Gelston, Ladd and Co. (American, founded circa 1840) coin silver. A 5-piece tea set including teapot, coffee pot, creamer, lidded sugar bowl, and a waste bowl. All pieces chased with alternating floral and landscape scenes with coiled dragon. All pieces marked except for the waste bowl. Dimensions: 8 inches tall X 9 3/4 inches wide; 20.3 cm tall X 24.8 cm wide. Weight: 3,050 grams (98.1 ozt.). All measurements are approximate. Condition: Minor age wear, including scattered scratching and tarnishing. Provenance: From a Connecticut gentleman's collection.