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Victorian Sterling Silver Serving Tongs
By Elizabeth Eaton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver tongs have an oval shaped form.
The surface of the blades of examples of sterling silver
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive pair of antique, Victorian era, sterling silver sugar tongs.
Nice decorative fan
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs, Large
Located in NEWARK, GB
A very attractive pair of antique Georgian era sterling silver sugar tongs.
Featuring decorative
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
1815 Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by William Marshall
By William Marshall (Silversmith)
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Sterling silver shell & fiddle sugar tongs, Edinburgh, 1815. Marked WM for William Marshall, 1st
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Early 19th Century Scottish Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique early Victorian sterling silver sugar tongs, Exeter
Located in NEWARK, GB
A large pair of antique Victorian era sterling silver sugar tongs.
A relatively plain design, no
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
1782-90 Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by Richard Crossley
By Richard Crossley
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Sterling silver sugar tongs by Richard Crossley, London, 1782-90. Typically only one maker's mark
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Rope/Perle Asparagus Tongs 252
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
a substantial antique 830 sterling silver early Georg Jensen Asparagus tong. This sizable and
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1920s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gilt Antique Sterling Silver 'Apostle' Tea Spoons & Tongs, Sheffield, 1911
By James Dixon & Sons
Located in London, London
silver tea spoons & matching sugar tongs, feature apostle terminals and are gold plated.
Each
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1910s English Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.58 in W 10.04 in D 7.49 in
Heavy Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs William Hutton Sons Sheffield 1923
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Superb Heavy Gauge Sterling Silver Asparagus Serving Tongs of Traditional Form, with unusual
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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 9.25 in W 9.25 in D 9.25 in
'Apostle' Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Tea Spoons & Tongs, London 1905
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, London
Silver Tea Spoons & Matching Tongs, feature 'Apostle' terminals and twisted stems.
Each teaspoon
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.38 in W 13.59 in D 6.3 in
1815 Pair of Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs by Thomas Watson
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An 1815 pair of sugar tongs, sterling silver, Newcastle, by Thomas Watson one of the city's most
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Estate Sterling Silver Serving English Fiddle Sugar Tongs, 1865
By Charles Boyton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of English sterling silver sugar tongs, made by Charles Boyten, London, date marked 1865
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.75 in W 2 in D 6 in
Edwardian Period Sterling Silver Ice Tongs by S. Kirk and Son
By S. Kirk & Sons
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, sterling silver ice tongs, S. Kirk and Son, Baltimore, Maryland, circa. 1900, Old
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
English Box of 12 STERLING SILVER TEASPOONS + TONGS Hallmarked:-Birmingham 1904
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in York, GB
Sterling Silver - superb box of 12 LARGE TEASPOONS + TONGS, all in beautiful, unused condition
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 0.79 in W 1.19 in D 5.24 in
Antique Solid Silver Sugar Tongs/Nips/Tea Tongs Naturalistic, Francis Higgings
By Francis Higgins
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning example of Victorian solid silver sugar tongs/nips made by
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 0.04 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in
An Georgian Solid Silver Sugar Tongs/Tea Tongs Naturalistic Style - 1836
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer these spectacular Georgian solid silver tea tongs (sugar tongs/nips) made
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19th Century Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 2.37 in Dm 5.71 in
Sterling Silver SUPERB VICTORIAN Set of 6 TEASPOONS & TONGS - Birmingham 1891
By James Deakin & Sons
Located in York, GB
Solid Sterling Silver - BOX of 6 SUPERB & PRETTY TEASPOONS & TONGS
Complete English hallmarks
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Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 0.87 in W 5.6 in D 7.8 in
Antique Gorham Sterling Olive Bowl and Tongs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1884, sterling, Gorham. This unequivocally charming serving piece embodies the relaxed
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1880s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Box of 6 PRETTY TEASPOONS & TONGS Hallmarked:- Sheffield 1924
By Walker & Hall
Located in York, GB
Solid Sterling Silver - BOX of 6 PRETTY TEASPOONS & TONGS
Complete English hallmarks showing they
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
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H 0.6 in W 0.87 in D 4.34 in
Antique Solid Silver Georgian Asparagus Tongs, Leveson-Gower/Sutherland Crest
By William Eley & William Fearn
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to have acquired and be able to offer this pair of solid silver Georgian asparagus
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
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H 9.85 in Dm 0.67 in
