Vtg 1910s National Highways Eagle Hood Ornament Bela Lyon Pratt BLP Mark #1516 For Sale

Exceptional, investment grade example of the historic National Highways Association Eagle on Globe car mascot, sculpted by the renowned American artist Bela Lyon Pratt(famed designer of the U.S Mints incuse Indian Head gold coins) between 1913 and 1920. Unlike the heavily degraded and unverified examples commonly found on the market, this specific piece is a collector’s dream featuring pristine, crisp details. Features a perfectly legible, sharp B. L. P artist stamping directly beneath the eagle’s talons. Low production number, serial number #1516. The piece has its original steel mounting bolt firmly intact on the underside.