Vinaigrette box 1816

This small silver vinaigrette box, created in 1816 by Lea & Clark, is an example of decorative, functional jewelry. It would have been used to carry salts or other aromatic substances, which were believed to ward off illness. The box's intricate, engraved design demonstrates the craftsmanship of the period and its appeal to the fashionable public. This miniature object is an intriguing glimpse into the past.