{"product_id":"vintage-silverplate-lion-paw-tongs","title":"Vintage 20th c. English Silverplate Sugar Tongs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVintage English Sugar Tongs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evintage circa 1930\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efound in the French countryside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esilverplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6\" long \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delicate pair of antique silverplate sugar tongs, adorned with graceful floral detailing and petite clawed ends. Traditionally used to pick up sugar cubes before granulated sugar became standard. The claw or pronged ends are designed to gently grip a cube without crushing it—very typical of Victorian-era designs. Once used to serve sugar cubes during tea service, they bring a refined, old-world charm to any table. Beautifully suited for entertaining or simply resting beside a morning coffee, they offer a subtle nod to European tradition and timeless hospitality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming way to serve cocktail garnishes or small pastries or berries.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique \u0026 Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50483271860499,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0922\/8553\/4483\/files\/IMG_0031.jpg?v=1775150597","url":"https:\/\/www.maisonblue.com\/products\/vintage-silverplate-lion-paw-tongs","provider":"Maison Blue","version":"1.0","type":"link"}