^Lot 1095 Folding Hook and Spike Model Candlestick CO - Cripple Creek,Teller County - Mining Hard goods/Import

Very unique folding hook and spike model candlestick. The nicely designed folder incorporates fuse-cutter blade and blasting cap crimper in the folding hook. It is made out of steel, and measures 7” and 8.75” folded and unfolded. Note that the handle has been made into a “high grader’s” handle, this was a technique used to smuggle gold out of the mines. This candlestick was said to be used in the Colorado, Cripple Creek District. Wilson 241, RCS 33. - Ken & Rosemary Roberts Collection