Fall 2025 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction - Day 4 by PoulinAuctions

Premier Firearms Auction

Session 4 ~ Sunday

Antiques & Auctions Inc.

Fall 2025

Thursday, Oct. 30, Friday Oct. 31, Saturday Nov. 1, & Sunday Nov. 2, 2025 - 10:00AM

Preview Dates:

Oct. 28th & 29th, 2025 - 9:00AM – 5:00PM Preview begins at 8:00AM prior to the auction Previews are also available by appointment

199 Skowhegan Road, Fairfield, ME 04937 Office: 207-453-2114 | Fax: 207-453-2192 info@poulinauctions.com | Stephen Poulin, ME Lic # 1115

Please visit our website poulinauctions.com for the online catalog, latest updates and a prices realized database of our past auctions.

Antiques & Auctions Inc.

Auction Dates

Oct. 30, THURSDAY 10AM Lots 1001 – 1647

Oct. 31, FRIDAY 10AM Lots 2001 – 2574

Nov. 1, SATURDAY 10AM Lots 3001 – 3566

Nov. 2, SUNDAY 10AM Lots 4001 – 4676

Previews:

Oct. 28, 2025 ~ 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Oct. 29, 2025 ~ 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Auction Days ~ Doors open at 8:00AM

Special Previews Available By Appointment

In Loving Memory

of Hall of Fame Auctioneer

Arthur Julia & Lilla Julia

The Tradition Continues...

CONSIGNMENTS WANTED

Nick Poulin and James Julia at the Poulin Auction Podium

We are pleased to announce the renewed partnership with the world-famous auctioneer...

James D.

His expertise and experience in marketing and achieving the best results for high end quality firearms & collectibles will help continue to grow our firm into the leading specialty firearms auctioneer in the world.

THE POULIN & JULIA FAMILY DIFFERENCE

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Reputation

Continuation of the sterling reputation for honest, straight forward business relationship with both buyers and sellers alike that catapulted the Poulin & Julia family to the forefront of the firearms auction industry.

• The Best Rates In The Industry

The Poulin & Julia family provides the most competitive commission rates in the industry. Including 0% or better seller’s commission on expensive items and valuable collections. In many cases our consignors have netted thousands, and in some cases hundreds of thousands of dollars more than what they would have achieved if they had gone with other auctioneers’ standard rates.

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Finest Expertise

We utilize over 250 years of combined professional consultant experience and an additional three-generations of marketing expertise of nearly $1 BILLION in combined total sales experience by the Poulin & Julia Family. This benefits both the buyers and sellers as it ensures the sellers get the maximum return for their goods and the buyers can trust the descriptions to be accurate and honest.

If you are interested in more information about consigning a single item or an entire collection, we would very much like to discuss with you the methods and strategies to generate you, the consignor, the greatest return.

Contact our office for a free consignment consultation at: or by email:

• Unique Auction Description Guarantee

We utilize honest, knowledgeable and detailed descriptions with the most comprehensive guarantee, building the highest level of confidence from bidders and generating the greatest return for consignors.

• Presentation

Building interest and enthusiasm from potential bidders is crucial for achieving the maximum value for our consignors. Utilizing the finest detailed photography, catalog design and state of the art auction facility generates the highest level of excitement from potential bidders & the best results for your collectibles.

• Consignors First

Our business model functions through our consignors’ interests. On only a rare occasion do we sell items that we own. Almost everything that we offer comes directly from consignors. This aligns all our interests with the consignors and focuses our attention on promoting and marketing their goods with their best interests in mind.

• Additional Poulin & Julia Family Benefits

Fully insured, numerous bidding options available, complimentary consignment pick up for expensive items and valuable collections, massive client base of international and domestic clientele & extremely aggressive marketing campaign.

Commission On Expensive Items & Valuable Collections

Our company’s roots in honesty and integrity were planted nearly 70 years ago with the auction family’s founders, Arthur and Lilla Julia. In the 1950’s my grandfather, Arthur, ran a successful insurance business. However, he realized that his true calling was in antiques and collectibles. Shortly after starting a small antiques business, Arthur and his family began offering auction services to reach a larger marketplace of buyers. It was not long before the auction firm grew to a popular well attended auction house. As the company grew so did the family’s inspiration to reach a larger audience.

In the early 1980’s Arthur’s son, world renowned hall of fame auctioneer James Julia, began to organize the family auction house into specialty divisions. The family business grew to a world renowned auction house and after his final sale in March of 2018 the family’s total sales had reached nearly $800 MILLION. As the family business grew, Arthur, his daughter Jeannine Poulin and her husband Stephen Poulin began holding collectibles auctions. The company Julia-Poulin auctioneers guided by Arthur Julia’s core principles of straight forward honest business dealings quickly grew to a well-known regional auction house.

As the family businesses developed together so did the interest from the collecting fraternities. By the early 2000’s the two seperate companies began holding auctions in conjunction with one another, creating events that drew interest from across the globe.

Arthur & Lilla Julia

Founders

Jeannine Poulin

Stephen Poulin Treasurer

Together the two companies brought numerous famous collections to the market including; Elmer Keith Estate Collection, Evergreen Ventures Collection of Class-3 weapons, Bruce Stern Collection, Richard Rohal Collection, David Crocker Collection, John Houchins Collection, Robert Haskell III Collection, Larry Schlick Collection, Charles Lamb Collection, Lewis & Leyton Yearout Collection, Elliott Burka Collection & many more. As the two companies client bases melded and grew the event did as well. From 2008 until Jim Julia’s final auction in March 2018 the two companies in Fairfield Maine continuously held the largest grossing firearms auction event in the world generating an astonishing $15-25 MILLION in firearms sales per event.

Today, based on annual sales, our auction house (Poulin’s) is one of the top 4 firearm auction houses in the world. Our established impeccable reputation for honest & fair dealings with both buyers and sellers has been instrumental to our continued growth. We offer a unique 30 business day limited guarantee that provides a greater level of confidence from buyers. After Jim Julia’s last auction we are now the only auction house in the firearms auction industry that offers this incredible guarantee.

Our recent purchase of Jim Julia’s state-of-the-art auction facility and offices will now provide us with over 50,000 square feet of climate controlled and secure space dedicated to the promotion, presentation and efficient handling of fine firearms collections.

I could not be happier continuing to offer quality auctions in our family’s auction facilities. The presentation and atmosphere has been described by many as “electric”, “exciting”, “inviting”, & “comfortable”.

The streamlined handling of collections will continue to allow us to offer the best value to consignors and buyers in

the firearms auction industry. Our seller’s commission is the most conservative in the industry. We regularly offer our 0% or better seller’s commission to clients who are taking advantage of our aggressive marketing campaign and ultra-low seller’s commission.

Arthur Julia taught the family to be honest, modest & fair. As he would explain to me “You do not need to get rich on every consignment. Just make sure that you are pointed in the right direction and look at the big picture.” I hold dear to those words and many others that he shared with me and look forward to continue presenting phenomenal collections and auctions to our clientele.

Thank you for taking the time to read this, thank you to all of my family and team that has been instrumental in developing our business, & thank you to my mother and father for everything that you have done to get us to where we are today.

Sincerely,

Nick Poulin

ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS PREMIER FIREARMS & MILITARIA AUCTION

FEBRUARY 12th – 15th, 2026

THE POULIN & JULIA FAMILY DIFFERENCE

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Reputation

• The Best Rates In The Industry

• Finest Expertise

• Unique Auction Description Guarantee

•

Presentation

• Consignors First

• Additional Poulin & Julia Family Benefits

POULIN FIREARM AUCTIONS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

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1. DESCRIPTIONS: We have attempted to make a consistent effort in cataloging and correctly describing the property to be sold. Should the need arise, we will make verbal corrections and provide additional information at the time of sale. A correction to the printed material announced by the auctioneer during the auction takes precedence over printed descriptions. The printed catalog descriptions carry a limited guarantee to protect you against major discrepancies that would have a major effect upon the value of the item. Under no circumstances do we guarantee against anything less than a major discrepancy that would have less than a major effect upon value. Several examples: If we call a Colt a Winchester. Or if we state the firearm is in original finish and it has been re-blued. Percent estimate of finish is an opinion and may vary from individual to individual, so this would not qualify. Not every item included in this auction has been completely disassembled to verify internal component’s origins. However, if we have made the statement that the item is “all matching” or “internal numbers match”, we guarantee that this information is accurate. If an item’s description does not list the status of the internal components, we do not guarantee that they are original, matching or that they are period. If you would like additional information concerning internal components of a firearm that does not mention the internal components in the description, please contact us at 207-453-2114 and our consultants will be happy to assist you at their earliest availability. This limited guarantee is limited to what you paid for the item from us and not what you expect to get if you had sold it.

Note: It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to satisfy themselves on the age, authenticity, condition, description and value of each lot before bidding. This includes all bidders whether they be here at the live auction, absentee, phone or internet bidders.

1A. FOR PURCHASERS WHO HAVE ITEMS SHIPPED TO THEM: Should there be a major discrepancy as listed in Item 1 above, a refund may be arranged and the buyer would need to make arrangements for the return within 30 business days of the auction date. as consignor’s payments are sent out on the 35th business day after the auction. ANY REQUESTS MADE FOR A REFUND AFTER 30 BUSINESS DAYS OF THE AUCTION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please pay promptly to ensure that you have time to inspect your purchases. If we do not have all of your payment, paperwork or credit card information for the items to be shipped by the 10th business day after the auction you could be jeopardizing your ability to qualify for a refund. Shipments can take 2-3 weeks from the time we receive the entirety of your required payment and paperwork to process and ship due to the volume of clientele that we are processing after the auction. We are not responsible for any liability with the descriptions if we have not received everything that we need to complete the transaction in time for the items to be shipped to you. NO PARTIAL REFUNDS.

1B. FOR LIVE BIDDERS: It is expected that you have examined the items before you purchased them and that as you pick them up, you will re-examine them one last time. If there is a problem regarding condition, it is expected that you would notify us immediately before leaving the auction facility. Also, please check to make sure all components to your lots are there. All possibility of a refund is null and void once you have left our facility with the item(s).

2. POULIN ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS, INC. WOULD LIKE TO MAKE YOUR BIDDING EXPERIENCE AS PLEASANT AS POSSIBLE: Whether you are bidding live, absentee or by phone, we ask that before you bid in any manner that you satisfy all your questions, so that you may feel confident in placing your bids with us. All the items we offer have been pre-owned, loved, handled and used. Keeping this in mind, we suggest you call us with your inquiries. Please call prior to the first day of the auction, at least 48 hours or sooner, to get any questions and/or damage reports available on the items that interest you.

3. THE AUCTIONEER IS THE SOLE DETERMINANT AS TO WHO IS THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER: At the Auctioneer’s discretion he may re-offer and resell the article if a dispute arises. Auctioneer’s sale recording shall be conclusive as to who was the successful purchaser and the purchase price. If there is no apparent interest in an item (1/3 of catalog low estimate) or an appreciable opening bid, (when no catalog is printed), the item will be passed from the block by the Auctioneer and will not be re-offered again until possibly at a later date.

4. 5.5% SALES TAX must be charged to all successful bidders. *Maine residents who do not present a valid ANNUAL RESALE CERTIFICATE at the time of registration will have to pay the 5.5% sales tax. NO EXCEPTIONS.

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*Under Maine law, items to be shipped within Maine will have the tax applied. *If you reside in the state of Maine, but maintain an out of state tax number, you must pay sales tax. This is Maine law. *Out of State residents. If you are not a Maine resident, we require a copy of your resale certificate. Due to the recent Supreme Court ruling, items shipped to some out of state residents may be charged sales tax, if your state requires our company to collect the recipient’s state sales tax.

5. BUYERS PREMIUM 21% will be applied to all property sold to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price and is therefore subject to applicable state sales tax. A 3.5% discount is given to those paying by Cash, Money Order or Preapproved Check, Wire.

IN HOUSE BIDDERS:

FOR THOSE BIDDERS WHO ATTEND OUR AUCTION IN PERSON OR PLACE THEIR ABSENTEE/PHONE BIDS DIRECTLY WITH POULINS

DISCOUNTED TO 17.5% IF PAYMENT RECEIVED BY: CASH ~ CHECK ~ WIRE ~ MONEY ORDER

21% IF PAYMENT RECEIVED BY:

AMERICAN EXPRESS ~ VISA ~ MASTER CARD ~ DISCOVER

"POULIN LIVE"

INTERNET BIDDERS FOR THOSE BIDDERS WHO ARE USING POULIN LIVE INTERNET BIDDING SERVICE THERE IS A 1% FEE

DISCOUNTED TO 18.5% IF PAYMENT RECEIVED BY: CASH ~ CHECK ~ WIRE ~ MONEY ORDER

22% IF PAYMENT RECEIVED BY:

AMERICAN EXPRESS ~ VISA ~ MASTER CARD ~ DISCOVER

INTERNET PLATFORM BIDDERS:

FOR THOSE BIDDERS WHO ARE USING PROXIBID, AUCTION ZIP, INVALUABLE, I-COLLECTOR, LIVE AUCTIONEERS THERE IS A 4% CHARGE TO USE THEIR SERVICES

DISCOUNTED TO 21.5% IF PAYMENT RECEIVED BY: CASH ~ CHECK ~ WIRE ~ MONEY ORDER

25% IF PAYMENT RECEIVED BY:

AMERICAN EXPRESS ~ VISA ~ MASTER CARD ~ DISCOVER

6. RESERVES: Occasionally an item may carry a conservative reserve. Therefore the auctioneer retains the right to bid on behalf of the owner. We will tell you if an item carries a reserve should you inquire.

6A. AUCTION STAFF MAY BID COMPETITIVELY ON ITEM OFFERED FOR THEIR OWN PURPOSES.

7. NAMES OF CONSIGNORS ARE CONSIDERED CONFIDENTIAL and will not be given out unless we have prior approval from the consignor to do so or if the auctioneer deems necessary.

8. PAYMENT: All items are to be paid for in United States American Funds. We accept Cash, pre-approved checks, Visa, MC, American Express, Discover & wire transfers. Out of country buyers must see #9 of our Terms and Conditions for payment details. All items must be paid for in full before being removed from our facility. All fees associated with the cost of a wire transfer or bank check are those of the purchaser.

*Must have valid driver’s license when paying by charge cards & checks.

*Checks are to be pre-approved by auctioneer prior to the auction (at least 2 business days before auction, NOT the day of the auction). A letter of reference from your bank is recommended to those who have never done business with us before. The auctioneer reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by checks that have not been pre-approved until we can see that the check has cleared the bank. It is our policy to hold merchandise on all first time buyers, due to our bank’s recommendation of 10 days, until the check has cleared the bank. (This enables the check to clear the bank and if it does not, then it gives them the time to notify us via mail).

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*There will be a $25 fee charged for all returned checks.

*Third party checks are not accepted.

Note: Delay in payment, means delay in shipment to you. Delay in shipment to you could mean you lose all possibility of a return, so please make a prompt payment. The speediest forms of payments are credit cards.

Personal or Business checks from first time buyers will hold the shipment up for 10 business days until checks have cleared the bank. This could jeopardize the warranties of the descriptions if the shipment exceeds 18 business days.

9. OUT OF COUNTRY BUYERS:

9A. Payment must be in the form of either Wire transfers or Checks (made out in United States funds). Credit cards are only accepted for the shipping process. All fees associated with the use of a wire transfer are the responsibility of the purchaser. This includes the $25 fee that Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is charged by their bank for the international wire transfer.

9B. All firearms (this includes all antiques, curios or modern firearms), plus edged weapons and any item that has a portion of an animal (ivory, etc..) must go through either an exporter or another FFL dealer that supplies this service.

(Please note, most blades can be shipped without an exporter to Canada, however there are some restrictions) We, Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc., will not ship any of these items out of the country without the use of an exporter.

10. AGENTS:

NON-FIREARMS AGENT: If you are registering or executing a bid for someone else, please bear in mind that you are responsible for the settlement of that account with us regardless of whether the person you’re executing or registering for pays you or not. We do not accept third party checks.

FIREARMS AGENT: You must have an agents letter registered with us before bidding on behalf of someone else on a Modern or Curio firearm.

According to the ATF lawyer in Boston – if you are representing some other FFL as an agent, you must have the following to qualify:

1) You must have a letter from the FFL Holder you are representing.

2) Your agent letter must be on the company’s letterhead.

3) Must be typed.

4) Must be signed by the FFL Holder.

5) Must be accompanied by a copy of the FFL.

6) Must state that you are an employee for the FFL Holder.

7) Must be dated.

Please Note: If you do not have a “completed” letter with ALL of the above requirements you will not be able to represent another FFL Holder in this capacity.

11. TITLE: A title passes upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer or when announced as sold by the auctioneer.

*The auctioneer is the sole determinant as to who is the successful winning bidder.

*It is then the responsibility of the buyer to make full payment prior to removing the items from the premises.

*It is both the buyer’s risk and expense for removal and must be made at the conclusion of the sale unless other arrangements are made with Poulins Antiques & Auctions, Inc. All items to be packaged by the purchaser, unless the items are to be shipped.

*If an item(s) cannot be removed on the sale date, storage may be arranged for an agreed amount of time. A fee of $25 a month – per item will be charged for any item(s) being left in our facility longer than 30 days from auction date. ALL ITEM(S) left will be at the purchaser’s risk. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is not liable for any damage or loss occurring during storage on behalf of the purchaser. Items will not be released to the purchaser until all storage fees and any other balance due to Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. are paid in full. Fees continue until the balance has been paid in full.

*IF CONTACT CANNOT BE MADE WITH THE BUYER TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR PAYMENT AND SHIPPING WITHIN 18 BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE AUCTION THE AUCTIONEER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO OFFER THE ITEM TO THE UNDERBIDDER.

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12. THE BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE TO HAVE FULL KNOWLEDGE AS TO WHETHER THE ITEM THEY ARE BIDDING ON IS LEGAL FOR THEM TO POSSESS OR IMPORT INTO THEIR RESIDENT STATE OR COUNTRY: If a buyer purchases an item that is either illegal to possess in their resident state or will not be cleared through customs, the buyer is responsible for the purchase and will not be issued a refund. The item determined illegal in their resident state or country will be offered in the next auction and a seller’s commission and restocking fee will be deducted from the proceeds of the sale of the item(s) resold on behalf of the purchaser.

NOTE: Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will not change the name or amount on an invoice, or alter any paperwork in any manner for any item.

13. WITHDRAWALS: We reserve the right to withdraw any property before the sale and shall have no liability for such withdrawal.

14. ABSENTEE & PHONE BIDS ARE ACCEPTED AT POULIN’S: Absentee bidding is a free service we provide to our customers. Bidding on items shows that you agree with all terms & conditions of bidding.

*We accept bids from International Countries, with the exception of sanctioned Countries.

*We accept Absentee & Phone bids with the condition that bids are written clearly and that a lot number & brief description of each lot is written out. (i.e.: Lot 101 – Colt Woodsman Revolver – $850.00). It is necessary that this format is followed to be sure that we can check for accidental errors that are made by the absentee bidders with an incorrectly written lot number resulting in the purchase or bidding on an incorrect lot. PLEASE NOTE: IF A BIDDER MISIDENTIFIES A LOT NUMBER OR ITEM THAT THEY ARE INTERESTED IN BIDDING ON RESULTING IN THE PURCHASE OF THE LOT(S) IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO PAY FOR THE PURCHASE EVEN THOUGH HE MADE AN ERROR WHEN BIDDING ON THE LOT(S). Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. is not responsible for these errors with absentee bids.

*Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. shall not be held responsible for any failure to properly execute an absentee or phone bid whether it be due to equipment failure, lack of description on bid form, clerical error, loss of connection or failure to hear or understand the bidder’s directions, etc.

*Absentee and Phone bidders must review their bids for correctness prior to submitting their bid(s). If you supply an email address, when the bids are processed here, you will then be sent a copy of your processed bids. Please review this and determine if any corrections should be made. Notify us immediately with any corrections or changes you may have. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will not be responsible for errors in absentee bids.

*If you do not receive confirmation by email/phone within 24 hours of submitting your bids please, contact our office. We would hate to have you miss your items because we did not receive your bids.

*At times we may make a verbal correction from the block at the time of sale. In this case absentee bids left on an item will be considered void unless we can confer with the bidder prior to the item being sold.

*All absentee and phone bids must be accompanied by a credit card in order to secure bids.

*Invoices will be emailed out within 24 hours of the end of the final auction day.

*NOTE: If for any reason the invoice and any shipping and handling fees are not paid within 18 business days of the auction date the credit card will be charged the full purchase amount due to Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. By placing absentee bids, phone bids, internet bids or registering for live bidding in person, you are authorizing Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. to charge the card provided for any purchases made and any fees that are associated with the purchase including but not limited to shipping, handling, insurance & storage.

Disclaimer: Any advice or opinions provided by Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. or its employees are given strictly as a courtesy and are not a warranty of condition, authenticity, age, attribution or description of said property.

14A. ABSENTEE BIDDING:

*Absentee bids must be in by the start of the auction. Please try to get them in at least by 5:00 PM EST the day prior to auction. If you wait and place your bids just moments prior to the start of the auction we do not guarantee that your bids will get placed.

*We do not accept +1 bids.

*We accept bids that end in 0 or 5 only. Bids that are placed in amounts such as $501.00 or $500.01 will be lowered to the closest amount ending in 0 or 5. We will never raise a bid higher without permission from the bidder.

*Bid advances are taken at the discretion of the auctioneer. Miniscule advances will not be accepted and will be rounded down. Typical advances are 5-10% of the current bid level.

*A staff member will competitively bid for the absentee bidder. We let the audience start the bidding unless there

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is more than one bid at the book. If there is more than one bid then the bidding will be started above the under bidders. Example: We have a bid for $1500 and one at $3000. The bidding will then start at $1600 and will then be bid competitively to the limit the absentee bidder set. For this reason it is possible that an absentee bidder may get their item for much less than what they bid. In the case of two bids being the same amount the bidding will start at that amount and the winner shall be the person who left the bid first.

*Please note: Being the first ABSENTEE BIDDER does not guarantee that you will be the winning bidder if the floor, phone or internet bidding ties during the live auction. The auctioneer is the sole determinant as to who is the successful bidder. The date and time that you submit a bid only determines the winning bidder between two absentee bidders with the same amount participating through the same method or platform.

*We do our best to execute all bids correctly however, errors are made at times. In the event of an error of omission or failure to properly execute a bid, the auctioneer shall not be held liable.

*All left bids are considered confidential, and as such the names of the absentee bidders and the bid amounts will not be given out.

*Please call prior (at least 48 hours) to the 1st day of the auction to get any information or inquiry reports pertaining to the items.

*We will not accept a bid that does not have an amount associated with it. We have had people on occasion tell us to buy the lot for them no matter what it goes for. We suggest that you place a bid substantially higher than the estimate and what you would be comfortable in paying for it. We do not want to be responsible for your personal choice of amount.

14B. PHONE BIDDING:

*Phone bidding is allowed, when available, only under pre-arranged conditions determined by and discussed with the auctioneer prior to the auction.

*All requests for phone bidding should be made before 5:00 PM EST, prior to the day of the Auction to be sure we can accommodate you within the phone schedule.

*After this point we will only accept absentee bids.

*All bidding by telephone is solely at the risk of the bidder.

*We reserve the right to reject bids on items that we feel may be too difficult to explain by phone.

*To be a Phone Bidder you must be willing to start an item for 1/2 of the low catalog estimate or $100.00, whichever is the greater.

*Please note: The employee calling you may be calling from a personal cell phone not belonging to Poulins. Because of this it may not show on your caller ID as Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. Please do not attempt to contact the telephone line that has contacted you for phone bidding services, they will not answer. If you have any questions during and after the auction, please contact 207-453-2114 to reach an office staff member.

*Also Please Note: Please call in advance (at least 48 hours) of the auction if you need conditions or descriptions of the items. Staff members who are calling to handle your phone bids will not be able to answer questions pertaining to condition or description during the auction.

*The staff member that will be on the phone with you during the auction will be very busy concentrating on the current lot, so as not to miss your item that you are interested in. EMPLOYEES ARE DISCOURAGED FROM DISCUSSIONS DURING THIS TIME SO THAT THEY DO NOT MISS THE ITEM YOU ARE INTERESTED IN. Any discussion that takes place can and has interfered with customers bidding in the past. Our employees will be polite and talk to you, but please keep in mind that this could cause them to lose track of your item and consequently miss your bid. We would not want that to happen, so we have asked our employees to keep all conversations extremely brief.

*If you would like to add another lot to your bidding, we will TRY to accommodate you but regrettably may not be able to because of other bids that are already arranged in our system and because of time constraints.

*Phone Bidding Procedure: An appointed staff member will confidentially bid for the Phone bidder. An employee will identify themselves to you and explain that the Phone bidding will commence when the live floor bidding starts to slow a bit. It is simply moving too quickly to ask for an amount when bids are flying. They will then tell you the amount the auctioneer is looking for. Please answer quickly, loudly & clearly either YES or NO. It can be difficult to hear over the auctioneer so speak loudly. Once done the employee should then Thank you for participating and explain that someone will be calling, emailing or mailing you an invoice after all the days of the auction is done. They will then exit fairly quickly unless you have another bid that will take place within the next 5 items. We apologize if the quick exit seems to

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insult you in any way, but the employee will be responsible for other phone calls and also will not know the answers to payment, shipping or who will be handling your other bids if any.

*Cover Me Bids: To help ensure that you don’t miss out on an object, some people like to place a cover me bid at the time they make phone bid arrangements. No system is perfect and sometimes it is impossible, for one reason or another to get through to the client on the telephone. A “Cover Me Bid” is a bid left only with your phone agent. If he/she cannot get through to you on the phone, they will bid up to that amount on your behalf. The only way they execute this bid is if they cannot get through to you.

*Stop Point Bids: A staff member will contact you within 3-5 items prior to the item that you are interested in bidding on. We ask that you consider a “Stop Point”. This is a designated amount you wish the staff member to bid up to on this item for you. Because of the noise level that occurs during an auction, this creates less confusion on the phones for us and our customers. Once they reach this “Stop Point” amount they will then query you for the next desired amount that the auctioneer is asking for. You can then bid higher or stop if you so desire.

15. INTERNET BIDDING: Live internet bidding is available with Auctionzip.com, Invaluable.com, Proxibid.com, and iCollector. These are separate companies that are not owned by Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc.

*You must submit a credit card with them when signing up to bid. These card numbers are not supplied to us. You will have to contact our office if successful and submit your credit card information to us.

*These are bidding services that are provided by separate companies that host our auctions live. There is a 4% charge to use their services. This charge will be added to your invoice Buyers Premium.

*Review all lots that interest you at least 24 hours prior to the auction. Sometimes we find a “change” in condition or listing. We cannot notify each person individually, so what we do is remove the photo and place a statement “No bids accepted online. Please call office to place bids.”

*Please Note: These online platforms tell you when you are the highest absentee bidder. This is only within their platform. AuctionZip, Invaluable, Proxibid, & iCollector do not share bid information and so they do not compare your bids with each other or with bids that we have taken in. If they tell you that you are the highest bidder that is only within their platform, not others.

*IMPORTANT: ALL LIVE INTERNET BIDDERS MUST READ THIS DISCLAIMER:

Live internet bidding is a fast paced process and can be very fun. However, problems can arise during the process that can result in a purchase or bid being accidently enacted by the buyer or some entity. This could be that your internet/computer speed or a lag in the connection may cause your computer to slow down and then all of a sudden, the computer may catch back up, causing the bidding to “jump” to a level that you are unprepared to bid. It could also be that your cat, dog, 2 year old or Martians from a far distant planet in a galaxy far, far away enacted a bid that you were not prepared to place. No matter the reason that may come up it is the responsibility of the bidder to pay for the purchase regardless of the reason. The bidder must log in with their personal log information and in doing so understands the risks that they are taking by participating in live internet bidding and agrees to pay for any and all purchases. Any bids placed by your identity are your responsibility.

*If you place absentee bids on these platforms do not ask us to change or void these bids. We do not have control of your accounts within these platforms and so do not have control of your bids. You must change them yourself within your account. If you are having difficulty with this process, please contact the platforms that you are participating with for assistance. Most platforms require all changes to be done within 48 hours in advance of the auction start. Check your platform to make sure of the time frame and how to make changes when necessary.

WARNING

All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. They are not examined, tested, or warranted by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. consignors, employees, or agents as to shootability. Please be sure that you have any gun properly checked for safety by a competent gunsmith before attempting to fire. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. does not warranty the safety of any ammunition that it sells. All ammunition is sold as collectors items and is not intended for firing.

POULIN FIREARM AUCTIONS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

BUYER TERMS & CONDITIONS – PLEASE READ

16. NOTIFICATION OF SUCCESS: Only successful bidders are contacted. POULINS WILL EMAIL ALL SUCCESSFUL BIDDERS THEIR INVOICE DIRECTLY TO THEM THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE ANY OTHER INVOICE FROM THE INTERNET PLATFORM YOU USED FOR BIDDING. PLEASE CALL IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE YOUR INVOICE FROM US DIRECTLY. We do not utilize the credit card you registered with on any internet platform. To expedite the process we ask that you fill out and send in the “Payment & Shipping” Forms as well as the copy of the FFL or C&R that you intend to use along with your bid sheets. If you are paying by Credit Card for your purchase, please make sure you check the appropriate box for this or remark somewhere on your bid sheet that we are to charge your card for purchases as well as your shipment. If you have done this and included all your paperwork for your items, then your invoice will go right to shipping and be at the “TOP” of the shipping list. Otherwise successful bidders will be notified in one of the following manners: If payment is not received within 18 days after the auction, Poulins reserves the right to charge the credit card attached to the bidders registration. A default Maine sales tax of 5.5% will be charged on the invoice and will be adjusted once delivery address is obtained. Shipping, handling and insurance is a separate cost and will be charged at the time of shipping.

A. EMAIL: If an email address is provided, we will email your invoice along with the shipping and payment forms for you to fill in. These will be sent to all successful bidders even if you have already supplied it with your bids. We apologize, but the computer program does not distinguish between who has supplied the necessary information and who has not.

B. FAX: If you do not have email, we can fax your invoice along with the shipping and payment forms for you to fill in.

C. US MAIL: If you do not have email or fax machine, then an invoice will be mailed to the address you provided. This makes for a slow transaction which can lead to an expiration of any possible guarantee on the items you purchase.

17. INTEREST & DEFAULT: Payment is expected immediately following the sale. Any items not paid for within 18 business days of the auction, Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. retains the right and will charge the buyers credit card for the total amount due. Interest will be charged on all balances not paid at the rate of 1 1/2% monthly (18% APR) effective 18 days from the date of purchase/auction. Should the buyer not comply with any of the Terms & Conditions of Sale, the damage recoverable from the defaulter shall include any loss arising on the resale of the lot, together with the charges and expenses in respect of both sales as well as any legal or collection fees incurred. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. shall hold any money deposited in partial payment on account of any liability of the defaulted item.

18. PHONE INQUIRIES REGARDING YOUR SUCCESS IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE AUCTION MAY BE DIFFICULT TO ANSWER. We apologize, but a large volume of customers pick up merchandise on these days and all personnel are handling them.

19. SHIPPING: Poulins makes every attempt to ship your goods in a timely fashion. Because of the high volume of items being shipped and delays that shipping carriers deal with, please allow 2-3 weeks for your items to be delivered after all paperwork and full payment is received and applied. We do not attempt to make money on shipping but neither do we wish to lose money on shipping. The following is our shipping policy and shipping/handling/box and insurance charges.

SHIPPING CHARGES:

All shipping charges must be charged to a credit card. The shipping cost is calculated at the time the package has been prepared so we have accurate dimensions and weights. This includes the carrier shipping cost, handling insurance. Insurance is required and provided through Poulin’s insurance carrier. If you have your own insurance or do not want insurance you will need to fill out a Poulin Insurance Waiver and submit it. Please be aware if you do not utilize Poulin’s insurance and decide to self-insure, there is no compensation for any damage or loss.

*ASAP Orders: Are available on small quantities of 10 guns or less, however there is an additional charge of $50.00

*Hard Cases: There is a $20.00 charge for hard cases.

*Handling charges: Handguns are $8.00 per gun. Longarms are $15.00 per gun. Miscellaneous items and larger Class III items will vary depending on material used and time it takes to package. Labor rate is $30.00 an hour on these other items.

Remember, it is your responsibility, prior to the purchase, to make certain that you may legally purchase and possess a Class III gun or item.

POULIN FIREARM AUCTIONS TERMS

& CONDITIONS

BUYER TERMS & CONDITIONS – PLEASE READ

*Insurance Charges: A rate of $8 for the first $800 and 95 cents PER each $100.00 after $800. This covers the Hammer & Buyers Premium only. This does not include shipping, nor does it include what you expected to get for the item if resold.

*Shipping cost: Carrier cost plus all firearms (including antiques) are shipped with adult signature required. Any item(s) shipped with a value of $1000.00 and up is shipped with signature required.

*Boxes: $7.50 per box used in your shipment. No charge if it is a free box supplied by the carrier. (We do not carry all box sizes from these carriers, only generally sized ones).

POLICIES:

*Multiple winning bids will be combined to save buyer money.

*We reserve the right to not ship an item if we feel that it is too fragile or bulky to be done safely. (i.e. Bronzes, frames, delicate and/or oversized items, etc.)

*Poulins will not pack or ship anything that consists of a frame with glass or mirror. We recommend using a company that specializes in handling these types of items, such as Sure Express or a similar company. Prior to the release of the items, it is required that a Poulin insurance waiver be signed by the customer and it would be understood that insurance on said shipment is the sole responsibility of the customer and or the specialized company they choose to handle their shipment.

*We are happy to assist you in your shipping needs. Please understand that we will try to expedite your shipment when requested, but we make no guarantee that it can be completed in such a time frame as you may request or in the manner that you may request.

19A. HAZMAT INFORMATION:

*Aerial flares (Non-USCG Approved) are restricted in the following cities and/or states: All of Alaska; Sacramento, CA; San Francisco, CA; All of HI; All of MA; NYC, NY; Bronx, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Manhattan, NY; Staten Island, NY; Queens, NY; Washington D.C.; APO & FPO Addresses, No PO boxes. Flares are considered hazardous material and they require an extra S&H charge.

*Other Hazmat items include primers in original boxes and smokeless gunpowder in original containers.

*HAZMAT DISCLAIMER: Commercial Carrier (FedEx) charges a $30.00 handling charge for each package containing Hazardous Materials. Hazmat items will be shipped via FedEx Ground only. NO 2nd Day or Next Day shipment on Hazmat items or ammunition. If you have any questions please call: 1-207-453-2114.

*Note: We will not declare an item as something other than what it is, change the name on the invoice, or declare an item to be of lesser value than what was paid for it. We will not break the law in a description or on a value so that an item can get through customs.

20. ANY LEGAL DISPUTES: Any legal disputes arising from this auction shall be settled in the court system in the State of Maine. The Maine Uniform Commercial Code, Title 11, Section 2 – 328 applies to this auction sale.

21. MAINE AUCTIONEER RULES AND REGULATIONS: These are regulated by the Maine Board of Licensing of Auctioneers, 35 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333.

22. LISTING SUBJECT TO OMISSIONS AND ERRORS

23. WARNING!! ALL FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION IN THIS AUCTION ARE SOLD AS COLLECTOR ITEMS. THEY ARE NOT EXAMINED, TESTED OR WARRANTED BY POULIN ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS INC., ITS CONSIGNORS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS AS TO THE SAFETY AND SHOOTABILITY OF ANY FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION INCLUDED IN THIS AUCTION. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT ALL AMMUNITION AND FIREARMS ARE CHECKED FOR SAFETY BY A COMPETENT GUNSMITH BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO FIRE ANY FIREARM OR AMMUNITION. BY AGREEING TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS YOU ARE RELEASING POULIN ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS INC., ITS CONSIGNORS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS FROM ANY LIABILITY ASSOCIATED WITH INJURIES, DAMAGE OR DEATH THAT YOU, ANY PARTY, ANY PROPERTY OR ANY PERSON MIGHT INCUR FROM THE ATTEMPT TO FIRE ANY FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION PURCHASED FROM THIS AUCTION.

POULIN FIREARM AUCTIONS TERMS & CONDITIONS

BUYER TERMS & CONDITIONS – PLEASE READ

24. STEPHEN POULIN AUCTIONEER’S LICENSE: NUMBER 1115

25. BIDDING ON ARTICLE(S) INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF ALL OF THE TERMS & CONDITIONS TO THE BUYER: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER TO SATISFY THEMSELVES AS TO THE CONDITION, AGE, AUTHENTICITY, LEGALITIES AND VALUE OF AN ITEM BEFORE BIDDING ON IT.

Collecting Class III Weapons can be a very enjoyable and rewarding experience. In the United States, many but not all citizens of the U.S. have the right to purchase and own machine guns. This is true in most states of the United States, but not all states. It is your specific responsibility to determine your right to own and possess a Class III weapon before you bid on it. Once you have bid on a lot and won it, you are responsible for payment of that lot, regardless of whether you can own it or not. If you have purchased a lot and later find out that because of the state you live in or for other reasons that you cannot personally own it yourself, you will still be required to pay for the object and we will obviously have to sell it for you again at a future sale.

First and foremost, All NFA Rules Apply. All Class III firearms must be registered and properly transferred in compliance with BATFE rules. Class III Firearms we may be dealing with include the following: Machine Guns (MG), (Transferable, Pre-86 Dealer Samples and Post-86 Dealer Samples), Silencers, Destructive Devices (DD), Short Barreled Rifles (SBR), Short Barreled Shotguns (SBS) and Any Other Weapon (A.O.W.). If you are an individual who resides in an area where these firearms are legal, you may bid on these items. You are responsible for knowing your State and Local laws. In order to complete the purchase of a Class III Firearm to a non-licensed individual, you will need the following:

1) 2 passport photos

2) 2 sets of fingerprints

3) 1 ATF Form 5330.20 Certificate of Compliance and the appropriate BATFE Form completed in duplicate including the signature of your local Chief Law Enforcement Officer. Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. will supply all the proper forms upon acceptance of your winning bid.

If there are any State or local forms required you will be responsible for obtaining these.

Regardless of the specific type of Class III Firearm, completing the transfer to an individual usually takes approximately 90-300 days from the time they receive the completed paperwork. Transfer to a licensed dealer (FFL/SOT) is usually approximately 60-90 days. If you are a non-licensed individual the BATFE transfer fee for all NFA firearms (Machine Gun, Destructive Device, Silencer, Short Barreled Rifle, and Short Barreled Shotgun) is $200.00 with the exception of those narrowly classified as Any Other Weapon (AOW) which has a transfer fee of $5.00. AOWs may include pen-guns, cane guns, and certain pistols with vertical front pistol grips. These fees must be paid to Poulin Antiques & Auctions, Inc. before any transfer paperwork can be submitted to BATFE as well as any other outstanding balances related to your Class III firearm purchase.

Please look into your own particular state law ahead of time when contemplating a bid. For more specific ownership information on NFA firearms, please visit the website of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives directly at www.atf.gov. If you are an individual (Non FFL/SOT) and reside in the State of Maine, we can transfer the firearms to you directly on an approved BATF Form 4 (subject to above rules) if you are the winning bidder. If you are an individual who resides in another State, we will need to transfer the Class III firearm to a Class III Dealer in your State to complete the transfer with you. Please understand that there is usually an additional fee from this third party for them to handle your transfer.

Firearms Condition Categories:

Extremely Fine: All original with 98% finish, or better, brilliant shiny bore, very crisp mechanics, shows most original finish on bolt face and loading gate, etc. Terminology may also include “As New”, “Appears to be Unfired”, etc. Very Fine: All original with 94/95% to 98% finish or better, crisp mechanics, bright to brilliant bore with no rust or pitting may also include “Shows Very Little if Any Use”.

POULIN FIREARM AUCTIONS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

BUYER TERMS & CONDITIONS – PLEASE READ

Fine: All original with 90% to 94/95% finish or better, very fine to light surface rust or minor, scattered pinprick pitting tight functional mechanics, strong, bright bore with minor.

Very Good: Minor touch-up or very minor, small parts replaced with 80% to 90% finish, scattered minor, light rust or pitting slightly loose mechanics but functional, strong bore with some shine, light to moderate pitting.

Good: Minor touch-ups, visible small parts replaced with 60% to 80% finish, light or moderate rust or fine pitting, good and functional mechanics, strong rifling or smooth bore with moderate pitting.

Fair: Little to no original finish, minor or small major parts replaced, light to moderate pitting externally, functional mechanics, fair bore with heavy pitting but visibly rifling. Poor: No original finish, possibly some major parts replaced, loose but functional mechanics, active or heavy external rust, poor bore with heavy pitting and little or no rifling visible.

Relic: Heavy brown rust patina, broken or missing parts may or may not be functional.

Definitions of Mechanical Condition:

“Mechanics are crisp” means that the mechanical function of the firearm is nearly or exactly as it left the factory and functions perfectly.

“Mechanics are fine” means that the operation of the firearm is as it should be with no hitches or malfunctions to impede its proper use.

“Mechanics are functional” means almost the same thing but implies that they may be a little loose, worn and require careful handling.

“Mechanics need attention” means that there is something wrong that requires attention before the firearm can be effectively used.

Firearm Transfer Conditions

*** PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A TEMPORARY JUDICIAL HOLD ON THE 72 HOUR DELAY AT THE TIME OF THIS PUBLICATION. HOWEVER, THIS MAY CHANGE BY THE TIME OF THE AUCTION AND WE MAY BE REQUIRED TO ABIDE BY THE STATE MANDATE.****

All modern firearms, (excluding Class III & Foreign Purchases) may be purchased and taken possession of using one of the following options:

1) Handguns: Must be 21 years old. Non-resident buyers must first pay for the lot before leaving the facilities. Then after returning home, make arrangements with a local firearms dealer in their resident state to send us a copy of the firearms dealer FFL License. Upon receipt of the copy of their license we can then package and ship (at buyer’s expense) the handguns to the dealer. This is a federal law that must be complied with regardless of what state you come from. Maine residents may take possession after the 72 hour hold (IF APPLICABLE AT THE TIME) has been completed along with the form 4473 and passing the NICS background check.

2) Long Guns: Must be 18 years old. Both residents and non-residents may take possession of modern long arms by first paying then filing the ATF form 4473 and completing the NICS background check once the 72 hour hold (IF APPLICABLE AT THE TIME) has been completed. Only exceptions are states that have laws governing otherwise. Such as a waiting period, special permit, etc.

3) Antique Guns: May be purchased and picked up the day of sale by any resident or non-resident.

4) Must have a government issued photo ID that has a physical address. NOT A POST OFFICE ADDRESS.

5) Special Note: In most cases the background check will take 2 - 3 minutes to approve or deny. Exceptions may take up to four days. All NICS decision are beyond our control. We are required to follow them.

6) Shipping: Shipping arrangements can be made on most lots. They can be shipped by one of several methods. There is a charge for packing and or crating. All shipping and insurance costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Please refer to pages following the absentee bid pages for more information. If you have any further questions on shipping after reviewing the shipping info page then please call.

7) Warning: Neither Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc., consignors, employees or agents warrant the safety or the shootability of any firearm in this catalog. All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. IF you wish to attempt to shoot them you must have the weapons examined by a competent gunsmith who will test the weapon for its shootability and also insure that the caliber of the breech is in fact the caliber it is thought to be. Since all firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items they are not examined, tested or warranted by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc., consignors, employees or agents as to shootability.

Consultants for Poulin’s Firearms Auctions

James Julia, Neil Whitcomb, Bob French, Dave Sanders, Bill Taylor, Jeff Zimba, John Sexton, Malcom MacGregor, Leonardo Antaris, Ralph Wood, Ron Gabel, Matt Ducharme, Myles Welch and Marc Cammack were our consultants for this Firearms Auction. They have been in the firearms fields as gun smiths, consultants, and /or dealers for many years.

All of these gentlemen have worked closely with us to make a consistent effort in cataloging and correctly describing the property to be sold. Our intentions are to be as honest and fair as possible in our cataloging, giving a general description and idea of what the item is. We have tried to describe any possible problems with an item. If an error has been made please notify us and we will make necessary corrections.

Neil Whitcomb Ralph Wood

Dave Sanders Robert French

Jeff Zimba

John Sexton Malcom MacGregor

Ron Gabel

James Julia Matt Ducharme

Marc Cammack Myles Welsh

Things to do

Shopping

These quaint Maine towns offer an aesthetic shopping & dining experience.

Freeport

Hallowell

Bar Harbor

Portland Old Port

Guide Services

Maine has some fantastic guide services that are available. Whether you are interested in hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, or ATVs there are some excellent opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in ME.

