Description
A fine quality antique William IV solid sterling silver vinaigrette. Rectangular shaped body with smooth concaved sides, beautiful bright cut hand chased foliate decoration on the top surrounded by a foliate decorated repoussé border. Hand chased foliate decoration on the underside & a rectangular monogrammed cartouche on the top. Nice tight fitting hinged lid which when opened reveals the internal hinged filigree sponge holder. Fully hallmarked on the inside bottom & lid. lovely clean example from the fine quality maker of these vinaigrette's. 
 
Maker
Nathaniel Mills
Birmingham, England.
 
Assay Office
Birmingham
 
Date
1837
 
Weight
12.19 grams
 
Dimensions
32mm x 22mm x 9mm
 
Condition.
Excellent condition with light surface marks that are consistent with genuine age, use & polishing.