Heavy Rim Vtg Turkish Copper Colander Star Punched Sieve Hearth Chestnut Roaster

# Vintage Hand-Hammered Turkish Copper Colander / Star-Punched Sieve & Chestnut Roaster  Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic vintage Turkish copper colander sieve featuring a gorgeous hand-punched starburst layout. This versatile piece carries excellent cross-over appeal, making it perfect as a rustic kitchen strainer, a fireplace hearth chestnut roaster display, or striking primitive wall decor.    * **Origin:** Made in Turkey   Solid copper body with a traditional interior tin coating and a heavy-duty cast brass/bronze hanging loop handle.   Entirely hand-crafted. Features and an intricately hand-pierced star/floral pattern at the base that lets light shine through beautifully.  High-quality vintage construction! The top rim is reinforced with a heavy inner iron/steel support wire for maximum structural strength and weight (tested with a magnet; strong attraction at the rim, mild attraction at the base).  ## Dimensions (Approximate):  * **Top Diameter:** [10 inches]  * **Depth/Height:** [ 2inches]  This item is in Great vintage condition with a rich, authentic aged patina. It shows beautiful, unpolished character marks, minor surface scuffs, and expected oxidation that gives it an authentic farmhouse look. The brass hanging loop is securely riveted and ready for display. We have chosen to leave the metal in its original, unpolished state as many collectors prefer this natural antique look. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.