Antique cast iron triple doughnut maker manufactured by The Ace Co., St. Louis, Missouri. This uncommon kitchen utensil features a distinctive cloverleaf design with three connected doughnut molds, hinged construction, and long wooden handles for safe stovetop cooking.
The mold is cast with raised markings reading "The Ace Co.", "St. Louis, Mo.", and "Pat." on the exterior of the molds. Designed for making three ring doughnuts simultaneously, the hinged halves close together to form uniform doughnuts during cooking. The heavy cast iron construction provided excellent heat retention and durability, making these specialty baking tools popular in early American kitchens.
The piece retains its original wooden handles and attractive dark seasoned surface developed through years of use. A scarce example of early American cookware and an appealing addition to collections of antique kitchen tools, cast iron cookware, country store items, and Americana.
Measures approximately 14 inches long overall.
Condition shows expected age-related wear, surface oxidation, and use marks consistent with age. Hinges operate properly, and the original wooden handles remain attached. Presents well and displays beautifully.
This is a harder-to-find form of early American cast iron cookware and should attract interest from collectors of antique kitchen implements, cast iron specialties, and country store memorabilia.