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The Wandering Horn Player And Rabbit Bookends Pair 1923
Located in South Burlington, VT
Antique 1923 pair hand cast "The Wanderer" sculptural book ends, circa 1920s Musician plays his
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Books

Materials

Iron

Group of American Painted Cast Iron and Polisherd Steel Doorstops. Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Group of American cast iron doorstops / bookends. Set consist of Scottie, Rabbit, Ram, Swan
Category

Antique 1880s American Second Empire Animal Sculptures

Midcentury Gold Leaf Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury gold leaf cast iron bookends.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Pair of Japanese Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Pasadena, CA
pair of Japanese cast iron bookends. Each piece features a meticulously detailed relief scene of robed
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of 1930s Chariot Race Coliseum Hubley Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Pasadena, CA
Step back into a dramatic moment of antiquity with this striking pair of Hubley cast iron bookends
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Early 20th Century American Bookends

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Bradley Hubbard Lion Tiger Cast Iron Bookends
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Seguin, TX
Antique circa 1915 cast iron Bradley and Hubbard lion and tiger bookends. Very striking and quite
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookends

Materials

Iron

Fine/Detailed Gilded Antique B&H Cast Polo Players on Horseback Antique Bookends
Located in Brunswick, ME
line of outstanding bronzed or polychromed cast iron bookends from molten iron poured into sand molds
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Early 20th Century American Bookends

Materials

Iron

VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS Cast Iron Fox Head Bookends - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Late 20th Century bookends by Virginia Metalcrafters. Black color cast iron depicting fox
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Late 20th Century American Other Bookends

Materials

Iron

Fine Pair of Cast Iron Regency Period Bookends or Doorstops
Located in Glamis, Angus
A fine pair of cast iron Regency period bookends depicting female heads. Due to the incredible
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Antique Early 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Regency Bookends

Materials

Iron, Lead

Kyuzo Bookends in Blue Cast Iron by Visibility
By Visibility Studio
Located in New York, NY
Named after a character from Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 epic “Seven Samurai,” the Kyuzo collection is comprised of four desk and home accessories. Driven by material-ity, these objects pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Kyuzo Bookends in Blackened Cast Iron by Visibility
By Visibility Studio
Located in New York, NY
Named after a character from Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 epic “Seven Samurai,” the Kyuzo collection is comprised of four desk and home accessories. Driven by material-ity, these objects pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Two Painted Cast Iron Antique Car Door Stops or Book Ends
By Sexton
Located in Nova Scotia, NS
This fabulous pair of painted cast iron antique cars can be used as door stops, book ends, or shelf
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Metal, Iron

Bradley Hubbard B&H Gold/Gilded Bookends Federal Neoclassical Building w/Columns
Located in Brunswick, ME
polychromed cast iron bookends from molten iron poured into sand molds. B&H bookends are noted for their heavy
Category

Early 20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Doorstops/Bookends C1880
Located in London, GB
antique materials. C1880 the Busts were originally French Cast Iron Andirons and the wood recycled from
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Turn of Century Ivory Sex Netsuke (Bonerific)
Located in Brunswick, ME
polychromed cast iron bookends from molten iron poured into sand molds. B&H bookends are noted for their heavy
Category

Early 20th Century Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Pair of Rare Empire style Doorstops or bookends
Located in London, GB
own workshop from all original antique materials. the Busts were originally French Cast Iron
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Antique 1820s French Empire Busts

Materials

Iron

Collection of Floral Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Redding, CT
Collection of floral cast iron bookends. Five total. Varying designs of floral baskets. Use as
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Vintage 1940s American Romantic Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair or Cast Iron Bookends by Virginia Metal Crafters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of bookends by Virginia Metal Crafters, USA, c.1970s. The pair features two cast iron bookends
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Bradley and Hubbard Cast Iron Bookends Boston Terriers
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Petaluma, CA
These nicely painted cast iron bookends, although unsigned, we believe they are by the noted
Category

