Pair 18th Century Antique George III Era Sterling Silver Tongs London Hallmarks

Lovely antique condition, no splits or cracks, has some repair to both, no nasty knocks or dents, just minor little age-related surface bruises from normal use, but really nothing much at all. Letters ” ER ” are Engraved at the one tong.
Country: United Kingdom
One of the tongs has the maker’s mark of Richard Meach, particulary of 1774.
Hallmarks: London Late 18thC (1774)
Maker’s Marks: Henry Plumpton & Richard Meach
Length ±: 12 cm each
Total weight ±: 70 g.
Metal: Silver (0.925)
Authenticity unconditionally guaranteed!