Sugar Tongs
Artist
George Anson Hoyt
(American, 1793 - 1846)
CultureAmerican
Date19th century
MediumSilver
DimensionsOverall: 1 3/4 × 7/8 × 6 inches (4.45 × 2.22 × 15.24 cm)
Credit LineGift of Gertrude W. Chamberlin
Object number36-24/30
Markingsengraved with: initials "F.J.L."
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DescriptionTongs of modified fiddle back design with two scallop shells at the base.
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