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A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SMALL-SIZE LEATHER DOCUMENT HOLDER/CANISTER, ca. 1770: In overall very good+ untouched condition. Of likely Colonial American or English make with generally smooth, dark brown/black-colored, boiled leather surfaces. Retains fine hand stitching, along the length of its side and at its base plug: missing its top end-cap/cover. Of small-sized cylindrical form and complete with its hand-stitched/applied leather belt loop with matching hand-stitched seams, en suite with the body. The base with its original hand-stitched leather end-plug and the top is missing its cap. Very good exterior surfaces with generally smooth black/brown leather and fine & tight stitching. Some scattered handling marks, crazing, minor scuffs and abrasions. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth leather surfaces, its original belt-loop, fine seams and some expected signs of use and wear with light crazing. Overall length 5". The type of small leather canister used by Soldiers and Messengers-- for the storage and transport of important Documents, etc. ca. 1770. For similar type examples, please see G. C. Neumann's & F. Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $975.00 |
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| A VERY GOOD+ AMERICAN EMBOSSED BRASS SCALLOP-SHELL POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850s: Of typical, medium size, mid-19th century, design, with a two piece embossed brass/copper-alloy body, mounted with its two (2), side-mounted, iron suspension loops. The graduated brass priming-spout and base with its three (3) stepped spout and its external spring-operated powder-cut-off: original spring and retaining-screw. In overall very good condition with its original components throughout and in functional order. Both sides of the body with a fine and large embossed Shell & Bush motif, on its base-- of classic mid-19th century American design: (virtually identical to “Riling: No. 366”). Retains its original smooth brass-colored surfaces with some scattered minor abrasions, dents, good seams and some patches of light surface-oxidation. A very nice American made Embossed Brass powder flask, ca. 1850s. Overall length: 7 ½”. Price: $125.00 |
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| A FINE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN POWDER HORN w/ OWNER INSCRIBED & ENGRAVED BODY, ca. 1770 (Ex. "SOUTHPORT, CT ESTATE"): In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours and untouched, golden-brown-toned, horn surfaces. Large-sized, yellow-brown-colored, naturally curved, cow horn body with an integral slab-carved, faceted pouring-spout with its original, carved, wooden spout-plug. Original, brass tack-fastened, convex, hardwood (Walnut/Butternut?) base-plug. The bulbous base-plug with sharp contours, finely oxidized/aged, wooden surfaces and the expected minor abrasions and signs of use. Original, dome-head, brass securing-tacks, en suite with nicely aged brass surfaces; and complete with its brass ring -- for the original? leather suspension cord. In overall fine untouched condition with expected light sings of use, wear and handling. Finely etched and engraved horn body with extensive geometric and floral etchings of traditional Colonial American "folk-art" design. Retains smooth horn surfaces with a nicely engraved and inked/scrimshawed depictions of Trees, Vines, leaves, a Grotesque Mask with face and with a stylized Crescent Moon with "A.H.M." owner's initials. The engravings of very fine quality with a sharp attention to detail. In overall fine untouched condition and a very nice example of a Large/Musket Size American Revolutionary War Period Engraved & Owner Initialed Powder Horn, ca. 1770. Overall length, approx. 17 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution".***From a Southport, Connecticut Estate and purported to be a family Horn, acquired from the "Burr-Bennett" Home, of Westport Conn. Price: $4,775.00 |
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| A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN SOLDIER'S CARTRIDGE BOX, ca. 1770s (Ex. George C. Neumann Collection): In overall very good condition with sound and generally supple, dark-brown/black-colored, outer leather surfaces and an untouched, inner, wooden (poplar?) cartridge-block. Of American Revolutionary War Period rectangular form with a decorative outer leather rain-flap with a sculpted edge. Of leather and wood construction with an inner, hand-drilled, wooden, cartridge block with a Nine- Eight - Seven, .75 caliber, “Brown Bess” cartridge-hole configuration. The black leather-covered body with its original rain flap with lightly crazed and aged, leather surfaces, signs of age, use and wear. In overall very good untouched condition with generally supple leather surfaces with some light crazing and scattered abrasions, scuffs, age-stains and minor deformation. The cartridge block with richly oxidized and finely aged untouched wooden surfaces, some light wear, signs of use and fine cartridge holes. A classic example of an American Revolutionary War Period American Soldier's Cartridge Box, ca. 1770s. ***From the famed Collection of noted Author & Historian, George C. Neumann and accompanied by a hand written tag, in his hand. For similar examples and additional information, please see G. C. Neumann's: “Battle Weapons of the American Revolution” & Neumann's & F. Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Measures 9 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 3 1/2. Price: $2,775.00 |
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| An Untouched Mid-19th Century American Leather Covered Metal Powder Flask, ca. 1860: Of typical mid-19th century, Plain, bag-shaped form with untouched, crazed, scuffed and lightly aged leather-covered outer surfaces. Minor roughness, abrasions, scuffs and an untouched oxidized and patinated finish. In (net) fair to good untouched condition (as is) with scattered handling marks, sound stiches, some looseness/detachment, at its neck; and retains three (3) of its four (4) suspension-loops and pins. Complete with its adjustable, graduated, brass pouring-spout/charger-- the retaining-screws and the spout’s “stop-pin” missing. Functional external spring-operated powder cutoff; and the base with an “AM CAP & FLASK” marking for the famed American Cap & Flask Company of Waterbury, Conn. An untouched, heavy gauge American Powder Flask with a nicely patinated leather-covered body. In overall fair to good untouched condition with tight seams and the noted scuffs/signs of use, detachment and wear: with an old cotton suspension-cord. Overall measurements, 9 1/4" x 5".. Price: $135.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MUSKET-SIZE POWDER HORN W/ SCREW-TYPE BASE-PLUG, ca. 1770: In overall very good condition with smooth and nicely toned, naturally curved, cow horn surfaces and its original concave hardwood base-plug with a finely turned, removable, screw-type, wooden end-plug. The large sized cow horn body approx. 18" long with an integrally turned and chip-carved pouring spout with straw/brown toned patina and its wooden end-plug. Retains a fine age-patina with expected patches of gunpowder-staining, etc. Concave hardwood (Maple?) base-plug with an untouched smooth age-patina and its original finely turned end-plug with a screw-type attachment and a bulbous knob— complete with its original top-mounted iron ring-eye for the attachment of a suspension-cord. Very good base with some minor abrasions, untouched wooden surfaces, light oxidation and expected light handling marks. Very good body with smooth, richly toned and lightly oxidized natural cow horn surfaces, an old filled repair and expected signs of use and age. The base fastened by its original, square-cut, iron nails/tacks with some expected light staining. A very nice example of an original American Revolutionary War Period American Musket-Type Powder Horn with a nicely turned Screw-Type Base-plug-end, ca. 1770. For similar examples please see "The Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Price: $1,575.00 |
| | A FINE & SCARCE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH "BROWN BESS/QUEEN ANN TYPE" PRESSED & TURNED COWHORN POWDER HORN w/ POWDER-MEASURE, ca. 1750-1770: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth, pressed and turned, translucent, cowhorn surfaces. The 8 ½”, light colored cow horn body with nicely sculpted conical contours. A carved and turned, threaded spout with its original turned, cowhorn, end-cap and an integral Powder-Measure for a "Musket-size" powder-charge. Of classic 18th Century English Military form and of the type of Powder Flask associated with the English Brown Bess Musket. Complete with its original brass-pin-fastened, flat, hardwood base-plug with smooth, wooden surfaces and a later "A. J. McALRICH? AUG. 20, 1913" owner's inscription in coarsely scribed characters (possibly a family descendant of its original owner?). Overall, a very nice example of a mid-18th Century/American Revolutionary War Period English "Brown Bess/Queen Ann" Type Powder Flask, ca. 1750-1770. For additional information, please see, Madison Grant's: "Powder Horns and their Architecture", pg. 117 & G.Neumann & F. Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution"). Price: $1,275.00 |
| | A VERY SCARCE LATE 18th/EARLY 19th CENTURY AMERICAN INDIAN POWDER HORN, ca. 1800: In overall fine well-used condition with the expected signs of frontier use and wear. Nicely carved, dark, red/brown colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, an integral, nicely-carved end-spout and its slightly convex wooden base-plug with a brass ring for the braided leather suspension-cord. Integrally carved pouring-spout with its original stopper. In overall fine untouched condition and of classic American Indian form with a stained cow horn body and finely braided rawhide/sinew suspension cord of traditional native craftmanship. Retains lightly toned and deeply patinated, smooth surfaces with the expected age-stains and abrasions. The rawhide suspension-cord with a nicely braided decoration, several frays/nicks, lightly crazed leather surfaces and a working-life lace repair, at the base. Overall a very nice example of a rarely seen original 18th/19th Century American Indian Powder Horn, ca. 1800. For similar examples, please see Tom Grinslade’s: “Powder Horns…”. Overall length, approx. 15". Price: $1,275.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD POWDER HORN, ca. 1770: Of New England (Rhode Island) make; and in overall very good+ untouched condition. Medium size, Straw to brown-colored, smooth & untouched cow horn body with dark highlights and light surface-abrasions. Chip- carved pouring-spout with its carved hardwood spout-plug, an integral faceted collar for a suspension-cord-attachment. Complete with its original, wrought-iron, nail-fastened, convex, hardwood (Maple?) base-plug with surface scuffs, patches of oxidation and age stains: retains its original top-mounted iron suspension-cord staple. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth and untouched surfaces, light expected signs of use and minor abrasions. A very nicely made American Revolutionary War Period Mid-Size "Day Type" Powder Horn, ca. 1770. Overall length, 10". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. ***Recently acquired from on old Rhode Island Family Estate. Price: $675.00 |
| | A VERY NICE EARLY 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN SAILOR-CARVED & I'D (ERNEST MILLER) POWDER HORN, ca. 1810: In overall fine condition with a light-colored, naturally curved, large-size, cow horn body. Retains smooth, polished and patinated, light golden-honey-yellow to brown colored outer surfaces with an integrally carved, tapered "Bottle Nose" type pouring-spout with a collared mouth. Finely turned and carved, hardwood (walnut?) convex, base-plug with its brass loop -- for a suspension-cord. In overall fine condition with light sings of use and wear. The body adorned with engraved & inked (scrimshaw) depictions of exotic animals, trees, birds and a Mermaid. Also, carved with a "Ernest Miller" owner's inscription/name, in 19th Century Style block characters. A very nice example of an Early 19th Century American Sailor-Carved & I'D Powder Horn, ca. 1810. Overall length, approx. 16". For similar examples and additional information, please see Tom Grinslade's: "Powder Horns...". Price: $1,875.00 |
| | A VERY FINE QUALITY LARGE-SIZE LANCASTER, Co. (PENNSYLVANIA) "KENTUCKY RIFLE" POWDER HORN, ca. 1780-1800: In overall very fine+/near excellent untouched condition with choice, smooth & untouched, naturally curved, light-brown-colored, cow horn body with golden-toned honey-yellow-to-brown outer surfaces. Finely shaved, polished and carved outer contours with an integrally carved and tapered pouring-spout with a ringed-neck base with its side-mounted iron suspension-cord-loop. The collared mouth of classic Lancaster, Co. Pennsylvania form. Very Finely turned and carved, hardwood (Maple?) convex, base-plug with finely turned borders and its center with an iron loop -- for a suspension cord. In overall very fine+ untouched condition with only the lightest sings of use and wear. A very fine quality and well made example of an Early & Large Size Lancaster, County Powder Horn, ca. 1780-1810. Overall length, approx. 14 1/2". For similar examples and additional information, please see Tom Grinslade's: "Powder Horns...", pg. 131 & Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $1,275.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN PRIMING HORN w/ OWNER-“IA” INSCRIBED WOODEN BASE, ca. 1770: In overall very good untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original wooden peg-fastened, carved, rounded, hardwood (butternut?) base-plug with “IA” carved owner’s initials. The neck of the horn inscribed with matching initials and carved with a rounded retaining-ring for a suspension chord: the spout-plug missing. In overall very good untouched condition with light sings of use and wear and some expected minor scuffs, hairlines and abrasions: the base with matching untouched smooth surfaces and sharp owner’s initials, in classic 18th Century type characters. A very nice example of a well made American Revolutionary War Period Priming Horn, ca. 1770. Overall length, 9". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution. Price: $575.00 |
