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19th Century Cast Iron Horse Wagon Tether Weight

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:150.00 - 300.00 USD
19th Century Cast Iron Horse Wagon Tether Weight
Featured in this lot is this cast iron horse wagon tether weight circa 19th century. This is a 30lb horse wagon tether weight that features an anchor that is reads as follows: 30 - FB and shows a 30 on the bottom of the weight and is constructed from cast iron. From the estate collection of Lloyd Kent and Phyllis DeVore passed owners of the historic DeVore’s Saddlery Helena, Montana. Helena Saddlery of Helena, MONT. Was founded in 1890 and was the predecessor to DeVore Saddlery. Upon Lloyd Kent DeVore’s (also referred to as L. Kent) college graduation he purchased his father Lloyd’s business, the Helena Saddlery and Tent on Lawrence Street, and renamed it DeVore’s Saddlery in circa 1950. Kent learned his craft from some local greats such as Jack Miller and George Hargrave who also worked for DeVore’s. Both L. Kent and his bride Phyllis have since passed away and these pieces are being offered by the family estate. The condition of this wagon tether weight is good with no obvious signs of damage and shows good overall condition. The measurements of this wagon tether weight is 4 3/4" x 7" x 7".