Victorian Antique Silver Balmoral Castle Vinaigrette
NATHANIEL MILLS, Birmingham 1851 - 1852
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An extremely rare Victorian silver Vinaigrette of elongated shaped rectangular form, the base with bands of engraved decoration surrounding a cartouche engraved with contemporary initials. The lid engraved with a rare view of Balmoral Castle from across the river Dee. The silver gilt interior with foliate scroll pierced grille.
By Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham, 1851-2
Sold - £3,500.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
9 mm
(0.35 inches)
W
48 mm
(1.89 inches)
D
28 mm
(1.10 inches)
Weight
20.00 Grams
(0.64 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS160415
Medium
Silver
Literature
This is an early view of Balmoral, prior to the improvements commissioned by Prince Albert which began in 1853.
