{"product_id":"silver-sugar-scuttle-mid-century","title":"Silver Plate Sugar Scuttle with Scoop Mid Century Victorian Style Tea Table Server","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis silver plate sugar scuttle with scoop is an unmarked mid century tea table server modeled after the larger coal scuttles once used beside fireplaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small pedestal form, two side handles, raised top handle, shaped open front, and matching miniature scoop give it the Victorian style look that made these sugar servers popular for serving cubes at the tea or dining table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-kitchenware\" title=\"Silver plate sugar scuttle with matching scoop\"\u003eSilver plate sugar scuttle with matching scoop\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugar scuttle, also called a sugar hod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid 20th century, approximate. Exact age is not confirmed from photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver plated metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver tone with dark tarnish and areas of warm aged coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e No visible maker's mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian style coal scuttle form with pedestal base and applied handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scuttle approximately 5 inches tall, 4 inches long, and 3 inches wide. Scoop approximately 3 inches wide as measured by the owner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching small sugar scoop, pedestal foot, two side handles, raised top handle, and decorative edging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e The scuttle and matching scoop are complete and intact with noticeable surface wear and tarnish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe matching scoop is present. Complete examples are especially useful for displaying or serving because the small shovel shaped utensil is part of the original form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo gouges were found during the owner's inspection. The body, handles, rim, and pedestal base appear intact in the supplied photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is substantial tarnish and dark oxidation across the exterior and interior. The interior shows especially noticeable darkening and uneven aged coloration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface scratches and handling marks are visible on the plated finish. The piece has not been polished for the listing and could be cleaned if the next owner prefers a brighter silver appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugar scuttles copied the shape of household coal scuttles on a much smaller scale. The familiar form became a decorative way to serve sugar cubes at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of silver plate tableware fits naturally with tea service collections, Victorian inspired table settings, and collections of unusual serving pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example still has its matching miniature scoop. That small companion piece gives the set its complete coal scuttle look and makes the original purpose easy to recognize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe darkened silver finish gives you a choice. Leave the tarnish as found or polish it if a brighter table setting is more your style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙[\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"reading Vintage shipping policy\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e], no surprises\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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