Quality set of silver antique Victorian tea spoons and sugar tongs
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality set of silver antique Victorian tea spoons and sugar tongs having a quality set of Isaac
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19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
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H 0.79 in W 7.49 in D 5.52 in
Alvin Sterling Orange Blossom Part Dinner Service
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Alvin sterling silver Art Nouveau part dinner service, each piece stamped for Alvin with "sterling
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19th Century Other Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Eight Art Deco Silver Individual Asparagus Tongs Servers, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Set of eight 800 silver Art Deco individual asparagus tongs servers, circa 1920. Each of plain
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1920s Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
H 4.75 in W 2 in D 2.25 in
Victorian English Sterling Silver Cream Sugar Presentation Set
By James Wakely & Frank Clarke Wheeler
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver cream jug and sugar
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 170pc. French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Flatware Set
By Odiot
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a Magnificent 170pc. 950 Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Flatware Set with 8 Serving
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lapparra - 327pc. Napoleon III, 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set + Cabinet
By Lapparra Orfèvre Argentier
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from a Private Mansion Near Paris, A Magnificent 327 piece (Service for 18) Sterling Silver
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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lapparra - 328pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set + Cabinet
By Lapparra Orfèvre Argentier
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Stunning 328 piece, Louis XVI French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set (Service
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Henin Freres - 9 Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Serving Pieces
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent set of 9 antique French 950 sterling silver flatware serving
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Late 19th Century French Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Estate Sterling Silver Serving Pieces, a Mixed Set of Six
By Various Makers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mixed group of 19th century Sterling silver, various maker serving pieces, including:
1) Old
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Sterling Silver Set of Cutlery / Flatware Fiddle Thread & Shell
By George Jackson & David Fullerton
Located in London, London
A boxed Single Maker, Singe Year set of Antique, Sterling Silver Fiddle, Thread & Shell Pattern
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1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 6.7 in W 17.72 in D 13.39 in
Puiforcat (Hermes) - 169pc. French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set (Noailles)
By Puiforcat
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Superb 169pc. 19th Century 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set with 19 Serving
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Florentine by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service with Provenance 426 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental figural Florentine by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 426 pieces. This pattern was
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Meadow by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 198 Pieces Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Meadow by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 198 pieces including many fabulous serving
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 0.1 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Tetard Freres - 17 French 950 Sterling Silver Louis XVI Flatware Serving Pieces
By Tetard Freres
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, a magnificent set of 17 antique French 950 sterling silver flatware serving
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Imperial Queen by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 167 Pieces Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Imperial Queen by Whiting sterling silver flatware set - 167 pieces including many fabulous
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Antique Sterling Silver Coffee or Tea Spoon Set with Figural Handles & Case
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
made of sterling silver with a gold wash. The spoons and tongs are decorated with figural accents on
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
H 1.5 in W 8.75 in D 7 in
Attractive Set of 12 Demitasse Spoons & Sugar Tongs .925 in Fitted Fanshaped Box
By Theodor Olsens
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Olsens in Bergen, Norway. Done in .925 sterling silver with different colored guilloche enamel. The
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Early 20th Century Norwegian International Style Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Enamel, Silver
H 1.25 in W 14.75 in D 7.5 in
Sterling Silver Scissors to Cut the Stems of the Bunches of Grapes, USA 1860
Located in Milan, IT
silver, short and quite thick blades, suitable for cutting off the stems of the bunches, with a
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 7.5 in W 2.5 in D 0.5 in
Antique George III Sterling Silver Pair of Sauce Boats with Coat of Arms
By George Smith
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique George III sterling silver pair of sauce boats with coat of arms.
