19th century, brass merchant gold scales with fitted case, lined in deep violet velvet (case 6 x 3 x 1 in.); cast iron candle snuffer with gilt finish (6 in.). Both unsigned.

The Estate of the late Dr. Larry Southworth, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Scattered rust spotting and gilt wear to snuffer; the scale pans detached (areas of loss to string); surface wear and soiling to scale case.