Antique English Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service – Birmingham 1930 – Kirkby & Law – 4 Piece Set – 2048g

Museum presence. Substantial silver weight. Timeless English craftsmanship.

We are honored to present this elegant four-piece English sterling silver tea and coffee service, crafted by Kirkby & Law Ltd. of Birmingham, England and fully hallmarked for 1930.

Executed in the refined Georgian Revival style, this sophisticated service features graceful baluster bodies raised on elegant cabriole legs with beautifully pierced gallery rims. Each piece displays exceptional craftsmanship and balanced proportions characteristic of high-quality English silver from the early twentieth century.

The coffee pot and teapot are fitted with traditional ebony handles and finials, providing both heat protection and visual contrast to the luminous sterling surfaces. Their hinged lids open smoothly and close securely, reflecting the fine mechanical construction expected from Birmingham silversmiths of this period.

With a combined weight of over two kilograms, this impressive service represents not only refined English craftsmanship but also a substantial amount of sterling silver. The elegant silhouette and classic pierced decoration allow it to transition effortlessly between formal table service and decorative display.

A distinguished addition for collectors of English sterling silver, Georgian Revival design, or antique tea services, this complete matched set embodies timeless craftsmanship and enduring elegance.

Item Details

Maker: Kirkby & Law Ltd.
Origin: Birmingham, England
Date: 1930
Material: Sterling Silver (.925)
Design Registration: Rd 710896 (Registered 1924)
Style: Georgian Revival
Pieces Included: Coffee Pot, Teapot, Creamer, Sugar Bowl

Hallmarks

Each piece bears the following hallmarks:

• K & L (within diamond) – Kirkby & Law Ltd.
• Anchor – Birmingham Assay Office
• Lion Passant – Sterling Silver (.925)
• Capital “F” – Date Letter for 1930

Additionally marked:

• Registered Design Number: Rd 710896 (1924)

The coffee pot and teapot lids are also hallmarked internally with the Lion Passant and date letter “F.”

Measurements & Weight

Coffee Pot with hinged lid
7 1/2" wide (spout to handle)
8" high (top of handle)
700 grams total (including wood handle and finial)

Teapot with hinged lid
12" long (spout to handle)
5 7/8" high (top of handle)
794 grams total (including wood handle and finial)

Creamer
6 1/4" long (spout to handle)
4" high (top of handle)
256 grams

Sugar Bowl
7 3/4" long (handle to handle)
3 3/4" high (top of handle)
298 grams

Total Weight:
2048 grams combined

Investment Perspective: Beyond its aesthetic beauty and historical craftsmanship, this distinguished sterling silver service also represents a compelling tangible asset backed by intrinsic precious metal value.

With a combined weight of 2,048 grams, this complete four-piece service contains a substantial amount of sterling silver, giving the set inherent value tied directly to the global silver market. As precious metal prices fluctuate, substantial sterling objects such as this often attract both collectors and investors seeking historically significant objects with intrinsic metal value.

Unlike modern bullion, antique sterling silver pieces combine precious metal content, craftsmanship, and historical significance, offering a unique balance of collectability and material worth. Complete matched services from respected Birmingham silversmiths such as Kirkby & Law Ltd. are increasingly appreciated not only for their beauty but also for their enduring value as tangible assets.

Substantial sterling services of this scale are increasingly sought after as collectors and investors alike recognize the enduring value of historic silver craftsmanship combined with precious metal content.

Whether acquired as an elegant addition to a fine silver collection, displayed as a decorative statement, or appreciated as a historically crafted sterling object with intrinsic value, this impressive English tea and coffee service represents both refined artistry and lasting substance.

Condition Report: All pieces are in excellent antique condition with normal surface scratches and polishing swirls consistent with age and careful use.

The creamer displays a small crease dent, shown clearly in the photographs and circled in blue for transparency. This minor imperfection does not affect structural integrity or overall display.

The interiors of the coffee pot and teapot show typical tea and coffee staining consistent with age and prior use, which is common for antique silver hollowware.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. We never use stock photography; the item shown is the exact set you will receive.

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