J.F. GLIDDEN (farmer) DEKALB ILLINOIS "THE WINNER" BARBED WIRE 1874 - this surviving piece was found inside a huge oak tree that had grown around it when the tree fell in 2005. Untouched and natural aging. The piece is 17" long.
4 Point Triangle Loop barbed wire. Extremely early and historically important barbed wire design associated with the foundational years of American fencing and ranching expansion in the Old West.
Features:
- Glidden 4 Point on Triangle Loop design
- Dated 1874
- Classic early looped barb construction
- Heavy twisted wire with repeating 4-point barbs
- Strong Western Americana and railroad era appeal
- Excellent display piece for antique fencing or ranch collections
- Authentic antique sample segment
Condition Notes:
Shows heavy age-related patina, oxidation, rust, and weathering from outdoor exposure over many decades. No restoration or cleaning performed. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition and construction details.
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