C. 1900 Cast Iron HANDY Paperweight Columbia University tobacco silk one armored

one armored

but appears to be an old one

I have to think this concrete arm is a remnant of an outdoor statue

A lovely gift for him or her

Jobe who painted it

C. 1900 Cast Iron HANDY Paperweight Columbia University tobacco silk one armoredI'd never seen one of these before, c. 1900, cast of iron I believe, and satisfyingly heavy handy, indeed, for holding down a big pile of papers. I love it for the font and of course for the word handy a good thing to have on hand, and in hand and perfect amid a collection of hands! 3 3 4" x 1 3 8" x 5 8" and in good antique condition. Looks like it may have once had a sort of brass finish, which shows here and there.