Foliage & wildlife viewing

Interested in scenic views and chances of observing Maine wildlife? Here are some areas that we would recommend visiting.

Jackman

Greenville

Boothbay Harbor

Bar Harbor

Ogunquit

Camden/Rockland

Portland

Lodging

Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel (207) 873-0111

Fireside Inn & Suites (207) 873-3335

Holiday Inn Express & Suites (207) 873-2777

Hampton Inn (207) 873-0400

Lockwood Hotel (207) 660-0120

Airports

Bangor International Airport (50 Min. North)

Waterville Airport (10 Min. South)

Augusta Airport (30 Min. South)

Portland International Airport (60 Min. South)

American

Governor’s Restaurant

356 Main St. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-0677

Purple Cow

6 Skowhegan Rd Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 453-1371

Flatlanda Diner

224 Skowhegan Rd Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 238-9300 ~ Closes 2pm

Five Guys

373 Main St Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 313-5458

Applebee’s

249 Kennedy Memorial Drive Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-6702

Asian

Pad Thai Too

400 Kennedy Memorial Drive Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 859-8900

Ming Lee

365 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-2828

Asian Cafe

53 Bay Street Winslow, ME 04901 (207) 877-6688

Mirakuya Japanese Steak House

150 JFK Plaza Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 616-0088

BBQ/Steakhouse

The Proper Pig

14 Common St Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 616-3975

Italian

Amici’s Cucina

137 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4440

Seafood

18 Below Raw Bar & Grill

18 Silver Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4454

Specialty Dining

Front and Main

9 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 660-0130

OPA

139 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207)859-3103

Heritage House

182 Madison Avenue Skowhegan, ME 04976 (207) 474-5100

The Oak Table & Bar

233 Water St, Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 812-0727

Pizza

Sonny’s

146 Main Street Fairfield, ME 04937 (207) 453-7624

Cappza’s Pizza

255 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-7770

Portland Pie Company

173 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 401-6200

Local Pubs

Silver Street Tavern

2 Silver Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 680-2163

Mainely Brews

One Post Office Square Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-2457

O’Brien’s Irish Restaurant & Pub

375 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 873-0111

Mexican

Buen Apetito

99 W River Rd. Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 861-4649

SHIPPING INFORMATION

ALL ITEMS MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE THEY WILL BE SHIPPED, THIS INCLUDES SHIPPING/HANDLING CHARGES.

SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S.

1.) All U. S. A. shipping charges are charged to a credit card.

2.) Shipping will be handled in the order that we receive payment in full AND all necessary paperwork.

3.) Costs for shipping will include the following:

(a) The carrier cost charged by your choice of carrier such as FedEx, UPS or USPS.

(b) Insurance - $8.00 for the first $800 and 95¢ per each $100.00 after $800.

4.) It is your choice of carrier - Fed Ex, UPS or USPS. It is your choice on items (other than handguns) whether your items ship 3 day, 2 day, week, ground, etc.,

5.) ALL AMMUNITION AND FIREARMS ARE SHIPPED WITH ADULT SIGNATURE REQUIRED

6.) We reserve the right to refuse to ship and or insure an item we deem too fragile, delicate or bulky.

INSURANCE

Insurance – We use an outside insurance company to insure packages and the charge for insurance is $8.00 for the first $800 and 95¢ per each $100.00 after $800 OR by your own policy. Items will not be shipped unless you have insurance coverage. If you choose to use your own insurance we ask that you sign a waiver form. Please call our office to obtain this form.

OUTSIDE THE U.S. - SHIPPING & PAYMENT

Under no circumstances will we declare less value than the actual sale price on any shipments. Also we will not under any circumstances declare an item something other than what it is.

1.) ALL ITEMS MUST BE PAID BY WIRE TRANSFER OR CERTIFIED BANK CHECK IN U.S. FUNDS.

2.) All firearms, edged weapons & any item that has a portion of an animal (ivory, etc..) must go through an exporter.

3.) If you have purchased item (s) which need to be exported to your country, the following names are reputable firms here in this country that regularly handle all shipping and export matters. Please contact them to make arrangements to receive your purchases after payment is made.

4.) Our insurance carrier will not insure any items shipped to foreign countries. All foreign customers must make their own arrangements for insurance.

Firearm Transfer Conditions

Maine law dictates a 72 hour hold from the agreement to purchase a modern or curio firearm with in the state of Maine that has to be transferred on a 4473. FFL and C&R License Transfers are exempt. All modern firearms, (excluding Class III & Foreign Purchases) may be purchased and taken possession of using one of the following options:

1. Handguns: Must be 21 years old. Non-resident buyers must first pay for the lot before leaving the facilities. Then after returning home, make arrangements with a local firearms dealer in their resident state to send us a copy of the firearms dealer FFL License. Upon receipt of the copy of their license we can then package and ship (at buyers expense ) the handguns to the dealer. This is a federal law that must be complied with regardless of what state you come from. Maine residents may take possession immediately after completing the form 4473 and passing the NICS background check. Only exceptions are states that have laws governing otherwise. Such as a waiting period, special permit, etc...

2. Long Guns: Must be 18 years old. Both residents and non-residents may take immediate possession of modern long arms by first paying then filing the ATF form 4473 and completing the NICS background check. Only exceptions are states that have laws governing otherwise. Such as a waiting period, special permit, etc...

3. Antique Guns: May be purchased and picked up the day of sale by any resident or non-resident.

4. Must have a government issued photo ID that has a physical address. NOT A POST OFFICE ADDRESS.

5. Special Note: In most cases the background check will take 2 - 3 minutes to approve or deny. Exceptions may take up to four days. All NICS decision are beyond our control. We are required to follow them.

6. Shipping: Shipping arrangements can be made on most lots. They can be shipped by one of several methods. There is a charge for packing and or crating. All shipping and insurance costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Please refer to pages following the absentee bid pages for more information. If you have any further questions on shipping after reviewing the shipping info page then please call.

7. Warning: Neither Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc., consignors, employees or agents warrant the safety or the shootability of any firearm in this catalog. All firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items. IF you wish to attempt to shoot them you must have the weapons examined by a competent gunsmith who will test the weapon for its shootability and also insure that the caliber of the breech is in fact the caliber it is thought to be. Since all firearms in this catalog are sold as collector items they are not examined, tested or warranted by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc., consignors, employees or agents as to shootability.

Mail, Fax or Email to:

Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc

199 Skowhegan Road

Fairfield, Maine 04937

Tel #:1-800-872-4406 / 207-453-2114

Fax #: 1-207-453-2192

Email: info@poulinauctions.com

FIREARMS ABSENTEE & TELEPHONE BID FORM

Office Box Bid #___________________________

Auction Date:____________________

Time of Bid:_____________________

Abs. Bid:____Phone:____Both:_____

Employee Taking Bid:_____________ CC for Payment?____Shipping?_____

Print Name:__________________________________________________# 1 Phone:______________________

Business Name:______________________________________________ # 2 Phone:______________________

Street:______________________________________________________ Fax #:_________________________

City:_______________________________________________________

State:__________________________

Zip Code:______________________Email Address:________________________________________________

20% DEPOSIT REQUIRED

CC#:________________________________________Exp:_________________V# (On back of card)________

Type (check 1 please): Visa _______ MC _______ Discover _______ American Express _______

*** By completing the above information, I agree to abide by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. “Firearms, Terms & Conditions to the Buyer” as found on Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc website as well as in their catalog. Furthermore, I agree that if I do not make full payment within 18 days from last day of auction, that I authorize Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. to charge my credit card the full payment due them for my purchases.

*** I, ________________________________(Sign Your Name), desire to bid on the following items in Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. upcoming auction. The bids submitted by me are to be executed by Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. up to, but not exceeding, the amount(s) specified on the bid sheet. (This amount does not include the Buyer’s Premium). I understand that all my bids will be executed and accepted subject to Poulin’s Antiques & Auctions, Inc. “Firearms, Terms & Conditions to the Buyer”.

Description (Manufacturer, Model & Type)

FIREARMS AUCTION

CREDIT CARD /SHIPPING INFORMATION

Please use the following card for my: Invoice ___ Shipping

BID#

OFFICE USE ONLY

PMT CK CC WT MO

S/H INT

Name on CC:

Address associated with CC:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Credit Card # Exp.

V # ( found on back of card)

Your Signature:

Type of Card : Visa MC Disc or Amer. Exp

Your signature is required above to pay by credit card.

Any purchases not paid in full within 18 days of sale will be charged to buyer’s credit card.

SHIPPING METHOD

All shipping charges must be charged to a credit card.

ALL SHIPPING WILL BE DONE BY CHOOSING THE MOST ECONOMICAL CARRIER WHILE STAYING IN ACCORDANCE TO ALL CARRIER POLICIES AS WELL AS FEDERAL AND STATE LAWS

WE WILL NOT SHIP AN ITEM TO YOU THAT IS ILLEGAL FOR YOU TO HAVE IN YOUR CITY, COUNTY, STATE OR COUNTRY.

IS THERE ANY CARRIER YOU DO NOT WANT US TO USE? PLEASE CIRCLE: FEDEX UPS USPS

*Only FFL & C&R license holders are approved to use their FedEx or UPS account numbers for firearms shipments.

*If you choose to use your own Fed Ex or UPS account number, a credit card must still be used to pay us for labor & materials. Please put the credit card number in the above credit card space.

*Fed-Ex will no longer transport antique firearms unless they are being delivered to an FFL or a C&R License holder.

*All ammo will ship via Fed-Ex only.

*You must have an FFL to have a modern or curio firearm shipped. We must have a current copy of the FFL in our records.

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Leonardo M. Antaris, MD Independent Firearms Consultant & Cataloger with Poulin Auctions

• Articles in the NRA’s American Rifleman magazine

Magnificent Mausers, an Exploration of Unusual Pistols and Carbines, Feb 2018

In the Beginning: Semiautomatic Pistols of the 19th Century, Jan 2018

Chinese Broomhandles, Mar 2013

Spanish Broomhandles, Oct 2010

The Astra M400 (1921), Dec 2008

Leonardo M. Antaris, MD

Accepting his award for 1st Place Display at the 2017 OGCA show for his display “Spanish Gold: The Art of Gold Damascening”

Be sure to check out Dr. Antaris’ collector guides on his YouTube channel Historic Investments

Publications and Achievements

• Co-authored textbook Vickers Guide: SIG SAUER (Vol. 1), 2020

• Published textbook Astra Firearms and Selected Competitors, 2009

• Published textbook Star Firearms, 2001

• Published textbook Astra Automatic Pistols, 1988

Norman Greenberg (1934

– 2025)

Norman, to his friends Norm, was born in Decatur, Illinois in 1934. He passed away in April 2025. What he left behind was a legacy to his profession, his community, and to the Americana collecting fraternity.

Norm graduated from St. Louis College of Pharmacy in 1957. Along with his wife, Harriet, owned and operated Rambo Pharmacy in Decatur, Illinois for 48 years until retirement. During those years he achieved great business success and gave back to his community. He helped to establish the Macon County Conservation District, to protect the natural and cultural heritage of the area for public use and not for commercial development. He helped to establish a low-income health clinic and Planned Parenthood of Macon County. He was on the Board of Directors for the local YMCA and the Macon County Board of Supervisors. He even had a local health-centered radio program.

He received the Young Man of the Year award from the Decatur Jaycees and the Bowl of Hygeia for the state of Illinois, an award for outstanding community service. Norman was also a founding chapter president of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists for Illinois. He was a life member of the NRA, Illinois Rifle Association, The Decatur Gun Club, Okaw Valley Muzzleloaders, many other firearm collector organizations, and Temple B’nai Abraham.

All the while doing all of this, Norm was an avid history buff and developed an amazing collection of historic firearms, especially Colt (SAA), Sharps and Winchester rifles, western leather goods, powder horns and flasks, and many other western related items. Like many kids of his time, he grew up watching westerns on TV. He especially loved John Wayne, and anything associated with Wyatt Earp as most American youth did at the time. Norm belonged to an organization called Orville Dunham Antique Gun Collectors Association which he was a member of until his death. My father befriended, purchased firearms and was mentored by some of the great firearm collectors of Central Illinois. Names such as Tom Carter, Charlie Ferguson, Frank Hubbard Sr., Don Bryan, Jerry White, Bob Newsome, Howard Becker, Tom Olsen and Bruce Burtner. As Norm’s son, growing

up around all of this instilled into me a great love of firearms and all that goes along with it. What he taught me was that what really matters is not the item itself but the people you meet and the stories that are told! Of particular note: Meeting Gaines deGraffenried, former curator of the Homer Garrison Memorial Museum at Fort Fisher at Waco Texas, now known as the Texas Ranger Museum. I was one of the first children outside of his family to see his collection and home. Meeting Marion Sturdevant in the hills of Arkansas. He turned out to be a friend of Ronald Reagan’s and used to hunt with him. My father taught me the importance of meeting people and learning from them. That’s what collecting is really about.

Norm and beloved wife Harriet planted the seeds of making connections with people, love of history and the love of state, federal and local parks in their children, Michele and Aric.

The firearm that started it all for Norm was a Marlin .22 Cal. Golden 39-A Mounted with a scope and his last purchased firearm was a cased Colt 1861 Army that belonged to a Jewish merchant from Santa Fe, New Mexico. His most prized firearm was the Wyatt Earp Colt SAA which is being offered for sale.

With the offering of the esteemed Norman Greenberg Collection at auction, these personal treasures are being presented to the next caretakers for them to enjoy and preserve their history for generations to come. I know this would make Norm very happy.

Aric Greenberg

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Estate of Russell Dickerman

Russell Dickerman lead a fantastic life. When he was a teenager in Somerville Mass, he decided that school wasn’t for him. He packed up his 2 rifles and walked all the way up to the White Mountains in New Hampshire. He found work at a cabin rental business as a dishwasher. The property owners knew his family as the Dickerman’s had summered at the cabins quite often. They called his folks who waited until the weekend to drive up and bring him home. He knew that he wanted to live at the family farm in Milford NH.

While there, he decided to enlist in the Air Force. While there, he served at bases in California, Florida, the Phillipines and Africa. After his time in the airforce, he joined the reserves. He was called up for the Cuban Missle crisis for 2 weeks. He worked at Grenier Air Force Base in Manchester NH for many years as a sheet metal mechanic. When the base closed, he was transferred to the New Boston Air Force Satellite Tracking Station until his retirement.

Russ was a Lifetime Member of the NRA beginning in the 1960’s. He was an avid shooter, reloader and deer hunter.

His entire adult life included buying and trading guns; restoring them and researching their history. He also had quite an inventory of gun accessories such as 40 cartridge reloading tools, scopes, slings, bayonets and so much more.

He was a collector of antique cars and all manners of antiques. He owned 5 corvettes; 1954, 1957 , 1958, 1962, and 1965. He drove the ’65 daily, year round for 40 years! And it was a convertible! He owned a 1948 Indian mortorcycle that he drove to Florida and back to NH in the winter 1949.

He restored his colonial circa 1800 home and barn along with his wife Geri. One half of the second floor of the home was made specifically for his gun collection!

After serving in the airforce, he joined the reserves. He was called up for the cuban Missle crisis for 2 weeks. After, he worked at Grenier Air

Force Base in Manchester NH for many years as a sheet metal mechanic. When the base closed, he was transferred to the New Boston Air Force Satellite Tracking Station until his retirement. Russ and Geri worked to restore the old town of Monson NH that was on land that they owned in Hollis NH which they eventually donated to the Society of New Hampshire Forests which keeps the property and it’s history intact. They worked using donations to rebuild the last remaining house left in the small town and the grounds around it. Geri grew a beautiful flower garden next to the old house which was enjoyed by the many visitors who hiked the grounds of the old town. Russ became the town historian and had many conversations with folks over the years. To this day, the town is under the care of a dear friend of Russ’s who worked along side of him over the years keeping the property in good shape.

His legacy lives on through his nephew’s love of firearms and hunting. Russ and Geri are greatly missed but the mark they have left on this earth is also in the hearts of those who knew and loved them.

Noah’s Motors

Celebrating Over 50 Years

After more than five decades in business, Noah’s Motors (NMSAMA Mfg.) of Saugus, Massachusetts is closing its doors. Established in 1973 by owner and gunsmith Harry Cakounes, the shop first built its reputation around HarleyDavidson Motorcycles before, in the late 1980s, shifting focus to military firearms, memorabilia, and related equipment.

Harry, a U.S. Army veteran (1969–1976, Specialist E5), was awarded Expert qualification with the M-14 rifle. His service shaped both his skills and his passion, and Noah’s Motors quickly became known as the trusted place to service and restore military rifles.

Over the years, Noah’s Motors became widely recognized as a destination for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The shop earned a reputation not only for its skilled service, restoration, and manufacturing of firearms, but also for assembling a collection of rare, historically significant, and expertly crafted pieces.

As Noah’s Motors concludes this chapter, we are proud to partner with Poulin’s Auction to share the shop’s remarkable inventory with enthusiasts around the world. Each item offered reflects the standards, history, and passion that defined Noah’s Motors for more than half a century.

Norman Gene Olliff

Born June 27, 1937, Lebanon, Kansas. Norman grew up on his family’s farm located one mile north of the monument at the geographic center of the 48 states. He attended a one room school through 5th grade. He graduated from Lebanon High School. He is remembered for pranks and always being ready to race, setting speed records that still stand in his area.

His family Doctor never had children of his own, and he liked mentoring Norman who had an interest in learning everything he could. Norman loved guns, hunting, history and listening to people talking about their lives and experiences. He never met a stranger, starting conversations with anyone around him, listening to their stories.

Summers in high school, he worked with a German family in Graham County. He said he learned more from them than any college could have taught him. The Zohner brothers fixed all their own equipment, forging any parts they needed. They also liked to restore old guns and built and repaired clocks and pocket watches. They found Norman was interested in learning and they remained lifetime friends with him.

On November 24, 1957, he married Carol Drake. They had two children, Sheila and Verland. After attending boot camp, he worked for the Smith County ASCS – later named the Farm Service Agency. Norman became the County Executive Director at the Norton FSA office where he worked for 39 years and 7 months, retiring with honors in November 1996.

His passion for shooting prairie dogs, started with a Future Farmers of America pest contest in 1951. He loved taking people out to shoot. That wis how he became good friends with Herman Bockstrock and Bill Schwertfeger who worked for Olin Winchester. Herman was a plant manager and worked directly with Henry Olin. Norman had the opportunity to purchase Winchester items and guns from both Herman and Bill when they retired. Norman had prairie dog hunting down to a science, from his old hunting Suburban to his guns. He had agreements with farmers to control the dogs and often shot over 300 dogs in a day.

Norman was passionate about the Second Amendment and for years never missed attending an NRA convention. He was a big supporter and Founder Member of the NRA Whittington Center at Raton, NM. He was hunting deer, pheasants, and quail in Kansas and antelope in Wyoming every year he was able to. He also shot trap for years. He and Carol both shot at every trap

meet they could, including the ATA National and Kansas and Nebraska State meets. They went to the Las Vegas shoot every year. He reached his goal of shooting over 100,000 rocks.

Norman’s gun shop was a meeting place for friends who picked his brain for information about guns, and maybe drank a little Crown Royal. Everyone enjoyed looking at all the items he had collected. He never forgot any details about his shooting or collections. His main collections were guns and .22 boxes (he had over 5000 boxes ranging from 1865 to now). But he also liked and collected knives of all kinds, cartridges, Winchester tools and memorabilia, old pocket watches, old kitchen clocks, rubber tire ashtrays, you name it, he probably had it. He liked to work up loads for his guns. Everyone who visited his basement and vault, said they couldn’t believe how much he had. He loved helping people, whether giving advice on guns or cartridges.

He helped widows by giving them free estimates on guns they inherited and making sure they didn’t get cheated. He is remembered by people and friends all over the country, who liked him. His wife Carol died just before their 60th anniversary in 2017 and his daughter Sheila died in 2024. He married Vesta Hobbs, a longtime friend and collector in 2024. He is missed.

Curtis Spaulding Morse

Dr. Curtis Morse was a lifelong resident of Maine, an ardent student and math professor, an author, collector, woodworker, classical guitar player and business man. He was a caring family member and friend.

Curt earned three Mathematics degrees at the University of New Hampshire: his B.S. cum laude in 1963, M.S. with distinction in 1965, and Ph.D. in 1971. He taught Math at the University of Maine, Orono and Husson University between 1968 and 1999.

In 1975 Curt opened a general line antique shop with a specialty in bottles. He was an avid collector of fine bottles and published several original articles in antique journals. He was a loyal member of the area bottle club in Searsport.

Other interests included custom furniture making, antique cars, and seeking out Low Tiles for his mother, who was known as the “Maine Low Art Tile Lady”. Additionally, he was an aficionado of the artist Salvador Dali and a huge fan of the musician Elvis Presley.

In 2005, Curt married Jean Anne Mahoney, R.N. of Belfast, and together they shared many interests including antiquing and pursuing their creative craft work side by side.

Finally, Curt was intrigued by the history and artistry of European and Islamic arms. This catalog especially highlights Curt’s rare European and Islamic arms collection alongside special artisan “Taj Mahal” gun racks that Curt made by hand with Birdseye maple wood. Poulin Firearms is honored to have been selected by Dr. Morse to bring these true works of art to the auction venue. It is our hope that when they find their next home, they will be appreciated for their history and beauty for years to come.

Charles P. Wagner

When Charles (Charlie) Wagner was 14 years old in 1953, he purchased a 25 cent raffle ticket at a school festival. That lucky ticket won for him his first gun, and as he proudly carried that rifle home, he knew that it was the beginning of a lifelong passion. A few months later he rode his bicycle (being still too young to drive a car) to a gun store so that he could spend his paycheck on a British Enfield pistol. He then pedaled back home with his new pistol and ammo in the basket on his bicycle. Two months later he had earned enough money to go back to the store for a K98 Mauser rifle which he carried under his arm as he biked back to his house. He proceeded to collect guns for almost 70 years, amassing world class collections of FN High Powers, Walther PPKs, Radoms, and Lugers. While handguns were his main focus, he also acquired excellent examples of many types of rifles and holsters. At the end of his life he had amassed over 500 guns and over 400 holsters. His children have kept some of his pieces as a part of his legacy but, given the enormity of the collection, they will be parting with some over the next few years so that other collectors can enjoy the pieces that meant so much to him.

Charlie didn’t just collect; he loved learning and researching about the history of his firearms. He relished becoming an expert on a topic and would gladly talk for hours with others who shared his passion. His drive to learn everything there is to know about his firearms pushed him to become one of the most knowledgeable people in the country on the FN High Power. He served as President of the Browning Collector’s Association, and attended gun shows all over the country with his FN High Power display (winning many awards such as 2001’s Best of Show at Kansas City’s National Summer Arms Show and 1st Place at the 2015 National Gun Day in Louisville, KY).

For over 60 years he was a regular participant at gun shows all across the country and truly enjoyed spending time with others who shared his passion for firearms. He would be happy to know that many of his favorite pieces will find their way back into the collecting community.

Brian Linde

Title II Manufacturer For Over 30 Years Under The Name Of Sporting Arms Company

Brian Linde started his professional career as a Naval officer with a degree in Nuclear Engineering Technology from Oregon State University. He was an operations engineer for many years at a nuclear power plant in Minnesota and then took over as the nuclear security manager in 1999. Brian worked through the issues of post 9/11 security and was a significant contributor to the upgrades made in the nuclear industry following 9/11. He was director of nuclear security for a fleet of 6 nuclear plants in the Midwest.

Following that, he worked as a nuclear security manager for a uranium enrichment facility in New Mexico. Before retiring, he served as a security advisor and travelled all over the world and consulting on critical infrastructure protection issues in the energy sector and civil projects. He was also a professional adversary trainer for corporations and law enforcement. He was on board of directors for the Military Historical Society of Minnesota c/o MN Military Museum at Camp Ripley in Little Falls from 1996 – 2003. He was a member and officer of the Monticello Gun Club in Minnesota. He was a member of the Minnesota Weapons Collector’s Association and a lifetime member of the NRA.

Poulin Auctions is exceptionally proud to bring several of Brian’s NFA firearms to the market. From the novice to the advanced collector, this selection from Brian’s collection surely has something for everyone.

Brian was also the member and contributor to several internet boards/forums:

• Jouster2.com/Forum

• Luger forum

• M14forum.com

• Machinegunboards. com

• Snugbus.com

• Sturmgewehr.com

has no further provision for the loading lever and may be a transition from the First Models that did not have a lever. Open top action operated by a ring lever located forward of the trigger guard. 6-shot cyl. with rounded rear shoulders of the Improved Model that predated the addition of the permanent loading lever. Cyl. scene has a greater circumference than the horseman & centaur deer hunting scene of the first model, with the addition of a house at the opposite end of the transverse “COLT” marking. Frame features a right side loading groove with screw attached top tang having a curled thumbrest on the lower tang. Straight hand walnut stock with cheekpiece and crescent steel buttplate. Matching serial numbers are found on the cyl. base pin collar, rear of cyl., and rear of bbl. lug. The No. 2 ring lever rifles are serial numbered in their own range of 1 to approx. 500. Approx. 100 No. 2 ring lever rifles were ordered by the Army of the Republic of Texas, S#s are unknown and no identifying markings are noted. Mfg. 1838-1841. CONDITION: metal shows a heavy brown patina with dents and handling marks showing spots of light corrosion and very fine pitting that are most prevalent on the cyl. Buttplate has a dull reblued appearance. Cyl. retains some lightly visible scene. Action functions properly. Lever hangs loose. Unsanded stock shows dents and marks with areas of crazing finish having chips along the top tang and the buttplate peak. Good bore, exhibiting small scattered spots of dark pitting, while retaining strong rifling. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27720/DS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-22,500.

CT. U.S.A.”. Left side of frame is marked “COLT’S PATENT/ Nov. 24th 1857”. Blued finish with case colored hammer, trigger, and loading lever. 2-band fastened musket length forearm and straight grip walnut stock with crescent steel buttplate. Additional fittings include sling swivels, brass forearm cap, and brass tipped steel ramrod that threads into a carrier tube. Matching serial numbers are found on the bottom of the frame, trigger guard tang, as well as on the buttplate. Serial numbers for the Model 1855 are complicated as they were serial numbered in ranges by calibers, which also included the half-stock sporting rifle, military rifle, and revolving carbine. As few as 100 to a few hundred full stock sporting rifles were mfg. 1856-1864. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. and frame retain over 80% lightly faded blue showing scattered scratches and handling marks. Cyl. has a 50% remaining blue blending with spots of finish loss. Trigger guard tang has faded to gray. Buttplate has dull fading blue. Hammer and loading lever retain some lightly visible case colors.v Stock and forearm have good original finish showing scattered scratches, marks, and light dents. Small chips are found behind the rear forearm band. Action is tight with sound mechanics. Near excellent retaining strong rifling. An outstanding, high condition revolving rifle. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27724/DS). ANTIQUE. $14,000-18,000.

Cal. 56. S# 11713. Standard configuration of the British contracted colt model 1855 revolving carbine, 21” octagonal to round barrel, 3-leaf adjustable rear sight, tall pinched brass blade front sight, Five shot fluted cylinder, root patent side hammer, unique to the British model is brass buttplate and trigger guard. British proofs stamped on each cylinder chamber and left side of barrel breech. These British military carbines are found in serial range 10,000 to 12,000, most seeing hard use and wear, but a handful have surfaced over the years which show little use such as this one. Some speculation though not confirmed was that a group of these late 1850s manufactured carbines were shipped back to the United States for the Civil War. Regardless, there are a cluster of high condition British proof carbines that have sold in the collector market over the years and this is the only saddle ring variety available. CONDITION: fine to excellent overall, barrel retains about 30% bright factory blue, frame retains 50%, cylinder has about 20% thinning blue with balance plum/gray patina. Hammer & loading assembly have muted case colors blending into silver/gray patina. “COL. COLT HARTFORD CT.U.S.A.” stamped in sighting groove in crisp, “PATENTED SEPT. 10TH 1850” is well struck on one cylinder flute. “COLT’S PATENT/NOV. 24th 1857” in arc is only partially struck on the left side of the frame above saddle ring which is typical on this model. Stock is fine with few scattered small dents and scratches. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny mirror-like rifled bore. (01-27216/JS). ANTIQUE. $14,000-18,000.

4004. FINE COLT MILITARY MODEL 1855 REVOLVING RIFLE. Cal. 56. S# 755. This is a superior example of the Colt full stock military revolving rifle, 31” barrel, 3 possession adjustable rear sight up to 500 yards, front sight double s as angular bayonet lug, checkered forearm and wrist, buff leather military sling with brass buckle. CONDITION: in overall barrel and frame retain about 30% blue finish with balanced mottled plum/ gray. Stock is sound, Small plug repair on the left side just forward of checkering, mechanically fine, right crisp shiny rifled bore. (01-27215/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

453-2114

Walker Colt Revolver

D-Company # 55

4005. WALKER COLT REVOLVER, D-COMPANY # 55. Cal 44. S# D company 55. This revolver is honest survivor that had barrel shortened to dragoon length during its period of use. It is pictured in the 2003 “Parade of Walkers” and has good collection history. The original Walker loading arm has been altered by brazed 1.5” dragoon style end with spring latch seen on other Walkers for continued use. The barrel is cut to 7 3/8” with small brass inset front sight. This is a very attractive Walker with the best markings and “as found” appearance from it time of use in the west until discovered by Montana collector John Fox about 40 years ago. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Research file including 2003 Parade of Walkers bound certificate, copy of TX Gun Collectors 2003 Bulletin where revolver is pictured, Gun Report vol 49, No. 3, 2003 where revolver is pictured and described. CONDITION: Very good overall and better than most Walkers encountered. The only modern restoration is the loading lever catch which is rusted to match rest of gun. The non-spring wedge is unmarked period replacement. Matching “D company 55” serial numbers on barrel, frame, cylinder, and grip strap are all crisp and among the best you ever encounter. Cylinder pin has crack at slot just forward of S# Iron has an overall “as found” uncleaned mottled gray patina. “Ormsby Dragoon Fight” rolled cylinder scene is superior to vast majority of all survivors where most have no discernible scene and barely

JS). ANTIQUE. $125,000-250,000.

4006. EXCEPTIONAL COLT BELT MODEL PATERSON REVOLVER, NO. 2 REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 455. Paterson 31 caliber belt model pistols were made in 2 patterns in same serial numbered range 1837-1840. The straight grip pattern is No. 2 revolver, the other pattern has flared grips and designated No. 3 revolvers. Total production estimated at 850. Standard configuration, 4.5” octagonal barrel, German silver blade front sight, slanted script address: “Patent Arms M’g Co Paterson N-J Colt’s Pt.”, folding spur trigger, 5 shot cylinder with unique Colt centaur rolled scene, mounted with very nicely figured walnut grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of December 1958 Gun report photo of revolver held by Irman Polishuk, copy of back cover of June 1971 Gun Report where revolver is offered. 2004 letter offering revolver. CONDITION: extremely fine, all matching S#s including barrel, wedge, cylinder rotating plate, frame, backstrap, & grip. Not further disassembled to check for other numbers. About 90% original bright factory blue overall, grip frame has thin blue balance silver/gray patina. Cylinder scene with centaur and 4-horsehead Colt logo is crisp and all discerned. Grip shows fine figure and color, one dent in left bottom edge. Hammer retains muted dark case colors. Mechanics fine, crisp bright shiny multi-groove rifling. PROVENANCE: Iman Polishuk collection; Bob Elz offered for sale in June 1971 Gun Report; John Gangle sold to Norman Greenberg, 2004; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27658/JS).

4007. COLT TEXAS PATERSON REVOLVER, VERY RARE 2-BARREL SET. Cal. 36. S# 965. Rarely seen Texas Paterson with 12” & matching

Collectors “Parade of Walkers” with copy included in lot. The No. 5 Holster Model Texas Paterson is the holy grail of early colts along with Walkers. 1000 Texas Patersons were made 1838-1840 and 4 documented survivors are known with both long & short barrel sets. The revolver conforms to standard configuration with 5-shot cylinder with rolled stagecoach holdup scene marking, tiny silver blade front sights, 12” barrel has Colt Paterson address, short barrel does not, varnished 1-piece walnut grips. Serial number was observed on the rear face of both barrels, cylinder, cylinder rotating ring, bottom of grip strap, and wedge. Revolver was not disassembled as it is well known and published in several texts. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: undated Hal Retting, Colt Industries note with attached description of revolver. Copy of Texas Gun Collectors “Parade of Texas Patersons” 1995 edition of bulletin, copy of pertinent pages from Colt Paterson texts. CONDITION: good overall, all original and matching, noted restoration is restored hammer spur, replaced wedge screw on long barrel, and 1” inset to grip at inside right toe, grips retain about 20% original varnish, traces of blue are found on both barrels with numerous small nicks and scratches, cylinder was mostly discerned cylinder scene with areas of pitting, barrel address appears purposely mostly removed-but partially discerned. Mechanics are functional, sharp multi-groove Paterson rifling. PROVENANCE: Found in Izmar, Turkey in 1961; Paul Sorrell collection; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27660/JS). ANTIQUE. $50,000-75,000

4008. VERY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT BELT MODEL PATERSON REVOLVER, NO. 3. Cal. 31. S# 537. Engraved Colt Patersons are among the rarest and most desirable of all American arms. This flared grip model has an esteemed collection history and is published. Finely engraved with early vine scroll and hound’s head, mounted with ivory grips. There is an estimated 25-40 engraved Paterson belt models made, and only a fraction ivory gripped, all highly prized, long collection history. Standard configuration of flared grip No. 3 revolver, made in late 1830s, 4 5/8” octagonal barrel, German silver blade front sight, folding spur trigger, 5 shot cylinder with Colt centaur rolled scene. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of December 1971 Antique Arms Annual where revolver is pictured on back cover, John Gangle letter describing history of revolver. Copy of page from RL Wilson’s Colt Engraving. CONDITION: very good overall, appears all original, matching S#s including barrel, wedge, cylinder rotating plate, & cylinder, not disassembled to check for other numbers, no finish, smooth gray patina, scattered light pitting, engraving very good, cylinder scene is worn and about half discerned. Chip repairs to left grip. Mechanics are functional but tight, crisp multi-groove rifling. PROVENANCE: Dr. Chester Bonoff (1920-2001) collection; Johnnie Bassett (19191984) collection; Bob Elz-Elz Fargo guns; Harry Marx collection, The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection 1996. (01-27657/ JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-45,000.

4009. FINE & RARE HISTORIC MASSACHUSETTS SURCHARGED COLT 2ND MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER CARRIED BY PROMINENT MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL CHARLES DEVENS OF WORCHESTER. Cal. 44. S# 10648. Only 100 Massachusetts 2nd model Dragoons were purchased. All bought by Mass board of Ordnance in 1852. All are scattered in the mid 10000 serial range. Several were owned by important Massachusetts personalities, such as one of a pair in Smithsonian carried in Civil War by General Benjamin Butler, S# 10603. Another was owned by 6th Mass surgeon who performed the field surgery of the Civil War, S# 10646. General Charles Devens, Jr (1820-1891) was Civil War Union Brigadier General with impressive bronze equestrian statue in front of Worchester County Courthouse since 1906. Another larger-than-life bronze statue of the general is displayed in Boston cast in 1895. Devens was longtime prominent & important Massachusetts personage, graduate of Harvard Law School in 1840, member of the Massachusetts State Senate in 1848, US Marshall of Massachusetts, 1849 to 1853 (where he probably received this revolver), general in Mass State Militia, and served on the US Department of Justice in 1860 just prior to the Civil War. He volunteered immediately and was appointed Major of the 3rd Mass Mounted Rifles, shortly after, has was promoted to colonel of the 15th Massachusetts and was wounded in action for the first of 3 times at the Battle of Balls Bluff. He was promoted Brigadier General in April 1862 and being wounded a second time at battle of Seven Pines. He was then given command of the 1st Brigade of the IV Corps in the Maryland Campaign. Assigned commander of the 1st Division, XI Corps in 1863, he fought at the Battle of Chancellorsville where he was wounded the 3rd time. In 1864, he was division commander at Battle of Cold Harbor and in the Overland Campaign. During the Siege of Petersburg, he commanded the 3rd Division, XXIV Corps and his troops were the first to occupy Richmond, Virginia in April 1865. For distinguished service, he was brevetted Major General of US Volunteers and served as commander of the military district of Charleston, South Carolina until 1866. After the war, he was judge of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. No wonder there are 2 statues of him in Massachusetts. Both statues are well known and considered among the finest aesthetic. When the equestrian statue was unveiled in 1906, over 1000 veterans attended and the flag of his old 15th Mass regiment was flown. Devens was also Commander of the Grand Army of Republic from 1873-1875 before being appointed Attorney General of the United States 18771881 under President Rutherford Hayes. The revolver is in beautiful condition in standard configuration for Colt 2nd model dragoon, blue and case colored, 7-1/2” octagonal to round barrel, German silver front blade sight and “ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK” address. Trigger guard is stamped with S# and Massachusetts surcharge “MS”. “COLT’S PATENT” / “U.S.” stamped on left side of frame. Square back brass trigger guard is characteristic of 1st & 2nd model dragoons. Walnut 1-piece grip has 2 inspector cartouches “WAT” (William A. Thornton) and “JCB” (Joseph C. Bragg). Bragg sub-inspector initial “B” is seen on barrel, loading lever, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, backstrap, & grips. Revolver is 100% original and in configuration used in Civil War, all serial numbers match except cylinder which is 10510. Dr. Norman Smith was officer in 6th Mass Militia prior to war and carried S# 10646 just 2 serial numbers apart from General Devens revolver. Smith’s revolver had mismatched cylinder like this revolver but was renumbered to match. Most dragoons were issued in pairs as noted by Ben Butler’s, another known pair are S#s 10432 & 10549 both with “AME” monogram. The 2nd Model Dragoon was the lowest production of all the Dragoon models and of that limited production, only one hundred were purchased by Massachusetts. This is beautiful & rare Colt 2nd model dragoon owned by a prominent Civil War general, wounded 3 times during war and division commander from 1861-1866. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Family file including notarized affidavit dated May 23, 2023 stating descent of this revolver from General Devens through family of Devens brother Arthur as the general never married. Also in lot is brief biography of General Devens and file on S# 10646 of Norman Smith, Mass militia, a very comparable revolver. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, small traces of blue observed in protected areas, and traces of case colors, revolver is overall smooth gray patina with crisp markings. Rolled “MODEL U.S.M.R.” & “COLT’S PATENT” & “Dragoon-Indian fight” cylinder scene is very good, 5 of 6 safety pins are still crisp. Cartouches are both discernible & grips fit well. Mechanics are fine, bore is bright & shiny. PROVENANCE: Charles Devens, Jr (1820-1891), Devens family descent. (01-27273/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

4010. RARE MARTIAL COLT WHITNEYVILLE HARTFORD

DRAGOON. Cal. 44. S# 2933. Once referred to as the “Fluck” dragoon, this revolver was part of a government contract of 1000, November 1847 serialized 2000-3000, the earliest examples were made of left over and reworked Walker parts. Standard configuration, 7.5” octagonal to round barrel, one-line New York address, small “COLT’S PATENT / US” on left side of frame, the “US” stamp has been purposely obliterated as often seen on early martial Colts, 1-piece walnut grips with barely discerned outline of inspection cartouche. Tiny Walker font serial number dies all match on barrel, frame, wedge, trigger guard, back strap, and cylinder. Inspection initials “B” are observed on barrel & bottom of trigger bow. “P” for Nathan Patch who inspected Walkers is found on trigger guard and back strap. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Copy of Dick Salzer’s ASAC article “Debunking the Fluck myth” which details the history of these rare Whitneyville made Colt dragoons. CONDITION: good as restored, barrel is stretched from face of lug forward as is loading assembly, balance of revolver appears original other than 6 or 7 replaced screws. No finish, gray metal with pitting. Mechanics function, bore probably relined when barrel was restored, rifling looks good with pitting. PROVENANCE: Little John Auction, Andy Singer Collection, 2003; Heritage Auctions lot 72191 June 30, 2008; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27605/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4011. GOOD MARTIAL 3RD MODEL COLT DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 17223. Standard configuration blue and color case hardened with 7.5” octagonal to round barrel, German silver blade front sight, 1-line New York address, 3-position folding sight inset over part of address. Frame stamped “COLT’S PATENT” / “U.S.”, made for shoulder stock with cutouts in recoil shields, 4th frame screw, and notched back strap. Brass trigger guard & iron backstrap contain an oil finished walnut grip with US inspector cartouches. Cylinder has the Ormsby engraved Dragoon-Indian fight scene and “MODEL U.S.M.R. / COLT’S PATENT” cartouches surrounding the S#. Several parts have sub inspectors initials, C, T, and M. This is an attractive gun, complete and original issued to 2nd US Dragoons at Fort Kearney in 1859 as one of 462 pairs of dragoons with stocks. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: binder of information on dragoon revolvers. CONDITION: very good overall, overall mottled brown/gray patina with staining and light pitting, all matching. Cylinder scene is about half discernible, safety pins smashed. Wedge missing spring, loading lever pivot screw replaced with hammered bolt during period of use. Mechanics need attention, hammer cocks but cylinder does not advance, good dirty rifled bore. (01-27905/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

Cal. 31. S# 13859. Bbl. 4” octagon with New York address. Brass cone type front sight. Factory installed loading lever with cut out on right side of bbl. lug as offered after approx. S# 11,000. 5-shot rnd. cyl. with stagecoach hold up scene roll engraving. Case colored frame. Left side of frame is marked “COLT’S/ PATENT”. Brass back strap and square back trigger guard with silver finish. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever, and bbl. wedge have matching #s. 1-piece walnut grip. Mfg. in approx. 1850. CONDITION: bbl. has 40% dull blue showing edge wear and handling marks. Cyl. has largely faded to gray showing 90% clearly visible scene. Frame shows a small amount of barely visible case colors on its sides. Grip straps have over 50% silver finish showing a mild tarnish. Original grip finish shows scattered scratches and marks. Tight sound action. Bore is generally bright with sound rifling showing some very light pitting. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27537/ DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-6,000.

Cal. 31. S# 12597. Revolver was made 1850, last year of this model, standard configuration with scarce 6” longest barrel, 2-line New York City address with dashes which is last address rolled die used for this model, distinctive baby dragoon made without loading assembly, and square back triggerguard. CONDITION: good to very good overall, S# all match, but numbers reengraved on barrel & cylinder, no cylinder scene, metal is gray, brass grip strap retains about 30% silver plate, grips sound with varnish. Mechanics fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Brian Lebel Auction lot 105, June 23, 2018; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27607/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4014. FINE COLT GUSTAV YOUNG CASED & ENGRAVED MODEL 1849 REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 91163. Standard configuration Colt model 1849 pocket revolver, 6” octagonal barrel hand engraved “SAM’L COLT” by Gustav Young during his heyday at Colt in 1854. Frame engraved in arc “COLTS PATENT” on left side. 5-shot cylinder has rolled stagecoach scene with small added hand engraved details which is rarely observed, 3 of 5 safety pins are present. Deluxe engraving is finer detail, more defined scrolls & finer pebbled background then the norm, elaborate foliate scrolls terminating in petaled flowers and 2 dog’s heads on either side of barrel housing. S#s are accompanied by a small punch dot which indicated extra polish for engraving. Revolver is housed in rare beveled blue velvet lined oak casing with contoured divider for revolver. The case contains “COLTS PATENT” eagle & stars flask, a brass “COLTS PATENT” bullet & ball mold without sprue cutter, a packet of 6 combustible cartridges and a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps with green label. CONDITION: fine, all matching and complete. Revolver retains most of its original finish, though only traces of blue on cylinder, and case colors are mostly muted. Grip strap engraved en suite retains most all its original factory silver, grips have good fire to burl retaining most all their bright factory varnish. Mechanics fine, crisp rifled bore. Casing is equally fine, “COLT’S PATENT” flask is very good with light denting and half of its original varnish, 2-cavity brass “COLTS PATENT” mold & cartridge pack are fine, Ely green label cap tin is good with flaking to label. Beveled oak casing is very good, but locked open with no key. PROVENANCE: Michael Simens collection; Steve Ardia collection; James Julia Auction lot 2122, March 15, 2016. (01-28152/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

CASED FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER, IVORY GRIPS. Cal. 31. S# 114088. Standard configuration 5” octagonal barrel engraved: “SAML COLT”. “COLTS PATENT” engraved in arc on frame, full coverage engraving of Gustav Young shop, scrolls terminating in flowers and hound’s head on left barrel lug, well patinaed factory ivory smooth ivory grips. Housed in red velvet lined mahogany casing fit for COLTS PATENT eagle & stars flask, 2-cavity COLTS PATENT brass mold, embossed ELY cap tin, unopened pack of cartridges, and loose balls. CONDITION: very good overall, about 10% thinning reapplied blue on barrel, half of reapplied silver plate remains, discernible stagecoach holdup scene on cylinder, markings & engraving good, mechanics good, crisp rifled bore. Well fit smooth ivory grips. Casing is very good, components good to very good. (01-28153/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4015.

