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19th C Silver Vinaigrette by Nathaniel Mills
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19th C Silver Vinaigrette by Nathaniel Mills

19th century
Sold 25 September 2025 · Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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Description

A Silver Vinaigrette with a hinged cover.

The cover with a slightly rounded raised rim, decorated with flowers and fruits, enclosing a centre of spreading leaves, surrounding a hatch bordered centre. The concave profile sides of the vinaigrette meeting the slightly rounded base, decorated with a flower, within a hatch and rocaille border. The interior in silver gilt, with a hinged internal cover with venting holes set amongst flowers. The vinaigrette still with the scent pad.

Hallmarked for Nathaniel Mills, circa 1830.

Height 3/8 inch, 0.8cm.

Width 1 inch, 2.5cm.

Depth 3/4 inch, 1.7cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
0.8cm (0.31")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
1.7cm (0.67")
Declaration

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Antique Silver Vinaigrette to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161482
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Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A Silver Vinaigrette with a hinged cover.
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The cover with a slightly rounded raised rim, decorated with flowers and fruits, enclosing a centre of spreading leaves, surrounding a hatch bordered centre.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

The concave profile sides of the vinaigrette meeting the slightly rounded base, decorated with a flower, within a hatch and rocaille border. The interior in silver gilt, with a hinged internal cover with venting holes set amongst flowers. The vinaigrette still with the scent pad.

Hallmarked for Nathaniel Mills, circa 1830.

Height 3/8 inch, 0.8cm.

Width 1 inch, 2.5cm.

Depth 3/4 inch, 1.7cm.

Height
0.8cm (0.31")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
1.7cm (0.67")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Antique Silver Vinaigrette to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161482
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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Archive I A small, rectangular antique silver vinaigrette with chased floral ornamentation on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th C Silver Vinaigrette by Nathaniel Mills

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Location
Atcham (just off J7 of M54)
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mytton
Verified Since May 2008
Items For Sale 152
Items Sold 4,448
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Verified Since May 2008
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Location: Atcham (just off J7 of M54), Shrewsbury, Shropshire , SY4 4UH, United Kingdom
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A small, rectangular antique silver vinaigrette with chased floral ornamentation on the lid.
19TH C SILVER VINAIGRETTE BY NATHANIEL MILLS
Ref: SA1161482
A small, rectangular antique silver vinaigrette with chased floral ornamentation on the lid.
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  • ObjectBoxes and Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsChased floral border, Engraved geometric lid, Hinged lid, Pierced internal grille
  • SizeH 0.8 cm (0 in) x W 2.5 cm (1 in) x D 1.7 cm (1 in)

A vinaigrette is a small personal container used in the 18th and 19th centuries to hold a sponge soaked in aromatic vinegar, which was used to mask unpleasant odours or revive someone feeling faint.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as casting, repousse, chasing, and engine turning, featuring a hinged exterior lid and an internal pierced grille.

Authentic pieces generally feature clear British hallmark stamps including the makers mark, sterling standard mark, duty mark, and town assay office mark, alongside period-appropriate hand-engraved detailing.

These small collectables can be displayed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or glass-topped coffee table as curated accent pieces that add historic character and metallic contrast to a room.

Preserve silver items by storing them in low-humidity environments, handling them with clean hands or cotton gloves, and cleaning them infrequently using non-abrasive silver cloths without harsh chemical dips.
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