Hand-wrought of iron, this primitive three-legged trivet was made for an open hearth and would have held small pots or cups for hot toddies. It is wonderfully primitive with each section of the trivet measuring 6.5" long and each side joined to the next piece in differing joints, one is open, one is tightly closed and the other with a small opening. 
It stands 2" tall and is over 250 years old.