A very fine George III Pocket Nutmeg Grater made in London in 1798 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.
A very fine George III Pocket Nutmeg Grater made in London in 1798 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.
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The Nutmeg Grater is of broad rectangular form with cut corners. The cover, sides and base are engraved with bright cut borders and the cover also displays a beautiful engraved basket of flowers surrounded by sunburst design, all within a cut cornered frame. The engraved basket is surrounded by a crossed floral branch cartouche. This example has an opening on the base to keep the nutmeg in and a steel grater. It is of the finest quality as would be expected from these pemier box maker's. The grater is in excellent condition and is very well marked.
Length: 1.9 inches, 4.75 cm.
Width: 1.25 inches, 3.13 cm.
Height: 0.9 inches, 2.25 cm.
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