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400. RARE FLOBERT PERCUSSION PISTOL IN CARDBOARD BOX. SN 34. 9mm. 7-1/2"
barrel. Maker's mark "* / HD" on frame and barrel has not been
identified. The box has a hand-drawn and colored image of the pistol and
conforms to fit the pistol. A brass and iron cleaning rod is also included.
The top of the hammer is broken off and missing. The brass cartridge with
iron extracting handle and nipple locks in place in the barrel. An "L"
has been carved on the left grip escutcheon, although the box shows "EL."
CONDITION: Gray patina overall with scattered spots of light surface rust.
The grips are smooth. The bore is poor. Mechanically needs to have hammer
restored. The box is excellent, with minor chips along the edges and some
losses on the sides. 4-43369 FS10 (1,500-3,000)
401. CASED WESSON & LEAVITT BELT REVOLVER. SN 950. .32 cal. 6"
barrel. "WESSON'S & LEAVITT'S PATENT" is marked on the lockplate,
"MASS. ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS" on the top strap. Cased in
a walnut box with blue velvet interior. containing a loading plunger,
bullet mold, flask and Eley cap tin. The mold and flask both have Mass
Arms markings. The key is present and the lock works. CONDITION: Fine
overall with 90% thinning blue on the barrel, 98% on the barrel catch
and 70% on the cylinder. The frame and lockplate casehardening colors
have mostly grayed out. The trigger guard and backstrap have about 90%
silver, with some tarnish and flaking. The bore is bright. Mechanically
excellent. The case has numerous small scratches on the exterior and is
slightly dirty on the inside, but still solid. 4-43356 FS11 (2,000-3,000)
402. CASED MASS. ARMS MAYNARD PATENT REVOLVER. SN 547. .28 cal. 2-1/2"
octagonal barrel. Marked "MAYNARD'S PATENT / SEP. 22. 1845"
on the primer cover, which has the number "796" and "MASS.
ARMS CO / CHICOPEE FALLS" on the top strap. In a walnut case with
loading plunger, bullet mold, flask and cap tin. The flask and cap tin
are both embossed with the Mass. Arms marking. CONDITION: 60% blue on
barrel, latch and primer cover. 90% silver on trigger guard. Traces of
finish elsewhere, with a pitted area around the nipple. The grips have
about 80% original varnish. The barrel latch catch is a replacement. The
hand-rotated action is good. One edge of the case is loose and the interior
is badly faded, but does not show a lot of wear. The flask has finish
in protected areas. 4-43357 FS13 (1,500-2,500)
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403. CASED MASS ARMS STEVENS PATENT REVOLVER. SN 252. . 28 cal. 3-7/16"
round barrel. Flat 6-shot cylinder. Standard markings on top strap, primer
cover and backstrap. In a walnut case with red velvet interior with unmarked
bullet mold, an "E. PLURIBUS. UNUM" eagle flask and French paper
cap box. CONDITION: Gun is excellent, retaining most of the blue, casehardening
color and silver. The case is very good, with numerous scratches. The
interior is badly faded, the accessories are very good. 4-43359 FS16 (2,200-3,200)
404. CASED MASS ARMS STEVENS PATENT REVOLVER. SN 405 on the top strap,
370 under the primer cover. .28 cal. 3" round barrel. Convex cylinder.
Standard markings on top strap and primer cover. "PATENT. / JAN.
2. 1855" on the backstrap. The cylinder is etched and the frame and
primer cover are engraved. The case is lined with purple velvet and contains
a shell flask, loading plunger and bullet mold. An extra incorrect loading
plunger is also included. CONDITION: 50% thinning blue on barrel and barrel
latch, strong traces on the cylinder and primer cover. The balance of
the metal is smooth and gray with dents and pits on the tops tap and front
of the cylinder. The ivory grips have shrunk and are slightly undersized,
and have the number "370" inside. The case has two repaired
cracks in the lid and has some rust stains on the purple interior. The
flask retains about 90% of its original finish. 4-43358 FS15 (1,500-2,500)
405. CASED MASS ARMS STEVENS PATENT REVOLVER. SN 489. .28 cal., 3"
round barrel, flat cylinder face, standard markings on top strap, primer
cover, back strap and barrel catch. In a wood case with green velvet interior
containing a bullet mold, loading plunger and flask. The key does not
fit the lock. CONDITION: Excellent with 90% blue on barrel and barrel
catch, 80% on cylinder, frame and trigger guard. Bright casehardening
colors on the hammer, slightly fading on the top strap. The grips retain
about 90% of the varnish, with wear at the high spots and a few dents.
The case lid has one crack running completely across it and another halfway.
The replaced lining of the lid is a good match in color, but of a different
material. The back edge of the case bottom is loose. The accessories are
good. 4-43360 FS19 (1,500-2,500)
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406. RARE CASED MASS ARMS COMPANY ADAMS PATENT REVOLVER. SN 2826. .31
cal. 3-1/4" octagonal barrel. The usual three-line address and patent
marking is on top of frame. In wood case with red velvet lining, containing
a bullet mold, loading plunger, flask, nipple wrench and cap tin. CONDITION:
Excellent, with 95% blue and small areas of light surface rust and pitting
on the sides of the top strap and flaked areas on the trigger guard and
buttplate. The grips are sharp. The flask has the embossed MASS ARMS CO.
logo on one side and an eagle on the other. The eagle side has a large
dent in the eagle's right wing. One tine of the nipple wrench is broken.
4-43362 FS18 (2,000-3,000)
407. RARE CASED MASS ARMS ADAMS PATENT REVOLVER WITH LONG BARREL. SN
2314. .31 cal. 4-1/8" barrel. In wood case with red velvet lining,
containing bullet mold, powder flask, Eley cap tin and key (which does
not fit). CONDITION: Fine, with 50% blue on frame, 40% on barrel. The
cylinder and loading lever have traces of blue mixed with light surface
rust and some nicks and dents. The grips are sharp. The case has one repaired
crack on the lid and numerous dents and scratches. The lining of the lid
has faded to gold. The accessories are very good. 4-43361 FS20 (1,500-2,500)
408. CASED WESSON & LEAVITT BELT REVOLVER. No SN. .31 cal. 4"
barrel. Convex face cylinder is marked "LEAVITT'S PATENT APRIL 29.
1837" on back. The revolving plate is marked "WESSONS' PATENT
AUG. 28 1849." The lockplate and top strap have the standard markings.
The walnut case is lined with blue velvet in a partitioned-style rather
than the normal French style. It contains a bullet mold, flask, loading
plunger, UMC cap tin and key. CONDITION: Fine overall, with 60% blue on
barrel, top strap and barrel catch, 90% on the etched cylinder. Bright
casehardening colors on the hammer, faded to silver on the frame. The
backstrap and trigger guard retain about 95% of the silver. The grips
show only minor nicks and dents with 90% of the varnish. The case is likewise
fine, with a bright interior. The accessories are good. The lock works.
4-43363 FS17 (2,250-3,500)
409. CASE FOR COLT POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Walnut case with new interior
bottom. The brown velvet does not match the original red in the lid. CONDITION:
Some stains to the exterior and rust stains to the interior lid lining.
The bottom is new. No illustration. 4-43462 FS42 (400-700)
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410. CASED PAIR OF COLT PERCUSSION REVOLVERS. SN 42624. .35 cal. 7-1/2"
barrel. 1) Gustave Young engraving, including the wolf's head on the hammer
and barrel lug and scroll engraving on other parts, some mixed with flowers.
"COLT'S / PATENT" on the left side of the frame is also engraved.
CONDITION: Blue/gray patina overall with light to moderate pitting on
barrel and cylinder. 50% silver on backstrap and trigger guard. The ivory
grips have numerous natural age marks, but are still solid. The action
is fine. 2) A ROOT SIDE HAMMER. SN 9767..31 cal. 3-1/2" round barrel.
Is not engraved, but does have the ivory grips. CONDITION: 50% blue on
the frame, 40% on the cylinder, traces on the barrel which has a spot
of light pitting near the muzzle. The casehardening colors on the hammer
are bright, with a small patch of surface rust on the back. The green
velvet lined case also contains a small COLT PATENT eagle flask and an
unmarked larger flask, two bullet molds, a cap tin, nipple wrench and
key. The case has numerous dents and scratches, but is solid on the outside.
Some partitions are loose, and three have been re-glued. The eagle flask
is fine, the other is dented and has a replaced spout. The navy mold has
"S" inspector marks on both handles and is very good. The "31
PKT" mold has a rust/brown patina. The lock on the case works. 4-43365
FS12 (5,000-8,000)
411. CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 155025. .31 cal. 4"
octagonal barrel. Matching except lever, 0909 and wedge, 40715. In a replica
case containing bullet mold, E. PLURIBUS UNUM flask, reproduction cleaning
cloth, and an Eley cap tin. CONDITION: Iron parts are battered and pitted,
backstrap and trigger guard retain about 80% silver, but are also battered.
The grips retain about 60% varnish, but are missing large chips at both
toes. The reproduction case is fine. The accessories are very good. 4-43460
FS43 (500-1,000)
412. CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 52557. .31 cal. 5"
octagonal barrel. In a replica case, with replica flask and nipple wrench,
original bullet mold and Eley cap tin. CONDITION: Gray patina overall
with some scratches and pitting. The cylinder scene is strong. 90% silver
on the backstrap and trigger guard, 80% varnish on the grips with wear
on the high spots and tiny chips on the left toe. Some screws are replaced.
The case and reproduction accessories are excellent, the mold has about
20% blue. 4-43461 FS44 (800-1,200)
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413. CASED PAIR OF WESSON & LEAVITT DRAGOON PISTOLS. SN 10 and 67.
41 cal. 7" round barrels with ivory grips. Standard markings on all
parts. Cased with two loading plungers, two bullet molds, two nipple wrenches
and two keys. The pheasant flask is an incorrect replacement. The rosewood
case has brass corners and is lined with green velvet and maroon compartment
liners. CONDITION: Fine to excellent overall, with bright blue on the
barrel, top strap and backstrap, slightly dull on the etched cylinders.
The casehardening on the frames, hammers and center pins is faded. The
trigger guards retain about 98% of the darkly tarnished silver. Both sets
of grips have shrunk slightly and have natural cracks, one pistol has
an open crack at the tail of the lockplate. The case is fine, with minor
tears on the interior. The two bullet molds are darkly patinated. The
tines on one nipple wrench have been re-ground, one is broken on the other.
4-43588 FS45 (5,000-10,000)
414. CASED MASS. ARMS MAYNARD PRIME BELT REVOLVER. SN163. .31 cal. 6"
round barrel. Marked "MASS. ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS" on the
top strap, "MAYNARD'S PATENT / SEP. 22. 1845" on primer cover.
In wood case with blue velvet interior, containing a flask, cleaning rod
and bullet mold. The lock works, but the latch staple on the lid is missing.
The flask has a company name spelled out on both sides. The iron Remington
Beals-type mold has the same marking as the top strap, but it has been
marked with individual dies. CONDITION: 60% blue overall, thinning on
the barrel and strong on the etched cylinder. The backstrap and trigger
guard retain almost all of their silver. The casehardening colors on the
frame are strong on the left side and front grip strap, fading to silver
elsewhere with a few spots of light pitting and surface rust. The grips
are fine. The case is missing a chunk out of the top, but is generally
good. The cardboard insert in the lid, showing the Mass. Arms factory
and listing their products, has been rubbed by the hammer and has some
rust stains. The flask is excellent. 4-43364 FS14 (2,000-3,000)
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415. SAVAGE NAVY REVOLVER. SN unreadable due to rust pitting. .36 cal.
7-1/8" barrel. Standard 3-line marking on top of frame. Inspector
marks on some parts, but none visible on the grips. The rammer assembly
is a replacement, and several of the headspace adjust slides in the cylinder
are missing. The cylinder pin screw is also missing. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina with light pitting. 1/8" headspace. The action needs work.
The grips are scraped, battered and missing chips. 4-43608 FS111 (500-800)
416. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. SN 109316. .36 cal. 7-1/2" octagonal
barrel. The cylinder number has been changed to match. CONDITION: Gray
patina overall with dents and gauges on the barrel and moderate rust on
the cylinder. The backstrap and trigger guard have a nice patina. The
grips have been sanded to smooth the chips and dents, and re-varnished.
The bore is poor. The action requires work. 4-43610 FS39 (600-1,200)
417. U.S. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. SN 68183. .36 cal. 7-1/2"
barrel. The sights, wedge and screw have been replaced. CONDITION: All
metal surfaces have been cleaned, but are still sharp and have scattered
spots of light surface rust. The cylinder scene is sharp, but the pins
are battered. The grips are worn smooth at the high spots and have minor
chips at the base. Mechanically good. 4-43740 FS5 (850-1,300)
418. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER. SN 130722. .44 cal. 8" octagonal
barrel. Replaced front sight. Inspector initials appear on metal parts,
and an unreadable cartouche on the right grip. CONDITION: 40% blue remains
on the frame which has 5 initials scratched at the base of the grip. The
barrel and lever have about 20% of the blue, with pits, dents and scratches.
The cylinder has been cleaned to gray. The grips are worn on the high
spots and have numerous dents and chips at the base. The bore is fair.
The action is good. 4-43607 FS37 (600-1,200)
419. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. SN 100288. .36 cal. 7-1/2" barrel.
One-line Hartford address with long dashes at either end. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina overall with strong traces of silver on the trigger guard. The
barrel and cylinder have light pitting and numerous small dents. The grips
retain about 40% of the original varnish, worn off on the high spots.
The bore is poor. The action is good. 4-43739 FS6 (800-1,200)
420. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 77883. .44 cal. 8" round
barrel. The hammer, barrel and associated parts are replacements from
a replica. The frame, backstrap and hammer have been draw filed. CONDITION:
Poor, with file marks, rust and work needed. 4-43615 FS40 (300-500)
421. COLT "CONVERSION" ARMY REVOLVER. SN 4966, the backstrap
has no number. .44 cal. 8" barrel. These revolvers were made as cartridge
revolvers and have the two-line patent markings on the left side of the
frame, but collectors usually call them conversions. The front sight has
been reshaped and the grips have coarse designs. CONDITION: Retains about
40% of the nickel, mixed with light to moderate pitting. The grips are
missing chips and have been sanded undersized. Mechanically good. 4-43459
FS90 (800-1,300)
422. MANHATTAN NAVY REVOLVER. SN 61037. .36 cal. 6-1/2" barrel.
Five shot cylinder with 10 cylinder stops and 5 vignettes inside engraved
frames. CONDITION: Blue/gray patina overall with light pitting on all
iron parts. Strong traces of silver on the trigger guard and 80% varnish
on the grips. The bore is dark. The action is fine. 4-43738 FS7 (650-1,100)
423. COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 122407, all matching, including
wedge. .31 cal. 4" octagonal barrel, with two line address and brackets.
CONDITION: Frame has been heated with a torch. The barrel and rammer assembly
have traces of original finish, mostly mixed with light surface rust,
dents and scratching. Traces of silver on the backstrap trigger guard,
60% varnish on the grips. The cylinder scene is mostly visibly, but cleaning
has reduced it. Mechanically needs work. 4-43595 FS92 (400-700)
424. ALLEN & THURBER PEPPERBOX. SN 410. .31 cal. 4-3/4" barrels.
Standard markings on barrel and hammer. CONDITION: Fine, retaining most
of the blue on the barrels, and about half on the recoil shield, 20% on
protected spots on the frame. The grips are fine with most of their varnish.
Mechanically good. 4-43445 FS59 (500-800)
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425. JAPANESE MATCHLOCK PISTOL No SN. .62 cal. 12" barrel. Barrel,
match holder and trigger guard are decorated with brass inlays. The turned
brass ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: All metal surfaces have been
cleaned, the iron parts show scattered light pitting, the brass parts
are bright. The stock retains most of its varnish, although it has some
scratches and dents. The bore is poor. Mechanically good. 4-43789 FS184
(1,500-2,000)
426. FINE FLINTLOCK PISTOL MADE FOR THE ORIENTAL MARKET. No SN. .66 cal.
9-1/2" part octagonal barrel. Has 14 European-style raised gold cartouches
at the rear of the barrel, the largest of which has a two-line Farsi inscription.
The markings on barrel and lockplate are made to simulate European markings.
The dark wood stock is sculpted with vines and flowers from the muzzle
to the rear of the grip. The ramrod is carved as part of the stock. The
gilt bronze side plate and butt cap are heavily chiseled with vines, flowers
and military motifs. The iron trigger guard is overlaid with silver vines
and scrolls. There is also a short Farsi inscription on the barrel tang.
CONDITION: Fine to excellent, with iron parts cleaned bright and other
parts not touched. 4-43790 FS186 (1,000-1,500)
427. IMPORTANT CAUCASIAN MIQUELETTE PISTOL. No SN. .60 cal. 12-/18"
barrel is of Spanish origin. Carries the crown "FER / NAN / DEZ"
cartouche above the raised horse cartouche. The Catalan lock is possibly
of the same origin, but is not marked. The burl wood stock is probably
of Caucasian origin and is overlaid with niello work on solid silver.
The round butt cap is surmounted by a swivel carrying a large lapis lazuli
stone. CONDITION: Excellent overall. The iron barrel and lock have been
polished. The silver barrel bands and other overlays on stock are untouched
and show the bright contrasting niello against the silver background.
4-43791 FS185 (1,500-2,500)
428. QUEEN ANN-STYLE PISTOL BY GRIFFIN. No SN. .62 cal. 7-1/8" turn
off barrel. Marked "GRIFFIN" on top of the breech, "BOND:STREET:LONDON"
on bottom. The turn off barrel and frame have matching number 1, indicating
that it was part of a pair at one time. The silver butt cap, side plate
and thumb plate do not have hallmarks. The thumb plate is engraved with
a goat head crest. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina, with light pitting overall.
The wood shows two repaired cracks and has been lightly sanded and re-varnished.
Both sides of the trigger guard are dented. 4-43787 FS187 (1,000-1,500)
429. HIGHLY DECORATIVE ARABIAN PISTOL. No SN. .62 cal. 13-3/4" barrel.
Solid brass stock with inlaid stones and dyed bone. The iron ramrod with
brass tip is a well-made replacement. The European lock has a faint marking
possibly Gideon. CONDITION: Fine. Light pitting on the iron parts, polished
brass. 4-43792 FS182 (800-1,000)
430. SMALL PAIR OF FRENCH SILVER MOUNTED FLINTLOCK SCREW BARREL PISTOLS.
No SNs. .34 cal. 2-3/8" part octagonal barrel. Marked "Penel
Freres" on the right side of both pistols, "a St Etienne"
on the left sides. Silver butt caps are sculpted with vines and leaves.
The stocks are inlaid with silver wire in scroll form. The safeties are
operated by the trigger guard. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned
bright. The markings are all sharp. The grips retain most of the varnish
with no loss of wire inlay. 4-43788 FS188 (2,000-3,000)
431. EXCEPTIONAL SILVER OVERLAID ARABIAN RAT TAIL MIQUELETTE PISTOL.
No SN. .62 cal. 12-1/2" multi-stage barrel. The pointed solid brass
stock with integral ramrod is decorated with vine and scroll engraving
overall and clusters of silver beads at the grip. The lock has a Farsi
cartouche that has not been translated. The sculpted markings on the barrel
also include Farsi characters. CONDITION: All surfaces have been professionally
cleaned, and the appearance is outstanding. 4-43793 FS183 (800-1,300)
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432. STARR MODEL 1817 COMMON RIFLE. No SN. .58 cal. 36" barrel.
Dated 1824 on tail of lock and barrel tang. Inspector cartouche on left
side of stock visible but not readable. CONDITION: Much original brown
on the barrel under a light coating of surface rust and pitting. Excellent
re-conversion with artificial pitting where the nipple was removed from
the barrel. The stock has sharp edges and a natural crack on the left
side at the buttplate. The bore is dark, but the rifling appears to be
sharp. 4-43773 X8 (3,000-4,000)
433. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1816 MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .69 cal. 42"
barrel. Marked "SPRING / FIELD / 1825" at the tail of the lock.
No inspector marks are visible on the wood. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina,
with moderate to heavy pitting on lock parts. Good re-conversion, using
reproduction parts. The wood edges are sharp, with minor splits at both
ends of the lockplate. 4-43772 X7 (2,250-2,750)
434. FIRST MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET. No SN. .80 cal. 46" barrel.
Tower lock is dated 1741 on the tail. Numerous sets of initials are carved
in the wood. "F / 17" is marked on the thumb plate. The sling
swivels are missing. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Rust/brown
patina overall. The stock is missing numerous splinters along the forearm
and shows some old repairs and sanding. 4-43760 X5 (6,000-9,000)
435. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1795 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET AND MARYLAND
SURCHARGE. No SN. .69 cal. 44-1/2" barrel. 1800 date on buttplate
tang. "MARYLAND" branded into the forearm in large letters.
CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. Appears to be original flintlock.
The stock has numerous repaired cracks and chips. The t-slot bayonet has
unreadable inspector marks. The bore is poor. The lock is good. 4-43769
FS178 (3,000-5,000)
436. SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS FUSIL WITH BAYONET. No SN. .72 cal. 42"
barrel. Tower lock is not date. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION:
Rust/brown patina overall, with some surface rust. The hammer is a replacement
and has a crack at the neck. The wood has a few cracks along the forearm,
but is generally very good, with small chips at the lockplate and rear
of the barrel tang. The bayonet is in matching condition. The sling swivels
are missing.4-43762 FS195 (3,000-4,000)
437. CHARLEVILLE MODEL 1763 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .70
cal. 44-3/4" barrel. Several small issue marks on wood and metal.
The barrel has been re-bushed, but the lock appears to be original flint.
CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. The wood has minor chips missing
at the rear of the lockplate and some dents and scratches elsewhere, but
is still solid. The action is good. 4-43765 FS174 (3,000-4,000)
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438. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1835 MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 32" barrel.
Dated 1840 at the rear of the lockplate. Issue mark 38 is stamped into
the wood at the rear of the tang. "JW" inspector cartouche on
left side of stock. Various inspector initials on parts of lock, indicating
that some have been changed. The hammer, frizzen and associated parts
have no letters. CONDITION: Barrel has been cleaned, leaving moderate
to heavy pitting. Other parts appear to be acid cleaned. The stock is
fine, with small cracks at the buttplate. The action is good. 4-43827
FS208 (1,500-2,500)
439. EAST INDIA PATTERN FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .80 cal.
39-1/2" barrel. Dated 1779 above the East India Company heart. The
15-3/8" bayonet with spring catch is slightly loose. CONDITION: Appears
to be original flintlock. The metal is evenly pitted overall. The stock
shows numerous repairs and is missing chips at each of the barrel pins.
The front swivel is missing and the ramrod is a replacement. The bore
is poor. The action is good. 4-43764 FS175 (1,100-1,600)
440. SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET. No SN. .80 cal. 42" barrel.
Tower lock is not dated. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Rust/brown
patina overall, with light to moderate pitting. The wood has been cracked
through the lock area, repaired and re-varnished with some spotty aging
attempts. The frizzen has been re-faced. The sling swivels are missing.
