Pierced Conical Silver Mustard Pot, 1851

This is a very cleverly designed silver mustard pot, made by the premier Victorian silversmithing partnership of Charles and George Fox.

The body of the pot has a conical form narrowing towards the top, which in most circumstances would mean that the removal of the frosted glass liner would be impossible, however the base ring has a well-made thread that can be turned allowing its removal and releasing the liner. This ensures that the glass is secure at all times - it seems to have worked because the glass remains in excellent condition!

The body of the pot is attractively pierced and the hinged cover decoratively engraved and centred by a crest. This mustard pot is in fine condition, although the crest is a touch worn.