Old iron speckle - Extinguisher candle church Candlestick 19th century

This mouchette is made of iron and dates from the 19th century. With a rather sober design, it rests on three legs. The mouchette is an ancient instrument in the shape of a chisel. It was intended to cut the burnt wick of a candle and was provided on its blade with a small receptacle to collect it. This has a spring as a mechanism, it was used in churches to extinguish candles and candles. Dimension: 18 cm long. In good condition, I report traces of rust and scratches of use. This ancient instrument of everyday life is rare nowadays. In decoration, to accompany you old candlesticks and in the evening: to test your guests on this mystery object!.