| | A RARE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD POWDER HORN w/ NICELY TURNED BASE & BRASS & IRON MOUNTED SPRING CUT-OFF, ca. 1770: In overall fine untouched condition with finely toned natural cow horn surfaces. Very nicely patinated, Straw to dark-brown-orange-colored, smooth & untouched cow horn body with dark highlights and minor surface-abrasions. Finely carved pouring-spout with its original spring-operated, sheet-brass & iron powder cut-off with its original spring and brass retaining-pins. Untouched, mustard-colored, brass surfaces; and the sides of the body with their original, iron, screw-eyes-- for the attachment of a suspension-cord. Original, wrought-iron nail-fastened, slightly concave hardwood endcap/base-plug with light surface oxidation and fine wooden surfaces. In overall fine untouched condition with smooth and untouched dark-brown-colored wooden surfaces and is complete with its original, finely lathe-turned, screw-type, wooden knob finial-- for refilling the horn. In overall fine untouched condition with light signs of use, minor abrasions and signs of use. A finely made American Revolutionary War Period English/American Brass Mounted Powder Horn w/ Spring-Operated spout-cover, ca. 1770. Overall length, 17". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Price: $1,575.00 |
| | A FINE RARE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MUSKET TYPE "BUCK & BALL" GANG-TYPE BULLET MOLD, ca. 1770: In overall fine untouched condition. Of Colonial American "gang mold" design with a nicely cast & hinged, two-piece, brass body. The top of the mold with four (4) counter-sunk, circular entry-ports for accepting molten lead. Casts a total of Four (4) Musket balls, ranging in size from approx. .70-.50 caliber. Of two piece construction with its original central iron pinned hinge. In overall fine condition with smooth untouched brass surfaces and a dark-mustard-toned age-patina. Some expected signs of use and scattered discoloration. Of Mid-18th Century Colonial American make, as is of small/compact size and made without a sprue-cutter. In overall fine untouched condition and a rare example of a Colonial American/American Revolutionary War Period Soldier's Buck & Ball "Gang-Type Bullet Mold", ca. 1770. The type of "Bullet Mold" often used, to great effect, by American Soldiers, during the Revolutionary War to increase the lethality of a Smoothbore Musket by adding to the number of projectiles that could be fired in a single shot. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Overall length, 5 1/4“. Price: $1,575.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD 18TH CENTURY AMERICAN (PISTOL/BUCK-SHOT) BULLET MOLD, ca. 1770-1800: In overall very good+ condition and of early scissors-type design and made with faceted jaws and without a sprue-cutter: approximately .30 caliber. Retains untouched smooth surfaces with scattered discoloration and signs of use. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Scissor-Type Bullet-Mold, ca. 1770-1800. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Overall length, 4 1/2". Price: $375.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD+ EARLY 19th CENTURY ENGLISH ALL-STEEL COMBINATION POWDER & SHOT "QUICK-LOADER", ca. 1790-1820: In overall very good+ untouched condition and of early 19th Century English "Probin Pattern" design. Made entirely of steel with a hollow, tapered, cylindrical shaped body with an internal partition for the separation of a pre-measured gunpowder & Lead-Shot charge with two spring-retained, hinged, lid-tops. The exterior with thread engraved accents and smooth steel surfaces. In overall very good+ untouched condition with gunmetal-colored, generally smooth, steel surfaces with the expected light sings of use and wear. Some minor age/gunpowder-stains and retains an untouched age-patina. A very nice example of an English All-Steel Powder & Shot Flask/Carrier, ca. 1820. Overall length, 3 1/2". Price: $150.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD & RARE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD LARGE-SIZE POWDER HORN w/ BRASS & IRON MOUNTED SPRING CUT-OFF, ca. 1770: Of likely New England or Mid-Atlantic make; and likely made for a Wall-Gun or small Artillery piece. In overall very good+ untouched condition with finely toned natural cow horn surfaces. Very nicely patinated, light straw to dark-brown -colored, smooth & untouched cow horn body with dark highlights and minor surface-abrasions and tight hairlines. Somewhat crudely made (Colonial American) spring and heavy-gauge Sheet-Brass & Iron pouring-spout with its original spring-operated powder cut-off with a single copper-alloy retaining-pin. Age-patinated, mustard-colored, brass surfaces with dark russet-toned iron surfaces, en suite. The base of the pouring-spout and end-cap with their original, brass screw-eyes-- for the attachment of a suspension-cord. Heavy sheet-brass end-cap/base- with matching untouched brass surfaces and nicely scalloped and pierced decorative borders. The end of the base with its carved and turned, screw-type, hardwood knob finial-- for refilling the horn. In overall very good+ untouched condition with nicely oxidized age-patinated surfaces and expected signs of use: scattered minor abrasions and tight hairlines. A very well made American Revolutionary War American Brass & Iron Mounted Powder Horn w/ Spring-Operated spout-cover, ca. 1770. ***The type of Powder Horn often used with a large Musket/Wall-Gun or a Small Cannon/Artillery-Piece. Overall length, 18". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Price: $1,950.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN-MADE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN SOLDIER'S WAIST-TYPE CARTRIDGE BOX w/ ITS ORIGINAL LEATHER WAIST-BELT, ca. 1770s: In overall very good+ attic untouched condition with smooth, finely aged, dark-brown-colored, lightly crazed and oxidized, supple, leather surfaces. Of typical American Revolutionary War Period "waist type" design with a curved ergonomic-contoured inner body-- to fit alongside a Soldier's wait. Of leather and tin construction with its original tublar tin cartridge-"tubes" of Two (2) Rows of Twelve (12), .72 caliber, “Charleville” cartridge-holders. Black leather-covered outer surfaces with its original, hand-sewn rectangular Rain-flap with hand-sewn stitching, decorative impressed "pie-crust" borders and matching oxidized and aged, leather surfaces. In overall very good+ attic untouched condition with generally smooth & supple leather surfaces with expected signs of use, scattered crazing and abrasions. The cartridge-tubes with lightly oxidized and aged tinned surfaces with signs of use and age: fine cartridge tubes with lightly oxidized interior surfaces. Very good (hemp?) stitching with tight seams, minor losses and an untouched age-patina. A classic example of a Revolutionary War Period American Soldier's Waist-type Cartridge Box, ca. 1770s. (Box) Measures approx.: 9 3/4" x 3" x 2 1/2". The front of the box with its original, hand-sewn, rectangular, Flint-Pouch with several original Musket Flints. Complete with its Original, hand-sewn, dark-brown-colored, Leather Waist-Belt with matching, attic-untouched, leather surfaces. The belt of classic American Revolutionary War American design with hand-sewn (hemp?) stitching with slightly irregular hand-made outer contours. Retains smooth, supple, leather surfaces and is complete with its matching hand-sewn loop and tongue. The tongue with its original wrought-iron buckle with matching, untouched iron surfaces. In overall very good+ attic-untouched condition with expected signs of use, wear and age. A rare example of a Complete American Revolutionary War Period American Soldier's Cartridge Box & Waist-Belt, ca. 1770s. *** Recently discovered from an Old Coastal/Boston Mass. Area Family Collection. For similar examples and additional information, please see G. C. Neumann's: “Battle Weapons of the American Revolution” & Neumann's & F. Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $3,575.00 |
| | A FINE RARE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MUSKET TYPE SINGLE CAVITY BRASS BULLET MOLD, ca. 1770: In overall fine untouched condition. Of Colonial American single cavity design with a nicely cast & hinged, two-piece, brass body. The top of the mold with a single (1) counter-sunk, circular entry-port-- for accepting molten lead. Casts a single (1) approx. .50 caliber Musket ball. Of two piece construction with its original central iron pinned hinge. In overall fine condition with smooth untouched brass surfaces and a dark-mustard-toned age-patina. Some expected signs of use and scattered discoloration. Of Mid-18th Century Colonial American make, as is of small/compact size and made without a sprue-cutter. In overall fine untouched condition and a rare example of a Colonial American/American Revolutionary War Period Soldier's Musket-type Bullet Mold", ca. 1770. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Overall length, 3 3/4“. Price: $775.00 |
| | A LARGE LATE 19TH CENTURY STAIN-DECORATED EUROPEAN? COW HORN POWDER HORN, ca. 1890: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth straw-colored cow/oxen horn body with an extensive and richly stain-decorated Floral & Leaf pattern over its surfaces. Retains a smooth body untouched, lightly patinated surfaces with light signs of use. Simply carved rounded pouring-spout with a tapered mouth: retains its original brass suspension-chain with its matching turned-brass spout-plug with cork stopper. Of unusual form and design, with its leather-covered flat base-plug with Late 19th Century, “Trade-type”, Brass-Plated Steel tack decorations. In overall fine condition with some scattered handling marks and light signs of use and wear. The outer surfaces with an extensive, sepia-toned, stained, leaf and floral decoration of unusual form. Complete with its original brass suspension chain and spout-plug. A large-size and impressive European? Late Period Powder Horn, ca. 1890. Overall length, 21”. Price: $500.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD & LARGE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN ARTILLERYMAN'S/CANNONEER'S or QUARTERMASTER'S "RESERVIOR TYPE" POWDER HORN w/ FOLK-ART TYPE CHIP-CARVED BASE, ca. 1770: In overall very good untouched condition with sharp contours, scattered abrasions and richly toned horn and chip-carved, hardwood surfaces. Straw-yellow to dark-brown-colored, naturally curved, Very Large-sized cow horn body with an integrally carved pouring-spout-collar with a faceted and slab-side-carved neck of early Colonial American form. Retains its large-size, carved, hardwood spout-plug, en suite. Numerous, wooden, securing-pegs and complete with its original finely chip-carved convex (walnut?) base-plug with choice surfaces and extensive geometric/triangular pattern chip carved accents of "Pie-Crust" design. The base with its original, central, embossed brass & iron boss and the side of the horn with its large brass ring with a "pie-crust" embossed brass base-plate-- for attachment to a suspension cord. In overall very good untouched condition with the expected signs of wear and military use. Retains sharp contours with some scattered abrasions, minor surface-laminations, tight hairlines/old repairs and nicely toned, horn and wood surfaces. Fine base-plug, en suite with its early, Folk-Art, chip-carved, "Pie Crust" motif of traditional 18th Century New England/Mid-Atlantic design. A rare example of an American Revolutionary War Period Very Large Size Cannoneer's/Artilleryman's or Quartermaster's "Reservoir Type" Powder Horn, ca. 1770. Overall length, approx. 21 1/2" Capacity approx. 2 1/2 lbs. ***The type of Large size Powder Horn often used by Artillerymen/Cannoneers to prime a Cannon's vent/touchhole, or used by Field Quartermasters, as a "Reservoir Horn" to refill several Musketeer's/Infantryman's Powder Horns, during Battle. A Very Large, Decoratively & Folkish Carved, American Revolutionary War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1770. From an old Pennsylvania Collection. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $1,575.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD & RARE FRENCH & INDIAN/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN SOLDIER-INSCRIBED & I'D (THEODOSE LaMOUTTE) POWDER HORN, ca. 1760: In overall very good untouched condition and of likely New England/Mid-Atlantic mid-18th Century American make. Dark-straw-black-colored, naturally curved, medium/large-size, cow horn body with smooth, polished and age-patinated, staw-to- honey-yellow to dark-brown-black-colored surfaces with a long and graceful finely carved and tapered, Slab-Sided pouring-spout with a raised-carved double-ring type susepension-cord-collar of traditional mid-18th Century Colonial American form. Finely engraved, in typical 18th Century stylized Cursive Script letters, on its side with a "Theodose Lamoutte" owner's name. (According to "Mass. Soldiers & Sailors of the American Revolution", there are several members of the LaMotte/LaMoutte" family, who served in the American Revolution). Finely carved, convex, hardwood (walnut?) base-plug with matching untouched surfaces, its original square-cut retaining-nails and its iron suspension-cord ring. In overall very good intouched condition with the expected sings of use and wear and exposure: the body with generally smooth dark-colored, horn surfaces with light scattered abrasions, surface oxidation, a fine age-patina, signs of use a an old tight hairline, torwards its base. A very nice example of a Mid-18th Century French & Indian/American Revolution Colonial American Soldier-Inscribed & I'D Musket-type Powder Horn, ca. 1760. Overall length, approx. 16". For similar examples and additional information, please see Tom Grinslade's: "Powder Horns...". ***Recently discovered in Fairfield, Connecticut. Price: $2,575.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD MID 19TH CENTURY/AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD BARREL-FORM YELLOWARE FLASK/CANTEEN, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition smooth, nicely glazed, ceramic surfaces. Of classic "Runlet"/"Barrel" form with simulated "staves" and "hoops" and finely crafted smooth outer surfaces with integral oval-shaped end-plugs, en suite. In very good untouched condition and of small "Rum" type size. The yelloware body with its original pouring-hole with an old cork stopper. Retains untouched, smooth & finely glazed surfaces with expected oxidation, handling marks, scuffs/abrasions and signs of use. Made with an integral suspension loop with two piercings for a suspension-cord. A classic example of an American Civil War Period "Runlet"-form Yelloware Flask/Canteen, ca. 1850; and the type of small "canteen" often used by Confederate Soldiers, both in the Field & at Encampments, etc. Recently acquired from a Mass. Collection. Overall length, 6 1/2" diameter, 3 1/2”. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic’s: “Collector’s Illustrated Encyclopedia…”. Price: $375.00 |
