Antique Vermont Brass Sleigh Bells on Leather Strap 6 Bells Rump c. 1900 Xmas

  

Antique Vermont Brass Sleigh Bells on Leather Strap - 6 Bells - Rump Strap c. Don't forget to watch the Video to hear these awesome Sleigh Bells! A genuine piece of New England's winter past - this.

Once jingled along snow-covered Vermont roads at the turn of the 20th. Carries its own distinct tone and time-worn patina.

Mounted on a thick, weathered leather strap with its. This fine example has all the charm and. Authenticity collectors and country-home decorators love. Beautiful age, supple yet strong, and the bells still sing bright and clear when lifted. A chorus of history echoing through the years. Once fastened across the horse's hind quarters, these rump straps were both. A way to alert travelers on snowy lanes while adding a. Touch of joy to winter journeys. Imagine the rhythmic chime of brass bells blending. With the crunch of sleigh runners over new snow beneath a Vermont moon. A Vermont Christmas Long Ago. Picture a late-Victorian farmhouse tucked among snow-draped pines. A warm fire crackles, the smell of. Mingles with the aroma of. And the laughter of children fills the room. Against frosted windows while a horse waits patiently outside, its breath rising in. Clouds beneath the winter stars. From its leather strap, the bells glint faintly in the. Lamplight - waiting for their journey home through drifting snow.

Poem - "When Bells Came Home (Full Version)". Through maple lanes where shadows play, The sleigh moved on its sparkling way, While every bell in golden chime Sang peace and joy in Christmas time. A team well-trimmed with plume and rein, Drew laughter down the frosted lane, The farmhouse lights like halos shone, To guide the weary traveler home. Within, the hearth in gentle glow, Cast warmth on faces all aglow, While pine-bough scent and cider sweet, Welcomed each guest with cheer complete.

No radio sang, nor screen was bright, Just humble hearts and candlelight, And love that needed no display. When bells came home that Christmas day.

Please let me know if there are any questions or concerns. Diameter of Each - Large 2 3/4 Inches - Med 2 1/4 Inches - Sm 2 Inches. I know how important it is for your treasure to arrive safely to your home. Please request for a combined invoice and I will issue a revised invoice.