AC Silver has dated this Victorian Silver Nutmeg Grater to the 1850s.
The cover and body of this antique silver nutmeg grater are embellished with details reproducing the shell's natural exterior.
The hinged hallmarked anterior cover of the Victorian silver nutmeg grater opens to reveal the steel grating grille/rasp, fitted to a hallmarked sterling silver rim.
The interior rim of the cover bears the contemporary engraved inscription 'J. McMenomy'; this could be professionally removed upon request.
This highly desirable nutmeg grater is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
This Victorian silver nutmeg grater is a refined fragment of dining history, crafted for the fresh grating of spice at table or in travel. Both charming and collectable, it makes a distinctive gift for culinary enthusiasts, cocktail aficionados and admirers of finely made silver.
Condition
This antique silver nutmeg grater is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The cast decoration is all very crisp; the piece has seen little to no use.
Full hallmarks to the rim of the body and sleeve of the cover all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from this fine example of Victorian silverware.
Dimensions
Length 4.1cm/1.61'
Width 3.1cm/1.22'
Height 3.1cm/1.22'
Weight
0.7 troy ounces/22.7g (including steel grille)
Maker: Hilliard & Thomason
Date: 1858
Origin: Birmingham, England
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AC Silver has dated this Victorian Silver Nutmeg Grater to the 1850s.
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Nutmeg Grater (1858)
