Tea Strainer and Stand

[dougleen]

I found this sterling tea strainer/stand in a second hand store about 40 years ago and have no clue where and when it was made. Does anyone recognize this maker's mark? It resembles the Simonds Brothers mark without a 'lid.' The numbers? Thanks.

[silverly]

Welcome to the forum. The lower of your two marks does appear to have the top of the crest if that's what you are referring when you say "lid." Take a look at Simons Bro & Co here and see what you think: http://www.925-1000.com/americansilver_S2.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[silverly]

Here's a site that has your item: http://www.teainfusers.com/browse/list. ... 376&where=" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[dougleen]

Silverly: Thanks for the prompt reply. I've used this infuser for years but just dug it out from storage and should polish it up. Thanks again.