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DESCRIPTION

Georgian silver tea tongs with exceptionally clear hallmarks and a concealed hinge.

SILVERSMITH

John Gale

DATE or HALLMARK

circa 1756

ASSAY OFFICE

London

WEIGHT in GRAMS

29

SIZE in INCHES

length: 4 ½"

 

 

SILVER STANDARD

.925 sterling silver

OVERALL CONDITION

good, small casting flaws to the arms that are causing no issues.

FAULTS

hinge has excessive wear/play enabling the finger rings to bump together, slightly misshaping one.

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Price £98

sold

Item Number: M1838