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Sterling Walnut Tea Ball
Unknown
USA
Realistically modeled, this tea ball has the shape, furrows and creases that one associates with a walnut; the top quarter of the ball is hinged and has a ring that serves as a pressure catch; the stabilizing flange on the inner rim of the top is stamped, STERLING; a ring on top of the tea ball attaches a silver chain, itself ending in a larger utility ring
Length: 7 1/2 "
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