Fire Plate

Rectangular, dark gray, cast iron plate with raised designs. The plate has a flat top and curved bottom. The top features an embossed inscription "THE LIBERTY SHINETH". Below the inscription, an eagle with wings spread and legs extended is shown. The eagle holds a club or sword in one talon and a broken chain in the other. The left side of the plate features a figure with a sword and shield. The right side shows a standing figure. The bottom corners have decorative scrollwork. The plate's surface appears weathered. The background is plain and light gray. The title is "Fire Plate" by an unknown artist.