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Fiddle pattern early Victorian sterling silver pair of asparagus tongs from 1838

$846.73
£625
€730.57
CA$1,168.61
A$1,309.10
CHF 680.90
MX$15,968.34
NOK 8,668.71
SEK 8,173.97
DKK 5,452.75

About the Item

Hallmarked in London in 1838 by William Eaton, this handsome pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Asparagus Serving Tongs, are in fiddle pattern, and feature attractive pierced decoration to the tongs. The asparagus tongs measure 9.75"(25cm) wide, by 1.25"(3cm) deep, and weigh 6.35 troy ounces.
  • Creator:
    William Eaton (Metalworker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1838
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L48561stDibs: LU4930242584752

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