Thank you for submitting your item for appraisal. This appears to be a french flat iron or sad iron ( "sad" for: heavy, solid) of the late 19th century. The iron was sand cast, unfortunately the cast is not very clear and the coat of arms can´t be identified. The company "Morel" might have been located in France or Belgium. The estimate is based on similar irons sold or offered at auction. There is no measurement for the sentimental value you might attach to it.