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  Finial sets offered by Goods4Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
This group of finial sets is designed for 1" rods and has a base size of 1".
Choose a finial style and the desired color from the available finishes for that finial.
Pairs of finials and rosettes are conveniently packaged with standard mounting brackets and hardware.
www.goods4home.com /drap_curtains.asp   (529 words)

  
 Boston Turning Works finial 101   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Finials are one of the earliest forms of architectural ornamentation.
This laminated construction yields finials, which are stable and lasting even in the most punishing of exterior environments.
The eight styles in this collection of finials are carefully researched and derived from historical models.
www.outdooraccents.com /post_caps/Finial_100.htm   (104 words)

  
 Decorating : Loveseats / Ottomans : Finial Touch : Home & Garden Television
Despite their diminutive size, finials are the decorative detail that helps give any furnishing its unique personality.
Finials are being used more often so there are many interesting ones available in all shapes and sizes.
A finial can also be used as a newel (the ornament that dresses up the bottom of a banister).
www.hgtv.com /hgtv/dc_furniture_ottomans/article/0,1793,HGTV_3446_1395787,00.html   (254 words)

  
 Urban Legends Reference Pages: Military (Finial Duty)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
A number of military flagpoles were at one time topped with gold-colored eagles, but these proved impractical because flags would become hopelessly entangled on them during high winds; the switch to spheres eliminated this problem.
Flag-defense items are not secreted in the finial or buried at the foot of the pole.
Although the flag has great symbolic importance, defending the bases over which it flies from attacking forces has far more direct and practical importance, and it's hard to imagine any right-minded soldier's taking time away from his duty of repelling invaders to engage in ritualistic flag destruction.
www.snopes.com /military/flagball.htm   (1115 words)

  
 ArtLex on Finials
Standard Finial, bronze, height 8 inches (20.3 cm), Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Grave stele of a youth and a little girl with finial in the form of a sphinx, c.
A figurine in cast and engraved bronze sits upon a soldered finial, crowning this open-work censor -- a
www.artlex.com /ArtLex/f/finial.html   (234 words)

  
 Wrought Iron Rods with Cannonball Finial   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The collection is available in 13 finial styles, with four finishes to choose from.
The rods with the Cannonball finials are 3/4" in diameter and come with a 2 1/2" depth bracket.
For example: If your window is 50" wide you would normally order a 58" wide rod and the overall finished width would be 60" to 70" depending on the finial style.
usahomefashions.com /waverlyhomefashions/cafi2.html   (228 words)

  
 Finial -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The spigot or mounting for a Weather Vane also a top most spike or embellishment for a building or structure, made from stone or metal.
A pointed finial prevents boosts roosting on top of the object, preventing soiling.
It is also a decorative item often used in living spaces.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/f/fi/finial.htm   (49 words)

  
 Finial Homestay : Taupo Accommodation, Accommodation Taupo , Taupo Bed And Breakfast   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Finial Homestay : Taupo Accommodation, Accommodation Taupo, Taupo Bed And Breakfast
Finial House is close to the centre of Taupo and a few minutes walk from the foreshaw of Lake Taupo.
Taupo is so convenient for day excursions to Rotorua with it’s thermal attractions, explore Waitomo Caves and visit the many wineries in the Hawkes Bay region.
www.finial-homestay.co.nz   (100 words)

  
 Akan Umbrella Top Symbols
The finial is carved out of wood and some are covered with gold leaf.
The finial encodes aphorisms or proverbs the meanings of which are related to leadership.
Umbrella finials are, therefore, cited as political emblems and indicators of chiefly status (Antubam, 1963; Cole and Ross, 1977).
www.marshall.edu /akanart/umbrellatops.html   (712 words)

  
 Mounting a Weather Vane or Finial   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Mounting a weather vane or finial in a cupola, tower, turret or gazebo with a headblock, or on a ridge with a ridgepole.
Use this method for easy and secure mounting of our finials with attached caps on towers, turrets and gazebos.
Use this method for easy and secure mounting of our larger finials with attached caps on towers, turrets and gazebos.
www.denninger.com /mounting.htm   (536 words)

  
 Search Results for finial - Encyclopædia Britannica
It is similar in form and stylistic development to the coffeepot, but it has a hinged or sliding finial covering an aperture through which is introduced a...
A pinnacle is distinguished from a finial by its greater size and...
tall standing cup, the cover of which characteristically bears an obelisk finial (sometimes surmounted by a figure) that rises on scrolled brackets from the cover.
www.britannica.com /search?query=finial&submit=Find&source=MWTAB   (352 words)

