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Pair of Gorham Lancaster Sterling Silver Ice Tongs

Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Co.
Offered by: Nelson and Nelson Antiques

Description
Pair of Lancaster sterling silver ice tongs. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1900. U-form with beaded stem and floral terminal. One jaw ovoid and scalloped with ornamental piercing; the other a cast claw with five talons. A nice early piece in this pattern, which was first produced in 1897. Fully marked including maker’s and retailer’s (Shreve & Co.) stamps. Condition: Nice definition. Taut and springy.

Height: 6 1/2 in. Weight: 1.8 troy ounces. #BY812

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	BY812
Incollect Reference #:	742817

Dimensions

H.	6.5 in;
H.	16.51 cm;

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