George III silver nutmeg grater
George III silver nutmeg grater
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Reference
5227
A Georgian silver nutmeg grater, oval in form with bands of brightcut engraving and a central cartouche with monogram. The lid opens to reveal the original steel grater and the base has a flush-hinged opening to allow storage of the nutmeg.
It was made in 1789 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson of London and is hallmarked on the lid, body and base.
Dimensions:
Height
23 mm / 1"
Width
51 mm
/ 2 "
Depth
31 mm
/ 1 "
Weight
46 g (1.48 troy ozs)
Year
1789
Place
London
EXHIBITIONS
LAPADA 2019
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