I grew up in Massachusetts. This was purchased at an antique store in Salem, Massachusetts back in the late 70s. It's a genuine witches cauldron from the 19th century. It's extremely heavy and quite large, cast iron. Right now, we have it full of potpourri. You can use it to display all kinds of unique items or feel free to throw it on top of the fire and start casting your spells ๐งน ๐ช โก๐ซ๐ง ๐ซ๐ซ๐