4-43761 FS194 (2,500-3,500)
441. KENTUCKY RIFLE ATTRIBUTED TO 18TH CENTURY MAKER SIMON MILLER. An
appraisal done for the owner over 10 years ago attributes this gun to
Simon Miller and indicated that Miller worked from 1775 in Hamburg and
ceased to work in 1806. The bore measures approximately .44 cal and has
a 38 3/4" octagonal barrel having punch, dot and stitch decoration
on the top flat. The bore is deeply rifled and is in very good condition.
The full length Tiger maple stock has now turned very dark with an old
finish and has a deep, burnished handling patina overall. Brass nose and
large forend plate, three brass ramrod pipes and nicely turned, rather
wide trigger guard. The openwork patchbox, buttplate and the very ornate
brass comb plate are virtually black and unpolished. Nice cheekpiece on
the left side of the stock with incise carving to the rear of the cheekpiece.
Nicely done wavy brass inlay with touchhole pick tube mounted beneath
the cheekpiece. Silver inlays include a well-done engraved new moon on
the cheekpiece itself. Three teardrop shaped inlays on each side of the
wrist with a large oval wrist escutcheon and having four half moon silver
inlays up and down each side of the forestock. Double set trigger. Brass,
ornately done sideplate. Original flintlock with lock of manufactured
or warranted type, marked forward of the hammer what is believed to read
"Ketland/Maker". The metal surface has a deep burnished finish
overall. Fitted with an old hickory ramrod. CONDITION: Some small repairs
along the forearm and across the lock. Mechanism works, but needs a little
adjustment. 4-43825 (6,000-8,000)
442. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1808 (1795 TYPE 2) FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET.
No SN. .69 cal. 45" barrel. Dated 1809 at the rear of the lockplate.
The ramrod is a replacement. The front swing swivel is missing. Appears
to be original flintlock. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, with vise
marks and heavy pitting at the breech. The stock has been broken through
the lock, repaired and sanded. There are some chips and cracks along the
forearm. The tumbler is worn. Initials "HM" are carved in the
left side of the stock. 4-43770 FS191 (1,000-2,000)
443. CHARLEVILLE MODEL 1763 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .74
cal. 44-3/4" barrel. The model marking on the tang is very sharp.
Various proof marks appear on the barrel "W.H.A" is stamped
on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Smooth rust/brown patina overall,
with light pitting. Stock has normal dents and scratches, with a crack
at the front lock screw and some small chips missing. The spring bayonet
is in matching condition. 4-43766 FS177 (3,000-4,000)
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444. WHITNEY MODEL 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
Late-type with "N.HAVEN." marking in a scroll in front of the
hammer. "LS" inspector mark on left side of stock. Tiny "US"
stamp also on left side of stock, but near butt. Possibly original flintlock,
as it has the deep X condemned mark on top of the barrel. CONDITION: Gray
patina overall, with spotty rust stains and light pitting. The stock is
very good, with some deterioration at the buttplate, which has moderate
to heavy pitting. The bore is poor. The action is good. 4-43556 FS152
(1,000-2,000)
445. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1822 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 42"
barrel. The lockplate is dated 1827, the barrel tang 1828. Fair re-conversion,
using replica parts. Two good inspector marks "JM" and "PH/2"
on left side of stock. The sling swivels are missing and the ramrod is
a replacement. The barrel tang does not fit the stock well, so this may
be an assemblage. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, the stock has
been partially sanded to remove an old coat of varnish. The bore is poor.
The lock is good. 4-43557 FS150 (600-1,200)
446. THIRD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .71 cal. 39"
barrel. With Thomas Ketland proof marks. The thumb plate is missing. CONDITION:
Rust/brown patina overall, with moderate to heavy pitting around the touch
hole, which has been re-bushed and is now drilled out. Most of the wood
at the rear of the lock is missing. The stock has been broken through
the wrist, repaired and sanded. There are numerous chips on the forearm.
The ramrod is a replacement. The sling swivels are missing. 4-43763 X6
(1,000-1,600)
447. CONVERTED DUTCH MUSKET. No SN. .80 cal. 46-1/2" barrel. Replaced
steel ramrod. Missing the sling swivels. Crudely converted to percussion
using hand-forged hammer and drum screwed into the barrel. 6-1/2"
banana lockplate. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, with heavier pitting
near the breech, which obscures the issue markings on top of the barrel.
Large chunks of wood missing on both sides of the tang. Small chips and
cracks elsewhere. 4-43768 FS179 (500-1,000)
448. FRENCH MODEL 1783 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .75 cal.
42-1/2" barrel. Standard two-line St. Etienne markings on the lockplate.
".M.A" carved in the left side of the stock. The spring-loaded
bayonet is a very tight fit on the barrel. CONDITION: Good re-conversion,
using reproduction parts. The metal has a rust/brown patina, with light
to heavy pitting. The stock has many chips and cracks at the rear of the
barrel and around the lockplate. The action is good. 4-43767 FS176 (1,000-1,500)
449. CONVERTED FRENCH MODEL 1808 MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .69 cal.
45" barrel. Dated 1810 at the rear of the lockplate below "CANTON"
in a downward arch. The small U.S. eagle is above the "FRENCH"
mark in front of the hammer. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, heavy
around the nipple. The stock is fine, with only minor handling marks.
The bayonet is good. The ramrod is missing. 4-43771 FS181 (800-1,200)
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450. SHARPS MEACHAM CONVERSION RIFLE. SN C, 42135. .45/70 cal. 30"
octagonal barrel. The hammer, buttstock and sights have been replaced.
"WFC" has been stamped on the barrel, in both sides of the buttstock
and the sling ring bar. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall, with light
to moderate pitting. The butt shows much damage, but only a couple of
cracks. The forearm has been shattered and re-built. The bore is bright,
but lightly pitted. The action is good. 4-43731 FS23 (3,000-5,000)
451. SHARPS MEACHAM CONVERSION RIFLE. SN C, 44948. .40/2-1/2 cal. 30"
octagonal barrel. Standard Meacham conversion, with plugged hole in receiver
and slot in the checkered wrist of the stock. The hammer screw has been
replaced. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina on barrel. Fading casehardening
colors on the action and lockplate, mostly silvered out on the lever and
buttplate. The wood has numerous dents and scratches, along with a heavily
rubbed area on the left side near the buttplate. The forearm is bruised
and has several cracks and chips, including some that have been repaired.
The bore has light pitting and surface rust. The action is good. 4-43730
FS22 (4,000-6,000)
452. SHARPS MODEL 1874 SPORTING RIFLE. SN C, 54347. .40 cal. 28"
octagonal barrel. The chamber has been lengthened and appears to be about
a 3" case. The buttstock, trigger plate, patchbox, forearms escutcheons
and sights are all replacements. Marked "SHARPS RIFLE CO. HARTFORD
CONN" on top of barrel in front of the sight. A dovetail in the barrel
has been plugged at the rear sight screw, and another about 9 inches from
the muzzle. The receiver tang has been welded and some of the screws replaced.
CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall, with light to moderate pitting.
The tang has been battered, the wood has been re-varnished and about half
of this finish is now missing. The swivel cut in the bottom of the stock
has been plugged. The trigger plate, buttplate and patchbox have considerable
casehardening remaining. The bore is lightly pitted, but has strong rifling.
4-43729 FS21 (4,000-7,000)
453. SHARPS MEACHAM CONVERSION RIFLE. SN C, 45570. .45/70 cal. 30"
octagonal barrel. Standard Meacham conversion with plugged receiver and
filled-in slot on the checkered stock. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina,
with scattered spots of light surface rust and pitting. The wood has numerous
dents and scratches and shows small repairs on both pieces. The bore is
very good. The action is fine. 4-43733 FS25 (4,000-6,500)
454. 15 POUND SHARPS MODEL 1874 SPORTING RIFLE. SN on tang not readable
but starting with C, 5. No SN or markings on barrel. .40/90 bottleneck.
cal. The buttstock has been replaced with a military rifle stock and the
sling swivel slot filled. The sights are of the Rocky Mountain-type with
a large buck horn at the rear. The tang has been cracked and repaired
with a plate and two large rivets, once of which goes through the serial
number. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall, with light to heavy pitting
on all surfaces. There are several large dents on the edges of the barrel.
The breechblock has been replaced with a Springfield high hump-type. The
wood has been sanded and re-varnished. The bore is dark. 4-43732 FS24
(4,000-7,000)
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455. ASSEMBLED SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 CARBINE. SN 47175. .54 cal. 22"
round barrel, with inspector marks on the left-hand side. The hammer,
barrel band, barrel band catch, and some screws are replacements. The
priming mechanism has had all parts removed and the top ground and filled
with some white material. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina, with vise marks,
dents, and moderate to heavy pitting. The wood has been sanded and refinished.
4-43734 FS26 (1,000-2,000)
456. SHARPS CONVERSION CARBINE. SN 37750. .50/70 cal. 22" barrel.
Completely refinished for conversion, and has been partially refinished
again. Late conversion-type with three-groove rifling and cam operated
firing pin. CONDITION: 20% blue on barrel, mostly gray/brown patina, with
some areas of light surface rust and pitting. Casehardening colors on
action are faintly visible except in protected places. The wood has been
sanded and re-varnished, and the inspector marks are almost gone. The
bore is good. Mechanically fine. 4-43735 FS27 (1,500-3,000)
457. SHARPS CONVERSION CARBINE. SN C, 26436. .50/70 cal. 22" barrel.
CONDITION: Blue/brown patina overall, with light surface rust and pitting.
The wood has been lightly sanded and refinished, but numerous dents and
scratches remain. The bore is poor. The lever spring is soft, front sight
is replaced, otherwise the action is good. 4-43525 FS30 (800-1,500)
458. SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 CARBINE. SN C, 26300. .54 cal. 22" barrel.
The barrel shows vise marks at the rear. The wood has been replaced. CONDITION:
Gray patina overall, with moderate pitting on barrel, obscuring most of
the markings. The action is clean, with light pitting and signs of polishing.
The front lock screw does not fit well. The wood has been sanded, but
not refinished. The bore is good. The action is fair, with springs missing
in the trigger plate and latch. 4-43503 FS142 (800-1,500)
459. SHARPS MODEL 1874 BUSINESS RIFLE. SN 160804. .45/70 cal. 30"
round barrel. This rifle was shipped to Jay Wilson in St. Louis, July
11, 1878. The double set trigger was a $5 extra feature. CONDITION: Traces
of blue on the barrel, mostly blue/brown with spots of light surface rust
and pitting. The case hardening on the action has all silvered-out and
is now a smooth gray to gray/brown. The wood has numerous dents and scratches
and has been refinished at least once. The bore is evenly pitted, but
still bright. 4-43728 FS28 (4,000-8,000)
460. SHARPS MEACHAM CONVERSION SPORTING RIFLE. SN C, 47290. .45/70 cal.
30" octagonal barrel. The buttstock has been replaced with an un-checkered
stock and a ground off iron sling ring bar. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina
overall with scattered light pitting, heavier at the rear of the action.
The tang is cracked and extra holes have been plugged with screws. The
wood has numerous dents and scratches, with some chips missing from the
forearm. Both pieces have been sanded and refinished. The bore is moderately
pitted. The action needs some adjustment. 4-43727 FS29 (3,000-5,000)
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461. SMITH CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 16574. .54 cal. 21-1/2" part octagonal
barrel. Made by Mass Arms Co. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy surface rust
and pitting on metal. The barrel release is a replacement and not quite
long enough. The stock shows numerous patches and repairs, but still has
splits and gouges. The bore is poor. Mechanically needs work. 4-43511
FS162 (300-600)
462. GWYN & CAMPBELL CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 4014. .54 cal. 20"
part octagonal barrel. Standard markings on lockplate, which is dated
1862, and receiver. The rear sight leaf is missing. CONDITION: Rust/brown
patina overall, with moderate to heavy pitting around the breech. The
wood has been lightly sanded and varnished. The bore is poor. The action
is good. 4-43507 FS144 (750-1,250)
463. MODIFIED SPENCER CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 32115. .50 Spencer. 22"
barrel. The barrel does not come flush with the receiver. The hammer nose
has been modified considerably to make it fit. A set screw for the sear
has been removed. Several screws have been replaced. The rear sight is
a reproduction. CONDITION: The barrel retains about half of its fading
reblue. The action has traces of casehardening color on the left side.
The lock, sling ring bar and lever, buttplate have a rust/brown patina
with live rust. The barrel band has brilliant casehardening. The buttstock
has several long cracks in the wrist area, minor chips elsewhere. The
forearm is missing long slivers on both sides. 4-43526 FS136 (700-1,200)
464. MAYNARD MODEL 1865 CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 23895. .50 cal. 20"
part octagonal barrel. Standard markings on left side of frame. The stock
has been heavily re-worked with new pieces inserted and plastic wood used
to fill gouges and gaps. The buttplate has been ground to match. CONDITION:
Gray/brown patina overall, with a coating of varnish, some rust is leaking
through. The stock has not been finished. The action is good. 4-43508
FS146 (400-800)
465. JOSYLN MODEL 1864 CARBINE. SN 15895. .50 cal. 22" barrel. Matching
numbers dated 1864 on the lockplate, but no inspector marks. CONDITION:
Fine, with 95% blue on barrel, and sharp edges on the wood. The stock
is cracked from the buttplate towards the comb, and several dents are
on the right side of the forearm. The bore is bright. The action is excellent.
4-43504 FS145 (1,000-2,000)
466. SHARPS NEW MODEL 1865 CARBINE. SN C, 36158. .54 cal. 22" barrel.
Other markings on barrel and action are standard. CONDITION: Very heavy
pitting on the left side of the action. Light to moderate surface rust
and pitting on other metal parts, with some blue showing through on the
barrel. The wood has no signs of inspector marks, but has dents and scratches
overall, with cracks at the rear of the lockplate and in front of the
receiver. The bore is poor. The action is good, with one part missing
from the primer mechanism. 4-43805 X12 (1,500-2,500)
467. ASSEMBLED SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR CARBINE. SN 127793. .45/70 cal. 22"
barrel. Has Model 1884 breechblock, Model 1879 sight, and trapdoor in
butt containing two of the ramrod pieces. The cartouche is hand-carved.
CONDITION: Barrel retains about half of the touch-up blue. Mottled colors
on the receiver, 50% original blue on trigger guard, buttplate and hammer.
The stock has been sanded and has numerous fresh dents. Mechanically good.
4-43543 FS169 (500-800)
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468. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1869 RIFLE. SN 6063. .50/70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. Four inspector cartouches on flat opposite lock, two "ESA,"
one "EBK," and one illegible. CONDITION: Has been professionally
cleaned like new, with some rust beginning to develop on the bright surfaces.
The wood has been soaked, bringing out some of the oils and causing the
difficulty with the cartouches. The bore has a large patch of heavy pitting
toward the center. The action is tight. 4-43555 FS148 (800-1,500)
469. HARPER'S FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE. No SN. .63 cal. 33" barrel.
Iron mounted. The rear sight and the ramrod have been replaced. CONDITION:
Acid cleaned metal with light to moderate pitting overall. The stock has
been broken through the lockplate and repaired, using fills at the end
of the tang and the front of the rear lock screw. The lockplate does not
fit properly, because of repairs. The primer cover and working parts are
also replacements. The smooth bore is heavily pitted. 4-43537 FS166 (2,000-3,000)
470. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1888 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. SN 547225. .45/70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. The cartouche is faint, but appears to be dated 1892. All parts
except rear sight have been re-blued. CONDITION: Gray patina overall,
except rear which retains 95% blue. The stock has been sanded and refinished.
The bore is pitted. The action is good. 4-43751 FS170 (400-700)
471. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH BAYONET. SN 294956. .45/70. 32-5/8"
barrel. "SWP 1883" cartouche on the left side of the stock.
1889 sight installed on barrel, but 1873 barrel bands remain. CONDITION:
90% blue on lockplate, other parts are a mixture of original blue and
cold blue, with some light surface rust. The wood has normal dents and
scratches, with one large gouge on the left side of the stock. The bore,
action and bayonet are fine. 4-43776 FS173 (700-1,100)
472. COLT MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .58 cal. 42" barrel. Lockplate
and barrel both dated 1864. "J.T" and "AHM" cartouches
on left side of stock, "M.N.M." on left side of barrel along
with "STEEL" marking. CONDITION: Barrel is covered with surface
rust, lockplate and hammer have dried grease and surface rust mixed with
bright metal showing behind the hammer. The trigger is also covered with
surface rust and dried grease and these surfaces will probably clean better.
The wood is oil soaked, but has sharp edges, with only minor dents and
scratches at the butt, and some chips along the forearm. The bore is dirty.
The lock is fine. 4-43774 X9 (2,000-3,000)
473. COLT CIVIL WAR MUSKET. No SN. .58 52" barrel. With "N.J"
issue marks on left side of barrel and stock. An issue number, 1270, is
stamped on the right side of the stock. All metal surfaces have been cleaned
to white. The stock has been lightly sanded and refinished. CONDITION:
Some light pitting remains after the polishing, but the metal is generally
pleasing in appearance. The wood is smooth. The bore is dark. The action
is good. 4-43752 FS172 (1.500-3,000)
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474. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. SN 151703. .45/70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. "SWP/1881" cartouche on left side of stock. CONDITION:
80% blue on barrel, strong traces of casehardening colors on the outside
of the breechblock. Good colors on the inside low arch. Some live rust
and pitting on the lockplate, buttplate and latch. The wood has been lightly
sanded and refinished. The bore is bright, but has light to moderate pitting.
The action is fine. 4-43538 FS167 (500-800)
475. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1889 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. SN 549205. .45/70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. "SWP/1892" cartouche on left side of stock. Issue number
230 stamped on top of the wrist. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall,
with light surface rust. The stock has normal dents and scratches. The
bore has some light pitting. The action is good. 4-43777 FS192 (500-800)
476. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1879 TRAP DOOR RIFLE. SN 347665. .45/70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. This is an assembled piece with a "SWP/1886" cartouche
on the left side of the stock, an 1884 dated lockplate, and a modified
Model 1869 hammer. The leather sling is not marked. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina on the barrel. Traces of blue and casehardening on the outside
of the action and lockplate, bright inside. A small chip of wood has been
replaced behind the hammer. The stock has been varnished over dents and
scratches. The bore and action are fine. 4-43336 FS149 (500-800)
477. SECOND ALLEN CONVERSION. No SN. .50 cal. 36-5/8" barrel. Dated
1864 on the lockplate and 1866 on the breechblock. All metal has been
polished to bright. CONDITION: Areas of live rust on barrel, lockplate
and buttplate. The stock is fine, with a visible but not readable cartouche.
The bore is dark. The action is fine. 4-43536 FS160 (500-800)
478. CONVERTED PRUSSIAN MUSKET. SN 6060. .75 cal. 41-1/2" barrel.
Made at Danzig in 1833. This musket has numerous issue marks. All brass
mountings have matching assembly numbers. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina,
with moderate to heavy pitting at the breech. The stock has numerous cracks
and chips, and one large area of loss on the left side above the trigger
guard. Missing the sling swivels. The lock is good. 4-43335 FS117 (200-400)
479. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1861 MUSKET REPLICA. No SN. .58 cal. 40"
barrel. All markings look real, including the inspector cartouches on
the stock. CONDITION: Nearly new, with some light polishing and rust on
the butt. The springs are very soft. 4-43563 FS151 (400-600)
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480. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1888 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. SN 544221. .45/70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. The cartouche is partially visible, but not readable. CONDITION:
Barrel, ramrod bayonet and lock retain about 60% blue. Casehardening colors
faintly visible on the breechblock, strong on the tang. The wood has been
sanded and refinished. The bore is good. The action is tight. 4-43541
FS168 (400-700)
481. S.N. & W.T.C. MODEL 1861 MUSKET. No SN. .58 cal. 42" barrel.
Dated 1863 on lock and barrel. "I.C" stamped on top of barrel.
All metal parts have been cleaned. CONDITION: Light to moderate pitting
remains after cleaning with some fresh rust around nipple and buttplate.
The wood has a chip under the lockplate and has been sanded and refinished.
The bore is dark. The action is good. 4-43540 FS171 (500-900)
482. CONVERTED HARPER'S FERRY MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
Lockplate dated 1832. CONDITION: Acid cleaned with light pitting overall.
The stock has repairs and plastic wood fills and has been sanded and refinished.
The bore is poor. The lock is good. 4-43535 FS164 (350-650)
483. HARPER'S FERRY CONVERSION RIFLE. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
Lock and tang both dated 1841. Hammer is marked "2Y5." Rear
of barrel is marked "Y5/S/4" on the edge of the pitting from
the nipple. The inspector cartouche on the left side of the stock is "AR
/ V" with another "V" at the tail. CONDITION: Gray patina
overall, with spots of light to moderate pitting. The stock has been varnished
and has numerous dents and cracks. The lock is good. 4-43725 FS116 (400-700)
484. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
Dated 1848 on the lock and 1847 on the tang. All metal surfaces have been
polished to bright. CONDITION: Much of the pitting was left intact during
polishing, but metal has a pleasing look. The stock has been broken in
two at the wrist, sanded and refinished. The bore is poor. The lock is
good. 4-43534 FS161 (400-750)
485. SURCHARGED CHARLEVILLE MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .69 cal. 44-3/4"
barrel. The converted lockplate is marked "Charleville" in front
of the hammer, with a large "US" at the tail. The initials "HB"
are carved in the buttstock. The comb has been altered and the sling swivels
are missing. The bayonet is a proper 1763 Charleville, but is slightly
too narrow to fit on the bayonet lug on this gun. CONDITION: Smooth rust/brown
patina overall, with moderate to heavy pitting around the nipple. A large
chip is out of the wood adjacent to the sear. The stock has numerous scratches
and dents, but is still sound. 4-43546 FS147 (2,000-3,500)
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486. CAPTURED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY GUIDON WITH SOLDIER'S RECORD AND IMAGE.
A wonderful grouping which includes a fabulous small Confederate cavalry
guidon with original testimonial tag accompanied by the capturing soldier's
handwritten war record on an elaborate printed certificate. The guidon,
in swallowtail form, measures 21" wide by 12" tall and is constructed
of four pieces of bunting with a cotton edge binding. The top section
is white, 5 ½" tall, the bottom section red 6" tall with
a blue vertical stripe forming a canton with a single 5-point star. The
fly is cut in swallowtail form and three sides of the small flag are all
edged with gilt metal binding and fringe. The cotton edge binding has
two large, hand sewn, grommets. The flag is sewn to black card stock or
mat board. Mounted on card stock immediately below the flag is a 2 ½"
x 5" card with the following written in ink: "Captured from
the rebel/works Cold Harbor/-taken by me-/June 1st 1864/Wm. E. Brown."
Back mounted adjacent to the flag is Wm. E. Brown's hand written war record
on a printed certificate measuring 15" x 19" having an oval
cut Carte de Visite photograph of Brown mounted at the top center. The
printed certificate has large oval panel in the center flanked by images
of Lincoln and Washington with a battle scene at the bottom. The entire
border is surrounded with oval bust images of Union generals surmounted
by a spread winged eagle and American shield. Written in ink within the
oval panel is "William E. Brown...Co. I, 10th Reg. Vt. Vols. Sept.
1st, 1862" below is inscribed all of the battles participated in.
