Silver lump tongs, France, 19th century

Robust silver tongs in Biedermeier style.

Marked with the French Minerva mark for a purity of 800/1000. Also marked with a Belgian import or tax mark, which was used until 1869.

The pliers are provided with a monogram.

Weight: 32.1 grams. Length: 16 cm, width: 2.5 cm.