| | A MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN RIFLE-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1830-1850: In overall fair+ untouched condition. Dark green/black colored cow horn body with a very good natural curve and its original nail-fastened, flat, wood base-plug: the neck missing its wooden/brass? pouring-spout. In overall fair+ untouched condition with general sings of use and wear; and paint-stains, chips and abrasions, at the base. The wooden plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and scattered roughness and age-stains. Overall length, 11”. Price: $75.00 |
| | A RARE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE TEPPO TYPE CARVED WOODEN POWDER FLASK, ca. 1780-1800: In overall fine untouched condition and of traditional Japanese circular form. Of large size with a flatten, two-piece, wooden body of the form associated with Japanese Matchlock Rifles/Teppos, ca. 1780-1800. Carved & turned, wooden (Mulberry? ) two-piece body with both sides decorated with wrought-iron dome-head nails, in a circular pattern: one side with a central chrysanthemum embossed nail head of traditional Japanese form. A braided silk-covered seam and is complete with its black lacquered pouring-spout with its original carved wooden stopper with its iron suspension-ring. In overall fine untouched condition with light sings of use and age, scattered light abrasions, tight hairlines and minor loss of lacquer. Complete and original. A very nice example of an original 18th/Early 19th Century Japanese Matchlock Rifle/Teppo-type Powder-Flask, ca. 1780-1800. Overall length, approx. 6 3/4” Diameter: approx. 4 1/2”. Price: $775.00 |
| | A FINE & HISTORIC MEXICAN WAR PERIOD ENGRAVED POWDER HORN w/ (GENERAL SANTA ANNA) "PROVENANCE", ca. 1840s: A finely-crafted Southwestern/Mexican type Rifleman’s Powder horn with a finely carved & turned and tapered, dark-colored, medium-size, cow-horn body. In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours and richly toned horn and hardwood surfaces. Natural, straw-brown to black-brown colored, curved, medium-sized horn body with its relief-carved and tapered, turned pouring-spout with slab/coffin-type sides and a double-ring suspension-cord base. The convex, hardwood (Osage Orange?) base-plug with its brass suspension-cord-post. (An Old, Paper, Museum Collection Tag affixed to the base-plug with a handwritten: "ALL.NO. 3289 (Inventory Number)/"POWDER HORN"/of GEN. SANTA ANNA"). {Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna 1794-1876, was the famous/infamous Mexican General & Statesman who is best known for his involvement, at the Siege & Massacre of Texan Insurgents, at the "Battle of the Alamo", in 1836. He also, was the leading Mexican General in charge, during the Mexican American war 1846-1848.} (For additional information, please see: Antonio López de Santa Anna - Wikipedia.) Extensively Scrimshawed & Engraved horn body with Floral vine Scrolls and various depictions of Plants, Palm Trees, Scorpions, Centipedes, Cactus, etc. Very fine quality etchings of mid-19th Century “Folkish” design. The base-plug with its original square-shank, rose-head-nail, securing tacks and its brass stud -- for a suspension cord. In overall fine untouched condition with choice, smooth cow-horn surfaces and light signs of use, minor abrasions, hairlines and wear. Nicely carved body and slab-sided pouring-spout with oxidized/age-toned, smooth, horn surfaces: the wooden spout-plug, en suite. A Very Rare & Historic example of an American Southwestern/Mexican Rifleman's Powder Horn with "General Santa Anna" "Provenance": Should be researched further. Overall length, approx. 10". ***Recently Acquired From an Old New England Collection. A similar style Powder Horn is housed, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in NYC (Accession Number: 89.4.1144). Price: $3,575.00 |
| | A VERY FINE LANCASTER, Co. (PENNSYLVANIA) "KENTUCKY RIFLE" POWDER HORN w/ "BOTTLE NOSE" POURING-SPOUT, ca. 1780-1800: In overall very fine untouched condition. Naturally curved, light-colored, cow horn body with a finely patinated, light golden honey yellow to brown colored outer surfaces. Delicately shaved and carved contours with an integrally carved, tapered "Bottle Nose" type pouring-spout with its side-mounted iron suspension-cord-loop and a collared mouth of classic Lancaster, Co. Pennsylvania form. Finely turned and carved, hardwood (buttnernut wood?) convex, base-plug with its distinctive Lancaster type "roped" borders and its iron loop -- for a suspension cord. In overall very fine+ untouched condition with only the lightest sings of use and wear. A very nice example of a Classic Early Lancaster, County American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1780-1810. Overall length, approx. 14". For similar examples and additional information, please see Tom Grinslade's: "Powder Horns...", pg. 131 & Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $1,150.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD MID 20TH CENTURY EUROPEAN (RUSSIAN?) DRINKING HORN, ca. 1950: In overall very good clean condition. Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curved end-spout with its floral-embossed white metal mounts: the mouth with a floral scroll and beaded pattern, embossed collar and the base-tip with a matching terminal: complete with its white metal suspension-chain and missing its finial. In overall very good clean condition with light sings of use: bright/polished horn and metal surfaces and complete with its suspension-chain. A classic example of late style 20th Century European/Russian Drinking Horn, ca. 1950. Overall length, approx. 10". Price: $100.00 |
| | A FINE QUALITY 20th CENTURY SILVER MOUNTED AMERICAN INDIAN-STYLE POWDER HORN, Dtd. 1975: In overall fine condition. The nicely carved light colored, yellow/gray colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, an integral, nicely-carved end-spout and its scroll engraved silver base-plug with a raised finial. The base of the horn with a “MAY 1975” date and its neck with a rounded collar. Fitted with its matching, engraved, silver, pouring-spout with a friction-fitted silver powder-measure, engraved en suite. In overall fine condition and of fine quality. The horn body with lightly toned smooth surfaces and virtually no age-stains or abrasions. The engraved silver mounts with choice, lightly tarnished, surfaces and sharp engraving. Retains its “American Indian” type rawhide suspension-cord with plastic “Trade Bead” and fringed decorations. A very nice example of a fine quality 20th Century American Indian type Powder Horn, Dtd. 1975. Overall length, approx. 12". Price: $250.00 |
| | A FINE 19th CENTURY SMALL-SIZED (PISTOL-TYPE) EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition with a nicely toned, coppery patina, fine seams and expected signs of light wear and use. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with an early type raised scallop-shell design: (Riling No. 316). Fine, untouched, copper-alloy body with smooth surfaces and its original, brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff: very good spring and lever. In overall fine untouched condition with generally smooth surfaces and a lightly toned patina. Sharp detail to the embossed elements with tight seams, no splits or repairs. A nice, American made?, unsigned, small sized, mid 19th century Embossed Copper "Pistol type" Powder Flask, ca. 1850. The type of flask associated with Cased Percussion Pistols. Overall measurements, 4 7/8" x 2". Price: SOLD |
| | A VERY GOOD & SCARCE MID-19TH CENTURY ENGLISH EMBOSSED BRASS/COPPER-ALLOY POWDER "DOG" FLASK, ca. 1850: Of classic mid-19th century English Bag-shape design and of similar design to the Power Flasks associated with "Remington" Brand Revolvers of the American Civil War Period. Of two-piece, heavy gauge, copper-alloy/brass construction with a plain reverse and a finely embossed Seated Dog above Three Pheasants in a Field vignette design, on its obverse side. Untouched and finely patinated, brass/copper-alloy body with generally smooth lightly toned surfaces, tight seams and some expected signs of use, wear and minor dents. "J. Hawksley/Sheffield" marked, adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its graduated spout and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: the cut-off slightly out of alignment and is complete with its original spring. In very good, untouched, condition with some light scattered age-stains, minor dents and signs of use: Retains three of its four side-mounted suspension-cord loops. The center with a Nicely detailed embossed Seated Dog within a heart-shaped border and its base, additionally adorned with a depiction of Three Rooster Pheasants in a Field. A fine quality mid-19th Century English Embossed Copper Alloy Powder Flask, ca. 1850. (Similar to Riling's Nos. 874, 935, 936, etc.). Overall measurements, 8" x 3 3/4". Price: $395.00 |
| | A FINE QUALITY MID 19TH CENURY ENGLISH PLAIN COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: Of typical Mid-19th century, English bag-shaped form. Of very good quality (Sheffield) manufacture with a heavy gauge, smooth, untouched & patinated copper body. The top of the flask with its brass pouring-spout with three (3) steps and its internally mounted spring-operated powder cut-off. The base with a “J.W. HAWKSLEY\SHEFFIELD” maker’s mark; and the cut-off spring is broken. In overall very good untouched condition. The body with dark copper surfaces with all four (4) of its iron (rusted & pitted) suspension-loops, fine seams, scattered abrasions, minor dents and the expected signs of use\wear. A nice example of a mid-19th Century English (Sheffield made) Powder Flask, by Hawksley, ca. 1850. Overall measurements, 9 1/2" x 5". Purported to be from the Estate Collection of Former US Congressional Representative, William Harsha. Price: $200.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD 19th CENTURY AMERICAN LARGE-SIZE POWDER HORN, ca. 1840: In overall good+ untouched condition. The Light, greenish-tan-colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout with a countersunk pouring-mouth of American Mid-Western 19th Century form. Original iron-nail-fastened, flat, hardwood (walnut?) base-plug. The base of the horn with a central screw-eye (rusted-thru/broken) for the original? Rawhide suspension cord. In overall very good untouched condition with light sings of use and wear. The wooden base-plug with smooth dark-colored wooden surfaces and the body with sharp contours and smooth surfaces. A nice example of a Large-size Mid-19th Century American Powder Horn, ca. 1840. Overall length, 15". Price: $175.00 |
| | A FINE & UNTOUCHED AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN POWDER HORN w/ FINELY CARVED POURING-SPOUT & "GOD'S-EYE" CARVED BASE, ca. 1770: In overall fine+ untouched condition with sharp contours and richly toned horn and hardwood surfaces. Straw-yellow to dark-brown-colored, naturally curved, medium-sized cow horn body with an integral, crosshatch-carved, turned pouring-spout-collar and its large-size, flush-fitting, incised carved, hardwood (walnut?) base-plug. Retains its original square-shank, rosehead, securing-tacks and its original iron staple -- for a suspension cord. In overall fine untouched condition with the expected light sings of use and wear. Light scuffs, minor abrasions and nicely toned, smooth, horn and wood surfaces. The base-plug, en suite with a finely incised-carved/scribed "God's-eye" motif of traditional 18th Century New England/Mid-Atlantic design. Retains fine contours with some minor expected abrasions and signs of use/wear. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1770 with a finely crafted & carved base & collar. Overall length, approx. 12 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $1,175.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD ANTE-BELLUM PERIOD AMERICAN "KENTUCKY RIFLE" POWDER HORN w/ HAND-CARVED SPOUT, ca. 1830: In overall very good untouched condition. The brown/tan colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a nicely carved integral pouring-spout and its original round and square-nail-fastened, flat, hardwood base-plug with crudely carved “CS” initials. In overall very good untouched condition with general sings of use and wear and some expected scuffs and abrasions. The base with untouched, deeply oxidized, wooden surfaces with some scattered abrasions. A nice example of an American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1830. Overall length, 9 1/4". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution".. Price: $200.00 |
