Silver Victorian Vinaigrette

A fine little vinaigrette with a castle top and and an image of the Scott Monument expertly engraved to the reverse. The lid is decorated with scrolls which surround a clean cartouche. The interior is gilded as is the beautifully designed grille. Pleasingly the original sponge can be found underneath the grille. The piece hallmarked for Birmingham 1849 and by Edward Smith. - Scott Monument engraved - Original Sponge intact - Early Victorian - By Edward Smith - Highly Collectable The piece is in good condition with only age related signs of wear. Age: 1849 Material: Silver Origin: British Height: 1cm Depth: 5cm Width: 2cm Weight: 21 grams Newark Antiques & Interiors, Kelham Rd, Newark Ng24 1BX Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8.30 - 17.00 Sat/Sun 10.00 - 16.00