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COPPER TEA KETTLE. Stamped "W. Heyser, Chambe

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COPPER TEA KETTLE.
Stamped "W. Heyser, Chambersburg" (Pennsylvania, early 19th century). Dovetailed construction with a labeled swing handle and a brass finial. 6 1/2"h. plus handle.

See American Copper & Brass by Henry Kaufman, pg. 125. William Heyser's son, Jacob, is listed as working Ca.1821.

Condition: As cataloged, in good condition. Some minor rusting around where handle attatches to pot and around where spout connects as well as under the lid. Some minor denting throughout but nothing really larger than the size of a pen head.

Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by our Conditions of Sale.

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