Item Title:
Russian Silver Sugar Tongs Hand Engraved Bright Cut Floral Motif Details c.1890

Creator:
Unidentified silversmith.

Materials and Techniques:
Cast silver sugar tongs made of .875 silver purity, with a hand engraved bright cut floral motif on each side of the tongs.

Marks:
The hallmark for silver standard being 84. (.875 silver purity)
The silversmiths hallmark is unidentified.

Of the Period:
19th century

Date of Approximate Manufacture:
c.1890

Place of Origin:
Russia.

Measurements:
4.75 Inches long.
3/4 Inch wide.

Weight:
29 grams. Not including shipping materials.

Approximate Shipping Cost:
As shown within the items listing for shipment within the U.S.A.
To be determined for overseas shipping. We will do our best to provide you with the lowest possible shipping quotes when overseas shipments are required.

Condition:
Excellent used condition, showing age appropriate rubbing wear on its form. The hand engraved bright cut details are crisp and vibrant. The silver sugar tongs maintain a soft warm patina with no signs of machine polishing. Please see photos for details.

Price: $228.00 (U.S. Dollars)

Reference Number:
10723

Detailed Description:
These beautiful Russian silver sugar tongs with their classic form and vibrant hand engraved bright cut floral motif on each side of the sugar tongs, is a wonderful example of classic Russian silver design. They will function and display well whenever you may choose to use them.

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