John Foster II ? Tongs
John Foster II ? Tongs
Looking for confirmation on the maker of the tongs or a better identification please.
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StewartMcI
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Re: John Foster II ? Tongs
These appear to be dated 1806 and John Foster II was presumed (by Grimwade) to have died before 10 June 1795 when Hannah Foster (widow ?) entered a mark from the same address.
Other possibilities might be John Fisher or John Fuller, the first perhaps most likely as he is identified, with his father, as a spoonmaker.
Stewart
Other possibilities might be John Fisher or John Fuller, the first perhaps most likely as he is identified, with his father, as a spoonmaker.
Stewart
Re: John Foster II ? Tongs
Thank you! It's always good to know who it is not and to have another starting place.
Re: John Foster II ? Tongs
Graham Hodges book pg 212 ascribes this mark to John Fisher. You can also check his website at http://www.silversugartongs.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; for other tongs and info about Mr. Fisher.
Re: John Foster II ? Tongs
Thank you. John Fisher looks very good. Not that it appears you need it, but you are welcome to add this mark to your examples if it suits.