🕊️ Joseph Smith & Brigham Young Pottery Bookends – LDS Church Historical Collectibles

This vintage ceramic bookend set features detailed busts of Joseph Smith and Brigham Young, two central figures in the founding of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Crafted in high-quality pottery with a hand-painted finish, these bookends are both a decorative and historical piece ideal for collectors, libraries, or those with a deep interest in Mormon history.

🏛️ Features:

• Includes (2) bookends: one of Joseph Smith, one of Brigham Young

• Believed to be made of ceramic or pottery with a classic glazed finish

• Sturdy and functional as actual bookends

• Thoughtfully sculpted with name plaques on each base

• Likely mid-century or 1970s-1980s era based on material and styling (exact maker unknown)

🧱 Condition:

• Both bookends are in very good vintage condition

• No chips, cracks, or major blemishes

• Some minor wear, scuffing, or glaze marks consistent with age (see photos)

• Bases are flat and stable – can be used on shelves or desks

📏 Dimensions (Each, Approx.):

• Height: ~7–8 inches

• Base Width: ~4–5 inches

• Weight: Substantial – made to hold books upright

🎯 Perfect For:

• LDS collectors or historians

• Gifts for missionaries or scholars

• Personal libraries, church offices, or family history rooms

• Display pieces in religious studies collections

📦 Shipping:

Ships within 2–3 business days.

We charge a flat shipping rate due to careful packing with bubble wrap, packing peanuts, and sturdy boxes to protect ceramic during transit.

✅ Returns:

• 14-day FREE returns if item arrives damaged or defective

• Buyer pays return shipping for preference or changed-mind returns

🧪 Everything is inspected and verified before shipping.