A 19th century silver and agate vinaigrette,

A 19th century silver and agate vinaigrette,
unmarked circa 1860, probably Scottish,
baluster form, the hinge cover engraved with initials, set with various panels of hardstones, engraved decoration, the hinged cover opens to reveal a silver-gilt pierced and engraved grille, on a circular foot, height 7.8cm.

Provenance: A Private Collection.
Purchased from Sotheby's Colonnade, 27 February 1997, lot 66.