4016. EXTREMELY FINE CIVIL WAR CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 187873. Standard configuration of other early 1861 manufactured survivors, 5” octagonal barrel with one line New York address, five shot cylinder with rolled Stagecoach hold up scene, “COLTS / PATENT” stamped on left side of frame, blued and case color finish, varnished walnut one piece grip, silver plated trigger guard and back strap. Housed in an original Colt mahogany casing with maroon lining, retaining a very fine “COLTS PATENT” eagle flask. CONDITION: excellent overall, retaining over 80% original bright blue and case colors, over 95% silver plate which has darkened. Grips retain virtually all of their original bright factory varnish, mechanics crisp, all 5 crisp cylinder pins, bright crisp rifled bore. Case lining is soiled, and worn. The flask is very fine retaining most of its original varnish. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (01-27174/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4017. COLT MODEL 1849 GUSTAVE YOUNG STYLE FACTORY ENGRAVED CAP & BALL REVOLVER WITH CASE. Cal. 31. S# 97331. Bbl. 4” octagon bbl. with brass bead. Top flat is engraved “Sam Colt”. 6-shot rnd. cyl. Left side of frame is engraved “COLT’S/ PATENT”. Frame has full coverage foliate scroll engraving with punch dot backgrounds. Bbl., grip straps, and loading lever have over 50% coverage matching engraving. Cyl. has complimentary engraving done by a different hand at a later time that runs across the top of the S#. Original finish was blue and case colored with silver finished brass back strap and small brass trigger guard. 1-piece ivory grip. Mfg. in 1854. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: wood casing with green velour fitted interior. Case contains small eagle flask marked “COLTS/ PATENT”, 2-cavity brass mold, Eley Bro. cap tin, and case key. Case exterior has lightly worn finish showing scattered scratches, marks, and small dents. Case interior shows moderate wear. CONDITION: bbl. and receiver finish have a natural gray faded appearance showing small dents and spots of very light pitting. Cyl. has a brighter appearance with engraving having a fresher unworn look. Brass grip straps retain over 30% silver. Grip shows age related yellowing and checking. Cyl. does not rotate properly when action is cycled. Pitted bore retains intact rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27446/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4018. EXTREMELY FINE COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER.

Cal. 31. S# 283476. Standard configuration, 5” octagonal barrel with one line New York address, five shot cylinder with rolled Stagecoach hold up scene, “COLTS / PATENT” stamped on left side of frame, blued and case color finish, varnished walnut one piece grip, silver plated trigger guard and back strap. CONDITION: excellent overall, retaining over 95% original bright

4019. RARE NEW YORK PENITENTIARY INSCRIBED COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. 111134. Standard configuration made in 1856, 4” octagonal barrel with 2-line “ADDRESS SAML COLT / NEW YORK CITY” address with brackets, small “COLT’S / PATENT” right side of frame, stagecoach holdup scene rolled 5-shot cylinder. Brass trigger guard and backstrap hold varnished walnut grips. Backstrap engraved in period script: “New York Penitentiary” and “No. 10” on butt. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching and complete, most of “stagecoach holdup” cylinder scene visible, cleaned gray metal, traces of finish in protected areas. Mechanically fine, good rifled bore, grips traces of their original factory varnish. (01-28135/ JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

4020. COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER & BULLET MOLD. Cal. 31. S# 275113. Bbl. 4”. Model 1849 Pocket mfg. by Colt in 1865. Top flat of the bbl. is marked with Colt’s New York address. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS/ PATENT” with “31 CAL” on the left side of the trigger guard. Cyl. is roll engraved with Colt’s stagecoach scene. Blued bbl. and cyl. with case color hardened frame, hammer, and loading lever. Small pattern brass trigger guard with brass backstrap. Frame is fitted with a 1-piece smooth walnut grip. Brass bead front sight. All serialized parts are matching and include the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl., bbl., and bbl. wedge. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown leather holster with light tooling along edges, marked “303C 4” on the belt loop, as well as a Colt marked bullet mold. CONDITION: case colored parts retain trace to fair amounts of their original finish, with the balance fading to a mottled gray patina. Bbl. retains large amounts of its original blue finish, showing areas of mild wear and thinning that show through to gray patina, with some scattered patches of light surface oxidation and some scattered handling marks. Cyl. retains fair amounts of its original blue, with the balance fading to a gray patina, showing scattered spots of light surface oxidation. Brass trigger guard and back strap retain fair amounts of original dark tarnished silvering plating and shows scattered handling marks. Bright bore, exhibiting scattered spots and patches of mild to moderate pitting, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Grip shows scattered marks and minor impressions, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. Proper manual mechanics. Holster remains malleable, showing some age related cracking and crazing, with some tearing present on the right edge of the closure flap. Bullet mold retains a dark gray patina with scattered handling marks and spots of light surface oxidation. (01-26670/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,600-2,200.

4021. COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Cal. 31. S# 180095. Bbl. 4” octagon with Hartford address and brass bead front sight. 5-shot rnd. stagecoach scene roll engraved cyl. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished large brass trigger guard and backstrap. 1-piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., wedge, and loading lever have matching S#s. Mfg. in 1860. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt marked 2-cavity iron bullet mold. CONDITION: metal has gray appearance showing dents and handling marks with evidence of light cleaning. Grip straps show light cleaning having small amounts of silver finish in protected areas. Grips have worn finish with handling marks having small chips at butt. Functioning action. Cyl. retains over 70% lightly visible scene. Dark lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. Bullet mold has faded gray appearance showing dents and marks with small spots of pitting. (0126678/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4022. COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Bbl. 6” octagon with New York address and cone type brass front sight. 5-shot rnd. cyl. with stagecoach scene roll engraving. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever, and wedge have matching S#s. Blue and case colored finish with silver finish small brass trigger guard and backstrap. 1-piece walnut grip. Mfg. 1853. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray. Grip straps show small amounts of silver finish. Cyl. has lightly worn scene. Grips have worn finish showing scratches and marks. Functioning action. Bore retains sound rifling showing small spots of very light pitting. (01-26672/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4023. COLT 1849 POCKET “WELLS FARGO” MODEL

PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 181636. Bbl. 3” octagon without loading lever has New York address and brass bead front sight. 5-shot rnd. cyl. with stagecoach scene roll engraving. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished large brass trigger guard and backstrap. Bbl., frame, grip straps, and cyl. have matching #s. Wedge has nonmatching # “49052”. Mfg. in 1861. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt marked 2-cavity iron mold and 3 rnd. balls. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing areas of light pitting. Grip straps retain over 30% silver finish having acquired a partial dark tarnish. Grips show moderate wear and handling marks. Sound mechanics. Lightly pitted bore retains strong rifling. Bullet mold has faded gray appearance with areas of light pitting. (01-26681/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4024. COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

31. S# 107521. Bbl. 4” octagon with New York address and brass cone type front sight. 5-shot rnd. cyl. with stagecoach scene roll engraving. Bbl., frame, grip straps, loading lever, and wedge have matching numbers. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished small brass trigger guard and backstrap. 1-piece walnut grip. Mfg. 1862. CONDITION: bbl. and action have faded to gray showing scattered light pitting. Grip straps retain 80% silver finish showing spots of dark tarnish. Cyl. retains very good scene. Grip has lightly worn finish showing scratches and marks. Cyl. fails to rotate properly when action is cycled. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-26671/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4025. CIVIL WAR COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. S# 213533. Standard configuration made during Civil War in 1862, 4” octagonal barrel with 1-line “NEW YORK US AMERICA” address, small “COLT’S / PATENT” right side of frame, stagecoach holdup scene rolled 6-shot cylinder. Brass trigger guard and backstrap hold varnished walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hand drawn colored collection card by Roger Ballard. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching, complete & original, good cylinder scene, 4 of 6 functional safety pins intact, gray iron patina, sharp edges, good markings. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore, grips retains most of their original factory varnish. PROVENANCE: Roger Ballard Collection. (01-26290/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4026. CIVIL WAR ERA COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER.

31. S# 139926. Standard configuration made prior to Civil War circa 1858, 4” octagonal barrel with 2-line NEW YORK US AMERICA address with brackets, small “COLT’S / PATENT” right side of frame, stagecoach holdup scene rolled 5-shot cylinder. Brass trigger guard and backstrap hold varnished walnut grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hand drawn colored collection card by Roger Ballard. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching, complete & original, good cylinder scene, functional safety pins intact, mottled gray iron patina, good markings, . Mechanically fine, good rifled bore, well fit grips retain traces of their original factory varnish. PROVENANCE: Roger Ballard Collection. (01-26289/JS). ANTIQUE. $700-900.

Cal. 31. S# 3750. Bbl. 4” octagon with London address and brass cone style front sight. 5-shot rnd. cyl. with stagecoach scene roll engraving. Large iron trigger guard and iron backstrap. Blue and case colored finish. 1-piece walnut grip. Left bbl. flat and cyl. have British proofs. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., wedge, and loading lever have matching S#s. Mfg. in 1854. CONDITION: metal has cleaned gray appearance showing scattered light pitting. Cyl. retains exceptionally clear stagecoach scene. Grip has moderately worn finish with dents and marks. Sound action. Bore retains strong rifling

4028. CASED COLT 1849 POCKET LONDON MARKED REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 8469. Bbl. 4” octagon with London address and brass cone style front sight. 6-shot rnd. stagecoach scene roll engraved cyl. Left bbl. flat and cyl. have British proof marks. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished grip straps. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever, and wedge have matching #s. 1-piece walnut grips. Mfg. in 1855. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: proper period hardwood case with red cloth fitted interior. Case lid has faceted metal presentation plate. Lid interior has directions for loading and cleaning Colt pistols. Case contains powder flask, 2-cavity bullet mold, cleaning rod, cap tin, several rnd. balls and bullets, along with a case key. Case exterior shows numerous scratches and marks. Interior cloth has faded appearance with staining and small tears. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. retains 70% lightly faded blue showing carry and edge wear with series of small dents on the right side in the wedge area. Cyl. retains 70% dull fading blue exhibiting a sharp clear scene. Frame has over 50% lightly faded case colors. Grip straps show traces of silver finish with balance exhibiting a faded gray appearance. Original stock finish shows wear spots with scattered handling marks. Tight sound action. Bore is generally bright with sound rifling showing scattered pitting. (01-27260/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,500.

4029. HIGH CONDITION COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 226327. Bbl. 4” octagon with New York address and cone style brass front sight. 5-shot rnd. cyl. with stagecoach scene roll engraving. Blue finish with case colored frame and loading lever, having silver finished brass back strap and large rnd. trigger guard. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever, and wedge have matching S#s. Apparent inspector initial “L” is found below the S# on the frame and grip straps. Right side of forward edge of trigger guard is stamped “7”. 1-piece walnut grip. Mfg. in 1863. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. retains over 50% blue showing spots of finish loss with edge wear and scattered handling marks. Cyl. retains excellent scene with finish fading to gray. Frame and hammer have over 75% nicely visible case colors showing small spots of corrosion. Grip straps have acquired a mild patina, retaining only faint traces of visible silver finish. Grip has original finish showing spots of wear with scratches and marks. Crisp mechanics. Bore retains strong rifling showing (01-26319/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4030. RARE & FINE CASED COLT 1851 3RD MODEL NAVY REVOLVER WITH FACTORY CANTEEN SHOULDER STOCK. Cal. 36. S# 79446. Nathan Swayze in his 1967 treatise on Colt 1851 navies states that these 4 screw cut for shoulder stock navies are rare and saw little use. This example, however obviously saw use as grips are worn and carved where detachable stock yoke was attached. The canteen stock final patent was 1859 just in time for the Civil War where this model would find buyers among wealthy volunteers. Canteen stock was ingenious in design being made of metal with threaded metal spout & cap at top of comb. This reservoir occupies most of the volume of the stock which was sandwiched between two walnut halves exceptionally well fitted. No wonder Dr. Moore states these are very rare. This revolver conforms to late third model navies with one-line Hartford address, iron grip frame with milled groove on butt, swivel attached forward of trigger bow, matching swivels on belly of shoulder stock. Front sight is factory inset blade characteristic of this rare variation. Left side of trigger guard has “M” factory inspection mark. Revolver is housed in Colt English oak casing, green baize lined interior having provisions for the shoulder stock with factory cutouts for each sling swivel, rare “COLT NAVY FLASK” stamped James Dixson powder flask, “MERWIN & BRAY” pack of combustible navy cartridges, 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” bullet mold, pewter oil bottle, “L” shaped Colt screwdriver, slotted tip cleaning rod, large Ely cap tin, round balls & bullets. Also included are spare mainspring, wedge, trigger spring & screws in lidded compartment. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages from Robert Moore’s “51 COLT NAVIES” concerning rare canteen stocked models. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, revolver is complete and matching, shoulder stock is complete and matching S# 79451; 5 numbers from revolver. Revolver retains about 30% faded blue and muted case colors, complete naval battle cylinder scene, crisp markings, both shoulder stock & grips retains much original bright factory varnish. Casing and accessories very good overall, flask is dented. Mechanics are fine, crisp shiny rifled bore. (01-27274/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-30,000.

4031. CIVIL WAR GENERAL JOHN C. ROBINSON CASED COLT NAVY REVOLVER & MASSIVE MEMORABILIA ARCHIVE, MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT. Cal. 36. S# 10225. General John Cleveland Robinson (1817-1897) had incredible military career after leaving West Point in 1838, through Seminole Wars, Mexican War, Civil War being awarded congressional medal of honor and losing his leg in 1864, headed Freedmen’s Bureau in North Carolina, commander of Department of the South, retired from army May 6, 1869 with rank of Major General, later commander-in-chief of Grand Army of Republic, and Lieutenant Governor of New York. There is a full length bronze statue of Robinson on Gettysburg battlefield at intersection of Robinson & Doubleday Avenues. This archive has large file of provenance which accompanies lot. Everything in archive is very well preserved and very good condition. Revolver is standard configuration 3rd model Colt 1851 navy revolver made in 1852 when Robinson was stationed at Fort Gibson, Indian Territory [Oklahoma]. Revolver is in fine condition retaining about 20% blue finish, muted case colors, fine crisp cylinder scene and all 6 crisp safety pins, grip frame retains almost all its original silver plate, and grips retain most of their original factory varnish, mechanics functional, crisp bright rifled bore with couple patches of light pitting. Original green velvet lined Colt mahogany casing is matching very good to fine condition, stained and soiled where revolver rubbed, “COLT’S PATENT” eagle flask added has denting on back side, correct style 2-cavity “COLT’S PATENT” mold marked “36B” for 36 caliber belt is added and fair condition, empty ELEY cap tin with scarce embossed foil label. Case is missing inset lock face escutcheon but has functional key in case. “Gen’l John C. Robinson” written on bottom of case. The massive archive has over 100 individual items, mostly collected by Carl Saddlemire starting about 1950 after he purchased gun from decedents of Gen. Robinson near where he lived. His son writes that his dad and family visited Gettysburg in 1953 and he took photo of Robinson statue with his Brownie camera which is in album. Carl is shown in newspaper articles as early as 1952 showing his gun collection. Carl & Richard continued to collect pertinent Robinson related items which are part of archive. There are several Robinson letters from 1839 at West Point, 1850 letter to Capt. Robinson at Fort Gibson, IT. Good 1861 letter written as Colonel 1st Michigan & color lithograph of Camp Union, 1st Mich, Col. John C. Robinson. There is a General US Grant autograph note signed

directing Robinson to accompany him at Ft. Monroe in 1864. There are several signed orders by Brigadier Gen. Robinson and many reunion badges & ribbons and related letters. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: large binder contains provenance and history of archive, most all memorabilia is on binder sheets with notes as to identification, handwritten 9-page 1890 “Military Record of Gen. Robinson”. CONDITION: very good to fine overall as noted in description, interested bidders should view large archive in person. PROVENANCE: General John C. Robinson (1817-1897) family descent to Carl Lewis Saddlemire (1914-1997) to his son Richard D. Saddlemire who added pertinent items to archive. (01-28136/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-20,000.

Cal. 36. S# 140799. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon with New York address and brass cone style front sight. 6-shot rnd. cyl. with naval engagement scene roll engraving. Blue finished bbl. and cyl. with case colored action, hammer, and loading lever. Silver finished brass grip straps. 1-piece walnut grip. Bbl., bbl. wedge, cyl., frame, grip straps, and loading lever have matching numbers. Mfg. in 1864. CONDITION: bbl. retains 70% dull lightly faded blue showing edge wear, scratches, and marks with small dents in wedge area. Cyl. has faded to gray retaining 70% visible scene. Frame and loading lever retain 20% lightly visible case colors. Sides of hammer have brightly visible case colors. Brass grip straps show a pleasing mild patina with faint traces of silver in protected areas only. Grips show light wear and handling marks. Sound mechanics. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling showing some

Cal. 36. S# 177481. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon with New York address and brass cone type front sight. Rnd. roll engraved 6-shot cyl. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished brass trigger guard and grip strap. 1-piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., and wedge have matching S#s. Loading lever is unnumbered. Mfg. in 1865. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt marked 2 cavity iron bullet mold. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to a pleasing brown patina. Cyl. retains 40% lightly visible scene. Grip straps show evidence of cleaning with a small amount of silver visible in protected areas. Grips have lightly worn finish showing scratches and marks. Sound action. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling showing scattered very small dark spots. Mold has faded gray appearance showing

4034. COLT 1851 NAVY WITH 1849 POCKET MODEL CAP & BALL REVOLVERS. 1). 1851 NAVY. Cal. 36. S# 169489. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon with New York address. Replacement German silver blade front sight. 6-shot rnd. roll engraved cyl. Brass trigger guard and back strap. 1-piece walnut grip. Mfg. in 1863 during the U.S. Civil War. CONDITION: metal has a faded gray appearance showing scattered light pitting. Cyl. retains 70% moderately worn scene. Brass grip straps have a cleaned appearance showing dents and marks. Grips show heavy wear, left panel is chipped at the toe. Action shows heavy wear and cocks very stiffly. Cyl. shows excessive play. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-27854/DS). 2). 1849 POCKET MODEL. Cal. 31. S# 47036. Bbl. 5” octagon with New York address. Dovetail mounted blade front sight. Hammer has an added sight groove. 5-shot rnd. roll engraved cyl. Silver finished brass back strap and small rnd. trigger guard. 1-piece walnut grip. Mfg. in 1852. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked leather flap holster in fair condition. CONDITION: metal has dark gray appearance with scattered spots of pitting which is deep on some areas of the frame and bbl. Grip straps retain 40% silver finish. Grip has moderately worn finish showing scattered scratches and marks. Action shows wear and is out of time. Cyl. shows side play. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-27855/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

bore with intact rifling. (01-27187/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 36. S# 142365. Standard configuration made at height of Civil War mid-1863, standard configuration 7.5” octagonal barrel with 1-line NEW YORK US AMERICA address, small “COLT’S / PATENT” left side of frame, “36CAL” stamped on left side of trigger guard, 6-shot cylinder with rolled naval battle scene. Silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap, varnished walnut grips. This is honest well cared for surviving Civil War navy revolver. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hand drawn colored collection card by Roger Ballard. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching and complete, metal is mottled gray patina, tiny traces of blue in protected areas, grips retain virtually all their original factory varnish with light to moderate edge wear. Grip frame retains traces of original silver wash. Mechanically fine, sharp rifled bore with pitting. PROVENANCE: Rafael Eledge, Shiloh Relics; Roger Ballard Collection. (01-26288/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,600.

1/2”. Model 1851 Navy single action percussion revolver mfg. by Colt in 1856. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked with Colt’s New York address, with “COLTS/ PATENT” marked on the left side of the frame. Cyl. is roll engraved with Colt’s naval engagement scene. Silver plated brass trigger guard and back strap, with 1-piece smooth wood grip, which has been sanded and revarnished at one time. Brass cone front sight with V-notch rear sight on hammer. All serialized parts are matching and include the frame, trigger guard, back strap, cyl. base pin, cyl., bbl., loading lever, and bbl. wedge. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a gray patina overall, with the bbl. retaining traces of original bluing in protected areas and exhibiting scattered spots of light to mild pitting. Brass trigger guard and back strap retain fair amounts of silver plating in protected area and some spots of varnish, with the balance exhibiting a mellow patina. Bore exhibits scattered spots of moderate pitting and a ring bulge approx. 1 3/4” from the muzzle, while retaining strong rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Factory markings remain clear and legible, with some wear on the cyl.’s roll engraving. Grip shows a few spots of flaking, as well as scattered marks from handling and storage, with a small chip present on the right side beneath the varnish. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27492/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 36. S# 47701. Bbl. 7

4038. EARLY 3RD MODEL COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVER SHORTENED BARREL & HOLSTER. Cal. 36. S# 4715. Made in 1851, early features: “Slim Jim” grips, earliest short New York City address, tiny “COLTS PATENT” on left side of frame, barrel is cut back to 6”, silver blade front sight, slim Jim brown leather holster. CONDITION: good to very good overall, loading lever cut back to barrel cut back 1.5”. Wedge and hammer screw are replaced, matching S#s otherwise. Cylinder has partial cylinder scene, overall patinaed iron, polished and toned brass grip frame. Mechanics fine, crisp rifled bore. Holster is very good with scuffing especially belt loop, fits shortened revolver well. (01-27257/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4039. COLT 1851 LONDON NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 38308. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon, top flat is marked “ADDRESS COL. COLT LONDON”. Brass front bead. Six shot round cyl. w/ naval engagement scene roll engraving. Large iron trigger guard & backstrap. Blue finish w/ case colored frame, hammer & loading lever. One piece walnut grips. Serial number indicates 1854 mfg. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: proper wooden casing w/ blue velour fitted interior. Exterior lid has brass shield nameplate. Lid interior has directions for loading & cleaning Colt pistols. Case contains powder flask, oil bottle, two cavity mold, nipple wrench & Eley brothers cap tin. Case is in good original condition, showing exterior handling marks & grain checking. Interior shows light wear. CONDITION: bbl. retains 40% blue w/ balance flaking to gray. Cyl. & grip straps have largely faded to gray. Frame & loading lever retain over 50% lightly faded case colors. Grips have worn original finish showing numerous dents & handling marks w/ a small chip at butt of right panel. Sound action. Bright bore retains strong rifling. (01-26493/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,500.

4040. COLT KRIEGS MARINE COLT NAVY POWDER FLASK. Made for 1851 navy revolver, standard “COLTS PATENT” panoply of arms flask, “KM / 580”. CONDITION: good overall, cleaned, pitted spring. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224848-2/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

Dark pitted bore retaining intact rifling. (01-26686/DS). 2) COLT 1855 ROOT MODEL 3A. Cal. 31. S# 954. Bbl. 3 1/2” octagon with Hartford address and brass cone style front sight. Fully fluted 5-shot cyl. Side-mounted hammer with spur trigger. 1-piece walnut grip. S# range for the Model 3A was 1-1,350. Mfg. circa. 1860. CONDITION: over 95% reblued finish showing small scratches, marks, and spots of pitting. Refinished grips show handling marks with chips at butt. Action does not cycled properly. Bore retains strong rifling showing a small amount of very light pitting. (01-26687/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4042. DESIRABLE VINE STYLE SCROLL ENGRAVED, SILVER & GOLD PLATED, COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY CAP & BALL REVOLVER WITH CASE EX GREENBERG & LOCKE COLLECTIONS. Cal. 44. S# 154301. Bbl. 8” rnd. with standard New York address single line roll marking. 6-shot rnd. rebated cyl. with naval engagement scene roll engraving. Left side of frame has standard “COLT’S/ PATENT” marking. Bbl., frame, and grip straps have matching serial numbers “154301” with an “E” marking above or below them signifying factory engraving. Cyl. matchs via “4301”. Frame, grip straps, along with breech and muzzle ends of bbl. have generous coverage of the late percussion vine style scroll engraving. This engraving which came into use circa. 1861-1870 lacked the punch dot background of the Gustave Young Germanic scroll. The new style scroll presented a graceful and refreshingly elegant look. Sides of hammer feature the wolf’s head motif. Loading lever, cyl., and hammer are gold finished. Bbl., frame, grip straps, and wedge are silver finished. 1-piece ivory grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: this rare revolver is housed in a period wood casing with green felt fitted interior. Case contains powder flask, 2-cavity bullet mold, J. Goldmarks cardboard cap box, nipple wrench, case key, and a small supply of rnd. balls. Included is a copy of the book “Colt Engraving” by R.L. Wilson (Copyright 1974, 1982). This beautiful revolver is pictured on page 169 and attributed to the Corydon B. Rich collection. A framed copy of the mirror image photograph used in the book is included. Additional printed material consists of 2 pages of photographs and description from the Brian Lebel’s Old West Events, January 25th, 2020 Auction. CONDITION: bbl. and frame and backstrap have largely faded to gray showing small handling marks and dark spots. Nicely visible silver remains under the loading lever, in protected areas at the rear of the bbl., in the shoulder stock cuts of the frame and upper portions of the back strap. The brass trigger guard retains good silver on its forward portions, with the brass in the front of the grips largely showing a mild patina. Loading lever has good gold finish on its upper radius facing the bbl. as well as other protected areas. The cyl. shows small amounts of visible gold on the rebated portion. Sides of hammer retain nicely visible gold. The grips show a pleasing variable yellow aged patina appearance. Action is tight and sound. Bore is generally bright with sound rifling showing spots of very light pitting. The exterior of the case shows wear and handling marks with areas of finish loss. The interior cloth shows light wear. The nipple wrench has a broken prong. This revolver represents a fine example of vine style factory engraving that is certain to enhance any collection. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. Formerly of the William M. Locke (01-27643/DS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 143481. The Colt 1860 army revolver had just been introduced at the beginning of the Civil War and over 100,000 were bought by the US government for use by cavalry, and no doubt the most popular sidearm of the day. Rarely do survivors surface that appear unused with bright finish like this example made at the height of the war in mid-1863. Standard configuration, blued 8” round barrel with rolled 1-line address “ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA”, case colored frame, “COLTS/PATENT” stamped on left, blued steel back strap with shoulder stock notch, brass trigger guard. Cylinder retains most all its original military blue finish with crisp rolled Texas Navy battle scene, “ENGAGED 16 MAY 1843.” and “COLT’S PATENT No./PAT. SEPT 10th 1850”. The loading lever and hammer are casehardened with bright case colors like the frame. Good inspection cartouches are bright on both grips, and sub-inspection initials observed barrel, cylinder, back strap, & trigger guard. Rarely offered are Civil War military Colt armies that appear unfired retaining most of their original bright finish. CONDITION: excellent overall, all matching & crisp markings, retaining large amounts of bright finish, about 95% bright blue transitioning to plum, case colors are 90% on frame, loading lever, & hammer. Feathering of blue finish visible on either side of sight. There are a few scattered dings and dents. Grips are fine with light edge wear and both cartouches fine and discernible. Percussion nipples crisp showing no use and 6 crisp safety pins, some blue finish in chambers. Trigger guard is a yellow patina with tool marks visible on front edge of trigger bow. Mechanically fine, bright shiny rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family Collection. (01-27171/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

4044. PUBLISHED GEORGIA SHIPPED COLT FLUTED MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal 44. S# 2059. Standard configuration, 8” barrel with 1 line Hartford address, German silver blade front sight. 300 Colt army revolvers were shipped to State of Georgia ordered by Governor Joseph Brown December 27, 1860. This revolver was part of Charles Pate collection and pictured and described in his exemplary 2021 text “The Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver” in chapter on “Southern New Model Army Colts”. The 300 revolvers which this is one of the rare known survivors was probably issued to Phillip’s Legion Cavalry which served with Jeb Stuart in Virginia. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letters confirming shipment to State of Georgia, December 27, 1860 and configuration of revolver. Signed copy of the Charles Pate Colt Army book detailed this exact revolver. CONDITION: very good overall, appears complete and matching. Matching serial number is found on barrel, frame trigger guard, backstrap, wedge, arbor, and last 3 digits inked in backstrap channel of grips. Markings all discernible including patent and serial number on opposite flutes of cylinder, 1-line Hartford address is well discerned as is “COLT’S / PATENT” on left side of frame. Iron has a mostly smooth mottled gray patina. Brass

4045. U.S. CIVIL WAR ERA COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY “BELLY GUN” REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 92771. Original bbl. length was 8” rnd with New York address. Bbl. is shortened to 2 3/4” with an added dovetail mounted semicircular German silver blade front sight. Loading lever apparatus is removed. “Belly Guns” of this type are associated with use by gunfighters in the post Civil War American West. Rnd. rebated 6-shot cyl. with Naval scene roll engraving. Action has provisions for shoulder stock attachment. Left side of bbl. has inspector mark “CC”. Trigger guard is stamped “W”. Rebated portion of cyl. is stamped “D” with “F” on the engraved portion. Original finish was blue and case colored with silver finished brass trigger guard. Bbl., frame, and grip straps have matching S#s. Cyl. has non-matching S# “6192”. 1-piece walnut grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter stating: “Serial Number: 92771/ Caliber: .44/c/ Barrel Length: 8”/ Finish: Blue/ Type of Stocks: Wood/ Sold To: United States Government/ Shipped To: Frankford Arsenal/ Address: Bridesburg, Pennsylvania/ Date of Shipment: January 29, 1863/ Number of Same Type Guns in Shipment: 1,000”. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance with scattered light spots of corrosion. Cyl. retains 75% scene. Trigger guard has mild patina appearance with spots of staining, retaining faint traces of silver in protected areas. Grips show heavy wear with chipping at the toe. Action shows wear. Bore retains sound rifling showing spots of pitting. (01-27261/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

4047. SCARCE COLT MILITARY MODEL

1860 SHOULDER STOCK. 17” overall, brass mounted with iron lanyard ring. S# 16850, hard to find military Colt army stock, made late 1861, or early 1862. Confederates bought many of these early in 1861, the serial number is too high for direct shipment to the South. Standard military finish with no plating on brass or varnish on stock. CONDITION: very good overall, complete, original, and matching S#s found on yoke, buttplate and latch, small crack in right ear of yoke, stock is sound with scattered dents and scratches. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24502/JS). NON-GUN. $2,500-4,000.

4049. EXTREMELY FINE CIVIL WAR CASED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 20750. Standard configuration made during Civil War in 1863. 4.5” round barrel with 1-line NEW YORK US AMERICA address, small “COLT’S / PATENT” right side of frame, fluted 5-shot cylinder with patent stamp in one flute. Brass trigger guard and backstrap hold varnished walnut grips. Revolver is housed in original Colt mahogany casing compartmented for “Colt’ Patent” eagle powder flask, blued 2-cavity correct “36 P” marked mold, “L” shaped blue screwdriver/ nipple wrench combination tool, paper wrapped green label “Colt’s Pt” Eley cap tin, scarce “New Model REVOLVING POLICE PISTOL” cartridge pack. You won’t find a Civil War cased 62 much nicer. CONDITION: excellent overall, all matching and complete, retains over 90% bright blue finish on barrel and cylinder, over 90% dark muted case colors on frame, hammer, and loading arm, 70% silver plate on grip frame. Grips retained virtually all their bright original factory varnish. Mechanically fine, bright mirrorlike rifled bore. Casing has one loose hinge, crack in top of lid, flask is fine retaining much original varnish, mold & “L” tool retain over 90% dull blue finish. Cartridge pack is complete with scuffed label. Cap tin is fine, paper wrapper is loose. (01-26264/JS). ANTIQUE. $7,000-9,000.

4050. CONSECUTIVE PAIR OF CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET POLICE INSCRIBED & ENGRAVED REVOLVERS, JOHN MCFARLAND, INDIANA VOLUNTEERS. Cal. 36 S# 27596 & 27597. Revolvers manufactured in 1864 are in standard configuration of 1862 pocket police Colts, five shot fluted cylinders, 4.5” round barrels, one line New York US America addresses period. Revolvers are custom engraved with replated silver with original Colt 1-piece ivory grips. John Henry McFarland (1840-1877) had long Civil War service. His inscribed Henry rifle is highest S# known for Civil War soldier. McFarland had service with 31st, 115th, and 151st Indiana Volunteer Infantries. He is buried where he grew up in Round Hill Indiana. Pistols are displayed in modern casing with unassociated brass mold and COLTS PATENT brass mold. CONDITION: fine as replated, well patinaed grips, crisp engraving and discernible markings. Mechanics are fine with good sharp bores, S# 27597 has pitting. (01-26735, 01-26736/JS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4051. COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Bbl. 4 1/2” rnd. with New York address and bead sight. Fluted 5-shot rebated cyl. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished brass trigger guard and back strap. 1-piece walnut grip. Bbl., frame, grip straps, and wedge have matching S#s. Cyl. and loading lever are unmarked. Mfg. in 1861, first year of production. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked leather flap holster in fair condition, and 5 rnd. balls. CONDITION: metal has dark brown patina appearance showing dents and marks. Grip straps show evidence of cleaning with dents at butt having a small amount of silver remaining in protected areas. Grips show heavy wear with dents and handling marks having chips at the toe. Action functions properly. Bbl. is slightly loose on the frame. Dark lightly pitted bore retaining largely intact rifling. (01-26677/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

1/2”. Model 1862 Police single action percussion revolver mfg. by Colt during the first year of Model 1862 Police & Navy production (1861). The top of the bbl. is marked with Colt’s New York address, with “COLTS/ PATENT” marked on the left side of the frame, and patent date marked on cyl. Brass trigger guard and back strap with 1-piece smooth wood grip. Diminutive brass cone front sight with V-notch rear sight on hammer. Fluted and rebated cyl. All serialized parts are matching and include the frame, trigger guard, rear grip strap, cyl. base pin, cyl., bbl., as well as the bbl. wedge. CONDITION: metal components retain scant traces of their original finish, with the balance exhibiting a smooth gray/brown patina and scattered spots of light to mild surface oxidation. Right side of bbl. exhibits some pitting and an area of heavy striations from prior cleaning towards the muzzle. Brass trigger guard and grip strap retain traces of dark tarnished silver plating, with the balance exhibiting a mellow patina. Bore exhibits consistent moderate pitting and patches of deep and dark pitting, while retaining good rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grip shows flaking to the varnish, as well as scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27533/MLW). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

Cal. 36. S# 3383. Bbl. 6

4053. EXTREMELY FINE CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 12988. Standard configuration made during Civil War in 1862. 5.5” octagonal barrel with 1-line “NEW YORK US AMERICA” address, small “COLT’S / PATENT” stamped on right side of frame, stagecoach holdup scene, 5-shot cylinder. Brass trigger guard and backstrap hold varnished walnut grips. CONDITION: excellent overall, all matching and complete, retains over 90% bright blue finish on barrel and about 40% on cylinder, about 80% muted case colors on frame, hammer, and loading arm. Grips retained virtually all of their bright original factory varnish. Mechanically fine, bright rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (01-27173/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4054. CIVIL WAR CASED COLT 1862 POCKET NAVY & POLICE REVOLVERS. Cal. 36. S# 6803/8482. Honest pair of both Colt 1862 Pocket Model Navy and Pocket Model Police, both made 1st year of production in 1861 with 1-line New York USA addresses. Standard configuration pocket navy, 4.5” octagonal barrel, 5-shot cylinder with good stagecoach holdup scene. Standard configuration pocket police, 5.5” round barrel, 5-shot fluted cylinder with patent marking in flute. Revolvers are housed in vintage custom mahogany casing compartmented for accessories. This is nice pair of both 36 caliber pocket revolvers introduced by Colt at beginning of Civil War with more punch than the 31 caliber model 1849 pockets that remained in production. CONDITION: both revolvers are fine and comparable condition, complete & original other than mismatched wedge in police. Both retaining about half their original factory blue & case colors, both revolvers retain most of their original factory varnish, both have crisp markings including addresses and S#s. Both revolvers mechanically fine, sharp rifled bores. Custom casing is solid, lining soiled and worn, original Colt Police 2-cavity mold is marked “36P” iron patina with pitting, reproduction eagle flask & cartridge pack are very good,

defined rifled bore with some pitting. Colt casing is very good, red lining stained & faded. (01-26749/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4056. COLT 1851 U. S. NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S#. 59220. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon with ejector and loading lever removed. Gunsmith replacement blade front sight. Bbl. lug is plugged. Bottom of bbl. is stamped “R.W.M.” followed by the navy anchor. Butt of gun is stamped “U.S.N/ J.L.H.”. 6-shot rnd. cyl. with naval engagement scene roll engraving. Bbl., frame, and grip straps have matching numbers. U.S. marked cyl. is renumbered “9220” below original # “61319”. Left side of frame is restamped with “1871” and “1872” patent dates over US marking. 1-piece walnut grip. Approx. 3,800 Model 1851 Navy type cartridge revolvers were produced, including approx. 1,200 returned to the factory for alteration. The factory mfg. series has serial #s from 1 to approx. 3,800, with a separate series for the 1,200 factory converted revolvers retaining their original percussion S#s. The 1,200 in the percussion series were returned to the arsenal in 1873, 1875, and 1876. CONDITION: metal has a faded gray appearance showing numerous dents on bbl. and ejector housing. Cyl. has weakly visible scene. Heavily sanded and refinished grips with handling marks having heavy dents at butt and chips at the toe. Functioning action. Cyl. shows slight side play. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling. (01-27251/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,750-4,000.

Cal. 38 CF. S# 2986/1. Bbl. shortened to 5 13/16” with added ejector. Loading lever is removed, bbl. lug is plugged. Front sight is fashioned from a brass screw. 6-shot rnd. cyl. Left side of frame is remarked with 1871 and 1872 patent dates. Matching S#s are found only on the frame and back strap. 2-piece replacement riveted bone grips. All pieces S# 100-3,300 from previously unfinished and unassembled parts were altered by the same method as the Richards-Mason Model 1860 Army. CONDITION: bbl., frame, and cyl. finish has largely faded to gray with small spots of remaining nickel showing dents and filing marks on bbl. Trigger guard retains 30% nickel finish. Brass back strap has 80% nickel finish showing dents and marks. Grips have an aged worn appearance. Functioning action shows wear. Dark pitted bore. (01-27252/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4058. COLT POCKET MODEL NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 RF. S# 18094. Bbl. 4 1/2” octagon with New York address and brass bead front sight. 5-shot rnd. rebated roll engraved cyl. Blue and case colored finish with silver finished brass grip straps. Left side of frame has “JULY 25, 1871” and “JULY 2, 1872” patent dates. Bbl. and grip straps have S# “18094”. Frame is restamped with matching S# “18094”. Cyl. has matching S# “8094” under original S# of “7004”. 1-piece walnut grip. Estimated total of 2,000 mfg. 18731875, all are believed to be converted from percussion revolvers. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing scattered dents and spots of very light pitting. Cyl. retains 50% scene. Brass grip straps have faint traces of silver in protected areas. Grips show some shrinkage with scattered scratches and marks. Sound action. Bore retains sound rifling showing small spots of pitting. (01-26668/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

38 CF. S# 322832. Bbl. 3 1/2” rnd. without ejector having Hartford address and brass bead front sight. 5-shot rnd. rebated cyl. with stagecoach scene engraving. Nickel finish with silver finished brass grip straps. Left side of frame is marked with “JULY 25, 1871” and “JULY 2, 1872” patent dates. Frame and grip straps have matching S# “322832”. Bbl. S# is removed except for the first # which is “3”. Cyl. has remarked matching S# “2832”. 1-piece walnut grip. Originally assembled as cartridge revolvers, 1873-1880. CONDITION: bbl. and cyl. retain 25% nickel finish. Frame has faded to gray. Grip straps show faint traces of silver in protected areas. Grips have worn finish showing dents and handling marks. Functioning action. Pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-26669/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4060. COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY RICHARDS CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44 RF. S# 4859, within Richards Conversion range of 1 to approx. 8,700. Bbl. rnd. with New York address is shortened to 5 3/8” with added brass blade front sight. 6-shot rnd. Naval scene roll engraved cyl. with distinctive Richards conversion breechplate. Breechplate features include a firing pin, integral rear sight, and rim which projects slightly over the cyl. Original finish was blue and case colored with silver finished back strap and brass trigger guard. Bbl., frame, and grip straps have matching S# “4859”. Cyl. has non-matching S# “4857”. Wedge is unnumbered. 1-piece walnut grip with added tack decoration consisting of circles on both sides and lines along both sides of butt. Right panel has 3 intentionally cut “kill notches” along the front grip strap. Left side of bbl. retains visible S# “739”. Bbl. shows post conversion shortening to current length as well as removal of the ejector housing and shortening loading lever housing. Cyl. rod is a post conversion replacement. Total Richards Conversion production approx. 9,000 circa. 1873-1878. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance showing scattered light pitting. Cyl. retains traces of scene. Rear portion of bbl. shows file marks with spots of porosity from welding. Brass trigger guard has a cleaned appearance showing numerous dents. Grips show heavy wear with substantial wood loss around the grip straps. Worn action. Dark lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (01-27271/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

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4061. SCARCE ATTRACTIVE COLT MODEL 1871 OPEN TOP ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44RF. S# 2662. Standard configuration of the transitional gun between model 1860 armies and 1873 single actions. This revolver shipped to John P. Moore & Sons, February 27, 1874, 7.5” barrel, 1-line “New York U.S. America” address, integral rear sight unique to this model. 2 line patents on left side of frame. Iron grip frame contains Colt varnished walnut grips. Ejector housing on right side of barrel. This was not a popular model for Colt, and most of production was sold in South America, fine survivors such as this with that “cowboy look” are hard to find. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter, showing configuration here with exception of blue instead of nickel finish, nickel is original to period of use, possibly plated by retailer John P. Moore, NYC. CONDITION: fine overall, all matching & complete, retains about 50% original nickel, crisp markings, very good complete rolled naval battle scene with staining and areas of pitting. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore. Grips well fit with much original factory varnish. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27667/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4062. SCARCE EARLY NAVY GRIPPED COLT MODEL

1871 OPEN TOP ARMY REVOLVER Cal. 44RF S# 234 Standard configuration of the transitional gun between model 1860 New Model Army and 1873 SAA revolvers. This revolver shipped as one of 25 to Spies, Kissam & Co, NYC, August 1, 1872, 7.5” barrel, 1-line “New York U.S. America” address, integral rear sight unique to this model. “COLTS PATENT” on left side of frame without 2-line patent found on most of this model. Scarce variant navy grip frame contains Colt varnished walnut grips. Ejector housing on right side of barrel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Colt factory letter. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching & complete, no finish, mottled gray iron patina, good markings, good rolled naval battle scene. Mechanically fine, crisp rifled bore. Grips well fit with much original factory varnish. (01-27258/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4063. FANTASTIC HIGH CONDITION SECOND PRODUCTION TYPE 5 COLT OPEN TOP POCKET WITH RARE BOX HAVING SELDOM SEEN “NICKEL PLATED” END LABEL. Cal 22 RF. S# 11442. Type 5. Numbers match on bbl., grips & butt. Bbl. 2 3/8” ejectorless with half moon front sight. 1st type bbl. Address measuring 1.29”. Seven shot cyl. 2nd type non stylized rotating barrel key. Full nickel plated finish on bbl., frame & cyl. Left side of frame marked “22 CAL”. 1 Piece high hammer & spur trigger are fire blued. 2 Piece walnut bird’s head grips. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: correct original red & pink factory box with rare “NICKEL PLATED” end label. Copy of “COLT- SMITH & WESSON. A CLASH OF ARMS. Featuring Colt’s Battle Born Open Top 22.” by Robert Swartz. CONDITION: very fine to excellent overall. These revolvers are seldom encountered in such remarkable condition. It would make a fine addition to any Colt or pocket revolver collection even without the box. Bbl, cyl, and frame retain 95%+ original nickel with small areas of flaking around side plate screw and edges of side plate. Hammer retains 70% of its original delicate nitre finish; mainly at sides and back. Grips very good overall with light wear at sharp edges. Very good bore. Mechanically excellent. Box is complete and in very good condition with professional quality repair to 1 corner. (01-26913/BH). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,500

4065. COLT CLOVERLEAF MODEL SA REVOLVER. rnd. with Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. 4-shot cloverleaf shaped cyl. Brass frame with spur trigger. Nickel finish with case colored hammer and trigger. 2-piece walnut birds head grips. Frame and bbl. have matching S#s. Total of 9,952 mfg. 1871-1876. CONDITION: bbl. and cyl. retain 70% nickel finish. Brass frame has 40% nickel finish. Head is broken off hammer screw leaving sideplate partially loose. Cyl. pin bushing is not present. Grips have worn finish showing handling marks. Functioning action. Bbl. has sound rifling showing some very minor pitting. (01-26673/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4066. FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION COLT CLOVERLEAF SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER. Cal. 41 RF. S# 791. Bbl. 2 7/8”. Cloverleaf revolver mfg. by Colt during the first year of the Cloverleaf’s production (1871). Top of the rnd. bbl. is marked with Colt’s 2-line address between 2 Maltese crosses. Brass frame with checkered spur trigger exhibits a silver plated finish, with remaining metal components exhibiting a blue finish. Integral blade front sight with frame V-notch rear sight. All serialized parts are matching and include the frame, cyl., and bbl. Grips are matching via a very faint “791” on the interior of the panels. CONDITION: brass frame retains trace to fair amounts of its original silver plating, with the balance of the of the exposed brass exhibiting a mellow patina. Bbl. and cyl. retain traces of original blue in protected areas, with the balance fading to a mottled gray patina. Cyl. shows spots of mild surface oxidation on the rounds of the chambers. Bore is generally bright, exhibiting scattered patches of moderate pitting, while retaining good to strong rifling throughout. Cyl. occasionally does not index completely. Grips show wear to their varnished finish, as well as some scattered marks and minor impressions from handling and storage. (01-26674/ MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4067. COLT OPEN TOP POCKET SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER. Cal. 22 Short. S# 2207P. Bbl. 2 3/8”. Open Top Pocket single action revolver mfg. by Colt in 1872. Top of the bbl. is marked with Colt’s 2-line address between 2 Maltese crosses. Frame exhibits a nickel plated finish and is mounted with 2-piece smooth wood grips. Grip screw escutcheons are replacements. German silver half-moon blade front sight with diminutive V-notch rear sight on hammer. Bbl. with integral ejector rod and housing. Matching numbers are present on the frame and bbl. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: brown leather holster embellished with a starburst motif on the rear and fitted with a nickel plated belt plate. CONDITION: frame retains the majority of its factory nickel plated finish, exhibiting some light wear on edges, with scattered superficial handling marks and spots of flaking overall. Bbl. and cyl. exhibit a smooth gray/brown patina. Bore exhibits moderate pitting with good rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics. Grips show scattered marks and impressions, with a chip on the right panel at the bottom right corner. Holster remains malleable, exhibiting general overall wear, with crazing present on the stitching. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27656/MLW). ANTIQUE. $300-500.

