{"product_id":"meridan-brittania-silver-water-pitcher-40-aesthetic-bear-handle-antique-1868","title":"Meridan Brittania Silver Water Pitcher 40 Aesthetic Bear Handle Antique 1868","description":"Exceptional antique Meriden B. Company \/ Meriden Britannia Co. silverplate covered pitcher featuring ornate Aesthetic Movement engraving, a hinged domed lid, square engraved finial, angular handle, and a figural bear accent mounted at the top of the handle. The body is decorated with Victorian geometric, floral, fan, and shield-style engraving, giving it a strong late 19th-century American silverplate look. The underside is clearly marked Meriden B Company, Made by M.B. Co., Lyman’s Patent June 8, 1858, with additional patent dates including March 3, 1868, June 13, 1868, and Nov. 3, 1868, plus model number 40. A standout display piece for collectors of antique silverplate, Meriden Britannia, figural serving pieces, and Victorian Aesthetic Movement tableware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Antique silverplate covered water pitcher\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: Meriden B. Company \/ Meriden Britannia Co.\u003cbr\u003eModel \/ Number: No. 40\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: “Meriden B Company,” “Made by M.B. Co.,” “Lyman’s Patent June 8, 1858”\u003cbr\u003ePatent Dates Shown: March 3, 1868; June 13, 1868; Nov. 3, 1868\u003cbr\u003ePattern \/ Decoration: Engraved geometric, floral, fan, shield, and scroll motifs\u003cbr\u003eDesign Style: Victorian Aesthetic Movement with figural animal detail\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Silverplate over base metal with warm copper\/brass undertones visible from age and wear\u003cbr\u003eHandle Detail: Angular handle with figural bear standing on rockwork\u003cbr\u003eLid: Hinged domed lid with square engraved finial and ball top\u003cbr\u003eSpout: Tapered pouring spout with decorative engraved top\u003cbr\u003eInterior: White ceramic liner\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in USA, Meriden, Connecticut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Antique pre-owned condition with surface scratches, tarnish, patina, plating wear, darkened areas, and age-related finish variation. Interior liner in excellent condition. Please review photos for exact condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 3\/4\" H x 7\" OD (10 1\/4\" spout to handle)\u003cbr\u003e6lb 6oz\u003cbr\u003eSKU 9591","brand":"Meridan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43943857717366,"sku":"9591","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/6547\/8518\/files\/6880318d-718c-48e8-ace0-103912ba590e.jpg?v=1785802256","url":"https:\/\/templetonantiques.com\/products\/meridan-brittania-silver-water-pitcher-40-aesthetic-bear-handle-antique-1868","provider":"Templeton Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}