George IV Hallmarked Silver Vinaigrette Edward Smith Birmingham 1830

George IV Hallmarked Silver Vinaigrette Edward Smith Birmingham 1830A George IV hallmarked silver vinaigrette by Edward Smith. This silver vinaigrette has an unusual engraved decoration with a central cartouche and border. The decoration is really crisp and still sharp with minimal wear. The base is engraved with a simpler more traditional design. The grille is decorative but fairly simple in design. The hallmarks inside the lid and base are clear. By a well established and one of the most renowned silversmiths of the

otherwise the glass is free from damage

A really beautiful example of an piece of collectable silver from the Edwardian period

This is a decorative Victorian silver vinaigrette with an engine turned decorative top

The inside has a gilt wash finish which is in incredible condition for its age

The lid self closes using the top of the envelope (not the front) to press the pin into place

Length: 10cm

Maker:  David Richards & Sons

There is one very small dent in the cartouche

Very realistically modelled and decorated this pepperette is lovely

hunting or shooting

Used - very good with some very light surface marks due to polishing and age

An unusual shape this is a lovely quality silver vesta to add to a collection