1891 Charles Kennard OUIJA BOARD
The Original 1891 Charles Kennard OUIJA
The original vintage 1891 Charles Kennard OUIJA Board with original Ouija planchette. Original, NOT a recreation, copy or replica.
Stamped on the reversed side is the "PATENTED FEB'Y 10TH 1891" on both the board and planchette. I love the design of the planchette; it being a ping pong "paddle" like shape. It has four "tall" legs and is almost 8 inches in length. Too bad there is a small piece of felt missing on one of the legs. Again the reverse has "PATENTED FEB'Y 10TH 1891" stamped into the wood. Like another site states that the planchette was "monster tables" with huge legs! It could be that they were simulating actual "seance tables" of the past.
Boards from this time period are very difficult to find. Finding a board in great shape with the planchette in great condition, nearly impossible. It really is amazing to see that even after over it's 130 years the board still has shiny patina! The color of these board has a exquisite deep color richness that makes them nice looking.
There are a few 1891 Ouija Boards held mostly by serious collectors, but very few have the original planchette. 1891 Ouija Boards are usually sold solo with the board only. If you find the planchette, either a leg is missing or it is badly damaged, making this vintage artifact so special.
Stamped on the reversed side is the "PATENTED FEB'Y 10TH 1891" on both the board and planchette.I love the design of the planchette; it being a ping pong "paddle" like shape. It has four "tall" legs and is almost 8 inches in length. Too bad there is a small piece of felt missing on one of the legs. Again the reverse has "PATENTED FEB'Y 10TH 1891" stamped into the wood. The planchette was "monster tables" with huge legs! It could be that they were simulating actual "seance tables" of the past.
From the condition of this piece, I gather it was not used much. I think keeping it for historical significance rather than spiritual encounters make more sense.
Board Dimensions: 19" (L) X 12 7/8" (W) X 3/8" (H) (Height not including the 2 back braces). Planchette size: 6 3/8" (L) X 4 5/8" (W) X 2 1/2" (H).
No original container/box.
This is my last remaining vintage Ouija Board. I never used this board but kept it for it's historical significance. It is kept in a dark closet; away from heat and sunlight. I sense that the energies surrounding the board is very positive. I've had this piece for many years and have been blessed to be it's owner.
Read: 9 Oldest Ouija Boards in the World
This OUIJA is SOLD. The images here only as a place holder and remembrance of the entirety of my collection (I no longer own this Ouija Board).