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Antique Cast Iron Highland Lighthouse Cape Cod Doorstop

$ 789.35

Availability: 26 in stock
  • Weight: 6.4 lbs
  • Object Type: Door Stop
  • Primary Material: Cast Iron
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Condition: In very good condition with a some paint loss & wear. Original paint.
  • Style: Lighthouse
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Type: Doorstops
  • Maker: Unknown

    Description

    Antique Cast Iron Highland Lighthouse Cape Cod Doorstop
    Rare & original lighthouse doorstop
    Located in North Truro, Mass., this lighthouse was authorized for construction by George Washington in 1796.  It was the first lighthouse in the nation to have a flashing light.  Still in use today it is now the oldest & tallest lighthouse on Cape Cod.   An example of this piece is shown in "The Doorstop Book" by John & Nancy Smith on page 245.
    Two piece construction with a screw joining the lighthouse to the base from underneath.  Embossed on the front base: "Highland Light Cape Cod".  In very good condition with a some paint loss & wear.  Original paint.
    Measures
    8
    inches tall by 9 1/4" wide across the base.
    Weighs 6.4 lbs.
    At cost shipping, fully insured.