(there's a "naughty" fact about this statute). Because there's a section of the statue that's shiny and without the patina of tarnish that covers the rest of it, I'll guess that rubbing that spot where it's shiny for that reason is thought to give good luck or have some other alleged consequence. (Probably an unintended typo but a statute is another word for a law section) Edit for PS, many males (especially young adults and younger) would see that practice not as being naughty but rather as being opportunistic.

This pic comes in handy for several categories ... ;-)

Apple appetizer. Pruned my apple tree and left the branches on the ground and the rabbits are stripping the bark. Might just keep them from attacking my desirable shrubs. tj

Anolis carolinsis on one of my bromeliads. It must have escaped from someone's house, as it is not native to Los Angeles.