VINTAGE Revere Copper Kettle 6 Quart with Brass Handle Mounts and Bakelite Grip

This large vintage Revere copper kettle holds a gallon and a half. It has a long curved spout, a swing-up handle with a black Bakelite grip, and a lift-off lid.

✨ Why It’s Special

Look closely at the brass handle mounts and you’ll see REVERE stamped into them. Between the size and the heavy mineral buildup inside, it looks like this kettle spent a good part of its life heating water. I’ve left the dark copper patina intact so you can see those years of use.

📦 What’s Included

You’ll receive the copper kettle with its attached swing-up handle and the lid shown in the photos.

📏 Size & Details

The kettle holds approximately 1½ gallons, or 6 quarts. See the ruler photo for its overall proportions with the handle raised.

💛 Condition

I left the copper patina intact and scrubbed away the loose deposits inside. A thick, hard layer of mineral scale remains. The underside of the lid appears to be tinned, but the scale makes it difficult to tell whether the kettle itself is lined or what condition the lining might be in.

I’m offering it as a decorative piece, though you might consider it for humidification or other non-potable water heating. Given the condition of the interior, I do not suggest using it to heat water for drinking, cooking, or anything else you plan to consume.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

This is the kind of kettle that can hold its own on a hearth or a deep kitchen shelf. The curved spout and dark copper give it a warm, well-used look, and the little Revere stamps are a detail you’ll enjoy pointing out when someone asks about it.

🚚 Shipping

Shipping included in the US.