A late Victorian Staffordshire 'Egg Shell' porcelain and sterling silver coffee service, setting for six, comprising coffee cans and saucers, tea pot, creamer, sugar basin and tea caddy. The sterling silver overlay designed with rose flower garland and cherubs on top of a fine yellow and gilt porcelain. (possibly by William Comyns & Sons Ltd, Birmingham, 1896). Provenance: Purchased Sassafras Antiques 1973. (16)