BBC Antiques Roadshow expert values unique "rude" tea caddy made from coco de mer nut at £3,000-£5,000.
A guest on BBC Antiques Roadshow was left stunned when expert Adam Schoon valued her unique "rude" tea caddy made from a coco de mer nut at £3,000 to £5,000. The tea caddy, shaped like the nut which translates to "beautiful buttocks," was crafted into a two-division tea caddy with silver-plated mounts, likely made in India. The coco de mer nut is a protected species due to its rarity, contributing to the item's high value.
August 09, 2024
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