Description: Antique Tin Pewter Civil War Teapot E.B. Manning 1862. Rare Antique E.B. Manning Pewter Coffee pot 1862 Civil War Era Patent Britannia Teapot Tin Metalware Tea Pot Shabby The Coffee Pot is 9 1/4 tall; it has a 4-1/8 base diameter and is 3 diameter at the mouth. The top lid is hinged, fitting snuggly and is in excellent condition. The Tea Pot holds 64 ounces or 8 cups. History: Be it known that I, Edward B. Manning, of Cromwell, Connecticut, have invented a new and useful Article of Manufacture of or Mode of Constructing Britannia Tea and Coffee Pots From Edward B. Mannings letter applying for Patent No. 35,457 - June 3, 1862 Pewter or Britannia metal was economical and could be fashioned into beautiful pieces. It took shape easily and when polished its gleam rivaled silver. Before Edward Manning invented improved Britannia, pewter was not practical for preparing or serving hot beverages because the amalgam of alloys begins to melt at temperatures as low as 338 degrees Fahrenheit. Manning solved the problem by joining an upper pewter body to a lower body made from iron or metal capable of withstanding high heat. Manning continued to patent his improvements for teapot and pitcher manufacture till 1900, among them, an ingenious double walled, insulating ice pitcher. Pewter is one of the most alluring realms among American antiques because it is so intimately bound up with the everyday life of our forefathers. It was what you might call a finely democratic article. It was made for people who could not afford much silver or who did not want to use their silver all the time. It happened not to be as elegant as silver in color or texture but it had about it an air of distinction and a certain substantial solidity that reflected the comfortable character of the people who used it in their homes. For being 150 + years old the coffee pot is in great antique condition. There are a few small dents & small dings and has normal wear marks. I am offering this Coffee Pot as I found it. Whether for the new collector or the connoisseur, this rare Coffee Pot will be an amazing addition to any antique pewter or Civil War Era Collection. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for Looking!
Price: 115 USD
Location: Janesville, Wisconsin
End Time: 2024-03-05T16:18:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Conflict: Civil War (1861-65)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Modified Item: No