Navy revolver impeccably inscribed “Col. W. H. Taylor”. Nick Penachio who had a magnificent collection of inscribed Colts, believed this to have belonged to Robert E Lee’s well known aide Walter H. Taylor who held rank of Lieutenant Colonel. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, complete, matching, and original with the exception of wedge screw which has been replaced. Revolver retains strong traces original blue, full cylinder scene, good markings. Over half the original factory varnish is retained on grips with chipping at toes and heavy edge wear. Mechanically functional with crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Nicholas A. Penachio (1936-2011) collection; Nick Penachio, Jr collection. (0126988/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

4069. INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1849 REVOLVER, CAPT. CLIFTON DANCY, 24TH MISSISSIPPI INFANTRY. Cal. 31. S# 101168. 4” octagon barrel with 2-line New York address. This revolver was made in 1855 and has script inscription: “C. Dancy Capt’n 24th Miss Inf” on backstrap. CONDITION: revolver is fine overall, matching serial numbers throughout, crisp markings, complete rolled Stagecoach holdup scene on cylinder, strong traces of factory blue and case colors, about 90% original factory varnish. Mechanically fine with very good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Nicholas A. Penachio (1936-2011) collection; Nick Penachio, Jr collection. (01-26987/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

4070. CASED CUSTOM ENGRAVED COLT BABY DRAGOON INSCRIBED “A J DARTON”. Cal. 31. S# 9381. Revolver was made 1849, standard configuration with 5” barrel, 2-line New York City address with dashes which is last address used for this model. The vine-type engraving is 20th century emulating the style of when this pistol was made. The 5-shot cylinder with engraved S# 9301 is not original to this gun with later rectangular stops. Engraved on backstrap in script “A J Darton” attribution unknown. CONDITION: very good overall as refinished, reblued, re-silvered, markings freshened, mechanics need attention, hammer roller missing and gag to main spring, weak tension, cylinder rotates sporadically. Good rifled bore with pitting. Accompanying Colt style red lined mahogany case has brass 2-cavity mold, brass bag flask, and 20th century cap tin, casing is very good with wear to lining. (01-26755/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

near Nashville, TN where both parents died when he was 4 years old and his sister 7 months old. He was raised on a plantation near Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage by a man name Drake. He was raised with African American children and did not receive an education. Running away at age 14, he allegedly met the legendary Kit Carson. At age 15 he moved west and led an adventurous life as a Frontiersman and Indian scout. Bbl. 7 1/2” octagon with New York address and replacement German silver blade sight. 6-shot rnd. cyl. with naval engagement scene roll engraving. The back strap is engraved “Capt W.F. Drannan Chief Scout” followed by an underscored “W”. Original finish was blue and case colored with silver finished brass grip straps. 1-piece walnut grips. Bbl., frame, grip straps, cyl., loading lever, and wedge have matching S#s. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a copy of the rare book “31 Years on the Plains and in the Mountains” by Captain William F. Drannan. The book, published in 1907, is a record of the life and exploits in the far west by Chief of Scouts, Captain Drannan. Also included is a copy of the April 1930 Fur Fish & Game magazine which features an article called “Kit Carson’s Comrade”. The article details Kit Carson’s history woven around frontier figures such as Charlie Howard, Tom Toben, and Bill Drannan. Included is a full page photo of Bill Drannan labeled “Indian Scout and companion of Kit Carson”. A copy of the Rampant Colt magazine Vol. 10, March 1991 includes an article by J.W. White about 2 1851 Colt revolvers owned by Captain W.F. Drannan. This historic revolver is described and pictured in this article. Other pertinent information is a copy of William F. Drannan’s Texas death certificate dated April 13th, 1913, and a handwritten letter from Malcolm Clark Sr. of LaCrosse, WI that mentions this revolver as being in his collection at one time. CONDITION: metal parts have acquired a dark uncleaned patina showing dents and spotted light pitting. Brass grip straps retain faint traces of silver in protected areas with balancing having acquired a mottled patina. Cyl. retains small amounts of lightly visible scene. Grips have an age darkened appearance showing dents and handling marks. Action shows light wear. Cyl. exhibits some side play. 3 nipples are missing. Dark bore showing spots of pitting retaining intact rifling. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27600/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4072. COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER, INSCRIBED “GEORGE D VARNEY”. configuration made 1854, longest 6” octagonal barrel with 2-line bracketed NEW YORK CITY address, small “COLT’S / PATENT” stamped right side of frame, stagecoach holdup scene rolled 5-shot cylinder. Brass trigger guard and backstrap hold varnished walnut grips. “GEO D. VARNEY” stamped in tiny font on both sides of frame. 6” pockets were popular with Civil War soldiers, and many identified ones known both north & south. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: hand drawn colored collection card by Roger Ballard. CONDITION: very good overall, all matching, complete & original, good cylinder scene, gray iron patina, scattered pitting, good markings. Mechanically functional, crisp rifled bore, about half silver plating on grip frame retained, grips retain half of their original factory varnish. PROVENANCE: Roger Ballard Collection. (01-26291/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

Race/Won by Liet. D. Gibson 28th Light Horse Melburn (Melbourne Australia) 1913” & “1216”. Nickel finish with case colored hammer & trigger. Checkered rubber grips that appear unnumbered with S&W monograms. CONDITION: grips show scattered checkering wear, dings & handling marks. Hammer & trigger retain traces of case colors with overall fading to gray & some oxidation. Balance of metal retains 70% nickel with a few spots of light pitting, scattered flaking, scratches, dings, handling marks & scratches. Extractor sometimes will not go back into battery when cyl. is open & cyl. will occasionally spin freely when hammer is down. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27440/MJC). ANTIQUE. $1000-1500.

1855 / PHILADA.”. There were only about 600 of this secondary US martial pistol made and they are rarely seen in such high condition. CONDITION: very fine to excellent overall. Matching S#s are found throughout. Barrel & cylinder retain much of their thinning bright blue finish, balance blue/plum patina. Brass retains about 40% original silver. Loading lever pivot retains strong case colors. Grip frame slightly bent making Grips retain about 70% of their crazed varnished surface. Mechanically, gun functions well, crisp rifled bore. (01-27780). ANTIQUE. $12,000-16,000.

Cal. 44. S# 42010. Standard configuration, 8” barrel, solid blued steel frame marked on either side: “STARR ARMS CO. NEW YORK” & “STARR’S PATENT JAN. 15, 1856”. Serial numbers start at 23000 continuing the numbers from earlier double action revolver production. This revolver was made in early 1864 and part of 25,000 US government contract. Starr was the third most common government contracted cavalry sidearm, behind Colt and Remington, and is exceptionally difficult to find in excellent condition and this would be a difficult example to upgrade. CONDITION: extremely fine overall, retaining about 95% bright original blue on barrel, cylinder, and frame, screws & trigger retain most all of their original fire blue, strong traces of case colors are retained on loading assembly and hammer. One piece walnut grip is sound with light tacking on butt and few small scattered cosmetic defects, discernible inspection cartouches on either side. Mechanically fine, crisp bright shiny rifled bore. (01-27779/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

SCARCE PECARE & SMITH 10 SHOT

Cal. 28. S# 252. Unique double action, spur trigger, New York City made 10 shot derringer, 3.5” engraved shrouded barrel cluster, “PECARE & SMITH’S / PATENT 1849” stamped on top of shroud. This is among the rarest of all American derringers with its unique patent barrel shielding shroud. CONDITION: good to very good overall. All iron, gray mottled patina, edge of shroud has chip near small front post sight, markings and engraving all discerned. Mechanics are fine & functional, good clear smooth bores. (01-27828/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4076.

PEPPERBOX.

MARCH 17. 1863/ E. REMINGTON & SONS.ILION.NEW YORK.U.S.A./ NEW-MODEL”. Metal components exhibit a nickel plated finish overall. Frame is mounted with 2-piece smooth ivory grips. Half-moon blade front sight, with V-notch rear sight on frame. Frame (beneath left grip panel), trigger guard (interior), and underside of bbl. are stamped “4”. Interior of grips are matching via a “4” that is handwritten in pencil. CONDITION: fine, with metal components retaining the majority of their period nickel plated finish, showing superficial handling marks, as well as some areas of bubbling and flaking overall, most notably on bbl. and cyl edges, as well as on the edges of the trigger guard. Left side of the frame exhibits a concentrated area of light to mild pitting. Near mirror bore, exhibiting some spots of bubbling, flaking, and minor pitting, while retaining well defined rifling throughout. Action is out of time, with the cyl. not indexing properly upon cocking the hammer. Grips show a mellow patina, with checking on the exterior and cracking on the interior of the panels. An exceedingly early single digit Remington New Model percussion belt pistol, that is in remarkable condition given its age. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27453/MLW). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

inscription; “kill many-kill plenty enemy soldier” and “Greasy Grass”, left grip he says is inscribed in togia: “Buffalo Horse-Thank You Great Spirit”. Copy of 2015 Wendell Grangaard “Documenting the Weapons Used at the Little Bighorn”. File of other Grangaard letters with togia markings belonging to Buffalo Horse including fanciful accounts of Battle of Little Horn. CONDITION: good to very good overall, retains about half of the old nickel finish, mechanics fine, good pitted rifled bore, grips retain about 50% old varnish finish with heavy edge wear, indiscernible inked initials on butt. (01-27900/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

MODEL CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38 CF. S# 11946. Bbl. 7 3/8” octagon with bead font sight. Beal’s type frame with concealed threads. Cartridge conversion without addition of an ejector or loading gate, percussion loading lever is intact. Left bbl. flat is engraved “Presented To Capt Lewis BY Col. Greene”. Right bbl. flat is engraved “CANANEA MEX. AUGUST 1906”. Round 6 shot cyl. Added nickel finish. Walnut 2 piece grips. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: Consignor supplied notes from the book “ Colonel Greene and the Copper Rocket” by C. L. Sonnichsen. Colonel William Cornell Greene was a cattle baron from the American Southwest who discovered a rich copper deposit in Cananea, Mexico in the late 1800s. “Capt. Lewis” was likely refers to C.B. Lewis, who was in charge of handling matters at the Cananea Mine in 1906 when there was a huge miners strike. According to the book, Greene used this revolver to shoot down James Burnett in Tombstone, AZ in 1897, who caused the drowning death of his daughter and her friend. CONDITION: Bbl. & frame retain over 80% renickeled finish done at the time of conversion. Bbl markings are largely removed by polishing. Cyl has a large spot of flaked nickel finish. The butt shows file marks indicating removal of a marking. Grips show heavy wear with dents & chips including at large missing chip at the butt of the right panel. Functioning action. Bore retains strong rifling showing small spots of light pitting. (01-27906/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4080. REMINGTON-BEALS NAVY MODEL SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER. 441. Bbl. 7 1/2”. Remington-Beals Navy Model single action percussion revolver mfg. circa. 18611862. Top flat of the octagonal bbl. is marked “BEALS’ PATENT. SEPT. 14.1858/ MANUFACTURED BY REMINGTONS’ ILION. N.Y.”. Nickel plated brass trigger guard with nitre blued trigger and 2-piece smooth wood grips. Left grip panel is carved with an “I” on the butt, and is inletted on the interior for a leather strap. German silver cone front sight with V-notch rear sight on frame. Matching numbers are present on the frame (beneath left grip panel), trigger guard (interior), as well as on the bbl. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a exhibit a mellow gray/brown patina, with scattered spots/areas of light to mild pitting. Hammer exhibits areas of moderate pitting. Trigger guard retains fair amounts of dull plating, with wear and flaking present overall. Trigger retains traces of nitre bluing in protected areas. Bore exhibits consistent moderate pitting, while retaining worn rifling throughout. Proper manual mechanics, although the cyl. does not always index fully. Grips show scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27495/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4081. LOT OF 2 REMINGTON-BEALS POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVERS. 1) REMINGTON-BEALS THIRD MODEL POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 907. Bbl. 4” octagon with cone style sight. 5-shot 1 5/8” rnd. cyl. Spur trigger with rammer type loading lever. 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips. Approx. 1,000 mfg. 1859-1860. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing scattered pitting. Grips show checkering wear, left panel is chipped at head and heel. Action does not cycle properly. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (0126684/DS). 2) REMINGTON-BEALS FIRST MODEL POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. 88. Bbl. 3” octagon with cone type German silver sight. 5-shot rnd. cyl. Center mounted hammer with outside pawl on left side of frame. German silver trigger guard and 1-piece gutta percha grip. Estimated quantity of 4,500-5,000 mfg. 1857-1858. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray/brown showing scattered pitting. Cyl. fails to rotate properly when action is cycled. Grips show light wear. Lightly pitted bore retains intact rifling. (02-26685/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4082. MASSACHUSETTS ARMS CO. WESSON’S & LEAVITT BELT MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER. rnd. with brass blade sight. Bbl. and top strap rotate upward for cyl. removal. Top strap is marked “MASS. ARMS Co./ CHICOPEE FALLS”. 6-shot rnd. cyl. with patriotic scene acid etched ornamentation. Frame and sideplate flats have highlights of foliate engraving. Nickel finished brass trigger guard and backstrap, with 1-piece square butt walnut grip. Total of approx. 1,000 mfg. 1850-1851. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance with spots of very light pitting. Grips have added finish over dents and handling marks with a chip at left side of the toe. Cyl. does not index properly when action is cycled. Bore retains sound rifling showing small spots of light pitting. (01-26659/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4083. CIVIL WAR SAVAGE NAVY REVOLVER.

popular double action large frame military revolver, 14.75” overall, 7 1/8” octagonal barrel. Unique double ring trigger double action mechanism, 3-line address on top frame strap. Manufactured 1862-1863, inspector cartouche on left grip. CONDITION: very good overall, metal smooth gray patina, good markings, well fit dented grips with heavy wear, cartouche discernible. Mechanically crisp w/ good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27668/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4084. C.R. ALSOP NAVY MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Cal. 36. S# 793. Bbl. 4” octagon with brass cone style sight. Top flat of bbl. is marked “C.R. ALSOP MIDDLETOWN, CONN./ PATENTED

JULY 17th, AUGUST 7th 1860, MAY 14th, 1861”. 5-shot rnd. rebated cyl. Standard model, frame is without the safety device of the early models. Spur trigger and 2-piece walnut grips. Total quantity approx. 500 mfg. 1862-1863. CONDITION: bbl., cyl., and loading lever base retain 50% fading blue showing scattered spots of light pitting. Frame has largely faded to gray showing scattered pitting. Hammer and loading lever retain small amounts of case colors. Grips have age darkened appearance showing scratches and marks. Sound mechanics. Bore is generally bright with sound rifling showing intermittent light pitting. (01-26649/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4085. RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMS CO. JAQUITH PATENT BELT MODEL PERCUSSION

Cal. 31. S# 96. Bbl. 4” rnd. 6-shot rnd. cyl. with acid etched ornamentation. Action has center mounted hammer. Sides of action and grip straps have moderate coverage of floral engraving. Right side of is marked “1838/ JAQUITH’S/ PATENT”.

2-piece walnut grips. Total production of approx. 150 guns circa. 1851. CONDITION: bbl. and top strap show evidence of heavy cleaning with touch up blue showing spots of light pitting. Cyl. and frame have gray faded appearance with worn engraving showing some very light pitting. Sanded grips have worn appearance with dents, marks, and small chips. Functioning action with light spring tension. 1 nipple is broken. Front bead is broken. Lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-26658/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4086. JAMES WARNER SECOND MODEL SECOND VARIATION PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S# 5543. Bbl. 3 7/8” rnd. with cone type brass front sight. 6-shot rnd. roll engraved cyl. Solid frame action has simple floral engraving. Top flat is marked “JAMES WARNER SPRINGFIELD, MASS.U.S.A.”. 2-piece walnut grips. Production of about 9,000 mfg. 1857 to the late 1860s. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing handling marks & scattered light pitting. Refinished grips show marks & dents. Functioning action. Lightly pitted bore has intact rifling. (01-26666/DS). ANTIQUE. $900-1400.

4087. JOSIAH ELLS 3RD MODEL POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. S#. 79. Bbl. 4 3/4” octagon w/ bead sight. Round 5 shot cyl. Solid frame action w/ spur type hammer that strikes from the right side. Action is designed to operate in SA or DA modes. Left side of hammer is marked “ ELLS PATENT”. Right side has patent dates of “AUG.1, 1854” and “APRIL 28, 1857”. Sides of action have open pattern floral engraving. 2-piece square butt hard wood replacement grips. Total production of about 200 mfg. 1857-1859. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance showing scattered spots of very light pitting. Replacement grips show light marks. Action functions properly in DA mode. Cyl. is not indexing properly in SA mode. Lightly pitted bore. (01-26667/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4088. MANHATTAN ARMS BAR HAMMER PERCUSSION PISTOL. Cal. 36. NSN. Bbl. 3” partrnd. part-oct. Left side of bbl. marked “CAST STEEL”. Left side of hammer has Manhattan Arms patent markings. Frame has floral engraving. Smooth hardwood grips. CONDITION: grips have added finish with some chipping, staining, dings & handling marks. Metal is a silvery-gray color with scattered oxidation, handling marks & light pitting. Trigger reset is very sluggish when hand cycled. Pitted & oxidized bore. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27671/MJC). ANTIQUE. $500-800.

4089. BACON UNDERHAMMER PEPPERBOX PISTOL. Cal. 31. NSN. Bbls. 3 1/2” six-shot cluster. Frame has floral engraving. Smooth hardwood grips. CONDITION: grips show handling marks, black staining & the remnants of an old finish. Bbl. cluster is a dull gray patina with scattered oxidation & pitting. Frame is a silvery cleaned color with scattered pitting & oxidation. Action hangs up & may require attention to fix. Oxidized bores. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27675/MJC). ANTIQUE. $400-600.

4090. ALLEN & WHEELOCK SIDEHAMMER LIPFIRE POCKET MODEL REVOLVER. Cal. 32 Lipfire. S# 157 found on frame, bbl., cyl., and grips. Bbl. 6” octagon. Brass semi-circular front sight. Left flat is marked “ALLEN & WHEELOCK, WORCHESTER, MS. U.S./ ALLEN’S PATENTS SEPT.7, NOV.9, 1858, JULY.3, 1860”. 6-shot rnd. cyl. Iron frame with spur trigger. Rotating loading gate is held by a long rack and pinion lever that operates the ejector rod. 2-piece square butt walnut grips. Estimated quantity of several hundred mfg. in the early 1860s. CONDITION: metal has faded to gray/brown showing scattered spots of light pitting. Grips have worn finish with numerous small dents and handling marks. Cyl. does not rotate properly when action is cycled. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling. (01-26652/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4091. LOT OF 2 ALLEN & WHEELOCK SIDEHAMMER STANDARD MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVERS. Both: Cal. 31. Bbls. 4” octagon with brass blade front sights. Left flat of bbls. is marked “ALLEN & WHEELOCK. WORCESTER.MASS.U.S./ ALLEN’S PT’S.JAN.13. DEC.15.1857.SEPT.7.1858”. 5-shot rnd. roll engraved cyls. Loading rammer is operated by hinged trigger guard that rotates forward. 2-piece square butt walnut grips. 1) S# 468 (right side of frame beneath grip). CONDITION: metal has largely faded to gray showing small dents and handling marks. Grips show wear and handling marks with small repair on butt of left panel. Cyl. does not rotate when action is cycled. Lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-26664/DS). 2) S# 234 (right side of frame beneath grip). CONDITION: metal has faded to gray showing scattered very light pitting. Grips show finish wear and handling marks. Action is tight and sound. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-26665/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

cyls. held by sliding cyl. pins. Iron frames with bar style hammers. Right side of hammers are marked “PATENTED/ APRIL 16, 1845”. Bag type 2-piece walnut grips. Mfg. 1857 in through the early 1860s. Production is estimated as high as 1,500, however actual production is likely much less. 1) S# 627 found on bbl. and inside of frame. Cyl. has mismatched S# “531”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked brown leather holster. Holster is in fair condition with torn straps. CONDITION: metal has faded to mottled gray showing light handling marks and small spots of light pitting. Action screws show heavy screwdriver distortion. Cyl. has 90% roll engraved scene. Grips show wear and handling marks. Action has extremely stiff function. Bore retains sound rifling showing some very light pitting. (01-26650/DS).

2) S# 76 is found on bbl., inside of grips and mainspring. Top of frame is marked “ALLEN & WHEELOCK”. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance showing scattered light pitting. Cyl. retains 30% lightly visible roll engraved scene. Grips show wear with dents, handling marks, and small chips. Action has smooth function. Action screws show heavy distortion. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-26650/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4093. PAIR OF BROOKLYN ARMS SLOCUM FRONT LOADING POCKET REVOLVERS. Cal. 32 RF. Bbls. 3” rnd., marked “B.A. Co. PATENT APRIL 14th, 1863”. 5-shot cyls. of unique design having individual chambers that slide forward for loading. Solid brass frames with checkered spur triggers and center mounted hammers. Frames have foliate scroll hand engraving with double line borders. 2-piece rnd. butt walnut grips. Estimated total of over 10,000 mfg. 1863-1864. 1) S# 2883. Brass cone style front sight. CONDITION: bbl. has faded to gray showing some very light pitting. Cyl. retains over 50% lightly faded blue showing small dents at rear. Brass has acquired a pleasing mild patina. Grips show light finish wear and handling marks. Hammer does not hold in full cock position when action is cycled. Lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-26656/DS).

2) S# 5627. Brass bead front sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked leather flap holster in fair condition. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance. Brass frame shows evidence of light cleaning with small dents on right side. Grips have worn and blistering finish showing scratches and marks. Sound mechanics. Bore retains strong rifling. (01-26657/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

4094. COLT 1855 ROOT MODEL 5A & ALLEN & WHEELOCK SIDE HAMMER REVOLVERS. 1) COLT 1855 MODEL 5A REVOLVER. 31. S# 6295. Bbl. 4 1/2” rnd. with New York address. Fully fluted 5-shot cyl. Side-mounted hammer with spur trigger. Blue finish. 1-piece walnut grip. S# range for the Model 5A revolver was 2,4018,000. Mfg. in 1863. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray showing scattered pitting. Grips have worn finish with scratches, marks, and small chip at butt. Cyl. does not rotate properly when action is cycled. Lightly pitted bore has mildly worn rifling. (01-26688/DS). 2) ALLEN & WHEELOCK SIDEHAMMER RIMFIRE REVOLVER. Cal. 32 RF. S# 277 (found on inside of frame and back of grips). Bbl. 3 7/8” octagon with dovetailed mounted replacement blade sight. 6-shot rnd. roll engraved cyl. Sidehammer with spur trigger. Left side of frame forward of cyl. is marked with date “JULY 3, 1860”. 2-piece walnut grips. Estimated quantity of over 1,000 mfg. 1859-1862. CONDITION: 40% dull blue fading to gray. Cyl. retains clearly visible scene. Grips have worn finish showing dents, marks, and small chips. Sound action. Bore retains strong rifling showing small spots of very light pitting. (02-26689/DS). BOTH ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4095. LOT OF 3 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVERS BY JAMES WARNER & JOSIAH ELLS. Lot consists of: 1) JAMES WARNER PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 28. S# 95. Bbl. 2 1/2” rnd. with brass cone style front sight. 6-shot rnd. roll engraved cyl. marked “JAMES WARNER, SPRINGFIELD, MASS./ WARNERS PATENT”. Rounded iron frame with scroll engraving. 2-piece bag type walnut grips. CONDITION: bbl. and cyl. retain 40% fading blue showing spots of light pitting. Frame has faded to gray showing good engraving. Grips show wear with dents and handling marks. Action functions properly, cyl. exhibits slight side play. Bore retains sound rifling showing some very light pitting. (01-26653/DS). 2). JOSIAH ELLS SECOND MODEL BAR HAMMER POCKET MODEL. Cal. 31. S#. 47. Bbl. 3 1/4” octagon w/ cone style sight. 5 shot round roll engraved cyl. Engraved solid frame action w/ bar hammer, marked “ELLS PATENT / AUG. 1, 1854 / APRIL 28, 1857”. Two piece square butt walnut grips. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to gray. Grips show moderate wear & handling marks. Action cycles properly. One action screw is missing behind trigger guard. Bore retains sound rifling showing small spots of very light pitting. (01-26654/ DS). 3. JOSIAH ELLS FIRST MODEL BAR HAMMER POCKET. Cal. 31. S#. 3. Bbl. 3” round w/ smooth bore & bead sight. Round 5 shot roll engraved cyl. Round open top action w/ bar hammer. Hammer is marked “ELLS PATENET / AUG. 1, 1854.” Two piece bag type walnut grips. CONDITION: metal has faded gray appearance w/ scattered pitting. Refinished grips shows handling marks. Properly functioning action. lightly pitted bore. (01-26655/DS). $1200-1800.

Lot 4096

Very Rare “Rattlesnake”

Patchbox Virginia Manufactory Rifle

4096. VERY RARE “RATTLESNAKE” PATCHBOX VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY RIFLE. Cal. 50. NSN. 61” overall, 46” octagonal barrel originally 45 caliber rifled, now smooth bore, fixed rear sight, inset brass blade front sight. The lock is marked “ VIRGINIA / MANUFACTORY” forward of the cock and “RICHMOND / 1806” vertically at tail. Brass furniture including 4-piece patchbox terminating in rattlesnake head with silver inset tongue, engraved on the patchbox is the motto “Don’t Tread on Me”, walnut stock. George Moller details these very rare 1st model rifles produced 1803-1809, only 333 produced all years, first one’s brass, later one’s iron. There are no more than 2 or 3 examples known and this is a beautiful survivor. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages from Moller pertinent to this rare rifle. CONDITION: very good to fine as conserved with original flint lock, stock appears all original with no insets, mechanics functional, clear dark bore. PROVENANCE: from a prominent collector. (01-28023/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-35,000.

bands, sideplate, triggerguard, and rear sling boss. Lock marked “VIRGINIA / Manufactory” & “RICHMOND / 1817”. Inspector initial “W” stamped in stock rear of trigger guard. 2nd model VA Manufactories were made 1812-1821, total quantity of 37,000, 4536 muskets made in 1817 but few survive in original flint configuration as most converted to percussion. During the Civil War over 60,000 flint muskets in Virginia state armory were converted to percussion which included vast majority of VA Manufactory. High condition survivors such as this example that Dick Littlefield would never sell, he owned it for over 40 years is very rare. This is among the very finest of all survivors. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, all original and complete. Iron is smooth gray/bright patina, markings all crisp. Stock is sound, well fit, sharp edges, raised grain, large hairline forward of sideplate, mechanically fine, dirty smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Richard “Dick” Littlefield estate collection. (01-28030/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

4097. HISTORIC & UNIQUE GOLD & SILVER MOUNTED TEMPLETON REID, COLUMBUS GEORGIA MADE RIFLE. Cal. 58. NSN. Barrel is 38” full octagonal. This rifle is only example known made by Templeton Reid, best known for his manufacture of extremely rare Georgia territorial gold coins. This rifle was for many years in the Greene Museum of Chattahoochee Valley History till contents were sold by James D. Julia Auctions in 2014. The museum reader board read: “This rifle was manufactured by Templeton Reid about the year 1830. It was originally a flintlock rifle which has been converted to percussion. The rifle was personally owned by Templeton Reid and was the one he used in the late 1830s in rifle matches in Columbus, Georgia. The gold overlay of the rifle barrel was a Georgia gold nugget that Reid hammered into a sheet of gold and overlaid to protect the barrel from pitting. Reid also inlaid his name in gold in the lock plate. Silver

pins were inlaid on the stock to form a checkered design. The patch box lid was originally a Cohutta Indian gorget cut up and inlaid on the stock of the gun. Templeton Reid was born in the year 1785. He moved from North Carolina to Eatonton GA with his family, while he was still a child. As a young man in Milledgeville, Georgia area Reid engaged into several professions: blacksmithing, watchmaking, gunsmithing and as a silversmith working in both gold and silver. Shortly after gold was discovered in North Georgia, Templeton Reid, in 1830 moved to Gainesville GA and opened a private mint, where he became the first person in the United States to privately mint gold coins. Reid minted gold coins in denominations of $2.50, $5, and $10…. In 1849, in Columbus GA, Templeton Reid minted 2 gold coins, one coin was of a $25 denomination. The other was a $10 coin. The $25 gold coin was stolen from the United states mint in 1858 and has never been recovered. Reid died in Columbus GA in 1851. The editor of the Columbus Enquirer described Templeton Reid as the best gunsmith in the United States” The half stock rifle is silver & gold mounted, unique 6-piece silver Cherokee patchbox design, shrouded silver around brass buttplate, silver toeplate, silver trigger guard is attached to a steel trigger plate which extends forward of the bow, forming “acorn” finial with chased detail, silver hunting star inset on cheek piece, over 300 silver pins are inset into checkered wrist, silver shield thumb plate, silver reinforced plate between lock & engraved barrel breech, silver nose cap, three silver ramrod thimbles mounted on brass rib at bottom of 38” full octagonal barrel, and four silver keyway escutcheons. 2.25” x 1.5” piece of sheet gold covers 3 flats of breech to ingeniously protect from powder corrosion. Lockplate has an inlaid gold rectangle engraved in block letters “REID”, the same marking is found on barrel. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: research document and biographic material. CONDITION: very good overall, sound and complete, iron patina, silver patina, mechanically fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Templeton Reid (1785-1851); Cecil Anderson collection; Featured & described “Gunsmiths and Allied Tradesmen of Georgia” by Wayne Elliott & James Whisker, 2011; George Greene collection (1950-2014) (Greene Museum of Chattahoochee Valley History); James Julia Auction, lot 3341, October 2014. (01-27275/JS). ANTIQUE. $25,000-30,000.

4098. RARE CONFEDERATE SOUTH CAROLINA PALMETTO MODEL 1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. One of the most elusive of Confederate secondary arms is the Palmetto Armory Model 1841 rifle, which there are very few specimens known. This example conforms to other known Palmetto Armory rifles: 33” barrel, brass furniture, unique toolbox mortise not cut for extra nipple, brass tipped ramrod. Lock markings: “PALMETTO ARMORY SC” in a circle around a Palmetto tree forward of hammer and “COLUMBIA / S.C. 1852” vertically at tail. Barrel breech marked “Wm. GLAZE&co” with “V” “P” and palmetto tree proofs, “1853” stamped on barrel tang. Buttplate is overstrike surcharged “SC” over “US”, uniquely Palmetto numbered to match stock. Tang screw is original Palmetto round & semi- domed head, Federal always flat, retains unique Palmetto original brass blade front sight top mounted rear bayonet lug, fixed rear sight. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of the American Society of Arms Collectors (ASAC) #115; Page 115/51 “The Palmetto Rifle, An Examination of the Survivors” by Frederick G. Novy, letter & notes from Dr. Novy on this rifle. CONDITION: very good overall, complete & original other than stock restoration and front barrel band which is correct replacement, missing rear sling swivel. When found wrist & forestock were shattered and missing wood around tang, stock has been professionally restored and is a very pleasing example. Lock has very good markings, all discernible, even the fronds & leaflets clear on Palmetto tree. Barrel marking all very good. Mechanically fine with good .54 caliber & 7 land & groove rifled bore. PROVENANCE: rifle was found in 1997 in a barn near Albany NY by John Mullen; Dr. Fred Novy collection from John Mullen in 2010. Dr. Novy is leading authority on Palmetto weapons and author of “The Palmetto Rifle” article published in American Society of Arms Collectors bulletin. He has studied most examples known in about every major institution & private collection. (01-26927/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

with rare Palmetto Armory lock, and Mississippi rifle components. Turned muzzle 33” barrel is smooth bored with added small brass blade sight forward of front strapping band with flattened top edges for sighting. Gun was totally painted black including brass, steel, and iron when used but most worn over the years. There is hole in stock rear of tang where a tang sight was used, now missing. CONDITION: very good “as found”, complete and original as assembled including both sling swivels, uncleaned, traces of black paint on every metal component, more on stock. Lock is stamped with Palmetto tree in circular cartouche “PALMETTO ARMORY S*C”, and “COLUMBIA / S.C. 1852”. Barrel has discernible “P” & “STEEL” on left breech. Lock & barrel has iron patina, still crusty at breech. Brass has mottled patina, tool box lid is bent and “Williams MC” crudely scratched on cover. Scattered white paint specs on rifle, most on belly at rear band. Mechanics fine, smooth rusted bore. (01-

4100. RARE CONFEDERATE “REPUBLICAN BLUES” BRANDED 1855 RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 58. S# 28. 1858 dated Springfield model 1855 rifle musket in standard configuration, 40” barrel with VP/eagle proofs. 3” brand “REPUBLICAN BLUES” and “28” on belly of stock. There are only four accounted for of the approximate 200 issued to the most elite of Savannah Georgia militia units who became Company “C” of the 1st Georgia Infantry. The Blues were among the very first troops to leave the state of Georgia, 1st going to Pensacola FL, in 1861, soon to be transferred to Virginia and then back to Georgia defending the Georgia coast at Ft. McAllister. In May of 1864 they rejoined the army of Tennessee, attempting to help in preventing Sherman’s ravaging of Georgia and continued to Greensboro NC where the army was surrendered. This is a well-cared for musket that survived the war in beautiful complete original condition. We are aware of only 3 other survivors, #53, and #106 and non-serialized example at Atlanta History Center from George Wray collection that was later re-issued to Andersonville prison guard. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of research on Republican Blues and their arms in the Civil War. CONDITION: very good overall, truly fine for a confederate used arm, smooth dark iron patina, Maynard tape door is likely a replacement as the Maynard tape mechanism is non-functioning and was removed on majority of arms, tapes not available in the Confederate States during war and they proved ineffective in battle, and Union forces often disabled there’s also. Markings all discernible, brand is very good and matching inventory number “28”. Mechanics are fine, well-worn dark rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Dr. Kerry

4101. 1864 DATED CONFEDERATE FAYETTEVILLE RIFLE. Cal. .62 smoothbore. NSN. Standard configuration of the popular brass mounted Confederate rifle made in Fayetteville, NC from captured Harper’s Ferry machinery, 33” barrel proved with captured Harper’s Ferry eagle proof, “V” (viewed) & “P” (proved). The lockplate is marked forward of the hammer w/ eagle over “CSA” & “Fayetteville” & stamped behind the hammer “1864.” Buttplate has “CSA” surcharge; both barrel bands marked “U” (up). Inspector cartouche “PB” stamped on flat opposite lock. Rifle has been reamed out to smooth bore with front sight altered to small inset blade. CONDITION: good overall. Dark plum iron patina, pitting at breech. Buttplate, trigger guard, barrel bands, lock escutcheons, & nosecap have smooth mixed mottled brass patina. Ramrod and rear sight are reproductions. Stock is sound, worn rounded edges, cartouche visible in outline. Mechanically fine with smooth dark bore. (01-27785/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

still has case hardened finish. The accompanying letter of authenticity states that this was Confederate alteration and it makes sense as the stock has no US inspection and Richmond lock is perfectly fitted. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter of authenticity “Museum of Our Southern Heritage”, 2005. CONDITION: very good to fine overall for a Confederate associated long arm. 40” barrel retains crisp rifling and correct Harpers Ferry proofs and barrel date 1858 which last two digits are very weak, US” surcharged buttplate. The lock is exceptional with crisp “C.S. /RICHMOND” and “1864”. The stock has rich hand worn patina, hairline crack at wrist unaffecting the overall aesthetic. Mechanics are crisp, rifled bore is bright. The accompanying heavy canvas & leather sling is sound and fine overall. PROVENANCE: Lifelong collection of Richard A. Baumann. (01-26016/JS). ANTIQUE. $3000-5000.

“CAPTURED AND COLLECTED-Confederate Reissued Firearms” 2019. The other captured Joslyn (S# 585) was attributed to 19th NY cavalry. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Captain Knott’s C&R 2019 text showing identical markings and attributions. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and original, barrel retains traces of original blue with balance a mottled plum/brown patina. Lock & hammer retain strong areas of muted case colors. Stock is sound with 2 bright inspector cartouches, scattered dints and dings consistent with field use. Brass furniture has toned patina after old polish. Mechanically fine with bright crisp rifled bore. (01-26984/ JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

few small spots of corrosion. Wood shows scattered scratches and handling marks. Stock has a small crack at the toe. Sound action,

mostly complete specimen has 40” barrel with remnants of “PV” and eagle head proofs at rear. Usual sights are fitted and barrel attaches to stock with three spring retained bands. Lock with “High Hump”; shaped this way because captured forging were for model 1855 muskets with Maynard tape primers; Richmond Armory used them “as found” not milled for primer. The lock on this rifle is stamped in second variation style with “C.S.” over “RICHMOND, VA.” at front. “1862” is at rear. Walnut stock is iron mounted and “U.S.” is stamped on buttplate. No other marks or stamps are found in wood or metal except for “U” on top two bands. Tulip shaped ramrod is present. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: triangular bayonet with 18” blade is stamped “U.S.” at rear. CONDITION: fair to good. Metal retaining mostly uncleaned dark brown patina; although some cleaning is evident on lockplate. Stock is sound; very dry with a myriad of marks and dings in its original finish. There is some loss to wood at right side of barrel tang. Musket appears complete and original except for likely replacement of correct style hammer and rear sight. Bore is very good; fairly shiny with strong rifling. Lock works but tumbler is loose. Bayonet shows cleaning to brown splotchy silver. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis.

“whistles Dixie” pinned and filed to fit. Standard configuration otherwise with brass furniture, most with inspection initials, barrel stamped “JH” and “STEEL” and proofed “US / JH / P” (Joseph Hannis). Inside toolbox lid a soldier scratched his initials “AWM”. Stock has original pair of US inspection cartouches. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Dr. Novy’s collection data sheet. CONDITION: very good overall, good lock markings, barrel proofs discernible, but date obscured by pitting, front sight is undersized for dovetailed mortise and loose, original brown barrel finish present on protected areas under stock. PROVENANCE: Dr. Fred Novy collection. (01-26931/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4106A. RARE CONFEDERATE TUCKER & SHERRARD DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 106. Among the rarest of all Confederate revolvers are pistols produced in Lancaster TX by the firm of Tucker and Sherrard with a total of 12 documented pistols, three of which are navies S# 1, 59, and 72 and nine dragoons. All war time Tucker & Sherrard dragoons have square back trigger guards. S# 3 & 23 have slightly shorter cylinders with oval Colt-style cylinder stops. S# 52, 54, 56, 81 are unique low-hammer design. S# 103, 106, and 129 are standard hammer design, which is style offered here. S# 103 is part of Virginia Historical Society collection.

There has not been a “real” Tucker & Sherrard Dragoon discovered since I started this database 40 years ago, these three low hammers may be the only survivors. S# 103 is part of Virginia Historical Society collection.

There is a file of correspondence concerning production in Texas State archive. Bill Gary in his 1987 text transcribes them all and concludes properly that very few guns were made between contact date mid 1862 and 1863.

We know after the war there was a small quantity of Tucker and Sherrard barrels leftover and it is well documented that the firm of Clark, Sherrard & Co. made guns from these parts, circa 1867. Documented serial numbers range 126-404 in my database, with about

a dozen originals known, and about as many fakes. All post war Clark & Sherrards have round trigger guards. Several are in wonderful condition and have beautifully etched “TEXAS ARMS” decorated cylinders, the top straps are etched: CLARK, SHERRARD & CO / LANCASTER TEXAS”.

Tucker & Sherrard S# 106 conforms with the 4 low-hammer and other 2 high-hammer survivors in dimensions and markings, 7.5” octagonal to round barrel with no cutout loading notch. S#s found stamped on most every part unlike Colt stamped on sides of loading lever pivot and back of hammer. This revolver is pictured across 2 pages of Bill Gary’s “CONFEDERATE REVOLVERS”. S# 106 is complete and original.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Bill Gary’s original collector card, 1973. Copy of Bill Gary signed “Confederate Revolvers”. CONDITION: good to very good overall, iron patina, brass grip frame has break repairs at ears of back strap and rear of trigger bow, professionally repaired. Grips have “GARY” stamped internally in back strap channel as Bill did with most his collection. Mechanics are fine, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Bill Locke (1894-1972) collection; Bill Gary Collection (1924-2014); Little John Auction of Bill Gary Estate, lot 1052, June 29, 2014; Esteemed Norman Greenberg estate collection. (01-27598/JS). ANTIQUE. $50,000-100,000.

4107. RARE CONFEDERATE COLUMBUS MISSISSIPPI LEECH & RIGDON CONFEDERATE REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 78. The firm of Leech & Rigdon, whose principal Thomas Leech made arms in Memphis Tennessee as “Memphis Novelty Works” is best known for manufacturing edged weapons but with the addition of Charles Rigdon, St. Louis gunsmith to the firm; revolvers were manufactured in 1862 in Columbus Mississippi. The very 1st guns, were marked “Leech & Rigdon Novelty Works” later the “Novelty Works” was dropped and only the small font “Leech & Rigdon” remained like on this rare survivor. There were about 350 revolvers made in Columbus, Mississippi before they were forced To evacuate because of Union forces taking Memphis. The characteristics of these guns like all Confederate manufacturers in their early production were not as consistent as their later standard government production products, 7.25” barrel. Several of these earliest guns have mixed serial numbers like this one, parts from failed pistols used on others. Of the 23 survivors made in Columbus, this is the latest addition to database, just coming to light in 2021 from estate in Sharpsburg, GA. This is a beautiful Confederate used “as found” gun with uncleaned patina, well cared for and in same family for over 100 years and first time ever offered for sale. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Affidavit from Dr. Kerry Elliott, Sharpsburg, GA stating family history on revolver where inherited from unnamed Confederate soldier. My most recent article on Leech & Rigdon Revolvers. CONDITION: very good overall, all Leech & Rigdon, all matching with exception of wedge “79”, and replaced 1863 made loading lever S# 672 with ball-pin catch instead of ball catch that is on most Columbus guns. Matching S# 78 found on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, and arbor. Original grips have tacking marks that obscure S# that would have been stamped. Markings all discernible, “LEECH & RIGDON” is all visible though first few letters weaker, S#s all discerned though barrel & frame are light and iron pitted and uncleaned. Safety pins worn but complete, holster wear at muzzle. Mechanically fine with good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Recently discovered in Sharpsburg. (01-27862/JS). $25,000-35,000.

