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Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Co. Silver-Plated Railroad Teapot – Spokane, Portland & Seattle Railway (SP&S)
Beautiful vintage half-pint railroad teapot featuring an ornate curved spout, decorative handle, raised floral detailing, and fitted lid.
The underside bears the following markings:
• S.P. & S. Ry. – Spokane, Portland & Seattle Railway
• GMCo – Gorham Manufacturing Company
• Gorham anchor trademark
• Pattern/production number 08715
• 1/2 PINT capacity
• Letter A
An attractive piece of American railroad history, believed to have been manufactured for railway dining or beverage service.
Condition:
Pre-owned vintage condition with visible surface wear, tarnish, scratches, and patina consistent with age and use. The lid is present. The photographs show the actual condition of the exterior and underside.
Interior condition and functional testing have not been confirmed. Sold as a vintage collectible.
Features:
• Ornate silver-plated metal construction
• Half-pint individual serving size
• Decorative architectural styling
• Original railroad identification markings
• Collectible Gorham maker’s mark
Perfect for collectors of railroadiana, historic railway dining-car memorabilia, antique silverplate, Gorham metalwork, or vintage American transportation history.
Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.