A "penny Farthing" Coin Display

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Darth Morgan Pillar of the Community United States 2815 Posts	Posted 01/17/2015 11:48 am I picked this odd little item up recently. I think it may have been some sort of counter display in a bicycle shop from days gone by. It's a charming little piece. It looks good on my book shelf. If anyone can shed light on the history of this item it would be greatly appreciated. Report this Post to the Staff

matttheriley Pillar of the Community United States 1512 Posts	Posted 01/17/2015 12:56 pm That is so cool! Report this Post to the Staff
bpoc1 Rest in Peace United States 4078 Posts	Posted 01/17/2015 3:39 pm Here is information about the bicycle http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penny-farthing Just watched a show where "Ric's Restoration" restored one. ( the bike) I have no information on your piece but very nice. Report this Post to the Staff
leyther8008 New Member United Kingdom 10 Posts	Posted 01/17/2015 3:57 pm I'm afraid they are very common in England mass produced for the nostalgia market most antique centres will have a couple of examples. Report this Post to the Staff
bpoc1 Rest in Peace United States 4078 Posts	Posted 01/17/2015 4:34 pm Quote: I'm afraid they are very common in England mass produced for the nostalgia market most antique centres will have a couple of examples. What a bummer. Still a neat piece. Report this Post to the Staff
leyther8008 New Member United Kingdom 10 Posts	Posted 01/18/2015 05:43 am Indeed a nice conversation starter. And according to folklore its where the term 'breakneck speed' came from hence the advice under the bike. Edited by leyther8008 01/18/2015 05:45 am Report this Post to the Staff
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