Silver-plated tea strainer scoop - Hooijkaas for Douwe Egberts

An elegant silver-plated drip tray, made by Zilverfabriek H. Hooijkaas by commission for Douwe Egberts. Intended to hold a tea strainer after pouring, preventing tea stains on the table. The rim features a floral decoration and the tray has a sturdy base. Hallmarked with DE, HH and 90. At the time, it could be collected through the Douwe Egberts value point system - often supplied with a matching tea strainer.

• Maker: Zilverfabriek H. Hooijkaas, Schoonhoven
• Commissioned by: Douwe Egberts
• Material: Silver-plated metal (90)
• Decoration: Floral rim
• Function: Drip tray for tea strainer
• Hallmarks: DE, HH and 90
• Dimensions: Height 3.5 cm - Top diameter 6.2 cm - Base diameter 4 cm
• Weight: 38 grams
• Condition: Used with light signs of wear consistent with age.

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