This antique 19th century iron sugar nippers/cutter is a small primitive tool made of metal, with a naive and primitive style. The black nippers/cutter is unsigned and dates back to the 1800s, making it an original piece from the era. Perfect for collectors of antique metalwork, this small tool showcases the craftsmanship of the time and adds a touch of history to any collection. Sugar nippers were specialized hand tools used historically to cut or break apart large, hard sugar loaves or cones before granulated sugar became widely available. These tools, resembling pliers or tongs with sharp blades, were essential for obtaining manageable chunks of sugar for use in cooking, baking, or sweetening beverages.