Birmingham 1819 by Matthew Linwood A George III sterling silver vinaigrette

Of rectangular form with a chased foliate thumbpiece, engraved decoration, gilt interior with a hinged pierced grill of latticework. Birmingham 1834 by Ledsam & Vale, reeded decoration. Together with another example, plain, London 1821 by T?. (3)

Longest - 3.1 cm / 1.5 inches

Weight – 35 grams / 1.13 ozt

Provenance:

Collection of Elizabeth Vere Drummond Birdwood, 1st Baroness Birdwood (1909 – 1997), daughter of Sir George Drummond Ogilvie (1882-1966) who was in the Indian Political Service. From 14 October 1932 to April 1937, he was responsible for the administration of the former province of British India, Ajmer-Merwara, as Chief Commissioner. Thence by descent.