Rare Early Diminutive Banner Weathervane

Probably New England, ca. 1870
Sheet copper, zinc and lead.
Excellent condition with a very pleasing verdigris surface. Minor wear commensurate with age and use.
Provenance: Olde Hope Antiques, New Hope, Pennsylvania; Private Collection, Connecticut.
This rare early banner weathervane with a flame tail was popularized by sighting of Halley’s Comet in the 19th century. It is further complimented with an exceptional patina.