Morris

14 hours ago, Judson Yaggy said:

Please note that there is a BIG difference between a power hammer DIE and a power hammer ANVIL or base as named above.  That looks to be a die that dovetails into the anvil (or tup) given the shape and reported ring, indicating a hardened steel item.  Steam or self contained air hammer anvils weigh many thousands of pounds or many many tons depending on the size of hammer, and they are almost always made of cast iron.  Your 180# hunk of steel is in line with what would be expected for a larger power hammer die.  

While being a perfectly usable anvil, it's not a classic London pattern shape and will not be sought after by collectors or beginners who are driving the high anvil prices we are currently seeing.  The remaining blacksmiths are users who might like a good bit of tool steel like that but probably already have a good anvil or two and need to pay the rent/mortgage this month.  

Value on the market:  double  or tripple scrap price. Value if you want to learn blacksmithing: priceless.  

appreciate the education, which is priceless. I do a lot of tractor shows and will be adding this to my display collection. When people ask about it, now, I can pass on the information. Thanks so much!

How could you tell the age of it? I have had numerous anvils, but all have had markings of some sort to discern the age.

8 hours ago, Irondragon Forge & Clay said:

Welcome to the forum Morris, if you will add your location to your profile you may be surprised how many members are near you and a lot of answers are location dependent.

As far as the anvil goes it's a nice find. I can't give you any definitive answers but an educated guess or two. The shape is like a saw makers anvil however the bottom looks like it may have been an anvil for a very large steam hammer. I'm sure the anvil experts will be along to give more information in short order.

ps: where in the world is it located?

Thanks for the info. Location is Plant City, FL

6 hours ago, John R said:

I have a similar one that weighs 200 pounds.

It is the bottom anvil for a steam or air hammer.    Mine was a spare for a large hammer that was still in operation in a paper mill.

I have had and seen many anvils, but none with no horn. should there be a mark anywhere on it?  How would someone put a value on it?

Found this hornless anvil. It weighs 180 pounds. Am trying to learn about it. It has a small hole on each end, also has two small holes in the middle of the front. It still has an awesome ring to it. I haven't found any distinguishing marks on it. Any information is greatly appreciated. Thanks