This is an original 1916 handwritten blacksmith and horse shoer invoice from C.V. Jones, General Blacksmith and Horse Shoer, Pomeroy, Ohio. Dated December 1, 1916, it lists detailed charges for horse shoeing, wagon repairs, and blacksmith work performed throughout the month of November. The invoice features original penmanship, a printed letterhead with a horse graphic, and itemized pricing.


This piece of historic ephemera offers a rare glimpse into early 20th-century rural life, blacksmith trade practices, and equine care. It would make an excellent addition for collectors of antique invoices, farm and equestrian memorabilia, or Ohio local history.


Specifications:

• Date: December 1, 1916

• Business: C.V. Jones, General Blacksmith and Horse Shoer

• Location: Pomeroy, Ohio

• Format: Single-page invoice with printed letterhead & handwritten entries

• Content: Itemized charges for horse shoeing, wagon repairs, singletree and chain repairs, etc.

• Dimensions: Approx. 5.5” x 8.5” (standard invoice size of the era)

• Condition: Pre-owned, light aging, mild creases, two hole punches at top, overall well-preserved


This is an authentic, one-of-a-kind document — a true survivor from over a century ago. Perfect for collectors of antique farm life, horse history, or vintage ephemera.