An early Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette, Birmingham 1839 by Taylor and Perry

An early Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette, Birmingham 1839 by Taylor and Perry

Of rectangular form, with engine turned decoration, the lid with a rectangular cartouche engraved with initials HR in cursive script. The gilt interior with a hinged pierced and engraved grill of foliate scrolls and rosettes. Fully marked, the grill with maker’s mark only.

Length – 3.7 cm / 1.5 inches

Weight – 20 grams / 0.64 ozt