Late 17th-19th century AD. A group of five implements of various dates and uses: an early English candle snuffer made of iron with tag giving a date of circa 1690-1720, hinges still functional; a metal North European candle snuffer with tag giving date of circa 1780-1790, articulate hinges; metal shears held in leather sheath with brass chape, 'NOGENT' stamped on one blade; metal spoon with deep bowl and two robed figures standing on decorative columnar shoulders and stem; a campaign knife and fork in wood and brass case, knife blade marked 'PARIS'. 387 grams total,15-22cm (6 - 8 3/4"). Property of an East Anglia gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. [5, No Reserve]