15” Mission San Diego Bell

ABOUT: Replica bell with raised text: Mission San Diego de Alcalá, 1769. Crown hanger top. Extra thick bronze with verdigris patina. Hear its loud resounding ringtone in the audio player below.

DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT:
• 13 inches tall
• 15 inch diameter
• 83 lbs.

MAKER: Forbes Foundry of Los Angeles, California

MATERIAL: Bronze

CONDITION: Excellent

HISTORY: Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes (May 6, 1861 – September 18, 1951) was an American historical preservationist best known for her efforts to preserve California's El Camino Real and the old Spanish missions it connected. In 1904, the El Camino Real Association was founded, and Forbes' design for a guidepost to mark the route was adopted. A foundry was established, and in addition to El Camino Real mission bell guideposts, these mission bell souvenirs were created. Learn more about the Forbes Foundry here. 

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