Vintage silver Birmingham 1990 small candle stick

Vintage silver Birmingham 1990 small candle stick lovely small silver candle stick Hallmark AL unfortunately I can't find anything on maker nice condition some age related wear 7 cm tall 6 cm wide at base

Silver candlesticks have been made since the 17th century, but their popularity increased in the 18th and 19th centuries:

Early candlesticks

The earliest known candlesticks were made from clay and date back to around 400 BC. Brass was the most common metal used for candlesticks until silver became the preferred choice.

Silver candlesticks

Silver became the preferred metal for candlesticks due to its malleability, beauty, and resistance to burns. The discovery of new silver deposits and advances in technology allowed silversmiths to create more beautiful candlesticks and candelabras.

Size

Candlesticks made before the mid-18th century were usually small, measuring 6–8 inches (15.25–20.3 cm).

Manufacturing

The main method of manufacturing candlesticks from the late 17th century to the 1770s was casting. Stamping from sheet metal became the dominant technique in the 1770s.

Design

The 18th century saw a rapid change in fashion styles, from Queen Anne to Late Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassical, and Regency or Empire.

Popularity

Silver candlesticks are highly sought after by collectors and are among the most desired English silver objects.