Hi Jonathan,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique cast iron kettle
made by Higgins, McCloud & Martin, Troy, N.Y., after 1861
Of circular section and baluster form with domed cover, single swing handle and serpentine spout with nipped tip, the cover marked "Higgins, McCloud & Martin, Troy, N.Y. / cover pat'd Jan 1, 1861"; underside marked 8.
11 by 13 by 10 inches
CONDITION: appears to be in generally good condition with some oxidation and pitting to cast iron
PROVENANCE: inherited
$30-50*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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