Early 19th C. Iron Firemark - Poss United Fireman's Insurance With Eagle In Oval - Oct 15, 2023 | Treasure Quest Auctions In Ny
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Early 19th C. Iron Firemark - Poss United Fireman's Insurance With Eagle in Oval

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Early 19th C. Iron Firemark - Poss United Fireman's Insurance With Eagle in Oval
Early 19th C. Iron Firemark - Poss United Fireman's Insurance With Eagle in Oval
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Believed to be an original cast iron fire mark possibly by the United Firemen's Insurance Assoc of Philadelphia, c.1870's-90's Era. Oval in shape with "beaded" edging, letters U and F flanking a small eagle. Approx 12" in width. Firemarks were issued by property/casualty fire insurance companies to homeowners to signify being insured against fire loss. Affixed to the homes by agents, the belief was that fire-companies would prioritize insured homes when responding to fire calls. Some surface rusting/scaling.
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Early 19th C. Iron Firemark - Poss United Fireman's Insurance With Eagle in Oval

Estimate $200 - $400
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Starting Price $100
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