Tea caddy, c. 1785?
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England?
Sheffield plate; W. 5 7/8 in., D. 3 3/4 in., H.3 1/2 in.
David A Schorsch - Eileen M. Smiles (Woodbury, Connecticut)
A silver plated tea caddy has survived that is engraved with Franklin's name and that of Abigail Adams. It presents an interesting puzzle to researchers.
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