This is an elegant pair of solid silver sugar tongs handcrafted during the reign of King George III.The flared arms and bowls are plain in design throughout and the fiddle back bow contains entwined letters.They are probably the initials of the original owner and form an important part of the history of the tongs.They feel tactile to hold and are made from a good gauge of silver.Today, the tongs can be used for picking up sugar cubes, ice or for removing tea bags from cups. A great collectors piece made by the talented and highly collected Georgian silversmiths, Peter and William Bateman.

Condition is excellent.There are no dents, repairs or splits, just the usual light surface marks and scratches commensurate with silver which are 211 years old.They have retained their shape and sit well on a flat surface.They are fully functional, highly collectible and would compliment any collection. My photographs confirm condition, however further images are available if required. 

Hallmarks are crisp and show London 1813, the makers being Peter and William Bateman. Established in 1805, the business operated from premises in London as manufacturing silversmiths. They produced a wide range of products through to 1814.These tongs are a good example of the quality of their work.

The tongs are 15cm long and weigh a healthy 37g.

Many thanks for looking and good luck with your bidding. I will be listing more silver items from my private collection over the coming weeks and hopefully there will be something of interest for you.

Please note I am unable to accept bidding from customers in China.