Georgian Silver Nutmeg Grater Samuel Meriton c1775 Egg shaped

A lovely silver egg shaped nutmeg grater by Samuel Meriton II c1775, with original steel grater.  It screws open and shut again and has a good thread. The steel grater is mounted on a silver disc which can be removed from the base with a pull. It is struct inside the lid with the makers mark - SM. 

Height: 50mm 

Diameter: 30mm

Condition: In very good antique condition commensurate with age and light usage. No damage or repairs just a lovely Georgian patina and sheen.