Ship propeller - Bronze





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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/shaft designation
- The construction and marking style suggest European manufacture, probably
- British, Dutch, or Belgian — given the "LH" marking in English and the construction style
- Probably 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 with ship propellers from the 1920s–1940s
Or a quality or batch mark from the foundry
Dimensions
Diameter: 55 x 55 cm
Height: 9 cm
Inner: 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 product is professionally produced and packaged in environmentally friendly, padded protective wrap. Double-walled cardboard boxes are standard to protect your purchase (included in the shipping costs). The recipient will receive a T&T code. All shipments are sent by registered and insured mail. (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/shaft designation
- The construction and marking style suggest European manufacture, probably
- British, Dutch, or Belgian — given the "LH" marking in English and the construction style
- Probably 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 with ship propellers from the 1920s–1940s
Or a quality or batch mark from the foundry
Dimensions
Diameter: 55 x 55 cm
Height: 9 cm
Inner: 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 product is professionally produced and packaged in environmentally friendly, padded protective wrap. Double-walled cardboard boxes are standard to protect your purchase (included in the shipping costs). The recipient will receive a T&T code. All shipments are sent by registered and insured mail. (Shipping is at your own risk).

