georgian cast silver sugar tongs by john bourne london circa 1775

GEORGIAN CAST SILVER SUGAR TONGS BY JOHN BOURNE, LONDON CIRCA 1775


Price

SOLD

Item Ref

JUIL83

Description

These cast silver tongs were made circa 1775 by John Bourne. Cast tongs are relatively rare , they only lasted a very short time, from about 1765 to 1780 and these are a fine example. They have an unusual design.
Exquisite pierced arms.
Shell cups.
Not initialled
Hallmarks:
I.B for John Bourne.
Lion Passant.
Dimensions and weight:
Length: 13cm / 5.2 inches.
weight: 1.2oz / 36 g
Condition:
Good.
Old repair to extremity of one of the arms, very well executed and not easy to spot.
Postage:
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.
Postage UK: £7 Special Delivery Next day.
Postage overseas: £12 International Signed For.
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Internal Ref: JUIL83


Dimensions

Height = 13 cm (5")
Width = 1 cm (1")
Depth = 1 cm (1")



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