Title: Early Victorian Solid Silver Vinaigrette by Francis Clark 1842
Description: Early Victorian Solid Silver Vinaigrette – Francis Clark, Birmingham 1842

A fine-quality early Victorian silver vinaigrette by Francis Clark, hallmarked for Birmingham 1842.

Of rectangular form with engine-turned decoration and vacant cartouche to the lid. The interior is richly gilded, with a detailed floral pierced grille. Clearly hallmarked to both lid and base with maker’s mark FC for Francis Clark, lion passant, Birmingham anchor, and date letter t for 1842.

A good example of 19th-century English silver, attractive both for collectors and as a personal gift.

Date: 1842

Origin: English, Birmingham

Maker: Francis Clark

Dimensions: 2.5 cm x 2 cm x 1 cm

Weight: 10.1 grams

Condition: Good antique condition. Minor wear to gilding and slight play in the hinge.
Condition: Used
Delivery/collection options: this lot is available for collection in person or delivery via courier
Location: WR1
Category: Antiques