+44 (0) 191 240 2645

Free delivery on all silverware and jewellery

[email protected]
Large Sterling Silver Tongs
Large Sterling Silver Tongs Sterling Silver Tongs Antique Sterling Silver Tongs Antique Large Sterling Silver Tongs Large Sterling Silver Tongs Antique Large Sterling Silver Tongs Detail Large Sterling Silver Tongs Hallmarked Large Sterling Silver Tongs Hallmarks Large Sterling Silver Tongs Size

Sterling Silver Serving Tongs - Antique Victorian

£1,695.00

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver serving tongs; an addition to our silver flatware collection

SKU C6795

These exceptional antique Victorian large sterling silver tongs have an oval shaped form.


The surface of the blades of examples of sterling silver flatware are embellished with an impressive pierced and bright cut engraved scrolling leaf decoration accented with a central floral motif.


The tapering stems are embellished with leaf textured design.


The rounded handpieces are embellished with bright cut engraved scrolling leaf and floral decoration, incorporating vacant oval cartouches.


The interior of the blades, stems and bridge are plain and unembellished.


The pinching action of these antique silver tongs is guided by a plain cylindrical support to the lower portion of the blades; this silver dowl indicates the high quality of the piece.


This interior of the tongs bear a 'lozenge mark' which certifies the patent of this piece on 28th December 1852 with the UK Patent Office.


These exceptional tongs are large examples for their type.


View our collection of sterling silver serving pieces


Maker: Elizabeth Eaton

Date: 1852

These large sterling silver tongs are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in excellent condition.

The hallmarks struck to the internal surface of the handles are all very clear.


Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Victorian silverware.


Length 33.7cm/13.3"

Width 5cm/2"

Height 2.8cm/1.1"


7.6 troy ounces/236g


May we also suggest…

Proud Members of

International Federation of Art and Antique Dealer Associations CINOA
LAPADA THE ASSOCIATION OF ART & ANTIQUES DEALERS
National Association of Jewellery UK's trade association NAJ