I.D. please

[Tommo]

A visitor to my museum today gave me this Indian head.
Is it genuine Indian motorcycle, some tourist collectible or what?
I've had a good look at it and can find no markings on it what-so-ever.
Being an absolute novice when it comes to Indian motorcycle stuff I would welcome opinions.

[PaulCDF]

"I.D. please"

Tommo!!!!

Photo Please

[micmac]

Tommo I did not realize you had a museum. Not to get off topic but I have been married to a gal from Pukekohe for many, many years. I would like to stop in next time I'm over.

[Tommo]

Paul
I put 3 photos up with my original post and I can see them on here right now.
Maybe the overhaul on this site has hindered your viewing in some way.

[Tommo]

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As I started this thread I will put up a couple of photos of me and my collection but if any further comments are required please start a seperate thread

[PaulCDF]

Tommo;
WOW what a collection!!!!!

I can see 2 of the 3 pictures now but none of the Indian Head in question.
As you suggest perhaps lost in update.

[Rubone]

Paul
I put 3 photos up with my original post and I can see them on here right now.
Maybe the overhaul on this site has hindered your viewing in some way.

No photos for me either. If the Indian head is lighted with multi colored headdress it is a period automobile accessory and not related to Indian Motorcycles.

[Tommo]

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[Tommo]

I've put the photos up again and could someone let me know if they can be seen.
It's made of a cast alloy of some kind and is solid with a tapped 3/8 unc hole in the base.
It has been painted all over with silver paint but close inspection reveals traces of colour underneath that silver and that hints that it was originally very colourfull.

[Speeding Big Twin]

I can’t see any pictures in your first post but I see the photos of you and the museum. And I see the three photos of the Indian head in your last post. Sorry I can’t help with ID though.
Eric

[PaulCDF]

Got the pictures Tommo Thanks
It's a head scratcher for me: Nice piece but I;ve never seen one before.

[PaulCDF]

Tommo!
I was looking on Craigslist and found this in Missouri!

Seller states ""Rare 1920’s Indian head Hood/fender ornament Measures 3 inches tall x 7/8 inches wide There is some cracks around the mouth" Asking $350.00

At least we know there are two of them. I am thinking some sort of aftermarket do-dad one could attach to personalize or dress up their bike.


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