4108. FINE CONFEDERATE GRISWOLD REVOLVER. Cal. 36. S# 3139. This revolver was sold from “Confederate Revolver” author Bill Gary’s collection in estate auction in 2014. His original inventory card read: “Everything original excellent condition”. Indeed, this is a very fine survivor with long collection history and provenance. Classic 2nd model Confederate brass framed Colt, 7.5” octagonal to round barrel. Made by Sam Griswold in his converted cotton gin factory at Griswoldville, Georgia, 1864. Griswold was largest manufacturer of revolvers in the Confederacy. Only about 7500 revolvers were made by the Southern manufacturers & Griswold production accounted for almost half. His classic brass framed navies utilizing twisted iron instead of steel and are the most popular of Confederate revolvers. Of the approximate 350 survivors, a very small percentage are all original. Griswold revolvers in addition to serial numbers have secondary numbers (19), cryptic markings (backwards J) & Roman numerals (XXXIII) found on specific parts. These marks are found on specific locations internally, & secondary numbers also found externally on wedge and loading arm. This revolver has matching markings on every part where it should be found. If you are waiting for that perfect Griswold, this is your opportunity. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of “Colt Brevette Revolvers” 2011, by Roy Marcot where revolver is pictured. Copy of my most recent Griswold Revolver article. Custom display case with 2-cavity brass mold, powder flask, cap tin, and loose excavated pistol bullets. CONDITION: good to very good overall (Fine for Confederate), appears all original w/ exception of replaced butt strap screw. Iron has overall gray patina & the cylinder twist lines are distinct. Brass has a light to medium mustard patina. Cylinder shows much less wear than most CS revolvers and still has 5 of 6 functional safety pins & original lathe finishing marks when manufactured. Grips have hand worn patina; secondary number “19” stamped in backstrap channel. Mechanically fine, though hair trigger at full cock, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Theodore Dexter, about 1935; Jackson Arms Catalog #12, (November, 1955); Romaine Fielding, Los Angeles, CA, 1957; Marvin Hoffman, Museum of Historical Arms, Miami, FL, March, 1981; Bill Gary collection ~1990; Pictured page 288, “COLT BREVETE REVOLVERS” 2011, by Marcot/Paxton 2011; Auction of Bill Gary estate June, 2014; Poulin Auctions 2021; private Southern collection. (0128126/JS). ANTIQUE. $20,000-40,000.

4109. UNIQUE LEMAT REVOLVER WITH SHOTGUN 16” EXTENSION BARREL. Cal. 42/18ga. NSN. This truly bizarre and unique revolver has a very long collection history. It was first published in October 1918 on cover of Hobbies Magazine and ended up in the remarkable LeMat collection of the late Cliff Young. Revolver is in the standard configuration of Civil War percussion LeMats, 6.75” full octagonal barrel atop a shorter shotgun barrel, hammer with selector switch between 9-shot rifled barrel & single shot “grapeshot” barrel. The unique feature which has made this pistol so iconic is the 16” screw on extension shotgun barrel. This revolver of English manufacture with Birmingham proofs on cylinder and barrel was later altered with extension barrel and spring loaded arm on the left side of frame to stop cylinder rotation with corresponding small round slots. The revolver was originally made with LeMat’s patent reciprocating pin mechanism which often broke and wherever this revolver was modified, the complex reciprocating pin rotation system was abandoned for the added arm and cylinder stops. This revolver has seen hard use but well cared for and has always been a wonderful curiosity since it first appeared in print over 100 years ago to collectors. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: research file including copy of Cowan/Little John auction catalog; early photos of gun, Copy of Hobbies Magazine with gun on cover, copy of Flayderman list. CONDITION: good overall, well worn, side plate bulges, appears original as configured, Metal is overall gray patina with about 10% dull tin plating. Mechanics are sloppy, but will index when cocked, the unique modified spring arm to lock cylinder is partially functionable, well defined rifled bore, shotgun barrel is good smooth bore. Extension barrel fits well with tall folding front sight. PROVENANCE: Ben Ames Williams (1889-1953) American novelist & writer; illustrated on cover of Hobbies Magazine, Oct. 1918; Charles L. Bricker (1878-1967) collection; Flayderman catalog to Cliff Young 1968; Cowan/Little John auction lot 73, April 26, 2016; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27599/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-20,000.

4110. UNIQUE VIRGINIA BRANDED FEDERAL ERA MILITARY PISTOL. Cal. 62. NSN. 18” overall, 11.75”round barrel with oval proof with raised “P”, inset oval brass blade front sight, original forged flint lock with flat unsupported serpentine cock, brass trigger guard & side plate, bag grip with flat sides. “VIRGa” is branded on stock rear of side plate. It is unknown marking on any pistol and unique to this survivor, though at least 2 longarms are known. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copied pages from Smith & Bitter showing Miles contract pistols circa 1800 with similar characteristics and Mile did have Virginia state contract. CONDITION: very good to fine as restored and refinished, original flint configuration, front 4.5” of forestock & nosecap is professionally restored, crack repair just forward of lock, barrel has braised brass plate on bottom and back below vent which appears original, both side plate lock screws have braised repairs to heads, front screw does not bind, iron patina. The “VIRGa” brand is crisp and original. Mechanics fine, smooth clear bore. PROVENANCE: from a prominent collector. (01-28028/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

is “as found” uncleaned with great age patina. Standard configuration model 1842 cavalry pistol with 8.5” barrel was assembled by William Glaze in Columbia, SC in 1852-1853 for the state of South Carolina. Glaze made & delivered 1,000 of these cavalry horse pistols in 1853. Later, during the war for Southern Independence, these pistols served South Carolina cavalry units in Confederate service. This survivor has strong superior “PALMETTO ARMORY” markings on lock surrounding Palmetto tree, tail marked vertically “COLUMBIA / S C. 1852. The barrel has good clear markings “Wm. GLAZE & CO” On the left breech flat, “P” over “V” over Palmetto tree proof. The tang is dated 1853. Dr. Fred Novy has changed the way we look at Palmetto Armory model 1842 pistols and other Palmetto Armory arms with years of examining museum and privately owned examples. No one had realized that there is a unique combination of assembly letter and a number combination on the barrels internally that identify each unique Palmetto pistol. Dr. Novy as of this date has chronicled 119 different original examples, this is #20 in that survey with breech assembly markings a “V” and “2”. Dr. Novy has retained this gun since 2005 as it is among the finest known and one of very few identified and maybe the only one from family descent and soldier’s initials on gun. Though Palmetto pistols are often seen on market, few are as fine. This is a wonderful identified original example with great markings throughout from the collection of Dr. Novy. Lt. Noah J. Martin (1837-1863) Entered service October 2, 1861 as private Co. D, 1st SC Cavalry, elected lieutenant November 1862, unit moved from SC to Virginia under General Wade Hampton, fought at most cavalry engagements with Hampton, notably in Gettysburg campaign at Hanover June 30, 1863, and Hunterstown (North Cavalry Field) against George Custer’s cavalry on July 2. The 1st SC cavalry had over 1800 men on roster at beginning of war, by Gettysburg, 339 men were on roster, only 46 men were present when war ended. Lt. Martin had already died of typhoid at Charlottesville, VA military hospital November 4, 1863, where he is buried. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: Dr. Novy’s detailed data sheet, biographic info on Lt. Martin. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, all original, correct and matching, missing bale from swivel for ramrod which is easily replaced with another, but this is way it was found and this is probably only named 1st SC cavalry Palmetto pistol. Mechanically fine with clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Jim Maconkey collection; Dr. Fred Novy collection 2005. (01-26928/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-9,000.

4111A. CASED PAIR OF REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA HORSE PISTOLS, JOHN CHAMPE CARTER OF VIRGINIA. Cal. 48. NSN. Each pistol is 12” overall, 7.5” barrels. Pistols are unmarked, steel mounted, lightly engraved with fine inset wire around barrel tang and ramrod thimble. Pistols mounted in vintage red velvet lined hinged casing. Old tag in case reads: “Carried by Capt. John Champe Carter / Revolutionary War / Virginia Militia / Albemarle Co. Virginia”. Accompanying letter from Gordon Barlow states the pistols were purchased from prominent Virginia Carter family. Capt. John Champe Carter (1750-1809) served in Harrison’s 1st Continental Artillery in 1777, and in Virginia militia after the war. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of Gordon Barlow letter stating history. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, clean gray/ bright metal, solid stocks, small cosmetic blemishes, mechanics fine, clear smooth bores, casing is very good, one latch broken and placed in covered case. PROVENANCE: Carter Family, Carter’s Mountain, VA; Gordon Barlow from the Yost collection; Richard “Dick” Littlefield estate collection. (01-28031/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-8,000.

4111B. VERY FINE “WOLF & DURRINGER” LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY HENRY DERINGER PERCUSSION PISTOL. 5” overall, 1.5” barrel retaining all its original bright brown marbled finish. Breech and lockplate both stamped “DERINGER / PHILADELA” and barrel has scarce Deringer applied authorized agent marking “WOLF & DURRINGER / LOUISe KY / AGENTS”. Barrel has Deringer “P” proof in radiating sun burst. German silver engraved mounts, varnished walnut stock with checkered wrist. You won’t find a better southern agent marked Henry Deringer. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages from Doug Eberhart’s Henry Deringer text showing this rare agent. CONDITION: excellent, retaining most all original finish, mechanics perfect, bright shiny 7 land & groove rifling. PROVENANCE: Doug Eberhart collection; Richard “Dick” Littlefield estate collection. (01-28032/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

4111C. RARE PETER W KRAFT COLUMBIA SC DERRINGER. barrel engraved “P W KRAFT COLUMBIA SC”, engraved German silver mounts, engraved back action lock & hammer styled after Henry Deringer. His pistols are quite rare and this one is quite unique being made with no provision for ramrod. Peter W. Kraft (18301903) German émigré manufactured rifles & pistols starting about 1850. During the Civil War he had contract to alter rifles and shotguns 1861-1863 till partnering with brother Henry, a metal worker and plater forming the firm of KG&K in early 1864 making among the finest Confederate swords. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of page from Doug Eberhart’s “The Deringer in America” showing another example of this rare maker. CONDITION: very good, traces of original brown striping on barrel, traces of case color on breech, plum/gray patina overall, professionally repaired break in forestock, mechanics fine, good lightly rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Richard “Dick” Littlefield estate collection. (01-28033/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

in extra nipple. Only 770 Merrill rifles made during the Civil War. Several Midwest regiments issued rifles were the 21st Indiana and 7th & 10th Michigan Infantries. CONDITION: fine overall, barrel retains about 80% original plum/blue patina with areas of bright blue. Lock & loading lever have about 25% muted case color, balance gray/brown patina with light pitting. Breech, & hammer retain 80% case colors, latch has strong fire blue finish. Brass has smooth light mustard patina. Stock is sound, raised grain, sharp edges, crisp cartouche; good discernible markings; mechanics fine, crisp bright shiny rifled bore. (01-27781). ANTIQUE. $6,500-9,500.

door, breech latch, & rammer. Lock marked “J.H. MERRILL BALTO. / PAT. JULY. 1858” and “9241” on tail. Loading lever with same markings: “J.H. MERRILL BALTO. / PAT. JULY 1858” and matching S# 9241 at back. Brass bands secured by spring loaded posts on oval escutcheons. Walnut stock with crisp “ZB” cartouche opposite lock, steel ramrod with a button head. Tool box contains brass cleaning jag that fits ramrod, extra nipple, and combination nipple wrench/screw driver. Only 770 Merril rifles made during the Civil War. Several units issued rifles were 21st Indiana and 7th & 10th Michigan Infantries. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, barrel retains about 70% original bright brown with scattered light pitting, lock has traces of case color, overall bright with scattered pitting; lever, breech, & hammer are overall dark with some muted case colors; brass polished and smooth; stock is sound, sharp edges, crisp cartouche; good discernible markings; mechanics fine, crisp bright shiny rifled bore. (01-26912/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

plum/blue patina. 90% fire blue finish on 3 barrel bands, trigger guard, and serial numbered bolt. Buttplate has plum patina with strong traces of factory blue. Ring hammer & trigger retain much of their dark case colors. Lower tang has crisp markings: “GREENE’S PATENT /

4115. JOSLYN CONVERSION MODEL 1864 RIFLE. Cal. 5650. S# 143 M. The Springfield Armory converted an unknown quantity of rifle muskets to breechloaders between January & June 1865 that accepted the Spencer 56-50 metallic cartridge. 52” Overall, 35 1/2” rnd. bbl. w/ fixed front sight & Springfield adjustable 3-position rear sight. Utilizes the same breech mechanism as seen on their cartridge carbines. The breech has Joslyn numbers “M / 143” on breech & tang. The tang also numbered “ 143 M”. Lockplate is converted from musket marked with eagle & “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” forward of hammer & “1864” rear of hammer. The breech mechanism is marked in 2 lines w/ “JOSLYN’S PATENT” last date “JUNE 24, 1862”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of provenance and letter of authenticity from Ancestry Guns. CONDITION: very good overall, stock spliced under rear band, metal cleaned & gray/bright patina. Breech has about half its blue finish. Mechanics are fine, well defined rifled bore. (01-26915/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4116. FINE CIVIL WAR SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 MILITARY RIFLE WITH MATCHING ANGULAR BAYONET. Cal. 52. S# C,34781. This very fine example retains most of its original armory finish. These late war rifles were ordered late in 1864 and most that were delivered went to Hancock’s US Veteran Reserve Corps in 1865. Standard configuration 30” blue barrel, 2 bright inspection cartouches, a nearly identical example is pictured and described on page 363 of “Sharps Firearms-The Percussion Era” co-authored by Roy Marcot 2019. Bayonet has no US, “T” inspector, short .5” shank unique to Collins made Sharps bayonets. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Copies of pertinent pages from Marcot, Paxton, and Marron “Sharps Firearms” book. CONDITION: fine overall, complete, matching, and all original. Barrel retains about 90% thin blue finish, traces of case colors balance silver patina, stock is fine with bright cartouches, mechanically fine, crisp bright rifled bore. Bayonet is fine and bright including sheath. Accompanying leather sling is reproduction. (01-27848/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4117. SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 MILITARY PERCUSSION RIFLE. Cal. 52. S# C37964. Bbl. 30” rnd. with Hartford address. Fixed front sight adapted for socket type bayonet attachment with Lawrence patent rear sight. Percussion action has Lawrence primer feed on lock. Left flat of bbl. has “M.N.M” inspectors mark. Blue finished bbl. and fittings with case colored action, buttplate, and patchbox. 3-band fastened walnut forearm and straight grip stock with steel rifle buttplate and sling swivels. Left side of stock has a clear “DFC” cartouche. Right side of stock has a rectangular lid case colored patchbox. Bottom of forearm ahead of receiver has a clear “A.W.M.” inspector stamp. Approx. 6,150 mfg. in S# range C30000-C40000. CONDITION: bbl. has 40% dull fading blue showing wear spots with scattered pitting. Action has some remaining finish with balance fading to a mottled gray/brown showing scattered light pitting. Buttplate and patchbox retain 40% lightly visible case colors. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches and marks. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. (01-27580/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

CONDTION: Metal finish has faded to an even brown retaining very good marking. Wood has added finish over wear & handling marks with an area of gouging on the left side of the wrist. Sound mechanics. The bore is generally bright w/ strong rifling showing a few spots of pitting. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27767/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

and rectangular lid patchbox. CONDITION: metal shows heavy wear with an overall gray patina appearance showing scattered light pitting with small dents on the right side of the frame. 1 action screw is a replacement, rear lock screw and Maynard primer feed screws are missing. Functioning lock and double set triggers. Wood has added finish over a dark worn appearance with dents and handling marks having small chips around the buttplate and action. Dark pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-27161/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

“NEW MODEL 1863” markings behind the rear sight. Left side of the breech end of the bbl. is marked with an “EAW” inspector proof. Straight breech action with saddle ring and bar on left side. Lock is fitted with the Lawrence primer mechanism. Saddle ring bar base has “HDH” inspectors marks. Peak of buttplate is stamped “H”. Comb on stock has partially legible “EAW” inspector mark. Band fastened carbine forearm and straight grip stock with steel carbine buttplate. CONDITION: bbl. retains a small amount of blue fading to mottled gray/brown showing handling marks with a series of dents on either side of the forearm band. Action finish has faded to mottled gray/brown with small dents at the top of the receiver. Stock and forearm are sanded and refinished with age darkened appearance showing scratches and marks. Sound action. Bore shows spots of very light pitting and retains strong rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27134/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,200.

4121. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1861 RIFLE MUSKET WITH SOUTHERN HISTORY. Cal. 58. NSN. This was the most advanced longarm in American armories are beginning of Civil War. The attrition rate was very high for these first 1861 dated model 1861s. This musket ended up in southern Mississippi as related by family oral history in accompanying copied email. Musket is in standard configuration 56’ overall, 40” barrel, 1861 dated Springfield lock, “as found” with possibly Confederate made replacement ramrod. Union muskets abandoned or captured were reused by Confederate forces and often ramrods were missing. Confederate armories were kept busy cleaning & repairing arms, manufacturing ramrods is prominent in armory records. There is no identifying marks to show C & R like found on some. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of email from Gulfport, Mississippi pawn dealer stating history CONDITION: very good “attic condition”, uncleaned, iron patina, barrel markings worn and only partial proof visible, lock markings very good, missing rear sight, otherwise complete and original. Carved number “8311” in stock, several tacks were near butt, only shanks remain. Accompanying bayonet is pitted and bent but came with musket. Mechanics fine, dark worn rifled bore. PROVENANCE: from a prominent collector. (01-28026/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4122. FINE 1864 DATED CIVIL WAR MODEL 1861 NAVY RIFLE. Cal. 69. S# 8855. Standard configuration of the Admiral John Dahlgren designed heavy naval rifle modeled from French pattern 1849 Chasseur. 50.25” overall, 34 3/16” octagonal to round barrel with long range ladder rear sight and bayonet lug made to fit Dahlgren designed bowie-bayonet, “VP / eaglehead” proofs, S# 8855 stamped on tang. Lock stamped with “large eagle” over “U.S. / WHITNEY-VILLE” & “1864” on tail. Often referred to as Plymouth rifles, they were originally field tested on USS Plymouth in 1861. Stock has script cartouche opposite lock “FCW” for inspector Franklin C. Warner and barrel also has his initials. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, complete & original, metal cleaned to overall bright, markings all very good and discernible, stock sound with sharp edges, good cartouche, mechanics fine, good crisp rifled bore. Vintage leather sling fitted with 2 iron buckles. (01-27847/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

Cal. 69. S# 3730. Mfg. by Whitney under the 1861 contract and known as the “Plymouth” rifle. Delivery of 10,000 guns was completed in 1864. Bbl. 34 rnd. with octagon shank and right side mounted bayonet lug. Top flat of the breech has “1863” date. Left quarter flat has “V/P/ (EAGLE HEAD)” proofs, with an inverted “F.C.W.” (Frank C. Warner) inspector mark on the left flat. Blade front sight with 1000 yard graduated folding leaf rear sight. “1863” dated lock is marked “U.S./ WHITNEY-VILLE” forward of the American Eagle emblem. Bright finished bbl., lock, and fittings. 2-band fastened walnut stock with distinctive spur on trigger guard. Unmarked leather sling on original swivels. Original iron ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Collins & Co., Hartford, Conn. 22 1/2” yataghan saber bayonet with brass handle and hilt. Leather scabbard with brass throat and drag. CONDITION: metal has bright finish showing scattered spots of light pitting and marks. Sanded and refinished stock shows numerous scratches, marks, and dents. Sound lock. Bore is generally bright with strong rifling. Bayonet shows scattered marks and small dents on brass parts with scattered very light pitting on the blade. Leather scabbard shows age related cracking as well as some separation at the seam. (01-27026/DS). ANTQUE. $3,000-4,500.

4124. FINE CIVIL WAR REMINGTON MODEL 1863 (ZOUAVE) PERCUSSION

RIFLE & BAYONET. Cal. 58. NSN. Standard configuration of the popular Remington brass mounted Civil War rifle, 33” blued barrel marked at breech “1863” & “V” / “P” & eaglehead proofs & “STEEL” & inspection “R.K.A.” on left breech. 2 leaf 3 position rear sight, inset domed blade front sight, and saber bayonet lug. Case hardened lock stamped with eagle and “REMINGTON’S / ILION, NY” and “1863 at tail. Brass furniture and straight grain stock with 2 inspector cartouches. Remington saber bayonet inspected “BH” with fine original sheath. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & matching. Barrel retains about 90% factory blue finish mixed with plum/brown iron patina with light pitting at muzzle where bayonet is attached. Brass has light mustard color. Stock is fine, sharp edges, raised grain, cartouches are very good, though one is lightly struck. Mechanically fine, very good crisp rifled bore. Bayonet fits well in matching condition including fine sheath. (01-27849/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4125. RELIC CIVIL WAR BRIDESBURG MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Standard configuration model 1861 rifle musket, heavily pitted metal with only markings discernible are portions of the Bridesburg Philadelphia marking and 1862 date, barrel has been cut down to 37 inches with added silver blade front sight. Consigner noted this was displayed in Gettysburg with inset wood heart in stock opposite lock. CONDITION: fair overall, metal heavily pitted, stock weathered with rot stabilized by heavy varnish. (0127823). ANTIQUE. $600-1,200.

4126. LG & Y SPECIAL MODEL 1861 U.S. CONTRACT PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Bbl. 40” rnd. with rifled bore. Fixed front sight with folding leaf rear sight. Top flat is dated “1863”. Left quarter flat has “V/ P/ (EAGLE HEAD)” proofs. Left flat has “C” inspector mark with series of 6 slashes that may be intentionally cut. “1863” dated lock with “L.G. & Y./ WINDSOR Vt” markings forward of American eagle and U.S. markings. 3-band walnut stock with iron fittings and tulip tipped ramrod. Peak of buttplate is stamped “U.S.” above the screw “A/ 11” behind the screw. Stock comb is stamped with an apparent # “6” or “9”. Right side of stock is stamped “11”. Left ear of stock has a partially visible cartouche. Lamson, Goodnow & Yale Co. produced a total of 50,000 Special Model 1861s, 1863-1864. CONDITION: metal shows evidence of heavy cleaning with remaining spots of light pitting. Heavily sanded and refinished stock shows some remaining dents and marks with small chips around the buttplate. Sound lock. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27122/DS). ANTIQUE. $400-600.

4127. 1849 DATED ROBBINS & LAWRENCE MODEL 1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration with 33” round barrel, fixed sights, brass furniture, lock marked “ROBBINS / & / LAWRENCE / U.S.” and vertically “WINDSOR VT 1849” at tail, barrel proofed “US / JAG / P”. Stock has 2 inspector cartouches, “U.S” surcharge on butt plate. Robbins & Lawrence delivered 2200 rifles to ordnance department in 1849, last of a 10,000 rifle contract. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and original, pitting around breech from firing obscuring date, wood burnout rear of bolster, mechanics fine, good 7 land & groove rifling. (01-26933/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4128. ROBBINS & LAWRENCE 1848 DATED MODEL 1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration popular Civil War era rifle, 33” round barrel, brass furniture, lock marked “ROBBINS / & / LAWRENCE / U.S.” and vertically “WINDSOR VT 1848” at tail. Outlines of 2 inspector cartouches visible, “U.S” surcharge on butt plate along rack number “24”. CONDITION: good to very good overall, brass cleaned, iron patina to barrel, lock is very good with crisp markings, stock refinished, inspection cartouches visible in outline, cartouches have been cleaned highlighted. Mechanically fine with worn dark rifled bore. Original & complete other than reproduction ramrod. (01-26932/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4129. MEXICAN WAR 1847 DATED ROBBINS KENDALL & LAWRENCE MODEL 1841 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration with 33” round barrel brass mountings, lock “ROBBINS / KENDALL & / LAWRENCE / U.S.” & “WINDSOR VT / 1847” vertically at tail. This was only government contract by this firm 1845-1848 and survivors scarce. 2 inspector cartouches visible stamped opposite lock, “US” surcharge on butt plate, complete with sling swivels and brass tipped ramrod. CONDITION: good overall, brass polished, barrel & lock have dark iron patina with pitting, mechanics functionable, new nipple, braised repair to face of hammer, bore pitted and rusted, reamed out to smoothbore .60cal, stock is refinished and varnished but cartouches are still discernible. (01-26254/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4130. MEXICAN WAR ERA MODEL 1842 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. This is an attractive early Springfield musket with rarely seen 1846 lock date. Standard configuration, 42” barrel, “VP / eagle head” proofs at breech, 1847 dated tang. Lock marked vertically at tail “SPRING / FIELD / 1846” & stamped in center with eagle over “US”. CONDITION: very good overall, complete & original. Metal is mottled smooth gray patina, markings in metal all crisp, no visible inspection cartouche, 2 carved initials in that area, stock refinished. Mechanics are fine, partially bright grungy smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27118/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,500.

4131. 1853 DATED MODEL 1842 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. NSN. Springfield model 1842 musket in standard configuration, 42” barrel, “VP” eagle head proofs at breech, 1846 dated tang. Lock dated “SPRING / FIELD / 1853” rear of hammer & stamped with eagle over “U.S.”. Accompanied by an angular bayonet having U.S. surcharge in matching condition. CONDITION: good overall. Metal cleaned to bright, scattered staining & pitting, marking crisp, discernable. Stock is sound, single cartouche visible in outline. Mechanics fine & good smooth bore. Correct style model 1842 bayonet will not fit properly, needs adjustment. Mechanics fine, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27117/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4132. 1853 DATED MODEL 1842 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. “As found” in North Carolina Springfield model 1842, initials carved in stock like found on so many Confederate associated longarms, hammer is altered flat faced & un-knurled spur, 42” barrel, barrel proofs not discernible, “SPRING / FIELD / 1853” rear of hammer & stamped with eagle over “U.S.”. CONDITION: good overall. Uncleaned and “as found” iron patina, sling swivels removed in period of use, Stock is sound, scuffed, “PB” and “A*” carved, single cartouche visible. Mechanics good & smooth dark bore. (01-27834/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4133. CIVIL WAR ERA SHORTENED MODEL 1842 MUSKET. 47” overall, 31.5” barrel with stretched from rear band forward, often these shortened guns are offered as “foragers” that soldiers used to hunt game. 1849 dated Springfield barrel, 1846 dated barrel. CONDITION: very good as restored and configured, good markings, sharp edges to original portion of stock. Forestock, front band, and rear sight are restorations. Strong action, clear smooth bore. (01-28141/JS). ANTIQUE. $300-500.

4134. ASA WATERS MODEL 1816 TYPE III PERCUSSION CONVERSION MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 42” rnd. with smooth bore and semi-circular brass front sight on front band. Bbl. tang has partially visible “1830” date. A. Waters mfg. 36,560 Model 1816 muskets in all 3 configurations between 1817-1836. Lock is marked “U.S./ A. WATERS” forward of the hammer with vertical marking “MILLBURY/ 1830” behind the hammer. Belgian cone type conversion having pan cavity filled with brass providing a squared off profile along the top. 3-band walnut stock with iron buttplate and fittings. Peak of buttplate is stamped “U.S.”. Left ear of stock has 2 partially visible cartouches with hand carved initials “WX” along the lower edge. Button tip iron ramrod. CONDITION: bbl. has faded to mottled gray/brown with general pitting becoming very heavy in the breech area. Lockplate and fittings have faded gray/brown appearance. Heavily sanded and refinished stock shows handling marks and dents with chips around the top tang. Sound lock. Dark pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27115/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

4135. U.S.

MODEL 1816/22

REMINGTON/ MAYNARD PERCUSSION CONVERSION MUSKET.

Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 42”. Semi-circular front sight on forward front band with long range leaf rear sight. In September of 1854, Remington entered into a contract for the U.S. government to provide 20,000 sets of Maynard patent locks with primer feed mechanism and new chamber breech pieces for conversion of the Model 1816/22 muskets. The conversion was subsequently completed by Frankford Arsenal, which rifled the bores at the same time. Lockplate is marked “REMINGTONS/ ILION, N.Y./ 1857/ U.S.”. Left side of breech end of bbl. has a “P” over eagles head proof. Sideplate is marked “S”. Buttplate is marked “U.S.” at peak. Original 3-band fastened stock has partially intact proofs on the left ear. Button tipped iron ramrod. CONDITION: bbl. is cleaned bright showing scratches and marks with pitting that becomes heavy in the breech area. Lockplate has faded to a light gray showing handling marks. Heavily sanded and refinished stock shows numerous scratches, marks, and small dents. Left side of butt has hand carved initials “BV”. Stock shows small cracks and chips around the lockplate and top tang. Sound lock with intact primer feed. Dark pitted bore with largely intact rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27116/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4136. CIVIL WAR ERA LAMSON & CO. BALL REPEATING CARBINE. Cal. 50 RF. NSN. Bbl. 20 1/2” rnd. Semi-circular blade front sight with folding leaf rear sight. Blue finish with case colored action having a bar mounted saddle ring on the left side. 7-shot repeater operated by a lever that doubles as the trigger guard. Tubular mag. is located in the 3/4 length band fastened forearm. Straight grip walnut stock with case colored steel carbine buttplate. Left side has sharp cartouche that appears to be “GGS”. Button tipped wiping rod. The U.S. government contracted for the Ball carbine in 1864. Delivery was made in May of 1865 after the war ended. Total quantity delivered was 1,002. The Ball is considered a Civil War weapon even though it appears that it did not see actual service. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. retains 98% blue showing light scratches and marks. Action retains over 80% lightly faded case colors. Original wood finish shows scattered scratches, marks, and small dents. Sound mechanics. Bright near excellent bore. PROVENANCE: Norman Olliff Estate. (01-27236/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4137. U.S. MARKED CIVIL ERA BALL & WILLIAMS BALLARD CARBINE. Cal. 44 RF. S# 10058. Bbl. 22” octagon to rnd. Blade front sight with folding leaf carbine rear sight. Manual extractor is located on bottom of band fastened forearm. Straight grip walnut stock with steel carbine buttplate. Factory sling swivels. Left bbl. flat and left side of receiver, top of buttplate peak, and top of stock comb have “M.M” inspector marks. Left side of receiver is stamped “G.H”. Left side of stock is marked with an “M.M” cartouche. Ball & Williams was the first of 5 makers to eventually build Ballard rifles, 1862-1865. A total 6,600 carbines were produced to fill military contracts, with the state of Kentucky purchasing 3,000 and acquiring another 600 on the open market that were rejects from the U.S. government purchase. The state of New York is also known to have purchased 500 carbines. The Kentucky and New York contracts do no have military markings identifying them. CONDITION: bbl. and action has dull fading blue showing handling marks and spots of finish loss. Wood has worn original finish showing scattered scratches and marks. Good mechanics. Very good bright bore. PROVENANCE: Norman Olliff Estate. (01-27240/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4138. CIVIL WAR ERA BALL & WILLIAMS BALLARD SINGLE SHOT CARBINE. Cal. 44 RF. S# 1988. Ball & Williams was the first of 5 makers to eventually build Ballard rifles, 1862-1865. Total production was approx. 15,600 of all configurations, with approx. 6,600 military style carbines produced. The state of Kentucky found the Ballard carbine favorable for use by the cavalry. After purchasing 3,000 pieces, they contracted for 1,000 more in April of 1863 and acquired another 600 on the open market that were rejects from the U.S. government purchase. The U.S. government contracted for 5,000 carbines, approx. 1,000 of which were delivered by March of 1864, and another 500 by August of 1864. The balance of the contract due was forfeited by Ball & Williams due to receiving higher prices from their Kentucky contracts. Additionally the state of New York purchased 500 carbines in September of 1863. Kentucky and New York purchases do not have specific markings identifying them. Bbl. 22” octagon to rnd. Top flat has standard “BALL & WILLIAMS/ Worcester, Mass.” markings. Left quarter flat has Merwin & Bray agent markings. Right quarter flat has lightly visible patent markings. Blade front sight with 2-leaf folding carbine rear sight. Lever operated single shot action with manual extractor operating lever is located at the bottom of the forearm. Band fastened carbine forearm and straight grip stock with steel carbine buttplate and sling swivels. CONDITION: bbl. retains 60% possibly restored dull lightly faded blue showing scattered spots of pitting and handling marks. Markings on bbl. flats are weak. Action and fittings have faded gray appearance showing scattered pitting. Heavily sanded and refinished wood have age darkened appearance with scratches and marks. Stock has a hairline crack extending from the top tang. Sound action. Lightly pitted bore retains sound rifling. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27142/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

horseback and as a carbine for use on foot. Approx. 4021 mfg. 1855-1857. CONDITION: Metal parts have a gray appearance showing areas of pitting. Sound lock & priming device. Brass fittings show evidence of cleaning and are reacquiring a mild patina. Sanded and refinished stock & shoulder stock show dents and marks. Shoulder stock attachment bolt & nut are replacements. Shoulder stock has a 4” added wood repair at the toe. Dark moderately pitted bore. (01-28128/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4140. SCARCE 1ST YEAR PRODUCTION ASTON

Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration of Mexican War single shot cavalry pistol, 8.5” front blade sight, brass furniture, lock marked “US / H. ASTON” forward of hammer “MIDDtn / CONN / 1846” vertically at tail, walnut stock, captured ramrod. Barrel is inspected “GWH /P” (George W Hamlin) and dated 1846. Small slanted “H” inspection found on 3 brass furniture parts. Hamlin only inspected at Aston this first year. This is very difficult M-1842 to find as production and survival is very limited. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Dr. Novy’s detailed data sheet. CONDITION: very good overall, all original and matching, good markings, mechanics fine, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Dr. Fred Novy collection. (01-26929/JS). ANTIQUE. $900-1,400.

4141. “AS FOUND” 1851 DATED ASTON MODEL 1842 CAVALRY PISTOL. Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration of martial single pistol, 8.5” front blade sight, brass furniture, lock marked “US / H. ASTON & CO” forward of hammer “MIDDtn / CONN / 1851” vertically at tail, walnut stock, captured ramrod. Barrel is inspected “US / JH / P” (Joseph Hannis) and dated 1846. Small “H” inspection found on all 4 brass furniture parts, and ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Dr. Novy’s collection note. CONDITION: very good overall, all original and matching, good markings, mechanics fine, clear smooth bore, crisp pair of clear inspection cartouches, “JH” & “WAT” (Wm. A. Thornton). PROVENANCE: Dr. Fred Novy collection. (01-26930). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4142. U.S. MODEL 1842 IRA N JOHNSON SINGLE SHOT PERCUSSION PISTOL.

Cal. 54. NSN. Bbl. 8”. Pistol assembled using mixed parts. Inspector’s marks present only on barrel & left side opposite lock. Brass blade front sight. Barrel is marked on top left at breech “US / JH / P”. Tang is marked “1849”. Lockplate is marked in-front of hammer “US / IN JOHNSON”. Marked on tail of lock “MIDDTN / CONN 1855”. Stock on left side has two inspector’s cartouches, one “WAT” is William Thornton. The other cartouche is “JJC”. Pistol is brass mounted. Barrel band has strap extension joining sideplate. Steel ramrod w/ swivel. Flat lockplate w/ beveled edge. Blued trigger. Walnut stock. CONDITION: stock has moderate wear & handling marks w/ added finish. Metal is finished bright. Brass parts have moderate wear w/ the beginnings of patina. Steel parts turning gray w/ wear & small spots of oxidation. Lock has crisp correct function. Bore has lighter oxidation w/ fine shallow pitting throughout. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27413/RW). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

4143. US MODEL 1819 SIMEON NORTH PERCUSSION

CONVERSION SINGLE SHOT MILITARY PISTOL. Cal. 54. NSN. Bbl. 10” round. Brass blade front sight. Oval rear sight mounted on tang. These iron-mounted pistols were made by Simeon North in the years between 1819 & 1823. These pistols were unique in having a sliding safety at the rear of the hammer. The pistol was converted to percussion by the drum & nipple method. The lockplate, which is beveled at the forward end & rounded at the tail, is marked ahead of the hammer w/ a spread wing eagle holding arrows & an olive branch. “S. NORTH.” appears above. “US” in center. “MIDLTN CONN.”. Dated “1821” at lockplate tail. Barrel is marked on top “JDJ / P / US”. Stock is marked on left side w/ “LA / oval” & “LH” above sideplate. Marked on right side behind lock tail “V”. Steel swivel ramrod. Barrel band retained by spring w/ distinctive lip at bottom. Walnut stock marked on left side of grip “IT”. CONDITION: original finished stock is well-worn w/ numerous handling marks. Metal was originally blue, but has turned a dark gray w/ patina. Notable oxidation & shallow pitting around the drum & nipple. Nipple is battered. Small approximately 3/16” hole on top of barrel in area of breech threads. Hole is approximately 1/8” deep. Hammer is slightly loose. Sliding safety moves, but is not functional. Lock holds correctly in both notches. Bore shows oxidation & shallow pitting throughout. Breech area has lead fouling, but bright metal is visible on the face of the breech plug. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27419/RW). ANTIQUE. $900-1,300.

PEPPERBOX. Cal. 44. NSN. Bbl. 4” six shot fluted cluster w/ smooth bores. Rounded boxlock action w/ bar hammer having sliding safety on top tang. Sides of frame & hammer have foliate scroll engraving w/ ornate borders & highlights. Complimentary engraving extends to the steel trapdoor butt cap, trigger guard & muzzle end of the bbls. Case colored finish. Bbls. have London proof & view marks. 1 piece walnut grips have fine hand checkering w/ oval nameplate along the back. Joseph Lang, general gunsmith & dealer was located at 7 Haymarket, London. In 1874, the name changed to Joseph Lang & Sons. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: original wooden casing w/ brass corners & fittings. Ornate nameplate in lid is embellished w/ bird & gothic style initials. Green velour fitted interior. Case contains powder flask, bullet mold, oil bottle, cap box, cap tin, steel loading rod & round balls. Case exterior shows light wear & handling marks. Interior shows spots of wear. CONDITION: fine, retaining over 90% lightly faded case colors. Grips have good finish & checkering showing small

4145. CASED & ENGRAVED TRANTER PATENT DA PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44. S# 20420T. Bbl. 6” octagon. Five shot round cyl. Frame, trigger guard, buttcap, loading lever & breech end of bbl. have vine type foliate scroll hand engraving w/ straight line borders. Right side of frame has a manual safety lever. Blue finish w/ case colored cyl., hammer, trigger, buttcap & loading lever. Loading lever is marked “Tranter / Patent”. Cyl. has London black powder proof & view markings. 1 piece checkered walnut grip. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: English mahogany trade casing w/ circular brass plate in lid. Green felt fitted interior. Case contains powder flask, 2 cavity mold, ebony cleaning rod, nipple wrench, ebony handled turn screw, silver finished oil bottle, tins for caps, bullets & lubricating composition. Also contains a metal ID tag numbered “302”. CONDITION: fine, retaining 90% lightly faded blue showing edge wear. Case colored parts have largely faded to gray. Grips show light wear. Sound mechanics. Bore is generally bright w/ strong rifling showing spots of very light pitting. (01-25743/DS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

REVOLVER. Cal. 120 bore (.35”). S# 12299 T. Standard configuration, 3.5” octagonal unmarked barrel, integral notched rear sight, inset pointed pin front side, loading assembly marked “TRANTERS PATENT” attached to left side of frame which has scroll engraving en suite unloading arm, trigger bow, and butt cap. Double action, single trigger with spur. Serial number engraved on left side of frame “No. 12299 T”, mounted with one piece checkered walnut grips. Revolver is housed in original blue baize lined oak casing compartmented for revolver, 3-compartment Sykes flask, brass 2 cavity bullet mode, red label Joyce cap tin. This was a popular revolver worldwide, many in this serial range have Southern agent marks, Hyde & Goodrich, New Orleans; Radcliffe, Columbia, SC; Guion, New Orleans are examples. CONDITION: revolver is fine overall, retaining 90% bright original blue finish on barrel & frame, cylinder has traces of blue, overall silver/gray patina. Casing externally good, internally appears relined, accouterments are fair and probably added to case. Revolver is mechanically fine with bright rifled bore. (01-27857). ANTIQUE. $2,500-3,500.

4147. FRENCH MILITARY LEFAUCHEUX 1854 PATTERN ARMY/ CAVALRY REVOLVER. Cal. 12mm pinfire. S# 7679. Standard configuration of model 1854 revolver, 6.25” Lefaucheux marked barrel, “SYSTEME / E. LEFAUCHEUX / BREVETE sdcg” stamped on right side of frame which is not shown in any text. Right side of barrel extension has LF and S# 7679 to right and secondary # 134 to left, French military proofs are found on barrel and butt cap, four groove rifling characteristic on French military pattern 1854s. Originally in Chris Curtis collection, author of several texts on Lefaucheux. CONDITION: good to very good overall, good markings, metal has traces of an old blue finish, mechanics functional, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27539/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

marks. Metal retains 80% reblue & case colors with some varnish overrun, areas turning plum, edge wear some oxidation & fading. Action is functional when hand cycled. Bore shows scattered oxidation but evident rifling. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27766/MJC). ANTIQUE. $300-500.

4149. FINE NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER. 35” meaty unstopped fuller blade, .4” thick at ricasso, iconic hilt with cast “NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS” in arc over “CSA” on bottom of stippled guard, brass mounted brazed lap seam original Nashville scabbard with characteristic thin beveled ring mounts and beveled brass bladed drag. This is among the top handful of this classic Confederate saber. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, blade is gray with small nicks in cutting edge, good point, uncleaned. Hilt and scabbard mounts have good mottled dark brass patinas. Grip retains about 60% of original leather grip though dry and cracked, tiny twisted copper wrap complete other than top strand, still retains original protective buff leather washer.

4150. FINE CONFEDERATE INSCRIBED CONNING FOOT OFFICER SWORD TO LT. AMERICUS REID, 5th GEORGIA. Classic James Conning foot officer’s sword, 32.5” unstopped fuller blade, gold plated hilt, scroll decorated quillon unique among Confederate swords to Conning. Blade is numbered “68” which matches number on 2 scabbard mounts and scabbard body. The numbered throat has factory inscribed “A. Reid” in same fancy script as the maker mark “James Conning / Mobile / Ala”. Americus Reid left Georgia September 1861 for Mobile and was stationed across bay at Pensacola, Florida. The 5th GA had long service in Army of Tennessee. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: letter of authenticity by Gary Hendershot from Don Tharpe collection 2005; catalog entry from Hendershott catalog. File of research of Lt. Reid and the 5th GA Infantry. CONDITION: fine overall, gray uncleaned blade with staining, unusually very sharp edge, retains portion of original protective washer, very fine complete grip leather & twisted wire wrap, strong traces of gold plate on hilt. The original Conning scabbard is fine and matching though middle mount is not numbered. PROVENANCE: Lifelong collection of Richard A. Baumann. (02-23357/JS). NON-GUN. $8000-14000.

4151. CONFEDERATE THOMAS GRISWOLD OF NEW ORLEANS CAVALRY OFFICER SABER. A truly superb example of a Confederate Cavalry officer’s saber by Thomas Griswold of New Orleans, Louisiana. The sword measures 43 1/8” overall and has a blade length of 36”. The plain blade has a single wide stopped fuller and is marked on the ricasso “ T. G. Co.. N. O. “. Brass hilt with semi-basket two branch guard with the original leather washer intact on the underside. Decorative foliate embellishments appear on the base of the branches and in the quillon area. The top of the guard also has foliate embellishments where it joins the acanthus leaf decorated pommel. Original wire wrapped leather grip. Brass bodied scabbard with brass drag and suspension loops/rings.

CONDITION: blade shows a pleasing gray patina with scattered light staining. Hit has a very nice mellow dark mustard patina and the grip shows expected wear with no losses. The scabbard dis exceptional with just a few hints of shallow dent and a superb patina. (02-24817/BF). $4000-6000.

the Rebs and Yanks in the early 1860s. This Confederate foot officer’s sword was made by Thomas Griswold at the corner of Canal and Royal Streets in New Orleans, Louisiana. The overall length of the sword is 36” with the blade length being 30 1/8”. Amazingly, the blade is etched over 23” of its length with a multitude of Confederate patriotic motifs including flags and a script “ C. S.” with crossed cannons near the hilt. Much of the remaining etching includes various foliate motifs. A representation of the etching on this blade may be seen on page 160 of Albaugh’s “ A Photographic Supplement of Confederate Swords”. Gilded brass hilt with a pierced foliate guard and bulbous down turned quillon. Split pommel with laurel leaf decoration. Wire wrapped leather covered grip over a wooden core. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark mottled patina, but the etching remains much clearer than many examples. Hilt is solid yet a bit loose and retains only a trace of original gilding. Grip has a 15% of original leather intact, but the wire is 100%. (02-25191/BF). $3500-5000.