| | A FINE AMERICAN "KENTUCKY RIFLEMAN'S" LANCASTER, Co. (PENNSYLVANIA) "DAY TYPE" POWDER HORN, ca. 1780-1800: In overall fine untouched condition. Light golden honey yellow to dark greenish-brown-colored, naturally curved, medium-small sized, cow horn body with finely carved outer contours with smooth surfaces and a thread-engraved turned base. An integrally carved pouring-spout with a finely turned ringed-collared mouth and its original carved wooden stopper. Complete with its original side-mounted iron suspension-cord-loop and its finely turned and carved, convex, hardwood (walnut?) base-plug with a distinctive Lancaster type "roped/pie-crust" border and its original iron loop -- for a suspension cord. In overall fine untouched condition with only light sings of use and wear: some scuffs minor abrasions and hairlines. A very nice example of a Lancaster, County American Rifleman's "Day Type" Powder Horn, ca. 1780-1810. Overall length, approx. 9". For similar examples and additional information, please see Tom Grinslade's: "Powder Horns...", pg. 131 & Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution"". Price: $850.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN PISTOL-SIZE PRIMING/POWDER HORN w/ HAND-CARVED POURING-SPOUT, ca. 1800: In overall fine untouched condition. The dark brown/green/tan colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a finely chip-carved pouring-spout. Complete with its pin-fastened, flat/flush-fitting, hardwood (Cherry?) base-plug. In overall fine untouched condition with light sings of use and wear and some expected minor scuffs: the base with matching untouched smooth surfaces. A very nice example of an American Pistol-size Priming/Powder Horn, ca. 1800. Overall length, 7". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $100.00 |
| | A GOOD MID-19TH CENTURY EMBOSSED ZINC POWDER FLASK w/ STAG MOTIF, ca. 1850: Of typical mid-19th century, design, with a two piece embossed zinc body, mounted with its two (2) brass suspension-loops. Nicely toned, graduated brass priming spout and base with a graduated spout. Internal spring-operated powder-cut-off with its original spring. In overall good+ functional condition with untouched pewter-gray surfaces with fine seams, some dents and compressions. Complete with its original components throughout. Both sides of the body with a finely embossed Standing Deer Motif. A very nice American? Made mid-19th Century zinc powder flask, ca. 1850. Overall measurements, 7 1/2" x 3 1/2". Price: $150.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT FLASK/BAG, ca. 1860: In overall very good untouched condition. Light-colored, supple, (pig’s-skin?) leather body made of two (2) separate and sewn, halves: fine seams with tight stitching. Of bag shaped form. Complete with its original, screw-fastened, graduated, brass pouring-spout with a “CAPWELL” maker’s mark. In overall very good untouched condition with supple, lightly crazed, leather surfaces. Surface abrasions, crazing and very good stitches/seams: the base with its iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout. A nice example of mid to late 19th century Bag-Form Leather shot-flask, ca. 1860. Price: $80.00 |
| | A VERY NICE LATE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD POWDER HORN, ca. 1780: Of likely New England or Mid-Atlantic make; and in overall very good+ untouched condition. Straw to dark-brown-colored, smooth & untouched cow horn body with dark highlights and minor surface-abrasions. Finely carved pouring-spout with an integral colar for the braided hemp? suspension-cord. Complete with its original, wrought-iron nail-fastened, slightly convex, hardwood end-cap/base-plug with surface oxidation and age stains. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth and untouched surfaces, some expected signs of use, minor abrasion and hairlines. A very nicely made American Revolutionary War/War of 1812 Period Mid-Size Powder Horn, ca. 1780. Overall length, 12". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Price: $650.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD GROUPING of THREE (3) EARLY/MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN POWDER HORNS, ca. 1780-1850: In overall net good+ to very good untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn bodies with a fine natural curves and simply carved pouring-spouts: one horn missing its spout. The large-size (Musket-type) Horn of possible Revolutionary War Era manufacture with a large, convex, wooden-peg-fastened, base plug with light colored wooden (Maple?)surfaces. Complete with its? Priming/pistol-size Horn, ca. 1790 with matching, light colored, “straw” surfaces and its rose-head-nail-fastened, flat base-plug. The third horn of mid-19th Century American Rifleman’s design and is fitted with its engine-turned, round, brass, base-plug (missing several of its iron securing-nails). In overall very good condition with light straw colored, natural cow horn bodies, some general sings of use and wear: chips, cracks and abrasions. A very nice grouping of American Powder Horns, spanning from the late Revolutionary War Period to the Early Civil War, ca. 1780-1850. Overall length, 17" (Musket Horn), 8” (Pistol/Priming Horn) & 8” (Mid-19th Century Horn). Price: $575.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD AMERICAN POWDER HORN, ca. 1760: In overall very good untouched condition. The light green/tan-brown colored, untouched, naturally curved cow horn body with a simply carved and large-size, turned pouring-spout with a rounded collar for the attachment of a suspension-cord. The base-end of the horn, of early type configuration with an integrally carved, pierced, overhanging “lip”-- for the cord. In very good untouched condition with some minor old abrasions and expected signs of use/wear. Complete with its original, Square-head-nail-fastened, flush-fitting, hardwood (Maple?) base-plug with carved “H.M.” owner’s initials. The expected sings of use and wear; and the base plug with finely oxidized untouched surfaces with some scattered abrasions. A very nice example of an Early American Colonial/French & Indian War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1760. Overall length, approx. 10". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic’s: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Price: $475.00 |
| | A VERY RARE & HISTORIC AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR BATTLE OF BROOKLYN "AUG. 27, 1776" DATED, SOLDIER INSCRIBED/CARVED AMERICAN LARGE MUSKET-SIZE POWDER HORN, Dtd. 1776: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth golden-brown toned, horn and wooden surfaces. Of Large/Musket-size and a very nicely crafted New England/Mid-Atlantic style Colonial American Powder Horn with a carved and naturally tapered, light-colored, cow horn body. In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours and lightly toned horn and hardwood surfaces with minor scattered handling marks and expected signs of use. Golden Straw to light-brown colored, naturally curved, smooth, Large-sized cow horn body with a nicely carved and tapered pouring-spout with an integrally raised carved collar-- for the attachment of a suspension-cord and fitted with its carved hardwood stopper. Original, molded and carved, Reddish-brown-colored, (Cherry wood?) Convex, hardwood base-plug with its hand carved wooden securing-pegs. Of early design, as the base-edge of the horn with a pierced, scallop-shell carved, integral, overhanging attachment-edge (chipped) for a suspension-cord. An original Soldier-Carved "A.W./1776/AUG. 27" (Battle of Brooklyn) inscription, of traditional Colonial American form with early style hand carved characters. ***The Battle of Brooklyn & Long Island, New York, August 27, 1776, was at the time, the largest Battle fought, in North America with over 30,000 participants. It also, was the first major Battle after America's Declaration of Independence, on July 4, 1776. The Battle of Brooklyn was, however, a serious American defeat, with 300+ casualties, 1,000 captures and the near loss of the Continental Army, which was only saved by George Washington's strategic retreat and escape. It proved to be a foreshadowing of the severity of the hostilities, to come during the War. (Please see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Long_Island & https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/brooklyn). In overall fine untouched condition with expected signs of use and wear. Fine body with a nicely carved pouring-spout and deeply toned smooth horn surfaces: clear Soldier Carved Engravings with light wear, abrasions, scuffs and signs of age. A Very Rare & Historic example of an American Revolutionary War Battle of Brooklyn Dated (Aug. 27, 1776) Powder Horn with its original Soldier-carved Engraving. The "A.W." owner's initials should be further researched so that the possible original owner/carver, could be identified. Overall length, approx. 22". Price: SOLD |
| | A VERY GOOD MID-19TH CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED ZINC POWDER FLASK & CORD, ca. 1850: Of typical mid-19th century Bag-shape design and of medioum size. Both sides with a finely embossed Standing Stag/Deer design (Riling No. 965 & 968). Untouched, lead-gray-colored, two-piece body with untouched, deeply toned & oxidized (stable) zinc surfaces and fine/tight seams without separations: a minor dent, at the base. Unmarked, adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its graduated spout and an internal spring-operated powder cutoff: defective spring. In very good, untouched, condition with scattered age-stains and expected signs of use. A Nicely detailed embossed Stag within a tree border decoration. Retains both of its original iron suspension-cord-rings and its original braided dark-green-colored cloth (linen?) suspension-cord with matching untouched surfaces. Overall measurements, 7 1/2" x 3 1/2". Price: $225.00 |
| | A FINE COLONIAL/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN POWDER HORN w/ FINELY TURNED CONVEX BASE, ca. 1750-1770: In overall fine+ untouched condition with sharp contours and richly toned light-colored cow-horn and hardwood surfaces. Straw-yellow to dark-brown-colored, naturally curved, medium-sized cow horn body with an integrally carved long-neck pouring-spout-collar and its bulbous, turned & carved, convex, hardwood (walnut?) base-plug. Retains its original square-shank, rosehead, securing-tacks and an iron staple -- for a suspension cord. In overall fine+ untouched condition with light sings of use and wear. Several scuffs, minor abrasions and nicely toned, smooth, horn and wooden surfaces. The base-plug, en suite with a finely turned and carved bulbous base-plug of traditional 18th Century Pennsylvania/Mid-Atlantic design. Sharp contours with minor abrasions and light signs of use/wear. A very nice example of a Colonial/American Revolutionary War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1750-1770 with a finely crafted bulbous base of Early design. Overall length, approx. 13 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $1,250.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD COLONIAL AMERICAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN-MADE PATCH-KNIFE w/ MAPLE GRIP, ca. 1770-1800: In overall very good untouched condition and of Colonial American Blacksmith make. The, 3", Single-edge blade of heavy & tapered form (likely made from a recycled file, as was typical of the period) with a reinforced spine, a very sharp cutting-edge and a fine point/tip. In very good untouched condition with smooth dark-steel-gray-colored steel, surfaces, sharp edges and very good contours. Molded and carved, Maple grip with a lightly striped grain-pattern and smooth untouched wooden surfaces. Very good grip with some expected handling marks and signs of use and age. Fitted with its original sheet-brass pommel-cap and ferrules. In overall very good untouched condition and very nice example of a Colonial/American Revolutionary War Period American-made Soldier’s Patch-Knife, ca. 1770-1800. ***The type of Small Knife often carried by American soldiers during the Revolutionary War, as a utility tool, a side-arm, a paring-knife and for cutting patches for use with a Rifle. For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's & F., Kravic's: "The Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution" & G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Overall length, 6 1/4". Price: $250.00 |
