A very fine & unusual George III Pocket Nutmeg Grater made in London in 1806 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.
A very fine & unusual George III Pocket Nutmeg Grater made in London in 1806 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.
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This pretty example is modelled in an oval form and the cover and base are engraved with a central swirling band of Greek key design, flanked on either side by floral and foliate sprays. The cover displays a vacant circular cartouche and the base a central flower head. The sides are decorated with prick dot and wriggle work bands. The cover opens up to reveal the steel grater and the base has a finely concealed hinge, as this is where the nutmeg would have been kept. The Nutmeg Grater is in excellent condition and is very well marked.
Length: 1.55 inches, 3.88 cm.
Width: 1 inch, 2.5 cm.
Height: 0.8 inches, 2 cm.
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