Fabulous 19th Century Iron Lightening Rod Pointing Hand hand-forged chain I think it makes for

I think it makes for quite a satisfying tabletop object just on its own--the wood is beautiful and the elongated egg form really elegant--though it would be fun to see it put to use as the topper for a whole new construction

where I found it I'm not sure

I'm guessing he was indeed a medic

I am not certain

otherwise just general wear

Fabulous 19th Century Iron Lightening Rod Pointing Hand hand-forged chain I think it makes forFabulous. I purchased this one from a favorite dealer couple in southern Maine, who have a great eye for the graphically appealing, an appreciation for antique iron, and knack for finding unexpected things. 19th century I believe, this I believe would once have been the vertical piece of a lightening rod, designed to protect buildings from lightning strikes and fires by attracting lightning bolts and channeling their energy into the ground with the