It's a fish, but!

Hi all what do people think this is heavy brass I believe 100mm long. My belief is a paper weight and storage for paper clips maybe but what do I know cheers chris

 

Hi Chris,
I had a similar one several years ago(30). I used to hold a Brillo pad at the kitchen sink. I have no idea what it was used for originally.
greg

 

And I thought this was going to be a lesson on Ichthyology anatomy.......................

 

That all makes sense thanks. Should I polish or leave

 

It may not be solid brass so you may not want to polish it until you're sure.

It could be a brass wash on spelter. I'd scratch-test it in an inconspicuous spot.

 

First thing, try a magnet. If it sticks, it's brass colored with iron/nickel underneath. No stick = made of something else. That's always the first test however since it's nondestructive.

 

Not magnetic so will polish up and show when done

 

After u polish it find a pair of red rhinestones that fit the eye holes and glue them in, making yours unique. Post pic of completed object here.

 

I like that will do

 

I've also seen these used in kitchens for sponges or scrubbing pads.

 

Still a bit to go

 

And they ask why I won't swim anywhere but the bathtub.......................


PS Nice job on the polishing!

 

WANNA see the RED eyes....waa waa!!!!!