348: CLENDINNENG MONTREAL FOUNDRY ADVERTISING HORSESHOE

Canadian foundry. Cast horseshoe with faint 'W. Clendinneng - GOOD LUCK.'
Background from Wikipedia: 'Born in Cavan, William Clendinneng arrived in Montreal with his family in 1847, at the young age of 14.[1] Clendinneng joined the William Rodden & Company foundry (est.1810) located at Griffintown, near the Lachine canal, Montréal. Starting at the age of 19, he served as a clerk at the foundry from 1852 to 1858, becoming a partner in 1858, and owner in 1868. At this time the foundry's name was changed to W. Clendinneng foundry. In 1853, he married Rachel Newmarch.'
The foundry was central to the early growth of Montreal itself.
Measures 4.25 inches.
30% gold finish remains, oxidized exposed surface, average condition.
$30 - $50