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Rare set of antique sterling silver asparagus easters and serving tongs - 1899

$5,438.30
£3,975
€4,676.67
CA$7,468.69
A$8,358.94
CHF 4,364.67
MX$101,979.61
NOK 55,403.80
SEK 52,574.80
DKK 34,923.15
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About the Item

Hallmarked in London in 1899 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Asparagus Set, comprises 12 pairs of asparagus easters, and a pair of asparagus servers, all featuring engraved zig zag borders, and shell detailing. The set together weighs 12.33 troy ounces. The asparagus servers measure 9.25"(23.5cm) in length. The asparagus easters measure 3.5"(9cm) in length. The box measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) wide, by 10"(25.5cm) deep.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L74431stDibs: LU4930242352842

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