Object Description
A rare late seventeenth century tulip shape nutmeg grater made circa 1690 -1695, which is engraved to the top and bottom with a naive Tudor Rose motif.
The box bears the makers marks to both top and bottom interiors . The maker being Thomas Kedden.( sometimes referred to as Kedder).
It has the typical ‘stand away’ hinge of the period.
The box is in good condition.
Dimensions, height 2.5 cm, length 3.5 cm, width at widest 3 cm.
Weight, 0.75 troy oz.