Trimmer, Wick

1968.983.19
from the collection of
Creation Date
1850 – 1885

Dimensions

6.35 cm. W x 14.605 cm. L Item (Overall)

Description
Candle snuffer, a substantial instrument of steel, works in a scissors-like fashion. The 2 parts are riveted together at the center. The finger grips are slightly raised. One blade is 1" wide to accommodate the clipped off wick. 5.75" long.
Related People and Organizations
Peterson, Aage
Peterson, Hansine (Koefod)
Geographic Notes
Starbuck, Minnesota
Geographic Names
Starbuck, Pope, Minnesota, United States, NA [45.6144,-95.53115] [id:5048587]
Contact the Pope County Historical Society for more information
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