Hi - this is my first post, so forgive me if I ask a question that could have been answered by digging through a FAQ section or something... I'm just looking for some info on an anvil (my first real one!) that my lovely wife got me for Christmas.
The story starts with my great grandfather, who was quite a blacksmith in his day. Although he died in 1963 (3 years before I was born), his work speaks for itself. Anyway, I remembered seeing his old anvil in my great uncle's (his son) garage many years ago. A few years ago, I started thinking it would be neat to have the anvil, and put it to use again. I'm kind of sentimental about family history and keeping heirlooms in the family.
This last summer, without my knowledge, my wife contacted my nearly 90 year old great aunt and asked about the anvil. She said she had given it to some "nice fellow" a few years back..! Not one to give up easily, my wife and my mom teamed up and tracked the nice fellow down. Turns out he is really nice after all, as he gave the anvil back to them saying "these things should stay in the family". For Christmas, I got my great grandfather's anvil back! This is sure going to beat the piece of railroad track I've been using for years!!
Anyway, the anvil says TRENTON on one side, with the lettering inside of an oval or football shaped outline. On one end, down by the feet, are the following numbers: 100 A 100008
It feels like about a 100# anvil, and I assume this is what the first 3 numbers are for? Beyond that, can anyone share any more info such as type of construction, place/year of manufacture, etc? It is in fairly good shape with a few nicks and dings from use, but these just give it character and remind me of a distant relative I never met.
Thanks in advance for any help you can offer,
Mike
