Antique Silver Embroidery Scissors * Germany * Circa 1850

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Antique Silver Embroidery Scissors
Germany * Circa 1850
These silver handled embroidery scissors have scallop shell patterns on the shanks with lacy and leaf like designs around the bows
.
T
he condition
of the silver is nice with no dents or splits and the handles test 800/1000 pure silver. One side may have a repair but it was well done and is sturdy.
The steel blades are tight with intact points and cut very well to the tips.
T
hey measure
4 1/4" long.
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