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Large Cast Iron Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom
By Walter MacFarlane & Co
Located in London, GB
of the shield was created in 1707 when the Act of Union was passed. A crowned lion tops the cast iron
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Late Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

17th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Dat and Family Shield
Located in Zedelgem, BE
Fireback, dating from the 18th century. To the Arms of Alliance of Louis-Alexandre Comte de Salles, Baron de Rorté, cavalry captain in the Orléans regiment, died in 1746 and of Mari...
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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Wall Hanging Victorian Cast Iron Royal Coat of Arms Shield Plaque
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Wall hanging Victorian cast iron royal coat of arms shield plaque This is a charming wall
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Antique 19th Century Georgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Viking Longboat Ship Cast Iron Chandelier with Horse Head and Shields
Located in Topeka, KS
condition. The cast iron has a natural patina that is simply splendid. The gilded shields too have their own
Category

Mid-20th Century Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Walter MacFarlane & Co English Cast Iron Royal Coat Of Arms Shield 61"
By Walter MacFarlane & Co
Located in Dayton, OH
Very heavy and large Mid 19th Century English Cast Iron Royal Coat of Arms Shield or Crest. Made
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Antique Mid-19th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Circa 1870 Pair of English Cast Iron Lion Doorstops
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A pair of cast iron doorstops - lions rampant with shields. Well modelled. A true facing pair
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Gothic Style Antique Cast Iron Sconces
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of antique sconces have cast iron filigree shields and light sockets. Wired for US
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Wrought Iron Shield Andirons with Decorative Crossbar, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron spiral ball finial andirons with flanking medallion shields
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Antique 1820s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Fireback from the 19th Century with a Shield Decorated with a Sunflower
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Fireback from the 19th century with a shield decorated with a sunflower.
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair Large Spanish Revival Sconces with Original Mica Shields
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Prescott, US
Pair of large and impressive 1920s Spanish Revival sconces with their original mica shade. They have been painstakingly restored to exactly match original finish and color by our in...
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Vintage 1920s American Rancho Monterey Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Federal Brass Urn Finial Shield Engraved Andirons. Phil. C 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American Federal brass andirons with shield engraved urn finials, shield engraved plinths
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Antique Early 1800s American Federal Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Large English Industrial Table by Benthall, circa 1910
Located in Gloucester, GB
Large English industrial table by Benthall circa 1910 - Will seat 8-10 - Cast iron base
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Vintage 1910s English Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

English Steel Firebasket in the Gothic Manner
Located in London, GB
to the Gothic style throughout, the cast iron back plate with shield and decorative embellisments
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Antique 18th Century English Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel

Cast Iron Renaissance Style Shield circa 1900 Antique Medieval Bronzed Armour
Located in Newtown, CT
This beautifully detailed cast iron shield is decorated in Renaissance style. I have not identified
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Iron Wood Chandelier Gothic Medieval Knight Figure, circa 1920
Located in Houston, TX
framing the figure of a Medieval knight. Made of forged iron affixed to a wooden beam having armorial cast
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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Set of 10 large cast iron armorial shields
Located in London, GB
Set of 10 large cast iron armorial shields from the pier at Great Yarmouth Harbour, circa 1900. Can
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Early 20th Century British Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Tripod Pedestal
Located in Paris, FR
tooth edge. In the pedestal’s lower part, a cast iron disc, which evokes a shield, gets into the weapon
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Early 20th Century Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Tripod Pedestal
Cast Iron Tripod Pedestal
H 46.07 in Dm 10.24 in
1880s Cast Iron Shield Salvaged from a Boston, MA Building
Located in New York, NY
Antique cast iron shield. This item can be viewed at our 149 Madison Avenue location in Manhattan.
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Antique 1880s American Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Georgian Wrought Iron Estate Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very good quality wrought iron gate with cast iron shield decorations. This gate has a working
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Georgian Wrought Iron Estate Gate
Georgian Wrought Iron Estate Gate
H 55.12 in W 96.07 in D 1.78 in
English Cast Iron Coat of Arms Shield, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English Cast Iron Coat of Arms Shield, 19th Century
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Antique 19th Century English Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Belgian Cast Iron Heraldic Coat of Arms Shield
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Belgian cast iron heraldic coat of arms shield This coat armorial is very heavy piece, it is
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Antique French Empire Brass and Cast Iron Fireplace Log Holder with Shield Lions
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French empire brass and cast iron fireplace log holder with shield lions. Item features
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

