Tongs with shell form pincher, mark of Rix Jordan, active in Richmond (1812-1840), Essex County (1840-1841), and later in Hampton (1850-1857); salt spoon with mark of Gennet & James, active in Richmond (1847-1855). Both with period script monogram.

tongs 6 7/8 in.

1.40 total troy oz.

Collection of a Gentleman, Eastern North Carolina

Some scattered light scratches, overall good estate condition.