Brass Stencil "Frank Hurd & Co, 2S, Cleveland, O."

This is an old unique mellowed brass stencil, used for marking crates, boxes, etc., possibly from the 19th century.  It is in original condition, I have not cleaned it.  It measures 6 3/4" wide x 3 1/4" high.  It has a hole in the upper left corner, probably for hanging the stencil.  I would consider it to be in very good vintage condition.  I have been unable to locate any information about Frank Hurd & Co.  In searching for old brass stencils, all I could find listed for sale was one brass stencil wheel.  A neat item which could be hung on the wall or any other way you might choose to display it.  An item from another time.