The larger hinged cover opens to an intricately pierced and engraved floral-scroll grille. This lifts to reveal the vinaigrette compartment, originally intended to hold a sponge soaked in aromatic vinegar.

At the narrow end, a chained screw cap opens to the separate scent bottle compartment. The curved silver body is finished with raised bands and a hanging ring.

The SM maker's punch identifies Sampson Mordan, while THORNHILL identifies the New Bond Street retailer of silverware and luxury goods. This maker and retailer combination is documented on other examples of Mordan's horn-form pieces.

Hallmarked London, 1874, with the lion passant, leopard's head, Gothic date letter t and Queen Victoria's duty mark. The interior also bears a registered design lozenge.

Very good antique condition overall, with light surface scratches and handling wear consistent with age and use, together with some wear to the interior gilding. The pierced grille, screw cap, retaining chain and suspension fittings are present.

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