A Rare Castle Top Vinaigrette in high relief, showing Windsor Castle and the Round Tower from the West. Birmingham 1844 by John Tongue. The base and sides engine turned and fitted with a suspension loop. Marked on the base and lid, duty mark on the grill. 42mm X 27mm. A really crisp example of this rare aspect. For a similar example by Nathaniel Mills, see "Investing in Silver" by Eric Delieb, page 115.

Price: £ 3500.