Near the bottom in different ink is written "Promoted to Sergeant,
June 1, 1865-Discharged June 22, 1865." The image of Brown shows
him seated from the lap up sporting a 9-button frock coat with sergeant's
chevrons. CONDITION: The guidon is faded near white with only traces of
the original red color still visible and nearly none of the blue. Several
small holes are present near the swallowtail and approximately 40% of
the fringe is missing. The soldier's certificate is good with much age
staining and faded ink. All is readable but light. A very nice captured
Confederate relic which has, unfortunately, been improperly mounted. Needs
conservation but will frame correctly into a very desirable display. 4-44339
CW500 (20,000-25,000)
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Detail of tag - Lot 486
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487. CONFEDERATE SECOND NATIONAL FLAG. A rare opportunity to own an
extremely rare Confederate second national flag also known as the "Stainless
Banner". The flag's indisputable authenticity is supported by a 1989
letter of examination by H. Michael Madaus. The white field is sewn from
two sections with a flat felled seam. The inset canton is the St. Andrews
Cross with a red field, dark blue cross, 12 five point stars and white
borders. The entire flag is made of bunting except for the edging, stars
and header which is cotton. Madaus's letter states that this flag is very
similar to two others captured during 1864 in the Western theater and
now in the collection of The Museum of the Confederacy in Richmond, V.A.
This flag is attributed to a Mobile, Alabama flag maker James A. Cameron.
PROV: This flag was purchased in 1965 from the Camp family of Middletown,
Conn. (per affidavit). SIZE: 42"w x 30"h. 2" wide header.
The canton 19" x 19" sq. CONDITION: Very good. The canton retains
its bright red and blue color. The white field is now faded to a pale
yellow. Minor insignificant stains appear on the bunting here and there.
There is damage to the white field directly below the canton with losses
in five separate areas. Several tears occupy the center section of the
St. Andrews Cross with several more near the top edge. Several other holes
also exist in the Canton's red field. Overall, this is an extremely rare
Confederate flag of a pattern not often seen and in a wonderful frameable
size. 4-44007 CW2 (30,000-50,000)
488. RARE CONFEDERATE, SOUTH CAROLINA DRUMMER'S SHOULD STRAP AND STICKS.
A finely made early drummer's sling of tarred bridle leather 3 1/2"
wide with a carrying ring and double tongued clipped corner framed buckle.
Mounted on the face of the strap is a high quality cast brass drum stick
holder which is inscribed "Co. B/5th S.C. Inf. Reg't." The inscription,
while neatly done, is hand engraved with appropriate wear and appears
strongly to be of the period. The set is completed by two unmatched brass
tipped rosewood drumsticks. Through my years of collecting I have found
that items from South Carolina bear exceptional quality and this is a
fine example of one such piece. CONDITION: Near excellent. Leather is
dry but very stable. Brass has been polished some time ago but is now
achieving a nice patina. 4-44014 CW16 (2,000-2,500)
489. RARE INSCRIBED CAPTURED CONFEDERATE CEDAR CANTEEN. A wonderful relic
of the Civil War. This fine Confederate canteen is superbly decorated
with folk art figures throughout as well as its capture information. Confederate
made cedar canteen is 7 1/2' in diameter. 2 1/2"w. Has iron bands
and strap guides. The canteen retains a portion of its original black
leather strap and a Union canteen stopper and chain. Both faces are highly
decorated and signed as follows: 1. This side is signed "Benjamin
D. Colkitt NE New Jersey V.A.T. Above the name are five incised stars,
two opposing faces and a ribbed arch with a capitol-like dome on top.
Inside the arch is an inverted heart. Within two bands that arc upward
is inscribed "Alabama/Aug 31/1865". 2. This face is inscribed
with the following: "Captured at Blakely/Ala/on 9 day of/ April,
1865/B.D. Colkitt/34 New Jersey Vol." Above the inscription is a
checkered decoration with two floral sprays surmounted by two American
flags, a cannon, and a large heart type figure with two five point stars
in the lobes. CONDITION: Near excellent. Canteen is tight with an untouched
attic patina. The bands and strap guides were painted during the period.
Both faces have a crackled varnish finish. 4-43753 CW22 (6,500-7,000)
491. CONFEDERATE NAVY CANVAS DITTY BAG STENCILED "M.J. FREEMAN/C.S.N."
An extremely rare relic identified to the Chief Engineer of the CSS Alabama,
Miles J. Freeman. Heavy canvas bag measuring 16"h x 16"w with
reinforced top and four heavy brass grommets. The face of the bag is stenciled
"M.J. Freeman/C.S.N. (over a fouled anchor and cannon insignia).
A photograph of Freeman exists in the photo album of Edward M. Anderson
in the William Stanley Hoole Papers in the Special Collections Library
of the University of Alabama. Freeman served under Raphael Semmes on the
famed ship CSS Alabama during its historic clash with the USS Kearsarge.
CONDITION: Very good overall. Bottom corners are worn through. Reinforced
top shows much wear with minor separations along the ridge. The grommets
show traces of old leather around the rims (perhaps they secured a shoulder
strap). Canvas is dark and discolored. The stenciling in heavy black paint
remains quite strong. An extremely rare and historic survivor from an
important officer of the Confederate navy's most famous sailing ship.
4-44008 CW1 (5,000-10,000)
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Reverse side of Lot 489.
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492. LATE CIVIL WAR MEDICAL CAPTAIN'S UNIFORM FROCK COAT. Constructed
of midnight blue wool with a nine button single-breasted front, three
button closed cuffs and four button back with tail pockets. Interior lining
is of a ribbed polished cotton dark green in color. Sleeves are lined
in white cotton with red and yellow striping. Breast is lightly quilted.
All button are three piece U.S. Staff backmarked "Horstmann Bros.
& Allien, N.Y." Captain's shoulder straps are mounted on the
coat both with heavy gold embroidery with green velvet background. Medical
officer's frock coats are an extreme rarity for both the Civil and Indian
War periods. This coat while displaying many early features such as the
cloth color, hand sewn button holes, etc., also has many later features
such as narrow sleeve width and body lining. This coat could have easily
been made from late 1864 through 1870. CONDITION: Near excellent. Virtually
no mothing. Lining shows wear and is tattered at bottom. Two buttons missing
from the left sleeve. 4-44290 Y2 (2,000-4,000)
493. LOUISIANA OFFICER'S STATE MILITIA KEPI. This dark blue kepi with
state seal chin strap buttons and stamped brass pelican insignia is pictured
on page 13 of The Illustrated History of American Civil War Relics by
Sylvia and O'Donnell. Low crowned officer's fatigue kepi with a dark blue
wool body, black velvet headband, gilt cloth decorative chinstrap and
tarred leather visor. The interior is lined with brown ribbed cotton.
The crown lining shows traces of a silver stamped manufacturers mark (illegible).
The chinstrap is held together by two cuff sized Louisiana state seal
buttons. Back marked "Horstmann Bros. & Co. Phil." Mounted
on the front is a gilt cloth embroidered wreath on a blue wool oval with
a stamped brass pelican insignia applied. CONDITION: Good. The crown shows
several moth holes; the largest of which is 7/16". Most of the nap
is worn from the black velvet band. Sweatband is missing. The interior
lining is tattered. The visor has a crackled finish. 4-44001 Y5 (2,500-3,000)
494. PAIR OF CASED CIVIL WAR MEDICAL DEPARTMENT DRESS EPAULETS. Pair
of gilt cloth full dress epaulets with gilded brass crescent ends. Field
grade gilt wire fringe and silver embroidered Captain's insignia. Each
epaulet contains a gold pillow with silver embroidered old English "M.D".
within a gold embroidered laurel wreath. Undersides are of magenta colored
silk with red leather overlay. Brass attachment hardware. The case is
Japaned tin of figure eight style with doeskin lining. CONDITION: Fine.
Embroidery retains its bright gilt color with the brass crescents lightly
tarnished. The exterior of the case is quite worn. The hinges are broken
on the lid but the interior lining is fine. 4-44289 CW18 (3,500-5,500)
495. PAIR OF INDIAN WAR PERIOD INFANTRY CAPTAIN'S SHOULDER STRAPS. Pair
of shoulder rank insignia with gold embroidery and white velvet backgrounds
dating to the period 1884 to 1902. CONDITION: Fair. Embroidery is tattered
and worn heavily at corners. 4-44042 Y4 (100-200)
496. EXTREMELY RARE PAIR OF CONFEDERATE TYPE BROGANS. A very rare pair
of identical to those photographed 174 of "Echoes of glory, Arms
and Equipment of the Confederacy". A basic brogan type shoe made
from two pieces of leather stitched together with a single copper rivet
on each side. Four holes for lacing and hobnailed soles. This rare pair
of shoes are in remarkable condition for their age and years. CONDITION:
These are in relic condition. The uppers are dried and curled, stitching
has come loose in several places, hobnailed soles are heavily worn but
they maintain an excellent appearance. 4-44044 CW21 (1,500-2,000)
497. SCARCE EARLY MILITIA BELT, CANTEEN AND CARTRIDGE BOXES. An unusual
rare and high quality Militia rig consisting of a brown leather waist
belt 2" wide with tooled edge decoration, die stamped brass eagle
belt plate Circa 1820 with two brown leather cartridge boxes measuring
4 1/2"w x 3 1/2"h; each having 13 tin cartridge tubes, full
front flaps with round copper diskettes mounted on each flap. Attached
to the belt is a brush and pick set. The canteen is tin of 5" diameter
with a soldered belt loop on the reverse. A very unusual and attractive
set dating to the period 1820-40. CONDITION: Very good. All leather is
dry but flexible with light surface scuffing and cracking. Straps and
belt loops are generally strong. The stitching is separated on one cartridge
box. The belt plate is excellent showing a dark uncleaned patina. The
canteen has one dent across its convex face. Bristles are missing from
the brush and pick set. 4-44018 CW31 (1,500-2,000)
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498. COLT FLUTED CYLINDER ARMY REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER, DOCUMENTING
ITS SHIPMENT TO GEORGIA. Iron frame Colt revolver. 44 caliber with six
shot. Fluted cylinder. 8" barrel with Hartford, Conn. address. Brass
triggerguard and iron backstrap. Ser. 2250, all matched. One piece walnut
grip. The gun is accompanied by a 1998 Colt Factory letter stating that
this revolver was one of 50 shipped to Georgia in November 1861. Early
Colt revolvers such as this with Southern attribution command a premium.
CONDITION: Good. No finish remaining. Metal surfaces are medium to dark
gray with light surface pitting overall. Some silver remains on triggerguard.
Markings are light but readable. Several screw heads damaged. 4-43913
CW66 (5,000-7,000)
499. COLT FLUTED CYLINDER ARMY REVOLVER INSCRIBED TO "J.L. MILLER
CO. B 3RD MICHIGAN CAVALRY". Iron frame Colt Army revolver. 44 cal.
Six shot fluted cylinder. Ser. 1936, all matched. Brass triggerguard and
one-piece walnut grip. 8" barrel with Hartford, Conn. address. Crudely
inscribed all across the triggerbow and guard is the following "J.L.
Miller Co'Y B Mich CAV". Also, lightly inscribed on the iron backstrap
(difficult to read) is "J.L. Miller". Miller's pension records
from the National Archives accompany the revolver and show that he served
1862 through January 1865. CONDITION: Good. All metal surfaces are dark
and uncleaned with heavy pitting on the right side. Stocks are sharp.
Some silver remains on triggerguard. Mechanically fine. 4-43916 CW67 (5,000-7,000)
500. HISTORIC CIVIL WAR INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. CAL.:
.36. Standard 51 Navy with 7-1/2" barrel, one-line New York address,
one-piece walnut grips with tiny U.S. below Colt's patent on he frame.
The bottom of the butt is inscribed in period script letters "H.L.S."
This fine old revolver is accompanied by a very old manila tag with very
faded ink writing that has been transcribed to read that this revolver
was carried by Captain Harlow L. Street of the 2nd California Cavalry,
throughout the Civil War in the West Division, and that upon the writer's
demise it was to go to a cousin. Also accompanied by two large volumes
of research material accomplished by the Horse Soldier Research Service.
Captain Street rose from the rank of Corporal to Captain and served from
September 1861 and led a somewhat checkered career, one time being court-martialed
for being drunk on duty and was subsequently discharged. Captain Street
persisted in clearing his name and was subsequently reinstate and reappointed
as a Captain of Commissary and Stores, and served to retirement. SN 56333.
CONDITION: Good, all matching. Retaining an even light gray/brown patina
with a series of heavy dings on the barrel, a couple on the left side
of the frame, and hammer marks on the butt. The frame also has a couple
of spots of light pitting. The cylinder retains 30-40% strong scene. The
grips are shrunk and may have been refinished, otherwise are sound. Strong,
dark bore. 4-43917 JL432 (4,000-6,500)
501. UNUSUAL, POSSIBLY CONFEDERATE PROTOTYPE OR PATENT MODEL REVOLVER
CAL: about 12mm/.45 Strange 9-shot percussion revolver, experimental or
patent model consisting of an iron 9-shot cylinder with small round cylinder
stops, a brass frame with brass grip frame, two-piece walnut grips with
brass escutcheons. There is no front end or barrel assembly and no provision
for a trigger or trigger guard. The consignor has indicated it is of Confederate
origin, but unlike anything this cataloger has previously seen. It more
closely resembles the European large cylinder revolvers from the mid 19th
century. CONDITION: Very good. The iron retains a mottled gray patina
with scattered light surface rust. The brass a medium dark mustard patina,
the left grip missing a chip from the toe and shows much handling and
use. 4-44323 JL139 (700-1,200)
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502. HISTORIC INSCRIBED COLT SECOND MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER INSCRIBED
TO (CONFEDERATE GENERAL) JOSIAH GORGAS. Martially marked Second Model
Colt Dragoon Revolver with 7 1/2" barrel, cal. 44, six shot cylinder
with brass triggerguard and backstrap, one piece walnut grips. Ser. 9327,
all matched. The backstrap is inscribed in period script "To Lieut.
Josiah Gorgas/From his Fellow Officers." Josiah Gorgas was a native
of Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, born in 1818 and graduated from West
Point in 1841. He worked in the Ordnance Corps. throughout his military
career being commissioned a Lieutenant in time to serve in the Mexican
War on March 3, 1847. He served during the siege of Vera Cruz and thereafter,
commanded the Ordnance Depot during Scott's march on Mexico City. It was
during this time that this historic inscribed Colt revolver was presented
to him. After the Mexican War, he took charge of a number of arsenals
and married the daughter of a former Governor of Alabama in 1853. Gorgas
was promoted to captain in 1855 and served in Charleston, South Carolina
until 1860. Upon the opening of the Civil War, President Jefferson Davis
appointed him Chief of the Ordnance Department with the rank of Major.
Gorgas was responsible for importing arms and ammunition from England
to the Confederacy as well as utilizing captured machinery and contracting
arms manufacture to a variety of contractors. He was specifically responsible
for turning Richmond's Tredegar Ironworks into an arms manufactory. Gorgas
was an impressive Ordnance Chief creating an efficient department operating
on limited resources and on November 19, 1864 President Davis appointed
him Brigadier General. Following the War, Gorgas was the superintendent
of the Briarfield Ironworks and later became involved in education ultimately
accepting the presidency of the University of Alabama. Josiah Gorgas died
on May 15, 1883. Gorgas's contributions to the Confederate war effort
had never been undervalued, literally turning plowshares into swords.
This historic Colt revolver, obviously a valued sidearm, is one of the
most important Colt revolvers to come to the open market in recent years.
Accompanied by a book from Texas A&M "Plough Shares into Swords"
by Frank E. Van Diver detailing Gorgas's entire career. CONDITION: Very
good. All metal surfaces are a deep plum brown color with light surface
pitting on the barrel and frame. No cylinder scene remains. The grips
show traces of their original varnished finish with numerous dents here
and there. Gun is mechanically very good. 4-44029 CW28 (50,000-100,000)
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490. PARIS MODEL PERCUSSION LEMAT REVOLVER CAL: about 10mm (.40 cal and
16ga smooth bore). Usual configuration with 6 3/4" octagon barrel
marked on the top flat "Syst. LeMat Bte. s.g.d.g. Paris". superimposed
over a 4 7/8" smooth bore barrel with loading rammer attached to
the left side of the frame, 9-shot cylinder with pull-out assembly latch.
The hammer nose is articulated to fire both the revolver cylinder and
shotgun barrel. The grips are angled two-piece checkered walnut with integral
lanyard loop in the butt. SN 1823 CONDITION: Very good plus. All visible
numbers are matching and all parts appear to be original and retain 40-50%
original blue overall, strong and bright in the sheltered areas with some
scattered light surface rust and some mild pitting. Mechanics are very
good. The grips show moderate wear with a ding on the left side. Almost
certainly a Confederate used revolver. 4-44318 JL155 (20,000-40,000)
503. RARE LEMAT-TYPE CARBINE. SN 18. .45 cal./20 ga. 23" barrels.
Both the rifle and shotgun are for center fire cartridges. Marked "COLONEL
LE MAT.PAT" in an uneven line through pits on top of the barrel.
Also marked "A.G.Z" on the right side of the frame. The only
visible number appears on the right side of the trigger guard. The rear
sight and the trigger guard screws are missing. The lower tang has been
bent to accommodate the current stock, which is also marked "A.G.Z."
for the consignor's grandfather, August George Zummach who was a collector
of guns for many years in the Las Vegas, New Mexico area. CONDITION: Blue/brown
patina overall with moderate to heavy pitting remaining, despite signs
of filing and cleaning. The current stock has been crudely fashioned.
Mechanically needs work. 4-43583 FS114 (3,000-5,000)
504. MODIFIED LEMAT FIRST MODEL REVOLVER. SN 555. .41 cal./16 ga. 6-5/8"
octagonal barrel, 8-1/2" round barrel. Alterations include a replaced
shotgun barrel, which extends to the muzzle of the revolver barrel, the
barrel latch and the loading lever, which has been converted to a Colt-type
latch. The front sight is broken. The mainspring is very soft and the
hammer nose spring is missing. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, with
artificial brown on the replacement barrel. The grips show numerous dents
and scratches and much wear. 4-43609 FS33 (5,000-8,000)
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505. FINE CASED COLT POCKET NAVY REVOLVER. SN 19693, all matching, except
lever, which has no number. .36 cal. 4-1/2" octagonal barrel. In
a standard American case with packet of cartridges, bullet mold and "E.
PLURIBUS. UNUM." flask. CONDITION: 80% thinning blue on the barrel,
with some denting around the wedge, 40% blue on the cylinder, good cylinder
scene. Good casehardening colors on lever and sides of frame, fading on
the recoil shield and hammer. 30% silver on backstrap, 80% on trigger
guard. 90% varnish on grips, worn on high spots and with numerous tiny
dents on the left side. The case has the usual crack across the bottom,
but is otherwise fine. The purple velvet interior has a rust stain in
the padded lid from the cylinder. The cartridge packet, mold and flask
are all fine. The Eley cap tin has a worn spot on the paper label, but
the Japanned tin box is fine. It contains bullets instead of caps. 4-44193
FS263 (4,000-5,000)
506. CASED INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 169217, all matching,
including wedge. .44 cal. 8" barrel. Inscribed "IM JONES"
in fancy Old English letters on the butt. This is a civilian revolver,
not cut for shoulder stock. The mahogany case has a purple velvet interior
in the London style with a drilled wedge to hold the nipple wrench. It
contains an empty partial cartridge packet, a slant charger navy flask,
an Eley cap tin and a bullet mold. CONDITION: Traces of blue on the barrel
and backstrap, 50% re-blue on the cylinder, the barrel has been cleaned,
but many rust spots, file marks and dents remain. The rammer has been
filed. The frame and hammer are a silvery gray. The grips have been re-varnished
over dents and missing chips. The case is missing the catch hooks, the
interior is water stained and marked with rust, with repaired and torn
spots at the front sight and two of the compartments. The flask retains
traces of original finish, but has some small dents and corrosion, the
spring has been replaced. The bullet mold is bright. The cap box has some
rust stains. 4-44194 X47 (2,500-3,500)
507. FINE WHITNEY NAVY REVOLVER. SN 11770. .36 cal. 7-11/16" barrel.
Roll engraved cylinder scene includes a shield with "WHITNEYVILLE"
across it, another shield with a flag on one side and rampant lion on
the other, an eagle, a ship scene with the Monitor, and a lion with flags.
CONDITION: 90% blue on barrel and cylinder, 50% on frame. Fading casehardening
colors on rammer. 70% varnish on grips. 50% silver on trigger guard. There
is a mar at the muzzle where the gun has been dropped on concrete, and
a strong cylinder drag line, but all-in-all a very fine Whitney Navy.
No U.S. inspector marks. 4-44191 FS266 (1,500-2,500)
508. STARR DOUBLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 7730, all matching. .44 cal.
6" barrel. There is a faint trace of an inspector's cartouche on
the right side of the grip, the one on the left side has been enhanced.
The springs are slightly weak and the revolver does not function properly.
CONDITION: Strong traces of blue on the barrel, 20% on frame, mostly brown
patina elsewhere. The grips are solid, with small dents. The action needs
parts. 4-43920 X49 (600-900)
509. EXCEPTIONAL COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH U.S. INSPECTOR MARKS.
SN 64768, all matching. .36 cal. 7-1/2" barrel. "U.S."
is stamped on the left side of the frame below the patent marking. "CGC"
cartouche on left side of grip, "RHKW" on the right. Inspector
initials on other parts. CONDITION: 90% blue on barrel, strong traces
on cylinder with sharp cylinder scene. Bright casehardening colors on
loading lever and frame. Mellow patina on backstrap and trigger guard.
The grips have minor dents and scratches and slight wear along the bottom
edge. Mechanically fine. 4-44205 FS256 (7,000-9,000)
510. ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 115783, all matching,
including wedge. .31 cal. 6" octagonal barrel. Large scroll engraving
with wolf's head on hammer and left side of barrel. CONDITION: Barrel
and cylinder have been draw filed, flattening the engraving and removing
most of the cylinder scene. The engraving is sharp on other pieces, although
little finish remains, except traces of silver. The grips retain about
85% of the varnish. 4-44338 X46 (2,000-3,000)
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511. WHITNEY MISSISSIPPI RIFLE WITH BAYONET. No SN. .62 cal. 33"
barrel. Standard marking on lockplate, dated 1854 at the tail of the lockplate
and 1855 on the tang of the barrel. The bayonet lug has the number 10434,
side of the barrel number is 10409, and the bayonet number is 6271. The
25-1/2" yataghan blade is dated 1861. Non-original US marks have
been added to the hilt of the bayonet. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall,
with moderate pitting on the barrel, light on the lockplate and hammer.
The brass has a mellow patina. The stock has been lightly sanded and refinished.
One cartouche is visible, but not readable. There are numerous dents and
dings under the finish on the stock. The bayonet has been wire-brushed,
but light surface rust has re-appeared. 4-43775 X11 (1,750-2,750)
512. SMITH CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 8628. .54 cal. 21-1/2" part- octagon
barrel. Made by American Machine Works at Springfield. "JH"
and "LFR" cartouches on left side of stock. The barrel release
rod is a replacement. The barrel latch has been re-blued. CONDITION: Traces
of blue in protected places on the barrel, mostly a spotty blue/gray patina.
