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1886 ROYLES VICTORIAN SILVERPLATE SELF POURING TEAPOT RIBBED TOP
$ 42.23
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1886 ROYLES VICTORIAN SILVERPLATE SELF POURING TEAPOT RIBBEDThe Royles Self-Pouring Teapot was invented by John James Royle and made by Doulton & Co. in 1886. Contable George Crabtree found it referenced in a book of patents as one invented by Jacques Raphoz (see Trivia below) in 1892 during the investigation of the murder of Percival Pollack ("The Glass Ceiling"). Add a photo to this gallery Jacques Raphoz is actually a member of the art department for Murdoch Mysteries. His name appears in the patent book as an in-joke.
An original piece in excellent conditions showing no wear trough the plating perfectly clean inside no corrosion build up or repairs barely ever used , no monogram minor cosmetic details overall nice substantial plating with mirrored finish original wooden knob in excellent shape as well n=o cracks or chips 8 7/8" by 10" 50 FL Oz
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