Vintage Cast Iron Liberty Bell Bookends
Presented is a pair of vintage cast iron Liberty Bell bookends. The bookends depict the Liberty Bell, hanging from its wooden support, with the famous crack to the bell. The bells’ fronts show the words “PROCLAIM” and “LIBERTY,” part of the Liberty Bell's top inscription: “PROCLAIM LIBERTY THROUGHOUT ALL THE LAND UNTO ALL THE INHABITANTS THEREOF…” This quote is from the Bible, Leviticus 25:10. Also inscribed is the “PASS AND STOW, PHILADA, MDCCLIII” in raised relief.
The original bell, commissioned in 1752 from the London-based firm Lester and Pack, cracked upon its first test ring after arriving in Philadelphia. Two local Philadelphia metalworkers, John Pass and John Stow, offered to recast the bell. They melted down the original bell and recast it, twice, in 1753. The recast bell features the text "PASS AND STOW / PHILADA / MDCCLIII" (1753) on its surface.
CONDITION:
Fine condition. Cast iron, with bronzed finish. Flat backs, for display of books, and flat bottoms. Light tarnish and minor scuffs from past use, but details are still crisp.
Dimensions: 4 5/8" H x 4 3/4" W x 2" D each.
Accompanied by our company's letter of authenticity.
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Vintage Cast Iron Liberty Bell Bookends
Colorado
1 Lake Avenue
Colorado Springs CO 80906
United States
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