#7 • Antique Geneva Illinois Hand Fluter & Crimper Iron – Victorian Laundry Tool, 1866 Patent Era

Part of From Germany to Glacier View: The Extraordinary Life and Estate of Helga Larson (timed auction by Wild Alaska Auction Co)

Starting at $5.00

Status: Available

Bidding closes Oct 30, 2026 1:01 PM AKDT

Category: Vintage and Antiques

Antique hand-operated fluting and crimping iron marked “GENEVA ILL” and “FLUTER,” featuring a heavy cast metal base with ridged fluting surface and a matching curved, toothed pressing iron. Designed for creating decorative pleats, ruffles, and fluted edges in clothing and household linens during the Victorian era. Features a raised metal handle with shaped grip and interlocking corrugated pressing surfaces. Base measures approximately 5.5 inches wide.