ANTIQUE SWEDEN SILVER HIGH RELIEF ORNATE FLORAL TONGS Start Price USD 64.00 Current Price USD 64.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, October 07, 2008 End Time Tuesday, October 14, 2008 Location Kentucky See more about 'ANTIQUE SWEDEN SILVER HIGH RELIEF ORNATE FLORAL TONGS' Description  This auction is for.......... ESTATE ANTIQUESTUNNING, made in SWEDEN,ornate floral TongsHARD TO FIND PIECE!!!WHAT A LOVELY ANTIQUE PIECE! Wonderful high quality, artistry and workmanshipDETAILS: This piece is marked with SWEDEN on the inside of the tong and is also marked AL on the opposite tong.    This piece is in the gorgeous pattern that I believe is quite old.  Since this is from an estate I do not know the exact age. ....this is a RARE piece TO FIND DESCRIPTION: ....Exquisite estate piece. The pattern is stunning with high relief floral sprays on the pincers and a floral mid-section button.  The entire stem is triple threaded with the opposite stem being etched and fluted.  Perfect for sugar, petit fours, desserts, fruits, etc.  Anytime you need a gorgeous pair of tongs.  Use them often as they are beautiful. see closeups.   SIZE: This pair of tongs measures  just shy of 3 1/2  inches in total length. The bowl of the pincers 3/4 inches X 1/4 inches wide.  NO MONOGRAM on this piece.. CONDITION: This piece is in lovely antique condition. No dings, nicks or dents.   I have only cleaned it very lightly and it would benefit with additional silver polish cleaning upon arrival.  They open and close with ease and I cannot find any defects on this piece. .See closeups.Be sure to check all of our great auctions for quality, price and service. Please ask questions or address concerns prior to bidding.BUYER TO PAY $4.77 USPS SHIPPING FIRST CLASS with delivery confirmationBE ----8977 PLEASE READ ALL the PRINT! - Postage Shipping & Handling: I will combine auctions to save you postage. I charge very reasonably for shipping and don’t plan to make money on high postage fees. Shipping charges quoted are for Continental USA only. ALASKA & HAWAII & INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS will need to request shipping prices for this item. I wrap each item separately and use plenty of bubble wrap, stuffing and sturdy boxes/envelopes to ensure a safe transit to your home. - Insurance is at bidder's expense: Uninsured items which are lost or damaged during shipment, are the bidders responsibility. All first class postage items and boxes without insurance will include Delivery Confirmation. We encourage items to be insured to protect your investment. - All Glass, Porcelain, Pottery items must be insured. I feel delicate pieces should be insured to protect your investment. - International Bidders: Should contact me with quotes for shipping costs, payment is only accepted by Paypal for International bidders.  ALL INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS ARE WELCOME. - Payments must be received within 10 working days or items will be relisted . I accept Paypal, personal check, money order.  Please let me know within 3 days after the end of the auction your payment method. - Satisfaction guaranteed: You have 24 hours to notify me that you wish to return an item in the condition shipped, for a full refund of purchase price, less postal fees. I describe each item as best I can with accurate copy descriptions and plenty of photos.  If you are not pleased with your item, please contact me first before leaving neg. feedback so we can resolve any problems. We mail within 2 days after payment (personal checks are held 3-7 days). All items are from estates and are not new, unless stated otherwise. Use reasonable expectations, not every minor scratch, bump, etc. can be noted but we do our best to note flaws. We guarantee our items as described. If for any reason you are not happy with your purchase, please contact me before leaving feedback so we can resolve any problems.  Place a Bid!