A rare George III silver ‘counter’ vinaigrette, of circular form with reeded decoration, the top with a rotating cover and viewing panel to show enamel number indicators from one through ten, the hinged cover opening to reveal a silver gilt interior with pierced shield shaped filigree grille.
 
Matthew Linwood. Birmingham, 1809
 
Diameter: 3.1cm. 
Height: 1.1cm.
Weight: 28.7g.
 
Condition: Excellent antique condition. Silver in good condition and the black enamel plaque containing the gilt numerals is in good order.