Silverware
Antiques of an age exceeding 100 years: > Of an age exceeding 250 years > Silverware
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 9706.10.00.20
Georgian Silver Teapot
An antique silver teapot crafted in the early 1700s during the Georgian era, featuring hand-chased floral motifs and a wooden handle. It falls under HTS 9706.10.00.20 as silverware exceeding 250 years in age, qualifying as an antique of historical value. Such items are classified in Chapter 97 for their cultural significance rather than material composition.
17th Century Silver Candelabrum
A pair of antique silver candelabra from the late 1600s, with intricate repoussé work and hallmarks from a London silversmith. Classified under HTS 9706.10.00.20 due to exceeding 250 years as silverware antiques. These historical pieces are valued for their artisanal craftsmanship and period design.
William and Mary Silver Salver
An early 18th-century silver salver from the William and Mary period (circa 1690), with piecrust edges and family crest engraving. It qualifies for HTS 9706.10.00.20 as silverware over 250 years old, emphasizing its antique status in Chapter 97. Such trays were essential for serving in historic households.
Queen Anne Silver Tankard
A silver tankard from Queen Anne's reign (early 1700s), featuring baluster shape, scroll handle, and engraved initials. Under HTS 9706.10.00.20 for silverware antiques surpassing 250 years. These drinking vessels represent peak English silversmithing of the era.
Jacobean Silver Ewer
An antique silver ewer from the Jacobean period (late 1600s), with fluted body and mythical beast spout. Classified in HTS 9706.10.00.20 as silverware over 250 years, per Chapter 97 for original antiques. Ewers were used for ceremonial washing in historic settings.
Restoration Silver Soup Tureen
A large silver soup tureen from the Restoration era (1660s-1680s), with domed lid, lion finial, and shell handles. It meets HTS 9706.10.00.20 criteria for silverware antiques exceeding 250 years. These centerpieces highlight Baroque opulence in silver craftsmanship.
Baroque Silver Chalice
A 17th-century Baroque silver chalice with knopped stem and embossed religious iconography. Under HTS 9706.10.00.20 as antique silverware over 250 years, valued for ecclesiastical history. Though ceremonial, it qualifies as tableware in antique context.