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Vintage Grundsow Lodge No. 8 cast iron groundhog commemorative figurine featuring raised lettering on the front of the base reading “GRUNDSOW LODGE 8,” “1953–1983,” and “ON DA LIZZARD CRICK.” This unusual Pennsylvania Dutch collectible features a stylized groundhog figure mounted on a rectangular cast metal base with a dark black/brown finish and a small contrasting eye detail. Grundsow, or Groundhog, Lodges are part of Pennsylvania Dutch tradition and hold annual Groundhog Day gatherings celebrating regional dialect, folklore, and heritage. Lodge No. 8 is associated with the New Ringgold, Pennsylvania area.
Piece shows normal age-related surface wear, light marks, oxidation/discoloration, and finish variation consistent with an older cast iron collectible. No major breaks are visible in the provided photos. Please review all pictures closely for exact cosmetic condition, lettering, construction, and included item. A neat piece of Pennsylvania folk history and a great display collectible for Groundhog Day, Pennsylvania Dutch, regional history, cast iron, or primitive décor collectors.
Item Specifics:
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Figurine / Commemorative Collectible
Subject: Groundhog
Material: Cast Iron / Metal
Color: Black / Dark Brown
Organization: Grundsow Lodge No. 8
Dates: 1953–1983
Theme: Pennsylvania Dutch / Groundhog Day / Folk Art
Original/Reproduction: Original
Vintage: Yes
Country/Region: United States
Quantity: 1
