Vintage Gem Ice Shaver North Bros Mfg Co Philadelphia – Cast Iron 1930s Ice Scraper Snow Cone Tool

Here is an antique cast iron Gem Ice Shaver tool made by North Brothers Manufacturing Company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Shaved ice–as in snow cones– became a popular summertime treat during the late 1800s. By the early 1900s, handheld cast iron ice shavers like this 1930s Gem were must have kitchen gadgets.

Weight: 1 lb 10 oz

Height: 2 1/4″

Length: 6 1/8″

Width: 2 1/8″

Condition: Used. Has some flash rust and an old blade. If you have little people around, TAKE the blade out before setting this out for display. It is still sharp. See photos.