We are selling this fancy pair of English sterling silver tongs. These sugar nips or tongs would have been used for sugar cubes and has very ornate style. The tongs are by London Silversmith Alexander Osborne and were probably made around 1760 although they don't have date letter.

Condition: Good

Dimensions:
Height 4 1/2 Inches 11.3 cm
Width 2 1/8 Inches 5.6 cm
Depth 5/8 Inches 1.7 cm


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good condition, one of the arms of the jaws may be bent slightly.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Sterling Silver

Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good condition, one of the arms of the jaws may be bent slightly.