Wife and I found this on our daily treasure hunts. About 9" in diameter, and weighs about 4 lbs. 9 ounces. I believe it is made of copper. I think the intials of who made it are: J.M.S. And I think it was made Nov. 27, 1917.
Indian copper disc
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That's a very interesting casting and yes I agree it probably does date to the later 1910s. Who ever designed it may very well be a notable sculptor and artist. Hopefully someone will be able to shed some light on who did commission that. Please don't try to clean it.
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That’s a beautiful find. Congrats
I recognize the figure- that's Chief Pontiac. Here's a belt buckle with a similar image: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Chief-Pont...de-In-Taiwan/132399464936?hash=item1ed39f81e8
It's a fairly well known representation of the Chief. Maybe you can track down who did the original. That'd be something if it was a casting of that.
It's a fairly well known representation of the Chief. Maybe you can track down who did the original. That'd be something if it was a casting of that.
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I love it. I wouldn't let it go until I found out as much about it as could. Nice piece.
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That is just baaad azzzzz !!!!!!!!! Congrats !!!
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Here's a Chief Pontiac Hood Lamp...I agree that is the likeness you have which is very nice... Kace
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whatta neat find..congrats
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