Ship propeller - Bronze

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A bronze ship propeller dating from the early to mid 20th century with a left‑hand rotation marked “LH”, 55 cm diameter, 9 cm height and 3 cm inner depth, showing a dark patina and wear in good used condition.

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Description from the seller

This is a three-blade ship propeller, made of bronze or gunmetal (a copper-tin-zinc alloy). The dark patina and wear indicate considerable age. As an antique/vintage maritime piece, it has collectible value.

- Visible: "LH" = Left Hand (left-handed propeller, rotates counterclockwise)
- Possibly also a size number above
- Text runs around the hub
- On the right: something that looks like "MM.31" or a diameter/spin/pitch indication
- The construction and marking style point to European origin, probably
- British, Dutch, or Belgian — given the "LH" marking in English and the construction style
- Likely early-to-mid 20th century (1920s–1960s)

Note: The initials of the inspector or foundryman who checked the propeller during production — this was a common practice for ship propellers from the 1920s–1940s
Or a quality or batch mark of the foundry

Dimensions
Diameter: 55x55 cm
Height: 9 cm
Bore: 3 cm
Used, the surface has scratches visible in the photo.

The photos are part of the description (what you see is what you get).

This item is professionally manufactured and packed in environmentally friendly, padded protective wrap. Double-walled cardboard boxes are standard to protect your purchase (included in shipping costs). The recipient receives a T&T code. All shipments are sent by registered mail and insured. (Shipping is at your own risk)

This is a three-blade ship propeller, made of bronze or gunmetal (a copper-tin-zinc alloy). The dark patina and wear indicate considerable age. As an antique/vintage maritime piece, it has collectible value.

- Visible: "LH" = Left Hand (left-handed propeller, rotates counterclockwise)
- Possibly also a size number above
- Text runs around the hub
- On the right: something that looks like "MM.31" or a diameter/spin/pitch indication
- The construction and marking style point to European origin, probably
- British, Dutch, or Belgian — given the "LH" marking in English and the construction style
- Likely early-to-mid 20th century (1920s–1960s)

Note: The initials of the inspector or foundryman who checked the propeller during production — this was a common practice for ship propellers from the 1920s–1940s
Or a quality or batch mark of the foundry

Dimensions
Diameter: 55x55 cm
Height: 9 cm
Bore: 3 cm
Used, the surface has scratches visible in the photo.

The photos are part of the description (what you see is what you get).

This item is professionally manufactured and packed in environmentally friendly, padded protective wrap. Double-walled cardboard boxes are standard to protect your purchase (included in shipping costs). The recipient receives a T&T code. All shipments are sent by registered mail and insured. (Shipping is at your own risk)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Type
Boat propellor
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9.5 cm
Width
51 cm
Depth
51 cm
Weight
10 g
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970
Sold by
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Objects sold
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