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A Quality Pair of Mid Victorian Silver Asparagus Tongs
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A Quality Pair of Mid Victorian Silver Asparagus Tongs

19th century
Sold 28 November 2025 · Andrew Cox Antiques
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Description

A fabulous pair of Victorian asparagus tongs in hallmarked silver. These quality servers are of heavy gauge and are in Old English pattern. The tongs have a central support for tension and beautifully pierced grips. To the bow is a handsome engraved armorial. A good and usable item of superior Victorian silver tableware, with a number of alternative serving uses. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Date :- London 1860.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- Francis Higgins II.

Width :- 5 cms.

Length :- 24.5 cms.

Depth :- 3 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
24.5cm (9.65")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated these Mid-victorian Silver Asparagus Tongs to the 1860s.

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SA1062897
Dealers Internal Reference
ACA1203
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Description
A fabulous pair of Victorian asparagus tongs in hallmarked silver. These quality servers are of heavy gauge and are in Old English pattern. The tongs have a central support for tension and beautifully pierced grips. To the bow is a handsome engraved armorial.
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A good and usable item of superior Victorian silver tableware, with a number of alternative serving uses.
Andrew Cox Antiques

Dimensions below.

fig 1. A pair of mid-Victorian sterling silver asparagus tongs featuring a spring bow handle and pierced, scroll-engraved blades.
fig 1. A Quality Pair of Mid Victorian Silver Asparagus Tongs

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Date :- London 1860.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- Francis Higgins II.

Width :- 5 cms.

Length :- 24.5 cms.

Depth :- 3 cms.

Height
24.5cm (9.65")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated these Mid-victorian Silver Asparagus Tongs to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1062897
Dealers Internal Ref
ACA1203
Andrew Cox Antiques
Andrew Cox Antiques
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Specialists in quality antique silver, glassware, jewellery and object de vertu

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A pair of mid-Victorian sterling silver asparagus tongs featuring a spring bow handle and pierced, scroll-engraved blades.
A quality Pair Of Mid Victorian Silver Asparagus Tongs
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A pair of mid-Victorian sterling silver asparagus tongs featuring a spring bow handle and pierced, scroll-engraved blades.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectServing Utensils
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced blades, Spring bow handle, Engraved crest, Scrollwork pattern
  • SizeH 24.5 cm (10 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Asparagus tongs gained immense popularity during the Victorian era as specialised dining implements designed to serve delicate stalks of asparagus without damaging them or staining fingers.

These utensils were typically crafted from sterling silver, often featuring hand-pierced or engraved decorative blades and a sprung bow mechanism to allow for a gentle grip.

Authenticity is verified by examining hallmarks stamped into the metal, which indicate the assay office, makers mark, and date letter corresponding to the Victorian era.

Displaying silver serving pieces within a glass-fronted cabinet or incorporating them into a formal dining table setting adds a layer of historic refinement to contemporary spaces.

Preservation requires regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional polishing using a reputable silver cleaner, avoiding harsh abrasives that could wear away engraved details.
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