Huge Duke University Brass Wall Plaque

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by simulant, Nov 15, 2024.

  1. simulant

    simulant Member

    I'm looking to find more information about this beautiful Duke brass wall plaque since I haven't been able to find anything similar. I suppose this could have hung anywhere from a professor's office to a fraternity wall or an alumni's home. I'm also curious as to how old this piece may be. I don't see any other marks besides the embossing on the front.

    By "huge" I mean it's 20.75" in diameter and weighs 3 lbs 9 oz.

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    simulant, Nov 15, 2024
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  2. Debora

    Debora Well-Known Member

    Debora, Nov 15, 2024
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  3. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    maybe sold on line from China..?
     
    komokwa, Nov 15, 2024
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  4. Debora

    Debora Well-Known Member

    Earlier than that, I'd think. Ordered through a catalog found in the book store.

    Debora
     
    Debora, Nov 15, 2024
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  5. wlwhittier

    wlwhittier Well-Known Member

    The cupped edge suggests Middle East origin, imho.
     
    wlwhittier, Nov 15, 2024
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