STUYVESANT SQUARE
This classic cover dates from the early 1920's or so. Flockhart Foundry was established in 1918 (succeeding Maher and Flockhart) and the era of ornate monogram-like lettering was at its peak. The BS refers of course to the Manhattan Bureau of Sewers
DESIGN:
Seven rings of raised iron nubs are practical,and give an almost regal air to this handsome cover.
UTILITY:
Sewer Cover
RANGE:
This item was spotted in Stuyvesant Square, Manhattan. Other examples are spread over the entire borough, although not all of them have the foundry inscription seen here on the sewer-head rim.
