Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated these Georgian Steel Ember Tongs to the 18th Century.
Long elegant jaws, box pivot with heavy spring, removable handle pipe tamper missing wire pricker.
Hand finished throughout, of good proportions and with fine details.
Used to take a burning ember from the fire to light clay pipes, candles etc.
Length 15,1/8" or 382mm", weight 414 grams.
Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated these Georgian Steel Ember Tongs to the 18th Century.
Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century
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