Fine Silver - 24th October 2017
Lot 273
An early 19th century Scottish silver-mounted agate vinaigrette
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £280
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Description
An early 19th century Scottish silver-mounted agate vinaigrette,
unmarked, circa 1820,
rounded rectangular form, reeded sides, agate cover and base, the hinged cover opens to reveal an unmarked silver-gilt grille, pierced and engraved with thistles, (hinge a.f), length 4.8cm, plus an 18th century silver-gilt and coloured glass box, the cover with a simulated blue and brown hardstone panel, the interior with two compartments with hinged covers, the inside of the cover set with a mirror, length 6.8cm. (2)