We believe it is made of copper or copper flashed steel. It may be a point of sale display or salesman sample, given the detail and weight, rather than a very heavy paperweight. The Heggie Simplex Boiler Company, Joliet, Illinois, was incorporated in 1923. Heggie-Simplex boilers were known for a simple, durable design with a single-plate firebox – i.e., fewer plates and seams, reinforced openings, and steel channel bases, embodying durability and efficiency. The company collapsed during the depression. About 4 x 4 7/8 x 2 3/4 inches
Weight: 1.885 LB
Measurement: 4 x 4.875 IN
Depth: 2.75
Condition report:
Excellent, without damage. The copper finish has mellowed with age, although there are wear spots - the corners - where the copper is evident.
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