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Lot 419

Lot 419

A George III silver vinaigrette & a late Victorian silver and...

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Lot 419

Lot Description

A George III silver vinaigrette (a/f), of oblong hinged form with a fruit bowl upon a plinth to the top and engraved initials verso, opening to reveal a silver-gilt interior with a pierced grille. Hallmarked Birmingham 1810, maker's mark possibly John Thropp, width measures 2.8 cm. Together with a late Victorian silver and mother-of-pearl folding fruit knife, hallmarked Sheffield 1898. Gross weight of vinaigrette 9 grams. (2).

Export issue: Yes

Postage: Postable

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

In fair condition, the lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. The pierced grille is not attached to the interior hinge, possible later replacement, appears unmarked. The main hinge appears loose with some sideways movement, the case shuts but not fully secure. The fruit knife has a silver blade and mother-of-pearl handle which has a vacant cartouche and carved decoration, the tip of the blade is slightly bent and difficult to fold out, the silver also appears quite thin. Hallmarks worn on the vinaigrette but still legible, others clear and legible. This lot may have export issues, for customers outside of the EU, please note that it is the buyers responsibility to adhere to any import/export requirements.

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