4154. CONFEDERATE BOYLE & GAMBLE OF RICHMOND, VIRGINIA OFFICER’S SABER. A good example of a Confederate Foot officer’s saber by Boyle & Gamble of Richmond, Virginia. The sword measures 36” overall and has a blade length of 29 1/4”. The plain blade has a single wide unstopped fuller and is unmarked. Brass hilt with pierces foliate decorated guard and a drop quillon. The underside of the guard is stamped “28” near the spine. Ivy leaves decorate the pommel. Original wire wrapped leather grip. Brass mounted leather scabbard is of Yankee manufacture and may be an early battlefield replacement. CONDITION: blade has an overall dark gray/ black patina. Hilt is quite solid a boasts an deep original patina. About 70% of the leather grip remains and about 15% of the wire is intact. The scabbard retains all mounts and the leather is mostly solid. the finish is crazed and cracked with a small epoxy repair near the drag. (02-24819/BF). $2400-3400.

4155. 1ST MODEL VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY SABER WITH CONFEDERATE ALTERATIONS. This 1st model Virginia Manufactory saber was cut down and fitted to a Confederate manufactured brass ringed scabbard. This saber measures 43 1/8” overall with a plain, dual fullered, blade measuring 33 3/4” in length and 1 1/4” in width near the hilt. The spine of the blade is stamped “ 1, V’A REG’T “ and the ricasso area is stamped “11”. Large 7-slot iron guard stamped “77” on the underside with an iron backstrap and pommel. Wood grip. Iron scabbard with brass bands, 1 iron split ring, and a brass drag. CONDITION: blade has a medium gray mottled patina as does the iron hilt. There is no leather or wire remaining on the grip. The scabbard has solder repairs to the throat and rings and shows a wear through on the top band causing the loss of the top iron split ring. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0224761/BF). $2000-3000.

condition. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, blade is uncleaned still showing finishing file marks, scattered staining and the light pitting. Guard has dark iron patina, grip retains most of their original applied varnish with scuffing on one side. (02-24854/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-4,000.

4157. MASSIVE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE/CUTLASS.

thick, 2” wide, long clip point and partially beveled top edge. 2.25” blackened heavy sheet iron hilt like found on some early naval cutlasses, ovoid wood handle with small iron ferrule. Blade has finishing tool and file marks found on the best quality Confederate knives. Original sheath is lap seamed sheet iron form fitted to blade, single thin iron ring mount like found on early sabers. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, blade retains much of its original polish and tool marks, old sharpening, several small nicks in cutting edge, staining and light pitting. Age crack in hand worn patinaed wood grip, hilt & sheath have pitted blackened iron patina. (02-24350/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-4,000.

4158. ATTRACTIVE & FINE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE. 17” overall, 12.5” clip point blade, about quarter inch thick with numerous forging flaws typical of iron/ steel used in these early war Confederate made fighting knives. The heavy D-guard has 1.5” wide cutlass style guard with curled quillon, polished maple wood handle. This is superior condition “classic” early war Confederate D-guard bowie. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, blade is gray/bright showing finishing file marks, sharpening, guard has dark iron patina, grip has several age cracks following burl grain. (02-24351/ JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4159. RARE BRITISH EAST INDIA COMPANY PATTERN 1841 SAPPERS AND MINERS SWORD BAYONET. 22 1/4” Fullered blade. 27 3/8” overall. These bayonets were made in England and used on the East India Company Model 1841 Sappers and Miners Carbine. The blade is marked on the right side with a “C.S” and a “crown over 8”. Marked on back near cross guard “M&RH”. Reinforcing ferrule is marked with tiny “SD”. Bayonet is retained on carbine by spring clip. Bright finished blade has fuller which extends nearly through tip. Bayonet is accompanied by 4 proof photos showing markings and details. CONDITION: bayonet has lightly cleaned appearance. Edge is not sharpened. Bayonet is turning overall gray with spots of very fine pitting. Handle has lightly patina appearance. Provenance: includes 4 proof photos. (02-24179/RW). $350-450.

4160. VERY FINE LARGE JAMES ROGERS “I NEVER FAIL” BOWIE KNIFE. 14.75” overall, large 9” spear point fully etched “I NEVER FAIL” with floral decoration, “JAMES ROGERS / CELEBRATED / MAKE. SHEFFIELD” on ricasso and “CAST STEEL / BOWIE KNIFE” marked. German silver crossguard & ferrule, sculpted rosewood grip with vacant German silver escutcheon, original composite sheath missing tip. CONDITION: knife is about as fine as can be found in antique bowies, blade retains virtually all of its original polish and lustre with light areas of staining. The original sheath fits perfect, missing tip and frog button, embossed decorated body is heavily scuffed. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24504/JS). NONGUN. $8,000-12,000.

.3” thick, “UNWIN & ROGERS / ROYAL / CUTLERS / SHEFFIELD” stamped on ricasso, carved & sculpted rosewood grip, German silver 3” cross guard & ferrule, decorated composite sheath with German silver mounts. Unwin & Rogers are best known for folders and pistol/knife combinations and this is maybe their largest and finest classic bowie extant. CONDITION: fine overall, blade has been professionally cleaned and polished, good maker marking, sheath has

of pages from “The Bowie Knife”. CONDITION: very good overall. Blade has been cleaned and buffed and only a partial maker’s mark can be seen showing just a few letters from “RICHMONDVA”. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24508/JS). NON-GUN. $5,000-7,000.

sheath are pictured and described on page 341 of norm Flayderman’s monumental text “The Bowie Knife”. The sheath is tooled black leather with scalloped 2” tip & throat with braised wire belt loop. There is a nearly identical knife and sheath known with elk slab grips that point to early California manufacture. One California maker who was known to have migrated from Pittsburg in 1840s to San Francisco; Hugh McConnell made early California knives, but none of his early knives are marked. Several characteristics of the two known examples of this big bowie make for the California connections. I wonder where Norm found this one, it was in his collection for a very long time based on on wear & soiling to his old label. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of pages from “The Bowie Knife” and photos of other survivor with Elk slap grips. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, blade retains much of its original Polish and luster with areas of black staining and pitting, grip panels will fit with hand worn

4164. PUBLISHED CONFEDERATE MODIFIED JAMES ROGERS “BOWIE KNIFE”.

.25” thick spearpoint blade marked “CAST STEEL / BOWIE KNIFE” and “JAMES RODGERS / CELEBRATED / MAKE. SHEFFIELD” on ricasso, sharpened false edge. This “as found” antebellum bowie has reinforced soldered tin sheath tip characteristic of Confederate craftsmen & knife makers. The bowie dates circa 1840 with Joseph Rogers distinctive sculpted relief carved shell motif rosewood handle. Original floral embossed Moroccan red leather veneered Sheffield composite sheath body has finely made soldered tin tip retained by single iron wire attached to throat. Knife has been in several prominent bowie collections and was on display at Historic Arkansas Museum and pictured & described in “A SURE DEFENSE, THE BOWIE KNIFE IN AMERICA” by Worthen & Zelensky 2018. CONDITION: very good overall, blade has sharpening, staining and light pitting. Sheath fits knife tightly, partially opened sea, scuffing, but superior to vast majority for condition. PROVENANCE: Bill Myers collection; Bill Wright collection; Travis Guerra collection. (02-25499/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-4,000.

4165. VERY FINE AMERICAN PATRIOTIC ETCHED BOWIE KNIFE. This exact knife is pictured and described on page 409 of Norm Flayderman’s iconic “THE BOWIE KNIFE”. This is type of many patriotically etched knives carried by Union soldiers during the Civil War. The 8” Clip point blade is filled with etched panels including “AMERICA- the Land of Freedom”, “The True Patriots Self-Defender”, and “PROTECTED by her BRAVE VOLUNTEERS”. A large American eagle holds a rib band with “WRAGG & SONS” sitting on a shield with American flags. This is one of the finest survivors you will find of a Civil War imported Sheffield patriotically etched Bowie knife. CONDITION: extremely fine overall, blade retains virtually all of its original polish and luster, etching is excellent, small areas of staining. Figural German silver grip, crossguard and sheath mounts have matching patina. Composite scabbard is fine with good gilt decorations, missing frog button, fits well. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24505/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4166. CIVIL WAR ERA NEEDHAM BROTHERS “AMERICAN BOWIE KNIFE”. 11” overall, 7” spear point blade fully etched with patriotic American mottos so popular among Union soldiers early in the war. The bright etched blade has a large American eagle and “AMERICAN BOWIE KNIFE” along with other patriotic mottos. Ricasso is Sheffield maker marked Needham Brothers, full tang, German silver mounted, horn slab grips. CONDITION: the blade is fine overall retaining most of its original polish and luster and bright etch, slight bend to tip. Horn slabs have heavy insect damage, gilt decorated red composite sheath is missing tip, frog button has been altered for longer use with riveted belt loop which is torn off. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (0224506/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,000.

453-2114

Historic Rare Presentation Highlands Dagger of Cecil Rhodes, Founder Of DeBeers Mining Company

4167. HISTORIC RARE PRESENTATION HIGHLANDS DAGGER OF CECIL RHODES, FOUNDER OF DEBEERS MINING COMPANY. Cecil John Rhodes (1853-1902) was a powerful & wealthy British businessman, mining magnate, and politician in South Africa. This wonderful Highland dirk is silver mounted in 1891 by McKay & Chisholm of Edinburgh Scotland. At the time of this manufacture, Cecil Rhodes was the newly elected Prime Minister of the Cape Colony. Rhodes during his reign expanded British colonialism north from the cape and founded the southern African territory of Rhodesia, which was named after him in 1895. South Africa’s Rhodes University is also named after Rhodes. Rhodes was originally the largest stockholder in the DeBeers Mining Co. of which he was co-founder. Upon his death in 1902, Rhodes was among the wealthiest men in the world and much of his estate funded scholarships “to educate future leaders of the world”. The Rhodes Scholarship is famous and perpetual with over half billion dollars today and fully funds over 100 post graduate scholarships annually. This Highlands dirk of the highest quality composed of cut crystals and sterling mounts was among the numerous gifts that such an important person received in his lifetime. Crystal handles are cut, no doubt to emulate diamonds from his South African mines. His monogram “CJR” is elegantly cut into the sterling decorated ferrule. Each sterling silver component is hallmarked with Scottish letter date, maker mark, silver purity marks. Accompanying dagger is vintage 2.5” photographic Ogden cigarette card in series of important Victorian personages in fine condition. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of the March 2015 Julia catalog and original “Flayderman Collection” tag. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. 10.25” dagger blade is lustrous & bright, light staining. Smaller blade & fork are matching. Cut glass or quartz “diamond” crystals are perfect and lustrous. Silver furniture has silver patina and minor blemishes. The leather veneered wood sheath retains most all its original brown luster, with scattered worn/chipped areas exposing patinaed wood. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman Estate Collection; James Julia Auctions, lot 1368A, March 2015. (0225061/JS). NON-GUN. $8,000-12,000.

pommel & ferrule, silver plated sculpted 2.75” cross guard. No maker’s mark, but “CELEBRATED / HUNTING KNIFE” stamped in panel lengthwise, known on at least one Congreve marked example. Congreve is among the earliest Sheffield makers of 1830s. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: page from auction catalog. CONDITION: very good overall, blade gray with staining & light pitting, handle has couple hairlines and hand worn patina, pommel appears to be cast replacement. PROVENANCE: Cowan auction, lot 622, Nov. 1, 2016; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-6/JS). NON-GUN. $6,000-8,000.

4169. BURGER & BROTHER RICHMOND MARKED SIDE KNIFE. 13.75” overall, 9.25” clip point blade, .2” thick, partially beveled top edge characteristic to Burger. Marking “BURGER & BROTHERS” in arc over “RICHMOND-VA”, full tang, 3” cast oval brass guard, restored wood slab grip retained by 3 iron pins. CONDITION: very good as grip restored as noted, blade worn, grungy stained blade, rounded point, scattered nicks in cutting edge. PROVENANCE: Cowan auctions, lot 769, Oct. 31, 2018, The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-1/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

this knife to Hassam of Boston. The knife has an iron S shaped crossguard below a German silver ferrule. The well formed antler grip is topped by a German silver disk. No sheath. The Hassam knives are virtually exactly the same as knives from Bradford also of Boston. These very well made Hassam and Bradford bowie knives were very popular with Union troops during the Civil War. (02-25190/BF). $3,000-5,000.

states his waiting list is one to 2 years for custom work.

4171. MASSIVE CUSTOM BOWIE KNIFE & SHEATH BY JAMES R. COOK. 2.5” wide, 5” sharpened clip, signed “JR COOK, M.S.”. 5.5” “S” shaped crossguard, sculpted wood handle, rawhide and rattlesnake sheath. James R. Cook is master cutler in Nashville, TN. His website

CONDITION: excellent, bright high polish blade, sheath is fine. (02-25291/JS). NON-GUN. $2,500-3,500.

“Captured at / Ezra Church / July 28, 1864”. No maker mark, similar forged steel construction are attributed to Joseph Rogers from late Victorian era. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: page from auction catalog. CONDITION: very good overall, gray blade, stained, nicked cutting edge, handle retains most of its hard metal plating. PROVENANCE: Little John auction, lot 557, April 29, 2003; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-5/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4173. UNSIGNED BILL SCAGEL CUSTOM CROWN STAG HUNTING KNIFE & SHEATH. with stacked aluminum, copper, brass, and colored composite washers flaring out to lozenge shaped brass guard, 2 brass pins attach handle to blade making up classic Scagel handle. Original tooled brown leather rawhide buck stitched sheath with a United Carr snap button, according to Dr. Lucie this was the snap button Scagle used on the closure strap. In Dr. Lucie in his definitive Scagel text, states: “…Bill had close friends who worked at these places who would bring him rosewood, Hard Rock Maple, ivory, and leather he needed for his cutlery. At times, a workman or one of Bill’s friends working at these plants would bring a piece of steel to Bill with the request that he make a knife from it. He would ‘spark it’ on a wheel to determine its carbon content and then would determine whether he would use it. If it met his strict requirements, he would proceed to complete the knife as requested. There has been much said that Bill would not stamp his name or kris on a blade that he forged from a piece of steel that was brought to him from one of the above mentioned sources….”. This probably explains the lack of his mark on this classic Scagel knife. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: small file of research. CONDITION: very good overall, blade has old sharpening, snap strap is broken and few stitches loose. (02-25152/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4174. FINE WRAGG ANTEBELUM BOWIE, “CALIFORNIA HUNTING KNIFE”. 12.75” overall, 8” clip point blade, tombstone marked: “WRAGG & SONS / FURNACE HILL / SHEFFIELD”. 9 cyphers along blade including “OLD ZACK” & “CALIFORNIA / HUNTING KNIFE”, German silver cutlery grip, gold embossed German silver mounted composite sheath. CONDITION: excellent, blade retains most of its original polish & luster, sheath is excellent, throat still has frog button. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224849-7/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4175. FINE SHEFFIELD ANTEBELUM BOWIE, “GOLD SEEKERS PROTECTOR”. 13” overall, 7.75” spear point blade, 4.5” sharpened top edge, maker marked: “MANTON / SHEFFIELD”, brightly etched blade lengthwise in large ribbon “THE GOLD SEEKERS PROTECTOR” surrounded by scroll decoration, German silver cutlery grip. CONDITION: excellent, blade retains most of its original polish & luster. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-8/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

missing belt loop, appears made without metal tip. PROVENANCE: Cowan Auction, lot 1044, May 2, 2018; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-3/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4177. MEXICAN PRESENTATION BOWIE KNIFE. 12” overall, 7.5” spear point with 3” sharpened top edge, deeply acid etched “RECUERDO Del Gral. R. HERREROA SUCARO AMIGO EL Jr. DON EMILIO A. COMBALUZIER”, full tang, large oval iron cross guard with folded down languet, red composite grip slabs emulating stag attached with 2 screws, 5.5” smaller utility version of same knife sheathed like Scottish dirk. Decorated brown leather sheath with belt loop. Inscription translates “Remembrance from General R. Herrero to his dear friend Senor Don Emilio Combaluzier”. Auction description states knife originally was consigned by a descendant of Combaluzier. General Rudolfo Herrero (1880-1964) was Mexican Revolution officer responsible for death of President Venustiano Carranza in 1920. Emilio A. Combaluzier was Mexico City arms dealer, 1880s-1930s. Knife was carried and shows use, but well cared for. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: receipt from auction, wooden storage box & card. CONDITION: very good overall, chip in grip on bowie, .5” of on grip slab missing on small knife. Sheath very good, worn & scuffed belt loop. PROVENANCE: Little John Auction, lot 305, Aug. 15, 2020; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-4/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4178. INSCRIBED CIVIL WAR ERA “IXL” BOWIE KNIFE. 11” overall, 6.75” spear point blade, eagle & snake pommel, stag slab grip, shield shaped escutcheon inscribed “A. Wechster”, red composite German silver mounted Sheffield sheath with gold “IXL”. Blade marked “IXL” on ricasso and “G. WOSTEMHOLM & SON / WASHINGTON WORKS / SHEFFIELD” lengthwise. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: page from auction. CONDITION: very good overall, bright blade with staining & light pitting, chipped point, sheath missing tip. PROVENANCE: Cowan Auction, lot 1043, May 2, 2018; The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-2/JS). NONGUN. $1,000-1,500.

4179. LARGE AMERICAN PRIMITIVE BOWIE KNIFE. 14.5”overall, 9.5” clip point blade, filed beveled clip point on one side only, other side flat, full tang covered with pewter, pewter bolster & pommel, pinned split crown stag handle. CONDITION: very good overall.

horsehead profile with inset glass eyes. Vintage hinged silk and velvet lined casing altered to fit knife. CONDITION: very good overall, blade cleaned with light staining & pitting, leather sheath with white metal mounts. Casing is matching. (02-25210/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

4181. “RIO GRANDE CAMP KNIFE”. Well worn example of classic “William Jackson / Sheath Island Works / Sheffield” bowie with 8.5” stamped “Rio Grande Camp Knife”. John Wilkes Booth famously carried similar knife when he assassinated Lincoln at Ford’s theater. Most survivors of this popular import saw hard use losing blade form from repeated sharpening, like this survivor. CONDITION: good overall, blade heavily buffed, sharpened with staining and pitting but Mark’s still good and discernible, blade was originally about 10” long. Well made leather sheath fits knife well. (0224556/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-3,000.

4182. SCARCE LARGE BRIDGEPORT GUN

IMPLEMENT COMPANY BOWIE KNIFE. Several patterns of Bridgeport G. I. Co knives are known, circa 1890, this one is maker marked and model numbered “501”, 13” overall, 9” spear point blade tapers larger toward point, Full tang, Gutta percha slabbed handle, 2” oval brass cross guard. CONDITION: very good to fine overall blade has some original Polish with staining and areas of pitting, still very sharp. Brown leather sheath missing sound belt loop and heavily worn tip. (0224557/JS). NON-GUN. $300-600.

4183. TWO FINE JOSEPH ROGERS BOWIE KNIVES. 1) 12” overall, 8” spear point blade, full tang, “J. ROGERS & SONS / No. 6 NORFOLK ST / SHEFFIELD ENGLAND”, forged 2.25” German silver cross guard, stag handle, German silver mounted brown leather sheath. Very fine overall, bright polished blade, fine sheath with belt loop. 2) 12” overall, 7.5” clip point blade, full tang, “JOSEPH ROGERS & SONS / No. 6 NORFOLK STREET / SHEFFIELD” & “VR” cypher, 2.5” sculpted German silver cross guard, stag slab handle, brown leather sheath inked “D. Corning / Troy, NY”. Very good overall, gray blade, sheath complete with belt loop. A card signed by Bob Abels describing marking accompanies. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-11/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

4184. FOUR 19th CENTURY BOWIE KNIVES. 1) 10” overall, 6” spear point blade, full tang, “IXL / G. WOSTEMHOLM & SON / WASHINGTON WORKS / SHEFFIELD”, “THE HUNTERS COMPANION”, forged 2.25” German silver cross guard, stag slab handle. Blade is fair, markings worn and partially discerned, sharpening, pitting. 2) 11.5” overall, 7” clip point blade, “MANHATTAN / CUTLERY CO / SHEFFIELD”, 2” oval German silver cross guard, spiral carved bone grip, partial Sheffield composite sheath. Blade is fine & retains some blue & gold decoration, original sheath poor & partial. Bob McCubbin auction, lot 611A, Brian Lebel auction, Jan 26, 2019. 3) 12” overall, 7.5” dagger point blade, medial ridge, full tang, sculpted blade and tang, pinned wood slab handle. Good overall. 4) Combination hunter’s knife, 8.5” overall, 4.75” forged bolster blade, stag slab handle has fold-out cork screw, saw blade, and skinning blade. 38 CF cartridge head inset in stag. Leather sheath with belt loop. Good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-12/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500.

4185. SIX VINTAGE BOWIE KNIVES. 1) Massive 14” overall, 9.5” clip point blade, full tang, “IXL” on ricasso, “GEO. WOSTEMHOLM & SON / SOLE MANUFACTURERS / OF THE REAL IXL CUTLERY” and other patriotic panels, forged 3” German silver cross guard, stag slab handle. Spotted leather sheath. Very good overall, blade has artificial destressed surface. 20th century. 2) 11.5” overall, 7.25” clip point blade, brass sculpted cross guard, carved bone grip, buck-stitched original sewn leather sheath. Brass ferrule & flat pommel. Blade has iron patina, well worn & sharpened, original sheath has several holes-but solid. Bob McCubbin collection, lot 611, Brian Lebel auction, Jan 26, 2019, with auction tag, crude scratched in bone grip of Indian. 3) Colt brand bowie, 12” overall, 7” sculpted blade, brown leather sheath, fine like new. 4) 9” Green River skinning knife, good. 5) 10” Wilson, Sheffield skinning knife still has partial label on handle. 6) 11” fantasy bone grip, rattlesnake makes up guard & pommel, brass top edge to blade in shape of snake. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-13/JS). NON-GUN. $1,200-1,500

4186. NO LOT.

4187. TWO VICTORIAN SHEFFIELD BOWIE KNIVES. 1) 11.5” overall, 7” clip point blade, full tang, “CHALLENGE / CUTLERY CO / SHEFFIELD”, forged 2.5” German silver cross guard, stag slab handle, brown leather sheath. Fine overall, bright polished blade, repointed tip, fine sheath with belt loop. 2) 12” overall, 7.5” clip point blade, full tang, “CAMBRIDGE / CUTLERY WORKS / SHEFFIELD”, 2.5” oval German silver cross guard, stag slab handle, personalized brown leather sheath. Very good overall, gray blade, old sharpening, fine sheath with decoration and initials, with belt loop. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24849-10/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4188. PAIR OF KNIVES IN NATIVE AMERICAN STYLE BEADED KNIFE SHEATHS. 1. 12” skinning knife with brass tacked wood handle, 10.5” beaded geometric & striped Indian design navy blue, sky blue, yellow, red, and white beads with row of tinkle bells. 2. 12” skinning knife with stag handle, 9.25” beaded Indian design navy blue, sky blue, yellow, and red beads with row of tinkle bells. CONDITION: knives are both worn but good for their age, accompanying sheaths are fine with no loss of beads. (02-24560, 02-24561/ JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4189. TWO LATE VICTORIAN SHEFFIELD STAG HANDLED SIDE KNIFES. 1. “THE INVINSIBLE”. 10” overall, 5.75” dagger point, “E. M. DICKINSON / SHEFFIELD / ENGLAND”, brown leather sheath with snap closure, embossed maker’s mark, fine condition overall. 2. John Newton & Son maker’s mark on ricasso, 11” overall, 6.75” clip point blade. Knife has seen long use, with sharpening reduction

UNDERWOOD 56 HAYMARKET LONDON”. German silver crossguard with a silver horse head pommel and ferrule. Shaped horn grip with chamfered corners. Black leather scabbard with silvered mounts. CONDITION: both the knife and the scabbard show very light wear overall. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24645/BF). $400-600.

4191. TWO 19TH CENTURY KNIVES. D-Guard is 21” overall, 15” tapered single edge blade, bone grip, nut retained peened tang. Primitive knife 14” overall, with 8.5” cut-down sword blade. CONDITION: both good overall as constructed, primitive knife has pitting to blade and sharpening. (02-23978, 02-23982/JS). NONGUN. $300-400.

4192. CASED PRESENTATION SWORD & MEDALS OF GENERAL OSCAR F. LONG. Oscar Fitzalan Long (1852-1928) was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for valor in action during the Indian Wars in 1877. He had just graduated from West Point in 1876 would spend his long military career in the west. This beautiful presentation sword cased sword was made by Benoit Pasquale & Sons of San Francisco & was presented in 1900. Pasquale was the only premier sword and regalia maker on the Pacific coast, started business in 1854 and many of his swords dating from the Civil War have his trademark extreme 3-dementional figural relief designs. This high grade model 1860 staff and field officer sword has pierced & chased detail, A mounted knight appears to be riding straight out of guard in full relief, a full figure helmeted knight’s head terminates quillon, a full figure American eagle perches on top of pommel, a full figure knight and full figure spread wing American eagle decorate top scabbard mounts in high relief. 31” double edged blade is fully etched with patriotic panels and gold highlights, signed “B. PASQUALE & SONS, SAN FRANCISCO, CAL” on ricasso. The two upper scabbard mounts have presentation on reverse. The sword casing is brass bound of beautiful grain oak, plaque on lid has intricate monogram of Long’s initials. There are 15 medals housed in inscribed casing: 1. Indian War Campaign medal, numbered “No. 38” on edge. 2. Gold enameled “Order of Indian Wars” Inscribed “Capt, O. Long, No. 20”. 3. Gold enameled US Quartermaster insignia, maker marked “BB&B” and inscribed “O. E. Long U. S. Army. 4. Gold enameled Commander’s Badge, “Army & Navy Union”, inscribed “Pres to Hon Com. Col. Oscar F. Long by his Friends & Members of Garrison No. 101 R. A. N. U.”, maker marked “SCHAEZLEIN & BURRIEGE”. 5. Enameled Army & Navy Union membership badge, maker marked “SCHAEZLEIN & BURRIEGE, S.F. CAL”. 6. Gold enameled “Society of the War of 1812” membership badge, inscribed “Oscar F. Long USA” and numbered “28”, maker marked “BB&B”. 7. Silver enameled “Sons of the American Revolution” medal, numbered on edge 7033. 8. Miniature silver

enameled “Sons of the American Revolution” medal. 9. Spanish American War Medal presented by Oneida County, NY, inscribed “Oscar F. Long / Lt. Col. U.S.V.-AQM”. 10. Gold enameled “Society of Colonial Wars” numbered “21 D.C.”. 11. Gold enameled “Sons of the Revolution” Membership Medal (1883) numbered “697”. 12. Gold enameled “Military Order of Foreign Wars” membership medal, numbered “700”. 13. Enameled “Society of American Wars” membership medal, inscribed & numbered “739 / O.F.L. 14. Enameled “Order of the Spanish-American War” membership medal, numbered “1163”. 15. Enameled Spanish “Cross of Military Merit”. Also in the case are about 20 boutonnieres and several ribbon racks and neck ribbons representing many of the medals here. Oscar Long’s medals of honor are on display at National Medal Of Honor Heritage Center Museum in Chattanooga, TN. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of letter from General Nelson Miles citing Oscar Long’s gallantry at Battle of Bear Paw Mountain, Sept. 30, 1877 against Chief Joseph for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor. CONDITION: very fine overall, sword retains most of its gold plate on hilt and scabbard mounts, German silver scabbard body retains most all its bright metal plating, fluted white composite grip has tiny chips and staining. The velvet lined casing is very good, some fading, staining to lining, and torn areas of lining at the 2 scabbard supports, slight bowing of lid. Medals are all fine, some soiling to ribbons. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (0224509/JS). NON-GUN. $10,000-15,000.

4192A. CASED CARVED MEERSCHAUM PIPE PRESENTED TO MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER DURING INDIAN WARS. Beautifully carved large bowl with crossed sabers and troop L, 2nd Cavalry insignia, silver mounted, with gold band engraved: “Presented to Henry Wilkens by the Members of Troop L 2nd Cavalry”. Housed in form fitting silk & velvet lined hinged pipe case with Brandeis Brooklyn label. This was expensive gift to Sergeant Wilkens by fellow troopers who knew his gallantry. Henry Wilkens (1855-1895) enlisted in the 2nd U.S. Cavalry and eventually reached the rank of first sergeant. During the Nez Perce War, the 2nd USC did battle with small bands of renegade Indians hiding throughout the Idaho Territory. He was cited for bravery in two major engagements during the summer months of 1877. On May 7, Wilkens was among the soldiers who stormed Lame Deer’s camp near Little Muddy Creek in the neighboring Montana Territory. Three months later, he led troops in routing the renegades at Camas Meadows in Idaho on August 20. Despite suffering a serious head injury, Wilkens remained with his company throughout the battle. This included participating in the pursuit of a captured mule train and defending his fellow soldiers when the company was surrounded by the Nez Perce for several hours. He received the Medal of Honor for both engagements on February 28, 1878. He retired from service in 1894 and died the following year at 40, at his home in Brooklyn, New York on August 2, 1895, and buried at Cypress Hills National Cemetery. CONDITION: good overall, the cork set inside silver flange has broken that fits stem to bowl. The thin gold band with presentation has crack but fine script inscription is fine, casing soiled and stained, pipe has been smoked. PROVENANCE: Richard “Dick” Littlefield estate collection. (02-25368/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4193. SWORD OF CAPT. JAMES M. CARVER, 2ND SC COLORED INFANTRY WHO WAS ACCOMPANIED BY HARRIET TUBMAN IN THE COMBAHEE RAID FREEING 727 SLAVES. US model 1850 foot officer sword with unusual etched presentation on spine of blade, “PRESENTED TO JAMES M. CARVER by his BUCKINGHAM FRIENDS”. James M. Carver (18291895) answered the call to service, enlisting in Bucks County Co. E, 104th PA INF, April 16th 1861. His unit would see service in Virginia but by December would move to the Carolina coast where the unit would muster out in early 1863, Carter however would stay and was appointed captain by 2nd SC Colorado infantry, General Rufus Saxton, April 15th 1863. The second South Carolina colored infantry was mustered in May 1863 made-up of mostly freed slaves from the coast. Within 2 months, troops were trained and with and the iconic Montgomery raid on The Combahee with Harriet Tubman showing the way, led to freeing of over 700 slaves and capture and destruction of vital Confederate supplies and food. James Carver led one of the factions in raid. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: detailed account of the raid, including newspaper account where Carver is credited. Biography synopsis of James M Carver. CONDITION: sword is very good overall, complete & original, showing honest wear from 4 years of war. (02-24333/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-8,000.

4194. CLAUBERG PRESENTATION GRADE M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD RETAILED BY TOMES, SON & MELVAIN. A beautiful presentation grade US M1850 staff and field officer’s sword by Clauberg measuring 40 5/8” overall with a superbly etched 33” blade. This sword was retailed by Tomes, Son, & Melvain of New York City. The blade etching features a stand of arms along with a detailed battle scene on one side and stands of arms with an eagle and shield on the other side along with a plethora of foliate motifs. The ricasso is marked “W. CLAUBERG (knight) SOLINGEN on one side and “TOMES SON & MELVAIN NEW YORK” on the other. Gilded brass hilt with a pierced foliate decorated guard that includes a large “US”. The acanthus leaf decoration on the pommel is joined by an engraved federal shield. A stunning wire wrapped silvered grip completes the high end look of this attractive sword. The iron scabbard has a brown finish with gilded mounts that are decorated on the front with various patriotic motifs. CONDITION: the blade shows scattered very minor staining nd the etching is very bold and striking. The hilt retains much of its gold plated finish and the silver grip is 100%. The scabbard is undamaged save for a few barely noticeable shallow dents in the mounts. The brown finish on the body is nearly complete. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis.(02-24682/BF). $2000-3000.

4195. US M1860 NAVAL CUTLASS BY AMES. A nice complete example of the US M1860 Naval cutlass by Ames measuring about 33” overall with a 26” plain blade. The blade is marked “ (anchor) P U.S.N. D.R. 1862” and “Made by AMES MFG. CO. CHICOPEE MASS.”. Brass full cup style guard stamped “19M 9” in the quillon area. Leather wrapped grip. Leather scabbard with copper rivets and dyed buff leather frog. CONDITION: blade has a pleasing, lightly cleaned finish. Hilt show light wear with a mellow patina and the grip leather show some wear with very minor losses. Scabbard is very solid but a bit shrunk so the blade will not go all the way into the scabbard. Frog is not regulation but looks great with the scabbard. (02-25355/BF). $1000-1500.

4196. US M1860 NAVAL CUTLASS BY AMES WITH SCABBARD. A fine example of an M1860 US Naval cutlass of the Civil War era. This cutlass measures 32 1/4” overall with a plain 26” blade with a single large fuller. The ricasso is marked “ (anchor) P U.S.N. D.R 1862 “ and “Made by AMES MFG. CO. CHICOPEE. MASS.”. Brass full cupped hilt marked “19M 671” in the quillon area. Leather wrapped wood grip. Copper riveted leather scabbard with larger rivet at the tip and a brass frog stud. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24760/BF). $500-800.

4197. US M1860 NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1862. A good example of the US M1860 Naval cutlass with no manufacturers marks measuring about 32 3/4” overall with a 26” plain blade. The blade is marked “1862” on the ricasso. Brass full cup style guard stamped “13M 173” in the quillon area. Leather wrapped grip. Leather scabbard with copper rivets and an added brass frog stud and tip. CONDITION: blade has a light gray mottled patina. Hilt shows light wear with a mellow patina and the grip leather shows some wear with minor losses. Scabbard is a bit rough with a partial break near the tip and severe loss of finish. (02-24180/BF). $400-600.

4198. NO LOT.

4199. SCARCE AMES 1860 DATED US M1860 CAVALRY SABER. The 1860 dated Ames M1860 cavalry sabers are generally thought to be secondary Confederate arms as many were sent to the state of Virginia prior to the Civil War. To qualify as a possible “Virginia” example the saber must have no US markings, which this example does not. This saber measures 42 3/8” overall with a 34 1/4” plain blade. The blade has a single wide fuller with a secondary fuller near the spine. The ricasso is marked “ AMES MFG. CO CHICOPEE MASS “ On one side and “1860.” on the other. Standard brass 2 branch hilt with a wire wrapped leather grip. Iron scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a gray mottled patina with several nicks to the edge and the extreme tip is broken. Hilt is a bit misshaped but solid. Scabbard has a dark patina with a few shallow dents. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24762/BF). $1200-1500.

4200. FINE AMES 1847 DATED MEXICAN WAR HEAVY CAVALRY SABER. 36” heavy blade stamped “US/ N.W.P.” and “N.P. AMES / CABOTVILLE / 1847”. Blade can not be any better, retaining most all its original polish & luster. These Mexican War dated “wrist breakers” with like new blades are rare. CONDITION: fine overall, blade is bright with original finishing, crisp markings, leather grip is dry and cracking but mostly intact with some black dyed surface, complete tight wrapped twisted brass wire wrap. Unmarked scabbard fits tightly, original buff leather protective washer intact & sound. (02-25361/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4201. CIVIL WAR ERA IMPORT CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER. A nice example of an import Civil War era cavalry saber measuring 38” overall with a plain 31 3/4” blade. The blade has 2 proof marks at the extreme top and is marked on the spine with script Klingenthal marks. Gilded brass hilt with foliate embellished branches and pommel. Wire wrapped gray sharkskin grip with a later gold bullion sword knot attached. Iron scabbard with a brown finish stamped “Klingenthal” on the drag. CONDITION: blade shows areas of original factory polish and the hilt shows very light wear. Scabbard brown is virtually 100%. (02-25089/BF). $600-900.

4202. US M1850 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD BY AMES. A good example of a M1850 Foot Officer’s sword by Ames that saw some extensive service during the Civil War. The sword measures 36 3/4” overall with an etches 30 3/4” blade. The etched decoration includes patriotic, military, and foliate motifs. There is an etched mark near the ricasso that reads “ Ames Mfg Co Chicopee Mass.”. Gilded brass hilt with a pierced foliate guard and a wire wrapped shark skin grip. Gilded brass mounted leather scabbard with the top mount stamped “AMES MFG CO. CHICOPEE MASS”. CONDITION: blade has a gray patina with scattered staining. The hilt and scabbard mounts show only a scant trace of original gilding. Grip and wire are virtually 100%. Scabbard leather is solid but crazed and the drag screw is missing. 02-24484/BF). $900-1300.

4203. US M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. A good example of a M1850 Foot Officer’s sword by Ames that saw extensive service during the Civil War. The sword measures 38” overall with an etches 32 1/2” blade. The etched decoration includes patriotic, military, and foliate motifs. There is an etched mark near the ricasso that reads “ Ames Mfg Co Chicopee Mass.”. The ricasso on the opposite side is stamped US A.D.K.”. Gilded brass hilt with a pierced foliate guard and a wire wrapped shark skin grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark gray patina with nicks on the edge.. The hilt has about 50% of its original gilded finish remaining, and the grip generally shows light wear. (02-24485/BF). $600-900.

4204. 2 US M1850 FOOT OFFICER SWORDS. 1) A nice example of a US M1850 foot officer’s sword measuring 39 1/4” overall with a 31 1/2” etched single fullered blade. The etching includes military, patriotic, and foliate motifs, and the spine is etched “IRON PROOF”. Gilded brass hilt with a pierced foliate guard and a laurel leaf decorated pommel. Wire wrapped leather covered grip. Gilded brass mounted browned iron scabbard with the top mount marked “AMES MFG CO. CHICOPEE MASS”. Please note that the sword itself is not an Ames product. CONDITION: the blade has a medium gray mottled patina. The hilt retains 20% of its gold finish, and the grip leather is worn with just a trace of wire remaining. Scabbard shows overall light wear with more noteable wear on the drag. 2) A good example of an import US M1850 fott officer’s sword measuring 35 1/2” overall with a 29 1/4” plain blade. The blade has a single large fuller with a secondary fuller near the spine. The spine is marked with Klingenthall manufaturing script. Gilded brass hilt with a pierced foliate guard and a laurel leaf decorated pommel. Wire wrapped sharkskin covered grip. Gilded brass mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a medium gray mottled patina, and the hilt light wear overall with about half the gold plating remaining. Scabbard mounts have traces of gold remaining, and the leather is dry and crazing. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24683BF). $1,000-1,500.

4205. RARE & ATTRACTIVE CONFEDERATE BATTLEFLAG 56th GEORGIA INFANTRY. This rare early 2-sided silk flag was made by J. L. Firmin Cerveau of Savannah, Georgia. Unit designation on one side and St. Andrews cross on other. The Flag is archivally framed by Fonda Thomsen-Ghiardi, Textile Preservation Associates in 2000. The 56th Georgia was organized during the late spring of 1862. Some of the men were from Carroll, Chattahoochee, and Dooly counties. The unit served at Cumberland Gap, then moved to Mississippi. Here it was assigned to T.H. Taylor’s Brigade, Department of Mississippi and East Louisiana, and after fighting at Champion Hill was captured at Vicksburg on July 4, 1863. Exchanged and assigned to General Cummings’ Brigade, the 56th was involved in the operations of the Army of Tennessee from Chattanooga to Bentonville. It reported 74 casualties at Chattanooga, totalled 434 men and 277 casualties in December, 1863, and during January, 1865,when it was consolidated with Glenn’s 36th Regiment, 232 were present. Few surrendered in April. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: report from flag historian Greg Biggs. Small file of photos of flag prior to conservation including reverse not shown in catalog. CONDITION: good as conserved and archivally framed, losses to silk especially large on reverse side not shown. (02-25018/JS). NON-GUN. $40,000-60,000.

4206. VERY FINE CONFEDERATE FIRST NATIONAL BATTLEFLAG OF THE MCNEILL PARTISAN RANGERS. This early flag was made by the “Confederate ladies of Moorefield” Virginia according to an associated tag. This flag had been on loan and displayed at the Hardy County Historical Society, Moorefield, West Virginia for many years till the museum was closed and returned to the family. Flag is all hand sewn and sheer silk field and light lightweight bunting, 21.5” canton, 15 3” stars are in unique arrangement of central star, 4 stars in square surrounded by 10 stars in circle, which forms a “Southern Cross”. 15 star Confederate flags are rare and represent all states including ones Union occupied that could not secede but produced Confederate troops. Flag is company sized 63” on fly and 32.5” on hoist, still retains all 5 original string ties. The McNeill Rangers started out as Company E, 18th VA Cavalry and then the 1st VA Partisan Rangers led by Captain John McNeill. There were only two authorized partisan Ranger units in Confederate service which did not answer directly to central Confederate command. Union generals classified McNeill and other partisan Ranger leader John Mosby as “bushwhackers” and not to be treated as military prisoners of war. Rangers were often executed by Union captors. Few partisan Rangers who operated in the Union controlled portions of Virginia, now West Virginia were captured. McNeill’s Rangers caused much consternation in the area capturing great quantities of arms, Union prisoners, and several hundred head of cattle and sheep during the Gettysburg campaign. McNeill so irritated Union General Benjamin Franklin Kelly that in May 1864 he ordered a large attachment of men to capture or kill John McNeill. McNeill continued to plunder Union forces with his guerrilla tactics. In a predawn raid on Oct 3, 1864, Captain McNeill led approximately 50 Confederate rangers against roughly 100 Union troopers guarding a bridge at Meems Bottom, a strategic crossing of the Valley Turnpike over the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. The attack lasted just fifteen minutes with most of the Union cavalry captured but McNeill was mortally wounded. Command of the Rangers passed to his son, Jesse Cunningham McNeill, who had served as Lieutenant. Jesse was promoted Captain of McNeill Rangers and would avenge the order to kill his father; in early 1865 Jesse would lead about 50 Rangers 65 miles behind the lines to Cumberland MD, where he would capture General Kelly along with General George Crook, this daring raid made newspapers worldwide. General Kelly & Crook would remain prisoners in Richmond till exchanged March 30, 1865, 10 days before Lee’s surrender. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Several letters from Dr. Frederick Lotspeich and Hardy County historical society, the original typed tag telling history. Research report written by Confederate flag authority Greg Biggs. CONDITION: very fine overall for any surviving Confederate flag, one large light stain on middle white bar, few small holes, one about minié ball size in canton, red bars faded to pink, retains all 5 original string ties. This flag is in remarkable condition considering the sheer silk and light bunting materials utilized. (02-24449/JS). NON-GUN. $30,000-40,000.

