Georgian Sugar Tongs Open Work Shell Bowls Thomas Woodhouse 1760 Sterling Silver

English sterling silver sugar tongs likely by Thomas Woodhouse, c.1760. These attractive and unusual sugar tongs have open work scroll handles and shell bowls. The bow has a period script monogram AC plus a later inscription Anne 1856. Weighing 36 grams or 1.2 ozs. Troy, these desirable tongs are 5 1/2" long. Inscribed and monogrammed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.