Antique Vintage Powhatan Cast Iron & Bronze Fire Hydrant Coupling Converter RARE
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:3352039 |
Antique Vintage Powhatan Cast Iron & Bronze Fire Hydrant Coupling Converter Valve. This would be attached to a fire hydrant to be able to control and use smaller hoses. As shown it measures about 11 1/2" x 12" and 4" wide; it weighs 14 pounds. It is marked Powhatan Ranson W VA in several places and has FF in a diamond logo mark as well. The larger end is marked 2 1/2 but the opening is at least 3" wide. Great condition with a fine aged patina - see my 12 photos. A rare and wonderfu...l piece of firefighting history. Guaranteed genuine as described.
Powhatan Brass & Iron Works - Ranson, WV"In 1832, the Powhatan Brass and Iron Works was established in Ranson, West Virginia. The name was taken from the great Chief Powhatan, supreme leader of the confederation of Algonquin tribes in the early 1600’s."
Powhatan Brass & Iron Works - Ranson, WV"In 1832, the Powhatan Brass and Iron Works was established in Ranson, West Virginia. The name was taken from the great Chief Powhatan, supreme leader of the confederation of Algonquin tribes in the early 1600’s."
