Late Georgian to Regency English provincial sterling silver tongs with thick gauge and crisp hallmarks. John Langlands II, Newcastle, 1796 to 1802

An elegant set of late Georgian to Regency period provincial sterling silver tongs with thick gauge and crisp hallmarks. Made by John Langlands II who was active from 1796 to 1802, and was succeeded by his wife Dorothy Langlands, with assay marks for Newcastle.His family was the most prominent among the silversmiths in Newastle-upon-Tyne. A rare bit of provincial English silver.

Price marked at $250 AUD

Measurements: 30.7 grams.

Good antique condition. Thick gauge. Crisp sponsor’s and town mark, omitted year mark.