Early 19th c. Lignum Vitae Plumber's Turnpin c.1840 Sports The serial number is 1A1758024-12

The serial number is 1A1758024-12 stamped in the inside

Original gold decals on the back

entitled Still Life

Breaks down to eleven pieces

Flag: W 11" H 7"

Early 19th c. Lignum Vitae Plumber's Turnpin c.1840 Sports The serial number is 1A1758024-12ABOUT A 19th century plumber's turnpin, which came in all sizes, usually made of a hard wood such as Lignum Vitae. Used for opening up the ends of lead pipes, hence the indented lines on the piece. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1840 1850. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Solid Lignum Vitae CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 4. 5 in. Diameter 3 in. HISTORY Argentine lignum vitae, native to South America, is an extremely