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548
Lunenburg Foundry, Nova Scotia Ship's Wheel
Estimate:
CA$700 - CA$900
Sold
CA$3,500
Live Auction
Part 2: Advertising, Railroadiana & Historic Objects | The William Robert Wilson Collection
Size
30" Dia (handle to handle) x 2".
Description
Canadian. 1915-1930. The famous "Bluenose" schooner (the one on the back of the Canadian dime) was built in Lunenburg and was originally outfitted with a "Foundry" steering wheel. Marked, "Lunenburg Foundry Eng Ltd Nova Scotia", on rim.
Condition
Great condition. The front surfaces have been polished.
Medium
Brass and wood.