Russian .875 Silver Tongs

Description:

Russian .875 Silver Tongs, St. Petersburg, 1871, maker's mark Latin "IAL," assayer's mark Cyrillic "B.C," with gold-washed interior and tampers to terminals, lg. 5 5/8 in., approx. 2.4 troy oz.
Estimate $200-400

Rubbing to gold wash. Light surface abrasions/usage wear.


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