Domestic object - Teapot, c1927

Historical information

Belonged to the step-mother of Ray Standfield, husband of donor.

Significance

The Robur Tea Company issued vouchers/coupons on packets of tea that could be collected and exchanged for the tea-pot when enough coupons had been saved.

Physical description

A round squat silverplated Robur teapot containing a fitted round cup shaped strainer with hinged pull for removal.

Inscriptions & markings

S475 PERFECT TEA-POT, MANUFACTURED BY ROBUR TEA CO LTD. PATENTED AUS 10373. 14-11-27 NZ59615 U.S AF 816-28 EPNS

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