The action has faint traces of casehardening remaining, mixed with light
surface rust and pitting. The wood has normal dents and scratches, with
minor chipping at the action and buttplate. The bore is fine, mechanically
good. 4-44057 X31 (1,000-2,000)
513. FINE BURNSIDE MODEL 1864 CARBINE. SN 10603. .54 cal. 21" barrel.
Sometimes called 4th Model. CONDITION: Fine, with 50% blue on barrel,
60% on breechblock, tangs, lever and breechblock support. Casehardening
colors are fading on action, lock and hammer. The wood has some dents
and scratches, but is generally fine, with sharp inspector marks front
and back. 4-44025 FS238 (2,500-3,000)
514. SHARPS CONVERSION CARBINE. SN 40889. .50-70 cal. 22" barrel.
The serial number has been added to the tang with a larger than normal
stamp. There are no marks on the barrel. This was probably an assembled
piece using new original parts. The rifle stock has two cartouches at
the frame, the conversion cartouche in the center of the stock, and the
sub-inspector marks at the rear of the comb. The carbine forearm does
not have inspector marks. CONDITION: Very fine as refinished for conversion.
The casehardening colors are bright on the patch box, buttplate and lock.
The 3-groove rifling is bright. Mechanically fine. 4-44359 FS267 (2,500-4,000)
515. EXTREMELY RARE FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR CARBINE.
SN 1247. .45-70 cal. 22" barrel. Very sharp "ESA" cartouche
on left side of stock. The long wrist stock also has the "P"
in a circle behind the trigger guard. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining
most of the original blue on the metal. The wood is sharp, with minor
dents and dings, especially along the bottom and minor chips at the toe.
Bore very good with some minor pitting. There is some dried grease mixed
with light surface rust along the edges of the stock. 4-44017 FS240 (7,500-12,500)
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516. Magnificent Civil War Medal of Honor Winner's Tiffany & Co.
Cased High Grade Presentation Sword, Extra Rich Colonel's Shoulder Straps,
Waist Belt, Mexican War Militia Officer's Field Sword and Presentation
Walking Stick: Colonel Jacob G. Frick, Hero of Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville.
Unarguably one of the most beautiful and historic presentation sword groupings
ever to be offered on the public market, this superior sword and historic
grouping has never had ownership outside of direct decedents and has never
before been offered for sale having recently been discovered in an ancestor's
home. Of even more importance is the historic and indelible impression
that Colonel Jacob G. Frick , 129th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, made
on the history of the Battles of Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville by
his incredible valor and leadership under enemy fire. This impression
was so recognized by the Congress of the United States awarding him the
Medal of Honor on June 7, 1892 for his valiant deeds. Colonel Frick's
Presentation Sword: 38 ½ inches overall. Single edged, lightly
curved blade, 31 ½ inches long, manufactured by, and so marked
at the ricasso, "Collins & Co./Hartford, Conn./1862." Three
quarters of the blade's surface is covered in highly ornamented etching
with gold wash. A small oval panel above the ricasso is signed Tiffany/&
Co./N.Y., surrounded by beautiful floral sprays and a Roman fasces. This
etching is surmounted by a standing Union soldier bravely holding a United
States flag on a staff at his side. The remainder of the etching is a
mixture of silver and gilt floral sprays, oak and laurel leaves all intertwined
through a script "U.S." The obverse etching repeats the floral
decoration with a standing Union soldier, having full backpack and accouterments
resting his arms on a musket. The soldier is surmounted by an oval panel
of stars and a panalopy of flags, cannon, axes, and a Roman fasces topped
by a Liberty Cap. The half basket counterguard of Sterling silver is washed
in gold. The quillion is an open mouthed raging panther and the counterguard
a beautiful large panel of openwork rococo scrolls highly engraved and
shaded. The half basket narrows toward the pommel with an openwork American
eagle and shield surmounted by a starred ribbon and stylized fleur de
lis. All surfaces are highly engraved and shaded. The pommel is a half
globe with segmented ridges topped by a capstan of a three dimensional
perched, open mouthed eagle about to take flight. The grip is of Sterling
silver with wide silver banding. The backstrap and ferrule are highly
decorated with engraved oak leaves. The hilt retains its original gilt
cloth sword knot. The scabbard is of Sterling silver and is marked on
the reverse, just below the throat "Tiffany & Co." in an
arched panel, and "Quality/925-1000" in a square cartouche over
an olde English "M" in an oval panel. The presentation is engraved
between the top and middle mounts as follows: To: Col. Jacob G. Frick./129th
Pa. Vols. as a testimonial of the high/esteem in which his many Virtues
as a/Commander and Citizen are held by the/Officers of his Command. Thanksgiving
Day/Nov. 25th, 1862, Camp near Falmouth, Va. The top and middle mounts
are cast in high relief and are identical having a carrying ring band
of stars, with Acanthus leaf decoration above and below. Running vertically
through the mounts are spirally bound sheaf of arrows. The drag, also
cast in high relief, displays a large oak branch with leaves and acorns,
with draped laurel leaf wreaths on the obverse and an engraved "US"
at the tip on each side. The reverse of the drag is simply engraved with
a stylized leaf pattern. CONDITION: The entire sword is in near mint condition
having never been cleaned and showing light patina and tarnish overall.
The blade is factory bright with just minor fading of the gold wash from
years of storage. The scabbard has one minor dent just above the drag.
The Presentation Sword Case: The entire sword is housed in its original
Walnut case having a blue velvet interior segmented to hold the word and
accouterments. A clipped edge brass or silver nameplate was once inlet
in the top but is now mission. The original brass and steel lock accompanied
the case, however, it is separated from its installation. The small brass
or silver lock escutcheon is missing. Two brass hook and eye secure the
case closed. The case measures 8" X 4.5" X 39". CONDITION:
Good, the case shows wear and storage marks with some discoloration to
the top from water, the nameplate and lock escutcheon are missing, the
lock mechanism accompanies but is separated and the top shows an age crack
across approximately half of the surface. Light pry marks are evident
between the lid and body of the case. Colonel Frick's Shoulder Strap Rank
Insignia: A superb pair of extra high quality, triple bordered full colonel's
shoulder strap insignia with dark blue velvet interior panels, silver
embroidered spread winged eagle insignia and full brass backs slotted
and fitted for stud attachment. CONDITION: Near excellent, one strap shows
slight mothing to the edge and underside. The gild embroidery is patinated
to a dull gold appearance, the dark blue interiors and the silver embroidered
eagles are perfect. Colonel Frick's Sword Belt: Made black Russian leather
entirely faced in gilt cloth having three rust colored bands running horizontally
across the entire belt. Two gilt cloth covered sword attachment straps
accompany the belt all with gold washed hardware. The waist belt plate
is missing. CONDITION: Very good, minor separation between the leather
and the gilt cloth covering has occurred in small areas. The stitching
where the belt plate keep was permanently attached has been cut and the
gilt cloth in this area is slightly frayed. Light surface staining is
evident here and there. Colonel Frick's Mexican War Field Sword: Of no
comparison to Colonel Frick's magnificent presentation sword, this early
militia officer's sword, however, may hold the most important aspect of
historical significance for this entire grouping. Showing hard wear and
much field use, this sword surely hung at Colonel Frick's side during
his service in the Mexican War and most likely during his incredible acts
of valor at both Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville serving as his field
weapon. An 1840 period militia infantry officer's sword with straight
double edged blade with central fuller having etched panels of floral
decoration, an American eagle, standing Indian warrior and flag with Liberty
Cap. The cross guard is gilded cast brass with two ovate quillions and
a floral decorated cross panel with double langets. The pommel is a modified
bird's head style with a cast star and rococo scrolls. A chain once was
draped from the pommel to the left quillion but is now missing. The grip
is of ivory with carved decoration. The scabbard is also of gilded brass
with a double carrying ring at top, and single at the middle. On either
side of the scabbard mounts and above the drag is a profusely engraved
floral decoration with an American eagle engraved decoration between the
middle mount and the drag. CONDITION: Fair, the sword shows very hard
use and much wear. The blade is faded to gray with surface spotting and
light rust here and there. The ivory grip has been broken and has major
losses near the cross guard and pommel. The scabbard shows only traces
of its original gilt, has minor dents here and there and shows much wear
at the drag. The chain guard is missing. Colonel Frick's Presentation
Gold Tipped Walking Stick: Family oral tradition states that this cane
was presented to Colonel Frick by his old comrades and is made from the
wood of the shattered flagstaff carrying the regimental colors during
the Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia. A secondary untipped/unfinished
piece of identical wood accompanies this relic which appears to be a perfect
extension to the walking stick giving credence to the family tradition.
The walking stick measures 33" long and is gently tapered from tip
to tip. The head is of pure gold decorated in repousse with Acanthus leaf,
three Diamond shaped panels with flowering centers and rococo scroll work.
The top is engraved with the following: Col. J.G. Frick Pottsville May
1, 1873. The bottom tip is wrapped in nickeled silver. The wood is very
dark and close grained similar to Rosewood. The unfinished section of
wood which accompanies matches the diameter of the bottom tip of the walking
stick and tapers down for approximately 34 ½". CONDITION:
Near excellent showing only minor wear from light use to the bottom tip.
The gold head is about perfect with only light surface scratching. MILITARY
RECORD: Colonel Jacob G. Frick: Born on January 25, 1825 in Northumberland
County, Pennsylvania, Jacob G. Frick entered military service as a Third
Lieutenant of the 3rd Ohio Infantry on June 6, 1846. He served throughout
the Mexican War and was commission Second Lieutenant, 11th U.S. Infantry
upon his expiration of term. In the opening days of the Civil War, Frick
was recruited as Lieutenant Colonel of the National Light Infantry of
Pottsville (PA), later designated the 96th Regiment Pennsylvania Infantry.
He mustered in on September 23, 1861. In July 1862 he was appointed Colonel
of the 129th Regiment Pennsylvania Infantry. During his service as Colonel
of the 129th the regiment participated in the Battles of Centreville,
Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville. Frick returned to Pottsville
for scarcely a month when Pennsylvania Governor Curtin asked him to raise
a militia regiment to help repel Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania. Frick
became Colonel of the 27th Pennsylvania Emergency Militia on June 22,
1863. During their service they fought at Wrightsville and Columbia. Jacob
Frick returned once again to Pottsville and resumed his successful screen
manufacturing business. He died on March 5, 1902 and is buried in plot#
346 in the Presbyterian Cemetery, Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Frick's Gallantry:
Two heroic acts were cited by the United States Congress in their decision
to award Frick the Congressional Medal of Honor. During the Battle of
Fredericksburg, Frick led the left flank of the Union forces poised against
Marye's Heights. General Hooker personally requested that Frick lead the
charge against the Confederate held position with the 129th Pennsylvania
Infantry. Leading his troops to position in front of the stone wall, the
enemy poured merciless fire upon them. During their advance a shell struck
a horse at Frick's side literally covering him with its flesh and blood,
at the critical point of the charge Frick's color bearer was shot down
but Frick seized the colors himself and took the lead. Shortly after Frick's
recovery of the colors, the flagstaff was shot from his hands and the
colors draped upon his shoulder. In this state, struggling to keep the
colors aloft, he continued his advance upon the stone wall. In the futile
attempt, Frick lost 148 of his 500 men, he was wounded by shell fragments
in the thigh and right ear. During the Battle of Chancellorsville Colonel
Frick and the 129th Pennsylvania occupied an advanced position in the
area of the heaviest conflict. He held the position against superior numbers
long after the troops on his right and left had retired. The topography
prevented him from knowing that the Confederates had already passed his
right flank and were gaining on the rear of his column. He retired the
129th in good order to the rear of the batteries which were able to move
into an advanced position because of the steady fire of his troops holding
the enemy in check. As soon as he took up the rear position, the Confederates
came upon him capturing the regimental colors and taking prisoners, including
his Lieutenant Colonel. Colonel Frick quickly rallied his men and, in
hand to hand combat, recaptured his comrades and the regimental colors
bringing to the rear as prisoners the very Confederates who had accomplished
the dash against them. 4-43320 CW55 (50,000-75,000.00)
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Detail of engraved scabbard - Lot 516.
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Detail of guard - Lot 516.
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Detail of pommel - Lot 516.
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516A. HIGH GRADE STATUE HILT OFFICER'S PRESENTATION SWORD. Mfg. by Clauberg,
Solingen. 34" single edged lightly curved blade. Nickel plated European
style blade with two deep, narrow fullers running nearly the entire. Signed
at the ricasso. There are two etched panels; one with a spread winged
eagle and the other with "U.S." inside floral borders. The half
basket guard is cast in brass and gold washed with heavy floral open work
with nine jewels inset between the branches. Quillion is an open mouth
serpent and the grip is a standing draped female figure holding a sheathed
sword in her right hand and a wreath of laurel in her left. The statue
grip stands on a globe with a narrow ferrule reading "E Pluribus
Unum". The scabbard is of nickel plated steel with heavily cast and
jeweled furniture. The scabbard body is engraved with presentation panel
(blank) and an elongated American shield. The top two mountings are set
with ten jewels each and the drag with four. CONDITION: Good. Nickel plating
on blade is flaking with heavy surface rust on the ricasso. Hilt and counter
guard are dark and uncleaned with only traces of its original gold and
silver plating. Scabbard throats and mounts are loose with their screws
missing. 4-43469 CW12 (4,000-6,000)
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Detail of hilt - Lot 516a.
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517. HISTORIC CIVIL WAR HEADQUARTERS GUIDON FLAG ATTRIBUTED TO GENERAL
PHILIP SHERIDAN'S CAVALRY CORPS. This historic flag, never before offered
on the open market, is accompanied by a full textile analysis by Textile
Preservation Associates, Inc., authenticating the fabrics, threads and
construction as Civil War period. The flag is constructed of wool twill
in swallow tail pattern. The fly consists of five horizontal sections
with a 5 3/4" bar of red followed by a 2 7/8" bar of white bordering
an 18" bar of blue. Beneath the blue is a 3" bar of white over
a 5 3/4' bar of red. All seams are flat felled. Both sides of the blue
center bar have an applied white wool decoration that forms crossed sabers
with a 5" five pointed star over the center of the sabers and 4"
high number "2" under the center of the sabers. The heading
is finished with a 11/4" linen stripe with four hand sewn grommets
evenly spaced. The fly is finished in swallow tail form. The flag is accompanied
by a silver plaque (once mounted on a frame) measuring 3 3/4"l x
1 1/2'w. Hand engraved and reading "This flag was used by/GENERAL
PHILIP SHERIDAN/As His Headquarters' Flag During/THE CIVIL WAR/Presented
to/NIAGARA FALLS LODGE #346 B.P.O.E./By Brother G. Edwin Sawyer"
PROV: This flag was acquired by G. Edwin Sawyer at an unknown date and
later donated to the Niagara Falls Elks Club. According to the consignor
the flag was discarded in the mid-1960's but was subsequently salvaged
by Al Bobst, manager of the club and later given to Elmer Eperyes of Youngstown,
N.Y. In 1989 the flag was given to the consignor by Barbara MacLaren ,
executrix of Mr. Eperyes Estate. This historic flag is similar to other
cavalry guidons in use in Sheridan's Cavalry Corps but appears to be a
unique pattern. CONDITION: The flag is approx. 95% intact with minor losses
on each end of the swallowtail. There is a weakened area in the middle
of the fly adjacent to the heading. Colors are severely faded and the
blue appears nearly white. The threads are weak and the linen header fragile.
There are frays and soil spots with two major stains and there are a series
of tack holes that may have been used to attach the flag to a wall at
one time. The flag is no longer framed but is accompanied by its silver
presentation plaque and a copy of the textile analysis. 4-43319 CW39 (15,000-20,000)
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Detail of silver plaque - Lot 517.
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518. CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD TO CAPT. THOMAS
E. WEBBER, 1ST D.C. CAVALRY. A wonderful high grade presentation cavalry
officer's sword with a 34" curved single edged blade marked "W.
Clauberg/Solingen" at the ricasso. The blade has etched panels with
an American eagle and "US" in fancy script. The gold washed
hilt is cast in high relief having a very fancy open work wide counterguard
with engraved and cast floral decoration. The pommel is also heavily cast
with an eagle on the back. The grip is of cast brass, silver plated with
vertical ribs and acanthus leaf decoration. The scabbard is silver plated,
nickel steel with heavily cast oak leaf mounts and throat. Boldly engraved
on the right side of the scabbard is the following inscription: "Presented
to Capt. T.E. Webber, by/CO. G. 1st D.C. Cav./February 27, 1864. The sword
is accompanied by a late (1870's) D.C. national guard belt plate marked
"G.M. Meyer,Wash. D.C." This regiment was recruited in late
1863 from Washington D.C. (Companies A,B,C,E) and January to March 1864
in Augusta, Maine (Companies D,F,G,H,I,K,L,M). Webber was recruited in
Augusta, Maine and reported to Norfolk, Va.. This sword was obviously
presented him upon receipt of his commission. Webber was transferred to
the 1st Maine Cavalry (along with 8 other companies of the 1st D.C. Cav.)
on August 27, 1864. Webber finished his service there until his discharge
on February 2, 1865. CONDITION: Good, the blade has been cleaned and is
a light gray color. The etching is worn and very light. The hilt is quite
nice with much gilt remaining. The silver plating on the grip is barely
visible. The silver plating on the scabbard is also worn, but the mounts
are bright and there are no dents. The D.C. belt plate in fine. CW504
4-44333 (3,500-4,500)
519. EXTREMELY RARE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS INSCRIBED MODEL 1851 FOOT
OFFICER'S SWORD CIRCA 1871-79. An extremely nice U.S. Model 1851 Foot
Officer's Sword with a 28 ½" lightly curved blade signed "W.H.
Horstmann & Son/Philadelphia" on the ricasso. The blade shows
etched panels having floral decorations, stands of flags and trophies
and a large "U.S." on one side of the blade. The gold washed
hilt is of regulation form with a floral half basket counterguard, single
knuckle bow, decorated pommel and a sharkskin and twisted brass wire wrapped
grip. The scabbard is of wood, covered in sharkskin with three gold washed
brass mounts. The inscription is placed horizontally on the top mount
and reads: "Presented/to/David Whipple/2nd Lieut. U.S.M.C./as a Token
of Friendship/by Lewis E. Bixler/Master U.S. Navy." David Whipple
is listed as a 2nd Lieutenant commissioned on May 29, 1871. He achieved
the rank of 1st Lieutenant on March 16, 1879 and died at Norfolk, Virginia
March 1, 1884. Lewis E. Bixler entered the U.S. Naval Academy as a midshipman
on September 26, 1865, graduating with the class of 1869. Promoted Ensign
on July 12, 1870 he achieved the rank of Master on September 29, 1871.
He became Lieutenant on December 1, 1874 and resigned his commission on
June 30, 1886. It's difficult to tell what friendship these two officers
enjoyed. Perhaps they made their acquaintance in Annapolis or, perhaps
through joint service. A very nice presentation from a Navy officer to
a Marine Corps officer. CONDITION: Very good, the sword blade is bright
with no dark spots and deep etching. Much of the gild remains on the hilt
and scabbard mounts. The grip is fine and the scabbard very well preserved.
A sharp looking sword. CW501 4-44330 (6,000-8,000)
520. RARE PRESENTATION NON-REGULATION CIVIL WAR STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S
SWORD SIGNED "PALMERS AND BACHELDERS, BOSTON. This rare presentation
sword inscribed near top of scabbard "Presented to Capt. R.J. McDermott
by the members of Co. A Irish Brigade as a token of respect". A European
manufactured sword of non-regulation staff and field officer's pattern.
The blade is 31" long, slightly curved with a single edge. The etched
panels are highly decorative and unusual in form. A large spread winged
eagle is present on one side with a large unfurled American flag, surrounded
by floral and military decorations in high Victorian style. Signed in
an etched diagonal ribband near the ricasso is "Palmers and Bachelders,
Boston." The opposite side of the blade is etched with an American
shield in a sunburst, a tall, narrow "US" and floral and other
military decorations. The blade is set into a gilt washed fancy hilt having
a large basket counterguard with a standing eagle atop a shield with stands
of flags spanning each side. The rear counterguard is pierced with a quarterfoil.
The pommel and backstrap are cast in high relief with oak and laurel decorations.
The scabbard is of black leather with finely engraved brass furniture.
Each of the mounts are engraved with a repeating four-petal flower. CONDITION:
Good, the blade has some dark spots here and there and has not been cleaned.
The hilt is good, the grip strong but the scabbard's leather surface has
flaked with no breaks. Leather treatment has been applied. CW502 4-44332
(3,500-4,500)
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Buckle and engraved scabbard - Lot 518.
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Engraved scabbard - Lot 519.
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521. COLT 3rd MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. CAL.: .44. Standard
dragoon with 7-1/2" octagon to round barrel, brass grip frame and
one-piece walnut grips that have a visible cartouche on both sides and
there are small inspector marks over the various metal parts. The bottom
of the butt is hand inscribed with a pointed instrument, "J.W. FREY".
SN 16098. CONDITION: Good to very good, all matching except the rammer,
which appears to be a field replacement and is unnumbered. Overall retains
an even light patina with about 10% silvered case colors. The cylinder
retains 35-45% scene. The grips are sound and very good with a fine hand
polished patina. Strong, dark bore. 4-43946 JL426 (4,000-6,000)
522. COLT MODEL 1860 FLUTED ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. CAL.: .44. Four-screw
frame with extended stock screws, scarce 8" barrel with one-piece
walnut grips. Full fluted six shot cylinder with patent date in the flute.
SN 5228. CONDITION: Good to very good. The metal retains a mottled silver/brown
patina, nice and smooth on the cylinder and frame with one or two spots
of pitting. All matching serial numbers, the cylinder retains about 75%
of the pins. The trigger guard retains about 10% silver and the backstrap,
traces of blue. The grips are sound and probably old replacements, as
they are unnumbered in the channel, with a replaced chip at the left heel.
Strong bore with lots of shine and scattered light pitting. 4-43915 JL427
(2,000-4,000)
523. COLT 3rd MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. CAL.: .44. Standard
dragoon with 7-1/2" octagon to round barrel, brass grip frame and
one-piece walnut grips and there are small inspector marks over the various
metal parts. SN 16188. CONDITION: Good to very good, all matching serial
numbers, with about 50% cylinder scene remaining. Overall retains a thin
brown patina with light to moderate pitting on the frame, cylinder and
rammer lever. The grips have been sanded and refinished, otherwise are
sound. Strong bore with moderate pitting. 4-43945 JL425 (5,000-6,500)
524. COLT MODEL 1860 FLUTED ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. CAL.: .44. Four-screw
frame with flat stock screw, 7-1/2" barrel with one-piece walnut
grips, full fluted 6-shot cylinder has the patent date in the flute. SN
3485. CONDITION: Good to very good, all matching, except the grips, which
are unnumbered. Overall retains a mottled cold blue finish with sanded
and refinished grips. The grips are either shrunken or are from another
gun, as they are a little short at the frame and have a piece of old canvas
as a spacer. Missing a chip at the left toe. Bright, shiny bore with one
or two spots of light pitting. 4-43914 JL428 (2,000-3,000)
525. COLT 3RD MODEL DRAGOON CAL: .44. Usual configuration with 7 1/2"
octagon to round barrel, un-fluted cylinder with Indian fight scene, brass
trigger guard and backstrap and one-piece walnut grips. The front sight
is a small brass blade. No "U.S." is present on the frame, but
there are several tiny inspector marks on various parts of the frame and
trigger guard. SN 14305 CONDITION: Very good. No original finish remains
having an even medium gray finish overall with light surface pitting on
all the iron parts. The brass is light mustard yellow and the grips are
possibly modern replacements. The rammer lever is unnumbered, otherwise
all matching. The cylinder retains 40-50% scene. The rammer is very likely
an old, field replacement as it has the same finish and patina as the
rest of the revolver. The rammer screw is a replacement. The grip frame
screws are slightly battered. This revolver is fairly crisp mechanically.
