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Antique Silverplate Ice Tongs.
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Antique Silverplate Ice Tongs.

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 October 2026 · George James Antiques
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Description

Good pair of Antique silverplated Queens Pattern ice tongs; great size with handsome "claw" ends.

Barker Bros. Ltd. c.1900.

Length 16cm

Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated these Silverplate Claw Ice Tongs to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1092359
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28/2204
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Description
Good pair of Antique silverplated Queens Pattern ice tongs; great size with handsome "claw" ends.

Barker Bros. Ltd. c.1900.

Length 16cm

Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated these Silverplate Claw Ice Tongs to the 1900s.

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
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SA1092359
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28/2204
George James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2007
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A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips. SOLD3 OCT 26
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Archive I A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips. SOLD3 OCT 26

Antique Silverplate Ice Tongs.

Archive II A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips. View II
Archive III A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips. View III
Archive IV A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips. View IV
Archive V A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips. View V
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George James Antiques
Telephone 01488 580 048
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Great Grooms of Hungerford
Riverside House
1 Charnham Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gj
Verified Since Apr 2007
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Items Sold 810
George James Antiques
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Location: Great Grooms of Hungerford, Riverside House, 1 Charnham Street, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0EP, United Kingdom
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A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips.
Antique Silverplate Ice Tongs.
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A pair of antique silverplate ice tongs featuring a sprung bow handle with shell reliefs and claw-shaped grips.
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  • ObjectIce Tongs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilverplate
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsClaw tips, Shell relief, Sprung bow
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

These Victorian silverplate ice tongs date from around 1900 and stem from the maker Barker Bros. Ltd., offering a refined addition to a period collection. The piece is fashioned in a silver colour with a polished finish, incorporating a sprung bow handle, detailed shell relief ornamentation near the arch, and distinctive claw-shaped grip tips at both ends. Practical dimensions measure 3.5 cm high, 16 cm wide, and 6 cm deep. In a contemporary home, the item serves as a functional and decorative table accessory suitable for display on a sideboard top during entertaining or gatherings. The design balances utility with ornamental detail, maintaining the character of early twentieth-century silverplate tableware.

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Silverplate ice tongs became popular during the nineteenth century alongside the rise of domestic ice storage and formal cocktail culture. They were crafted to serve ice blocks efficiently during elaborate dinner parties and bar service.

These items typically feature a base metal core, such as nickel silver or brass, electroplated with a thin layer of pure silver. The spring-action bow handle allows for single-handed operation, whilst the tips often feature claw or shell grips to securely hold ice.

Authentic pieces generally display manufacturer hallmarks or EPNS stamps near the inner bow or handle. Look for crisp casting detail in motifs like claws or shells, alongside natural signs of minor surface wear consistent with age.

Position silverplate ice tongs alongside a glass or crystal ice bucket on a bar cart or sideboard for a classic entertaining display. They function as both practical bar tools and decorative accents in contemporary drinks setups.

Hand wash the tongs using warm water and mild dish soap, drying immediately with a soft cloth to prevent water marks. Use a specialised non-abrasive silver polish periodically to remove tarnish without stripping the underlying plating.
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