Technical Description 

A Georgian silver vinaigrette with a beautifully gilded and pierced foliate grille. Fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1819 and with the makers mark ‘IT’ for Joseph Taylor. The top cartouche holds the monogram letters MAB engraved in fine Victorian script and surrounded by foliate decoration and a star to the underside. There is a hanging loop attached to wear as a pendant.

Accompanied by its original perfume-scented pad under the grille.

Date & Origin 

Birmingham, England, 1819.

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. The hinges are in full working order.

Dimensions 

Height: 3.4 cm x 2.3 cm (excluding the hanging loop)
Diameter: 1 cm

Historical Context

We have included an additional image for context showing the original illustrated trade card for Joseph Taylor’s business. The symbolic imagery shows connections with shipping and overseas trading, also highlighting his craftsmanship in gold and silver jewellery boxes, watches and other metalworks.