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19th Century Estate Sterling Silver Serving English Fiddle Sugar Tongs, 1865
About the Item
A pair of English sterling silver sugar tongs, made by Charles Boyten, London, date marked 1865.
The fiddle pattern, spoon form sugar tongs are heavy weight and beautifully made, engraved on the bow with the scrolled initials, ABR.
Showing the makers mark CB, and the English hallmarks for sterling silver.
Size: 6 inches length x 2 inches wide x .75 inches height
Weighing: 1.906 troy ounces.
In very good antique condition, with the expected light wear and patina. Lightly polished.
- Creator:Charles Boyton (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Sterling Silver,Metalwork
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1865
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In very good antique condition, with the expected light wear and patina. Lightly polished.
- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1758221659472
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