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Up for sale is a rare, authentic piece of West Coast culinary history: an individual-sized (8 oz.) silver-soldered teapot manufactured … Read more Up for sale is a rare, authentic piece of West Coast culinary history: an individual-sized (8 oz.) silver-soldered teapot manufactured by the renowned Gorham Manufacturing Company in 1930. This teapot was custom-ordered and used at the legendary Pig 'N Whistle restaurant and confectionery located inside the historic White House Department Store in downtown San Francisco during the Great Depression. Historical Markings On Base:Engraved: "Property of Pig 'N Whistle San Francisco"Catalog Number: 014613 (The leading "0" indicates Gorham's silver-soldered line) Volume: 8 oz.Date Code Pictogram: An Elephant (Gorham's official factory stamp for the year 1930) Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor surface scratches and beautiful patina appropriate for its age and commercial restaurant use. The hinge on the lid functions perfectly, and all engravings/stamps on the bottom are incredibly crisp and fully legible. No major structural dents. Please review all photos for exact cosmetic condition."This is an incredible display piece for collectors of California history, vintage advertising, hotel silver, or San Francisco memorabilia. See less
- Dimensions
- 5.5ʺW × 4ʺD × 4.25ʺH
- Styles
- Art Deco
- Brand
- Gorham
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silverplate
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Very Good. Very Good. less
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