Temple Rubbings

Yesterday I went to an estate sale not looking for anything in particular, and instantly fell in love with a set of vintage temple rubbings.  I was told they are original pieces from Thailand dating back to the 1960's.

 Over the years, the Thai goverment became aware that the rubbing process was damaging the wall carvings and the artform was banned.  I'd like to believe mine are authentic and that I have a little piece of history hanging on my walls...

 but even if they aren't I still think they are AWESOME!