English Rose Engine Turned Lignum Vitae Goblet

Second half of the 17th Century A very fine rose engine turned Lignum Vitae Goblet with a internal  nutmeg grater
complex engine turning throughout.The Lignum Vitae goblet which is just 4.5
 inches high breaks down into 4 pieces with the finial unscrewing from the lid and the stem unscrews from the 2" high cup.The underside of the lid reveals a pronounced engine turned
 incorporated nutmeg grater which is incredibly well preserved for its age. The underside of the base
 with a rose engine turned motif. Overal condition to this remarkable little piece is excellent
 with some shrinkage wear to underside of lid along with a few fine chips to rim of cup.
 A very fine unique and rare piece of English treen.

       Lignum Vitae  Goblet / Nutmeg Grater
       England  Second half of the 17th Century.
       Height 4.5"  height of cup 2"

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Dimensions :
11.4 cms High (4.5 inches)
6.4 cms Wide (2.5 inches)