LONDON 1768 - 1769 Silver tea caddy, complete with key. Circular in shape, the hinged lid is topped by a cast silver socket featuring tea leaves. The body of the box is engraved, chased with horizontal lines in reserves framed by scrolls. Three of the four reserves are engraved with Chinese-inspired characters, while the fourth, under the keyhole, features a covenant coat of arms framed by foliage. Master goldsmith: William & Aaron LESTOUGEON Weight : 561 g - H. : 13,5 cm - diameter : 10,6 cm