by: Sergio Perez
eMail: Fitz & Floyd Collectibles
This guide is for the Fitz & Floyd - Collector's Edition Teapots. An article concerning teapots once stated that teapots produced in numbers greater than a 1000 units, usually maintained a value of half of their initial retail value. Some "limited edition" teapots produced in numbers that exceed 5000 units have reach values that surpassed the initial retail price. I am pleased to offer a few popular examples of these produced by Fitz & Floyd.
The original retail price for these teapots started around $88.00 in 1998. I hope my price guide will give an estimate of the value of a pre-owned teapot in good to excellent condition or at least give you an idea of the possible high limits or low limits for bidding . I am continually working to update the guide as new data is revealed.
Places of Worship
The Places of Worship Series included the Notre Dame Catherdral, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey and have been sought after more than the others.
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Westminster Abbey Notre Dame
73/7 67/55
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The Westminster Abbey teapot was introduced in 1998. It is 7 1'2" H with a capacity of about 30 oz and is limited in production to 7500 units. Originally priced at $88.00, the teapot appears on the market with the value of pre-owned teapot ranging from $157.00 to $500.00 depending on its condition.
The Notre Dame Catherdral teapot was introduced in 1995. It is 8 1/2" H with a 22 oz capacity and is limited to 7500 units. It appears on the market regularly. The value range for this beautifully designed teapot is between $61.00 to $170.00. It was retired in 2000.
St. Patrick's Cathedral St. Basil Cathedral
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The St. Patrick's Catherdral teapot was introduced in 1993. It is 6 3/4" H with a 14 oz capacity and was limited to 5000 units. It appears on the market rarely. The value range for this beautifully designed teapot is between $80 to to $225.00. It was originally priced at $88.00 and retired in 2000.
The St. Basil Cathedral teapot is part of the Landmarks Collection. This teapot is 6 1/2" H and has a 28 oz capacity. Production was limited to 5000 units and manufactured in Taiwan. The price ranges from $48.00 to $170.
Famous Figures from History
Another desirable collection includes the following figures: Abraham Lincoln, Christopher Columbus, George Washington, Napolean Bonaparte and Winston Churchill.
Another desirable collection includes the following figures: Abraham Lincoln, Christopher Columbus, George Washington, Napolean Bonaparte and Winston Churchill.
Abraham Lincoln George Washington
73/32 67/15
The Abraham Lincoln teapot, among the most notable, was introduced in 1995. It measures 8 1/2" H, has a 9 oz capacity and is limited to 5000 units. It was made in Sri Lanka and originally priced at $88.00. This teapot occasionally appears on the market and its value is between $70.00 to $175.00.
The George Washington teapot was produced in 1993. This teapot was manufactured in Taiwan, measures 7" H, has a 19 oz capacity was limited to 5000 units and originally priced at $88.00. This teapot rarely appears for sale or in auction but the value range is between $58.00 to $150.00+.
Winston Churchill Napolean Bonaparte
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The Winston Churchill teapot was introduced in 1995 and made in Taiwan. It measures 7" H and has a 22 oz capacity. It is limited to 2500 units. The price ranges from $55.00 for a pre-owned to $135.00 for new-in-box.
The Napolean Bonaparte teapot is made in Taiwan also and introduced in 1994. It is 7 " H with a capacity of 29 oz. It is limited in production to 2250 units. It can still be found for sale in new condition with its original box for about $125.00. The value range is from $50.00 to $125.00+.
Christopher Columbus
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The Christopher Columbus teapot was introduced in 1992 and made in Taiwan. It measures 7 1/2" H and has a 28 oz capacity. It is limited to 7500 units. The price ranges from $15.00 for a pre-owned to $40 for new-in-box. This teapot is the least desirable by collectors.
Important Women
Betsy Ross, Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, and the Queen Victoria are included in this series.
Betsy Ross Queen Victoria
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The Betsy Ross was introduced in 1993. It is 6" H, has a 28 oz capacity and made in Taiwan. It is limited to 1777 units. This number is significant because it is also the year the first U.S. flag was made. In today's market, the teapot is valued between $110.00 to $150.00. It appears in auction occasionally.
The Queen Victoria was introduced in 1994 and stands 7 1/2" H with a 29 oz capacity. It is limited in production to 1750 units and was also made in Taiwan. Its value today is between $100.00 to $135.00. It also appears in auction occasionally.
Cleopatra Joan of Arc
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67/4 73/33
The Joan of Arc Teapot is part of their Collector's Series and is part of the Important Women Collection introduced in 1995. Its product number is 73/33, has a capacity of 11 ounces, measures 6 3/4" H and was manufactured in Sri Lanka. Production was limited to 5000 units. The original retail price was $90 but recent market prices range from $30 - $341 depending on factors that include condition of teapot and condition of original factory box. The teapot is the hardest to find and rarely makes an appear in the open market.
