Found in a grate in Emsworth, Hampshire, England
Maker unknown but most likely Scottish due to the Falkirk stamp.
Approx 33cm long x 21cm high
Falkirk 95 A 14
The image below has been turned 180 degrees allow an easier read of the mark.
Note the number 4 appears back to front.
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This fireclay household fire back was found at a house built between 1897 – 1900 at Kirkintilloch, Glasgow. Kindly donated by Margo Cross and her brother. Patent 16F Anderson Bonnybridge – INLO. Believed to be a product of the Glenyards Fireclay Company Ltd, Greenhill, Bonnybridge. Glenyards Brickworks ( name prior to being known as Glenyards Fireclay Company…
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