Antique Silver Sugar Tongs 19th Century

Name: Two Silver Sugar Tongs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1108837
Price: 65 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A pair of polished silver sugar tongs with spoon-shaped grips placed on a green fabric surface.

Two silver sugar tongs

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Silver sugar tongs emerged during the eighteenth century as an integral part of formal tea services, designed to hygienically handle sugar cubes or broken sugar loaf fragments.

Traditional sugar tongs were forged from sterling silver or silver plate, featuring a sprung U-shaped bow arch connected to slender arms terminating in spoon or claw grips.

Authentic sterling silver tongs display official hallmark impressions stamped along the inside or outside curve of the central bow, indicating metal purity, assay office, maker, and date.

These silver accessories can be integrated into contemporary dining arrangements, displayed on a silver tray alongside tea service items, or repurposed for serving small confectionery and garnishes.

Wash silver tongs gently in warm water with mild dish soap, dry thoroughly, and apply a specialized silver polish with a soft cotton cloth to safely remove oxidisation and tarnish.

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Two Silver Sugar Tongs