George III Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Vinaigrette
Joseph Willmore, Birmingham 1809
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A fine and rare George III silver mounted cowrie shell Vinaigrette of the genus 'Cypraea Arabica', of shaped oval elliptical form, the silver gilt interior with finely pierced quatrefoil and diaper grille.
By Joseph Willmore, Birmingham, 1809
Sold - £2,200.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair, a minor natural fault to the shell surface on one side.
Dimensions
H
20 mm
(0.79 inches)
W
33 mm
(1.30 inches)
D
26 mm
(1.02 inches)
Weight
16.00 Grams
(0.51 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
NS260514F
Medium
Silver
Literature
See: Silver Boxes. By Eric Delieb, page 112, plate 177 where this actual Vinaigrette is illustrated.
