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A very fine English Regency Tea caddy, circa 1825, in very good condition, normal wear consistent with age, Over 100 years old. Meet with all Federal Guidelines. The box measures 5.25" X 3.50" X 3.50." The word Tea Caddy is believed to be derived from catty, the Chinese pound, equal to about a pound and a third avoirdupois. The earliest examples that came to Europe were of Chinese porcelain, and approximated in shape to the ginger-jar. They had lids or stoppers likewise of china, and were most frequently blue and white. Until about 1800 they were called tea canisters rather than caddies.