| | A SCARCE COLONIAL AMERICAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MAGAZINE-SIZE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth, mellowed and nicely aged, naturally toned, dark cow/ox horn surfaces. The body, of large size "magazine horn" dimensions and fitted with its original woden-peg-fastened base-plug with an iron “screw” for a suspension-cord. The base with richly oxidized convex surfaces and the spout-end with an integrally carved, turned ring with faceted neck. A very large pouring-end/mouth— as is typical of Magazine Horns. A scarce Colonial/Revolutionary War Period Magazine-size Power Horn, ca. 1770. In overall fine untouched condition with a pleasing, richly toned age-patina, some scattered handling marks and expected signs of use and wear: the base with minor scuffs, abrasions, some wear and staining. A large and decorative American Powder horn, ca. 1770. Overall length, approx. 18". Price: $1,225.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD LATE 19th/EARLY 20TH CENTURY RUSSIAN/SCANDINAVIAN DRINKING HORN, ca. 1890: In overall very good untouched condition. Of large size and traditional Northern/Eastern European form with a nicely toned, honey, straw & black colored cow horn body. A fine natural curve with a pointed tip and the "mouth" with its original wood & cork stopper (some wear & shrinkage to the cork stopper). Plain white metal (nickel silver) band fittings/mounts with two brass suspension-rings and its decorative rawhide lashings: the base-ring with an engraved "G" owner's initial, in Gothic script. In overall very good untouched condition with general sings of use, age and wear. The inner surfaces, en suite with heavy surface patination/oxidation. Some scattered handling marks and expected abrasions. A nice example of a late 19th/early Untouched deeply toned natural surfaces. Of large size with an overall length, approx. 25”. A nice example of a late 19th/early 20th Century Russian/Scandinavian Drinking Horn, ca. 1890. Price: $200.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD+ & SCARCE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD COW HORN POWDER-MEASURE, ca. 1770: In overall very good+ untouched condition and made from the tip of a Cow Horn. The dark yellow-brown-colored, natural cow horn body with a finely drilled tip. In overall very good+ untouched condition with the expected sings of use and wear. Finely oxidized horn surfaces with some minor age/gunpowder-stains and a deep age-patina. A very nice example of a scarce and original American Revolutionary War Period Powder-Measure, ca. 1770. Overall length, 3 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". ***Recently acquired from an old Mass. Estate Collection. . Price: $750.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD 19th CENTURY AMERICAN INDIAN WAR PERIOD OWNER-INSCRIBED POWDER HORN, dtd. 1876: In overall very good condition with smooth, lightly toned and yellowed, pressed, cow horn surfaces and its matching, adjustable and graduated, brass pouring-spout. Commercial type, adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its functional spring cut-off and its original external spring. The convex wooden base-plug of with a fine untouched patina and generally smooth lightly oxidized surfaces. In overall very good condition with some incest-damage to the body. Retains smooth lightly toned surfaces with some wear handling marks and abrasions. The base of the horn with a “H.T.V.B” owner’s initials and an 1876 date. Brass spout with an untouched, mustard, age-patina and signs of use/wear. A nice example of an Owner-inscribed Powder Horn/Flask, ca. 1870s. Overall length, 10". Price: $250.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD RABBIT EMBOSSED ZINC POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of typical, small size, mid-19th century, design, with a two piece embossed zinc body mounted with both of its original iron suspension loops. Nicely toned, brass priming spout (missing graduated sleeve) and the base with an exposed spring-operated powder-cut-off-- the spring broken. In overall very good condition with all original components and tight seams throughout. The embossed body with a nicely detailed Running/Leaping Rabbit motif with generally smooth zinc surfaces and a gray toned patina without significant surface oxidation or roughness. A very nice embossed zinc powder flask, ca. 1860. Overall length, 6 1/2". Price: $155.00 |
| | A FINE MID 19TH CENTURY EMBOSSED LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall Very Fine+ untouched condition. Supple, lightly aged, leather body made of two separate and sewn, halves (excellent stitching): the obverse side embossed with a sharply detailed hanging game scene with a seated dog. The top with its original, graduated, spring-operated, brass pouring-spout with its original spring, etc. In overall very fine+ untouched condition with supple, dark reddish-brown, leather surfaces with virtually no abrasions, crazing. Very fine stitches/seams and the base with its iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original, adjustable, brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A nice example of mid to late 19th century English? Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1850. Price: $150.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD MID 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1860: In overall very good untouched condition. The tanned, dark-brown-colored, supple, leather body made of two (2) separate and sewn, halves: good seams with minor frays/separation of the stitching: sting repair, at the base of the spout. Original, screw-fastened, graduated, brass pouring-spout with a spring-operated cut-off: the neck of the spout with an “AM. CAP & FLASK Co.” marking for the noted manufacturer of Waterbury, Conn. In overall very good untouched condition with supple, leather surfaces. Some minor abrasions, crazing. The base with a torn leather suspension-loop. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A well-made mid to late 19th century American Leather shot-flask, ca. 1860. Price: $100.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD MID-19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT FLASK w/ EMBOSSED DOG, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. Lightly aged, red/brown colored, two-piece, leather body with tightly sewn seams. Deeply embossed, on both sides with a nicely detailed Hunting Dog Scene. The top with its original, graduated, spring-operated, brass pouring-spout with its original spring, etc. The side of the pouring-spout with an “AM-FLASK & CAP” marking of the noted 19th century American Gun-Flask-maker of Waterbury, Conn. In overall very good untouched condition with supple, smooth, brown, leather surfaces with fine stitches/seams: the base missing its leather & iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original, adjustable, brass pouring-spout and its push-button lever with spring cut-off. A nice example of mid-19th century American Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1850. Price: $125.00 |
| | A FINE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of typical mid-19th century design with a two piece fluted and embossed copper body. Mounted with its original, four (4), copper pins and its iron suspension-rings: one ring missing. Nicely toned, graduated, brass priming-spout: the base with a clear “AM. CAP & FLASK Co.” marking for the noted manufacturer of Waterbury, Conn. Three-step pouring-spout with its functional, internal, powder-cut-off spring and lever. In fine untouched condition. The body with deeply embossed flutes and smooth, untouched, richly patinated, copper surfaces with some minor handling marks and fine seams. Overall length, 9 1/4". Price: $200.00 |
| | AN EMBOSSED ZINC MID-19th CENTURY POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of typical, medium size, mid-19th century, design, with a two piece embossed zinc body with open seams and missing one of its iron suspension loops. Oxidized, zinc body with an embossed floral motif of both sides and the brass priming spout and base with an exposed spring-operated powder-cut-off-- the spring broken. In overall fair condition with open seams, surface oxidation/roughness and signs of use and wear. Overall length, 7 1/2". Price: $150.00 |
| | A FINE QUALITY MID 19TH CENURY ENGLISH COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: Of typical Mid-19th century, English bag-form. Of fine quality (Sheffield?) manufacture with a heavy gauge, smooth, lacquered copper body. The top of the flask with its Gilded brass pouring-spout with three (3) steps and its original externally mounted spring-operated powder cut-off. Fire-blued spring; and in overall very fine untouched condition. The body with smooth, untouched, copper surfaces with both of suspension-loops, choice seams, and 85% lacquer finish. A very nice example of a classic mid-19th Century English (Sheffield made?) Powder Flask, ca. 1850. Overall measurements, 7 1/2" x 3". Price: $300.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD LATE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR/EARLY WAR OF 1812 PERIOD "PISTOL/DAY TYPE" POWDER HORN, ca. 1770-1800: Of New England (Rhode Island) make and dates to ca. 1780-1800. In overall very good+ "attic untouched" condition with a smooth, richly oxidized and patinated, dark-golden-brown-colored, natural cow horn body with expected signs of use and minor surface-abrasions. A Slab-side-carved pouring-spout with an integral collar for a suspension-cord; and complete with its matching slab-side-carved spout-plug with dark & untouched wooden surfaces. Original, reddish-colored, flat hardwood base-plug with light scattered patches of surface oxidation and age stains. The base of the horn with a finely carved decorative "Pie-Crust" edge border of classic Colonial/Federal Period New England design. In overall very good+ untouched condition with generally smooth and "attic untouched" horn surfaces, some expected signs of use and minor abrasion. A very nicely made Late American Revolutionary War/Early War of 1812 Period Mid-Size Powder Horn, ca. 1780-1800. Overall length, 9". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. ***Recently acquired from on old Rhode Island Family Estate. Price: $475.00 |
| | A FAIR/GOOD MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1860: In overall (net) fair/good untouched condition. “Patent” type, brown, leather body made of two separate and sewn, hollow shells. Torn and separated stitches with smooth, flat-sided, plain, leather body, fitted with its original, iron, pouring-spout: missing its spring. In overall net fair/good condition. The body with smooth, leather surfaces with some minor scuffs and the noted damages to the stitching. Measures 9 1/2" x 4 1/4". Price: $50.00 |
| | A FINE MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1860: In overall fine untouched condition. The tanned, brown-colored, supple, leather body made of two (2) separate and sewn, halves: fine seams with tight stitching. Original, screw-fastened, graduated, brass pouring-spout with a spring-operated cut-off. In overall fine untouched condition with supple, light brown-colored, leather surfaces. Some minor abrasions, crazing and very fine stitches/seams: the base with its iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A very nice example of mid to late 19th century American? Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1860. Price: $100.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD SHELL-EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of typical mid-19th century design with a two piece embossed copper body with a raised “Scallop Shell” motif (Riley # 384 & 390). Mounted with its four (4) suspension-rings and retains an old green-colored cotton cord. Three-step, graduated, brass priming-spout with a clear “AM. CAP & FLASK Co.” marking for the noted 19th Century manufacturer of Waterbury, Conn. In functional order with its original powder-cut-off spring and lever; and in overall very good dark & untouched condition. The body with a deeply patinated, smooth, copper surfaces with some minor handling marks, minor dents and fine seams. Overall length, 8". Price: $125.00 |
| | A GOOD EMBOSSED COPPER ENGLISH CIVIL WAR PERIOD POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of mid-19th century lyre-shaped form with lightly oxidized, finely embossed, copper surfaces with a nicely detailed Basket-weave and Floral vine-scroll design, on both sides. In good condition with three (3) of its four (4) iron suspension-loops and pins. The copper body with richly detailed extensive embossed decorations and deeply toned copper surfaces. Good tight seams and with virtually no dents. Complete with its adjustable, brass pouring-spout: the base with replaced retaining-pins and missing its external spring for the powder cutoff. The side of the pouring-spout with a “J. W. HAWKSLEY” maker’s mark for the famed English maker. A very nice quality and nicely decorated English Powder Flask with a detailed embossed copper body of unusual lyre-form. In overall good condition with generally tight seams with some minor splits. Overall measurements, 8 1/4" x 4". Price: $150.00 |
| | A GOOD NORTH AFRICAN (MOROCCAN/TUNISIAN)IRON MOUNTED WOODEN POWDER FLASK FOR A KABYLE, ca. 1810-1850: Of traditional North African (Moroccan/Tunisian) form with a cylindrical, carved wooden body with untouched lightly oxidized brown-colored surfaces and some obvious signs of use and wear. Russet-colored iron spout & suspension-rings with heavy surface oxidation and sings of hard use. In overall good untouched condition with dry wooden surfaces, various age-cracks, to the body and signs of use and exposure. A nice decorative example of an Early 19th century North African (Moroccan/Tunisian) Powder Flask, of the type associated with Kabyle Rifles, ca. 1800s. Measures 9 1/2" x 3 1/2". Price: $150.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN "PEACE FLASK", ca. 1850: Of Regulation "Peace Flask" design with an embossed, brass, bag-shaped body having a central US-marked shield vignette with a raised Stand of Arms, beneath a pair clasping hands. The body with a generally smooth, dark, untouched patina and tight seams. Fitted with its two (later), triangular, wire suspension loops. Screw-secured, brass, spout base with an external blued steel cut-off spring and a brass cut-off lever (defective). The exterior with some minor handling marks, smooth surfaces, light wear and the expected signs of military handling. The type of powder flask used with late Period US Martial Flintlock & Early Percussion Long-guns. In overall very good generally untouched condition with deeply patinated mustard-toned surfaces, an old solder repair on its bottom edge and the noted damage at the spout-base. A nice example of an American (Mexican War Period) Military Powder Flask, ca. 1850. Overall length 9 1/2". Price: $475.00 |
