Antique Wooden Butter Mold Press Leaf and Acorn Plunger Style

  Product Description:  During the 19th century butter print molds were highly used in farmhouse kitchens to give their butter more of a unique characteristic. This rather large, three piece wooden butter mold is impressed on a round piece of wood that features a three Leaf and Acorn pattern with a saw tooth leaf stem that wraps under the acorn. The plunger screws into the print which is housed in a dome shaped exterior case. It aged gracefully although has acquired some issues over the years which are noted under "Condition" below. Note:  Please refer to "Condition" for additional information Circa:  Most likely Early Part of 1900s Dimensions: Diameter of Print Face:  3 1/2 “Diameter of Case:  4 3/4 “Overall Height: 5 1/2" (in sitting position) Length Plunger Only: 5" (without round print)   Color: Dark Brown Tones   Maker:  Unknown Markings:  No visible markings Product Weight:  12.6 ounces Maker/Craftsman:  Unknown Origin:  Acquired in Northeastern United States Condition:  Previous