A little Swan iron with a repair
This little antique Swan Iron is an interesting find. I bought it on eBay in November 2024 for only $10. The soleplate measures 2 3/4″ long and the casting scar … Continue reading
A little Kenrick box iron with slug
In March 2024 I purchased this little cast iron lift-gate box iron that was listed on eBay UK. It measures 3.2″ front to back, 2.25″ in width, and is 4.4″ … Continue reading
The little Harpel Goose iron
In July 2024 I attended the PITCA Convention in Archbold, Ohio. I was able to examine during preview, then win, this 3 3/8″ long Harpel “Swan” Iron during the pre-convention … Continue reading
The little ALBA charcoal iron, trivet and grate
I purchased this little “brass” charcoal iron and its companion trivet in 2021 from a US seller on eBay. Once received, all pieces reacted to a magnet proving they are … Continue reading
Asbestos toy sad iron with removable hood
This is Dover Manufacturing Company’s little “Asbestos” nickel-plated sad iron marked PAT. MAY 22, 1900 on the top. Only 3″ tall, it measures 4″ x 1 7/8″ and came complete … Continue reading
The double pointed Banded Sheaf pattern
Each of these three little sad iron stands (trivets) supported a small double pointed sad iron; their oval shape and four angled iron guides are the tipoff. The center design … Continue reading
The Reading Hardware Company
The Reading Hardware Company was established in 1872 and continued in operation until 1950. It was an industrial leader in the United Sates from the 1880s to the late 1920s, … Continue reading
Wedgewood Stoves little trivet
From Tuesday’s Children: [a] in cast iron; [b] in aluminum. If you collect little trivets, you may recognize this one. It features a cast iron cookstove on the front with … Continue reading
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