4207. RARE 14 STAR CONFEDERATE “STARS & BARS” BATTLEFLAG OF LT. RUSSELL CAPLES, SEARCY MISSOURI CAVALRY. Russell B. Caples: “APRIL of 1865 a tough remnant of our old regiment fought under General Kirby Smith….Returning home to Glasgow, I kept my sash and the flag under which I had fought so many battles. Mother had died and father [Confederate chaplain] was mortally wounded by a cannon shell during the battle of Glasgow [October 15, 1864]. I arrived home with no job and two half sisters to support.” Russell Bigelow Caples (1841-1915) entered service as private in Searcy Sharpshooters in 1862 was promoted to Lieutenant serving till June 7, 1865 when he was given his parole of honor at Shreveport, Louisiana. The Searcy Sharpshooter’s served in western theatre under Generals Earl Van Dorn & Sterling Price. Upon his return home finding such devastation, he turned to law, becoming attorney and later well respected judge till his death in 1915. His retained flag is wonderful early war manufacture and typical of Missouri having canton of 14 stars. Flag is constructed of light weight silk and in remarkable condition considering its age and use. Flag is classic “stars & bars” or Confederate first national, all hand sewn. Flag measures 41” hoist, 2” cotton sleeve, 62” on fly, canton is 19” x 17.5” with double applique 3” silk stars. Flag has been professionally conserved and framed by Heritage Conservation of Christiansburg VA. Conservator detached two rosettes and they are attached in sleeve on back of frame. UNATTACHED ASSESSORIES: research letter by Confederate flag authority Greg Biggs on RB Caples and his flag. Archival framing report from Heritage

4208. COMMEMORATIVE, RECONSTRUCTED CONFEDERATE BATTLE FLAG, COMPANY E 30TH GEORGIA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY. This flag was originally sold in large archive by James Julia Auctions, as lot 2071, October 4, 2005, of which a copy of that special catalog accompanies this flag. The documentation mentioned copied in original catalog description has been lost and only the transcription here support the history: “All a part of this amazing collection, were extensively examined by H. Michael Madaus, America’s foremost authority on American and Confederate flags and his description of these marvelous flag follows: CONFEDERATE BATTLE FLAG, ATTRIBUTED TO THE 30TH GEORGIA INFANTRY. Adamson Collection. According to the letter of provenance from Mr. Adamson, the flag as well as the other relics were inherited directly from his aunt Faye Adamson E.E. C.I.K., his father’s sister. Also in the trunk of relics was an old copy of a letter dated “December 2, 1865, Rex, Georgia. This flag belonged to The 30th Georgia Volunteer Infantry Company “E”. It was made by the ladies of Clayton county and presented to the regiment by Miss Ella Callaway and accepted by Private J.H. Huie, April 18, 1862. this flag represented the 30th Georgia in the following battles: Jackson, Chickamauga, …A.P. Adamson, 1866.” With letter of authenticity from Les Jensen. This flag was found (falling apart according to the family descendants) in the trunk of “relics” belonging to Corporal Augustus Pitt Adamson, Company E, 30th Georgia Infantry. Close examination of the reconstructed flag shows fragments of the original stitching which was believed to be silk and thus explains the deterioration of the stitching only. The Adamson descendants had the flag “reassembled” by a conservator in the late 20th century using deliberately large stitches and synthetic thread to distinguish any modern re-stitching from stitching that remained contemporaneous to the Civil War. This flag was produced by a “home” sewing group (as opposed to being spec-made at a government clothing depot), very possibly by first disassembling an older, large U.S. flag for its components. The flag itself conforms to the general design of the Army of Northern Virginia battle flag, but measures 54-1/2” on its staff by 57” on its fly overall. The red, wool, bunting field is pieced in each quadrant.. The outside sections measure between 4-1/2” and 6” in width and the inner triangles having a height between 8-1/4” and 9-1/2”. A dark blue, wool, bunting St. Andrew’s cross is inset into the field, 8” to 8-1/2” wide, and pieced from rectangles of bunting 8-1/2” to 9” long (with each end piece about 16” so as to extend fully to the corners). The cross is bordered on each side with a strip of white, wool bunting, 2” to 2-1/8” wide. Each of the thirteen sections of the cross bears a white, cotton, 5-pointed star averaging 8” across their points on the obverse and 7” across their points on the reverse. These stars are sewn to the obverse side with a running stitch with white (yellowed with age) thread. The dark blue bunting behind each star was then cut away and under-hemmed and secured with a whipstitch of a different (black aged brown) thread (a technique for lightening the flags not uncommon during the Civil War and earlier). A 4” wide, white, wool, bunting border (formed by doubling over an 8-1/2” wide piece of bunting) was then added to all four sides. An additional pc of linen canvas, 2-1/2” wide, was then folded and doubled over the leading edge of the flag to serve as a 1-1/4” diameter sleeve for a cord that protrudes into loops at two cuts along the staff edge and at each end of the flag’s heading, which secured the flag to its staff.” UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Oct. 4, 2005 James D Julia Auction Catalog, “The Collection of Michael Adamson”. CONDITION: flag is in overall good condition, although, as noted, all but the stars have been extensively re-stitched with a heavy synthetic dyed thread to replace what was the original (probably silk) and now missing, construction thread. Aside from these distractions, one of the quadrants shows minor separation of the bunting fabric and two of the stars are holed – one with a small hole – the other with a major deterioration due to a contact with some acidic liquid, possibly blood. (Note, the 30th Georgia Infantry reportedly lost a flag at Nashville, Tennessee on 16 December 1864, which was torn into pieces by the capturing unit (the 5th Minnesota Infantry). However, that flag is not the same flag as described here). (02-18125’/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-8,000.

4209. POST-CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE 11-STAR FIRST NATIONAL FLAG. This Confederate First National flag appears to have been manufactured in the first half of the 20th century, possibly for the UCV or the SCV. It is professionally framed in an antiqued wooden frame measuring 41 1/2” x 34”. The approx. flag dimension is 34” x 26 1/2”, which includes 1 1/2” gold bullion fringe on the 3 non-hoist edges. The flag’s cotton body is entirely hand-sewn, and the stars are edge-sewn with a tack-type stitch. The bordering fringe is also hand-sewn, as is the white cotton hoist. CONDITION: the flag presents exceptionally well in its frame. There are minor holes & losses on the white stripe, and a small loss on the bottom red stripe. The frame shows light overall wear. The flag has not been examined out of the frame. (02-24529/JS). NON-GUN. $750-1,500.

4210. SUPERB EARLY UNITED STATES REGIMENTAL FLAG. This very rare 2-sided flag measures approximately 73 1/2” x 59 1/2”, and it is housed in an aluminum setback style frame that measures 78 1/4” x 64 1/2 and accommodates LED all around lighting. The body of the flag is very dark blue or black silk with 5 ties (1 missing) down the hoist side. The central figure is an eagle on top of a United States shield. The eagle grasps 3 arrows in its left talon. The eagle and shield are superimposed over a cloud, as was a common depiction in the early years of this country. There is a gold edged black ribbon on either side of the eagle with gold lettering that reads, “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”. The shield is partially covered with a black arched band possibly for a unit designation or to designate mourning for a beloved officer or even a president.. Behind the lower section of the shield is an olive branch and a palm branch representing peace and victory. This unique olive branch and palm branch design first appears on the 1795 American silver dollar. Above the eagle are 13 stars with 6 points that appear to be gold leaf on the black silk. The entire flag has a 1” gold border that also appears to be gold leaf. There has been much conjecture about the age of this flag and how it was used. Noted Westpoint curator, Les Jensen, after examining the flag, stated it was definitely a US Regulation flag and not one made for a state Militia. Therefore, it would only be used, officially, with a regiment, for a US President, or for high-ranking military officer. This flag is an appropriate representation of the Army National Colors from just after the Revolution until the regulations were changed in 1841. The overall 8-piece construction of the flag is indicative of the late 18th century. Most pigments in the paint existed in the 18th century; however, lead chromate, the yellow pigment, was not commercially available until early 19th century. However, the pigment was discovered and occasionally used in the late 18th century. A detailed analysis by the firm Scientific Analysis of Fine Art, placed the flag in the war of 1812 era with a possible date as early as 1810 or as late as 1840. Given the above facts, it is likely that this United States regimental flag could have led troops in the War of 1812, or been used in one of the funeral precessions in 1826 for President Thomas Jefferson or President John Adams, who died on the same day. It is also possible that the flag led a funeral precession for one of the many heroes of the War of 1812. Very few United States flags from this period, or with such historic importance, exist today. The flag is accompanied by a 28 3/4” x 40 1/2” framed photograph of the back side of the flag. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: several photocopies of information about the flag and related material. CONDITION: the flag is archivally framed. The silk has several separations, but the flag is nearly complete and displays exceptionally well. The painted colors are strong and vivid and show little degradation, given the age of the flag. There is some peeling to the gold stars, but most are nearly 100%. (02-25188/BF). $15,000-30,000.

Framed Photograph of the Back Side

4211. WONDERFUL 32 STAR FLAG WITH 2 ADDITIONAL STARS SEWN ONTO THE CANTON. This grand 32 star flag measures approximately 81” X 42” and is archivally housed in a folksy red painted wooden frame that measures 88 1/2” X 49”. This attractive and significant piece of mid-western history was created in 1858 to acknowledge the State of Minnesota joining the Union. The flag has a printed canton and 2 sections of printed stripes. The canton is hand sewn to the stripes and the stripes have a hand sewn seam running the entire length of the fly at the base of the canton. The white cotton hoist, as well as the opposite end of the flag, are both hand sewn. Between the first and second row of stars, the 33rd star, that is visible from both sides of the flag, was added by hand sewing. Between the third and fourth row of stars, the 34th star was added in the same manner. The 33rd star was for the state of Oregon, and the 34th star was for the tumultuous State of Kansas. Kansas’ violent internal conflict over the question of slavery known as “Bleeding Kansas”, contributed quite significantly to regional animosity that eventually, with additional factors, led to the American Civil War. It is quite possible that this American banner bore witness to untold violence and suffering relating to the KansasNebraska Act with its ensuing questions of popular sovereignty and slavery. CONDITION: the flag presents superbly in its dark red craquelured frame. The body of the flag has a few minor tears and holes that do not detract from the impactful nature of this historic American standard. Colors remain reasonably bright with very minor staining. (02-25069/BF). $3000-5000

4212. HISTORIC REVOLUTIONARY WAR CANNON FROM THE FAMOUS PENOBSCOT EXPEDITION OF 1779. This large and visually attractive cannon was found between 1890 & 1920 on a scuttled wooden vessel on the shore of Western Penobscot Bay in mid-coast Maine. The salvaged cannon was mounted on a monument on Broadway Street in Rockland, Maine where it resided there for nearly a century, creating a lot of interest. During the 1970s, two English artillery experts, while touring America in search of English cannons to document, inspected the cannon & gave a certification that the cannon was British & from the 18th century, most likely being from the Penobscot Expedition. The Penobscot Expedition was the largest American naval operation of the American Revolution. It consisted of a 44 ship fleet with the goal of recovering control of the mid-coast of Maine by evicting the British from Castine, Maine & by seizing the fort erected there. Paul Revere notably led a detachment of 100 artillerymen on this expedition. The Penobscot Expedition turned out to be the worst naval defeat in American history prior to WWII, with nearly all of the 44 ships lost, scuttled or destroyed. The cannon is a British 6-pounder as verified by a “broad arrow” near the breech. This marking, approximately 8 1/2” forward of the vent & slightly to the right side, was found when the cannon was sandblasted before being given a protective coat of paint. The “broad arrow” measuring approximately 3/4” wide is oriented perpendicular to the bore. The cannon and carriage measure approximately 10’8” overall, 7’ in width and 5’ high. The tube measures 5’2” overall. Trunnions are located below the centerline of the bore, which was standard practice for British artillery in this era. The piece had been spiked, the trunnions and the Cascabel knob broken off to disable it at the time the vessel was scuttled. The cannon is mounted on a period type flask trail carriage. The carriage is scaled from a mid 18th print which was used as a guide for construction. Carriage is well-made of seasoned oak w/ authentic detail. Gun is elevated by a sliding wooden quoin. The heavy wooden spoked wheels w/ wooden hubs measure approx. 53” in diameter & have steel tires 5” wide. Carriage is painted a pleasing period blue color. The ironwork including the cannon is painted a non-reflective black. Included is a wooden ammo box w/ carrying handles. Box measures approx. 18” by 16” & has an A-frame top to help shed water. Also included is a reproduced wooden bucket of the period hanging below the gun, used to carry water for sponging out the bore prior to loading. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 6 pound iron cannonball in ammunition box. CONDITION: the cannon has been professionally restored by a master machinist who replaced the trunnions, Cascabel knob and removed the spike from the vent. The cannon retains a weathered and cratered look of an artifact salvaged from the ocean and stored outside for many years. The bore has an oxidized appearance w/ moderate pitting. The carriage is well-constructed w/ a correct period appearance. Furniture was custom made where period hardware could not be found. Painting is correctly done, giving a good visual appearance. PROVENANCE: page of notes from consignor & two large prints depicting an 18th century artillery carriage. Prints are mounted on a foam backing w/ a laminated surface. Text on prints is French. (01-27873/ RW). ANTIQUE. $10,000-20,000.

4213. UNIQUE CIVIL WAR CANNON MADE FROM CONFEDERATE FIRED MINIE BALLS AT PETERSBURG, VA. Tapered reinforced breech Parrott barrel is 8” overall inscribed “PEACE MAKER” on top, side of carriage “Made from shot / fired by the rebels / into Fort Hell”. Wheels are solid lead and 5” diameter, barrel is 31cal and appears to be from pistol cast into barrel. Wheels are attached by forged iron pin and tube with 2 machine screws attaching them to lead carriage. Over the years several lead mortars with similar inscriptions to this gun are known from Petersburg, 1864-1865. This, however is the only parrot style cannon I have seen as most all the others are mortars with similar lead carriages like this. There were plenty of Parrott cannons at Fort Hell (Fort Sedgwick) during the siege to copy. CONDITION: complete, inscriptions all discernible, numerous dings & dents in the soft lead. Wheels are wobbly. A good mechanic could tighten this gun up no doubt. Amazing this complex lead souvenir survived as well as it did. (02-25359/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

Lot 4214

Spectacular Confederate Naval Uniform of Lieutenant John Low of The C.S.S. Alabama

4214. SPECTACULAR CONFEDERATE NAVAL UNIFORM OF LIEUTENANT JOHN LOW OF THE C.S.S. ALABAMA. This ultra rare Confederate uniform is arguably the finest known Confederate Navy uniform in public or private hands. The exceptional officer that wore it during the epic struggle that was the American Civil War, Lieutenant John Low, served with great distinction on the famous CSS Alabama and in various other capacities for the Confederate Navy.

John Low was born in Scotland in 1836 and was raised by relatives in Liverpool, England where he eventually joined the British Merchant Service. In 1856 he emigrated to Savannah, Georgia where he opened a maritime supply business. At the outbreak of the Civil War, Low was quick to enlist in the Georgia Hussars but soon transferred to the fledgling Confederate Navy as a Master. Shortly thereafter, he left for his native Liverpool with James Bulloch to assist purchasing agents supplying the Confederacy. Low was key in purchasing huge stores of arms and supplies destined for Confederate forces. Now Lieutenant Low, was tasked with delivering the newly captured SS Oreto to Nassau, Bahamas where it would become the CSS Florida. On August 6th of 1862 Low sailed with Bulloch to the Azores where he would become the 4th Lieutenant of the CSS Alabama under Captain Raphael Semmes. In June of 1863, after nearly a year of pillaging Yankee shipping, Low was given command of the newly captured SS Conrad which was commissioned the CSS Tuscaloosa. After the CSS Tuscaloosa was seized by British authorities, Lt. Low returned to England to oversee the construction of 4 new Confederate naval vessels. The new ships never saw action and the Confederate surrender was signed with Low in Liverpool where he settled after the war.

The uniform is a high grade medium gray wool of significant quality and weight. The double breasted coat has 2 rows of 9 coat size Confederate Navy buttons (CS-53A) down the front, all with the backmark “S. ISSACS CAMPBELL & CO LONDON 71 JERMYN ST.”. There are 4 more coat size buttons of this exact type on the tails of the coat. The cuffs have vest size plain anchor buttons bearing the backmark “C. & J. WELDONS NAVAL QUALITY WARRANTED”. Each cuff has a 1/2” bullion tape loop starting at 3” above the end of the cuff which is absolutely regulation for a Confederate Navy Lieutenant. The shoulder straps have bullion borders on light blue with a centrally located single gold star which again is absolutely regulation for a Confederate Navy Lieutenant The bottom edge of the coat is raw as normally seen in the period. Button holes are machine sewn and evenly spaced with the top three being angled to facilitate turning back the lapels. The interior is lined with a gray/green cotton fabric on each side with a tapered 4” to 11” gap in the center. There is a slightly angled slash pocket on the inside of each breast lined with dark gray/green cotton.

The sleeves are lined with a tan patterned cotton cloth and there is a short hanging strap at the back of the 3 1/8” collar. Additionally, the is a single gold star in the pocket of the uniform that was most likely on his regulation Confederate Navy hat.

Finally, this important uniform is accompanied by John Low’s original framed “Certificate of Competency as MASTER” issued by the British Privy Council for Trade on July 17th, 1865, just over 3 months after the Confederate surrender at Appomattox Court House.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Paperwork relating to Lieutenant John Low, his life, and Confederate service. CONDITION: the uniform is in remarkable condition for its age. There is the slightest wear visible with nearly no moth damage. The buttons are original to the coat, complete, and undamaged. There is a tiny bit of rubbing on the sleeve bullion and the shoulder straps. The lining has a few “wear through” spots but remains very solid. The sleeve lining shows sweat stains particularly at the armpit areas. This is a fantastic opportunity for the serious Confederate or Navy collector. An exceptional condition uniform with equally exceptional history accompanying it. (02-25068/BF). $60,000-100,000.

Captain Albert Glasscock

Frock Coat, Ambrotype, & Mosby Archive.

4215. CAPTAIN ALBERT GLASSCOCK FROCK COAT, AMBROTYPE, & MOSBY ARCHIVE. Captain Albert Glasscock (1838-1880) was from prominent Fauquier/ Loudon County, Virginia family. Albert served in Ashby’s 7th VA Cavalry enlisting at Harper’s Ferry April 19, 1861, later under the command of Colonel John S. Mosby as family friend and captain commanding Co. D of Mosby’s Partisan Rangers. 1. Regulation double breasted 14 button Confederate “butternut” wool frock coat, with captain’s insignia sewn on collar, classic tailoring with bulbous 9” sleeves tapering to 4.5” cuffs each with 3 cuff buttons, lined with padded dark green polished cotton, one internal breast pocket, 2 tail pockets, coarse cotton lined sleeves. 4 buttons on back of skirts. 3 cuff buttons missing, 5 breast buttons missing, though 2 button shanks still attached. Buttons are “EXTRA QUALITY” general staffs. Frock is heavily blood stained inside left sleeve to cuff and face of left skirt. Coat is “as found”, complete with scattered moderate insect damage and stiffness where blood stained, collar insignia of 3 sewn bullion bars are complete, collar tab is intact. Inside one tail pocket are found 4 well worn coins, dated 1857-1861. Alfred died at 42 and is buried Upperville, Fauquier County, Va. 2. Sixth plate ambrotype of Glasscock in lieutenant’s Confederate frock coat and vest, buttons tinted. Good contrast, tinted checks, half case 3. Framed 4.5” x 6.5” albumen copy of original 1861 ambrotype of Albert in sergeants’ uniform, frame is 12” x 15”. Inscription on back of frame: “Capt. Alfred Glasscock of Civil War / (my father) Mary L. Grayson” (1868-1944) 4. 2 CDVs of Albert Glasscock, “D. HAAS’ Gallery of Photographs, Alexandria. Va.” 5. 1st edition Mosby’s Men, by Alexander, Neale Publishing, 1907, signed by Alfred Glasscock, MD June, 1907. 6. Hattie B. Glasscock 4 page letter to “My Dear Husband”, Leesburg, Va, March 8th, 1865. Interesting letter that was folded in her son’s copy of “Mosby’s Men”. More than a love letter, details of family. Where is Alfred? Is he wounded prisoner of war? Few details on Partisan Rangers are found. Hattie tells Albert how pregnant she is and won’t go out except at night so not to be seen, she stays at Leesburg property of Glasscock’s wealthy parents. Alberts father Aquila also was a partisan in Mosby’s command. “Mosby will be here on Monday, but he won’t see me”. Very good, stained, cracked at folds 7. John S. Mosby autograph letter to Capt. Alfred Glasscock, Feb. 19, 1877, also found folded in “Mosby’s Men” with Hattie’s letter. Rutherford B. Hayes, Mosby’s friend and confidant has just been elected president. Mosby actively campaigned for him and knew he would have the president’s favor. He writes: “As it is now settled that Hayes is to be President—you had better come down here & let us have a talk. I am anxious to do something for you (or rather your wife) & show my appreciation of you –It is settled now that Hayes will have certainly one & probably two Southern Men in his cabinet… very truly Jno. S. Mosby”, good condition 8. WW1 officer’s cap of Capt. Alfred Glasscock, Jr (18811918). Dr. Glasscock following in father’s footsteps volunteered for army service in US Medical Corps. He sailed for France Sept. 1, 1918 and died in Mesves, France Oct. 18, 1918. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, good overall. This is a wonderful little archive that tells a small story of a Mosby Ranger during and after the war. (02-23911/JS). NON-GUN. $10,000-20,000.

4215A. FINE CONFEDERATE SOUTH CAROLINA JUNIOR OFFICER’S MILITIA KEPI OF THE CIVIL WAR PERIOD. This fine kepi was purchased at an auction in Farmington, Iowa by Jerry Davis, the President of the North Missouri Historical Society. The details of the acquisition are contained in a letter that accompanies the kepi. Initial research by Mr. Davis indicates that the South Carolina unit from which the kepi was captured was likely a cavalry unit called the Dixie Rangers assigned to Buttler’s Brigade. Further research, building on Mr. Davis’ initial work, would likely yield more information and fascinating facts. The kepi has a bright blue crown atop a 1 1/4” navy wool band. The entire rise in the rear is just over 6” from the base of the band, and the rise in the front is about 4”. The base of the crown, where it meets the band, is adorned with two 1/4” bullion bands and single bands rise from the front, both sides, and the rear. The crown is bordered by a single 1/4” bullion band matching all other trim. The front of the band has a sewnon, beautifully articulated, laurel leaf wreath surrounding the letters “SC” for South Carolina. There is no chinstrap present. The visor is black finished leather with a thin sewn leather edging, and the underside of the visor is green. Brown leather sweatband with a stained polished cotton lining. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a photocopied letter detailing the acquisition of the hat along with information on Aiken’s 1st Regiment South Carolina Partisan Rangers. CONDITION: the kepi is overall very sound with attractive bright colors. The crown has a few minor moth nips and a few more show in the roll area. All bullion trim is complete, as is the opulent South Carolina bullion wreath. The visor is sound and the sweatband has nearly no losses. The liner, though worn and stained, is quite sound with no notable losses. This attractive kepi’s appearance evokes visions of gallant Southern cavalrymen cantering through plantation fields. (02-23932/BF). $10,000-15,000.

4216. TWENTY-FOUR BELT BUCKLES PICTURED IN “TEXAS CIVIL WAR ARTIFACTS”. “Texas Civil War Artifacts: A Photographic Guide to the Physical Culture of Texas Civil War Soldiers” is a well-researched and scholarly text published by University of North Texas Press, 2008, and written by Harvard graduate Richard Ahlstrom. There is excellent commentary and bibliography expected in a University Press text. However, some of the buckles pictured are suspect as to manufacture, originality, or authenticity. Some appear unquestionably original and this text with over 500 pages devotes 50 pages to the buckles offered here in one large lot. Each of these buckles is pictured and described on 2 full pages in book as figures 64, 65, 70 (though wreath is lost and star is loose), 79, 80, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, and 104. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pages from text showing each buckle. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: ex-Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX. (02-24481-5/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-10,000.

4217. LARGE COLLECTION OF “TEXAS HAT STARS” MANY PUBLISHED. “Texas Civil War Artifacts: A Photographic Guide to the Physical Culture of Texas Civil War Soldiers” is a well-researched and scholarly text published by University of North Texas Press, 2008 and written by Harvard graduate Richard Ahlstrom. The 1st 50 pages of this book “INSIGNIA: THE LONE STAR” discusses the wide use of count made star Insignia by Texas soldiers. 50 “Lone Star” are included in this lot, mini excavated and identified the campsite at least a dozen of these are pictured in this text including figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 32, 33, 34, 35, 54, 57, and 58. More of these examples are pictured. Many of these examples original and authentic, but others especially with Texas markings are highly suspect. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pages from text showing each buckle. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: ex-Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX. (02-24481-6/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-10,000.

TEXAS BUCKLE & BUTTON AS DISPLAYED IN TEXAS CIVIL WAR MUSEUM. Small display case with well worn oval star buckle with arrow hooks. The tag with buckle reads; “Several similar plates have been excavated from Civil War sites, but, the vast majority were never issued and were purchased from the government after the war and sold for many years by Francis Bannerman & company”. Also displayed in case is a fine excavated cast “CS” in star button, labeled Camp Buchel. CONDITION: both good to very good, buckle is scratched and dented edges, button has smooth green excavated patina and small clip on edge, button measures properly 21.85mm. PROVENANCE: ex-Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX. (02-24481-4/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4219. LARGE GROUP OF EXCAVATED RELICS, CONFEDERATE CAMP BUCHEL, TEXAS. Grouping housed in two large boxes has excavated artifacts including several US accoutrement plates, plain oval plate, cast CS and star button, Jefferson Davis hat plate, minié balls and miscellaneous camp items. CONDITION: fair too good, excavated patinas. PROVENANCE: ex-Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX. (02-24481-1/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

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4220. LARGE GROUP OF EXCAVATED RELICS, CAMP COOPER & CAMP WHARTON, TEXAS. Grouping housed in three large boxes, and one glass topped display case, hundreds of excavated artifacts including many Union buttons, and pieces of horse equipage, minié balls and miscellaneous camp items. Camp Cooper was Robert E. Lees’s first command in Texas 1857. Camp cooper on Brazos river was abandoned by US Forces early in Civil War. Another box of iron relics from Camp Wharton Texas contains 4 grapeshot and several pieces of horse equipment. CONDITION: fair too good, excavated patinas. PROVENANCE: ex-Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX. (02-24481-2/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4221. LARGE GROUP OF EXCAVATED RELICS, CONFEDERATE CAMP DIXIE, TEXAS. Grouping housed in four large boxes has excavated artifacts including brass handled bullet mold, confederate buttons, pre war US buttons, bayonet, stirrups, spur, sword scabbard throat, canteen halves, plates, minié balls and miscellaneous camp items. CONDITION: fair too good, excavated patinas. PROVENANCE: ex-Texas Civil War Museum, Fort Worth TX. (02-24481-3/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4222. FINEST CONFEDERATE CAVALRY CARBINE CARTRIDGE BOX. 7” x 2.5” x 2” heavy repurposed harness leather “as found” Confederate manufactured carbine cartridge box, it retains several original wartime linen Sharps cartridges. This is most likely the finest surviving Confederate cavalry carbine box extant. CONDITION: fine overall, original 16-cartridge tinned insert retains much of its bright finish, some light rust, original lead finial is loose but attached, brown leather body is sound, one of the 1.25x.5” leather side pieces is bent but still tightly sewn. The 3 cartridges have tears in cloth powder compartments. (02-25493/JS). NON-GUN. $6,000-8,000.

4223. RARE RICHMOND CS LABORATORY 36 CALIBER CARTRIDGE PACK. “6 cartridges / Colts navy / C.S. Laboratory Richmond” 36 caliber pistol cartridge pack, partially closed holding 3 of 6 cartridges, other 3 broken are out, 2 are only lead balls with no paper wrap. CONDITION: fair to good, label about 80%, inked March 1864. (02-25494/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

4224. FIVE RARE CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE PAPER CARTRIDGES & POWDER FLASK. 5 nice examples of paper cartridges. Two different varieties of CS 52cal Richmond Sharps; 52cal “Ringtail Sharps”; Confederate Columbus Arsenal buckshot cartridge-pictured in Dean Thomas book, from his collection; unknown maker 36cal pistol cartridge wrapped like 58cal minié. Also included in this lot is a shotgun flask from the slaughter family of Henderson KY and small single cavity scissor mold. CONDITION: very good overall, each paper cartridge is wrapped in cotton inside plastic coin tube for protection. Flask has good dark brass patina. (02-25495, 02-25496/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

Lots 4225 - 4270

Extensive Archive of Interesting Letters from Confederate General Robert E. Lee

ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED & SIGNED CDV. RE Lee 1 page ALS written to “Friend Annie” [Annie W. Paul], Sept. 30, 1865, Lexington, Va accompanied by signed “Vannerson Blockade photo CDV. CONDITION: fine. (02-25025-14/JS). NON-GUN. $8,000-12,000.

4225.

Columbia, Washington imprinted board. CONDITION: very good, small crack in top of board, bold dark signature, board lightly soiled and toned. (02-25025-13/JS). NONGUN. $7,000-9,000.

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4227. LARGE ROBERT E LEE SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH. 7” tall oval albumen photo of Lee in uniform, 10” x 8” oval board. CONDITION: very good, toned, chipped edge on board, light stained where framed. (02-25025-19/JS). NON-GUN. $7,000-9,000.

4228. WARTIME ROBERT E LEE

AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1 page RE Lee ALS, Camp at Sewell’ Mt, Sept. 27, 1861 to General John B. Floyd, commanding at M. Bluff. Concerns movement of cannon and artillery ammunition, need of provisions, “We have had a terrible storm all day in these mountains. I fear the men have suffered much.”. Gen. Floyd was recovering from wound at Carnifax Ferry 2 weeks earlier during Lee’s disastrous Kanawha Valley campaign. CONDITION: very good, tipped edges on larger sheet, “WAR RECORDS, COPIED 1861-1865” stamped. (02-250252/JS). NON-GUN. $6,000-8,000.

4229. IMPORTANT GEN. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED ENDING THE KANAWHA VALLEY CAMPAIGN 2 page ALS, HDQ Mountain Bluff, Oct. 29, 1861 to Gen. John B. Floyd commanding Army of Kanawha. Lee orders troops of the various commands moved from Kanawha Valley positions. He also shows his compassion for his many wounded troops “All the sick requiring hospital treatment, belonging to troops operating in this valley have been sent to the hospitals” Lee reports he has visited Blue Sulphur hospital: “The hospital is badly managed..the difficulty lies in the execution of orders. There is no proper person in charge..” Lee will now visit Lewisburg & White Sulphur hospitals today and then proceed to Richmond. CONDITION: fine overall, “WAR RECORDS, COPIED 1861-1865” stamped. (02-25025-68/JS). NON-GUN. $6,000-8,000.

4230. IMPORTANT ROBERT E LEE SIGNED LETTER TO GOVERNOR PICKENS OF SOUTH CAROLINA 3 page LS RE Lee, Headquarters Coosawhatchie, SC Dec. 5, 1861 to Governor Pickens, Columbia. Lee was sent by Jefferson Davis to check the defenses on the Carolina to Florida coasts. Pickens wrote Lee 3 days previously and Lee answers his concerns about gun powder, Enfield rifles, Union naval positions, defenses of Charleston and coast, etc. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, crack at central fold. PROVENANCE: James Julia Auctions, lot 1394 March, 2008. (02-25025-75/JS). NON-GUN. $6,000-8,000.

4231. GOVERNOR FRANCIS PICKENS LETTER TO GENERAL ROBERT E LEE. 2 page ALS Governor Francis W. Pickens to Robert E Lee, Dec. 2, 1861, Pickens has difficult manuscript, but mostly discernible with scrutiny. He asks for Enfield rifles for specific regiment, asks if blasting powder can be used in guns, wonders where enemy may attack with suggestions. CONDITION: very good overall, yellowing, crack at central fold of folio sheet. PROVENANCE: James Julia Auctions, lot 1395, March 2008. (0225025-76/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4232. WARTIME ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1 page RE Lee ALS, HDQ Army Northern Virginia, March 26, 1863 to Maj. A.H. Cole, Inspector general Transportation, Richmond. Concerns wagons and teams for Gen. Imboden. CONDITION: good, document repair tape & red “rebel archive” stamp on verso. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: typed transcription and historical background. PROVENANCE: Butterfield’s lot 745, Sept. 1996. (02-25025-1/JS). NON-GUN. $5,000-7,000.

4233. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH

LETTER SIGNED TO GOV. VANCE OF NORTH CAROLINA. 1 page ALS, HDQ Army Northern Virginia, Oct. 29, 1864 to “His Excy. L. B. Vance, Governor of N. Carolina”, concerning NC troops. Accompanied by facsimile of same letter in large fancy frame with engraved plates with transcription and NC troop condition after Sherman’s capture of Atlanta and advance toward Carolinas, with color portrait of Lee. CONDITION: very good, dark text & signature, top corners torn off, 2 glued plastic and paper strips bottom and right. The framed facsimile displays well. (0225025-12, 02-25025-38/JS). NONGUN. $5,000-7,000.

4234. WARTIME ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 2 page RE Lee ALS, HDQ Richmond, Va, April 23, 1862 to General Edward Johnson. Concerns captured correspondence of letters to enemy. CONDITION: good overall, repair with archival tape on edges of folds on verso, small chips at these edges. (02-25025-4/JS). NON-GUN. $5,000-7,000.

4235. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED BOUDE & MILEY CABINET CARD PHOTOGRAPH. Rare 6.5” x 4.25” cabinet card with “Boude & Miley Lexington, Va” imprint, signed “RE Lee”. This rare large format image was taken in Lexington while Lee was president of Washington College, 1868-1869. CONDITION: signature is bold, soiled, light fading, stains, crease at bottom left corner below image. PROVENANCE: Remember When Auctions, Wells, ME, lot 572, October 1996. (02-2502520/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-6,000.

overall, clipped corners, light soiling & staining, small nip out of albumen on right side. (02-25025-24/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-6,000.

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4236. SIGNED ROBERT E LEE CDV IN UNIFORM. Boldly signed “RE Lee” CDV, photograph by Julius Vannerson early 1864, mounted by LumpkinRichmond, VA. CONDITION: very good

SIGNED CDV. “RE Lee” signed Vannerson profile image of Lee in uniform, no photographers imprint. CONDITION: very good, dark signature, light fading where once framed. (02-25025-35/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-6,000.

4237. WARTIME ROBERT E LEE

4238. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED, SAN ANTONIO, 1860. 2 page ALS, San Antonio, September 29, 1860 to Col. Samuel Cooper, signed as Brevet Colonel Commanding Department. This was Lee’s final command in US Army, where he was ordered to take command of the US Army in February and return to Washington. CONDITION: fine, folds archivally stabilized. PROVENANCE: Butterfield & Butterfield’s auction. (02-25025-53/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-6,000.

4239. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED, SAN ANTONIO, 1860. 4 page ALS, San Antonio, October 4, 1860 to Col. Richard Delafield, Superintendent USMA. Long letter details investment in Erie RR, recommendations for cadet requirements so that young man leaving West Point is “a scholar, a soldier, & gentleman”. Lee also mentions the Prince of Wales from newspapers “I see by the papers that my friend Col. Magruder [USMA, John Magruder-later Confederate general] is always in the right place at the right time. I wish after he has assisted the Prince to kill his buffalo, he would pass him over the plains to me & I would give him a shot at a Comanche!” This was Lee’s final command in US Army, where he was ordered to take command of the US Army in February and return to Washington, but he wouldn’t fight against his native Virginia and the rest is history. CONDITION: fine, folds archivally stabilized. (02-25025-54/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-6,000.

4240. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED CDV. Fredericks, CDV, Lee in uniform, nicely signed “RE Lee”. CONDITION: very good, toned, stained edges, good signature. (02-25025-15/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4241. SIGNED ROBERT E LEE CDV IN UNIFORM.

Boldly signed “RE Lee” CDV, photograph by Julius Vannerson early 1864, printed from original Vannerson negative by John W. Davis. Davis owned the building that Vannerson gallery was located. Vannerson left Richmond mid 1864 leaving his negatives. John W. Davis began his “Lee Gallery” just after war using Vannerson’s negatives he now owned, a stunning view of the blockade photo used for Edward Valentine of Lee statue completed November 1864. CONDITION: good to very good overall, old glue stains on bottom edge with stain in bottom right corner that protrudes over portion of signature. (02-25025-25/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4243. FINE ROBERT E LEE SIGNED MATTHEW BRADY CDV. Boldly signed “RE Lee” on Brady imprinted CDV, right profile view. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: auction listing. CONDITION: very good overall, toning. PROVENANCE: R&R Auctions, lot 752, catalog 199. (02-25025-29/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4242. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED BRADY CDV. “RE Lee” boldly signed Brady imprinted CDV. This was one of Lee’s favorite images taken by Brady in May 1869, he often signed these Brady images for his many admirers, Lee would die in October, 1870. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Christie’s lot card. CONDITION: good to very good overall, dark signature, soiled, top edge trimmed, hinge removed from verso. PROVENANCE: Christies lot 70, December 5, 1997. (0225025-27/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4244. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED REES, RICHMOND CDV. Fine profile view of Lee, boldly signed “RE Lee”. Backmark: “Rees, Frayser, & Rees, Richmond, Va, 1867”. CONDITION: very good overall, dark signature, light staining. (02-25025-30/JS). NON-GUN. $3,0005,000.

4245. WARTIME ROBERT E LEE SIGNED CDV. “RE Lee” signed Vannerson profile image of Lee in uniform, oval image mounted on polished heavy card with no markings. CONDITION: very good, signature light. (0225025-34/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4247. ROBERT E LEE LETTER SIGNED. 1 page LS, Washington City, Dec. 18, 1848, to Wm Bond & Son, Boston. Concerning purchase of gold watch. CONDITION: very good overall, 2 small folds at folds on right edge. (0225025-10/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

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4246. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED LETTER, SAN ANTONIO, 1860. 1 page LS, San Antonio, Dept. of Texas, San Antonio, September 29, 1860, Special No. 84: concerning Court Martial of Private John Ryan, signed as Brvt. Colonel. CONDITION: very good overall. (02-25025-6/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4248. FRAMED ROBERT E LEE SIGNED CDV. Brady & Co. chest up view of postwar Lee, nicely signed “RE Lee”, not removed from 17” x 15” frame with larger image of Lee, receipt from Alexander autographs on back of frame, lot 84, Oct. 24, 1999. CONDITION: appears good to very good, not removed from frame. (02-25025-16/JS). NONGUN. $3,000-4,000.

4249. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. “RE Lee” 3 page ALS written to his cousin William N. Burwell with Washington College imprint envelope. Long personal letter concerning family members of both Burwell and Lee, Lee signs letter “I am your affectionate kinsman RE Lee”. CONDITION: very good overall, cracking at folds, fading, staining especially envelope, letter is in old archival encapsulation with Christies sticker attached. PROVENANCE: Christie’s lot 138, May 29, 1998. (02-25025-39/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4250. VERY EARLY ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED, FORT PULASKI. 1 page ALS, Feb 1, 1830, Cock Spur Island, Georgia to Gen. George Gibson. Lee was young 22 year old 2nd lieutenant only graduating from West Point the previous year, his first orders took him to Savannah where his illustrious military began. He was soon the chief engineer and promoted to 1st lieutenant concerning construction of Ft. Pulaski. His original drawn maps of the marshy & tough terrain of Cock Spur Island and first construction drawings were made just days earlier. He stayed on assignment at Cock Spur for over a year and was reassigned well before Fort’s 18-year construction. Lee would not see completed Ft Pulaski till he was sent to review coastal fortifications by Jefferson Davis in 1861. CONDITION: very good to fine, archival backing keep folds from separating. (02-25025-46/JS).

NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4251. WARTIME ROBERT E LEE LETTER SIGNED. 1 page ALS, Petersburg, Nov. 8, 1864 to Mrs. EHM Mason, Lee thanks her in middle of Petersburg campaign for a necktie she made for him and requests that she make similar for “some soldier more in want than myself..”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: typed transcription. CONDITION: good to very good, archivally repaired cracks on verso, good dark ink. (02-25025-47/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4252. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1 page ALS, May 7, 1855, Louisville to Col. Samuel Cooper, concerning clothing for 2nd US Cavalry quartered at Jefferson Barracks, signed as Lt. Colonel of Cavalry. Reverse has long penciled list of gear. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: typed transcription. CONDITION: fine. (02-2502549/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4253. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1 page ALS, St. Louis Nov. 8, 1838 to Gen. Charles Gratiot. Signed as captain engineers. CONDITION: fine, 2 chips in paper on right edge, archival tissue on verso stabilizing folds. PROVENANCE: Butterfield & Butterfield’s auction. (02-25025-52/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4254. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED LETTER FROM WEST POINT. 2 page ALS signed as Brevet Colonel, Superintendent Military Academy. Lee is writing the mother of cadet Allen A. Bursley who would graduate in 1855 and become Confederate officer during Civil War. He ends letter “one of the highest military appointments in his class”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: envelopes family preserved letter in with history. CONDITION: very good to fine overall. (02-2502555/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4255. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED, ONE OF HIS LAST. 1 page ALS, September 3, 1870, Lexington to R. M. Orne, Milledgeville, Ga. The Washington College envelope that accompanies is also addressed in Lee’s hand. Lee’s manuscript appears more matter of fact & rushed than normal. Lee had been experiencing fatigue during the autumn of 1870, he would have a stroke on Sept. 28 and was bedridden till his death Oct. 12. This has to be among his last letters. CONDITION: very good, letter has penciled “letter for RE Lee”. Envelope has tear and penciled like letter. (02-25025-56/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4256. USMA SUPERINTENDENT ROBERT E LEE

AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 3 page ALS August 1, 1854 to NC Congressman Kenneth Raynor, Lee explains in detail why his constituent was dismissed from West Point as cadet. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: typed partial transcription with comments. CONDITION: good to very good, old hinge repairs to folds, tape repair to top corners which adhesive bled into paper. (02-25025-57/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4258. ROBERT E LEE

AUTOGRAPH LETTER

SIGNED. 1 page ALS, Lexington, Va Jan. 6, 1869 to Mrs. Gertrude S. Lowndes. Lee sends her a photo as requested by Gen. Edward GW Butler (1800-1888). Mrs. Lowndes husband Rawlins (1801-1877) was from a prominent plantation family of South Carolina and West Point graduate as was Gen. Butler of Louisiana. Also in this lot is a letter written to Lee from Getrude, Staatsburgh [NY] Jan. 10. 1869. She states “Both will be treasured with feelings of the warmest gratitude among my most valued possessions. I am deeply in General Butler’s debt for having procured for me..”. CONDITION: both letters fine, crack on one fold of Lee letter. (02-2502563/JS). NON-GUN. $2,0004,000.

4257. ROBERT E LEE MILITARY AUTOGRAPH LETTER

SIGNED. Folded sheet with self-envelope and 1 page ALS, Fortress Monroe, Feb. 10, 1834 to Capt. Andrew Talcott at Norfolk, Va. CONDITION: very good overall, light fading from when framed, 2 partial hinges oboth piecesn reverse, paper was split at fold to display. PROVENANCE: Superior Auction lot 141, Feb. 11, 1995. (02-25025-60/JS). NON-GUN. $2,0004,000.

