1834 English Sterling Silver Watch Case Form Vinaigrette Scent Box

Presented is a great antique English sterling silver vinaigrette box made by William Simpson.  The round/watch shaped box has a monogram of MJK at the center surrounded with elegant machine turnings.  The interior of the box is covered with a gold wash.  There is a removable pierced liner on the interior as shown.  The box is marked on the interior with the anchor for the city of Birmingham, the date letter ‘L’ for 1834, and a maker’s mark of WS for William Simpson. The condition is excellent.  There are no dents, no splits, no breaks, and no repairs. The vinaigrette measures 1 1/4 inches in diameter and 1/4 inch thick. The weight is 15.9 grams or 0.6 ounces.