Lot 243: A Set of Bright-Cut Engraved Teaspoons and Sugar Tongs Retailled by Collingwood and Son
A set of flatware comprising teaspoons and a matching pair of sugar tongs, each featuring bright-cut engraved floral and foliate decoration to the handles. The items are presented in their original fitted burgundy case with a dark blue velvet interior. The cream satin-lined lid bears the gilt-printed mark for Collingwood and Son, Silversmiths of Middlesbrough, Sunderland, and West Hartlepool, positioned beneath a crown crest. Hallmarks are visible on the stems and handles of the pieces but are not clearly legible from the provided images.
Condition report:
The pieces show surface tarnish consistent with age. The presentation case exhibits wear to the exterior edges. The cream satin lining of the interior lid displays foxing and staining. Two paper lot tags are present.
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