Victorian Novelty Silver & Hardstone ""Snuff Mull"" Vinaigrette

James Fenton, Birmingham 1899
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A Victorian novelty silver Vinaigrette formed as a snuff mull, mostly plain with a band of applied decoration below the lid, attached suspension ring and chain, the lid engraved and set with various coloured hardstones in a cruciform design, opening with a stand-away hinge and thumb-piece to a silver gilt interior including a pull-out pierced grille with flower head design and attached ring.

By James Fenton, Birmingham, 1899

Sold - P.O.A.

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
50 mm (1.97 inches)
W
43 mm (1.69 inches)
D
20 mm (0.79 inches)
Weight
22.00 Grams (0.71 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
MSC232
Medium
Silver & Hardstone