Item Ref
FEV93
These desirable solid silver asparagus tongs are dated London 1864 and bear the marks of Chawner & Co, the most important mid 19th Century flatware makers. The blades are pierced with scroll patterns within a classical reeded border.
The flexion of the blades is restrained by a plain hallmarked rectangular bracket.
The Old English handles are free from initials.
They have a good gauge of silver, a testimony of their quality.
Hallmarks:
GA for Chawner & Co (George William Adams)
Lion Passant.
London Assay Mark.
Duty Mark.
Date letter "i" for 1864.
Condition:
Excellent.
No dings. No dents. No repairs.
Good set of marks.
Dimensions and Weight:
Length: 26cm / 10 inches
Height: 5cm / 2 inches
Width of blades: 3cm / 1.2 inches.
Weight: 173 g / 6 1/4 oz
Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.
Postage overseas: from £12 International Signed For.
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Internal Ref: MAI83
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