Description: Presented is a large antique pair of American coin silver ice tongs made by Bigelow Brothers & Kennard of Boston, MA between the 1840s and 1865. This mid 19th century piece is done in an Olive pattern. One foot is done in a claw or talon form and the other is done in a shell spoon form. The top of the tongs have an old, original monogram of the initials CLH. Neither of the two cartouches have ever been monogrammed. These are 100% ice tongs. They are not sugar tongs.The inside of one arm is marked Bigelow Bros & Kennard. Guaranteed to be at least coin silver purity.This piece is in great overall condition for its age. There are some small cuts/scratching to one arm. Length: 8 1/8 inches. Weight: 97 grams. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution
Price: 384 USD
Location: Essex, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-11-17T19:27:55.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Pattern: Olive
Brand: Bigelow Brothers & Kennard
Type: Ice Tongs
Age: 1845-1860
Composition: Sterling Silver (.925)
Maker: Bigelow Brothers and Kennard
Year Made: 1845 to 1865
Metal: Coin silver
