Miniature Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Birmingham 1859

Description

Heading : Sterling silver miniature vinaigrette
Date : Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1859 for Alfred Taylor
Period : Victoria
Origin : Birmingham. England
Decoration : Chased foliate design. parcel gilt interior with naturalistic grille
Size :  1.4×1.2×0.5cm
Condition : Excellent
Restoration : None
Weight :  5 grams

One of the smallest miniature vinaigrettes we have ever seen. the mastery of the Birmingham silversmiths of the mid 19th century cannot be overstated.