Candle snuffer???

[93vector]

Found this in the yard of a 1700's house.
Appears to be either silver or pewter?? Pretty heavy

I was thinking either candle snuffer minus the handle or bell

Any thoughts??

 

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[Old Dog]

Not a candle snuffer ...
I don't think.
it would be of a more conical design to be a candle snuffer,

a service bell (missing the handle) would be my guess.
something to summon the maid or butler...etc.

Thom

 

[bradyboy]

paisty ?

 

[Noodle]

Small lamp base?

 

[Old River]

Looks like a bell to me. Here's one I found.

 

[Old Dog]

Good job River,
My Mom had one that was handed down through the family.
She may still have it somewhere.

Thom

 

[93vector]

Looks like a bell to me. Here's one I found.

Thanks.....I think we have a winner!!