billiard table iron by thurston c1890

This is an original billiard table iron made by the firm of 'Thurston of London' c1880 in solid cast iron & struck with the lettering of their name. These flat irons were originally used to smooth the cloth of billiard tables in order to improve the speed of response, and were heated by placing on a stove or gas ring. Great care had to be exercised to avoid overheating and subsequent scorching of the cloth.
They make a great doorstop!

We have other examples of antique billiard irons from £40 each (or less if unrestored) - those with makers names are £60 - £100 eachIf you have a particular requirement then please contact us or look on our website www.billiardsnookerpool.com

Antiques.co.uk Ref: DH56VH5Q

Materials:

Cast Iron

Width (cm):

26

Height (cm):

12

Depth (cm):

13

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Academy Billiard Co.

We are specialist dealers for antique Billiard & Snooker tables from the period c1780 to c1920 together with associated goods & other bar games. We have a large range of tables of all sizes together with scoreboards, cue stands, light fittings, a massive range of antique cues & rests, prints and pictures etc. We have over 50 years experience in the supply of the finest ornate and original billiard goods, with a great knowledge of the various makers and styles. For over 45 years we had a very large showroom in West Byfleet but have now downsized to a smaller property in Dorset & sold most of our stock although retaining the rarest & more specialised items. Customers are warmly invited to contact us to discuss their requirements and we can fully describe the scope of our remaining stock. We are always happy to give unbiased advice having been party over the years to the actions of various rogue companies within our business - to us, honesty is always the best policy.

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