Silver-plated Douwe Egberts tea tin – Old Dutch scenes – Herman Hooijkaas

Are you looking for a vintage tea tin to store your fresh tea in? Or do you perhaps know someone in your circle who loves making a cup of fresh tea and is also crazy about vintage and antiques? Then this might be the perfect gift. 

What is it?
A beautiful silver-plated tea tin from Douwe Egberts, richly decorated with lively Old Dutch scenes—a piece of recognizable history, captured in silver.

• Brand: Douwe Egberts (D.E. hallmark)
• Silversmith: Herman Hooijkaas (HH hallmark)
• Material: silver-plated (marked ‘90’ – high-quality silver plating)
• Weight: approx. 201 grams
• Height: approx. 10.5 cm
• Width: approx. 7.8 cm
• Richly detailed relief with traditional Dutch scenes
• Removable lid with an elegant knob
• Typical component of classic Douwe Egberts tableware

Objects like this were often given as gifts or used during coffee and tea times.

How does this fit into your interior or collection?
This tea tin instantly creates an atmosphere. The shiny silver, combined with the playful, almost painterly depictions, makes it a real eye-catcher.

Perfect for:

• A warm kitchen or coffee table
• A rustic or classic interior style
• A display cabinet with silver or nostalgic objects
• Use as a storage box for tea, sugar, or small valuables

It is one of those objects that is not only beautiful but also evokes memories.

A special gift
A personal and atmospheric gift for:

• Enthusiasts of Douwe Egberts and coffee culture
• Collectors of silver-plated tableware
• Parents or grandparents (sense of recognition)
• Housewarming or birthdays
• Anyone who loves coziness and tradition

FAQ

Is this solid silver?
No, this is a silver-plated object. The ‘90’ mark means that a relatively thick layer of silver has been applied, which provides a luxurious appearance and durability.

What do the hallmarks mean?
The D.E. hallmark refers to Douwe Egberts. The HH hallmark stands for silversmith Herman Hooijkaas, who was known for high-quality silver-plated work.

Is the tea tin still usable?
Yes, it is suitable for storing dry products such as tea or sugar, but is also often used decoratively.

What period does this object come from?
This type of silver-plated Douwe Egberts object was primarily produced in the 20th century, often as part of tableware lines or corporate gifts.