Early 1900's Fire Mark from Home Insurance Co. of New York. Painted Tin. In Remarkable Condition!

Early 1900'S Fire Mark from Home Insurance Co. of New York. The black and gold painted tin fire mark is in remarkable condition and reads: "INSURED HOME NEW YORK". Fire marks were purchased from firefighting companies by building owners as a way to guarantee help whenever a fire occurred.

Circa early 1900's

Approximately 8" x 5"

Painted tin.

Four holes.

None.

This is from a fire and rescue collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay-C06/12/19 PAJV15 LABEX5/15

9- (Excellent+): The fire mark shows only mild wear to surface and reverse shows minor to moderate oxidation, nearly all the painted details remain fully intact, overall remarkable condition.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.