A William IV sterling silver vinaigrette, London 1835 by Joseph Perkins II (reg. March 1834)

Of rectangular form with a chased edge the lid with a vacant rectangular cartouche otherwise with engine turned decoration. The gilt interior with a hinged pierced grill of a finely engraved foliate scroll. Fully marked to the base, part-marks to the lid, lion passant to the grill.

Length – 3.8 cm / 1.4 inches

Weight – 24 grams / 0.77 ozt