A set of George III sterling silver tea caddies, maker's marks of Thomas Bumfriss & Orlando Jackson London 1766.

Three tea caddies on shell-shaped feet, chased and embossed decorations, strawberry finial on the lids. Caddies in two sizes: one with width 10.5 cm, depth 9.5 cm, height 13 cm, the pair slightly smaller. Total weight ca. 783 g.
Leather-covered box with canted corners and claw and ball feet. Shield in the front of the hinged lid with inscription '1751-1859'. Fitted lined interior. Width 31 cm, depth 23 cm, height 17 cm.

Defects to the interior of the caddies. A few minor ruptures and repairs. Replaced screw in one of the lids. The box with significant wear commensurate with age. Key missing.