George III Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Birmingham 1819 Postans & Tye

18th century

Sold by Queens Antiques and Collectables

Description

A very nice Georgian Sterling Silver and gilt Vinaigrette hallmarked for Birmingham 1819 by makers William Postans & George Tye. They were registered in 1819 so this is a very early piece of theirs.

Opening to reveal a gilded flower head pierced grille. The exterior with roundels / bubble design to the lid & a beautifully engraved flowerhead design to the base.

Measuring 2.8 cm x 2 cm and weighs 8.7 grams.

In very good antique condition, internal gilding still good, hallmarks good, vacant cartouche, a few small dings & scratches all commensurate of age and use.

Physical Dimensions

Height

2.8cm (1.10")

Width

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1180184

Dealers Notes

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Description

A very nice Georgian Sterling Silver and gilt Vinaigrette hallmarked for Birmingham 1819 by makers William Postans & George Tye. They were registered in 1819 so this is a very early piece of theirs.

Opening to reveal a gilded flower head pierced grille.

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The exterior with roundels / bubble design to the lid & a beautifully engraved flowerhead design to the base.

Queens Antiques and Collectables

fig 1. George III Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Birmingham 1819 Postans & Tye

Measuring 2.8 cm x 2 cm and weighs 8.7 grams.

In very good antique condition, internal gilding still good, hallmarks good, vacant cartouche, a few small dings & scratches all commensurate of age and use.