A George III novelty silver purse vinaigrette

A George III novelty silver purse vinaigrette,

by John Lawrence & Co., Birmingham 1818,

rectangular form, engraved decoration and with a simulated strap cover and acorn motif, the gilded interior with a pierced and engraved foliate scroll grille, length 3cm, plus another George III novelty silver purse vinaigrette, by Ledsam & Vale, Birmingham 1819, rectangular form, engraved decoration and with a simulated strap cover, the gilded interior with a plain pierced grille, and also initialled, length 2.3cm, approx. weight 0.6oz. (2)

Provenance: A Private Collection.