| | A GOOD MID-19th CENTURY EMBOSSED ZINC POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall good+/very good untouched condition with a lead-gray, zinc age-patina. Good seams and body with signs of light wear, expected dents and patches of discoloration. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with a finely detailed Scallop-shell & Floral Scroll motif. Generally smooth gray surfaces and complete with its original, gilt-brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff and lever. Also, retains its securing-rings and its original/period suspension-cord. In overall good+/very good untouched condition with smooth Zinc surfaces and a deeply toned age-patina. A medium sized, mid-19th century unmarked American Embossed Zinc Powder Flask, ca. 1850. The type of Flask often used with a Percussion Rifle, Fowler or Double Shotgun. Overall measurements, 7 5/8" x 3 1/4". Price: $225.00 |
| | A GOOD EMBOSSED COPPER SCALLOP-SHELL POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860:Of likely American manufacture and of typical, medium size, mid-19th century, design. Light-weight, two piece, embossed, copper-alloy body with very good seams. Mounted with its four (4), side-mounted, iron suspension loops. Graduated brass priming-spout (damaged/missing its end-spout) and base with an external spring-operated powder-cut-off: missing its base-screws, spring, cut-off-lever and the retaining-screw. In fair/good condition (as is). Both sides of the body with a large embossed Scallop Shell & Bush motif, on its base-- of classic mid-19th century American design: (“Riling: No. 366”). Retains untouched, nicely patinated, smooth surfaces with some scattered minor dents and patches of wear. Overall length: 7 3/4”. Price: $75.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1860: In overall very good condition and of likely English or American manufacture. Tanned, light-brown-colored, supple, leather body made of two (2) separate and sewn, halves: very good seams without frays of the stitching. Screw-fastened, adjustable & graduated, brass pouring-spout with its spring-operated cut-off. Missing its collar, at the base of the spout. In overall very good condition with supple, leather surfaces, minor abrasions and light crazing. The base with its leather suspension-loop and iron ring. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A well-made mid to late 19th century likely English or American Leather shot-flask, ca. 1860. Overall length. 8 3/4". Price: $100.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD+ AMERICAN EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of typical mid-19th century design with a two piece, cleaned & polished, embossed copper body with a classic raised “Shell & Bush” motif (Riley # 384 & 390). Mounted with its four (4), iron suspension-rings. Nicely toned, graduated, brass priming-spout with an “AM. CAP & FLASK Co.” marking for the noted manufacturer of Waterbury, Conn. Three-step pouring-spout with its functional, external, powder-cut-off spring and lever. In very good+ cleaned & polished condition. The body with smooth, "bright", copper surfaces with some minor handling marks, dents and fine seams. Overall length, 8". Price: $135.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD LATE 17th/EARLY 18th CENTURY ETCHED & ENGRAVED (GERMAN) COMPRESSED COW-HORN POWDER/PRIMING FLASK, ca. 1670-1700: Made of a single piece of pressed and flattened, carved and engraved cow horn with its original, simply carved, flat, wooden base-plug and its matched carved stopper: several age-cracks and losses of the body, at the base. Carved, (walnut?) base-plug, attached by means of several iron pins/nails. In overall good+ untouched condition with nicely carved and patinated horn surfaces: a finely carved and turned spout-end with a faceted flat horn body of classic mid 17th century form. Etched and engraved with floral sprays, scrolls and with central depictions of mythological animals: the borders with double-thread engravings. Retains untouched, smooth horn & wood surfaces with scattered handling marks, abrasions and signs of use/wear: the noted damage of the horn, at the base. A classic example of a Late 17th/Early 18th Century German Wheelock-Type Powder Flask/Spanner, ca. 1670-1700. overall. Overall length: 11". Price: HOLD |
| | A VERY GOOD EMBOSSED COPPER AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: In overall very good untouched condition with some minor surface dents and patches of discoloration. Of typical mid-19th Century bag-shaped form, with an embossed, raised, fluted pattern and untouched dark copper surfaces. The patinated body with some old compressions and handling marks. Original brass spout with its stepped powder-graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: in functional order with its original components. Unmarked, screw-fastened base's and made without suspension-loops. In overall very good untouched condition with some expected dents and surface compressions, good seams and a fine spout. Overall measurements, 7 1/2" x 3 3/4". Price: $255.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD EMBOSSED COPPER AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of mid-19th century lyre-shaped form with smooth, lightly oxidized, finely embossed, copper surfaces with a nicely detailed Basket-weave and Floral vine-scroll design, on both sides. In fine condition with its four (4) iron suspension-loops and pins. The copper body with richly dewtailed extensive embossed decorations and lightly toned copper surfaces. Fine tight seams and with virtually no dents. Complete with its adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its functional external spring-operated powder cutoff. The side of the pouring-spout with a clear “J. W. HAWKSLEY” maker’s mark for the famed English maker. A very nice quality and nicely decorated English Powder Flask with a detailed embossed copper body of unusual lyre-form. In overall fine condition with tight seams and no visible splits. Overall measurements, 8 1/4" x 4". Price: $185.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD 19th CENTURY AMERICAN FLAT COWHORN POWDER HORN, ca. 1820: In overall very good lightly cleaned condition with smooth exterior surfaces. The 5 ½”, light colored cow horn body with nicely sculpted contours and an integrally carved spout with a nicely flattened, brass-colored mouth. Retains its original iron suspension loops and very good light colored surfaces with some minor scuffs and light abrasions. Of classic early 19th century firm with a compressed/flattened body and its brass pin-flattened hardwood base-plug: replaced spout plug with vent/nipple-pick. Overall a nice example of an early 19th century American flat-type powder horn, ca. 1820. Price: $475.00 |
| | A RARE SPANISH/SPANISH-COLONIAL (MEXICAN?)FLINTLOCK MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1750: In overall fine condition with some old minor insect damage and expected handling marks. Tapered, cylindrical-form, lightly engraved cow-horn body with a spring operated powder cutoff and its original sheet-steel and brass mounts: retains its original steel belt-clip and its screw-fastened end-cap with matching gunmetal surfaces. The body of classic Spanish/Spanish-Colonial form with smooth, nicely toned and yellowed horn surfaces with extensive, somewhat crude (Spanish Colonial) floral and line engravings overall. The mounts with a generally smooth, untouched, gunmetal age patina and some light surfaces discoloration. Complete with its finely turned and sculpted, brass powder dispenser/spout with its original spring cutoff with nicely detailed arm. Overall a fine and example of these distinct Spanish Military Powder Flasks, carried by Infantrymen, of the mid 18th Century. Overall length, 11 1/2". A rare form of 18th century Powder Flask/Horn and the type often associated with use in Spanish Colonial America. For a similar example, please see Sydney B. Brinckerhoff's: "Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America 1700-1821", pg. 66, pl. 111 & 112. Price: $1,475.00 |
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| | A VERY GOOD EARLY/MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN RIFLE-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1830-1850: In overall good+ untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original nail-fastened, flat, wood base-plug: the neck carved with an integral retaining-ring. In overall good+ untouched condition with general sings of use and wear; and some chips, crack and abrasions, at the base. The wooden plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and scattered hairlines, minor roughness and age-stains. A nice example of an American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1830-1850. Overall length, 9". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $200.00 |
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| | A FINE MID 19TH CENTURY EMBOSSED ENGLISH COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850s: In overall fine untouched condition with a heavy gauge copper body, excellent seams and little evidence of use/wear. Of mid-19th Century scent-bottle shaped form with a deeply embossed obverse and a smooth reverse side. The base with a nicely detailed vignette of Two (2) Hunter and Dogs (Riling No. 946) within a raised classical scroll-leaf border. The japanned/lacquered copper body with 75% of its lacquer finish with smooth, untouched, copper surfaces with its original four suspension loops. Original, graduated, brass pouring-spout with three-step graduation and an internal spring-operated powder cut-off: the spring broken. Marked on its base with a “J. W. Hawksley/Sheffield” maker’s signature for the noted firm of Sheffield, UK. In overall fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces, 75% brown japanned/lacquered finish, its (4) original suspension-loops (some oxidation) and a nicely toned age-patina. Sharp detail and tight seams without splits or repairs. A well made an attractive example of a mid-19th Century English Powder Flask, ca. 1850s. Overall measurements: 8 ¾” x 3 ½”. Price: $450.00 |
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| | A VERY FINE MID 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1850-1870: In overall Very Fine+ untouched condition. Supple, lightly toned, leather body made of two separate and sewn, halves (excellent stitching): both sides finely embossed with a sharply detailed hanging game scene (Riling No. 1460). Retains its original, graduated, spring-operated, brass pouring-spout with its original spring, etc. In functional order with very fine cut-offs and springs. The side of the spout with an "AM. CAP & FLASK, CO." markings for the famed 19th century American (Waterbury, Conn.) Flask manufacturer. (Please see: https://museumcollection.hagley.org/persons/5047/the-american-flask-and-cap-company ). In overall very fine+ untouched condition with supple, dark reddish-brown-colored, leather surfaces with virtually no abrasions, damages or crazing. Very fine+ stitches/seams and the base with its original iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original, adjustable, brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A very fine example of mid to late 19th century American Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1850-1870. Measures: 8" x 3". Price: $175.00 |
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| | A FINE SPANISH/SPANISH-COLONIAL FLINTLOCK-TYPE (ESCOPETA) MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1770: In overall fine untouched condition with a nicely tapered, cylindrical-form, cow-horn body with its original and functional spring operated powder cutoff and its sculpted and turned steel & brass mounts and screws. The side with its original steel belt-clip and its screw-fastened terminal with matching gunmetal surfaces. The lightly toned, yellow-brown, colored body of classic Spanish/Spanish-Colonial form with smooth, lightly toned and age-patinated horn surfaces with only some minor handling marks and tight hairlines. The mounts with a generally smooth, untouched, gunmetal/russet-toned age-patina and some light surfaces discoloration/oxidization. Complete with its finely turned and sculpted, brass powder spout with its original spring cutoff with a chiseled and faceted arm. Overall, a fine and classic example of an 18th Century Spanish Military-form Powder Flask. The style of Flask carried by Infantrymen and Colonial Settlers, during the mid to late 18th Century. Overall length, 11 1/4". A scarce and distinctive type Powder Flask/Horn; and the type often associated with use in Spanish Colonial America. For a similar example, please see Sydney B. Brinckerhoff's: "Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America 1700-1821", pg. 66, pl. 111 & 112. Price: $1,275.00 |
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| | A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PERIOD "US" MARKED KRAG-TYPE CARTRIDGE BOX, dtd. 1909: In overall (net) good untouched condition. Of typical late 19th century American design; and of leather, canvass and brass construction. The interior with its nicely stitched canvass cartridge loops for accepting twenty (20) .30/40 caliber, cartridges. Untouched & oxidized, light brown "patent" type leather-covered body with its original, sewn and brass hinged, "US" embossed rain cover/lid. The side with a clearly marked "ROCK ISLAND/ARSENAL/1909/T00/"R.D.S" arsenal marking and date of manufacture/acceptance. Tinged rain-cover with its leather securing-loop (the terminal detached) and the base with its brass stud for the catch. In overall net good untouched condition: the leather with untouched, generally supple surfaces, some oxidation, age-stains/crazing and scattered abrasions/scuffs: good seams (minor loss of stitching). The brass mounts with lightly oxidized surfaces, en suite with the body. Very good interior with fine "loops" and seams. A nice example of a Regulation Pattern "US" marked Spanish American War Period cartridge box for a .30/40 Krag, ca. 1890s. Measures 5 3/4" x 5" x 1 1/2". Price: $100.00 |
