Victorian Novelty Gold & Enamel 'Sailors Hat' Vinaigrette
Unmarked c1868
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A Victorian gold and enamel Vinaigrette made in the form of a Sailors straw hat, the ribbon in black enamel, the ships name 'DANAE' picked out in gold. The hinged base engraved with a presentation inscription and dated 1868, opening to reveal a pierced grille made in the form of a ships deck grill.
Unmarked, c1868
Sold - £1,950.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
7 mm
(0.28 inches)
DIA
29 mm
(1.14 inches)
Weight
7.70 Grams
(0.25 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
MSC202
Medium
Gold & Enamel
Literature
Clan Gregor or Clan MacGregor (Scottish Gaelic: Clann Ghriogair) is a Highland Scottish clan dating back to the early 800s. The clan's most famous member is the legendary Rob Roy MacGregor of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The Clan is also known to have been among the first families of Scotland to begin playing the bagpipes in the early 17th century. The current chief of Clan Gregor is Sir Malcolm Gregor Charles MacGregor of MacGregor, 7th Bt, of Lanrick and Balquhidder, 24th Chief of Clan Gregor.
