Antique American Holmes & Edwards Century Silverplate Cocktail Tongs

A petite pair of antique American silverplate tongs by Holmes & Edwards, originally designed as sugar tongs. Their compact 3 7/8-inch size makes them especially useful for modern entertaining: perfect for cocktail ice, olives and garnishes, hors d'oeuvres, garnishes, charcuterie and more.

The Century pattern features graceful, restrained ornamentation characteristic of early 20th-century American table silver. These are marked Holmes & Edwards Inlaid, the maker's designation for silverplated wares with additional silver applied at key points subject to greater wear.

Holmes & Edwards was an American silver manufacturer based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, known particularly for its Inlaid silverplate. The Century pattern was introduced in 1923 and remained in production; based on the pattern and markings, these tongs date to the early-to-mid 20th century, likely circa 1920s–1930s.

Dimensions: Approximately 3 7/8" long
Material: Holmes & Edwards Inlaid silverplate
Pattern: Century, introduced 1923
Era: Early-to-mid 20th century, circa 1920's-1930's
Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate surface wear and patina consistent with use.