United Kingdom. A Silver Tea Set, By William Hunter, C.1855

(Silver). Antique. A teapot constructed of silver. The base of the teapot features an alternating flower and leaf pattern on a pebbled background. The belly of the pot bears a motif of leaves, flowers and simple acanthus designs. The center of either side of the belly bears a circular field, one of which is blank, the other bears the image of a lion rampant with a scrolling banner under it with the inscription “AMICUS OMNIBUS” (Friend to All). The shoulder bears an acanthus design and the lid features a leaf, flower and simple acanthus design with a rose finial in the center. The lid is attached to the pot with a hinge located by the handle. The handle bears an acanthus thumbpiece. The spout of the pot bears a leaf, flower and simple acanthus design with a rounded mouth. The bottom of the pot is marked with a lion passant, a leopard head, a gothic style letter “U”, the bust of Queen Victoria. The center bears the mark “W H” for the firm of William Hunter. Measuring 285mm (l) x 180mm (w) x 210mm (h) and weighing 823 grams. In extremely fine condition.

(Silver). Antique. A creamer constructed of silver. Featuring the same leaf, flower and simple acanthus pattern as the teapot. The lip of the creamer features an acanthus and leaf design. The bottom of the creamer is marked with a lion passant, a leopard head, a gothic style letter “U”, the bust of Queen Victoria. The center bears the mark “W H” for the firm of William Hunter. Measuring 154mm (l) 80mm (w) x 170mm (h) and weighing 292 grams. In extremely fine condition.

(Silver). Antique. A sugar bowl constructed of silver. Featuring the same leaf, flower and simple acanthus pattern as the teapot and creamer. The lip of the sugar bowl features an acanthus and leaf design. The bottom of the creamer is marked with a lion passant, a leopard head, a gothic style letter “U”, the bust of Queen Victoria. The center bears the mark “W H” for the firm of William Hunter. Measuring 230mm (l) x 145mm (w) x 135mm (h) and weighing 453 grams. In extremely fine condition.