4-44019 JL150 (5,000-8,000)
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526. EXTREMELY RARE PAIR OF IMPORTED CONFEDERATE BROGANS. Identical
to the pair pictured on page 174 of "Echoes of Glory, Arms and Equipment
of the Confederacy". A pair of English made and imported square toed
brogans with an applied closure strap and iron buckle. This documented
style of shoe was imported in quantity through the blockade during the
early years of the Civil War from England. CONDITION: Fair. These shoes,
while in relic condition, are extremely scarce and therefore are remarkable
survivors. The leather uppers are dried and curled, stitching is loose,
one closure strap is missing but both buckles remain. The right shoe is
missing its heel and the sole is worn through. Both are still caked with
mud. 4-44045 CW20 (1,500-2,000)
527. US MEXICAN WAR MILITIA OFFICER'S BELT AND TWO PIECE BUCKLE. Cast
brass and gold washed two-piece waist belt plate c. 1840 in high Victorian
style. The tongue has a spread-winged eagle and is inset into a frame
with scrolls and oak leaves. Somewhat crudely cast. The belt is of bridle
leather painted white with a red scalloped, applied lather border. Typical
of those belts worn for dress by militia officer's of the period. CONDITION:
Good. Belt plate shows medium to dark patina with gilt highlights. The
belt is flexible but heavily worn. Approximately 50% of the red scalloped
edging lost and much surface cracking and faded color. 4-44022 CW23 (600-800)
528. AMES U.S.N. FOULED ANCHOR POWDER FLASK Large brass flask, 8"
from top to bottom not including the spout, marked on the top "N.P.
Ames" with inspector's initials on one side of the top and on the
body. Both sides of the flask have a large fouled anchor surmounting "U.S.N."
CONDITION: Good. The brass retains an even, dark patina with several large
dents on one side and two or three smaller ones on the other side. The
top is slightly battered with a broken screw and weak spring. Both hangers
have been soldered in place and there is an open seam on each side. 4-44034
Z70 (500-1,000)
529. MODIFIED SADDLE HOLSTER FOR PERCUSSION PISTOLS. The original black
leather is for Model 1842-style pistols, probably Mexican. The saddle
piece and cartridge tin covers are incorrect replacements. CONDITION:
The holsters retain about 2/3 of the heavy black finish. The cartridge
tins are still solid. The replaced leather is cracked and chipped. 4-43947
X53 (200-500)
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530. WONDERFUL SIGNED OIL ON CANVAS DEPICTING HAND TO HAND COMBAT IN
AN AMERICAN CIVIL WAR BATTLE BETWEEN CONFEDERATES AND UNION ZOUAVES. Signed
"M. Ciardiello". Depicts a close fight in a trench between Confederate
and Union troops. The Confederates defend their position against the front
line of a charging regiment of Zouaves. The American flag figures prominently
in front of the charging column. The Zouaves wear blue jackets with red
fezes. Canvas is mounted on an American type walnut stretcher with wood
and gesso frame. An important Civil War painting completed by a noted
Italian artist. Ciardiello was a traveling Italian artist throughout Europe
and the Orient with galleries in London, Naples, Venice, Rome and Turin
(born 1839-died?). Ciardiello's work is not seen on the open market very
often. Christie's of New York records sales of his paintings between $10,000-$15,000
during the late 1980's. SIZE: 36 1/4"w x 17 1/2"h. CONDITION:
Overall very good with deep rich color. Needs cleaning. One minor hole
in upper right hand corner. Surface crackled. Needs cleaning and re-stretching.
Frame is damaged. 4-44003 CW46 (10,000-15,000)
531. SPECTACULAR OIL ON CANVAS OF AMERICAN CIVIL WAR BATTLE. A wonderful
mid to late 19th century oil painting signed "A. Vanny(?) illustrating
a group of Union soldiers in Chausseur uniform defending their artillery
position against a charging Confederate column. The Union soldiers wear
blue Belgian cut frocks with short tails, pantaloons and gaiters. Two
pieces of field artillery are depicted surrounded by Union soldiers loading
and firing their muskets. In the distance a Confederate officer leads
the charge astride a white stallion. In the left foreground are stalks
of wheat and brush. The artist's signature is somewhat illegible but appears
to be European and bears additional research. Canvas is mounted on its
original American stretcher and is accompanied by a wood and gesso frame.
The colors are wonderful and the figures are extremely well done and stylishly
accurate. SIZE: 33 3/4"w x 21"h. CONDITION: The painting is
uncleaned and requires light restoration. Two minor holes exist; one in
the upper right hand corner, the other in the lower right foreground,
however, they are minor and barely affect the image. Needs cleaning and
re-stretching. Frame is damaged. 4-44002 CW45 (10,000-15,000)
532. NO LOT.
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563A. VERY RARE COLT PATERSON RIFLE CAPPER. SN 194. The top of this
2-3/16" device is cast with the early Colt logo of a rampant colt
above three stylized Paterson rifles including the ring trigger as one
of these rifles, all surrounded by "COLT'S PATENT PATENT ARMS MANg
Co PATERSON. N.J." CONDITION: The operating spring is missing. The
lid has a mellow patina, the back somewhat darker. 4-44040 FS251 (3,000-6,000)
533. TINY OIL ON IVORY PORTRAIT OF ROBERT E. LEE This little portrait
is 2 11/16" x 2" of General Lee facing left with his usual gray
frock coat and cravat with white shirt. The portrait is very flattering
and may be of a younger General Lee, although he still has his white hair
and beard with a high forehead. The portrait is extremely well executed
with wonderful detail in a period oval brass frame with folding stand.
CONDITION: The colors are bright and vivid with no apparent staining.
The very thin, ivory sheet has a small chip missing at the bottom center.
The frame has a dark mustard patina. 4-43579 JL143 (750-1,250)
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534. RARE GREENE BOLT ACTION UNDER HAMMER PERCUSSION RIFLE. No SN. .54
cal. 36" barrel. Standard two-line patent marking on upper tang.
CONDITION: 40% blue on barrel and action, mixed with surface rust, dents
and vise marks. The stock also has numerous dents and scratches. The bore
is lightly pitted, the action is good. 4-44009 FS237 (2,000-2,500)
535. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1888 TRAPDOOR RIFLE WITH RAMROD BAYONET. SN 252178.
.45-70 cal. 32-5/8" barrel. "SWP" cartouche dated 1891.
A social security number has been electric penciled on the right side
of the barrel. Issue markings have been stamped on the right side of the
stock. CONDITION: 70% blue on barrel, 80% on lock. Faded casehardening
colors on action. The stock is very good, with sharp inspector mark. The
bore is bright. 4-44094 FS236 (500-700)
536. RARE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1881 TRAPDOOR FORAGER. SN 989. CAL: 20ga.
26" barrel. "SWP" cartouche is dated 1882. CONDITION: Gray/brown
patina overall, with some dents on top of breechblock. The stock has normal
dents and gouges with an oil stain running along the top of the comb and
some battering on the bottom of the forearm. The bore is pitted, the action
is good. 4-44058 (400-800)
537. GWYNN & CAMPBELL "GRAPEVINE" CARBINE. SN 2440. .54
cal. Scarce forager shotgun, one of only 1,376 made during the period
1881-1885. 20" part-octagonal barrel. Only the "UNION / RIFLE"
marking is completely readable due to heavy rust and cleaning. CONDITION:
Rust/brown patina overall, with heavy scale in some areas. The stock is
missing numerous chips and shows repair cracks, sanding and refinishing.
Nine notches have been filed in the stock behind the trigger plate. The
bore is poor, the action is good. 4-44051 X40 (1,000-1,500)
538. SHARPS MODEL 1853 SPORTING RIFLE. SN 20617. .36 cal. 25-1/2"
barrel. Standard markings, saddle ring on staple on the trigger plate.
CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned, with light to moderate pitting
remaining, mostly on the barrel. The wood is been lightly sanded and refinished.
The bore is lightly pitted. The action is tight. 4-43198 FS230 (2,000-3,000)
539. SMITH CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 19720. .54 cal. 21-1/2" barrel.
The top comb of the buttstock is stamped "1 / M / C" indicating
issue to the 1st Massachusetts Cavalry. Made by Mass. Arms Co. CONDITION:
Very good, with traces of blue on the barrel, mostly blue/gray patina
mixed with light surface rust and pitting. The action shows traces of
finish, but mostly light pitting. The stock is badly battered on the bottom
and has some small cracks and chips at the action. It is unusual to find
a Civil War carbine with unit markings. 4-44010 FS239 (2,500-3,250)
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540. SAVAGE NORTH NAVY REVOLVER CAL: .36 Usual Civil War era production
revolver with 7 1/8" octagon barrel, cone-shaped front brass sight,
six-shot percussion cylinder, heart-shaped trigger guard and ring trigger
with two-piece walnut grips. No SN CONDITION: Fair to good. No original
finish remains, being a dark brown heavy crusted patina with moderated
rust pitting overall. Missing the cylinder pin screw. Smooth grips missing
a chip at the toe. Good mechanics. Bright, shiny bore with scattered light
pitting. 4-43371 JL156 (500-1,000)
541. INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE REVOLVER. SN 9558, except for wedge,
97163. .36 cal. 4-1/2" barrel. Engraved "WH Patrick" on
the butt. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina with scattered surface rust and
light pitting. A few dents on the barrel. Traces of silver in protected
places on the backstrap and trigger guard. 80% varnish on grips, worn
at the high spots, with tiny chips out of the toe. 4-44208 FS260 (900-1,200)
542. SCARCE BACON CARTRIDGE REVOLVER. SN 122. .32RF cal. 4" octagonal
barrel. The marking on the barrel is not readable due to filing. The cylinder
pin is a replacement and is not attached to the frame, so the rotating
trigger guard is the only thing holding the gun together. CONDITION: All
surfaces have been cleaned to white and spotty surface and dents remain.
The grips are worn flat on the high spot and has minor scratches and dents.
Mechanically needs work. 4-43205 X48 (150-250)
543. MARTIALLY MARKED REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER CAL:
.44. Standard Army issue with 8" octagon barrel, pinched front sight,
blued finish with inspector initials on the various metal parts, two-piece
walnut grips with illegible cartouche on the left side. SN 90232 CONDITION:
Very good. All matching except the cylinder, which is numbered to another
revolver. The barrel and frame retain 60-70% dull blue, stronger in the
sheltered areas with some scattered light pitting. The cylinder retains
about 60% blue with heavy spots of pitting and surface rust. The left
grip is dark and oil stained missing a chipped toe. The right grip is
lighter and also missing a small chipped toe. Strong, bright bore that
may clean much better. 4-43395 JL152 (500-1,000)
544. INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 37085, all matching
except wedge, which has no number. .31 cal. 6" octagonal barrel.
"C.S." is engraved on the butt. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina,
mixed with light pitting and signs of cleaning, except on grip straps,
which retain about 60% of the silver. The initials "E.P." have
been scratched on the inside arc of the front strap. The grips retain
about half the varnish, but are worn smooth at the high spots, and badly
battered at the butt. 4-44200 FS258 (600-1,000)
545. COLT 1862 POLICE REVOLVER. CAL.: .36. Usual configuration with 4
1/2" round barrel, five shot fluted cylinder, brass trigger guard
and backstrap and one piece walnut grips. SN 19626. CONDITION: Good. The
metal cleaned to a bright silver color. The brass with traces of silver
plating. The grips are very good with sharp edges retaining about 70%
of their original varnish. Strong, bright bore with scattered pitting.
4-44301 JL136 (300-500
546. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER. SN 99875. .44 cal. 8" octagonal
barrel. Faint traces of an inspector's cartouche remain on the left grip.
Individual inspector initials on most parts. The 3-line barrel marking
is fairly sharp. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina with faint traces of finish,
mixed with light surface rust and pitting. The grips are generally smooth,
but have nicks and dents in the bottom. The bore is good, the action is
tight. 4-43900 FS273 (1,000-2,000)
547. WHITNEY POCKET REVOLVER. SN 7184. .31 cal. 4" octagon barrel.
Ball ramrod latch. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned and markings are
mostly gone. The grips are worn flat and a large chip is missing at the
left toe. Mechanically needs parts. 4-43415 FS80 (250-500)
548. COLT ROOT MODEL 2 PERCUSSION REVOLVER. CAL.: .28. Blued finish with
3 1/2" octagon barrel, pointing hand barrel motif, cabin and Indian
fight scene, one piece walnut grips. SN 15253. CONDITION: Very good. The
barrel and frame retain about 75% thinning bright blue, traces of blue
on the cylinder which retains about 50% scene. The takedown latch is damaged.
Strong bright grips with 30-40% original varnish. Mechanics need attention.
4-44299 JL137 (400-700)
549. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 139115, all numbers matching,
except cylinder, which has been polished out. .44 cal. 8" barrel.
The wedge screw is a poor replacement. CONDITION: Retains about half of
a poor re-blue over heavy filing. The grips are battered at the bottom,
with numerous chips missing. The bore is poor, mechanically o.k. 4-43901
X44 (400-600)
550. COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE REVOLVER. SN 34014, all matching, including
wedge. .36 cal. 4-1/2" barrel. Four chambers are loaded. CONDITION:
50% blue on cylinder, traces on barrel. Bright casehardening on sides
of frame and lever, fading at the top of the frame in front of the lever.
All iron surface with light surface rust, which should clean nicely. Traces
of silver on backstrap and trigger guard. 90% varnish on grips, with some
scratches and small dents. 4-44198 FS261 (800-1,100)
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551. ENHANCED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 57358. .44 cal. 8"
barrel. Documents accompanying this lot explain the enhancements to the
gun, which include "Gen. N.B. Forrest / C.S.A." on the backstrap
and "1863" on the butt. This revolver was carried by the grandfather
of the man who wrote the letter 20 years ago, and he had it restored to
original condition and the inscriptions added. He also added a new cylinder
and had the number of the gun added to it. There is more material regarding
the descent of the pistol to the present day. CONDITION: Appears to be
unused since the restoration. 4-43221 FS255 (750-1,250)
552. COLT 1860 ARMY RICHARDS CONVERSION CAL: .44C. Standard Richards
conversion with 8" round barrel, ejector rod attached to the rammer
slot plug, brass trigger guard and one-piece walnut grips. SN 197811 CONDITION:
Good to very good. No original finish remains with all the iron being
an even medium gray patina, the brass is light mustard yellow. The grips
are sound and retain 50-60% original varnish with edge wear and a chipped
toe. All matching except the wedge, which is an unnumbered replacement.
Strong, dark bore. 4-44028 (2,500-3,500)
553. MARTIALLY MARKED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. CAL.: .36 Standard
51 Navy with 7-1/2" octagon barrel and one-piece walnut grips with
legible cartouches on each side. The frame is marked with a tiny "U.S."
below the "PATENT," brass trigger guard and backstrap. SN 78944.
CONDITION: Good. All matching numbers. The metal has a cleaned gray color,
brass is light yellow, the grips are very good with the aforementioned
visible cartouches, missing only a small chip at the left frame and small
chips at the toes. Strong, dark bore with scattered pitting. 4-44300 JL132
(1,000-2,000)
554. COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIPS. SN 21059,
all matching, including wedge. .36 cal. 6-7/16" round barrel. The
ivory grips have a raised carved American eagle standing on a shield over
a scroll with unclear letters, probably "LIBERTY." CONDITION:
Heavily cleaned. The grips are smooth. 4-44203 FS259 (1,200-1,500)
555. COLT POCKET NAVY CONVERSION. CAL.: .38 CF. Typical pocket version
with 4-1/2" octagon barrel with loading gate, without ejector rod,
one-piece walnut grips. SN 4810. CONDITION: Good. All matching numbers,
except the wedge, which is numbered to another gun. The barrel retains
15-20% thin blue, the frame a dark blue patina with some spotted rust,
about 60% cylinder scene, the brass cleaned to a light yellow. The grips
are very good with small chips at the toes. One battered and one replaced
screw. Strong, dark bore. 4-44298 JL135 (750-1,250)
556. COLT '51 NAVY, NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER CAL: .38CF. Standard Navy
conversion with 7 1/2" octagon barrel, plugged rammer slot, ejector
rod attached with one-piece walnut grips and iron trigger guard and backstrap
with loading gate on the right side. The frame marked with a "U.S."
below the Colt's patent and over stamped with the 1871/1872 patent dates.
The bottom of the butt marked "USN" with inspector's initials
"J.L.H." and "E.C.G." on the bottom of the left grip.
The right side of the frame has a lightly struck set of initials that
appear to be "E.C.G." SN 59082 CONDITION: Very good. All matching
except the wedge, which is unnumbered. No original finish remains being
an even medium gray patina overall. The grips are smooth and hand-polished
with worn edges and chipped toes. The frame has a tiny crack below the
trigger screw. The ejector rod head has been replaced with a screw. Strong,
bright bore with scattered pitting. 4-44319 JL140 (2,500-3,500)
557. FINE COLT POCKET NAVY REVOLVER. SN 1071, all matching except lever
and wedge, which have no number. .36 cal. 6-1/2" octagonal barrel.
CONDITION: 75% thinning blue on the barrel, strong traces on the cylinder,
which also has light pitting at the front. Bright casehardening colors
on the lever, slightly faded on the frame. Strong traces of silver remain
on the backstrap and trigger guard. The grips retain about 85% of the
varnish, but are worn flat at the high spots. Only one of the pins is
smashed. 4-44204 FS257 (2,000-2,500)
558. COLT POCKET REVOLVER. SN 277145, all matching except lever, which
has no number. .31 cal. 4" octagonal barrel. CONDITION: 80% streaky
blue on barrel, 50% very thin on the cylinder, with light surface rust
and pitting. The casehardening colors are bright on the loading lever,
faded on the frame and hammer. No silver remains on the grip straps. About
75% of varnish, worn at the base, remains on the grip. Three of the five
pins are battered flat in the cylinder. 4-44201 X45 (1,250-2,250)
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559. FRAMED CLIPPED SIGNATURE OF GEORGE A. CUSTER. Small clipped signature
reading "G.A. Custer" from an old printed document with the
word "Commanding" printed just below the signature. This piece
is beautifully framed with a large oval portrait and a small rectangle
portrait of Custer as a Major General. Both portraits are sepia toned
reproduction photographs. The signature and photos are matted in off white
silk, framed with a walnut border and housed in a wood and gesso frame.
SIZE: 25"w x 21"h. CONDITION: Nearly excellent with the signature
lightly faded to brown. 4-43367 (2,000-4,000)
560. FRAMED CLIPPED SIGNATURE C.S. GENERAL ROBERT E. LEE WITH LOCKET
CONTAINING A FRAGMENT OF LEE'S PERSONAL FLAG. A beautifully framed clipped
signature "R.E. Lee" framed with a period engraving of Lee,
a small reproduction Confederate flag and gold locket containing a fragment
of Lee's personal flag. Handsomely presented in a wood and gesso frame
with red and gray cloth matting. Accompanying the item is a visiting card
printed "At Home", and inscribed "General Lee's flag given
me by Col. Allen of Virginia, VA" from which both the signature and
the locket were taken. The signature is undoubtedly authentic, the locket
containing the cloth fragment is unique to my knowledge. SIZE: 20"w
x 18"h overall. CONDITION: Very good. The signature is large but
slightly faded. The locket is very good. One small brass plaque has fallen
away from its mounting. 4-43368 CW52 (2,500-3,000)
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561. INSCRIBED US MODEL 1851 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD TO CAPT. S.D. SHIPLEY
30TH REGIMENT MASS VOLUNTEERS. U.S. Model 1851 Foot Officer's sword mfg.
by C. Roby & Co. W. Chelmsford, Mass. 32'" single edged blade
with etched decoration having a U.S. American eagle and the motto "Union
and peace" intertwined with floral scrolls. Brass counter guard with
floral open work, brass pommel cap, brass wire and sharkskin wire grip.
Scabbard of steel with brass furniture. Top mount is engraved "Presented/to/Capt.
S.D. Shipley/Feb 20, 1862/by the/Men of Co. C." Shipley served as
a Lieutenant in Capt. Follansbee's Co. of the 6th Massachusetts Regiment
when it encountered the mob in Baltimore on April 19, 1861. Following
his muster out he was appointed acting Captain Co. C 30th Regiment Massachusetts
Volunteer Infantry in Sept. 1861. He received his commission on February
20, 1862, the same date inscribed on the sword. Shipley fought with this
regiment through the end of the Civil War eventually attaining the rank
of Lt. Colonel after which he remained in regular Army service until July
5, 1866 mustering out with the commission of Major. This regiment was
engaged in the battles of Baton Rouge, Port Hudson, Winchester, Fisher's
Hill and Cedar Creek. Accompanied by his pension and military records
from the National Archives. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade has faded to gray
but etching has remained strong. Hilt is uncleaned. Grip is discolored
but tight. Scabbard has been lightly cleaned. 9-43366 CW13 (2,500-3,000)
562. HIGH QUALITY AMES MILITIA OFFICER'S SWORD PRESENTED TO CAPTAIN WILLIAM
LLOYD (LATER C.S.A.) IN 1854. A fine quality Ames manufactured militia
Infantry Officer's sword. 31" straight double-edged blade with etched
blade decoration consisting of floral sprays, a spread winged eagle and
a trophy of arms. The crossguard is a figured spread winged eagle flying
through a wreath with scallop shell quillions. The grip is of sterling
silver with six panels all engraved. The pommel is a standing American
eagle with shield on breast and chain guard. All brass parts are gold
washed. The scabbard is of gold washed brass with cast relief mounts,
three carrying rings and fancy drag. The inscription reads as follows:
"Presented/To/Capt. Wm Lloyd/by the Kearny Guards/as a Mark of their
Esteem March 29th 1854." Named after Mexican War hero Stephen Kerany,
this militia unit may have been from Texas or New Mexico. Capt. Lloyd
entered the service of the Confederate's States Army as a Captain and
Assistant Quartermaster. He served for the State of Texas at Sabine Pass
during most of the war. CONDITION: Very good. blade is a medium gray color
with dark spots here and there. The hilt retains approximately 70% gilt
finish. The scabbard is fine with a few minor dents and wear on the high
spots. 4-44107 (6,000-8,000)
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Detail - Lot 562.
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563. RARE COLT PATERSON 2ND MODEL RING LEVER REVOLVING RIFLE. CAL.:
.36. Rare open top rifle with 32-1/4" heavy octagon barrel marked
on the top "Patent Arms Mfg. Co. Paterson NJ - Colt's Pt", dainty
German silver Rocky Mountain front sight, missing the rear sight, with
tiny cheek piece walnut stock with crescent steel buttplate that has a
faceted tang. There is the rare loading rammer attachment on the right
side of the barrel lug and a long rectangular German silver initial plate
on the top tang. This rifle is 151 of 500 produced in the period 1838
to 1841. SN 151. CONDITION: Good. No original finish remains on the metal,
it being a dark mottled gray/brown patina with light to moderate surface
pitting. The stock has a screw through the wrist and a repaired crack
back of the lower tang, and retains most of an old refinish. Mechanically
sound and tight. A rare opportunity to own one of Colt's earliest firearms.