  
 FINIAL - LoveToKnow Article on FINIAL   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
finis, end), an architectural term for the termination of a pinnacle, gable end, buttress, or canopy, consisting of a bunch of foliage, which bears a close affinity to the crockets (q.v.) running up the gables, turrets or spires, and in some cases may be formed by uniting four or more crockets together.
Sometimes the term is incorrectly applied to a small pinnacle of which it is only the termination (see Ep~).
To properly cite this FINIAL article in your work, copy the complete reference below:
www.1911encyclopedia.org /F/FI/FINIAL.htm   (85 words)

  
 Antiques Roadshow/Antique Speak: Finial
While cabinetmakers made furniture, finials were the domain of turners, craftsman who literally turned finials on lathes in order to carve them.
"Most finials on antiques are replacements," says Leigh, noting that their presence or absence does not drastically affect the value of a piece.
One reason finials get lost is because they are not glued to furniture.
www.pbs.org /wgbh/pages/roadshow/speak/finial.html   (324 words)

  
 Caddy Spoon Rogers Silverplate Lily Finial   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
This lovely little silverplate tea caddy spoon, caddy spoon or tea scoop has marked on it : Pat.Oct.20, 1908 WM Rogers and Sons A.A..
It has a pretty little lily on the finial and the monogram E on the handle.
It has a round bowl and is in very good condition with little wear and negligible silver loss.
www.trocadero.com /timewas/items/161468/item161468cyberattic.html   (103 words)

  
 Stone Finials,Garden Finials,Sandstone Finials
Stone finials are small, ornamental, terminal feature at the top of a gable, lamp, lamppost, stone wall etc. Garden finials made of sandstone are actually sculptured ornaments, often in the shape of leaves or flowers, at the top of a gable, pinnacle, or similar structure.
The finials made of sandstone may be replications of original designs or may simply be plain decorative types that are particularly suitable for porticos or pavilions.
Some of the stone finials can also be designed in a manner that they can be used as fountains.
www.sandstone-handicrafts.com /stone-finials.html   (145 words)

  
 Lamp Finials - Animal Finial
Dozens of animal finial styles, shapes, and sizes.
Some adaptations can be made to these standard finial sizes.
Finial reducers can be used to adapt the fitting.
www.lampfinials.com /lamp_finial_dog.htm   (60 words)

  
 Victorian Curtain Finial Set Curtain Rods House Home Restoration Hardware from Van Dykes Restorers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The Bravo finial collection features an extensive variety of styles, finishes and sizes that allow the designer to be as bold or as subtle as desired.
Bravo exceeds well when the decorative drapery hardware is chosen as an integral component of the overall window treatment.
This small round Victorian style curtain finial set includes 2 finials, 2 brackets with fasteners, and 2 matching rosettes.
www.vandykes.com /product/02010034   (238 words)

  
 Finial, Finial Band, Finial Music
Finial are a young rock band from Cheshire in England.
They formed through a shared interest in bands like Led Zepplin, The Who, The Beatles and the Kinks.
mixing these among many other influences Finial are soon to bring out a new EP.
www.themusichype.com /bands/rock/finial_642   (53 words)

  
 Antique Lamp Finial   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
It has the original paint which is missing in a few places; 4.5" tall and 2.5" wide.
It has a dolphin or other sea creature in the center of the finial.
In the bottom photo, you can see that it is drilled to fit on the smaller threaded lamp top.
www.vintageshades.com /VS20324dolphinfinial.htm   (83 words)

  
 Students design functional finial for stadium :: By Nicole Branan
DENVER - Three recent engineering grads are leaving their mark at DU through their design of a finial that doubles as a windspeed indicator for the new Barton Lacrosse Stadium.
Peter Laz, mechanical engineering majors Billy Grell and Allison Kelley and electrical engineering major Nathan Rowland developed plans for a mechanical anemometer, which will crown the stadium's spire and display the wind speed on a readout in the tower's conference room.
The finial doubles as a windspeed indicator for the new Barton Lacrosse Stadium
www.collegesports.com /sports/m-lacros/stories/071405aab.html   (430 words)

  
 Parts: Finial(s) at Antiques, Collectibles & More   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Finial Alcacite 'Aladdin' Vintage, 1930s era MATERIAL: made of Alcacite glass with high fire {Opalescent} [opalascence] (fine luninosity) (opalscent glass), particularly lovely when held to up to the light; metal mount.
Use with adapter to become finial and hold lamp shade (washer fit) securely on the harp.
Finial Knob Pillar Large To Hold Shade On Lamp Harp Nice tall fancy pillar to decorate the top of you lamp.
pages.antiquescollectiblesmore.com /7499/InventoryPage/1531450/1.html   (1397 words)

