Antique High Wheel Penny Farthing Bicycle in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania For Sale

Gormully & Jeffery American Challenge from Chicago
Dates from xxxx-xxxx
52" driving wheel with 7/8" tire
17" rear wheel with 3/4" tire
The celebrated Lillibridge saddle is furnished with this machine
This bike has the upgraded solid Rams-Horn Handle bars and ball bearing pedals, these both would have been an option to the "standard" Challenge which came with cow-horn handle bars and parallel bearings in the pedals. These options added an additional $6.50 to the cost.
Also, upgrades include, ball bearings in both wheel axles, this feature cost an extra $11.00 to the already pricey $79.00 for the bicycle in xxxx.
The handle bar grips are in excellent condition
The mounting step is correct and complete
The tires are not worn, as this bike can be ridden today and for many years to come just as it stands!
Handle bars and seat componets all are nickel plated, although tarnished. All should clean up to a high luster
Both wheels are solid and true, no missing spokes and all original spokes
Tight wheel base that shows no damage to any parts