Silver - 27th July 2005

Lot 595

A George III nutmeg grater of oval tubular section

Estimate £300 - £400 | Hammer £80

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Description

A George III nutmeg grater of oval tubular section, with a hinged cover and side, (revealing a steel grater) decorated with engraved border work and crested below the motto 'FORTITUDINE' unmarked, probably Scottish. c.1790, 2.7in (6.8cm) long, 15oz.