Wick Trimmer

Object/Artifact

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Wick Trimmer

Entry/Object ID

2023.28.030

Description

Iron wick trimmer with scissor shape and function. Scissors are used to snip the wick of the candle. Bolt near the middle acts as a hinge. Arms are curved. Three legs on the bottom hold the object up. Patented snuffer, unusual mechanism.

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Category

Lighting

Made/Created

Date made

1840 - 1860

Place

Country

England

Location

United Kingdom

Region

Western Europe

Continent

Europe

Dimensions

Height

1/2 in

Width

2-1/4 in

Length

6 in

Material

Iron