Historic Limestone Fence Posts

Post Rock (what we refer to as limestone fence posts) was first quarried around the 1860′s. Production increased dramatically after the Homestead Act was signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1862. Homesteaders in Kansas needed a way to mark the boundaries of their homestead. Since there was not an abundance of trees, they turned to the next abundant resource which was limestone. In the 1880′s a quarry worker could cut and create 20 fence posts in a 16 hour work day. The posts were cut into 18 foot lengths and then usually cut again into 3 six-foot posts.

All of our historic limestone posts come from original fence lines and are quite old. Although the average weight of each is 350 to 450 pounds, there are some in the 200 pound range and some that exceed 500 pounds. With the drill marks, various fossils, and a variety of lichens and mosses, they are all very unique and each post is one of a kind. The uses for these posts are unlimited. They can be left whole, cut, shaped, carved or drilled to suit your individual needs. When you incorporate them with some of our other limestone products, which come in many sizes, shapes, and thicknesses, you’ll find that they will create a special project that will without a doubt become a focal point for your home or business.

Bedrock is pleased to be able to offer many different products that are created from these limestone fence posts. Be sure to visit our website where you can view our fountain kits, pond kits, accent lighting, and other products that have been designed from these beautiful stones.