Famous American Landmarks
The Jefferson Memorial, The White House, The Capitol Building, Mt. Rushmore and the Statue of Liberty are part of this series and much sought after.
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Jefferson Memorial
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The Jefferson Memorial teapot is 6 1/2" H with a 24 oz capacity. It was maunufactured in Sri Lanka and limited in production to 5000 units. The teapot was introduced in 1995 and retired in 2000. A pre-owned, in perfect condition teapot ranges in value from $77.00 to $145.00.
White House The U.S.Capitol 67/11 67/
The White House teapot is another popular item among collectors. Originally priced at $88.00, it was introduced in 1993 and retired in 1997 as part of the Famous Landmarks Around the World Collection. It has a 32 oz capacity and measures approximately 11" L and 6" H. Production was limited 5000 units. The price ranges from $75.00 to about $170.00
The U.S. Capitol teapot is about 9" H and has approximately a 24 oz. capacity. This teapot was introduced around 1992. This teapot very rarely appears on the market, even though 3000 units were produced. Design features on this teapot are very similar to the The White House and the Jefferson Memorial teapots. The U. S. Capitol teapot ranges in price from $90.00 to $330.00+. This teapot rarely comes to market .
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Mt. Rushmore Statue of Liberty
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The Mount Rushmore teapot was introduced in 1996 and manufactured in Sri Lanka. The teapot was retired in 2001. It was originally price at $92.00. It is approximately 6 3/8" H and about a 24 oz capacity. In today's market the value is around $70.00 to $135.00.
The Statue of Liberty teapot was introduced in 1994 and made in Taiwan. It measures 8" H and has a 28 oz capacity. It is limited to 5000 units. The price ranges from $15.00 for a pre-owned to $40 for new-in-box. This teapot is the second least desirable by collectors.
The Mount Rushmore teapot was introduced in 1996 and manufactured in Sri Lanka. The teapot was retired in 2001. It was originally price at $92.00. It is approximately 6 3/8" H and about a 24 oz capacity. In today's market the value is around $70.00 to $135.00.
Literary Masters Series
Edgar Allen Poe, Mark Twain and William Shakespeare.
Edgar Allen Poe 67/8
The Edgar Allan Poe teapot was introduced in 1995 and made in Taiwan. It measures 6 5/8" H and has a 16 oz capacity. It is limited to 3500 units. The price ranges from $55.00 for a pre-owned to $138.00.
73/34 Mark Twain 6 1/2" H
73/34 Mark Twain 6 1/2" H
The original price was $88 but price ranges from $45 for a pre-owned to $79. The Mark Twain is part of the Literary Masters Series and limited to a production of 5000. It is the 3rd Edition the Series introduced in 1995. It measures 6 1/2”.
Musical Maestros
The original price was $88 but price ranges from $45 for a pre-owned to $79. The Mark Twain is part of the Literary Masters Series and limited to a production of 5000. It is the 3rd Edition the Series introduced in 1995. It measures 6 1/2”.
Musical Maestros
67/2 Bach 6 1/2" H
67/2 Bach 6 1/2" H
67/43 Beethoven 6 3/4" H
67/43 Beethoven 6 3/4" H
67/17 Mozart 6 3/4" H
67/17 Mozart 6 3/4" H
Metaphysics and Mysticism
73/6 The Wizzard " H
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73/31 Fortune Teller 6 1/2" H
73/31 Fortune Teller 6 1/2" H
The Fortune Teller Teapot is part of the Metaphysics and Mysticism Collection and was introduced in 1995.. This teapot is 6 1/2" H and has a 30 oz capacity. Production was limited to 2500 units and manufactured in Sri Lanka. The price ranges from $50.00 to about $170.
Famous Landmark Around the World
73/8 Roman Colosseum 6" H
The The Colosseum" Teapot is part of the Collector's Series for the the Famous Landmark Around the World Collection in 1995. Its product number is 73/8, has an 18 ounce capacity, measures 6" H and was manufactured in Sri Lanka. Total units produced were 5000.
The original retail price was $90 but recent market prices range from $30 - $275 depending on factors that include condition of teapot and condition of original factory box.
Taj Mahal
Fables & Fairytales
67/3 Old Woman in a Shoe 8 1/8" H
67/3 Old Woman in a Shoe
The Old Woman in a Shoe Teapot is part of the Fables & Fairytales Collection. This teapot is 8 1/8" H and has a 28 oz capacity. Production was limited to 1500 units and manufactured in Taiwan. The price ranges from $50.00 to about $170.
67/13 Bremen Town Minstrels 7 3/4" H
67/13 Bremen Town Minstrels 7 3/4" H
73/36 Red Riding Hood
73/36 Red Riding Hood
67/47 Three Little Pigs 7" H
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