Large Georgian Silver Egg Nutmeg Grater Samuel Meriton

Name: Large Georgian Silver Egg Nutmeg Grater Samuel Meriton
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA476949
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by The Fancy Fox

Description

Charming and unusually large 18th century egg shape silver nutmeg grater, c.1775. Threaded lid opens to reveal pull out steel grater. Marked inside to the lid with the initials for Samuel Meriton which is usual for this maker and period. Monogrammed to the lid.

It measures 2" long by 1 1/4" wide and weighs 28 grams. Condition is very good; there are a few very light and shallow dints only. Light surface wear, the thread is good and smooth, the grater is a bit stiff to get out but does come with a little encouragement.

Physical Dimensions

Height

5cm (1.97")

Width

3cm (1.18")

Depth

3cm (1.18")

Declaration

The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA476949

Dealers Internal Reference

FA0406

Dealers Notes

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Description

Charming and unusually large 18th century egg shape silver nutmeg grater, c.1775. Threaded lid opens to reveal pull out steel grater.

“

Marked inside to the lid with the initials for Samuel Meriton which is usual for this maker and period.

The Fancy Fox

Monogrammed to the lid.

fig 1. Large Georgian Silver Egg Nutmeg Grater Samuel Meriton

It measures 2" long by 1 1/4" wide and weighs 28 grams. Condition is very good; there are a few very light and shallow dints only. Light surface wear, the thread is good and smooth, the grater is a bit stiff to get out but does come with a little encouragement.

Physical Dimensions

Height

5cm (1.97")

Width

3cm (1.18")

Depth

3cm (1.18")

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA476949