Antique Silver Gilt Victorian Vinaigrette Birmingham 1857 Edward Smith

19th century

Sold by Queens Antiques and Collectables

Description

A Victorian Sterling Silver and gilt Vinaigrette by Edward Smith, Birmingham 1857

A stunning Victorian silver gilt vinaigrette, of rectangular form with curved edge and beautifully engraved on all sides.

The hinged cover opens to reveal a gilt interior, with floral pierced hinged grille, fully hallmarked to the interior. Blank circular cartouche to lid.

Measuring 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm and weighs approximately 17.2 grams.

In very good antique condition, hallmarks are good, gilding is still bright. The exterior of the vinaigrette is very good. There is wear /scratch marks to the inside base where it’s been used.

Physical Dimensions

Height

3.5cm (1.38")

Width

2.5cm (0.98")

Declaration

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

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1209805

Dealers Notes

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Description

A Victorian Sterling Silver and gilt Vinaigrette by Edward Smith, Birmingham 1857

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A stunning Victorian silver gilt vinaigrette, of rectangular form with curved edge and beautifully engraved on all sides.

Queens Antiques and Collectables

fig 1. Antique Silver Gilt Victorian Vinaigrette Birmingham 1857 Edward Smith

The hinged cover opens to reveal a gilt interior, with floral pierced hinged grille, fully hallmarked to the interior. Blank circular cartouche to lid.

Measuring 3.5 cm x 2.5 cm and weighs approximately 17.2 grams.

In very good antique condition, hallmarks are good, gilding is still bright. The exterior of the vinaigrette is very good. There is wear /scratch marks to the inside base where it’s been used.