Victorian Sterling Silver Tea Ball Infuser w/ Chain & Ring #3538

Description

A great example of Victorian sterling silver in a tiny object such as this sterling silver tea ball/infuser.  It is not identified with silversmith marks only that it is sterling and #3538.  Perhaps this number would give some indication as to the producer. I strongly believe this to be from the Victorian era most likely the late 1800s.  It is an oval spherical shape with protruding longitudinal ribs.  The ball measures approximately 1 3/4” end to end and the chain measures 5 1/2” long including the ring. The ball closes tightly and shows no signs of any damage or repairs.  I have not polished this sterling silver item. A very nice example for any tea ball collection. Please view all pictures as they are considered part of the description.
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