19th Century Turkish Ottoman Miniature Iron and Brass Battle Shield
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare miniature 18th century style ottoman or Moorish iron battle shield with brass trim and
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Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Moorish Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Metal Shield/Crest, circa 1850
Located in Surrey, BC
A convex, wall-mounted shield or crest, made with steel with tin applied details. Hand-sculpted
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Medieval Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Tin

Metal Shield/Crest, circa 1850
Metal Shield/Crest, circa 1850
H 36 in W 30 in D 6 in
Antique French Cast Iron Wall Shield, C. 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
A fascinating iron shield that was cast in France, circa 1890, this round armorial piece features a
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Antique 1890s French Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Iron

Early 1900s Cast Iron Parade Shield from France
Located in Dallas, TX
, there was a renewed interest in the decorative arts of the Renaissance. Our shield was likely cast
Category

Early 20th Century French Renaissance Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Very Large English Cast Iron Royal Coat of Arms Shield
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very large English cast iron Royal Coat of Arms shield Needless to say this Coat Armorial is
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron 19th Century French Lion Shield Curved Plaques with Patina, a pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From France, a pair of cast iron plaques showing a dancing lion, a five-pointed star, and raised
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Wall Hanging Victorian Cast Iron Royal Coat of Arms Shield Plaque
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Wall hanging Victorian cast iron royal coat of arms shield plaque Needless to say this charming
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Antique Mid-19th Century High Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs of Rampant Lions Resting on Shield
By Alfred Stevens
Located in St. Louis, MO
A wonderful pair of cast iron andirons or fire dogs, painted black and modeled as rampant lions
Category

Antique 1890s English Beaux Arts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Heavy Cast Iron Buck Deer Stag Animal Head Shield Hunt Plaque
Located in Dayton, OH
Heavy vintage cast iron wall hanging plaque in the shape of a shield with a rounded top, mounted
Category

Early 20th Century Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Architectural Cast Iron Gate Door from Lichtenfels and Young, Dated 1877
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully intricate cast iron crest shield gate decorated with 'fleur de lis' and 'feuilles
Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Gold, Iron, Silver

19th Century Iron Wall Hanging Shield Fire Back
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
solid cast Iron, the shield is decorated with mythical Warriors and beasts, there are 2 images of the
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Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Urn With Fiske Provenance
Located in Katonah, NY
A cast-iron urn in the Shield and Leaf pattern on crane pedestal, manufactured by J. W. Fiske Iron
Category

Antique 19th Century American Urns

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Coat of Arms Shield
Located in Hartlepool, GB
Vintage cast iron coat of arms shield.
Category

Early 20th Century English Country Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century Dutch Cast Iron Horse Harness Holder on Wooden Shield
Located in Raalte, NL
19th century Dutch cast iron harness holder on wooden shield from the collection of Mrs. Harinxma
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Renaissance Revival Iron Shield on a custom stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cast iron Renaissance Revival shield Continental, circa 1870, on a later custom iron stand. 22.5
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Antique 19th Century Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Iron Candlabra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cast iron with claw feet,shields and gargoyles, 4 lights
Category

Antique 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

French Four Drawer Oak Commode
Located in New Orleans, LA
French four drawer oak commode with cast iron pulls. Shield shaped brass escutcheons.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Four Drawer Oak Commode
French Four Drawer Oak Commode
H 38 in W 51 in D 24 in
Long Cast Iron Window Guard with Shield
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This extra long window guard is made of sturdy cast iron and features a handsome shield design.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Long Cast Iron Window Guard with Shield
Long Cast Iron Window Guard with Shield
H 36 in W 91.5 in D 6.5 in
Vintage Victorian Cast Iron Pub Table with Round Mahogany Top
Located in Charlotte, NC
mahogany wood top, black painted decorative cast iron base, women bearing shields filigree apron, lower
Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Tables

Materials

Iron

German Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Decorative Shield
Located in Southampton, NY
German finely detailed cast iron Renaissance Revival decorative shield. The shield is decorated
Category

Antique 19th Century German Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Shield For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cast iron shield for your home. Each cast iron shield for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron shield, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each cast iron shield bearing Victorian, Baroque or Folk Art hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Cast Iron Shield?

Prices for a cast iron shield can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $190 and can go as high as $22,353, while the average can fetch as much as $2,450.
Questions About Cast Iron Shield
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.