Antique Scottish Cast Iron Oval Boiler by Falkirk – Imperial– Circa 1900

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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 … Read more 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.

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