Vintage Etched Northwestern University 1851 Quaecumque Sunt Vera MARBLE BOOKENDS For Sale

This sale is for a pair of heavy marble bookends featuring the crest of Northwestern University, the motto "Quaecumque Sunt Vera" and the year of the school's founding, 1851. These original bookends are a unique collectible item for fans of the institution. Made in Pakistan by Leeman Designs, these bookends are a piece of historical memorabilia that pay tribute to the rich tradition and legacy of Northwestern University. The Latin phrase.”Quacumque Sunt Vera” translates in English as “whatsoever things are true”. One bookend has the university's crest. The other is plain marble. Each bookend has 4 pads to protect your furniture. The pair has a combined weight of 7 and 1/2 pounds.