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| | A GOOD AMERICAN RIFLE/PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770-1800: In overall good+ untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout with ringneck-collar and its original pin-fastened, flat, wood base-plug with a central screw—for a suspension cord. In overall good+ untouched condition with light sings of use and wear. The wooden base-plug with generally smooth dark surfaces and age-stains. A nice example of an American Rifle/Pistol type Powder Horn, ca. 1770-1800. Overall length, 8". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $225.00 |
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| | A FINE MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1860: In overall fine untouched condition. The tanned, brown-colored, supple, leather body made of two (2) separate and sewn, halves: fine seams with tight stitching. One side embossed with a circular medallion marked "WARRANTED SOLID" & "LEATHER". Original, graduated, brass pouring-spout with its spring-operated cut-off. In overall fine untouched condition with supple, brown-colored, leather surfaces. Some minor abrasions expected age- stains and very fine stitches/seams: the base with its original iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A very nice example of mid to late 19th century American?/English? Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1860. Measures: 9" x 3". Price: $175.00 |
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| | A FINE 18th CENTURY SCOTTISH FLAT/COMPRESSED ENGRAVED COW-HORN POWDER HORN, ca. 1750: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth and nicely engraved exterior surfaces. The 11”, light colored, compressed, cow-horn body with nicely sculpted contours and an integrally carved & turned pouring-spout with a nicely sculpted collar and mouth. Etched & engraved overall with a nicely detailed Coat of Arms with a Crown above a central "L" and the other side with a classic Stand of Arms with Flags, Pole-Arms and a Musket. Also, adorned with engraved floral designs, at the base of the neck. In overall fine condition with lightly colored surfaces with only some minor scuffs and light abrasions. Of classic mid-18th century Scottish design with a finely compressed/flattened body and its original square-nail-flattened hardwood base-plug: replaced spout-plug. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Scottish Powder Horn/Flask, ca. 1750. Price: $875.00 |
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| | A VERY GOOD+ & SCARCE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD TURNED COW-HORN SALT-FLASK/SALT-HORN, ca. 1770: In overall very good+ untouched condition with a dark and untouched amber-colored, finely turned, cow horn body with numerous decorative turnings., Complete with its carved and turned end--cap and its spout-plug with ball-type finial. In overall very good+, dark and untouched condition with the expected sings of use and wear. Richly toned and deeply oxidized surfaces with scattered age-stains and a deep age-patina. A very nice example of a scarce and original American Revolutionary War Period Salt-Flask/Salt-Horn, ca. 1770. Overall length, 7 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $775.00 |
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| | A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD REDWARE (CERAMIC)CANTEEN, ca. 1780: In overall very good untouched condition and of most likely Pennsylvania make with a very nicely applied, black-lead-glaze, "folkish" design, floral spray on its obverse side. Hand-thrown, circular, one-piece Redware body with sharp contours, a fine patina and 90%+ of its slightly crazed glazed finish: minor chips, at the spout and body. The top of the body with an integrally molded pouring-spout (cork stopper missing) and its backside with an integral strap-- for the suspension cord. Adorned overall with a "folk art" style, "Pennsylvania Dutch" floral spray pattern of classic American design. In overall very good+ condition with some scattered abrasions and the expected signs of wear from handling and use. Retains a fine age-patina, smooth exterior surfaces and some scattered handling marks and scuffs: the spout-end with minor old chips. A very nice example of an Early Colonial American/Revolutionary War Period Hand-made "Soldier's" type Redware Canteen, ca. 1780. Overall measurements, approx. 10 1/2" x 8". Price: $675.00 |
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| | A FINE & UNTOUCHED UNION MADE CIVIL WAR PISTOL-TYPE CAP BOX, ca. 1863: In overall very fine untouched condition. Of early American Civil War Period design. Of sewn & riveted, Black Leather construction with its original outer rain flap with a pierced-type latch, on its bottom finial. The inner capbox-cover/flap, en suite with black leather surfaces with minor crazing. Retains choice, smooth and supple, black leather surfaces with 90% finish and some light handling marks/scuffs. In overall very fine+ untouched condition. and complete with its inner linen cover and an original Eley Cap-Tin & Percussion Caps. The leather with very supple and smooth surfaces with a fine age-patina. Very fine stitching with tight seams. The reverse side with both its original riveted belt-straps and the base of the body with its original brass flap-stud . A classic example of an American Civil War Cavalry Pistol Cap-Box, ca. 1863. 4" x 3 1/2. Price: $475.00 |
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| | A GOOD MID-19th CENTURY SMALL-SIZED EMBOSSED ZINC POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall good+ condition with a nicely toned, untouched, lead-gray, zinc age-patina. Good seams with an old repair to the base; and the expected signs of light wear, minor dents and patches of discoloration. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with a finely detailed Scallop-shell motif: (similar to Riling No. 314). Generally smooth gray surfaces and complete with its original, gilt-brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff and lever: the spring broken. In overall good+ generally untouched condition with smooth surfaces and a richly toned age-patina. A small sized, mid-19th century unmarked American/English Embossed Zinc Powder Flask, ca. 1850. The type of Flask used with a small Cased Pocket Pistol. Overall measurements, 3 7/8" x 2". Price: $275.00 |
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| | A FINE & SCARCE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD CARVED & TURNED STAGHORN POWDER-MEASURE, ca. 1770: In overall very good+/fine untouched condition and made from the carved & turned, tip of a Staghorn/Antler. Lightly oxidized, white-yellow-colored, natural Antler body with a finely chip-carved and turned tip with a piercing-- for attachment to a suspension-cord. In overall fine untouched condition with the expected light sings of use, handling and wear. Retains fine surfaces with scattered age/gunpowder-stains and an untouched and lightly oxized patina. A very nice example of a scarce and original American Revolutionary War Period Powder-Measure, ca. 1770. Overall length, 4 3/4". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". ***Recently acquired from an old Penns. Estate Collection. Price: $750.00 |
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| | A VERY GOOD+ AMERICAN RIFLE/PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770-1800: In overall good+ untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original pin-fastened, flat, wood base-plug and its simply carved spout-plug, en suite. In overall good+ untouched condition with light sings of use and wear. The original wooden base-plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and age-stains. A nice example of an American Rifle/Pistol type Powder Horn, ca. 1800. Overall length, 7". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution".. Price: $250.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED UNION MADE CIVIL WAR MUSKET-TYPE CAP BOX, ca. 1863: In overall very good untouched condition. Of mid American Civil War Period design, made with rivets, on its straps. Of machine sewn Black Leather construction with its original outer rain flap with a pierced-type latch, on its bottom finial. The inner capbox-cover/flap, en suite with black leather surfaces with expected crazing. Retains choice, smooth and supple, black leather surfaces with 80% finish and handling marks/scuffs. In overall very good untouched condition. and complete with its inner linen cover and its original iron-wire vent-pick and CaTin of Musket Caps. The Tin, en suite with untouched tinned steel surfaces with light scattererd rust stains and the label tattered with signs of use and age. Very good leather surfaces with an untouched age-patina. Fine stitching with tight seams. The reverse side with both its original, riveted, leather belt-straps and the base of the body with its original brass flap-stud . A classic example of an American Civil War Period Union Soldier's Musket Cap- Box, ca. 1863. 4" x 3 1/2. Price: $475.00 |
| | A 20th CENTURY REPRODUCTION OF AN AMERICAN "PEACE FLASK": Plain, bag-shaped, brass body with an embossed Heraldic Eagle, pair of clasped hands and "US" Stand of Arms. Fitted with two, triangular, wire suspension loops. Screw-secured, brass, spout base with a "Made in Italy" marked spout. Blued steel cut-off spring and a brass cutt-off lever. In overall near fine condition with lightly patinated surfaces and some verdigris at the spout and base. An nice 20th century reproduction of an American (Mexican War Period) Military Powder Flask. Overall length 9 1/2". Price: $75.00 |
| | A FINE MID 19TH CENTURY EMBOSSED ENGLISH COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850s": In overall fine untouched condition with a heavy gauge copper body, excellent seams. Little evidence of use/wear and of mid-19th Century "Scent-Bottle shape" form with a deeply floral vine and acanthus leaf embossed obverse and reverse sides. Japanned/lacquered copper body with 50% of its clear lacquer finish with smooth, untouched, copper surfaces and complete with its two (2) original suspension loops. Graduated brass pouring-spout with a four-step graduation and an internal spring-operated powder cut-off: a fine spring and powder cut-off. Marked on its base with a “J. W. Hawksley/Sheffield” maker’s signature for the noted firm of Sheffield, UK. In overall fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces, 50% lacquer finish and both of its original suspension-loops. Fine and tight seams without dents, splits or repairs. A well made an attractive example of a mid-19th Century English Powder Flask, ca. 1850s. Overall measurements: 8 1/2” x 3 ½”. Price: $375.00 |
| | A VERY FINE UNTOUCHED EARLY UNION OR CONFEDERATE MADE CIVIL WAR MUSKET-TYPE CAP BOX, ca. 1861: In overall very fine untouched condition. Of early American Civil War Period design, as is unmarked and made without rivets. Of sewn Black Leather construction with its original outer rain flap with a pierced-type latch, on its bottom finial. The inner capbox-cover/flap, en suite with black leather surfaces with minor crazing. Retains choice, smooth and supple, black leather surfaces with 90% finish and some light handling marks/scuffs. In overall very fine+ untouched condition. and complete with its inner linen cover and its original iron-wire vent-pick. The leather with very supple and smooth ssurfaces with a fine age-patina. Very fine stitching with tight seams. The reverse side with both its original belt-straps and the base of the body with its original brass flap-stud . A classic example of an Early Union Made or a Confederate American Civil War Period Cap- Box, ca. 1861. 4" x 3 1/2. Price: $675.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN ANTE-BELLUM PERIOD PISTOL-TYPE POWDER/PRIMING HORN, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original iron tack-fastened, flat, wood base-plug (missing the spout-plug). In overall very good untouched condition with the expected sings of use, minor age-stains and light wear. The original wooden base-plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and age-stains. A nice example of an Ante-bellum Period American Pistol type Powder/Priming Horn, ca. 1850. Overall length, approx. 7". Price: $125.00 |
| | A Mid-19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall (net) good+ condition (as is). Missing its pouring spout. Of Mid-19th Century bag-shaped form with both sides embossed with a Dog & Pheasant motif, within a decorative embossed border. The copper body with 75%+ of its lacquer finish and scattered dents/damages to one of its embossed panels. Retains smooth, lightly toned, copper surfaces with fine seams. Retains its internal spring-operated powder cutoff: the base with an "AM FLASK & CAP, Co." Marking for the noted American Powder Flask manufacturer of Waterbury, Conn. In overall good+ condition (as is) with generally smooth surfaces, sharp detail to one side with several dents: tight seams without splits. Overall measurements, 7" x 3 1/2". Price: HOLD |
