On offer is an elegant pair of Georgian sterling silver sugar tongs, fully hallmarked for London, 1803, and crafted by the renowned silversmithing partnership of Peter, Ann & William Bateman. This collaboration represents a rare overlap of three of the most significant names in English silver history.

Measuring 5.5 inches long and weighing 32 grams, these tongs feature exquisite bright-cut engraved decoration and retain a clear monogram cartouche — a graceful marriage of artistry and function. The hallmark includes the crowned leopard’s head (London), lion passant (sterling), date letter “H” for 1803, and the triple maker’s mark PB / AB / WB.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic Georgian silver – fully hallmarked for 1803
✅ Made by Peter, Ann & William Bateman – historic London makers
✅ Bright-cut engraving – crisp with original cartouche
✅ Size: 5.5 inches (14 cm) | Weight: 32 grams
✅ Condition: Very good antique condition – no damage or repairs
✅ Excellent patina – untouched original finish

💡 Styling Tip:
Beautiful displayed with a tea set or Georgian silver collection — or actually used in elegant teatime service for a tactile link to the Regency era.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of Georgian and Bateman silver
✔️ Fine English tea and silverware enthusiasts
✔️ Historic gifting with monogrammed charm
✔️ Museum-quality collections and academic interest

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
The Batemans are among the most celebrated silversmiths of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This piece bears the joint mark of Peter, Ann, and William Bateman — a hallmark configuration registered in January 1800 and active until 1805. Their work is known for superb craftsmanship and restrained neoclassical elegance, now highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
We ship worldwide, with tracked and insured options. Shipping costs vary by destination and service — but you’ll always see the final shipping cost before confirming checkout. No surprises, ever.

This is more than a serving piece — it’s a rare touch of Georgian refinement, steeped in family tradition and timeless design.

📌 Don’t miss your chance to own silver from one of the greatest names in English history — once it’s gone, it’s gone.

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