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from Achallader, Argyllshire

Postcard of Snuffers.
000-100-103-606-C
© National Museums Scotland

Snuffers

Snuffers are used to trim or cut off the charred end of a candle wick. These brass snuffers are from Achallader in Argyllshire. They were made in the early 19th century, probably on mainland Europe.

The scissors-type snuffers have a pointed oval box into which the end of the wick is transferred when it is cut off. The lid of the box is decorated in relief with a winged head, a lion's head, a profile bust in a roundel and two male supporters.


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Online ID: 000-100-103-606-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MGQ 3
Date: Early 19th century
Material: Brass
Dimensions: 7.20" L / 2.65" L x 1.40" W box
What: Box / snuffers
Subject: Snuffers (NMAS Classification)
Who:
Where: Scotland, Argyll, Achallader
Event:
Description: Scissor type of brass snuffers, from Achallader, Argyllshire, early 19th century
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