The Davis Milk Boiler Ceramic by Gradley (KIT-086)

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The Davis Milk Boiler Ceramic by Gradley – Patent No. 205434 England (KIT-086)

A vintage ceramic Davis Milk Boiler by Gradley, featuring a Patent No. 205434 England marking. Designed as a traditional milk boiler or pot minder, this ceramic kitchen accessory reflects an earlier era of practical household kitchenware. It stops milk, custard and all liquids boiling over. These milk savers were primarily manufactured and sold during the 1920s and 1930s. 

Material: ceramic
Age: approx 1930s
Marking: The Davis milk boiler, This side up, manufactured in England, under Leyfield’s Patent 205434, Gradley Ltd London
Size: approx 92mm
Origin: England

Google on history of milk saver: A milk saver, also known as a milk watcher or pot watcher, is a device placed in a pot to prevent milk from boiling over. These devices, often ceramic or metal discs, work by breaking up the bubbles that form during boiling, thus preventing the milk from overflowing. They were popular in the early to mid-20th century, especially before the widespread adoption of microwave ovens.
The milk saver, can be used for boiling water, though its primary purpose is to prevent milk from boiling over.

Wikipedia explains the history and uses of the Milk Watcher.

Video how to use the milk watcher.

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