Description: Pair of early sterling silver Scottish Art Nouveau sugar tongs decorated with elaborate scrolling acanthus leaves, made by William Allan of Glasgow, circa 1853.
Markings: impressed inside bow, “[Glasgow Tree] / [Sterling Lion Rampant] / [William Allan, ‘W.A.’ sponsors mark] / [1853-54 ‘I’] / [Queen Victoria duty mark]
Dimensions: 6 ⅛+” long x ¾” wide
Weight: 43.1 grams
Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition – no damage, no repair.