Antique Georgian Silver Tea Service from Mexico
A complete 18th-century English tea service comprising teapot, creamer, sugar bowl, and tray, handcrafted from sterling silver with intricate chasing and hallmarks dating to 1790. This set qualifies under HTS 9706.90.00.20 as antique silverware exceeding 100 years of age, valued for its historical craftsmanship rather than modern utility.
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Import Tips
• Obtain expert authentication and appraisal from a certified antiques specialist to verify age exceeding 100 years and silver content for customs declaration
• Include high-resolution photos, hallmarks documentation, and provenance records to support antique classification and avoid reclassification as modern silverware
• Declare appraised value accurately; common pitfall is undervaluation leading to audits or penalties under cultural property import rules