Maker: George Smith (II
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1760s British Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
H 5.12 in W 3.55 in D 1.97 in
Extensive Georg Jensen Rope Sterling Silverware Service
By Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
An extensive sterling silverware service for twelve in the Rope/Perle pattern by Georg Jensen
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1920s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
1800s, Antique Irish Sterling Silver Serving Tongs
By Samuel Neville
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Georgian Irish sterling silver serving tongs
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Early 1800s Irish Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Set Georgian Dining Silver Cutlery William Tuite Garrard Co London 1788
By William Tuite, Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Portland, OR
A fine set of antique aristocratic Georgian dining sterling silver cutlery (110 pieces & silver
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1780s English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 4 in W 13.75 in D 4.25 in
19th Century Silver Tea & Coffee Service Made by Joseph Angell
By Joseph Angell
Located in London, GB
retailer’s mark of “Thomas’s of Bond Street.” With later associated solid silver sugar tongs. The whole set
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19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique George III Irish Sterling Silver Serving Tongs
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sterling silver serving tongs have a plain undulating form.
The surface of the tongs are embellished
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1780s Northern Irish Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Atkin Brothers Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Asparagus Tongs
By Atkin Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
tongs; an addition to our silver flatware collection.
These exceptional antique Edwardian sterling
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Wolfers - 256pc. 835 Silver Belgium Flatware Set, 23 Serving Pieces + Cabinet
By Wolfers Frères
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from a Private Residence in Monte Carlo, A Magnificent 256pc. 19th Century 835 Silver
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
Large Antique Silver Necessaire De Toilette William Comyns & Sons, London 1909
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in Vienna, AT
silver box on feet, a rectangular box on feet with curling tongs, two comb holders.
All glass parts with
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
H 7.09 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in
Koch Bergfeld Silver 800 Cutlery Baroque Design 264-Pieces Bremen Germany 1900
By Koch & Bergfeld
Located in Vienna, AT
Silver 264-piece flatware (cutlery set) for 18 persons,
Made by Koch & Bergfeld, Germany / Bremen
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Early 1900s German Baroque Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
H 14.96 in W 21.25 in D 16.14 in
A 200 Plus Set of 19 Century Imperial Russian Silver Flatware by Andrei Bragin
By Andrei Bragin
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
, a silver pierced ladle, 2 large silver serving spoons, a pair of silver tongs, a silver fish slice
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Mid-19th Century Russian Other Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Vermeil
H 12 in W 12 in D 10 in
Antique Gorham Sterling and Enamel Lily of the Valley Tongs
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique sterling silver sugar tongs. Made by GORHAM. On the front, an enamel "lily of
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1890s American Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chatham by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 132 Pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental dinner & Luncheon Chatham by Durgin sterling silver flatware set - 132 pieces. This set
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 134 Pieces Dinner
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Kirk sterling silver Flatware set, 134 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner size knives, 9 3/4"
12
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Late 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Tiffany & Co. Asparagus Tongs
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Tiffany & Co. grapevine pattern sterling silver asparagus tongs. New York, c. 1907-1947
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique S/Silver Spoon Set with Sugar Tongs by John M Banks. Birmingham, c1894.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Letter date - for 1894
Lion passant - for English Sterling Silver
Sugar tongs are similarly designed
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1890s English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Three Piece Tea Service
By Fenton Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
tea service is presented with an associate pair of antique Victorian sterling silver sugar tongs
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1880s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Three-Piece Bachelor Tea Service
By George Richards Elkington
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver three-piece bachelor
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1860s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany Sterling Silver Asparagus Tong English Style Yoked
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany.
Sterling silver large asparagus tong pierced English style yoked 9 1/2
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Late 19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Charles Stuart Harris Victorian Sterling Silver Cream and Sugar Presentation Set
By Charles Stuart Harris
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver cream and sugar presentation set
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cambridge by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 310 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Incredible monumental Dinner and Luncheon Cambridge by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 310
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fiddle Thread & Shell by Various English Sterling Silver Flatware Set 101 pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
silver)
21 Large Dinner Size Forks, massive 3.5 ozt, 8 1/4"
12 Luncheon/Dessert Forks, 7 1/8"
12
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Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
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Antique Sterling Silver Tongs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique sterling silver tongs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique sterling silver tongs — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Antique sterling silver tongs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique sterling silver tongs bearing Victorian or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique sterling silver tongs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Emile Puiforcat and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Sterling Silver Tongs?
Prices for antique sterling silver tongs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique sterling silver tongs begin at $150 and can go as high as $12,931, while the average can fetch as much as $675.
Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You
Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?
Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.
Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.
Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.
“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”
Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.
At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Sterling Silver Tongs
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
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