Premier and Emporium Auctions
Fri, May 15, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 181
Virginia Coin Silver Tongs and Eye Glass Case
Estimate: $200 - $300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
American, 19th century, sugar tongs with bright cut decoration and shell terminals, marks for John Adams (Alexandria, Virginia working 1796-1848), monogram, 5-3/4 in.; eye glass case, unmarked, possibly American coin silver, monogramed "A Thockmorton", 5 in.?Provenance: Private Collection
both with typical wear
