A George III Period, London, Georgian Sprung-Arm Silver Sugar Tongs

Manufacturer - Attributed to John Bourne, London

Date - c1788

Description - These are a wonderful pair of silver sugar tongs that benefit from being in stunning condition.
Very few sprung-arm sugar tongs have survived intact due to the fragility of both their arms and the spring which is hidden within the central pivot. These tongs are pristine with super-crisp, bright-cut engraving, plus there is an original script engraved monogram to the pivot.
A further bonus with these tongs are the clear set of hallmarks inside both arms bearing the "IB" initials of the specialist maker of this form of tongs - probably John Bourne rather than the often quoted John Buckett.

Condition - These tongs are in clean, extremely good condition.

Hallmark - These tongs have clear manufacturer's cypher for 'IB' together attributed to John Bourne

Dimensions - Maximum length - 13.5cm

Total weight - 35gm