SMALL CAST IRON J.L. CASE THRESHING MACHINE ADVERTISING DISPLAY.

Cast iron "Old Abe" counter advertising statue standing approximately 18" tall and 7" wide. Depicts "Old Abe" perched atop the globe, which has raised relief letters "J.I.CASE / THRESHING / MACHINE CO. / RACINE WIS. / U.S.A". The J. I. Case Threshing Machine Company was founded in 1844 and is well known for producing tractors and other heavy duty farm machinery. In 1865, they adopted "Old Abe" as their company logo. "Old Abe, the War Eagle" was the mascot of the 8th Regiment Wisconsin Infantry, after he was purchased for $21 early in the war. He was named after the Commander-in-Chief, Abraham Lincoln. CONDITION: Very good overall with strong paint.