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Fire Association of Philadelphia Fire Marker

$1,500

£1,138.77

€1,302.52

CA$2,095.72

A$2,330.90

CHF 1,217.12

MX$28,364.52

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Fire Association of Philadelphia fire marker. Used primarily for advertising purposes, fire marks were used from 1752 to circa 1900. Going back to their early practices, the Philadelphia Contributionship and The Baltimore Equitable Society still issue fire marks. Similar one in the Fireman's Hall Museum. The Trustees of the Fire Association of Philadelphia, currently known as the Fire Association of Philadelphia, was a separate insurance entity of an association of firemen formed to promote harmony and regulate the volunteer fire companies. It was the first insurance company in America to be organized and managed by the volunteer firemen. Formed without any capital, the Philadelphia volunteers pledged their firehouse and equipment to pay losses, while the Trustees were personally liable. The insurance company was so successful that the volunteers in other cities used the Fire Association’s charter and fire mark as a model. Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source.

Dimensions:

Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Iron

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Unknown

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Coeur d'Alene, ID

Reference Number:

Seller: AG17471stDibs: LU4019341778502

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