Late 19th-Century Wooden Coffee Or Pepper Mill - 8"

This small wooden coffee or pepper mill dates to the late 19th century and features a charming dovetailed construction with a warm, timeworn patina. The cast iron grinding mechanism is topped with a curved handle ending in a rounded wooden knob, showing signs of use that add to its authentic appeal. A stamped brass plaque on the front bears the maker’s mark "E.G.," a detail that hints at its origin and craftsmanship.

Coffee and spice mills like this one were household essentials in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, allowing people to grind their own coffee beans or peppercorns for the freshest possible flavor. French and European manufacturers produced a variety of models, often with hand-carved wooden bodies and iron mechanisms. Today, pieces like this serve as enduring relics of daily domestic rituals from the past.

Ideal for adding vintage charm to a farmhouse-style kitchen, this mill can be displayed on a shelf alongside other antique kitchenware or used as a decorative accent on a coffee station. Its worn wood and rustic metal components also make it a great addition to a country-inspired dining area or a collector’s vignette showcasing old culinary tools.