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Overview
A vintage silver-on-copper covered sugar bowl with an urn shape. The lower half of the body has wide vertical fluting, and the smooth upper half rises to a flared rim. Two tall scroll handles with leaf tips rise from the shoulders, and the bowl stands on a round pedestal foot. The fitted lid has a fluted dome and a turned finial. It suits a sideboard, tea tray or display cabinet.
Background
Fluted, urn-shaped sugar bowls with pedestal feet and scroll handles were a popular pattern in silver-plated tea services from the late 19th century onward. This one is silver plated over copper. The underside has a stamped mark with the letters ER and a central emblem, but the mark is too worn to identify the maker. The age has not been confirmed.
Condition
Pre-owned with tarnish, scratches and worn plating, with the base metal showing in spots on the fluting, the lid and the foot. The inside of the bowl has darker patches and more plating wear. The lid fits, the finial is intact and both handles are firmly attached, with no breaks. It has not been polished or replated. Please see all photos.
Dimensions & Weight
The sugar bowl is 5.5 x 5.5 x 4 inches (H x W x D) with the lid on, and weighs about 11.5 oz.
Shipping
Free standard shipping within the US, packed securely.
