Rectangularin vinaigrette in silver with the engraved monogram EW

A rectangular pendant in sterling silver with a delicately engraved monogram, EW. It opens to reveal a hinged grille and a gilt-silver interior. Hallmarked Birmingham, 1783, silversmithr’s mark illegible.
Period
18th century

Country

UK, 1783

Material

silver or vermeil or gold

Size

2,5 cm

COD.

1155

Labels

antique scent bottles

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