Lot 794
A George III silver vinaigrette of oblong form, with a grid and quatrefoil pattern lid, a three...
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Lot 794
A George III silver vinaigrette of oblong form, with a grid and quatrefoil pattern lid, a three...
Lot 794
Lot Description
A George III silver vinaigrette of oblong form, with a grid and quatrefoil pattern lid, a three leafed branch engraved to the underside, opening to a gilded interior with a diamond pierced grille, hallmarked William Lea & Co, Birmingham 1812. Together with a Victorian oblong vinaigrette with engine turned decoration, a vacant trefoil cartouche, a gilded interior with a scroll engraved hinged grille, hallmarked James Fenton, Birmingham 1869. Lengths both 2.1 cm, combined gross weight 10.3 grams.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Both vinaigrettes display general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. More wear around the edges and corners to both and to gilding. Also some minor dints and bumps. Also some loss of surface detail to decoration, especially on the Victorian example. Some small solder patches visible on the Georgian example, especially a circular patch in the middle of one end. Hinges on both are in working order, including grille hinges. Some slight rubbing to hallmarks but they are all still clear and legible.
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