Tipperary Hill Ornament

Tipperary Hill, aka Tipp Hill, is a district in the city of Syracuse, New York. Tipp Hill is the home of the only upside-down traffic light in the United States. When the city first started to install traffic signal lights in the 1920s they put one at a major intersection on Tipperary Hill, on the corner of Tompkins Street and Milton Avenue. Some Irish youths, incensed that anyone would dare to put the "British" red above the "Irish" green, broke the light. The city replaced it but the Irish broke the replacement. After a few rounds of this the city decided that if they wanted a light at that intersection, they had better put the signal up inverted, and so they did. Measures 3" at the tallest point. Lightweight and sturdy. Made of 1/4" birch plywood. Designed and crafted in Upstate NY. All pieces are made to order for you. Wood is a beautiful natural element that may feature minor imperfections. The backs may see have some light charring and knots. Due to variations in the wood, please expect minor variations, however we do our best to source the absolute best pieces possible. Looking for something custom? Let us know! We offer custom engraving and cutting for small businesses and personal orders alike.