Brass bottle tag?

[JackalopeZL1]

I found this yesterday and am wondering if anyone might be familiar with this company? I have done a google search and can not find anything on it. I found it at a sight with history from about 1860 to 1920.. EIMBALS Seems to be a German name. thanks in advance

 

[FreeBirdTim]

Gimbal's candies tag. Not sure what it was for, but it's definitely the Gimbal's logo.

 

[JackalopeZL1]

Thanks!! good deal, I just found this with your reply. I will email them

Gimbals Fine Candies - About Us

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

Probably part of a pair of sugar/candy tongs

 

[JackalopeZL1]

interesting? Never thought of that it would make sense with the folded over design. the brass is cracking and seems very light for something that would get so much use though.. I sent them a email last night so hopefully GIMBALS has someone that know their history.

 

[nhbenz]

I think there's no doubt that Charlie is correct. These tongs were an advertising item which were somewhat disposable, maybe on par with the chop sticks you get at a Chinese restaurant (or the nicer ones they used to give you). Here's a large collection of such items (I wish the seller had itemized the lot): Antique Advertising Candy Tongs - Buy @ Webstore item#47710547