John A. Roebling Brass Ship's Bell
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American. 1900s. Cast brass on later-made stand. John. A. Roebling was a civil engineer who designed and built suspension bridges including the Brooklyn Bridge. A Steel Great Lakes bulk freight barge was named after him for which this bell was made. It was built at West Bay City MI by F. W. Wheeler & Co., Hull 126 and launched Aug 13, 1898. 12" x 15" Dia. From the William Robert Wilson Collection.
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Polished. Displayed on later manufactured harp and base.
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John A. Roebling Brass Ship's Bell
Estimate CA$1,200 - CA$1,500
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