An elegant pair of Antique English Solid Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs, hallmarked in London, 1804, and bearing the maker’s mark of Peter William Bateman, one of the notable silversmiths of the early 19th century.
Beautifully crafted in the Georgian style, these refined tongs feature a delicate hand-engraved floral design, adding a graceful decorative touch while maintaining the understated elegance typical of the period. The engraving reflects the fine handwork and attention to detail characteristic of Georgian silver craftsmanship.
Originally designed for serving sugar cubes or lumps during the traditional tea service, the tongs embody the charm and refinement of early 19th-century dining culture. Their well-balanced form and slender arms make them both practical and visually appealing.
With a weight of 33 grams, they have a pleasing solidity while retaining the lightness and finesse expected of antique Georgian silverware.
Details:
Item: Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
Maker: Peter William Bateman
Assay Office: London
Year: 1804
Material: Solid Sterling Silver
Decoration: Hand-engraved floral design
Weight: 33 grams
A beautiful and historically significant example of Georgian silver, ideal for collectors of antique English silver or for adding a touch of heritage elegance to a traditional table setting.
An elegant pair of Antique English Solid Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs, hallmarked in London, 1804, and bearing the maker’s mark of Peter William Bateman, one of the notable silversmiths of the early 19th century.
Beautifully crafted in the Georgian style, these refined tongs feature a delicate hand-engraved floral design, adding a graceful decorative touch while maintaining the understated elegance typical of the period. The engraving reflects the fine handwork and attention to detail characteristic of Georgian silver craftsmanship.
Originally designed for serving sugar cubes or lumps during the traditional tea service, the tongs embody the charm and refinement of early 19th-century dining culture. Their well-balanced form and slender arms make them both practical and visually appealing.
With a weight of 33 grams, they have a pleasing solidity while retaining the lightness and finesse expected of antique Georgian silverware.
Details:
Item: Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Tongs
Maker: Peter William Bateman
Assay Office: London
Year: 1804
Material: Solid Sterling Silver
Decoration: Hand-engraved floral design
Weight: 33 grams
A beautiful and historically significant example of Georgian silver, ideal for collectors of antique English silver or for adding a touch of heritage elegance to a traditional table setting.