  
 The Weather Vane Home Page - The Weathervane Home Page - by Denninger - weathervane cupola finial blacksmith antique ...
You may purchase Weather Vanes, Banners, Arrows, Finials, Bells, Copper Crafts, Folk Art and Historic Replications or Restorations by Blacksmith Al Denninger.
Denninger Weather Vanes and Finials have been featured in many newspapers and periodicals.
We are pleased to be able to provide you with as much information about Weather Vanes and Finials as we can.
www.denninger.com   (457 words)

  
 Touch of Class Catalog
The handsome Camelot Finial & Rod Set is crafted from durable iron with a rich, golden bronze finish that adds unique style to any decor.
Each set includes a rod, two 4" fixed projection brackets, and a pair of decorative finials.
Attractive accents will allow you to display window treatments, tapestries, or heirloom quilts with style.
www.touchofclasscatalog.com /sdx/81193.jsp   (83 words)

  
 Wayside Gardens: Acorn Finial Topiary - A barrel-shaped steel topiary designed for supporting climbing plants in the ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Wayside Gardens: Acorn Finial Topiary - A barrel-shaped steel topiary designed for supporting climbing plants in the garden or large containers.
I've been looking for a topiary like this for quite a while for my oversized urns on the back deck, and I think you may find it as useful and attractive as I do.
Unlike other supports designed for containers, the Acorn Finial Topiary is HEAVY-DUTY, offering lots of support for even the heaviest vines.
www.waysidegardens.com /webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreCatalogDisplay?storeId=10151&catalogId=10151&langId=-1&mainPage=prod2working&ItemId=9522   (382 words)

  
 Looking for finial sources - Metalworking Forum - GardenWeb
My design calls for finials on the tops of the 4 vertical pieces.
I have found finials on the web but they are either for lamps (too small), roof tops (too large) or for fencing.
I don't know where you live but there is a place in Toronto that has finials of all sizes.
ths.gardenweb.com /forums/load/metal/msg062110049194.html   (167 words)

  
 Finial Technical Drawings
Dry cast limestone offers the texture, appearance and durability of carved limestone at a fraction of the cost.
It is suitable for all-season exterior use for residential and commercial, street and mall site furnishings.
Classic Garden Ornaments, Ltd., designs and manufactures high quality ornamental lead planters, cisterns, fountains, tubs, troughs and finials.
www.execulink.com /~longshadow/Pages/TechDrawings_Finials.html   (525 words)

  
 Wrought Iron Rods with Scroll Finial   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The rods with the Scroll finials are 1/2" in diameter and come with a 2 1/2" depth bracket.
The Barcelona finals on this rod will add 10" to the width, as they are 5" wide each.
Wrought Iron Rod with Scroll Finial 12" - 36"
usahomefashions.com /waverlyhomefashions/scrollfinial1.html   (228 words)

  
 Finial Traditional 12" Kitchen Sink Faucet Lever Handles with Biscuit Insets and Sidespray -K-378-4F
Finial Traditional 12" Kitchen Sink Faucet Lever Handles with Biscuit Insets and Sidespray -K-378-4F
Finial Traditional 12" Kitchen Sink Faucet Lever Handles with Biscuit Handle Insets and Sidespray.
Sidepray standard for Polished Chrome facets and Polsihed Chrome faucets with accents is in matching Polished Chrome.
www.mm-inet.com /new/738333.htm   (329 words)

  
 Finial Showcase Polished Nickel Wish Finial- P5   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Finial Showcase Precious Stone Series Adventurine Ginkgo Leaf Fan Pull- FP207
Finial Showcase Precious Stone Series Adventurine Ginkgo Leaf Finial- G11
Finial Showcase Precious Stone Series Adventurine Leaf Finial- G17
mallflash.com /Home-Decor/index10531.html   (137 words)

  
 Finial Cabinet Hinge Cabinet Accessories Ironmongery UK Plumbing Supplies Power Tools Hand Tools Door Handles Door Knobs
Finial Cabinet Hinge Cabinet Accessories Ironmongery UK Plumbing Supplies Power Tools Hand Tools Door Handles Door Knobs
Finial hinge available in 2 sizes and 5 finishes
50mm - Satin Chrome Finial Hinge - FTD805CSC
www.biglink.biz /product_collection.asp?shopcode=car&coll_code=633   (94 words)

  
 Copper Pineapple Finial with Base, Garden Decor
If there is anything we can do to help you, please do not hesitate to ask.
Great decorative finial for use on any post sizes.
Will patina to a brown finish within one month when left outside and will develop a lovely green patina later.
www.gidesigns.net /garden-decor/customer/product.php?productid=588&cat=0&page=1   (125 words)

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