4-44016 JL78 (35,000-50,000)
563A. VERY RARE COLT PATERSON RIFLE CAPPER. SN 194. The top of this 2-3/16"
device is cast with the early Colt logo of a rampant colt above three
stylized Paterson rifles including the ring trigger as one of these rifles,
all surrounded by "COLT'S PATENT PATENT ARMS MANg Co PATERSON. N.J."
CONDITION: The operating spring is missing. The lid has a mellow patina,
the back somewhat darker. Pictured above with lot 533 - Robert E. Lee
portrait. 4-44040 FS251 (3,000-6,000)
564. 1ST TYPE SPRINGFIELD OFFICER'S MODEL TRAPDOOR RIFLE. CAL.: 45/70.
Usual 1st type rifle with 26" tapered round barrel, Beaches' front
sight and rare Bull's rear sight marked with an "R" on the left
side and graduated to 1,100 yards and adjustable for windage. A Sharps
mid-range tang sight is inletted into the wrist. The breech block is high
arch-type, the lockplate is marked with a spread winged eagle and "U.S.
/ Springfield." The rifle is mounted in a highly figured walnut half-stock
with foliate pattern silver-plated pewter nose cap that is engraved in
arabesque foliate patterns. It has one barrel band with a hickory wiping
rod with brass furniture mounted under the barrel in a brass guide. The
two-piece trigger guard, without sling swivel, is engraved on the trigger
bow with arabesque foliate pattern, the lockplate is not engraved. The
forearm and wrist have coarse checkering and the "P" inspector
mark usually found below the checkering on the stock, is not present.
The buttplate is standard issue 1873-type without trap and marked "US"
on the tang. No SN. CONDITION: Good to very good. No original finish remains
on the iron, it being a mottled silver/gray metal color. Traces of silvered
case colors remain on the breechblock and trigger guard. The pewter nose
cap retains about 70% silver-plate. The wood is sound with a tiny, diamond-shaped
arsenal patch on the right side of the comb and light handling and use
marks. The buttplate has been painted black. Bright, shiny bore with light
scattered pitting. 4-43816 (25,000-40,000)
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Serial number - Lot 563.
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565. CASED COLT MODEL 1861 SPECIAL MUSKET. CAL.: .58. Standard Colt
musket with 40" barrel, 3 barrel bands, tulip head ram rod, front
side base for socket bayonet with 3-leaf blued rear sight, lockplate with
standard markings dated 1864, with the date 1864 at the breech end of
the barrel flat. It has a two-piece trigger guard with sling swivel and
a smooth steel buttplate marked "U.S." on the tang. The left
flat of the breech is proofed "VP" over an eagle's head and
the side flat is marked "STEEL." The wood has a beautiful oil
stained finish with a presentation grade butt of highly figured crotch
cut walnut. Accompanied by a walnut carrying case, 57-1/4" long that
tapers from 10-1/4" at the base to 4-3/4" at the muzzle end.
The case has compartments and contains a Colt-style pistol flask with
a trophy of arms and firearms near the top, only on one side. It also
contains a small round wooden box stenciled on the top "No. 250 /
small top / one quarter gross / Springfield / nipples." Another compartment
contains three Springfield tools and there is a small lock on the side
that holds a U.S.-marked socket bayonet that has a proof on the socket.
No SN. CONDITION: The musket is fine. Retaining most all of its original
bright metal finish with some slight darkening near the chamber end. The
wood, with several small nicks and dings from storage and handling, retains
about all its original oil finish. The flask is well-used with a dark
patina and a dent on one edge. The nipple box, tools and bayonet are very
good to excellent. The case is sound, with the lid being slightly warped
on the muzzle end. 4-43750 Z81 (6,000-9,000)
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566. OIL ON CANVAS PORTRAIT OF CIVIL WAR CAPTAIN JOHN J. WIZMAN. Full
length portrait of man with beard in fancy dress uniform. Interior setting
with chair and marble top table. Captain Wizman headed Company K of the
7th Regiment of Ohio Volunteers. He was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel
in 1861. Unframed. A copy of letter of the history of Wizmen is included.
SIZE: 34" x 27" CONDITION: Relined, restored and in excellent
condition. 9-79379 (3,000-4,000)
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567. EXTREMELY RARE ORIGINAL GATLING GUN PATENT MODEL. This unusual
item was the actual wooden patent model that Richard Gatling submitted
to the Patent Office for the patent on his namesake "Battery Gun"
in 1865. It has some brass screws and a few metal springs, otherwise is
entirely made from wood. The frame is mahogany and the receiver area from
laminated wood. The cover and rotating barrel boss, and other small parts,
are made from a light colored hardwood. The receiver is mounted with a
German silver plate bearing the inscription "R.J. Gatling / Imp'd
/ Battery Gun." The overall length is about 20-1/2" and the
width 9-3/4". The diameter of the base is 8". The diameter of
the cascabel is 2-1/8". The crank is brass. This model is completely
functional with 2 sliding bolts in place. The other 4 are not present
and perhaps never were. It is mounted on a black painted wood base with
brass feet. Accompanied by the original National Archives tag, number
47631, which appears to be the patent number and is hand-lettered "R
J Gatling / Improved machine gun / patented May 9th / 1865." It is
further accompanied by a large volume of papers involving the patent and
military test trials. These papers consist of 30 to 40 pages of handwritten
notes of board proceedings, handwritten service manuals for both the 1"
and 1/2" guns, dimensions and weights and measures, letters, and
other correspondence, all directly related to the Gatling gun. In addition,
there are 20 to 30 copies of information reproduced from the National
Archives, plus the book, The Gatling Gun by Wahl & Toppel. This patent,
executed in 1865, is surely one of the more lasting and important firearms
innovations. Its principle is still used today in the Vulcan guns used
on helicopters. CONDITION: Near excellent, with overall beautiful aged
patina, having damages to 2 of the knobs, and with a hairline in the rotating
barrel boss. A rare opportunity to own a piece of history. 4-43353 JL131
(35,000-65,000)
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Additional view - Lot 567.
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Additional view - Lot 567.
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Detail of plaque on top of model - Lot 567.
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Detail of underside of plaque on top of model - Lot 567.
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Paperwork accompanying model - Lot 567.
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National Archive Patent tag accompanying model - Lot 567.
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568. RARE COMPLETE GATLING GUN WITH CARRIAGE AND CAISSON. SN 1042. .30-40
Krag. 31-3/4" Barrels with octagonal muzzles for wrenches used to
remove the barrels from the gun. Engraved in a large oval on top of the
breech mechanism "GATLING GUN PATENTED / Manufactured by / Colt's
PT. F. A. Mfg. Co. / Hartford, Conn. U.S.A. / No 1042 / Cal. .30 / T.C.D."
The gun has been restored to firing condition using new parts made to
original specifications. The bores have been completely lined, including
the chambers. Almost all internal parts have been replaced. The original
barrels show very heavy pitting, but the re-lined bores are mint. The
Bruce two-column magazine, made for use with 20-round cardboard boxes
of cartridges, is unmarked, indicating that it is probably a re-manufactured
piece also. The carriage and caisson are on lightweight 54" wheels
and all parts of those have also been restored to original configuration.
This includes both metal and wood parts. The wood parts have been painted
in the proper colors. The caisson has a proper tongue and mounting straps.
CONDITION: All original iron parts are deeply pitted. The brass has a
nice dark patina. Some of the iron parts have been painted black. The
unit has a very pleasing appearance when assembled, although it takes
about 15 feet to display it properly. 4-43334 FS277 (70,000-90,000)
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569. SMALL SIGNALING CANON. 9-3/4" iron barrel with .62 cal. bore.
New holes for trunnion have been drilled but no trunnions have been installed.
CONDITION: About 1/3 of the black paint remains, the balance is heavily
pitted. 4-43868 FS254 (100-200)
570. SMALL IRON SIGNALING CANON. No SN. 1" bore. 14-3/8" barrel.
Bore is only 8" deep. Numerous "U.S." stamps all over.
CONDITION: Rust/brown patina, mixed with black paint. 4-44345 X36 (500-800)
571. IRON SALUTE CANNON. 13" iron barrel, 1" bore. The carriage
is 3-1/2" x 8" x 19". The wheels are made from machinery
handles. CONDITION: Very good, retaining 2/3 of the current coat of black
paint. 4-42405 (1,200-1,500)
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572. REPLICA 3/4 SCALE 6 POUNDER CANNON. The 46" iron barrel has
a steel liner and the carriage was built to specifications furnished by
the Smithsonian Institute. It comes complete with swabs, cleaning rod,
rammer, firing mechanism, screw-adjust tompion and several boxes of miscellaneous
cleaning and firing equipment. CONDITION: Extremely fine. 4-43318 X56
(3,000-4,000)
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573 PATENT MODEL FOR TOWNSEND IMPROVED REPEATING ORDNANCE. Brass and
wood scale patent model submitted to the U.S. Patent Office by A.H. Townsend
to secure his patent for a repeating high volume field piece. This model
is 10" long by 10" wide and sits on a brass-bound carriage with
two brass-plated wheels. In reading the patent application, it appears
that the 100 or so barrels in this piece are fired consecutively once
the ignition process was begun. It was recharged by means of a sliding
breechblock dovetailed into the rear of the main gun. The top of the model
has a 1-7/16" by 5/8" silver plate engraved "TOWNSEND GUN
/ INVENTED / BY / ALFRED H. TOWNSEND." It is accompanied by several
pages of patent information from the U.S. Archives. Patented June 6, 1871.
CONDITION: Good to very good. Minor nicks and scratches, two screws missing,
one from each side rail. Part of the firing mechanism is missing, as is
the front sight. 4-43355 JL231 (1,500-3,500))
574. PATENT MODEL FOR THE BILLINGHURST - REQUA VOLLEY GUN. Tiny, scale
model submitted to the U.S. Patent Office to secure the patent for the
volley gun. Constructed entirely of mahogany in great detail, overall
length of 15" and overall width of 12". Consists of a paddle
wheel-type operation with 8 banks of cartridge chambers that were rotated
into alignment behind the row of 20 barrels. It was secured in place with
an arm with pins that fitted into sockets on the chamber being fired.
The wheels are of cast brass. Dr. Joseph Requa patented other variations
of this same gun that were used during the Civil War. CONDITION: Appears
complete with a couple of repairs to the tongue and the frame that supports
the barrels. One small chip of wood is missing from the cartridge slide
and is included with the model. Overall, very good condition. 4-43354
JL232 (2,500-5,000)
575. PRINT OF GATLING GUNS BEING USED AT SAN JUAN HILL. This original
print was issued by the US Army in 1946 and distributed to military posts.
This is scarce piece and was never framed. SIZE: 24" w x 20"
h. CONDITION: Generally good. Slight toning with a little damage in the
margin. Otherwise good. Not illustrated. 4-44433(250-450)
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576. CHOICE AND RARE EXAMPLE OF A CONFEDERATE RICHMOND ARMORY RIFLED
MUSKET. This early Type III .58 cal., 40" round barrel musket with
standard Harpers Ferry proofs and date 1859 at breech. Rear sight mortise
cut for steady pin. Correct sight with steady pin. Low humpback lock with
imperfect date stamp, but based on associated parts, almost certainly
1862. Marked on the face, in front of hammer, "C. S. RICHMOND, VA.".
Assembled from M 1855 parts captured at Harper's Ferry, to include iron
mounts, ramrod and stock, which was inletted for the Maynard tape Primer,
but not inletted for the iron patch box (1859 and before). Iron nose cap
held with screw. Wood unmarked except for tiny initials stamped behind
the trigger tang. CONDITION: This is an outstanding example of a Confederate
musket. Nearly all muskets of this type that have been recovered are almost
always well-used and frequently show considerable use. The barrel on this
example has thin, almost transparent plum-brown patina on top and is bright
underneath. Some thickening brown on and near nipple. Markings crisp and
unworn. Bore looks about unfired, with some age gray and a few brushes
of raised texture that needs to be cleaned. Lock matches and is near excellent.
Stock is in near excellent condition also, showing almost no wear. Lustrous,
dark, original finish. Its outstanding condition clearly indicates that
there could have been no original markings, which have since been lost,
and confirms that it was never assembled and cartouched while in Federal
hands. Most C.S. weapons, as we indicated earlier, saw long, hard service
and specimens in this quality grade are very difficult to come by. 4-43620
(10,000-15,000)
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Detail of lockplate stamping - Lot 576.
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577. WINCHESTER CANNON. CAL: .10 ga. The carriage with original black
paint and printed in relief is "W.R.A. Co. Trade Mark Registered
in the USA". The cast barrel marked "Manufactured By The Winchester
Repeating Arms Co./New Haven Conn USA/August 20, 1901/10 Gauge".
Also, marked "Not for Ball". SIZE: Approximately 12", entire
length approximately 17". CONDITION: Minor amount of the original
black paint on the carriage is missing, otherwise generally near excellent.
4-44435 (800,1,200)
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578. HIGH GRADE INDIAN WAR PERIOD GENERAL OFFICER'S WAIST BELT AND PLATE.
Dating to the period 1875 to 1890, this fine quality high grade officer's
dress waist belt is constructed of red Russian leather with three stripes
of embroidered, gold bullion thread. Finely sewn, this belt was worn on
dress occasions and has no sword or shoulder attachments. Attached is
a jeweler's quality U.S. Model 1851 officer's belt plate. The back plate
is of cast brass with gold wash having a finely stippled background. On
top is a separately applied sterling silver eagle, wreath and stars according
to regulation. CONDITION: very good, belt shows only minor edge wear,
leather is strong and flexible. The belt plate shows an uncleaned patina
and is quite nice. CW505 4-44250 (600-800)
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595. BRITISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL. CAL: About .69. Post-Revolutionary
War flintlock with 9" round barrel having British proofs near the
chamber end on top. Lockplate with standard Tower markings and cipher
of King George with military acceptance mark by the crown. It has brass
furniture with what appears to be its original brass tipped wooden rammer
and the trigger bowl is marked "F/1,8". The left side of the
stock behind the sideplate is marked in quarter inch letters "HL".
CONDITION: Fine. The mechanics are crisp. The barrel retains a medium
gray patina with light pitting. The lockplate and hammer are a light silver
gray color, the brass is a medium mustard patina. The stock has a hairline
at the rear lockplate screw and another at each end of the lockplate;
otherwise it has a fine smooth, hand rubbed patina with usual handling
and use marks. A fine British unit marked pistol. 4-44252 JL452 (800-1,200)
596. ASTON & CO. MODEL 1842 MARTIAL PISTOL. No SN. .54 cal. 8-1/2"
barrel. Dated 1852 on the lock. "WAT" inspector mark on left
side of stock is readable, the other cartouche is visible but not readable.
All metal surfaces have been covered with a heavy dark varnish. CONDITION:
Light to moderate pitting on iron parts, light patina on brass. The wood
has fairly sharp edges and a few dents and scratches. Mechanically good.
4-44202 FS271 (600-800)
597. NORTH MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No SN. .69 cal. 9" barrel.
Missing the ramrod. Fair re-conversion with extra plugged flash hole.
"JN" inspector marks on left side of pistol. The entire gun
has been coated with a heavy varnish. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned
to bright, stock is solid with no repairs. 4-44206 X51 (1,000-2,000)
598. NORTH MODEL 1826 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No SN. .54 cal. 8-1/2" barrel.
"ET" inspector cartouche on left side of stock. Appears to be
an expert re-conversion, with matching assembly "I" on all internal
lock parts. The hammer and frizzen do not have assembly letters. CONDITION:
Gray patina with light pitting overall. The markings are sharp. The stock
has been broken and repaired in several places, and has a heavy coat of
varnish over wood and metal. 4-44192 FS270 (2,500-4,500)
599. FINE JOHNSON MODEL 1836 MARTIAL PISTOL. No SN. .54 cal. 8-1/2"
barrel. Dated 1842 on the lockplate. Sharp "W.A.T." and "JH"
cartouches on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: The metal is bright
with scattered specks of light surface rust. The lockplate and barrel
tang retain most of their faded casehardening color. The edges of the
wood are sharp. 4-43592 FS65 (2,500-5,000)
600. PAIR OF HILL/LONDON FLINTLOCK SNAP BAYONET PISTOLS. No SN. .45 cal.
3-3/4" barrels. Both pistols have the number "1" on the
bottom of the barrel, although they are not a pair. The snap bayonets
have considerable differences in both measurements and characteristics.
Despite the London mark on the pistols, both have Birmingham proof marks.
CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall, with spots of light to moderate
pitting on one, moderate to heavy on the other. Both bayonets have been
restored. The wood has normal dents and scratches, but is solid on both.
Mechanically good. 4-43590 FS103 (1,000-2,000)
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Detail of trigger guard marking - Lot 595.
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601. CASED COLT LONDON MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 6230, all matching,
including wedge. .31 cal. 5" octagonal barrel. Marked "ADDRESS.
COL. COLT. / LONDON." inside fancy brackets on top of barrel. The
barrel and cylinder have London proof marks. The deluxe mahogany case,
with brass corners and fittings, is engraved "Charles Lennox / Wiyke
Esqre" on the nameplate inside the carrying handle ring. The case
is lined with gold velvet and contains an incorrect powder flask and an
Eley cap tin. CONDITION: 50% flaking blue on the barrel. The cylinder
is white with a patch of moderate pitting and scattered spots of light
pitting. 60% casehardening on the right side of the frame, completely
faded and mixed with small specks of surface rust on the left side. The
grip straps retain most of the silverplating, the grips about 90% of the
varnish. The case is fine, with some fading and oil stains to the gold
velvet interior. 4-44195 FS262 (1,250-1,750)
602. CASED COLT POCKET NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER. SN 5641, all matching
except wedge, which has no number. .38RF cal. 4-1/2" octagonal barrel.
The case is a modern replica. CONDITION: 20% blue on barrel mixed with
spotty rust and light to moderate pitting. The frame and cylinder have
a gray/blue patina with good cylinder scene. Traces of casehardening color
on the hammer. 75% of an old re-varnish remains on the grips. The bore
and action are good. The case is like new. 4-43202 FS252 (800-1,200)
603. COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE CIVIL WAR REVOLVER. CAL.: .36. Nickel finish
with 4-1/2" barrel, 5-shot fluted cylinder silver-plated brass trigger
guard and backstrap. The bottom of the butt is inscribed "James H.
Braman / Northhampton, Mass." Braman was a Sgt. in Company "C"
10th Mass. Infantry, enlisting on June 21, 1861 with a company of 100
men from Northhampton. He spent most of the next year on guard duty around
Washington, and was killed May 31, 1862 at Fair Oaks, VA in his first
battle. The consignor states that Braman was the first Civil War casualty
from this Western Massachusetts city. Accompanied by a dovetailed walnut
case, French fitted with green felt containing one large and one small
cap box and revolver. Also accompanied by a variety of service records
and newspaper accounts of Braman's death. SN 2738. CONDITION: Very good.
Retains about 90% of the original nickel with some very fine pitting and
light wear. The trigger guard and backstrap retain 75-80% nickel plating.
All matching numbers with a strong, dark bore. The case is very fine.
4-43859 (2,500-3,500)
604. WITHDRAWN
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Detail of engraving - Lot 603.
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605. US MODEL 1840 HEAVY CAVALRY SABER. Mfg. by Ames Mfg. Co./Cabotville
and dated 1851. Marked "U.S." with government inspector's initials
"A.D.K." Brass three-branch guard and pommel cap. Twisted brass
wire and leather wrapped grip. Iron scabbard with two carrying rings.
SIZE: 35 1/2" heavy single edged curved blade. CONDITION: Very good.
Blade shows an old uncleaned gray patina. Hilt is a deep yellow color.
Grip is near excellent. Scabbard is dark and uncleaned with one minor
dent near drag. 4-43475 CW5 (800-1,000)
606. US MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER. Mfg. by C. Roby, W. Chelmsford,
Mass., and dated 1863. 35" single edged lightly curved blade. Nickel
plated brass three-branch guard and pommel. Twisted brass wire and leather
wrapped grip. Nickel plated steel scabbard. CONDITION: Fair. Blade, guard
and scabbard show an old nickel plated finish. Sword is dirty overall.
Grip is worn but tight. 4-43477 CW7 (300-500)
607. U.S. EAGLE HEAD SWORD. 28" single fuller blade is etched on
both sides with military designs and marked "WELLS & Co."
on the right side, "NEW YORK" on the left. The straight bone
hilt is decorated with longitudinal lines. The gilt brass guard has two
branches and terminates at the eagle head pommel. The leather scabbard
has brass mounts. CONDITION: The design on the blade retains about half
of the original blue, but only traces of the gilt. The hilt is split lengthwise.
The guard is good. The leather of the scabbard is very fragile and has
lost much of its black finish. The lower carrying ring is missing. The
drag is battered and missing the tip. 4-43493 FS198 (400-700)
608. IDENTIFIED MODEL 1840 ARTILLERY SABER. U.S. Model 1840 Artillery
saber made by N.P. Ames and dated 1847. 32" single edged curved blade.
Cast brass "D" guard and pommel. Leather wrapped grip. No scabbard.
On the right face of the knucklebow is lightly scratched "Col. A.
W. Lindamood May 14, 1863". This inscription while somewhat crude
is very readable and most definitely of the period. This name and date
bears some research. CONDITION: Fair. Blade is dark. Wire grip wrap and
scabbard are missing. 4-43779 Y1 (500-700)
609. FINE EARLY EUROPEAN SABER. 28-1/4" multiple fuller blade. Marked
with crown over AR cipher on both sides, possibly Queen Anne. The brass
hilt is marked ".:F.v.B:." indicating that the AR in the monogram
might be one of the German or Holy Roman Empire royals. CONDITION: Smooth
gray patina on blade with scattered spots of light pitting and rust stains.
The hilt has a small repair at the front end and is missing about an inch
connecting to the pommel. A counter guard on the left side has possibly
been broken off. The hilt and guard have a dark patina. 4-43778 FS193
(1,000-2,000)
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Detail - Lot 609.
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610. ENGLISH PATTERN 1802 NAVAL CUTLASS. War of 1812 period British
Navy Cutlass. Wide flat, blade is stamped "G.R" surmounted by
a crown. Iron figure 8-style counter guard with cast iron ribbed grip.
