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FNS-Antique Cast Iron Doorstop – Comstick 656/659 - $65 (Seattle)
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Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible antique cast iron handled doorstop (door porter), dating from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Produced by Comstick, the underside is heavily embossed with the maker's name, mold numbers 656 and 659, and a diamond hallmark stamp.
Features an elegant, ornate Victorian scrollwork handle centered over a fluted, shallow oval catchall basin. It has a gorgeous, rich naturally aged dark patina with authentic iron oxidation that highlights its primitive, rustic charm.
Dimensions:
• Base Basin: 11.25" x 8.25"
• Total Height: 5.5"
• Weight: Heavy, solid cast iron.
Key Selling Points for Buyers:
• 100% Authentic Antique: Legible foundry markings and clear pattern numbers on the bottom provide great provenance for collectors.
• Versatile Decor Piece: Functions perfectly as an industrial rustic doorstop, a unique entryway coin/key tray, or a primitive mantle display piece.
• Condition: Excellent antique condition. Structurally rock-solid with no cracks or repairs. Felt floor guards have been added to the feet to prevent scratching surfaces.
What Is This Item?
This is an antique cast iron handled doorstop (frequently referred to by collectors as a "door porter" or "sweatpea tray doorstop").
The item features a shallow, fluted oval basin design paired with an ornate, Victorian-style scrollwork loop handle. This specific configuration allowed homeowners in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to easily move the heavy iron weight from room to room using the high center handle to prop open exterior or heavy interior doors. The shallow bowl base also doubled casually as an entryway pin/coin tray or a match receiver.
Age, Maker, and Markings
• Estimated Age: Circa 1890s – 1920s (Late Victorian to Early Edwardian era).
• Manufacturer: The bottom is stamped with "COMSTICK" (a historic American foundry variation/spelling connected to regional cast iron housewares of the era) along with the foundry mold pattern numbers 656 and 659, and a classic diamond registration hallmark.
• Production Method: It features a heavy sand-cast iron texture on the reverse, complete with original drainage or alignment holes typical of old foundry production. The four tiny round protective pads on the base are a modern addition to protect hardwood floors.
hanks for the interest! I'm aiming to complete the sale in the next 48 hours, so no long holds. If you're ready to pick up, please reply with your phone number—a cell text number is ideal for smooth meetup coordination, but landlines work too if specified!
Price is firm, cash only.
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