| | A VERY GOOD+ MID 19th CENTURY COMPRESSED/FLAT COWHORN POWDER HORN, ca. 1840: : In overall very good+ condition with smooth, light colored, yellow-tan, pressed cow horn surfaces and a graduated “Patent” type, brass, pouring-spout with its spring-operated, Powder cut-off. The naturally curved, light colored, pressed/flattened, cow horn body with nicely sculpted contours and a flared/wide base with its pin-fasten brass end-cap. The tapered spout-end with its adjustable/graduated, brass pouring spout and an external spring cut-off: in functional order. Retains both of its original iron suspension loops and is in very good+ condition with some minor scuffs, small pock marks, an old fill and the expected signs of use and handling. Of classic early/mid-19th century form with a compressed/flattened body and its original brass mounts. Overall a nice example of an early-mid 19th century Flat-type powder horn, ca. 1840. Of scarce form. Overall length, 9 ½”. Price: $375.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD QUALITY MID-19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: Of typical bag-shaped form, with a deeply embossed and finely detailed, central, raised, standing, Stag design with a central embossed "trophy" of a Stag’s-head mask (similar to Riling No. 988/990), on one side. Retains two (2) of its four (4) suspension-loops. Finely embossed copper body with smooth untouched/patinated copper with tight seams without splits. Original adjustable, pouring-spout with its functional, external, spring-operated, powder cutoff. The base with a "AM. FLASK & CAP Co." marking for the famed American Cap & Flask Company of Waterbury, Conn. In overall good+ condition (as is) with the noted loss of two suspension-pins & rings. Retains smooth untouched surfaces and its original components. A very nice American Cap & Flask, Co. powder flask, ca. 1850. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2". Price: HOLD |
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| A Mid 19th Century Embossed Copper Powder Flask, by J. W. Hawksley, for Barton, Alexander & Waller of New York City, ca. 1860s:In overall fair to good, untouched condition with some surface discoloration/verdigris. Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed, raised, "Pine cone" pattern (Riling No. 414) and untouched dark surfaces. The copper body with a dark patina, some compressions and re-soldered seams. Original brass spout with its four-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: spring missing and spout frozen. The base's side with a "B. A. & W./NY" marking for Barton, Alexander & Waller: a noted retailer of Sporting Goods, Guns, etc. which was doing business at 68 Beekman Street, NYC, from 1866-1870. Retains three (3) of its four original suspension-pins: loops missing. In overall net fair to good condition with some dents and surface compressions, re-soldered repairs to seams, a broken spout and some scattered dents. # 81 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 3/4". Price: $100.00 |
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| A VERY RARE EARLY/MID 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN PLAINS INDIAN (SIOUX) WAR DRUM, ca. 1840: In overall very good untouched condition. Of hardwood, sinew and hide construction with two (2) buffalo? Raw-hide drum-skins/heads and light-colored, bent hardwood stretchers and a hollow-log frame. Retains its braided cord (hemp?) securing-straps/lashings. Plain, Raw-hide drum-skin/head with untouched, smooth, tawny-colored surfaces with expected wear and minor scattered abrasions. The log body with untouched and lightly weathered wooden surfaces, some minor stress cracks, loss of surfaces, minor damages and evidence of "Frontier" use/wear. In overall very good untouched condition with a pleasing lightly toned age-patina. Retains untouched, lightly oxidized, wooden & hide surfaces, and the expected signs of use and wear. A well-preserved example of an authentic, Early-to-Mid 19th century American Plains Indian (Sioux) War Drum, ca. 1840. Measurements, 12 1/4” (diameter) X 12" (height). ***For similar examples, please see: Collin F. Taylor's & William C. Sturtevant's, "The Native Americans". Price: SOLD |
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| A GOOD+ AMERICAN EMBOSSED BRASS POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850s: Of typical, medium size, mid-19th century, American design, with a two piece embossed brass/copper-alloy body, mounted with its two (2), side-mounted, iron suspension-studs: the loops missing. The graduated brass priming-spout and base with its three (3) stepped spout and its external spring-operated powder-cut-off: original spring and retaining-screw. In overall good+ condition with its original components: the powder cut-off detached. Both sides of the body with a finely detailed vignette of Riparian scene with Pheasants within an embossed leaf boder-- of classic mid-19th century American design. Retains its original smooth brass-colored surfaces with some scattered minor abrasions, dents, good seams and some patches of light surface-oxidation. A very nice American made Embossed Brass powder flask, ca. 1850s. Overall length: 7”. Price: $155.00 |
| | An Unsigned Mid 19th Century American Embossed Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1850s: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed central leaf vignette with a raised scroll border. The lacquered copper body with traces of finish and smooth lightly toned copper surfaces: fine seams. Original, graduated, brass pouring spout with a three-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: the spring modern replaced. In overall net very good untouched condition with smooth surfaces, 5% lacquer and a nicely toned age patina. Sharp detail with the replaced spring and screw: minor dents and fine tight seams without splits. Overall measurements, 8" x 4". Price: $150.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD EMBOSSED COPPER-ALLOY/BRASS POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860: Of typical mid-19th century design with a two piece deeply fluted and embossed copper-alloy (brass) body. Complete with its original, two (2), copper pins and both of its iron suspension-rings: retains its original braided green hemp? suspension cord (partially detached). Unmarked, graduated, brass priming/pouring-spout base with its four-step pouring-spout with its functional, external, powder-cut-off spring and lever. In very good untouched condition. Both sides of the body with deeply embossed flutes and generally smooth, untouched, brass surfaces with some minor handling marks and fine seams. Overall length, 9 1/4". Price: $225.00 |
| | A VERY FINE 20th CENTURY/REPRODUCTION SMALL-SIZED (COLT-TYPE) EMBOSSED EAGLE COPPER POWDER FLASK:In overall very fine condition with a nicely toned copper patina, fine seams, 95%+ lacquered finish and expected signs of light wear. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with a nicely detailed Heraldic Eagle on a Hummock (with a pistol in its talons). Of classic "Colt Pocket Model" design. Very Fine copper body with smooth surfaces. The brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff: fine spring and lever. In overall very fine condition. A better quality 20th Century Colt Type Powder Flask with Sharp detail to the embossed Eagle Motif. The type of flask associated with Cased Colt Pocket Mdl. Pistols. Overall measurements, 4 1/4" x 1 1/2". Price: $100.00 |
| | A FINE+ Mid-19th CENTURY ENGLISH EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, by "JAMES DIXON & SONS", ca. 1850: Of mid-19th century, heavy & well made, English, bag-shaped form with smooth, finely embossed, copper surfaces with a nicely detailed Basket-weave and Acanthus Leaf design, on both sides. In overall fine+ condition with its four (4) iron suspension-loops and pins. Also, retains its green braided hemp? suspension-cord with pomp-pomp finial. Fine+ copper body with richly detailed extensive embossed decorations and lightly toned copper surfaces with 85% japanned/lacquered finish. Fine tight seams and with virtually no dents. Complete with its adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its functional external spring-operated powder cutoff. The base with a clear “JAMES DIXON & SONS/SHEFFIELD” maker’s mark for the famed English maker. A very fine quality and nicely decorated Embossed Copper English Powder Flask, ca. 1850. In overall fine condition with tight seams and no visible splits. Overall measurements, 9" x 4". Price: HOLD |
| | A FINE MID-19th CENTURY EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition with nicely embossed and japanned copper surfaces. Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed, raised, "Pine cone" pattern (Riling No. 414) and untouched smooth japanned (75%) surfaces. Fine copper body with an untouched patina, smooth surfaces and fine seams. Original lacquered brass spout with its five-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: fine spring with 85%+ nitre blue finish. Retains its four (4) original suspension-pins and loops; and complete with its original braided green hemp? suspension-cord, en suite. In overall fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces, minor age-stains/verdigris and fine seams. Overall measurements, 8 1/2" x 3 1/4".. Price: $350.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD LEATHER BALL -BAG/POUCH w/ POWDER-MEASURE, ca. 1770: In overall very good+ untouched condition with supple, brown-colored leather surfaces and very good stitches. Naturally smoke-tanned leather body made of two separate and handsewn, pieces of leather which form the body. The spout portion with its original, wrapped-twine-retained, pewter mounted, .80 caliber, wooden spout/collar of classic Colonial American form. Also, retains its original, carved & turned, wooden Spout-plug/Powder-Measure with an untouched age patina and smooth wooden surfaces. The base-end with an integrally carved hollow for holding a "Musket-size" Powder-Charge. In overall very good+ untouched condition with supple, light brown-colored, leather surfaces, minor abrasions and very good stitches. Contains two (2) original period Lead Musket Balls with oxidized lead surfaces and signs of age. The pouch with light crazing and generally very sound leather surfaces. The pewter mounted wooden collar with matching untouched surfaces and a smooth gray age-patina. The plug/Measure with smooth, light-brown-colored, wooden surfaces, light scattered handling marks and expected signs of use and age. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Soldier's Ball-Pouch/Bag, ca. 1770. Overall dimensions: 7" (L) x 2 1/2" (W). For similar examples please see, Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: HOLD |
| | A VERY GOOD Mid-19th CENTURY EMBOSSED COPPER-ALLOY/BRASS POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: Of mid 19th century Bag-shape, with both sides adorned with an embossed "beaded" design with a decorative "piecrust" border. Retains, untouched, generally smooth, dark, brown mustard-colored surfaces with some minor dents and very good tight seams. Original, graduated, brass pouring-spout with an unmarked base, a three-step powder-graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff with a strong spring. In overall very good untouched condition with generally smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks and a nicely toned age-patina. Sharp detail to the embossed decoration with tight seams. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2". Price: $175.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD MID-19th CENTURY POWDER HORN, ca. 1840: In overall very good untouched condition with a smooth, light colored, yellow-tan, cow horn body and fitted with its graduated “Patent” type, brass, pouring-spout with its spring-operated, Powder cut-off. The naturally curved, light colored, cow horn body with a flared/wide base with its pin-fasten brass, engine-turned end-cap. The tapered spout-end with its adjustable/graduated, brass pouring spout and an external spring cut-off: in functional order. Retains both of its original iron suspension loops and its original braided green-colored, hemp? suspension-cord. In very good untouched condition with some minor scuffs, handling marks and the expected signs of use. Complete with its original brass mounts. A very nice example of a mid 19th century American powder horn, ca. 1840. Overall length, 8”. Price: $275.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD ANTE-BELLUM PERIOD AMERICAN "KENTUCKY RIFLE" POWDER HORN w/ CARVED SPOUT & BASE, ca. 1830: In overall very good/fine untouched condition. Light-colored, tan/black colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve. A nicely carved integral pouring-spout with brass collared base and its original nail-fastened, flat, hardwood (Maple?) base-plug. Retains its nicely carved spout-plug, en suite. In overall very good/fine untouched condition with light sings of use and wear and some expected scuffs and abrasions. The base with untouched, smooth wooden surfaces with some light scattered abrasions. A nice example of an American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1830. Overall length, 11 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $350.00 |
| | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN PISTOL-SIZE/PRIMING HORN w/ HAND-CARVED POURING-SPOUT, ca. 1800: In overall good+/very good untouched condition with oxidized and somewhat rough exterior surfaces-- from environmental (water) exposure. Brown/green/tan colored, natural cow horn body with a natural curve, a hand-carved pouring-spout with its original carved wooden spout-plug. Pin/Nail-fastened, convex, hardwood (Maple?) base-plug with heavily oxidized and stained wooden surfaces: a later suspension screw. In overall good/very good untouched condition with sings of heavy use, wear and exposure: scattered scuffs & abrasions: the base with untouched rough wooden surfaces. A nice example of an American Pistol-size Priming/Powder Horn, ca. 1800. Overall length, 8". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $150.00 |
| | A 20th CENTURY REPRODUCTION OF A COLT "NAVY" POWDER FLASK: Unmarked, embossed, black-japanned, copper body with the standard Colt “Navy”-type motif: a raised Stand of Arms with Cannons, Flags, etc.: plain backside. Screw-secured, brass pouring-spout base with a blued steel cut-off spring and a brass cut-off lever: shorter fixed type spout. In overall near fine condition with dark, lacquered, copper surfaces and nicely embossed details. A well made late 20th century reproduction of a “Colt Navy” Powder Flask, 1970. Overall length 7". Price: $100.00 | |