What-is-it question L.

Post by **2209patrick** » Fri May 25, 2007 7:17 pm

This item is in the shape of a carnation. Made in the mid-19th century.
I'd estimate the length at about 4 inches (10.16 cm).
It does serve a purpose other than decoration.
What is it called?

Pat.
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Post by **Granmaa** » Fri May 25, 2007 10:16 pm

Is it a posy holder, Pat?
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Post by **2209patrick** » Sat May 26, 2007 7:47 am

A posy holder is a good guess Miles, but this is not one.
Sorry, but this is the only picture of the piece in the book.

Pat.
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Post by **dognose** » Sat May 26, 2007 8:15 am

Hi Pat,
A vinaigrette?
Regards Trev.
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Post by **2209patrick** » Sat May 26, 2007 8:52 am

Yes Trev, this is a vinaigrette.
Silver Glossary
This is pierced in a way that allows the perfume to be released through the petals.

Pat.
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