A lovely Victorian solid silver vinaigrette decorated with all Ivy leaf decoration and a ribbon cartouche to the top. The back is unusually decorated with an engraved foliate decoration and a diagonal strip of Greek Key decoration. Ivy leaves symbolise fertility and longevity and silver items decorated with Ivy leaves were commonly given as gifts to a special person or on a significant occasion. This silver vinaigrette was produced by an eminent Victorian silversmith and is a beautiful silver item with great detail. A fantastic piece of collectable Victorian silver.
Assay Office: Birmingham
Maker: Hilliard & Thomason
Date: 1885
Condition -
This silver vinaigrette is in excellent condition without any damage. The hinges are both good with no damage or repair. The vinaigrette closes snugly, hallmarks are good and clear. The decoration is still sharp without any rubbing. A great silver vinaigrette in really nice condition.
Dimensions -
L: 3.25cm D: 2.5cm, H: 1cm