Lot 309: A cast metal car radiator mascot in the form of a Viking head

A polished silvery-white metal car mascot or decorative plaque, cast in high relief to depict a stylized Viking head. The figure is shown with a stern expression, a flowing bifurcated beard, and wearing a traditional winged helmet. A white rectangular paper sticker is adhered to the helmet bearing the handwritten inventory number 12870. Positioned below is a white adhesive auction label printed with the text SHELBYS AUCTIONEERS LOT 309 01132502626. No manufacturer’s marks, signatures, or country-of-origin stamps are visible to the front of the piece.