Antique solid silver sugar tongs, 19th century, Minerva hallmark, tableware, R/1

  
Antique solid silver sugar tongs, late 19th century. Minerva hallmark, 1st standard, on both arms. Silversmith’s mark J-G, a vine stock for Jean Granvigne. Width at the widest part: 2 cm. The Granvigne workshop was active in Paris in the late 19th century and until 1910. The workshops were located at 4 rue Béranger in Paris and were later taken over by Tétard. Jean Granvigne was a highly regarded Parisian silversmith, known for very rich workmanship of fine quality. Other antique items and linens for sale; please see my other listings.

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