1818 George III Birmingham Joseph Willmore handbag sterling vinaigrette w chain

Description

Description:
One 1818 George III Birmingham Joseph Willmore  sterling pocket vinaigrette.
Markings:
Assay office
: Anchor (Birmingham)
Content mark:
Lion (Sterling)
Reign mark:
George
Date mark:
"u" (1818)
Maker's mark:
"JW" in oval
This vinaigrette is in handbag shape with chain. The grille features pierced and chased floral pattern. It comes with a piece of sponge. The box hinge and grille hinge both work fine. When the lid closes, it stays slight ajar. Some light dents. Light scratches on the surface.There is light sign of usage underneath the grille.
This vinaigrette came from a large collection of antique vinaigrettes and nutmeg graters I found in a local estate sale. The owner kindly presented prior receipts, from which I learnt that the collection was acquired from various jewelers and antique dealers in the last 25 years.
Measurement:
Measured in metrics (mm) :
30x25x12, chain: 70
.
Overall weight: 16.6 grams
.
Please see picture for the relative size comparing with a penny.
Condition:
Pre owned antique collectables. See description section for details. Sold as it is found. Please ask any question you may have before bidding
Shipping:
Will be packed carefully. I won't ship to P.O box, please provide street address for shipping.