A fine quality sterling silver tea set by Henry Birks and Sons, Montreal 1946 and 1947. Plain baluster shape with hand-hammered finish, with acanthus and shell capped spouts and wooden scroll handles, on spreading feet. The set includes a teapot, coffee pot, cream jug, covered sugar bowl and a kettle on stand. The teapot, kettle and coffee pot with flush hinges Length of teapot spout to handle 11.5" (29.2cm), capacity of teapot 4 cups (1000ml), total weight 126.4 troy oz (3932g).