It was listed by Jeff Sims Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
To the top of the bow is a handsome armorial. Irish silver is always in great demand and this pair of tongs is of superior quality and design. Dimensions below.

Postage & Packing £8.00 UK
£16.00 Worldwide
Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks or splits.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Date :- Dublin 1873
Maker :- John Sheils.
Length :- 16.5 cms.
Width :- 5 cms.
Depth :- 2.2 cms
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.
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