A fine pair of George III Sprung Suga Tongs made in London circa 1780 by William Cattell.

A fine pair of George III Sprung Suga Tongs made in London circa 1780 by William Cattell.
A fine pair of George III Sprung Suga Tongs made in London circa 1780 by William Cattell.
A fine pair of George III Sprung Suga Tongs made in London circa 1780 by William Cattell.

A fine pair of George III Sprung Suga Tongs made in London circa 1780 by William Cattell.

£375
Category

British Silver 1760-1830

Serving Pieces

Flatware

Reference

375512

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The Tongs are of the sprung variety with a central circular boss containing a coiled steel spring.  The arms are beautifully engraved with bright cut designs and the grips are decorated with a tear drop motif surrounded by linear designs.  The side of one of the arms is also engraved with a contemporary Stag Crest.  The Tongs are in excellent condition and are well marked on the inside of each arm with the maker's mark and sterling mark.

Length: 5.45 inches, 13.63 cm.

Length, across the grips: 2 inches, 5 cm.

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