Monday 3rd August - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables

Monday 3rd August - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables

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Lot 449: A Pair of Victorian Hammered Copper and Brass Fireplace Items comprising a Coal Scuttle and Tongs

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Start price: £20

Estimated price: £30 - £50

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This set comprises a helmet-shaped coal scuttle and matching scissor-action tongs. The scuttle body is constructed from hand-hammered copper with a martelé finish and visible riveted seams. It features a fixed cast brass handle attached via decorative lion-mask mounts. The piece is supported by three cast brass lion-paw tripod feet. The matching cast brass tongs are joined by a central pivot and terminate in ribbed circular gripping ends.