Lot 792
Two George IV silver vinaigrettes of oblong form, the first with scrolling foliate engraving...
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Lot 792
Two George IV silver vinaigrettes.
Lot 792
Lot Description
Two George IV silver vinaigrettes of oblong form, the first with scrolling foliate engraving surrounding a vacant oval cartouche, with floral border, ribbed sides to the cross hatch engraved base, hallmarked John Bettridge, Birmingham 1824, the other with engine turned decoration and central initialled rectangular cartouche to the lid, scrolling shaped opening, hallmarked Joseph Bettridge, Birmingham 1829, both opening to reveal silver-gilt interiors with foliate scroll pierced grilles. Lengths of vinaigrettes respectively 3.2 cm and 3 cm, gross combined weight 28.9 grams.
Postage: Auction Default
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Condition Report
Both vinaigrettes display general surface scratches, contact marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. More wear around the edges and corners of both and some slight loss of surface detail. Some minor dints, bumps and nicks to both, also wear to gilding. The hinges on the 1824 example are in working order, however it does not close tightly so that a gap is visible all the way round. The hinges and clasp on the other vinaigrette are in working order and it closes tightly. Some rubbing to hallmarks but they are all still clear and legible.
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