Early 20th Century American Other Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage Charles Lindbergh Art Deco The Aviator 1929 Cast Iron Bookends - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Charles Lindbergh Art Deco "The Aviator" 1929 Cast Iron Bookends - a Pair. Circa Early 20th
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Bookends, by B H, 19th Century Well Dressed Gentlemen
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Petaluma, CA
These are an exceptionally fine pair of cast iron bookends produced by the noted foundry Bradley
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Vintage 1910s American Other Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage George Washington Cast Iron Bookends by Judd Co., circa 1920
By Judd Co.
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
and the bookends have a decorative base, with a raised-relief liberty shield at center. The cast iron
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Bookend by Bill Curry in Green
By Bill Curry
Located in Berlin, DE
This bookend is made of green lacquered cast iron and is in original condition!
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Bookends by Bill Curry in White
By Bill Curry
Located in Berlin, DE
These bookends are made of white lacquered cast iron and are in original condition!
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

c. 1900 Pair of Camel Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A pair of recumbent camel bookends, English, c.1900. Cast iron. 5 7/8" x 2.25" x 4.5" h. Whitehall
Category

Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Bookends w/ Indians, by Judd Co. ca. 1910
By Judd Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
for their bookends which were made from 1910-1930, that green color that you can see on the back of
Category

Vintage 1910s American Other Bookends

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Bookends of Colorful Cockatoos- Set of 2
Located in Ross, CA
Cast Iron cockatoo bookends made in the second half of the 20th century. Cast iron settings for
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown British Colonial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Eagle Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a pair of cast iron eagle bookends. These bookends each feature a perched eagle with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Bookends

Materials

Iron

Whimsical Pair Lucite and Cast Iron Snail Bookends P. Borras Mid-century Modern
By P. Borras
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Whimsical pair of lucite and cast iron bookends. The snails are wonderfully sculpted in the cubism
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Antique Pair of Painted Cast Iron Camel Bookends by Judd Co, ca. 1910
By Judd Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
This incredible pair of cast iron bookends can only be made by the Judd Company. Superb detailed
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Early 20th Century American Beaux Arts Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Eagle Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a pair of cast iron eagle bookends. These bookends each feature a perched eagle with
Category

Vintage 1950s Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron George Washington Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a set of vintage cast iron bookends, featuring the bust of George Washington. The head
Category

Late 20th Century American Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Cast Copper Patinated Iron Bookends in the Form of Standing Shep
Located in Middleburg, VA
Pair of English Cast Copper Patinated Iron Bookends in the Form of Standing Shepherd Dogs. A
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Metal, Copper, Iron

Handsome vintage cast-iron hunting dog bookends
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a pair of handsome cast-iron hunting dog bookends. These heavy molded cast-iron bookends
Category

Vintage 1970s American American Classical More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Vintage Washington Crossing the Delaware Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a vintage pair of cast iron bookends depicting the now iconic scene of George
Category

20th Century American Federal Bookends

Materials

Iron

Bill + Jackie Curry for Design Line Giant Nut Bookends in Polished Chrome Finish
By Bill Curry, Bill Curry Design Line, Design Line
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Bill + Jackie Curry for Design Line, USA Chrome Plated Cast Iron Bookends Model J-20, ca 1960s. A
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Vintage George Washington Crossing the Delaware River Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a vintage pair of cast iron bookends depicting the now iconic scene of George
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Pair of Cast Iron Muscular Male Figural Bookends
Located in San Francisco, CA
Muscular male figure bookends made of cast iron, standing on plinth bases.
Category

Mid-20th Century Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Bald Eagle Bookends, circa 1950s
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a pair of cast iron eagle bookends from the 1950s. These bookends each feature a perched
Category

Vintage 1950s American Federal Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Western-Style Horse Bookends
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage cast iron western-style horse bookends. Pair of cast iron saddled grazing horse bookends
Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Bookends

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Iron Cast Bulls Bookends Japan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Mid-Century Modern sculptural iron cast bulls bookends. Made in Japan circa
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Bookends

Materials

Iron

Whimsical set of MCM Patinated Painted Cast Iron Whale Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
whimsical pair of cast iron painted patinated whale bookends , circa 1960's very unique set.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron and Bronzed Overlay Bookends of Male Discus Thrower
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Spectacular antique pair of Jennings Brothers discus throwing nude male bookends. Bronzed cast iron
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Cast Stone

English Traditional Cast Iron Dog Door Stops or Bookends - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of cast iron door stops or bookends. Created from heavy cast iron, this set of English
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookends

