Lot 163

Antique 19th Century Primitive Tin 12 Hole Taper Candle Mold

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Antique 19th Century Primitive Tin 12 Hole Taper Candle Mold

Starting Bid: $25

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by One Source Auctions
August 3, 2026 5:00 PM EDT
Live Auction
177 S. Main St.
Canandaigua, NY, US 14424

Commonly used in households and homesteads during the 1800s, these utilitarian tools allowed families to efficiently pour dozens of candles at once using beeswax or animal tallow. Hand-soldered from heavy-gauge sheet tin, featuring 12 individual vertical taper tubes arranged in rows. Flat rectangular top plate with open pouring holes, a matching flat base plate to allow the unit to sit flat, and a sturdy rolled tin or strap handle attached to the side for safe transport near a hot hearth. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

  • Dimensions: 10.75" tall x 8" x 4"
  • Condition: Good Condition with wear from age

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