Lot 628 , An engraved silver vinaigrette (possibly J. Wilmore), 5 circular silver boxes, nutmeg grater, stamp case, sovereign case, patch box, ch

An early Victorian engraved silver vinaigrette, J. Wilmore, Birmingham, 183, five circular silver boxes, nutmeg grater, stamp case, sovereign case, patch box, cheroot-holder case, a small button hook and a small hinged case.
Estimate £150-200

Patch box- Base a little mis-shapen arond the rim, causing the lid to not shut flush with the base. No holes to the lid. Hallmarks clear but with some minor rubbing.
Nutmeg grater- Stamped SM to interior of the base. Base rim is out of shape making it impossible for it to screw in with the base. Grater is very rusty. Top of lid is quite dented in places and there is a small split which appears to have been repaired from the inside.
Vinaigrette- Engine turned decoration on the lid a little worn. Bale later added?? Sponge present but quite worn. Hallmarks clear, but with some rubbing to the maker's mark.
Sovereign case- Numerous surface scratches around the circumference and a small dent. Engine turned decoration on both sides showing signs of wear. Opens and shuts and the spring works. Hallmarks clear.


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Sold for £360