1818 George III Birmingham John Bettridge sterling relief rose vinaigrette

Description

Description:
One 1818 George III Birmingham John Bettridge sterling pocket vinaigrette.
Markings:
Assay office
: Anchor (Birmingham)
Content mark:
Lion (on the underside of the grille)
Reign mark:
None
Date mark:
"u" (1818)
Maker's mark:
"IB" in rectangle
This vinaigrette features a blooming rose in relief on the front cover, along with finely chased supporting decoration. It comes with a piece of sponge, but does not appear to be used. It is quite clean underneath the grille. The box hinge and grille hinge both work fine. Box opens and closes properly. One dent on the right corner of the top lid. Light scratches on the surface.Overall this vinaigrette is in excellent condition.
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) :
28x21x6.
Overall weight: 7.7 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.