Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
An unusual early 1800's cherry wood nutmeg grater in the shape of a saucepan. The lid unscrews to reveal the grater and the handle at the side unscrews for the grated nutmeg to be shaken out of.
It measures approx 10cm w including the handle x 2.6cm h. Price £365
The egg shaped nutmeg grater is a pocket one, from Tunbridge area with inlay to the top. The grater should unscrew but has been glued at some stage so it can't be removed. Still grates etc Price £95
Opus Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items
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Antique Treen Nutmeg Graters
