L.D. Lothrop's Patent FOG HORN 2 SS MIDWAY Pat Aug 20 1901 #10710 *SD2

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L.D. Lothrop's Patent FOG HORN 2 SS MIDWAY Pat Aug 20 1901 #10710 *SD2Vintage L.D. Lothrops Patent FOG HORN Circa 1903Offered here is a wonderful piece of MARITIME HISTORY. An original L.D. Lothrop's Patent Fog Horn from the SS MIDWAY w/ low serial number #10710. The wood box measures approximately 18.5" x 16.5" x 9.5". While the wood handle of the horn measures 10.5". The box itself is still painted with the original red paint and black LOTHROP stamp. The leather strap is detached on one end. The horn bellows may need some attention as the hand crank is a little stiff.The Fog Horn has the original brass marker plate stamped with the serial number #10710, L.D. Lothrop, Gloucester MA, and the Pat Aug 20, 1901The foghorn was invented by Llewellyn Day Lothrop, born in Appleton, Maine in March of 1836. Mr. Lothrop opened a general ship chandlerâs business in 1880 on Duncan Street in Gloucester, Massachusetts and soon became the leading chandlery for fishing gear. He invented different swivels & hooks for fishing, but was best known for the famous, Lothrop PATENT Fog Horn of which no Gloucesterman would sail without. The foghorn in this listing is an example of those manufactured by the L.D. Lothrop Co.The designation at the end of the title line is for internal inventory only and unrelated to the item. This foghorn will make a great addition to your collection. We have tried to provide an accurate description and feature representative pictures. We guarantee the foghorn shown in the high resolution pictures is the actual foghorn you will receive. Thank you for viewing this listing.We are an ARIZONA based company that hosts large events all over the country with teams of buyers looking for most anything of value. Add us to your FAVORITES list as each week we list a wide variety of treasures including COINS, COLLECTIBLES, TIMEPIECES and GOLD & SILVER jewelry plus much, much more. And all at bargain prices. We proudly accept PAYPAL and provide the best customer service available to include liberal return policy, fast delivery and 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE.We only accept payments through PAYPAL from Verified Buyers and only ship to the Confirmed Address in the payment. We are an ARIZONA based company so charge 9.1% Sales Tax, but ONLY on those items shipped to an ARIZONA Confirmed Address.We normally ship three times a week excluding holidays and weekends. Any order purchased, paid and then shipped together, will qualify for a standard shipping discount within the United States. Insurance or additional services can be added upon request for additional charge. Please email for an updated, combined invoice. At this time, we ship internationally using the ebay established GLOBAL SHIPPING program.Payment is due within FOUR (4) DAYS of auction close and ebay UNPAID ITEM ASSISTANT automatically opens an unpaid item case on the Fifth Day. We DO NOT end auctions early, please don't ask.We have been in business since 2008 and selling with ebay since 2012. Our product for sale is typically Coins, Currency, Pocket Watches, Jewelry, and other valuables. We are very excited to begin offering some of our treasured findings to you via ebay and sincerely hope you enjoy shopping our listings. We look forward to growing our business with you and hope you will come back regularly as we are always posting new items. So take a look as you may find that special item you've always wanted. And always at a bargain price.We are committed to your complete satisfaction. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please communicate all concerns before leaving NEGATIVE or NEUTRAL Feedback or low Detailed Ratings. Unless otherwise stated in the auction, items are backed by our FOURTEEN (14) DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE for a completely risk and worry free buying experience. For assistance with any item, before and / or after the sale, feel free to email through ebay, as it is the most secure way of communication between buyer and seller.Please ask all questions and view all images before purchasing.... read more

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