George III Large Oval Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Bham 1798 Ford & Slater Rare

Name: George III Large Oval Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Bham 1798 Ford & Slater *Rare*
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1187060
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Queens Antiques and Collectables

Description

A very nice, early, and larger than normal, Georgian Sterling Silver and gilt Vinaigrette hallmarked for Birmingham 1798 by rare makers Ford & Slater.

Opening to reveal a gilded pierced grille, underneath the grille is the sponge. Very nice starburst engraving to the lid, initials to the cartouche.

A quality piece of Georgian silver from a rare maker, whose items are scarce and don’t come to the market often.

Measuring approximately 4 cm x 3cm x 1.5 cm and weighs 18.7 grams.

In very good antique condition, hallmarks are good, internal gilding good, initials engraved to cartouche, a few small dings & scratches, usual signs of wear commensurate of age and use.

Physical Dimensions

Height

4cm (1.57")

Width

3cm (1.18")

Depth

1.5cm (0.59")

Declaration

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

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1187060

Dealers Notes

UK MAINLAND DELIVERY: Free of Charge via Royal Mail Special Delivery or Royal Mail Tracked 24 depending on the value of the item purchased.

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Description

A very nice, early, and larger than normal, Georgian Sterling Silver and gilt Vinaigrette hallmarked for Birmingham 1798 by rare makers Ford & Slater.

Opening to reveal a gilded pierced grille, underneath the grille is the sponge. Very nice starburst engraving to the lid, initials to the cartouche.

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A quality piece of Georgian silver from a rare maker, whose items are scarce and don’t come to the market often.

Queens Antiques and Collectables

fig 1. George III Large Oval Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Bham 1798 Ford & Slater *RARE* — fig 1. George III Large Oval Silver Gilt Vinaigrette Bham 1798 Ford & Slater *Rare*

Measuring approximately 4 cm x 3cm x 1.5 cm and weighs 18.7 grams.

In very good antique condition, hallmarks are good, internal gilding good, initials engraved to cartouche, a few small dings & scratches, usual signs of wear commensurate of age and use.