Front view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 1, showing a verdi green patina and raised relief text.
Back view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 1, highlighting the historic friar name inscriptions.
Front view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 2, showing a chocolate and gold patina finish.
Back view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 2, showcasing the thick crown hanger top and leather cord.
Front view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 3, showing a weathered bronze patina with gold-tinged relief detailing.
Back view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 3, highlighting the raised inscription and crown hanger top.
Mission Bell Replicas, Old Bells for Sale
Front view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 1, showing a verdi green patina and raised relief text.
Back view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 1, highlighting the historic friar name inscriptions.
Front view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 2, showing a chocolate and gold patina finish.
Back view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 2, showcasing the thick crown hanger top and leather cord.
Front view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 3, showing a weathered bronze patina with gold-tinged relief detailing.
Back view of antique bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano memorial bell variant 3, highlighting the raised inscription and crown hanger top.
Mission Bell Replicas, Old Bells for Sale

Antique Memorial Bell Of Mission San Juan Capistrano

$119.00

A Century-Old Memorial Masterpiece: Authentic Forbes Foundry San Juan Capistrano Bells

Offer shoppers a rare piece of California history with these 100-year-old solid bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano bell replicas, handcrafted between 1914 and 1937 by the historic Forbes Foundry of Los Angeles.

Collector Specifications:

  • Dimensions & Weight: 2 3/4" tall, 2 3/8" diameter; heavy hand-cast bronze with a clear, resonant ring.

  • Condition: Pristine vintage condition with untouched historic patinas; free US shipping included.

  • Available Variants (Dropdown Selection):

    • Bell 1: Verdati-green patina with hand-knotted aged leather loop.

    • Bell 2: Dark chocolate and bright antiqued bronze patina with hand-knotted aged leather cord.
      Bell 3: Medium-dark weathered bronze patina with a rustic gold-tinged relief and a classic hand-knotted aged leather loop.

The History:
Designed by preservationist Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes—creator of the iconic El Camino Real highway guidepost bells—these miniatures honor the priests of the 1812 Great Stone Church, featuring raised relief inscriptions translating to "Praise Jesus, San Vicente honoring the resident priests F. Vicente Fuster and San Juan Santiago." Ideal for collectors and Spanish Revival interiors.

Patina:

A Century-Old Memorial Masterpiece: Authentic Forbes Foundry San Juan Capistrano Bells

Offer shoppers a rare piece of California history with these 100-year-old solid bronze Mission San Juan Capistrano bell replicas, handcrafted between 1914 and 1937 by the historic Forbes Foundry of Los Angeles.

Collector Specifications:

  • Dimensions & Weight: 2 3/4" tall, 2 3/8" diameter; heavy hand-cast bronze with a clear, resonant ring.

  • Condition: Pristine vintage condition with untouched historic patinas; free US shipping included.

  • Available Variants (Dropdown Selection):

    • Bell 1: Verdati-green patina with hand-knotted aged leather loop.

    • Bell 2: Dark chocolate and bright antiqued bronze patina with hand-knotted aged leather cord.
      Bell 3: Medium-dark weathered bronze patina with a rustic gold-tinged relief and a classic hand-knotted aged leather loop.

The History:
Designed by preservationist Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes—creator of the iconic El Camino Real highway guidepost bells—these miniatures honor the priests of the 1812 Great Stone Church, featuring raised relief inscriptions translating to "Praise Jesus, San Vicente honoring the resident priests F. Vicente Fuster and San Juan Santiago." Ideal for collectors and Spanish Revival interiors.

Mission San Juan Capistrano Bell Audio