Antique Primitive Small Size Plunger Type Wood Butter Mold Nice Heart Design

Description: A beautiful antique small size turned wood or wooden butter mold. This small plunger type mold has an engraving of a heart with curved decoration around it. The wooden case of the mold is plain and is inwards sloped while having a rounded flat top and a raised ring in the middle. The plunger itself is rod-shaped with a knob shaped top. It protrudes from the top of the case through a round opening and holds the disk print portion. The entire piece is made of lathe-turned wood having a nice age patina and dark coloring. Please carefully review the photos presented as they are part and parcel of our description.

Date: Mid to late 1800s

Origin: Purchased in an estate auction in Southeastern Pennsylvania. The piece was most likely made in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. Size: The print itself measures ~1" in diameter, the mold measures ~1 1/4" in diameter at the bottom, and the case of the mold measures ~1 1/2" in height, and the entire piece is ~2 1/2" in height with the plunger fully extended. The mold weighs slightly less than one ounce.

Maker: Unknown.

Marks: Unmarked.

Distinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece: Very interesting and well made butter mold with a nice and very desirable design. This is a nice small butter mold, which would make a nice addition to your collection.

Condition: The piece is in very good condition. It has no breaks or repairs. It has general wear and soiling commensurate with its age and use. The piece has some surface scratches and light stains throughout. The top of the plunger, namely the knob, has some losses along the top edge, which can be seen in the photos. Be that as it may, this does not distract from its quality or beauty. A nice piece showing honest signs of use. Please see photos to appreciate its beauty and condition.