H. Holman Ix Unique Teapot Chime. Large & Very Vintage.

The stunning, vintage teapot chime makes a unique house wrming gift or garden gift. Strong metal chain is used as well as heavy monofilament line. You will receive a laminated card with this info:"H. Homan IX" refers to early silver-plated or pewter items manufactured by H. Homan & Co. in Cincinnati, Ohio, often dating to the mid-19th century (around 1847-1850s). The firm later became the Homan Silver Plate Co. and eventually the Homan Manufacturing Co. These pieces are typically high-quality American Victorian-style, often marked with "Quadruple Plate".Key Details About Homan Silverplate• Origin: Founded in 1847 by Henry Homan and Asa F. Flagg in Cincinnati.• Company Name Evolution:o 1847: Originally Flagg & Homan (produced Britannia metal and pewter).o c. 1864: Began producing silverplate.o 1896-1904: Homan Silver Plate Co.o 1904-1915: Homan Manufacturing Co.o 1941: Company went out of business.• Markings: "Homan IX" often indicates earlier pieces, while later items are marked "Homan Mfg Co". "Quadruple Plate" was a common marking, indicating a high-quality, durable plating process.• Items: Produced a wide range of, including tea sets, trays, pitchers, and vanity items.• Value: Often found on the secondary market (like eBay or Etsy), with prices varying based on condition, often for serving pieces, trays, and Victorian-era items.