ANTIQUE FRENCH STERLING SILVER SUGAR TONGS FOR TEA COFFEE SERVING PIECE MINERVA

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Item Description
This is a very beautiful
Antique French Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
, finely crafted by talented Parisian master silversmith Doutre Roussel, 1895.
OFFERED FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION is this very handsome
Antique French Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
finely created by Cloude Doutre-Roussel, active 1895-, at 118 rue Vieille  du Temple, Paris. The Sugar Tongs have beautiful hand-engraved floral decoration with
Guilloché
engine-turned engraving accent. The pincers are in shape of lion's paws, embellished with gorgeous symmetrical scroll motif and dot. The top has classic acorn-shaped finial. This lovely pair of
Antique French Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
is sure to get attention, would make a welcome addition to your table decor and collection!
Hallmarked
French Minerva 1st Standard
mark to guaranteed .950 purity sterling silver (higher than standard .925 sterling silver), used in Paris since 1838. Maker's mark D.ROUSSEL in lozenge shape, for Cloude Doutre-Roussel, 118 rue Vieille du Temple, Paris, active 1895.
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Measurements & Condition
6.5 inch (16.5 cm) long x 1.1 inch (2.8 cm) wide, weight 1.63 Troy ounces (51 grams.)
Excellent Estate Condition
with trace of minor use. One side has small dent and slightly bending on the middle of handle (only noticeable on close inspection.) Otherwise in very good shape and ready for use.
(Item Reference No.00776)
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Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt. The item must be in its original condition. We will issue a full refund on receipt, including the original delivery charge. The cost of returning the item to us is your responsibility.
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