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What is the point of a candle snuffer?

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What is the point of a candle snuffer?
The point of a candle snuffer is to extinguish candles more carefully. Using one to put out a flame is less likely to cause wax splatters and damage to the candle than blowing out the wick. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique candle snuffers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Gilt Florentine Candle Snuffer Lamp
Located in Riverdale, NY
Charming Gilt Florentine Candle Snuffer Lamp from the 1960's. Designed as an electrified candle
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Brass Candle Snuffer Wand - India
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A long brass candle snuffer, made in India. Created from brass, this long candle snuffer will be a
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Twisted Moon Candle Snuffer
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your candle-lighting ritual with this enchanting Vintage Boho Twisted Moon Candle Snuffer
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Antique Edwardian pair of candle snuffers & tray
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian pair of candle snuffers & tray having a lovely pair of electroplated candle
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Candle Snuffer, Made from Silver, Gold and Patinated Metal, Contemporary Work.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Candle snuffer, made from silver, gold and patinated metal, contemporary work. A delicate and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Antique Metal and Wooden Handle Candle Snuffer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Victorian silver plated and wooden handle candle snuffer. Candle snuffer with carved wood
Category

Mid-20th Century British Victorian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Wood

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