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Painted Andirons or Bookends
Located in Dallas, TX
With delightful cast ibronze cherubs reclining atop the 19th century cast iron painted andirons
Category

Antique 1870s French Baroque Revival Bookends

Pair of Vintage Rustic Iron Tree Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of vintage Rustic-style brown cast iron tree stump bookends (PRICED AS PAIR)
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Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Bookends

Materials

Iron

Japanese Art Organic Modern Bookends Gold Gilt on Cast Iron 1960s Japan
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration: Japanese mid century organic modern cast iron sculptural bookends. Stamped
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Gold, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Book Press
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique cast-iron book press. Measures 18 3/4" x 12" x 12 3/4" - 15 1/2" in height.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Bookends

Materials

Steel, Iron

Cast Iron Jacks by Bill Curry
By Bill Curry Design Line
Located in Los Angeles, CA
great pair of black oversized cast iron jax by Bill Curry
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Vintage 1950s American Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Early 20thc Iron Dog Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PAIR OF CAST IRON DOG BOOKENDS WITH A GREAT OLD SURFACE.THE PAIR ARE IN GREAT CONDITION.
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Antique 19th Century American Bookends

Materials

Iron

Toyo Bamboo Bookends
Located in Savannah, GA
A vintage pair of Toyo cast iron bamboo trellice bookends with verdigris finish. 5 ¼ inches wide
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Bookends

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Clipper Ship Door Stop
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage, American. After the A.M. Greenblatt Studios model in worn condition. Great display for any collector of nautical antiques. Measurements: 12" w, 9.625" h, 2" d.
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20th Century American Primitive Bookends

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Wing and Ball Wrought Iron Bookends Edgar Brandt, 1930
By Edgar Brandt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stylish pair of wrought and cast iron ball and wing bookends on an angular support mounted on a
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Of Antique Dog Door Stops, English, Iron, Decorative Bookends, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of small antique dog door stops. An English, cast iron decorative bookend or
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookends

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Jacks by Bill Curry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of dark chocolate brown enameled iron jacks by Bill Curry
Category

Vintage 1950s American Bookends

Vintage George Washington Standing Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a vintage set of George Washington bookends. The bookends depict George Washington
Category

20th Century American Federal Bookends

Materials

Iron

Vintage George Washington Standing Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a vintage set of George Washington bookends. The bookends depict George Washington
Category

20th Century American Federal Bookends

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Bookends For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of cast iron bookends available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and bronze, all cast iron bookends available were constructed with great care. Cast iron bookends have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency cast iron bookends are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made cast iron bookends over the years, but those made by Hubley Manufacturing Company, Bill Curry Design Line and Bill Curry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Finding the Right Bookends for You

A good pair of antique, new or vintage bookends will look wonderful in your reading nook. And the need for these trusty home accents has stood the test of time, which means there are many different kinds to suit any design taste or furniture style.

Bookends weren’t created until the 1870s. Serving faithfully in the background, they went unobserved for a while. The authors of the Oxford English Dictionary report that the term “book end” didn’t appear in printed material until 1907. The primary function of bookends is to ensure that your books remain upright in your bookcase, but style and form have taken the lead over the years. Furniture makers have ensured that bookends demand as much attention as the books themselves. Indeed, while competing with carefully curated first editions or rows of colorful spines is no small task, plenty of bookends steal the stage.

If you’re looking to add a dose of intrigue or decorative flourish to your reading room that will be difficult to ignore, stone bookends and metal bookends can take on the appearance of small, provocative sculptures rather than functional accessories to keep your books orderly on your shelves. Depending on what kind of textures you’re thinking of introducing to your home office or study, a pair of brass bookends or a bronze set will pop against your dusty hardcovers and any decorative objects you’ve accumulated while working to style your bookcase. A pair of mid-century modern bookends carved from dark, exotic woods such as teak can also introduce warmth to a home office or study. While teak was a favorite of designers who worked with furniture in the mid-20th century, all manner of wood bookends have emerged over the years, with some woodworkers carving ornate patterns or figures into their pieces.

Bookworms, take note: You can find an extraordinary range of antique, new and vintage bookends for your dazzling book displays and bookshelves today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Bookends
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.

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