Description

A fine quality antique William IV solid sterling silver vinaigrette. Rectangular shaped body with smooth concaved sides, beautiful bright cut hand chased foliate decoration on the top surrounded by a foliate decorated repoussé border. Hand chased foliate decoration on the underside & a rectangular monogrammed cartouche on the top. Nice tight fitting hinged lid which when opened reveals the internal hinged filigree sponge holder. Fully hallmarked on the inside bottom & lid. lovely clean example from the fine quality maker of these vinaigrette's. 

Maker

Nathaniel Mills

Birmingham, England.

Assay Office

Birmingham

Date

1837

Weight

12.19 grams

Dimensions

32mm x 22mm x 9mm

Condition.

Excellent condition with light surface marks that are consistent with genuine age, use & polishing.