SIZE: 29" flat single edged blade. CONDITION: Very good. Tip of blade
is discolored and approximately 30% of old black paint is missing from
the counter guard. 4-44324 CW8 (400-600)
611. US MODEL 1906 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER. Mfg. for the U.S. Government
with flaming bomb on ricasso and dated 1906. Marked "U.S." and
inspected "J.H.C." SIZE: 36" slightly curved single edged
blade with iron three-branch and pommel cap. Twisted wire wrapped leather
grip. Steel scabbard with two carrying rings. CONDITION: Good. Blade shows
large broad areas of dark staining. Hilt is uncleaned with a dark brown
patina. Grip is very good. Scabbard is missing throat and has a deep crease
approx. 9" from the drag. 4-43476 CW4 (200-400)
612. US MODEL 1833 DRAGOON SABER. Mfg. by N.P. Ames, Springfield, Mass.
dated 1835. Brass three-branch guard with bird's head pommel and back
strap. Twisted brass wire and leather wrapped grip. Brass scabbard has
two carrying rings. SIZE: 34" single edged quill backed blade engraved
"United States Dragoons". CONDITION: Good. Blade is bright with
strong engraving on both faces. Minor dark spots here and there. Hilt
is dark and uncleaned. Knuckle guard is bent. Grip wire is loose with
a chip missing under pommel. Scabbard is dark with an old brass field
repair 15" from the drag. Numerous minor dents. Scabbard throat is
missing and scabbard is split at top. 4-43479 CW10 (700-900)
613. CLAUBERG NON-STANDARD U.S. MODEL 1872 SWORD. The iron hilt is pierced
with the eagle over US with the "E PLURIBUS UNUM" above. The
same design is engraved on the left side of the blade. The standard US
and floral etching design is on the other side. CONDITION: Sword has gray
patina overall. Scabbard is heavily pitted. 4-44229 FS278 (300-450)
614. US MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER. Mfg. by Emerson & Silver,
Trenton, N.J. 35" single edged lightly curved blade. Brass three-branch
guard and pommel. Twisted brass wire and leather wrapped grip. Nickel
plated steel scabbard. CONDITION: Good. Blade shows much armory finish
with minor spots of surface rust here and there. Ricasso is worn. Date
is illegible. Hilt and grip are excellent. Steel scabbard has been nickel
plated and is now flaking. 4-43755 CW6 (400-600)
615. MODEL 1872/1902 OFFICER'S SWORD. Marked "Dt. ABBATE & F.
DeCARO / NEW YORK." 31-1/2" single fuller blade is marked "GERMANY"
on the opposite side. CONDITION: The blade has been ground to remove nicks
on the edge, some of which remain. Light to moderate pitting overall.
The leather wrap on the hilt is worn through in many places, but the wire
is still solid. The guard has a dark patina. About half the plating is
missing from the scabbard, the balance being surface rust and pitting.
4-43295 X43 (100-150)
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616. LOT OF TWO FLINTLOCK PISTOLS. 1) LARGE "PIRATE'S" PISTOL.
No SN. .70 cal. 9" barrel. CONDITION: Poor. Metal has been polished
bright. Stock, with Farsi markings on the bottom, is beaten and battered,
missing large chunks. The lock works okay. 2) SMITH/LONDON BOX LOCK PISTOL
No SN. .45 cal. 2" barrel. The top of the hammer has been broken
off and the replacement top jaw and screw are incorrect. Birmingham proof
marks. CONDITION: Gray patina with light to moderate pitting on iron parts,
heavy patina, with some corrosion on the frame and initial plate. The
stock is broken at the frame. Dented and scratched otherwise. Mechanically
good, except for replaced parts. 4-43591 and 4-43618 FS113 (300-600)
617. J. HAWKINS FLINTLOCK PISTOL. CAL.: 1" bore. Unusual early pistol
with 8-3/4" octagon to round iron barrel, the left flat with two
proof marks. The octagonal portion of the barrel at about the half way
point, has a series of 8 small dimples and the front half has 16 flats
with a decorative turning where it meets the round part. The lock is banana-shape
with long teat and gooseneck hammer, with the flash hole in the pan. The
lockplate is marked with the maker's name and "Junior." It has
a one-piece dark walnut stock with raised carving on both sides, around
the top tang and down the forearm. It has very decorative brass furniture
with a long filigree side plate. The heavy butt cap has a raised demon
face. Accompanied by a bill of sale dated 18 July 1957 from Robert Abels.
No SN. CONDITION: Good to very good. The iron is a mottled silver/brown
patina. The stock has a hairline in front of the lock with a small filled
area back of the top tang and an early repair on the front of the grip.
The brass retains a nice mellow patina, the rammer is a replacement. 4-44284
JL213 (500-1,500)
618. KUCHENREUTER FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No SN. .48 cal. 10-1/4" octagonal
barrel. This was originally one of a pair of pistols which had an accompanying
shoulder stock. The spot in the grip where the connector piece was originally
mounted has been filled. Marked "JACOB. KUCHENREUTER" on the
barrel, inlaid in silver with decorative arcs, also inlaid. The mounts
are all plain iron. The forearm tip and ramrod tip are horn. CONDITION:
Metal surfaces have been cleaned bright with small spots of light pitting
remain. The stock has been broken through the wrist, repaired and re-varnished.
Mechanically good. 4-43794 FS189 (500-800)
619. TOWER FLINTLOCK PISTOL WITH BELT HOOK CAL: about .60. Probably 1812
period with 12" round barrel with two inspector marks, small Tower
lock with crown over "GR" and a small crown over arrowhead proof,
brass furniture with an 8 3/4" long iron belt hook over a serpentine
brass sideplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. All the metal cleaned to bright.
The wood is sound and retains most of a recent professional refinish.
Replaced rammer. 4-44285 JL158 (600-1,000)
620. BRITISH NEW LAND FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No SN. .72 cal. 9" barrel.
Reconverted using a new hammer and a faced frizzen. The lock screws are
replacements, as is the ramrod. CONDITION: Heavily pitted overall, with
some filing on the lockplate. The stock has some cracks and fills and
is missing some slivers and chips. 4-43458 FS66 (300-500)
621. PARTIALLY RECONVERTED NORTH MODEL 1826 NAVY PISTOL. No SN. .54 cal.
8-1/2" barrel. Lock dated 1828. Reproduction parts from Cornwall
Bridge. The rammer is probably from a Model 1842. CONDITION: Much rust
remains on the barrel, although it has been partially filed. The ramrod
is heavily pitted. The tumbler will require welding. The stock is good,
with one cartouche. 4-43463 FS62 (500-800)
622. WATERS MODEL 1836 PISTOL WITH DRUM CONVERSION AND FLAT LOCKPLATE.
No SN .54 cal. 8-1/2" barrel. No inspector marks on any parts. The
rammer assembly is incorrectly assembled using a rivet. The nipple is
broken. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina with light to moderate pitting overall.
The wood has been varnished over some chips and gauges. The bore is poor.
The lock is good. 4-43425 FS63 (350-600)
623. ENGLISH FLINTLOCK PISTOL. No SN. .60 cal. 8-3/8" round barrel.
No maker's marks, but "CAPT WM LINN / 1775" and an arrow, are
scratched on the counter plate. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina on barrel
and lock. The stock has numerous cracks, chips and repairs. The ramrod
is a replacement. The rear of the counter plate is missing. Mechanically
good. 4-4 4209 FS268 (300-500)
624. TOWER DRAGOON PISTOL WITH REGIMENTAL MARKINGS. No SN. .62 cal. 9"
barrel with captive ramrod. Regimental marks "Q.O.R / Y.C / 3"
on bow of trigger guard. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on metal surfaces,
except rammer assembly, which is blue. The stock is battered with small
chips below the lockplate. Mechanically needs adjustment. 4-44207 FS269
(800-1,200)
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625. EARLY CONTINENTAL DECORATED POWDER HORN. Small cow horn shaved
down to a scalloped edge with fine scrimshaw carving. Edges are decorated
with a floral vine, two panels have what appear to be family heraldry;
one consisting of a circle quartered surmounted by a crown and flags with
two rampant beasts standing on cannons and muskets. The other crest is
a circle with three castle towers surmounted by a crown and flanked by
cannons. SIZE: 7"l. CONDITION: Nice even mellow aged color with several
areas of minor worm damage. 4-44281 CW35 (400-600)
626. EARLY CONTINENTAL DECORATED POWDER HORN. Flat horn, heavily carved
in relief with a double headed bird, crossed keys and numerous Christian
symbols, a large church structure surrounded by mythical animals. The
horn is signed "Joandio"(?). CONDITION: Good. Stopper is missing.
Horn has a 2 1/2" crack at base and has shrunken slightly. 4-44282
CW35 (400-600)
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Reverse views - Lots 625, 626.
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627. CARVED AND DECORATED POWDER HORN. Beautifully carved cow's horn,
about 10" long with the original plug having a brass stud hanger
in the center. The original carved wood stopper is in the spout. The spout
end is stepped up, 3/4" diameter with faceted tip and scalloped edges.
The body of the horn is wonderfully decorated with scrimshaw scene of
West Point, depicting four buildings with trees. There is another panel
of trees and vines and a third panel of long intertwined, trailing vines.
It is further carved "ALVIN STEBBINS / HIS POWDER / HORN MAY / (in
smaller letters) MADE AT WEST POINT / 4 1792." The plug end of the
horn is decorated with herringbone patterns. The consignor states that
this horn was purchased at an estate auction in Hatfield, MA in about
1961-63 and that the Hatfield area is home to a large Stebbins family
and they were prominent in the French & Indian Wars and the American
Revolution. CONDITION: Near excellent. The body of the horn retains a
deep mellow yellowish color, the decorations are all sharp and clear,
with only light wear in one or two spots. 4-43862 JL223 (1,500-3,000)
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View of reverse - Lot 627.
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628. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 77377. .44 cal. 8" barrel.
3-screw variety cut for shoulder stock. Inspector marks on some pieces.
CONDITION: Light to moderate pitting overall. The grips have been repaired,
sanded and re-varnished. The trigger and some screws are replaced. Missing
one nipple. Mechanically needs work. 4-43446 FS91 (250-700)
629. STARR SINGLE ACTION ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER CAL: .44. Usual configuration
with 8" round barrel, pinched front sight and one-piece walnut grip
with visible cartouche on both sides. Inspector initials over various
metal parts. SN 38809 CONDITION: Very good. Traces of original blue remain
under the rammer lever on the barrel and in sheltered areas on the frame
with spots of pitting on the barrel, the balance being a dark blue-brown
patina. All matching serial numbers. The grips are sound with light hammer
marks on the butt with no original finish remaining. Strong, bright bore.
4-43397 JL142 (900-1,200)
630. SCARCE HOPKINS & ALLEN PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 66. .31 cal.
4" round barrel. Roll engraved cylinder with five scenes in ovals.
CONDITION: Strong traces of blue on barrel, frame and cylinder. Bright
casehardening colors on hammer and lever. The grip straps have been slightly
bent, causing the grips to chip, about half of the varnish remains, with
numerous dents. 4-44103 FS265 (550-950)
631. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. CAL.: .36. Standard Navy configuration
with 7-1/2" octagon barrel, 4-screw frame with extended stock screw
and one-piece walnut grips, iron trigger guard and backstrap. There is
a small museum-type number, "1058," behind the trigger guard.
SN 80132. CONDITION: Fair to good. All matching numbers except the wedge,
which is an unnumbered replacement with replacement wedge screw. The barrel
has a replaced front sight and an added, fixed rear sight. The grips are
also replacement. No original finish remains, being a mottled very dark
patina over all the surface with moderate pitting. Dark bore with heavy
pitting. 4-43338 Z77 (400-700)
632. STARR DOUBLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 8402, all matching. .44 cal.
6" barrel. The grip has been replaced. The loading lever retainer
is loose. CONDITION: Traces of blue on barrel and frame, otherwise gray/brown
patina with light pitting and a few scratches and dents. The grip has
some scratches and dents, but retain much of its varnish. Some parts have
been replaced. Action works o.k. DA. 4-44102 X50 (600-900)
633. REMINGTON NEW MODEL POCKET REVOLVER. SN 10048. .31 cal. 4-1/2"
octagonal barrel. A German silver inlay has been inserted in the left
grip. Two holes have been drilled into the bottom of the grip strap. The
rammer and catch are replacements. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been
cleaned, leaving scratches and light pitting overall. The grips are worn
at the high spots, but retain traces of varnish. The bore is poor. Mechanically
needs parts. 4-43413 FS73 (200-400)
634. COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. CAL.: .36. Usual configuration with
7-1/2" octagon barrel, brass frame and one-piece walnut grips. Accompanied
by a copy of a Colt letter indicating shipment Feb. 1, 1862 to B. Kittredge
& Co., Cincinnati, OH in a shipment of 150 pieces. SN 120168. CONDITION:
Fair to good. No original finish remains. The iron is all a cleaned silver
metal color with scattered light pitting. The rammer screw is replaced
with a rivet, the wedge is homemade, the wedge screw is bent. The grip
frame is a cleaned light yellow, the grips are sound, missing a couple
of small chips with most of a sanded refinish. The cylinder has been polished,
removing all the scene and lettering. Strong, dark bore. 4-43340 JL188
(400-700)
635. COLT ROOT REVOLVER. SN 9825. .28 cal. 3-1/2" octagonal barrel.
CONDITION: Gray patina with dents and light to moderate pitting overall.
The grips are worn at high spots and have numerous dents and scratches.
Mechanically needs work. 4-43612 FS93 (400-700)
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636. LOT OF TWO CIVIL WAR REVOLVER HOLSTERS. 1. Brown leather holster
for Colt Army revolver, single narrow belt loop on reverse with iron saddle
ring attached. Front flap has a hole cut for the brass finial. The name
"Olive Page Powers" is written in period ink beneath the front
flap. CONDITION: Very good. Shows wear and use. Good stitching. Light
surface cracking. 2. Black leather military holster for the Colt Army
revolver with full top flap with separate closing strap, brass finial,
wide belt loop with three copper rivets on reverse, unmarked. CONDITION:
Very good. Leather is soft and flexible. Stitching is tight Slight flexing
here and there. 4-43923 CW64 (300-500)
637. CIVIL WAR-ERA BLACK LEATHER FLAP HOLSTER. Typical Civil War issue,
unmarked; with flap closure over a brass stud, sewn back edge with plug,
and belt loop secured with three copper rivets. CONDITION: Good to very
good. The flap is crackled with dull finish, but supple. The body of the
holster is sound, slightly crackled finish, one flexed area, and retains
most of its original black finish. 4-43869 JL196 (250-500)
638. BUCKSKIN STUDDED WALL HANGING. Made of old buckskin 24-1/2"
wide, 20" high in a vague shield shape with hand cut fringe around
the circumference on a dowel rod with sinew-wrapped Indian arrow through
loops in the top. The front is covered with two sizes of nicked brass
studs which says "IOWA-INDIAN-RESERVE / CHIEF 1870 TO-HEE / TOWNSEND
PICKET RANCH 10A / 1885-90". Below the 10A Ranch is written the name
"FRANK C. ORNER 1889-90". Also written above the ranch name
is "INDIAN TERRITORY". A piece of red trade cloth is laced in
an arch through the center and through the loops at the top. There are
four empty loops at the bottom, two on each side of laced-on silver conchos
that apparently contained large caliber cartridges. The back has a paper
glued in the center that has a picture in the center of a barn with a
sign "10A RANCH" and is surrounded by fine ink writing, some
of which is water stained and nearly illegible telling about the ranch
and how the arrow was found. CONDITION: Obviously old and certainly of
the period described. The studs show wear and tarnish with lots of verdigris
around the clasps. 4-44331 JL436 (1,000-1,500)
639. RIFLEMAN'S HUNTING POUCH AND HORN. A well made American early to
mid 19th century rifleman's hunting bag and powder horn. Deer hide pouch
with full front flap measuring 9"h x 9"w with the fur covered
hide on the front face of the bag and the flap. Wide leather shoulder
strap approx. 1 1/2"w with tooled edged decoration. Horn is 13"
with plain walnut domed plug, mounted to the shoulder strap by two sewn
leather straps. The horn plug is secured by a leather thong. CONDITION:
Near excellent. Leather is flexible but dry with some surface flaking.
Bag is strong with minor losses to fur. Face of horn should light worm
damage. 4-44011 CW19 (600-800)
640. KNIFE SHEATH WITH BRASS TACK DECORATION. 12-1/2" reinforced
leather sheath has four rows of small tacks around the sewn edge. The
4" collar has eight rows of beads. The 1/4" tacks have round
iron shanks. The body of the sheath has stamped squares and hexagons.
CONDITION: The body is cracked along the rim at the top and missing part
at the thumb hole. Several tacks are missing and a few are loose but still
present. 4-43300 FS219 (200-300)
641. MID 19TH CENTURY SAILOR'S MACRAMÉ POWDER HORN COVER. Finely
fashioned in the shape of a large powder horn. This decorative naval art
is constructed of fine cotton twine forming a macramé cover for
what appears to be a large powder horn. This is typical of early 19th
century sailor's art and it is certainly unique. SIZE: 13"l x 4 1/2"w.
CONDITION: Very good. Entirely intact. The outside seems to have been
painted or finished with some other material during the period. 4-44013
CW40 (300-500)
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641A. US MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER. No mfg. mark. Brass hilt with
three-branch guard. Brass pommel cap and twisted brass wire wrapped leather
grip. Steel scabbard with two carrying rings. SIZE: 35" curved single
edged blade. CONDITION: Very good. Blade shows an overall gray patina
with dark staining and patches across the face of the blade. Dark uncleaned
brass hilt with excellent grip showing a few minor cracks. The scabbard
has a dark uncleaned patina and is un-dented. 4-43478 CW3 (400-600)
641B. INDIAN CEREMONIAL BATTLE AXE Decorative iron battle-axe with 5
1/4" long curved, ribbed blade with two lions and a brass elephant.
The haft in front of the socket is square and tapered 2" long and
the entire head of the axe has decorative silver inlay. The haft is 22"
long with a round pommel also with decorative silver inlay. CONDITION:
Very good. Retains a mottled dark patina. The silver is oxidized and the
brass animals are a dark mustard patina. 4-44287 JL138 (300-500)
641C. PRESENTATION MODEL 1852 STAFF AND FIELD SWORD. 30" etched
blade with "RIDABOCK / & CO., / NEW YORK / N.Y. / GERMANY"
on the left ricasso. The collar of the plated metal sheath is machine
engraved "Sgt. Ira D. Wells / Co. B 123rd Regt. OVI." CONDITION:
The blade is bright at the rear with rust stains and shallow nicks at
the front. The hilt retains about 75% of the gold wash. The grip has minor
chipping to the ray skin. 4-43296 X42 (300-600)
641D. VERY EARLY EUROPEAN DAGGER. Dainty lady's size dagger with a very
narrow 7 13/16" double edged blade, 1/4" thick iron hand guard
with ball turned quillions, twisted wire wrapped handle and fluted ball
pommel. CONDITION: Very dark patina with light rust on the blade and hand
guard. The handle wrap is intact and the pommel shows moderate wear. 4-43483
JL161 (400-700)
641E. US MODEL 1833 FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD. Heavy short Roman style sword
is manufactured by Ames. This example dated 1835. SIZE: 19" double
edged straight blade. Cast brass hilt and fish scale grip. CONDITION:
Fair. This example was nickel plated. The blades edges have been crudely
sharpened. 4-43473 CW24 (300-400)
641F. RARE AND UNUSUAL CONTINENTAL SWORD AND PERCUSSION PISTOL WALKING
CANE. A rare combination of unknown origin, possibly Italian, is this
walking cane of hollow Malaka wood housing a sword and pistol combination.
The unusual piece has a 34" double edged blade fitted into the breech
of a 7 1/2"l cannon style percussion barrel. A lock mechanism is
exposed on the right side of the blade in back action style. The percussion
hammer sits on the left side of the blade striking the nipple that is
centered at the breech of the barrel. The barrel, approximately .45 caliber,
is flared at the muzzle. The exterior has three inlaid brass wedding bands
and the breech is inscribed with diagonal lines. The walking stick is
in two pieces and accommodates the blade and the pistol by exposing the
trigger and hammer at the top. Two iron bands secure a button head ramrod
and ball puller. The stick is tipped in brass. This unusual piece is completely
unmarked and is of unknown definite origin. It is manufactured in a crude
fashion yet maintains a certain deadly but interesting character. CONDITION:
Very good. All metal surfaces are dark and uncleaned. Several minor cracks
are present near the top of the cane and its tip is lightly battered.
4-44023 CW15 (1,500-2,000)
641G. AMES NAVAL CUTLASS. 25-7/8" single fuller blade. Standard
4-line mark on left ricasso, 1862 on the right. Missing most of the wrap
and all of the wire on the grip. CONDITION: Scattered light rust spotting
on the blade. The cup on the guard has one short split and several dents.
The leather scabbard is slightly dry and has numerous surface scrapes,
but is complete and solid. 4-43472 FS197 (400-600)
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641H. INLAID PAINTED MARCHING DRUM POSSIBLY CIVIL WAR ERA. This great
mahogany drum believed to be from the Civil War era and features mahogany
shell and mahogany rims. It also has paint decorated hoops made with ash
and what appears to be a free-hand paint decoration on the shell together
with what appears to be bone or ivory insert on the vent hole. A very
similar drum acquired from the same source has a maker's label on the
inside (this specific drum does not have the maker's label but is obviously
made by the same maker). The label on the other drum reads "Henry
Eisele, Successor to William Sempe Manufacturers of the Bass and Snare
Drums 209 & 211 Grand Street, New York N.B. Drum heads, Sticks, Cords,
and etc. Constantly on Hand". SIZE: 17" diameter x 11"
h. CONDITION: The skin on one side is split, the other side of the drum
appears to be good. The leather fibers that go across the surface of the
drum are frayed and the drum is somewhat soiled and shows handling marks,
but it is generally in good structural condition. 8-86955 (1,500-2,500)
641I. DECORATED POSSIBLY CIVIL WAR ERA DRUM. This small wood and metal
drum has an interior label marked "Henry Eisele, Successor to William
Sempe Manufacturers of the Bass and Snare Drums 209 & 211 Grand Street,
New York N.B. Drum heads, Sticks, Cords, and etc. Constantly on Hand".
This small handsome drum features a great patriotic decoupage on the wood
side depicting a gold, spread-wing eagle with a red, white, and blue shield
of the Union in its talons. Sprigs of olive branches are to the right
and left. The wooden bands holding the drum head are nicely stencil-decorated
with black design and both surfaces of the drum retain old skin. SIZE:
16-1/4" diameter x 8" h. CONDITION: Some soiling and wear. The
leather fibers that run across the top of the drum are missing. The skins
and the drum appear to be structurally sound. 8-86954 (1,500-2,500)
641J. LINE THROWING GUN. SN 486600. .45-70 cal. 12" barrel. This
was a standard Model 1889 trapdoor rifle that was altered for use as a
line throwing gun. It is contained in a case with eight brass projectiles
and three empty line containers. The bracket for holding the line containers
is missing. CONDITION: Retains most of the tank blue applied at the time
of conversion, with a few spots of light surface rust. The wood was sanded
and repaired at the same time of conversion. The action is good. Also
has a box of Western line throwing cartridges. An owner's name is painted
on the top. 4-44187 FS274 (600-800)
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641K. COLORED ETCHING ON BOARD. 12" by 16" Wood burning with
color highlights titled "Wahtowaso" shows a standing woman in
Indian costume. Signed "From Life / by Irving Wilder / Tyssowsku
Studio. / Chicago." CONDITION: The board has numerous short splits
top and bottom, with longer ones on the right side, some of them running
almost halfway the length of the picture. The appropriate modern frame
has some bruises and scratches. 4-44349 X54 (300-500)
641L. SCARCE EARLY CONFEDERATE VETERANS LT. OF ARTILLERY FROCK COAT.
