~~Early 1800's Hand Forged Iron Rush Light - Candle Socket Counterbalance~~


I am offering for your consideration an exceptional 1800's hand forged iron rush light with a not often found and most desirable candle socket counterbalance. It was purchased from a Pennsylvania blacksmiths collection.

****Rush-light holders were mostly same pattern as to the way the jaws held the rush, the chief variation being in the case of the spring holders, which were the latest in date. The usual and older pattern had the jaws upright, their only difference being in the shape and treatment of the free end of the movable jaw and the shape of the base. The more typical counter-balance weight was formed either into a 'knob or a curl. Occasionally, it had somewhat the shape of a candle-socket (such as this one I am offering). Later, when tallow dip-candles came into use, the counterbalance was utilized as an actual candle-socket.****

This piece has an exceptional form. It measures 12 inches tall, while the circular forged base measures 5 inches in diameter.

It remains untouched. I have not attempted to clean or alter the surface in any way.

Circa early to mid 1800's. Found in Berks County Pennsylvania.

















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