George III Silver Nutmeg Grater 1796

A rare GEORGIAN SILVER NUTMEG GRATER made by Phipps and Robinson in 1796.

Of plain cylindrical form, the flip-up lid opens to reveal the metal grater which has space behind to hold your nutmegs.

A small family armorial of a previous owner is engraved to the lid and this superb Silver Nutmeg Grater is in excellent condition (See condition report below) despite being almost 230 years old.

(Nutmeg was associated with drinking punch in the late 17th and 18th century. It was fashionable for men to carry nutmeg in a pocket-sized silver container with a grater to add freshly grated nutmeg to punch.

During the 17th / 18th century, Nutmeg was a highly valued spice due to its relative scarcity and its many uses. It was used in cooking, as well as for religious, ritual, and medical purposes. In the late 18th century, Nutmeg was being sold at 85-90 shillings per pound. Inflated to today’s prices that is the equivalent of £23 - £25,000 per pound !!!)

Dimensions:

Length – 2.5” (63mm) / Diameter – 1.25” (32mm)

Weight – 55gm / 1.76ozt

Condition:

All of the items we have for sale are antiques i.e. they are more than 100 years old (unless otherwise stated) and have therefore been used and preloved. As such they will have age and usage related marks. Where an item has minor faults or imperfections these are noted below:

Used / Excellent

There are no repairs.

Minor crimp to base – nothing much but mentioned for accuracy.

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