An extremely well made and early veterans frock coat dating to the period
1870-80 with red wool collar and cuffs, nine button frock coat style made
of cadet gray wool. Rank insignia with two gilt cloth bars on collar and
gold braid single strand galloons on each sleeve. The interior is lined
in coarsely woven linen with brown polished cotton pockets and cream colored
brushed cotton sleeve lining. The buttons are two piece Georgia State
seals back marked ""W.C. Mintzer Phila 1861" and have been
added to the coat. This coat shows many early attributes and is quite
attractive, however, the weave of the cloth, interior lining, cut and
finish are of a later period. CONDITION: Very good. Several holes and
repaired tears are present in the body of the coat. The lining is separated
in several areas and stained. The front and back outside are stained,
several seams split and only seven buttons remain down the front. 4-43582
CW59 (1,500-2,500)
641M. ANTIQUE LITHO POSTER PROMOTING US SHOT SHELLS. This large lithograph
paper poster still retains its original metal bands at the top and bottom.
Depicts a retriever looking out the window and watching ducks fly by.
No date on poster but believed to be from the 1920s. SIZE: Approximately
30" l x 20" w. CONDITION: Generally good, however slightly soiled.
A small 1-1/2" crease or tear in the upper right hand corner. Some
wrinkles, otherwise very good. (400-800)
641N. LOT OF 8 BURBANK PRINTS OF INDIANS. From a set published in 1899,
drawn by E.A. Burbank at various Indian reservations in the United States
and Canada in 1898 and 1899. All are signed upper right and dated 1899
in black ink. Framed in commercial 10-1/2" by 13-1/2" frames
with mats that came with the frames, none of the matting matches the pictures,
and some of the signatures are covered by the matting. CONDITION: Generally
fine. 4-44346 X55 (2,000-3,000)
641O. CUSTOM-MADE MEDAL DISPLAY CASE. Nice shadow-box display case decorated
with spent .38 cal. cartridges, containing a WWI Victory Medal with campaign
ribbons and many, many marksmanship medals. The blank spot in the case
evidently once held a .38 cal. revolver with which the medals were won,
including numerous awards for Individual High Average and Perfect Score.
CONDITION: good 8-86917 (400-500)
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642. LOT OF THREE EUROPEAN PERCUSSION PISTOLS. 1) UNMARKED BOX LOCK.
No SN. .44 cal. 3" octagonal barrel. CONDITION: Sanded white with
some light pitting and staining remaining. The grips have been re-varnished.
2) ARMITAGE/LONDON SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. No SN. .47 cal. 4" octagonal
barrel. The top of the hammer has been reconstructed. CONDITION: Strong
traces of blue on the barrel rib and brown on the barrel. The grips are
generally good, with a few small bruises. 3) UNMARKED TARGET PISTOL, PROBABLY
BELGIAN. No SN. .54 cal. 7-1/4" octagonal barrel. The ramrod is missing
and the butt cap is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray patina overall, with
numerous dents, some serious, on the barrel. The tang has been cracked.
The stock has been cracked, repaired and re-cracked in numerous places.
The bore is poor. Mechanically needs work. 4-43407 and 4-43572 and 4-43571
FS55 (250-500)
643. ORIGINAL PHILADELPHIA DERINGER MEDIUM POCKET-SIZE PERCUSSION PISTOL
CAL: about .45. Usual Deringer configuration with 3 1/2" ovoid shaped
barrel with the maker's name on the top flat and a "P" proof
on the left flat. The lock, hammer and trigger guard are engraved with
fine foliate arabesque patterns. German silver trim with a small heart-shaped
inlay in back of the top tang. The rammer is either ivory or bone tipped.
The buttstock is broken through in two places and repaired during the
period of use with three professionally installed screwed-on brass plates.
CONDITION: Good, as previously noted. The iron retains a gray patina with
scattered light surface rust. The wood is dark with a fine hand-rubbed
patina. Mechanics are sound. 4-44027 Z69 (600-1,000)
643A. PAIR OF TWIGG BOX LOCK FLINTLOCK PISTOLS. No SN. .44 cal. 3-1/2"
brass barrels. Both are marked "Twigg" on left side of frame
and "London" on the left sides. Both names have a decorative
small "L" at the end. The bottom of the frames are stamped with
the London proof marks. CONDITION: Brass has been polished in the past
and have now toned to a light yellow mixed with spots of corrosion and
pitting. The stock of one is cracked on both sides. The frizzen spring
on one is very weak. 4-43589 FS102 (1,000-2,000)
644. ASTIN MODEL 1842 SINGLE SHOT PISTOL. No SN. .54 cal. 8-1/2"
barrel. Dated 1848 on the lock. "GW" and "W.A.T."
cartouches on left side of stock. CONDITION: Heavy, crusty rust on barrel
and tang. Lighter rust on lockplate and rammer assembly. The brass has
a very dark patina. The stock is cracked at the rear of the lockplate,
but is generally fine. 4-43390 FS64 (450-750)
645. FLINTLOCK POCKET PISTOL CAL: about .70. Medium sized belt or pocket
pistol with 6 3/8" round barrel that appears to have been cut, iron
furniture with a dainty lock with reinforced hammer and a late India pattern
serpentine sideplate in a one-piece walnut stock with iron buttcap. Consignor
states that the inside of the lock is signed "Murat". CONDITION:
Good. The metal retains a light silvery patina with scattered surface
discoloration and some fine pitting. The wood is sound with a smooth hand-polished
patina. Missing the rammer. Sound mechanics. 4-44278 JL163 (300-600)
646. EDWARDS LARGE BORE FLINTLOCK POCKET PISTOL CAL: about .70. Man sized
pocket pistol with a 4" octagon barrel, small iron bead, the lockplate
with gooseneck hammer and small teat at the rear is marked "Edwards"
and is mounted in a one-piece stock with brass furniture and a silver
shield thumbplate with coarse checkered grip. CONDITION: Good. The barrel
has been cleaned with moderate to heavy pitting. The lockplate and hammer
are clean with a mottled silver color. The stock has had half of the forearm
tip replaced on the right side, a small chip replaced on the left side
and there is a small hairline at the left tip. Otherwise, retains 75-80%
original varnish. Replaced rammer. Sound mechanics. 4-44276 JL164 (300-500)
647. SPANISH PERCUSSION PISTOL WITH LION HEAD HAMMER. No SN. .72 cal.
7-1/8" cannon-shaped barrel. Marked in silver "MADE FOR FELIX
GUISASOLA IN 1841." CONDITION: The metal is generally smooth, with
a few areas of light to moderate pitting. The stock is battered and broken.
Missing chips, wedge and ramrod. 4-43408 FS54 (150-300)
648. KETLAND & CO FLINTLOCK PISTOL WITH SILVER MOUNTS. No SN. .44
cal. 3-5/8" turn off barrel. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina, with
moderate surface rust and pitting. The silver butt cap is fine, but several
inches of the silver wire inlay are missing. The barrel appears to be
frozen. The action is good. 4-43403 FS56 (250-500)
649. SMALL FLINTLOCK POCKET PISTOL CAL: about .40. Early flintlock pistol
with 3 1/8" tapered octagon to round barrel with cannon muzzle and
a fancy wood stock with engraved lockplate, gooseneck hammer and three
flats of the barrel, iron furniture, bone tipped rammer and raised carving
around the lockplate, sideplate and top tang. CONDITION: Good. No original
finish remains. The iron is a gray patina with scattered light pitting.
There is a small crack at the top of the sideplate otherwise the wood
is sound. Missing a sideplate screw. Good mechanics. 4-44277 JL162 (400-600)
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650. CASED PAIR OF BRITISH POCKET PISTOLS. No SN. .44 cal. 2-7/8"
fluted barrels. Engraved brass frames have Birmingham proof marks, but
no name. The lion butt caps are silver in color, but have no hallmarks.
The standard British oak case is lined with blue material in the French
style with a bone and ivory cap box with the Victorian monogram. The lock
works. CONDITION: Mellow patina on the brass, the fluted barrels are worn
on the sharp points, but have strong traces of blue in the grooves. The
case is fine, with bright interior and dark patina on the blank initial
plate and hook catches. 4-43225 FS247 (1,250-1,650)
651. CASED PAIR OF REILLY POCKET PISTOLS. No SNs. .48 cal. 2-3/4"
octagonal barrels. Engraved frames, hammer and cap boxes, with the marking
"REILLY LONDON" on top of each barrel. English mahogany case
contains a 36 bore bullet mold, an octagonal barrel wrench and a leather-covered
3-compartment flask. No key. CONDITION: One pistol is almost new, with
bright casehardening colors on the barrel, slightly fading on the frame.
The grip is sharp with two small points of damage. The other has about
60% casehardening colors, ranging from bright to almost entirely gone.
The grip has several dented areas. The case has a number of small dents
on the lid, but is generally good. The lid is slightly warped. The key
escutcheon is missing. "CLARKSON & 60 / RICHMOND" is stamped
on the bottom of the case. The barrel wrench has good casehardening colors,
but some dents on one side. The leather covering on the flask is possibly
replaced. 4-44196 FS264 (1,500-2,000)
652. WATERS & CO. BRASS FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS HANDGUN. CAL.: About
60. Unusual center hammer blunderbuss handgun with 7" barrel that
tapers out to a 1" muzzle, boxlock action with reinforced gooseneck
hammer, having a spring loaded 6" bayonet under the barrel and guides
for a rammer on the left side. The left side of the receiver is marked
"Patent / No. 386." The grip is one-piece walnut, smooth and
uncheckered, with an oval silver thumbplate. Early-style trigger curl
at the bottom and the bayonet latch like a second trigger at the back
of the trigger guard. Accompanied by a red velvet-lined, French fitted
wood display box. No SN. CONDITION: Very good. The brass has been polished
to a bright lemon yellow, the iron has a dark brown patina, and the grip
has been refinished. Everything appears functional. Box is fine. 4-43861
JL186 (2,000-3,500)
653. LATE IRISH BLUNDERBUSS. No SN. 15" barrel marked "Wilson"
on the lockplate and "Dublin" on the barrel. No proof marks
are visible. CONDITION: Gray patina with some rust stains overall. The
stock has been broken through the wrist, repaired, sanded and refinished.
The nipple and ramrod are replacements. 4-43530 FS123 (750-1,250)
654. UNUSUAL BRITISH LEFT HAND PERCUSSION BLUNDERBUSS PISTOL, POSTAL
SERVICE. Large heavy percussion pistol with a brass blunderbuss style
barrel with an iron breech and tang. Muzzle 1 1/8" diameter. British
proofs at the breech and engraved across the top "For His Majesty's
Mail Coaches*317". The percussion lockplate is signed "J. Harding
& Son" and marked with a broad arrow. Mounted on a varnished
walnut stock is an iron triggerguard and brass escutcheon with barrel
securing screw. Percussion lock is mounted on the left side of the pistol.
CONDITION: Very good. Brass barrel is polished bright. Iron parts have
a dark patina. Wood shows numerous scratches but no cracks or splits.
4-44110 CW51 (1,500-2,000)
655. FRUWIRTH CONVERSION CARBINE. SN 27. .75 cal. 14-1/2" round
barrel. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. The stock has normal dents
and nicks and has probably been re-varnished. The multi-groove bore is
pitted. Mechanically good. 4-44211 FS220 (200-300)
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656. AMERICAN PENNSYLVANIA LONG RIFLE SIGNED J. KELLER. A nicely made
American long rifle of the Carlisle School. The top barrel flat is signed
"J. Keller". Octagonal iron barrel 40" long. Approx. 45
cal. deeply rifled on a figured maple stock with brass furniture. Reconverted
flintlock action. Buttstock has large brass patchbox having two straight
side pieces and nicely engraved finial with Roccoco scrolls typical of
the Carlisle school. Brass triggerguard, buttplate, sideplate, ramrod
pipes and nose cap. Brass toeplate nicely engraved with a pineapple and
daisy. The cheeckpiece bears a silver star and the wrist an oval escutcheon.
Uncarved stock. CONDITION: An attractive Pennsylvania rifle with no obvious
major restoration except a poor attempt at a reconversion to flintlock.
Metal surfaces are dark and uncleaned. Stock has minor fractures but is
quite nice. 4-44272 CW61 (2,000-3,000)
657. REPLICA LANCASTER COUNTY KENTUCKY RIFLE. No SN. .40 cal. 38"
part octagonal barrel. Marked "H.E. Lucas Sr. 1985" on the top
flap. Fine tiger maple stock with relief carving on buttstock. CONDITION:
Nearly new. 4-43826 FS207 (1,000-1,500)
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658. REPRODUCTION PENNSYLVANIA LONG RIFLE. This gun appears to have
been rebuilt around an original barrel, trigger mechanism, buttplate,
triggerguard and ramrod pipes. It is unsigned with a dark walnut stock
having crude relief carving and a new patchbox crudely engraved. CONDITION:
Fair. Iron parts are rusted, lock does not function. 4-44271 CW63 (400-600)
659. CONTINENTAL FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No SN. .70 cal. 44-1/4" barrel.
Missing the ramrod. The barrel and rear band has been modified for sighting.
CONDITION: All metal surfaces have been polished, removing most of the
markings. The stock has been cracked through the wrist and repaired using
wood screws. The frizzen has been refaced. The touch hole has been re-bushed.
The ramrod is missing. 4-43853 FS233 (500-800)
660. FRENCH FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No SN. .70 cal. 42" barrel. Made at
Maubauge Arsenal. The barrel and stock have been shortened. The front
and rear barrel bands and ramrod have been replaced. The rear sling swivel
and mounting piece are missing. The consignor states that this gun is
from the estate of Dr. Maurice Watson, Manchester, NH and was purchased
at auction 7/18/61. CONDITION: Very heavily pitted at the breech, the
front end of the stock is shattered. Large piece of wood missing under
the lock. The mainspring is soft. 4-44274 X34 (500-800)
661. CHARLEVILLE FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 44-3/4" barrel.
Appears to be original flintlock. The ramrod is a replacement. The bayonet
lug is badly battered. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with moderate
to heavy pitting. Several initials have been stamped in the wood using
individual stamps. 4-44275 FS232 (1,000-1,500)
662. T. FRENCH MODEL 1808 CONTRACT FLINTLOCK MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal.
44-1/2" barrel. Appears to be original flintlock. Dated 1811 at the
rear of the lockplate. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned, but
much pitting remains. The stock has minor chips and one repaired crack
above the lock. The initials "NBB" have been carved in the right
side of the stock, and the cartouche is visible on the left side, but
not readable. The action is good. 4-44215 FS224 (1,500-2,000)
663. ASSEMBLED FLINTLOCK MILITIA MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
Reconverted. The replaced English lockplate has been artificially aged
and has a spurious "U.S." mark on the tail, along with deep
grooves, filed crossways. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, with moderate
to heavy pitting. The stock is generally good, with normal handling marks
and a small crack at the rear lock screw and chips missing at the tang.
4-44128 FS226 (300-400)
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664. RARE MANTON CONTRACT MODEL 1861 RIFLED MUSKET. No SN. .58 cal.
40" barrel. Lock dated 1862. Spurious inspector marks on top of barrel,
but no date. Vise marks on barrel and tang. The hammer appears to be a
replacement. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light surface rust, except
on hammer, where it is heavy, and the lockplate, which has been cleaned,
has light pitting. The re-varnished stock has many chips missing and is
badly deteriorated due to exposure to heat. 4-44288 X35 (1,000-2,000)
665. BRIDESBURG MODEL 1861 RIFLED MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .58 cal.
40" barrel. Dated 1863 on lock and barrel. The sling is too short
to allow hook catch. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned with
some light rust and pitting overall. The stock has been repaired, sanded
and varnished. Mechanically good. 4-44108 X37 (1,200-1,500)
666. HARPER'S FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLED MUSKET WITH SLING AND BAYONET.
No SN. .58 cal. 40" barrel. Iron patchbox. Dated 1860 on lock and
barrel. One inspector cartouche is faintly visible on the left side of
stock. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall, with light spots of surface
rust. The stock shows a repair through the wrist with some sanding and
refinish to the wood. Other chips and gouges are scattered. The single
hook leather scabbard is unmarked and is in good condition. 4-44106 X33
(3,000-5,000)
667. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1852 CADET MUSKET. No SN. .54 cal. 40" barrel.
Lock dated 1852. The barrel is rifled and an adjustable sight installed
on the barrel. No cartouche visible. A rack number has been stamped on
the trigger guard. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with scattered
spots of rust stain. The markings are sharp. The wood is heavily oil soaked,
but still has sharp edges. 4-44221 X27 (1,000-1,500)
668. ALTERED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1865 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. No SN. .58 cal. 33-1/2"
barrel. "ESA" cartouche is visible, other is not readable. The
operating handle is missing, the hinge pin is replaced with a screw, the
hammer screw is missing and the hammer has been peened to tighten it.
The firing pin screw is missing. The extractor mechanism is not working.
CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. The stock has normal dents and scratches.
4-44222 X28 (800-1,200)
669. HARPER'S FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE WITH BAYONET. No SN. .54 cal. 33"
barrel. Dated 1861 on the lockplate. The barrel is dated 1859 (?). The
date and inspector marks on the barrel are very faint due to cleaning.
The mixed dates give some support to the claim that this might have been
one of the guns assembled by the State of Virginia for Confederate usage
after the capture of Harper's Ferry. An original 21-3/4" yataghan-style
bayonet with original scabbard has the number "27" on the top
flap of the grip. There is no number on the bayonet lug, and this one
is slightly loose, but it is the correct style. An original long-range
front sight accompanies the rifle. It does not appear to have been used.
CONDITION: Gray patina overall, mixed with light surface rust and pitting
on the barrel and forearm tip. The wood has normal dents and scratches,
with some minor chips at the rear of the lock. The bore is very dark.
The lock, including the Maynard priming mechanism, works fine. The bayonet
is unmarked, except for number, and is in overall fine condition. Despite
the mixed dates, this rifle appears to have been together for a considerable
time. 4-44121 X32 (12,000-15,000)
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670. SHARPS MEACHAM CONVERSION RIFLE. SN 47629. .42-1/2 cal. 30"
octagonal barrel. A typical Meacham with checkered wrist and double set
triggers. The set screw is missing, but the triggers are functional. The
swivel slot in the butt has been filled. The rear sight is missing and
the slot filled with a brass plate. A Lyman tang sight for a Winchester
Model 1886 has been installed. CONDITION: Blue/gray patina overall with
scattered areas of light surface rust and pitting. The stock has been
repaired and re-varnished, but is still sound. The bore is evenly pitted,
but still has good rifling. Good casehardening colors remain on the lockplate
behind the hammer. The set triggers require adjustment for proper functioning.
4-43949 FS223 (3,500-5,500)
671. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 CARBINE. SN 43017. (Custer serial range)
.45-70 cal. 21-7/8" barrel. While this has the smooth buttplate,
the stock has a short wrist and holes for cleaning rod drilled underneath
the buttplate. CONDITION: Gray patina with scattered hints of blue, areas
of light pitting and surface rust. The stock has been broken, crudely
repaired and refinished. The action is good. 4-43199 X21 (1,000-2,000)
672. JOSLYN MODEL 1864 CARBINE. SN 5757. .50 Spencer cal. 22" barrel.
The extractor is a crude replacement. The breechblock and rear sight are
loose, with some chipping around the pivot screw. CONDITION: Surface rust,
from light to heavy overall. The stock has been broken, partially repaired
and heavily varnished. Mechanically needs work. 4-43902 X25 (500-800)
673. SPENCER MODEL 1860 SADDLE RING CARBINE. SN 56645. .56-50 cal. 22"
barrel. CONDITION: Partially re-blued, but moderate to heavy pitting remains.
The wood has been sanded and re-varnished over dents and scratches. Bore
and action good. 4-43907 X26 (1,000-1,500)
674. CONVERTED SHARPS CARBINE. SN 47944. .50-70 cal. 22" barrel.
The rear sight is a modern replica replacement. The barrel band is an
oversized replacement. CONDITION: Generally poor. The metal has a gray
to brown patina with moderate pitting and numerous dents. The wood is
battered, with many chips missing and a large gouge on the left side.
Much plastic wood fill on the forearm. 4-44908 X24 (500-800)
675. MERRILL CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 12940. .54 cal. 22" barrel. Missing
the breechblock latch and rear sight. The hammer screw is an incorrect
replacement. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy pitting on iron surfaces. The
stock has been broken, repaired and heavily varnished over remaining cracks,
splits and dents. 4-43903 X23 (500-800)
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676. SEA SERVICE MUSKET WITH BAYONET. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
The Springfield lock is dated 1817 and has been converted to percussion.
The barrel, which has numerous U.S. and state markings is also dated 1817.
Besides the normal U.S. marks, "MS/736/15/I" appear on top of
the barrel. The heavy bronze buttplate has been added in place of the
standard musket buttplate. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall with
light pitting. The wood has normal dents and scratches and the initial
"H" carved in right side. There is a small chip of wood missing
at the upper left side of the butt tang. The bayonet is in matching condition.
4-44213 FS227 (1,000-1,500)
677. UNMARKED CHARLEVILLE CONVERTED MUSKET. No SN. .70 cal. 42-1/2"
barrel. A large number 13 is stamped on the left side of the stock. Papers
accompanying the lot show a similar conversion attributed to S.C. Robinson
of Richmond. The bottom of the forestock is marked "CITY GUARD".
It is historically documented that Thomas Jefferson bought 1,777 muskets
for use by Virginia city guards. However, there were other cities with
armed city guards. CONDITION: Pitting, ranging from heavy to very heavy
overall. The wood is still sound, but has a few repaired and refinished
spots. Mechanically good. 4-44322 X39 (3,500-5,000)
678. PALMETTO ARMORY MODEL 1842 MUSKET. No SN. .69 cal. 42" barrel.
Brass barrel bands. The lock has the standard Palmetto Armory marks and
is dated 1852. The barrel is marked "V / P" over a palmetto
tree on top and "W.G.&Co." on the left flat. "S.C."
appears on the barrel tang and "SC" on the buttplate tang. Issue
marks "24/ 3" are on the right side of the butt. CONDITION:
Metal surfaces have been cleaned and have a smooth gray appearance with
light pitting. The barrel bands have a mellow patina. The ramrod is slightly
long. The wood has many dents and gouges. There is a small crack in the
wood under the lock. Mechanically good. 4-44188 FS228 (4,000-5,000)
679. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1888 TRAPDOOR RIFLE WITH RAMROD BAYONET. SN 537252.
.45-70 cal. 32-5/8" barrel. Has Freund patent pistol grip attached
to rear of trigger guard. Several New York issue marks appear on the stock.
The "SWP" cartouche is dated 1892. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina
overall with hints of blue showing on barrel bands, trigger guard and
pistol grip. The casehardening colors have faded to silver on the breechblock.
The stock and bore are both good. 4-44216 FS229 (600-800)
680. ALTERED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1864 RIFLE. No SN. .58 cal. smooth bore.
36" barrel. The barrel and stock have been shortened, the forearm
tip is missing. The front sight and ramrod are poor replacements, the
nipple is a good replacement. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned
and polished, but heavy pitting remains at the breech. The wood has been
cleaned and sanded. The action is good. 4-43852 X30 (300-500)
681. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. SN 10480. .45-70 cal. 32-5/8"
barrel. Long wrist stock. The stock has been shortened about 2-1/2"
at the front. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with scaly rust and
moderate pitting at the breech and muzzle. The stock has been broken,
repaired and re-varnished over dents and gouges. The bore is dark, the
action is good. 4-43849 X29 (300-600)
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