Impeccable Sophistication -The Diamond by Reed & Barton

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Marvelous Tea & Coffee Service 'The Diamond' by Reed & Barton Beautiful shape for being 'used' No monograms Admittedly, my tastes tend to go with fussy ornamentation that signifies the Victorian period but this Coffee and Tea service definitely got my attention. The clean, uncluttered lines and detailing demand respect. All sides are smooth and sleek, the sterling... brilliant. T is a pair of candleholders in similar styling that are being offered in another auction. They compliment this coffee service beautifully. If clean details appeal to you, please check it out. On a personal note... this service was a snap to clean and polish. T are no deep scrolls or other details that normally harbor tarnish. Reed & Barton is synonymous with quality and this service is no exception. Each piece is made of exceptionally heavy gauge sterling... the feel in the hand is of substance and strength. The huge butler tray is not original to the service and is made of silverplate... but the lines were so similar to 'The Diamond' that the pairing was almost fated. All totalled, this service weighs an impressive 2289 grams - or almost 74 ounces - and that is without the silverplate tray (also made by Reed & Barton) A popular replacement site has this identical set (minus the tray) for $4399! The particulars of this set are as follows: 1 Coffee Pot - 11 3/4 X 7 1/2 1 Tea Pot - 8 X 8 Creamer - 4 1/2 X 4 1/2 Sugar and lid - 4 1/2 X 4 1/2 Waste Bowl - 2 1/4 X 4 1/2 Silverplate tray - 16 X 24 All measurements are approximate and include filials and any handles. I believe that the sugar was dropped at one time because t is a slight flattened area that keeps the lid from seating completely. It's a minor fix if you have the right tools. The very last picture shows that damaged area. Other than what was mentioned, t are no serious dings, tings, or dents to indicate abuse or neglect. This set was obviously well taken care of. All filials are straight and firmly attached. The handles are secure and show no 'wiggle' or loosening. The lid hinges are smooth and tight. Naturally, this is estate sterling and tfore, has been used. T are the usual use and polishing marks but relatively speaking, they are very minor. Please view the pictures carefully. I generally take my photographs outside in sunlight to accurately depict the colors and conditions of the items I am offering. If you see any discolorations or other anomalies that would indicate damage, it is either the sun, the clouds, the trees, or me. Due to the value of this listing, insurance is required. I try to fully and faithfully disclose any irregularities I find but I am far from perfect and some things may escape my detection. Also, when damage (no matter how minute) I try to make sure that it is clearly depicted in the photos. I believe that I have described the above auction offering accurately and in detail. Please consult the photographs or Email me with any questions. My word is my bond. If you are unhappy with your purchase, please contact me within 3 business days to arrange return and a refund of your purchase price. Shipping charges are not refundable. The sterling that I am currently listing are not my property and as such, I am unable to make a 'deal' or entertain a 'Best Offer' scenario. They belong to a friend who is in the precious metals business. He has a warehouse that is stockpiled with sterling items that he has purchased over the last 28 years of business, including more than 100 different silver flatware sets. With the soaring price of silver, he had decided to send them all to the smelter to be melted down. Instead, I convinced him to let me try to offer them on Ebay so that they would not be destroyed. I know that t are silver lovers out t that wish to harken back to the days of gent... read more

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