Description

A plain style pair of antique sterling silver asparagus tongs (or chop tongs) with a corrugated inside surface to grip the food. Very simple and clever manufacture that would suit either a left or righted handed person.

Weight 114 grams, 3.6 troy ounces.
Length 21.5cms.
Maker probably John Hague,
circa 1760.

Marks. One side is stamped with the makers initials “IH” and the lion mark; the other side is double struck with the makers mark.

These antique silver tongs are in very good condition . Makers mark and lion mark only. Please note that this item is not new and will show moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. Reflections in the photograph may detract from the true representation of this item.

Maker: John Hague

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