June 17, 2023: Premier Americana – Day Two
Sat, Jun 17, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 2425
SALEM, VIRGINIA COIN SILVER SUGAR TONGS
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
SALEM, VIRGINIA COIN SILVER SUGAR TONGS, finless fiddle handle with bright-cut engraved decoration, having figural acorn grips, end of handles with engraved "LR" initials. Impressed twice with "J. WITHERS." in a serrated rectangular cartouche for John Withers II of Salem, VA (1788-1869; active c. 1815-1869). Total weight: 1.125 ozt. First half 19th century. 6" LOA.
Literature: Hollan - Virginia Silversmiths, p. 831, mark a.
Condition
Very good overall condition with some wear, surface scratches, and nicks, slight bending to handles, one acorn grip with a split having soldered repair.
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