Rare Vintage Brass Astoria Column Souvenir - Oldest City in the West

Bring the history of the Oregon Coast home! This Rare Vintage Brass Astoria Column souvenir, inscribed with "Oldest City in the West," is a perfectly preserved piece of Pacific Northwest history. Its original, uncleaned patina tells a story of endless ocean views and seaside adventures. Perfect for your beach house, lighthouse collection, or regional history display.

A Coastal Collector's Dream: The Astoria Column

This is a true find for any collector of Pacific Northwest or coastal memorabilia. This hefty, cast metal replica of the Astoria Column—the landmark celebrating the oldest US settlement on the Pacific Coast—is a sophisticated piece of travel history.

History & Rarity: Features the inscriptions: "ASTORIA FOUNDED 1811" and "OLDEST CITY IN THE WEST." Pieces with this specific original casting detail are highly sought after by Astoria and Oregon history enthusiasts.

Material: Made of a heavy Brass Alloy with a beautiful, rich, and untouched patina. The original darkening confirms its age and authenticity.

Condition Note (Justified Value): This piece retains its original, uncleaned patina, a desirable feature among serious vintage collectors. Endless Possibilities: Leave it as a historic piece, or it has the potential to be polished to a mirror shine if desired.

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Value Justified: Priced to reflect its rarity, highly collectible nature, and premium brass construction.

Shipping: Price includes Priority Shipping with Insurance and professional handling, ensuring this piece of history arrives quickly and securely to your collection.

Rarity: The specific inscriptions ("Oldest City in the West") 

Item is Potentially Unique

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Key Justification: You can state that this specific Vintage Brass Casting with the detailed "Oldest City in the West" inscription is a rare variant that is not currently available from other major collectible dealers online. This emphasizes the rarity and uniqueness of your specific brass casting with the "Oldest City in the West" inscription, as it is not saturating the market.