Very unusual hallmarked silver Vinaigrette by David Pettifer hallmarked in Birmingham in the year 1849-Shaped as a violin or chello case.

This would have at one point had a base sponge in it but would not have held a pierced grill we associate with the more common rectangular vinaigrette's.

Condition is not quite perfect...Small gap when closed and a slight tear at the narrower end...Also a very old repair to base interior back seem.

Measures 74x31mm at widest point and weighs 18 grammes.

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