A goffering iron, also known as a tally iron, was a metal object that was heated and then used to create frills, ruffles and/or founces in fabric.Cast iron Goffering iron Hand forged with ring on end.goffering, tally, ruffle, frill, flounces, clothing, goffering iron, dressmaking, grooming

Small goffering iron, used for small items and details on a garment.

Small travelling iron with stand. Also known as a 'Goffering' iron or 'Sad Iron'. The iron is in three parts - a base plate on which to place the hot iron - the top which consists of a handle, skirt, and locking device for the centre of the iron which placed on a fuel stove to heat. The core of this iron is asbestos.Patented - May 20 1900|Asbestosdomestic items, irons, personal effects, travel goods

This model 1880. The lower roller was removed and heated before use.Crimping or pleating iron with wooden handle."Crown." "Pat. Nov. 2 1875 July 3, 1877. Reissued Mar 23, 1880"ironing machines, goffering irons, crimping irons