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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette 1861
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette 1861

19th century
Description

This is a super antique Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette hallmarked for Birmingham 1861 with the silversmiths mark for Edward Smith.

It measures 1 1/4" (3 cms) across x 3/4" (2 cms) and is in super condition with no damage at all.

It has a hinged lid which opens to reveal the silver gilt grille which has lovely decoration.

There are no inscriptions or monograms and it weighs 14 grams / 0.45 troy oz.

This vinaigrette will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
0.5cm (0.20")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Vinaigrette Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228087
Dealers Internal Reference
1019
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Description
This is a super antique Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette hallmarked for Birmingham 1861 with the silversmiths mark for Edward Smith.

It measures 1 1/4" (3 cms) across x 3/4" (2 cms) and is in super condition with no damage at all.

fig 1. A small rectangular Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette box featuring intricate foliate engraving and a serpentine outline.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette 1861

It has a hinged lid which opens to reveal the silver gilt grille which has lovely decoration.

There are no inscriptions or monograms and it weighs 14 grams / 0.45 troy oz.

This vinaigrette will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Height
0.5cm (0.20")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Vinaigrette Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1228087
Dealers Internal Ref
1019
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

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A small rectangular Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette box featuring intricate foliate engraving and a serpentine outline.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vinaigrette 1861
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  • ObjectBoxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFoliate scrollwork, Serpentine outline, Unengraved cartouche
  • SizeH 0.5 cm (0 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

This Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette box originates from Birmingham 1861 by silversmith Edward Smith. The small rectangular container displays a polished silver finish with a serpentine outline, a hinged lid, and an unengraved cartouche. Elaborate foliate scrollwork covers the top surface alongside decorative cast corner details and scalloped moulding along the lower body. Measuring 0.5 cm high, 3 cm wide, and 2.5 cm deep, the piece sits neatly upon a bedside table or within a gentleman's library display. The interior holds a silver gilt grille with ornamental piercing designed to retain a scented sponge. This compact antique suits a collector of small silver or serves as a refined display item for a dressing table.

FAQs

A vinaigrette was a small, pocket-sized container designed to hold a sponge soaked in aromatic vinegar or perfume. During the nineteenth century, these objects were carried to counteract noxious public odours and to revive individuals feeling faint.

Victorian vinaigrettes were crafted from sterling silver and frequently featured gilded interiors to protect the metal from acidic vinegar. Construction involved hand-engraving, die-stamping, and intricate hand-piercing on the internal hinged grill.

Authentic British examples feature full hallmark sets including the lion passant for sterling purity, a monarchs head duty mark, a city mark, an date letter, and a makers mark. Additionally, genuine pieces possess an internal hinged, pierced grill covering the sponge compartment.

These small decorative silver pieces function well when styled on a bedroom dressing table tray, arranged inside a glass collectors cabinet, or displayed on a gentlemans valet tray.

Clean gently using a dry, soft silver-polishing cloth, taking care not to push polish into the fine detailing or internal grill. Store in a dry environment inside anti-tarnish fabric to limit oxidisation over time.
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