Antique Rockford Silver Plate Co. Quadruple Plate Hollowware Tea Set

Antique Rockford Silver Plate Co. Quadruple Plate Hollowware Tea Set #320. Monogrammed "T". All four pieces are numbered "320" near the impressed maker's mark. The bottom of these pieces is also initiated with a cursive "L", likely the initial of the engraver. Description: The Art Nouveau style tea set feature a raised pattern of triple flowers with winding vine climbing up and down each item. Ornate feet and handles complete the elegant look. Condition: Clean interiors, and slightly greying patina to the exterior. Light scratches may exists as well as other signs of previous ownership and use. See photos. Company History: The Rockford Silver Plate Co. began as the Racine Silver Plate Company, but on May 5, 1882 a massive fire destroyed seven city blocks in downtown Racine, including the company, leaving only a few brick walls and smokestacks. The owners elected to re-locate and re-open the business in Rockford, Illinois, thus renaming the company. The firm was described as manufacturers of "fine electro gold and silver-plated ware, cutlery, spoons and forks" until 1925 (some source say 1913) when it was acquired by R.W. Sheets, who renamed the company Sheets Rockford Silver Plate. Pieces included in this matching set of silver plate hollowware are: * 1 - Coffee Pot with Hinged Lid, 8-1/4" Height (to Spout & Rim, 10-1/2" Height with Lid) x 5" Width x 9" Length (at Spout & Handle) * 1 - Creamer Pitcher, 5" Height (to Spout) x 3-1/2" Width x 4-1/4" Length (at Spout & Handle). * 1 - Sugar Bowl with Lid, 4-3/4" Height (to Rim, 6-3/4" Height with Lid) x 4-1/4" Width x 6" Length (at Handles) * 1 - Waste Bowl, 4-7/8" Height (to Rim), 3-1/2" Width x 5-1/4" Length (at Handles)

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