Sold 26 October 2024 · Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

This “Georgian Silver Vinaigrette John Bettridge” found a buyer.

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Description

Here we have a very good quality solid silver Georgian vinaigrette with fully working grill and hinges and in very good condition, hallmarked for Birmingham 1824 and John Bettridge and weighing 19g.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Georgian Silver Vinaigrette to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions

Width

3.8cm (1.50")

Depth

2.8cm (1.10")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA928593

Dealers Internal Reference

5811

Dealers Notes

We are more than happy to ship items abroad and ask you to contact us prior to purchasing to obtain a quote which will include professional packaging of your item, we will endeavour to ship your item as economically as possible, within the UK items will be posted using the Royal Mail and carry a tracking number.

Description

Here we have a very good quality solid silver Georgian vinaigrette with fully working grill and hinges and in very good condition, hallmarked for Birmingham 1824 and John Bettridge and weighing 19g.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Georgian Silver Vinaigrette to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions

Width

3.8cm (1.50")

Depth

2.8cm (1.10")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA928593

Dealers Internal Ref

5811

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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

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An open antique silver vinaigrette with an internal pierced floral grille and hallmarks visible on the inner lid.

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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471

Location

26 Market Street
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/terrierantiques

Verified Since Nov 2021

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectBoxes & Cases
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialSterling Silver, Gilt
ColourGold
MotifsFloral engraving, Pierced grille, Hinged lid, Full hallmarks
SizeW 3.8 cm (1 in) x D 2.8 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A vinaigrette is a small pocket-sized container from the Georgian era featuring an internal perforated grill, traditionally used to hold a sponge soaked in vinegar or aromatics to mask unpleasant odours.

These items were typically crafted from sterling silver, often with a gilt interior to protect the metal from the corrosive effects of the vinegar, and decorated using techniques such as engine-turning, repousse, or pierced hand-engraving.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hallmarks for the assay office, makers mark, and standard sterling mark, as well as checking the quality of the interior pierced grill and the precision of the hinge and clasp mechanism.

These small collectable items can be displayed on a dedicated bookshelf, inside a glass-topped tabletop cabinet, or styled on a desk to showcase their intricate metalwork as a focal point.

Preservation requires storing items in a dry, tarnish-resistant environment and cleaning them sparingly with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage the delicate gilt interior and antique patina.