Vintage 1920’s Bronze Lion Franklin Aura Vincit Radiator Cap Hood Ornament
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This is an original Franklin Motorcar Radiator Cap or HoodOrnament that would have been used on the luxury cars made between 1924 and 1928. The hood ornament is in the shape of a rampant lion. The hood ornament is bronze and is 4 ¼ inches tall. It is mounted on a white marble base and with the base is 6 inches tall. The front of the lion is stamped Aura Vincit and the back is stamped with 1924 and the name of the designer but the name is not legible. The bottom is stamped with Bronze Co. New York. There is a work before bronze but it is not legible due to wear. This bronze has a wonderful brown patina. It is a great display piece with quite a history. Froo | Froo Cross Sell, Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application
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