraved crest of a griffin's head between two wings displayed.
The Georgian sterling silver caddy with crest reflects the precision and restraint characteristic of 18th- and early 19th-century silversmithing. Its sterling silver construction provides durability and refined surface quality, while the engraved crest introduces personal or heraldic significance, reinforcing status and provenance. The caddy's balanced proportions and hand-crafted detailing reflect the cultural importance of tea within Georgian society, where functional objects were elevated through craftsmanship and ceremonial use. This combination of historical context, material quality, and decorative refinement positions the piece as both a collectible artefact and a distinguished heirloom object.
Maker: Samuel Taylor
Date: 1763
