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Offered here is an authentic Scottish 3½-gallon cast-iron boiler / cauldron made by the Falkirk Iron Company, part of their …
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Offered here is an authentic Scottish 3½-gallon cast-iron boiler / cauldron made by the Falkirk Iron Company, part of their Imperial export line. This is a scarce, capacity-marked example complete with its original lid and bail handle.
Maker: Falkirk Iron Co., Scotland
Date: c.1900–1930s (export era, post-1891 “Made in Scotland” marking)
Markings:
Front oval cartouche: “IMPERIAL / 3½ GALLS / MADE IN SCOTLAND”
Base stamped: “FALKIRK / IMPERIAL / 3½ GALL.” with visible gate mark
Lid handle bears foundry code “5X” (or possibly “3X”) — pattern/production mark
Form:
Oval cauldron with opposed tear-drop lug mounts (twin stud bosses) and original wrought-iron bail handle; fitted oval lid with strap handle.
Measurements:
Overall: 14" L (handle to handle) × 12" W × 8.5" H
Mouth opening: ~10" × 10.5"
Capacity: 3½ gallons
Approximately 20 - 25 lbs
A fine, well-marked example of a Falkirk Imperial cauldron — complete with capacity stamps, export cartouche, gate mark, and original lid. Perfect for collectors of European or Scottish cast iron, rustic kitchen or hearth décor, or suitable for re-tinning if intended for culinary use.
Keywords: Falkirk Scotland, cast-iron boiler, cauldron, Imperial line, gate-marked, Scottish export iron, antique cookware, rustic kitchen décor, hearth pot, farmhouse style
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- Dimensions
- 14ʺW × 12ʺD × 9ʺH
- Styles
- Rustic
- Rustic European
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Very good antique condition. No cracks or repairs noted. Surface shows expected age patina. Interior and lid were originally tinned … moreVery good antique condition. No cracks or repairs noted. Surface shows expected age patina. Interior and lid were originally tinned for kitchen use; most tinning has worn away, with only traces remaining. Lid fits properly and is original to the piece. Clean and displayable as found. Inside of lid has rust spots. less
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