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    Posted 10 years ago

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    LinLou49
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    This is a cane handed down from my step-grandmother. I've heard that it was called a marriage cane, or wedding cane. It's all hand-carved and something has been carved in German. It is VERY unique, and I was wondering if anyone have ever seen one, or heard of this kind of cane. Please let me know if you can enlighten me!

    Thanks,
    Linda

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    1. LinLou49, 10 years ago
      Ok, the inscription is this:
      HEINRICH
      sei helle
      bleib Jung
      geselle
      There is also heart on the underside with loisi carved into it. If you'd like more pics, please email me at LinLou49@aol.com
    2. jensen jensen, 10 years ago
      It means "Heinich, be clear (= clever), stay a bachelor" !
    3. LinLou49, 10 years ago
      That's awesome! I had been told the the pics were carvings of the things he would have to give if he got married. What is the loisi? Is it a name? Where might I go to find out a value, or if its even a desirable item?
    4. LinLou49, 10 years ago
      I meant to say give UP!
    5. LinLou49, 10 years ago
      Story of my life. Lol

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