4259. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED WITH ENVELOPE. 1 page ALS, Lexington, Va, April 2, 1868. Lee thanks Frank A. Alfriend for his “Life of Jefferson Davis” book which was released right after Davis was released from prison. CONDITION: fine. (02-25025-65/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4260. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1 page ALS, June 28, 1870 to Col. Thomas H. Ellis. Ellis (1814-1898) a prominent Virginian, the past president of the once powerful James River Company, president of the Hollywood Cemetery Assn. had just moved to Chicago and invites Lee to visit. Lee in the last months of his life knew his mortality. “it will not be in my power to avail myself of this kind offer”. CONDITION: fine, small crack at lower fold. (0225025-66/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4261. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 2 page ALS HDQ 2nd Cavalry, Louisville, April 30, 1855 to Col. Samuel Cooper concerning transfers of soldiers. Future CW General Kenner Garrard listed as lieutenant being transferred from [1st US Dragoons] to Lee’s 2nd Cavalry along with several of his men. Garrard (1827-1879) USMA graduate, was captured by Confederate forces in 1861 at his Texas post, allowed to go north on his honor to Washington, bringing $20,000 in US funds which were put back in US Treasury. He was appointed commandant of USMA, West Point December 1861. He was formally exchanged August 1862, and became colonel 146th NY, prominent at Gettysburg, promoted to general. CONDITION: paper and ink are fine, 2 punched holes on left margin making minor reduction in 2 letters. (02-25025-67/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4262. DOUBLE SIGNED ROBERT E LEE

AUTOGRAPH LETTER. This undated 2 page ALS probably dates 1834-35 when stationed in Washington, to Eben Eveleth, Esq. Lee Is selling certain household items via his solicitor. The first page details various items in detail as to cost, etcetera and signs page at bottom in hurried small script: “excuse haste RE Lee”. The second page signed postscript “If you can meet with any good oysters, please invest some of my property into a couple of barrels”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: partial typed transcription and notes. CONDITION: very good overall, chipped on both top & bottom edges, small chip on bottom through text. (02-25025-69/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4264. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED PROFESSING HIS FAITH. 1 page ALS, Lexington, Va Jan. 1, 1867 to Col. Samuel Bassett French (1820-1898) who was prominent Virginian. He named a son born in 1863 “Robert Lee”. Lee mentions “my namesake” referring to that child. “I was glad..to learn that you & yours were well & happy as is good for us to be in this world of trial & probation. We have as you say much to be thankful for. We have the ability of doing good & the privilege of serving & admiring that Great Being from whom all our happiness flows. May his abundant blessing rest with you & yours now & forever!”. CONDITION: fine as archivally stabilized, glue stains on verso. (02-25025-71/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4263. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED WASHINGTON COLLEGE “REPORT CARD” 1865. November 1865 report of student EA Moore, signed as president Washington College. CONDITION: good overall. (02-25025-7/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4265. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 2 page ALS Richmond June 14, 1865 to Mrs. Ernestine Hubert Stevens in Baltimore. Stevens was wife of Lee’s chief engineer, fellow USMA graduate General Walter H. Stevens (1827-1870). Accompanying envelope addressed in Lee’s hand. CONDITION: very good overall, envelope has few tears and chips. (0225025-72/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4266. ROBERT E LEE & MARY CUSTIS LEE AUTOGRAPH NOTES SIGNED FROM ARLINGTON 8” x 3.5” ANS Signed “RE Lee”, Feb. 10, 1859 [Arlington] Lee requests Leadbeater Apothecary Shop in Alexandria, Va to send supplies and bill via his slave Daniel. 5” x 4” ANS Signed “MC Lee”, Nov. 10, 1859 “please send 1 gallon pawl oil & 1 gallon turpentine for Col. RE Lee”, reverse marked “Order / RE Lee”. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, archivally encapsulated. (02-25025-74/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4267. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED CDV PRESENTED BY FITZHUGH LEE & FITZHUGH LEE LETTER. Jones & Vannerson, Richmond CDV from early 1864 Vannerson blockade negative. CONDITION: letter is very good to fine. CDV very good overall, signature thin and faded, worn round corners, light soiling, pencil presentation on verso signed by Fitzhugh Lee. (02-25025-79/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4268. ROBERT E LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED. 1 page ALS, Ft. Hamilton, NY, June 9, 1842 to Capt. William A. Thornton, Ordnance Dept. Concerning placement of large cannon at Ft. Hamilton. CONDITION: very good. (02-25025-8/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4269. ROBERT E LEE LETTER SIGNED. 1 page LS, Engineer Department, Washington, Sept. 17, 1842 to Capt. Wm. Eliason, Corps of Engineers, Fort Monroe, VA. Concerning duties of disbursement by officers as authorized by Attorney General. Signed as Lt. Assisting Commander. CONDITION: very good overall, light water stain to right edge. (02-25025-9/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4270. ROBERT E LEE SIGNED RECEIPT, ST LOUIS, 1837. 8” x 3.1” cut receipt from St. Louis Harbor Improvement ledger, signed “RE Lee Capt. Engrs”. CONDITION: very good overall, toning. (02-25025-62/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4270A. UNIQUE & FINE CONFEDERATE OFFICER AUTOGRAPH BOOK, POINT LOOKOUT, PRISONER OF WAR CAMP Small leather bound 6” ledger, 82 hand numbered pages filled with signatures and comments of 157 officers with personal detail as to where captured, unit served, addresses. Miss Caroline C. “Carrie” Morfit (1840-1876) who owned album was daughter in prominent Baltimore family, 2 of her brothers were well known Confederate officers, Major Mason Morfit & Surgeon Charles Morfit, CSN. Carrie was no doubt one of the many volunteers from Baltimore who with her family’s connections could give some aid to the officers at Point Lookout. Officers and enlisted men had separate camps, and access was only available to officers who were much better treated. Pt. Lookout was established on an isolated point of land south of Baltimore on Chesapeake Bay, August 1863 to take in the many prisoners captured at the Battle of Gettysburg. It became the largest POW camp of Confederate soldiers, housing as many as 50,000 prisoners in its year and a half in operation. Over 3000 Confederate soldiers died at Point Lookout and are buried there. Officers from most every Confederate state signed and wrote comments in this journal, Gettysburg captured officers dominate, but some captured in western theatres are here too, interesting that most state their marriage status as Carrie must have requested. Autograph albums of Confederate officers are well known from Johnson’s island, but this is the only Point Lookout autograph album I am aware and the personal comments are special: “1st Lt. W. Kendall, Co. A, 3rd KY Cav, Gen. Morgan’s command, address Pilot Point, Denton Co, Texas, born in Tazewell VA, raised in KY, emigrated to Texas in 1858, where I have a family consisting of a wife and four children, from whom I have not heard since the 18th of Jan. 1863; but am content, knowing that they are in the hands of Him by whose aid we expect eventually to succeed in the present struggle for independence” “Lt. Francis A. Boyle, adj 32nd NC, from Plymouth, NC: There are 3 that I desire with an exceeding longing-a sword, a wife, and my freedom” Lt. Benj. J. Lancaster, 8th KY Cav, ..When this war is over and not before, will I go home. Base cowards shrink, fools stop to think, till freedom is gone”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: large file of information, and CONDITION: very good overall, few inscriptions light, but all discernible, tear in spine, scuffing. PROVENANCE: Richard “Dick” Littlefield estate collection. (02-25367/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-8,000.

Lot 4271 - 4292

Copper Alloy Slave Hire Badges

Copper alloy slave hire badges were made only in Charleston, South Carolina & only between the years 1800 & 1865.

Badges were contracted with the city of Charleston each year & were made by eight different makers over their 65 years of use. The first 28 years badges were marked with the cartouche of the maker. Over the years badges changed in shape & size. By law the badges had to be worn by slaves working on hire within the city of Charleston & Charleston Neck. Only a small percentage of the slave population was hired out, meaning that these slaves had more autonomy & freedom of movement. Indeed, the badges represented a symbolic ticket to another way of life.

Generally, the portion of the Charleston population who had slave badges were good workers, often with special skills such as butchers, blacksmiths, bricklayers, carpenters, tailors & other mechanical skills. Often hired out slaves that had free time & they could sell their skills on the market; often to the disdain of white tradesmen with the same occupations who felt the slaves were taking money out of their pockets. Slaves earning money on their own could buy their freedom, at least until 1820. After 1820 it was illegal to free a slave in South Carolina without an act of the legislature. Between 1820 & the end of the Civil War only 5 slaves were freed in South Carolina. Black slave owners circumvented the law by having their chosen slave

pay the yearly capitalization tax allowing them to live as a free person of color. In 1830 there were over 2,000 slaves owned by free black slave owners in Charleston alone. At the beginning of the Civil War the police were harassing free blacks who could not easily prove they were free. To feel safe, no doubt, some bought badges so they could walk freely in the city.

“Slave Badges and the Slave-Hire System in Charleston, South Carolina, 1783-1865” by authors Harlan Greene, Harry S. Hutchins Jr. and Brian E. Hutchins details additional history of these badges.

The most common occupation on badges is “SERVANT” & “PORTER”, scarcer are “MECHANIC” badges. Rare are other occupations including “FRUITERER”, “CARPENTER”, and “FISHER” Badges offered in this auction are generally better than average condition found elsewhere in market. Most all surviving slave badges are excavated & have some ground action and “excavated patina” found on copper. Many badges excavated have been folded or at least creased. Badges were meant to be discarded or destroyed each year and copper was valuable. Scarcity of metal in the early & last years caused reuse of Unfolding disturbs the copper alloy surface and the crease is obvious as noted on a few offered here. No badges offered have been restored or chemically patinaed unless noted, though a few have been cleaned and noted.

4271. RARE SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON NECK, FRUITERER, 1850. 38.5mm, rarer Charleston Neck and rarer occupation of “FRUITERER”, number 8. Charleston Neck was the area of the peninsula above Boundary Street and was not a part of the city of Charleston, having their own board of commissioners. In 1848, the “Neck” requested a portion of the proceeds from slave hire badge sales from Charleston who refused. That led them to manufacture their own tags by local silversmith W.M. Rouse. Charleston Neck tags were only made in 1849 & 1850, as the Neck was incorporated into city of Charleston. Any Charleston Neck badge is rare, and this rare Fruiterer makes this badge uniquely rare. A fruiterer was a vender selling produce. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of 1998 letter of authenticity from Paul Gibson. CONDITION: very good, worn, cleaned, toned. (02-25497-1/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

1816. 48.6 x 51mm, about 2”, maker’s cartouche “ATMAR”, rare occupation of “FISHER”, number 36. This badge is featured in a 1997 Treasure magazine article. Fisher is a very rare occupation for badge. When this badge was found in 1998, it was the finest of 5 examples known. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 1998 letter of authenticity from Paul Gibson, page from August 1997 Treasure magazine detailing it discovery. CONDITION: very good as excavated. (02-254972/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

4274. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, FRUITERER, 1850. 39 x 40mm, rare occupation of “FRUITERER”, number 77. CONDITION: very good as excavated. (0225497-4/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

4273. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1800. 39 x 37mm, about 1.5”, maker’s cartouche “ATMAR” on reverse. 1800 was the first year slave hire tags were used, Mumbol 314 was the 314th tag issued. Badges issued the first two to three years were done at the maker’s shop. After paying the fee to the city, a piece of paper with occupation was taken to the maker. In 1800, 2116 badges were issued, mechanic was the second most expensive at $3, servant, porter, fisher were $1. Surviving badges rare year for 1800 tags, as most were recycled. CONDITION: very good as excavated, “No. 314” is light as noted on most all 1800 dated tags. (02-25497-3/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

4276. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1834. 51.5mm, nice slightly convex large diamond shape for 1834, number 180. CONDITION: very good as excavated, cleaned, toned patina. (0225497-6/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1862. 37mm, rarer Civil War date, 1862 Servant, tag number 329. CONDITION: very good as excavated. (02-25497-5/ JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4278. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1818. 51mm, square shape for 1818, maker marked “LAFAR” on reverse, number 129. CONDITION: good detail, 2 large cracks, still sound, excavated patina. (02-254978/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4277. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1822. 55 x 52mm, nice large square shape for 1822, maker marked “LAFAR” on reverse, number 177. CONDITION: very good as excavated. (02-25497-7/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

4279. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1841. 46 x 45mm, large diamond shape for 1841, number 336. CONDITION: good detail, unfolded crease on left side, excavated patina. (02-25497-9/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4280. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1842. 45mm, large convex diamond shape with clipped corners for 1842, number 50. CONDITION: very good, excavated patina. (02-25497-10/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4281. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, MECHANIC, 1827. 52.6 x 51.7mm, large diamond shape, number 200. CONDITION: very good, excavated patina, heavily eroded, bottom of numbers are worn though, “LAFAR” maker’s mark on verso is only visible in outline. (02-25497-11/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4282. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1849. 40mm, diamond shape with clipped corners, number 358. CONDITION: very good, excavated patina. (02-25497-12/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4283. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1835. 51 x 53mm, large diamond shape with clipped corners, number 1513. CONDITION: very good, worn, cleaned, toned patina. (02-2549713/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4284. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1860. 37mm, diamond shape with clipped corners, number 1525. CONDITION: crease/crack flattened and repatinaed, good detail. (02-25497-14/ JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4286. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1847. 40mm, square with clipped corners, number 1446. CONDITION: very good, areas of corrosion where in contact with iron when excavated. (0225497-16/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4285. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1814. 50mm, diamond shape with clipped corners, “LAFAR” maker’s cartouche on verso, number 617. CONDITION: bent, cracked, putty blob on verso holding broken out area in place. (02-25497-15/JS). NONGUN. $1,000-2,000.

4287. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1842. 44 x 45mm, convex diamond shape with clipped corners, number 1212. CONDITION: very good, area of corrosion where in contact with iron when excavated. (02-25497-17/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4288. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1858. 40.8mm, diamond shape with clipped corners, number 344. CONDITION: very good, excavated patina. (0225497-18/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4289. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, SERVANT, 1860. 40mm, diamond shape with clipped corners, number 159. CONDITION: very good, excavated patina. (02-25497-19/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4290. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, PORTER, 1848. 43.5 x 45.5mm, diamond shape with clipped corners, number 186. CONDITION: very good, cleaned, toned patina. (02-25497-20/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4291. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, PORTER, 1844. 44 x 44.6mm, convex diamond shape with clipped corners, number 1066. CONDITION: very good, excavated patina. (02-25497-21/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4292. SLAVE HIRE TAG, CHARLESTON, PORTER, 1853. 39mm, diamond shape, number 35. CONDITION: very good, small crack repair to right edge, excavated patina. (02-25497-22/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4293. LARGE GROUP OF “SLAVE BUTTONS”, CIRCA 1800. About 125 buttons excavated in coastal Georgia plantation sites. Several variants of brass & pewter, all marked for Thomas H. Porter, slave trader from Barbados. Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture has small collection and notes history: “Thomas Porter was a successful businessman and slave dealer. He was meticulous in his business dealings—the enslaved men and women that he held in captivity were forced to wear buttons bearing his name. By identifying his property, Porter placed his wealth and status on display, which was a draw for business.” This is most likely largest collection ever accumulated. CONDITION: poor to good, missing shanks, chipped and corroded. (02-25498/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

4294. EXCELLENT PAIR OF CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY AMMO CRATES. Ammunition crates were made by the tens of thousands during the Civil War but few have survived as complete with near perfect painted & stenciled surfaces, and original lids. The rope handles are quite fine and complete. Both boxes are painted with arsenal gray and stenciled on 3 sides, and inside and outside of each lid. Stenciling on each edge “8 ROUNDS / 12 PDR GUN / CANR. FIXED / 1864”, “FROM / WATERVLIET / ARSENAL”, inside lids “WATERVILIET / ARSENAL / DEC. 1864”. Top of lids: “U.S. / GEN. P. P. PITKIN / MONTPELIER VT”. Heart pine dovetailed, nailed & screwed boxes measure approximately 20” x 15” x 11”. Regulations for ammo crates had different painted colors to distinguish shell (red) from shot (black) from canister (gray) so in heat of battle, mistakes would not be made. Canister was for antipersonnel of attacking infantry or cavalry and used to great effect especially in the big 12-pound Napoleon guns these were made for. The survival of a single 12 LB canister round that would fit in this crate is rare, these crates are extremely rare and are unique survivors. CONDITION: fine overall, complete and original, few if any crates survive in same condition. (02-24581/JS), NON-GUN. $3,000-6,000.

4295. CIVIL WAR NEW YORK DRUMMER BOY’S UNIFORM COAT. A very seldom encountered regulation State of New York drummer boy’s uniform coat of the Civil War period. This uniform was likely issued to a drummer boy around 1862 or 1863 when New York replaced the initial issue of frock coats with a chasseur style jacket. The coat is dark blue with 7 coat size general service buttons down the front. The corresponding button holes appear to be hand sewn and field repaired. The coat also has one cuff button on each cuff. The collar is 1 1/4” in the back and 3/4” in the front. The lining of the coat is muslin with a clear “ S N Y “ stamp in the back along with four dots denoting the size. The sleeve lining is also cotton but a bit more of a refined cloth. The right sleeve has ink markings which read “ G. C.” over “ 10 “ along with the number “ 229 “ written with a dip pen. It is very likely the initials “ G. C. “ are the initials of the drummer boy that wore this uniform through numerous bloody conflicts. There are a plethora of extant photographs that show New York drummer boys wearing this style uniform as well as similar examples. CONDITION: the uniform is amazingly solid for the miles it has traveled. All buttons are undamaged. Seams are tight but some edges are lightly frayed particularly at the collar. The fabric is free of moth damage and the dark blue color is still vibrant. (02-24852/BF). $3000-5000.

4296. 1860 ERA LINCOLN WIDE AWAKE CAMPAIGN COAT AND TORCH. An interesting lot consisting of a double breasted frock coat of light cotton canvas with the outside painted white and the cuffs, collar, shoulder tabs and rear vent trim painted orange. The Wide Awakes were known to wear similar coats during their torch light parades to protect their clothing from dripping oil from the many torches held high overhead. The coat is cut exactly like a frock coat of the period and the buttons are tin backed Yankee staff buttons. There are 2 rows of 6 coat size buttons each down the front, 4 coat buttons at the tail, 2 cuff buttons at each cuff and 2 cuff buttons at the shoulder tabs. Also included in the lot is a torchlight on a 64” pole including a bracket on the top. The brass torch and bracket are painted white with yellow and blue hand painted trim and lettering. The motto on each side of the 9 1/2” torch reads “ HURRAH FOR LINCOLN “. The Wide Awakes were a youth organization which eventually evolved into a paramilitary group with close ties to the Republican Party particularly during the campaign of 1860. CONDITION: the coat shows wear but remains substantially solid showing only a few scattered splits in the painted fabric and some wear to the painted finish. The torch has lost much of its painted finish and lettering. The motto “HURRAH FOR LINCOLN” can still be discerned with a little imagination and magnification. The pole and bracket are complete but show wear. (02-24188/BF). $2000-3000.

4297. CIVIL WAR CALIFORNIA RANGERS

RECRUITING POSTER. A very rare and historic 26” x 20 1/2” Civil War recruiting poster in a black 36 1/2” x 31 1/2” frame. The poster reads “CLING TO THE UNION! ON TO WASHINGTON!

CAPTAIN JOHN COATS AN OLD PIONEER IN THE WARS OF CALIFORNIA & MEXICO IS NOW RAISING A COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA RANGERS FOR THE WAR! THIRTY-FIVE MEN WANTED IMMEDIATELY! To be mustered in, and to march for Washington! Armory at”. On a line, following “Armory at”, are the hand written words, “Washington Hall Lieut S M Sharp”. Finally, at the extreme bottom is the printers information and address in Philadelphia. CONDITION: the fragile paper broadside was conserved by archivally mounting it on a cloth backing. The paper has darkened with age but is still quit legible and impressive. There are losses to most edges, however these losses do not affect the overall impression of the broadside. (02-24546/ BF). $1000-2000.

4298. RECRUITING BROADSIDES FOR DARBY RANGERS, AFTER LEE’S ARMY INVADED PENNSYLVANIA & 16TH MASS INF. 1) 24” x 31.5” “TO ARMS, DARBY RANGERS” dated June 26th, 1863 Darby, PA, 29th Reg’t PA State Militia, Col. Hawley. Just before the Battle of Gettysburg, there was much apprehension in the state of Pennsylvania with Lee’s large army for the first time so deep in Union territory. Col. Joseph W. Hawley had been badly wounded, shot in the neck at Antietam leading his 124th Pennsylvania infantry regiment. The 124th mustered out May 17th 1863, Hawley raised the 29th emergency regiment mostly from his men of the 124th. His 29th PA Militia was headquartered in Chambersburg during the battle of Gettysburg. It is not known how many Darby Rangers joined the unit. After Lee retreated from Gettysburg, the emergency ended and this unit was discharged August 1st 1963. CONDITION: appears very good as framed. 2) 28.5’ x 40.5” 16th Mass was a stalwart regiment in the Army of the Potomac, fighting in every major battle, having 245 casualties. This rare double sheet with large text and patriotic eagle illustration might be unique. CONDITION: poor, mounted to cloth backing, paper is brittle, but only small losses of text, several large tears and holes, frame is sound. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24511, 02-24512/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4299. 4th NEW HAMPSHIRE RECRUITING BROADSIDE. Framed 21” x 29” “4th REGIMENT NEW HAMPSHIRE VOLUNTEERS” with large eagle vignette with ribbon reading “DOWN WITH THE REBELLION”, dated Sept 1861. The 4th NH served throughout war, taking part in numerous engagements including: Battle of Port Royal, Skirmish of the Brick Church in Florida, Second Battle of Charleston Harbor, Bermuda Hundred Campaign, Battle of Cold Harbor, Siege of Petersburg, Battle of the Crater, Second Battle of Deep Bottom, Battle of Chaffin’s Farm, Battle of Fair Oaks & Darbytown Road, First Battle of Fort Fisher, Second Battle of Fort Fisher, Carolinas Campaign, and Battle of Wilmington. The regiment lost a total of 234 men during service; 3 officers and 82 enlisted men killed or mortally wounded, 5 officers and 194 enlisted men died of disease. This is a rare large illustrated broadside. CONDITION: good overall, glue stains scattered along edges and top central fold where mounted. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24513/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4300. 7th US CAVALRY CARBINE SLING. 56” overall, standard Civil War era 2.25” wide strap, brass tip & buckle, spring loaded iron carbine clip. “ROCK / ISLAND / ARSENAL” stamped above tip, “7 CAV / E / 23” emboss stamped about 8” from tip. Originally during Civil War these straps were longer and had sewn on buckles, later riveted. CONDITION: good overall, 1” cut. (02-24564/ JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

4301. 2 COMMEMORATIVE HISTORICAL PITCHERS. 1) ELLSWORTH. This attractive pitcher was made to commemorate the untimely death of Colonel Elmer Ellsworth at the Marshall House hotel in Alexandria, Virginia on 24 May, 1861. He was killed by the successionist innkeeper, James Jackson, after removing a Confederate flag from the top of the Inn. Jackson was immediately shot dead by Ellsworth’s men. The pitcher was produced shortly thereafter by Millington, Astbury and Poulson potters, of Trenton, New Jersey after a design by Charles Coxon. Coxon’s daughter, Ann Coxon Smith added the polychromatic decoration. CONDITION: the pitcher shows significant craquelure and has a piece missing at the top of the handle. 2) LIVERPOOL JUG: An early 19th century creamware Liverpool jug featuring a scene of mourning over the death of Washington on one side, and an American ship on the other side named “CARPENTER”. The initials “DAW” are under the spout along with an American eagle. CONDITION: Sadly, a significant part of the rim and spout have been restored some time ago. The body of the jug does show some discoloration also. (02-24520-2/BF). $300-600.

4302. CIVIL WAR 2ND NEW JERSEY INFANTRY ESCUTCHEON. A fine polychromatic Civil War escutcheon for Major Charles M. Taylor of the 2nd New Jersey Infantry and the 5th Veteran National Guard. The escutcheon has a sight size of 25” x 18” and is mounted in a period wood frame measuring 30” x 22 1/2”. He fought in the Army of the Potomac and fought in numerous battles including the Battle of Gettysburg. He enlisted as a sergeant and quickly rose to the rank of major. CONDITION: the escutcheon shows very light wear and all the various colors remain vivid. (02-24545/BF). $300-500.

4303. SIX ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR BURNSIDE CARTRIDGE CASES. No lead, just the brass casings, dark patina, solid with some small dents. (02-24554/JS). NON-GUN. $50-100.

4304. CIVIL WAR ERA SNARE DRUM. 15.5” diameter, 14.75” height, fine example of mid-19th century tack decorated maple wood drum, striped with red milk paint, well patinaed carved horn vent, clamping brass snare tightener, like found excavated in Civil War sites. CONDITION: good, sound & tight heads, ropes, and leather tensioners. (02-24186?JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

4305. CIRCA 1860 TO 1890 DRUM. A civilian drum likely manufactured from the 1860s to nearly the 1890s. Many drums like this were pressed into service during the early days of the Civil War because of the lack of military drums initially available to the departing regiments. The drum is nearly 17” in diameter and 12” tall. It is paint and inlay decorated with a central spray of musical instruments. Ropes attach to 10 metal clips on the top and bottom of the drum. CONDITION: the top head is split, but the bottom head is intact as are the snares. The ropes are complete and strong. the body of the drum shows light to moderate wear. (02-25511/BF). $400-600.

Cal. 68. S# NSN. 3” octagon to round barrel with cannon type muzzle has silver scroll inlay around maker’s name “V.G.W.” “LIBEAU” on top flat (known to be working in New Orleans in 1847). Front spring lock with fancy full relief carved dog’s head hammer is engraved with bird feeding on a twig in front of hammer; “LIBEAU” is at rear. American walnut stock with checkered bag grip is steel mounted. Backstrap is engraved “NEW ORLEANS 1837”. Trigger guard has spear finial and sideplate has scrolled extension at rear. A steel ram rod with button head is held by turned steel thimble. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistol is housed in small walnut jewelry case with brass trim; lined in purple velvet. Also included is an information card. CONDITION: good to very good. Metal retaining traces of original finish under light brown patina. Wood is very good with most of its original finish with a number of marks. Bore is good; lightly pitted. Lock will not hold at full cock. Case is fine. An important American derringer;

4308. HENRY DERINGER PEANUT SIZE POCKET PISTOL.

Cal. 41. NSN. Bbl. 2” semi octagon with flat top having double gold bands at breech. German silver front sight. Left flat is marked “P” Top flat & lock are marked “DERINGER / PHILADELa”. Wedge fastened birds head walnut stock is checkered at the wrist. Engraved German silver fittings consist of trigger guard, side plate, wedge escutcheons, nosecap, shield escutcheon, and trapdoor butt cap. CONDITION: metal finish has faded to gray. Stock shows wear with small chips around the lock and a crack through the left side of the forearm. Sound lock. Dark lightly pitted bore retains largely intact rifling. (01-26646/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,400-2,000.

breech. German silver blade front sight. Bbl. and lock are marked “DERINGER/ PHILADELa”. Top flat is marked with C. Curry San Francisco markings. C. Curry was Deringers’ best known California agent 1856-1863. Walnut birds head stock with checkered butt. Engraved German silver fittings include pineapple finial trigger plate, trigger guard, sideplate, flash plate, escutcheons, nose plate, and tear drop butt cap. CONDITION: Metal has faded to brown showing areas of pitting on the barrel. The stock shows moderate wear & handling marks. Functioning mechanics. Dark bore retains sound rifling. (01-26647/DS). ANTIQUE. $1000-1600.

4310. UNMARKED UNDERHAMMER PERCUSSION PISTOL.

31. NSN. An antique Anderson style percussion pocket rifle. Bbl. 4.5” oct. to round w/ faceted transitions. Cone front sight & notch rear sight. Underhammer action has flared butt w/ two piece walnut grips having flared butt. CONDITION: Metal has old brown refinished mixed with spots of blue. Fair wood with cracks & marks. Poor pitted with strong straight rifling. Lock appears functional when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm

loading. Birds head walnut stock with hand checkering at butt. Mfg. 1866-1870. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: removable percussion adapter. CONDITION: bbl. finish has faded to brown. Brass frame and fittings show a pleasing patina. Original wood finish shows wear spots and handling marks. Sound mechanics. Dark moderately pitted bore retaining discernible rifling. (01-26648/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.

dovetailed mounted semi-circular German silver sight. Top flat of bbl. and lockplate are marked “A. WURFFLEIN/ PHILA”. Right flat is marked “CAST STEEL”. Breech section has 2 German silver bands with sunburst highlights. Curved back action lock and hammer with scroll engraving. Top tang and acorn finial German silver trigger guard have complimentary engraving. Birds head style wedge fastened walnut stock with checkered wrist having German silver fittings. Andrew Wurfflein made pocket pistols that were styled very closely after the Henry Deringer type, circa. 1850s-1860s. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 7 3/8”x4 5/8”x1 11/16” rosewood box with brass hinges. Case shows light wear with scratches and marks. CONDITION: bbl. has a mottled faded blue and gray appearance. Lock has largely faded to gray. Trigger guard has lightly worn original finish showing small scratches and marks. Sound lock. Very good

4313. MICHAEL M. MASLIN LOCK, ACORN DECORATED, CONVERTED PERCUSSION

Cal. 52. NSN. Per “American Gunsmiths” by Frank Sellers, Michael M. Maslin was a Lockmaker only in Baltimore, MD (1822-1833d) & Philadelphia, PA (1847d). Oct. 10.5” w/ bolster style conversion. Brass blade front sight & notch rear sight. Rebated, engraved Flintlock converted to percussion. Wedge fastened walnut stock ornamented with German silver acorns on sides of wrist, wedge escutcheons, & finial of triggerguard; other German silver pieces including thimble, side plate, shield wrist plate & ramrod pipe. Pewter nose cap. Hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: barrel & lock have even brown patina appearance showing spots of corrosion on sides. Silver finish peeling from parts, but has some coverage mixed with patina. Wood has even coverage of varnish with numerous dings & scratches. Dark oxidized bore with gain twist rifling. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27614/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4313A. W.W. MARSTON SECOND MODEL NAVY REVOLVER.

S# 318. Bbl. 8” octagon w/ German silver blade front sight. Bbl. is marked “WESTERN ARMS Co. N.Y.”. Six shot plain round cyl. Original finish was blued w/ brass trigger guard Original walnut grips. Total quantity of about 1,000 mfg. late 1850s to early 1860s. CONDITION: metal is cleaned, having faded to a light gray showing spots of a red rust & corrosion predominantly on the left side of the bbl. Refinished grips. Right panel is rounded at toe w/ crack near the action. Action cycles properly. Cyl. shows some side play. Cyl. pin retainer is a non correct replacement. Bore shows sound rifling. (01-26159/DS). ANTIQUE. $700-1100.

4314. PAIR OF PETITE 1860S 22 CALIBER BRASS FRAME SINGLE SHOT DERRINGERS.

“E. ALLEN & CO” stamped, S# 18110, 4” overall, 2” barrel, good overall. 2. “J. M. MARLIN / NEW HAVEN CT” marked 2” octagon to round barrel, S# 1379, nickel plated, rosewood grips. Flayderman lists this first firearm made by John Marlin as the “First Model Deringer”, he notes it was commonly called the “Baby 22” or the “Model 1863”. Flayderman also notes that “production estimated as high as 4000, but specimens do not appear as commonly as that number would seem to indicate”, very good overall. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (01-26255, 01-26256/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-2,000.

4315. LOT OF 4 AMERICAN UNDERHAMMER PERCUSSION

PISTOLS. Lot consists of: 1) ASHTON OF MIDDLETOWN, CONN. Cal. 28. 721 (on left side of frame, beneath grip panel). Bbl. 4” octagon to rnd. with faceted transition and brass bead front sight. Brass frame underhammer action. 2-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: bbl. has faded gray appearance with general pitting. Brass frame shows areas of cleaning having reacquired a mild patina. Integral rear sight is chipped on 1 side. Refinished grips show numerous dents and marks. Right panel and broken and glued through attachment screw hole. Functioning action. Dark pitted bore retains some lightly visible rifling. (01-26660/DS). 2) W. ASHTON. Cal. 38. NSN. Bbl. 5” octagon to rnd. with faceted transition and brass cone type front sight. Under hammer action with brass grip frame having integral rear sight. 2-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: metal finish fading to gray showing scattered light pitting. Grips show heavy wear and handling marks with large chip at butt of left panel and a large crack on forward portion of right panel. Functioning action. Dark pitted bore with partially intact rifling. (01-26661/DS). 3) H.J. HALE. Cal. 31. NSN. Bbl. 5” octagon to rnd. with faceted transition and brass blade front sight. Top strap has integral V-notch rear sight and is marked “H.J. HALE/ BRISTOL/ CONNECTICUT”. Underhammer action. Brass grip strap with 2-piece walnut grip. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown showing some very light pitting. Grips show handling marks with large cracks and chips. Functioning action. Dark pitted bore with traces of rifling remaining. (02-26662/DS). 4) H.J. HALE. Cal. 31. S# 120. Bbl. 4” octagon to rnd. with faceted transition. Bbl. flats and top strap with integral rear sight have engraved highlights. Underhammer action. Brass grip strap with 1-piece maple grip. CONDITION: metal has brown appearance with heavy pitting. Refinished grip has large crack on left side. Functioning action. Dark pitted bore has partially intact rifling. (01-26663/ DS). ALL ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4316. RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR AMERICAN ASSEMBLED MUSKET FROM 1707 DATED QUEEN ANNE DOG LOCK MUSKET, ATTRIBUTED TO JONATHAN DANFORTH, A MASSACHUSSETS MINUTEMAN. Cal. 74. NSN. 64” overall, 48” tapered round barrel with wedding ring transition 11.5” from breech end & attaches to stock at rear w/ long screw from below in early fashion. Furniture and lock are all from the earliest long pattern British muskets which rarely survive. A bayonet stud is added at an early date 1.5” behind muzzle, 2 old dovetails & a bayonet mounting slot are also present, otherwise barrel is unmarked but does have sighting groove at breech end. Good quality dog lock has arched flat chamfered plate with pronounced teat at rear, attaches to stock with 3 bolts in early fashion. Lock features flat faced early cock with slight reinforce matching simple dog, interesting inset faceted pan with 3 vents, unbridled frizzen & frizzen spring terminating in fleur-de-lis finial. Lockplate under pan is engraved “AR” (Anne Regina 1702-1714) under a crown flanked by 2 stamped crowned broad arrows and board of ordnance small broad arrow under cypher. Tail of lock is engraved contractor’s name “T. FORT” (Thomas Fort working 1683-1714 in London) over “7” (1707). Internal inspection shows unbridled tumbler & 2 stamps: an “H” in a heart cartouche & a crowned “7”. Trigger is of very early style with curled finial. Stock is 1770’s style of maple & is mounted handmade brass furniture including sheet brass buttplate affixed by nails, forged & filed long sideplate & relatively simple cast triggerguard. An iron ramrod is held by 3 beaded pipes & matching tailpipe. Raised field around bbl. tang is stamped “14” & the name “J. DANFORTH” is branded on right side of butt vertically. Jonathan Danforth (1736-1802) served with the 20th Massachusetts provincial regiment, serving as captain and present at Lexington, Bunker Hill, Ticonderoga, and Bennington, both sons Jonathan Jr (b1761) and Joshua (b1759) served in father’s company. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collector photos & late James Taylor brass collection tag, small file of research on Danforth family. CONDITION: fair to good w/ considerable restoration. Barrel has mottled gray/brown patina. Touch hole is enlarged. Lock is mostly dark gray mottled patina. Metal appears all original, cock screw restored. Markings all very good. Stock retains most of a shiny oil finish w/ some newer distress marks & shows considerable restoration at top front of lock & front 32” good matching modern restoration. Any early marked dog lock musket is exceptionally rare. PROVENANCE: CW Slagle, pictured & described, pg. 6 “Firearms in American History”, C.G. Worman; James B. Taylor collection. (0126520/JS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

found” condition with rich patinaed surfaces. Brass furniture, dark cherry stock, 3 ramrod pipes with trumpet faces, original threaded iron ramrod, British military “GR” broad arrow proofed barrel, early banana shaped Continental lock. CONDITION: very good overall, dark iron & brass patinas, stock has original surface with one old screwed repair at lower right toe, amazing that it was never sanded as a vast majority were at some point. (0126519/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-5,000.

4318. AMERICAN RESTOCKED MODEL 1742 LONG LAND PATTERN COMMERCIAL “BROWN BESS”. Cal. 77. S# NSN. The 46-1/4” barrel with London black powder proofs and “RW” stamp at breech end is engraved “No. 16” on top. Lock with rounded and arched plate is built with serpentine cock, integral pan, bridled friction frizzen and feather spring with foliate finial. “R.” Watkins” is under pan. No government marks are found. Stock

4319. AMERICAN FLINTLOCK LOOONG FOWLER RECONVERTED FROM PERCUSSION. Cal. 75. S#. NSN. Probably made around 1815 this impressive gun has 58” octagon to round barrel fitted with standing leaf “U” notch rear and brass blade front sights. No proofs or other markings are present. Trade quality lock marked “LONDON WARRENTED” has serpentine cock, integral pan and bridled friction frizzen. Stock of relatively plain American walnut extends to within 1-1/2” of muzzle with brass cap and is pinned to barrel. Stock is brass mounted; buttplate having engraved return at top. Trigger guard with shield on bow has relief cast foliate finial. Steel ramrod mounts through two beaded pipes and matching thimble. CONDITION: good as reconverted. Old conversion was well done and has a good look. Iron parts present dark brown patina overall with some cleaning highlights on lockplate. Stock retains most of its original finish showing good wear with some chips missing at toe; some repairs around lock and wood missing along barrel channel on right side. Last 12” toward muzzle show other repairs and replacements. Bore is dark. Lock is operable. (01-27829/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

eagle head at left and a “G” “54” at top. Barrel tang is dated “1819”. Lock with case hardened plate has reinforced cock, inset brass pan without fence, bridled friction frizzen and feather spring with bulbous finial. Center of lock is stamped with eagle over “US”. Tail is marked “HARPERS” “FERRY” “1819”. Interior of lock is stamped with matching assembly letter “G” as found on top of barrel. Stock with distinctive low comb is iron mounted with U.S. marked buttplate and Type 1 trigger guard. Steel ramrod with button head is present. Various inspectors marks are visible on stock including “AT” a number of “V”s and a large “AJB” behind sideplate. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: unmarked bayonet with triangular blade; fits well. CONDITION: very fine. Barrel and furniture showing re-polish to original type bright finish with some remnants of very light pin prick pitting. Lock appears to have most of its case hardening finish. Eagle is quite soft. A large amount of blue remains on feather spring. Stock is also very fine showing a number of minor marks, but little wear. Bore is bright with some minor pitting toward muzzle. Lock is crisp. Bayonet shows considerable cleaning to silver over deep pitting. As good an example of this scarce U.S. musket as one could expect to find. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27566/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4321. VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY SECOND MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 42” rnd. with smooth bore. Breech is marked with “V/ P/ (EAGLE HEAD)” proofs. Tang is stamped “1841”. Late style as mfg. 1818-1821. Distinguishing features include 6 3/8” lock with brass flash pan and fence along with rounded ends on trigger guard and front mounted springs on center and lower bbl. bands. Lock forward of hammer is stamped “VIRGINIA” over script marked “Manufactory”. Lockplate rear of hammer has curved vertically marked “RICHMOND” over mfg. date of “1820”. Flat beveled edge double neck hammer. Full length 3-band fastened walnut stock with iron musket buttplate and fittings. Left side of stock has 2 illegible oval cartouches. As many as 50,000 were issued in flintlock configuration April-November of 1861 from the Richmond Arsenal inventory by the Confederate States Ordnance at the beginning of the Civil War. Many were later recalled, converted to percussion and reissued. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: a U.S. marked socket bayonet with 18” triangular blade. CONDITION: as found, with metal finish having faded to a heavy brown patina. Stock has age darkened appearance showing handling marks and heavy dents with cracks and chips around the lockplate. Sound lock. Pitted bore. Bayonet finish has faded to a heavy patina with light pitting, consistent with the rifle finish. (01-26263/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4322. U.S. MODEL 1803 LATE PRODUCTION FLINTLOCK RIFLE BY HARPERS FERRY RECONVERTED. Cal. 54 (7 groove rifling). S# NSN. Standard configuration for late production with 36” half round half octagon barrel with under rib is fitted with correct sights. Breech end with good eagle head and U.S. proofs. Barrel has been converted from drum and nipple. Lock has late style eagle with U.S. on shield in front of cock. Rear is marked “HARPERS” “RRY” “1815” (FE appears never to have been stamped). Lock reconverted with cast parts. American walnut stock with small left hand cheekpiece is brass mounted. Crescent buttplate has button at top to release cover of patchbox on right side. Trigger guard has slight spur forming grip. Sideplate is simple and flat. A small band is around forend tip. Steel ramrod mounts through flared top pipe, plain mid and cast brass thimble. CONDITION: good as reconverted. Iron parts dark brown patina. Stock with old oil refinish shows some hand wear. Brass is nicely toned. Trigger guard shows repairs. Wood shows repairs and replacements at bottom of lock and front both sides of barrel channel. Inspector’s marks not visible. Bore is good; somewhat pitted. Lock is operable. (01-27163/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4323. JOHN MILES CHARLEVILLE PATTERN FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 75. NSN. French 1763/66 pattern Charleville style musket produced by John Miles of North Liberty, Philadelphia, PA. Muskets of this pattern were produced for the Pennsylvania State Militia circa. late 1790s to the early 1800s. Although this musket is not “CP” (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania) marked, John Miles was 1 of 18 makers of those contract muskets. Bbl. 40 7/8” rnd. with smoothbore. Semi-circular brass blade front sight. Iron lock is marked “MILES” at rear. Plain trigger. Iron trigger guard bow has rectangular box with marking “M31”. Pin fastened walnut stock with brass nose cap and long tang brass musket buttplate. Button tipped iron ramrod held by a faceted brass thimble and 2 faceted brass pipes. CONDITION: metal has heavy brown patina appearance with pitting becoming heaviest in breech end of bbl. and as well as the hammer and lockplate. Forward lock screw is missing. Refinished stock is broken through the wrist and sideplate area. Right side of stock forward of lock has a 5 1/2” added wood repair. Functioning lock and trigger. Dark heavily pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27459/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

FLINTLOCK ARTILLERY MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 36” with smooth bore. Blade front sight with V-notch rear sight. Breech end of bbl. is marked “U.S.” over “P” proof and inspection initials “JN”. Top tang and lock are dated “1824”. Forward portion of lock is marked “U.S./ R.&J.D. JOHNSON” with “MIDDLETON, CONN” address at the rear of lock below the date. Separate brass flash pan is without fence. 3-band fastened walnut stock with iron buttplate, oval lid patchbox, trigger guard with finger curl, and sling swivels. Brass tipped iron ramrod. R. & J.D. Johnson mfg. approx. 3,000 muskets 1824-1827, lowest quantity of all contract makers. CONDITION: metal shows evidence of heavy cleaning with dents and handling marks having pitting becoming heavy in the breech area. Heavily sanded and refinished stock shows dents and marks with a crack extending from the sideplate. Sound lock. Frizzen spring and some lock screws are apparent replacements. Dark lightly pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27119/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

Cal. 69. NSN. 57.5” overall, 42” barrel with no visible proofs. Flat lock beveled at tail dated 1841 & “SPRING / FIELD” vertically stamped & forward of cock eagle over block “US”. Battery with rounded convex cock with round cutout, detachable brass pan, frizzen spring terminates in wide teardrop shaped finial. Walnut stocked with 3 spring retained bands, inspection marks opposite lock rear of side plate. Most model 1840s were altered to percussion before leaving armory. CONDITION: good to very good overall, appears complete, iron cleaned, barrel bright, lock has crisp markings, stock has large inset repair rear of lock and missing piece where burned out, 2 small cartouches opposite lock. Original ramrod protrudes past muzzle face. Mechanically fine, smooth clear bore. (01-27835/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4326. U.S. MODEL 1817 COMMON RIFLE BY N. STARR . RECONVERTED TO FLINT. Cal. 56. 7 groove rifling. S# NSN. One of 6,000 rifles made under the 1840 contract. This rifle is of standard configuration with 36” round barrel fastened with three bands. Barrel is stamped with “U.S. and P” in circle at rear. Tang is dated 1844. Lock reconverted to flint with old parts is marked “N. STARR & SON” around a sunburst over “U.S.” at center and “MIDDTN” “CONN” “1844” on tail. American walnut stock is iron mounted and has distinctive oval patchbox on right side of butt and spur on trigger guard forming grip. Buttplate is marked “U.S.” and with an “S”. Original ramrod is present. CONDITION: good as reconverted. Metal parts present lightly cleaned brown patina. Stock with old refinish. Sharp edges rounded. No inspector’s marks. Bore is good, but dark. Lock operable. This would probably make a good shooter. (01-27159/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,800.

4327. HARPERS FERRY 1805 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL.

Cal. 54. S# 423. Always considered among the most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing of American martial pistols, the 1805 is the logo gun of the American Society of Arms Collectors. These guns were made in pairs between 1806 and 1808 with a total production of about 4,000 guns with each gun of a pair having same serial number. This gun is in the normal configuration of other guns in this pattern with 10” round barrel, breech marked with raised eagle over “P” in a sunken oval behind a raised “US” in a sunken oval behind stamped S# 423. Lock is marked “HARPERS / FERRY / 1807” in vertical arcs behind cock. Under the pan is a spread winged eagle facing toward the cock over “US”. The wood opposite the lock is marked with script inspector initials “V” over “CW” (inspector Charles Williams). This a pleasing example from old Massachusetts collection. CONDITION: good to very good overall, good markings, barrel cleaned to bright. Well done reconversion from percussion back to flint, stock has well done crack repair at wrist, hairline forward of trigger guard. All original with exception of battery components from reconversion and new wood ramrod. Mechanics are sound, smooth clear bore. PROVENANCE: White’s Auction, Attleboro, Mass, October 6, 2001, lot 212. (01-26599/JS). $4,000-6,000.

4328. FINE 1830 DATED W. L. EVANS VALLEY FORGE NAVAL CONTRACT MODEL 1826 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 54. NSN. Standard configuration 13.5” overall, 8.5” barrel proofed at breech, deeply struck “LS” (Luther Sage) and “US”. Lock marked “US / W. L. EVANS” “1830” at tail, 4.5” belt hook. Stock proofed “CI / P” (Catesby Jones) and additional mark under belt hook screw “C : Z”. This pistol was one of 500 pistols delivered May 10, 1831, inspected by Luther Sage & Capt. AP Catesby Jones. A total of 2000 guns made and dates of delivery can be ascertained by combination of inspectors. Several variations of this model exist, Bitter & Smith in “Historic Pistols-The American Martial Flintlock” state: “Of the 2000 pistols, those with the “US 1830” lock now seem scarcer than those with the 1831 USN” marking”. This is about as fine a survivor you can expect to find of original flintlock with original finish and raised grain stock. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of pages from Bitter & Smith “Historic Pistols-The American Martial Flintlock” 1985 detailing Evans contract. CONDITION: fine overall, complete and original, dark smooth plum patina from original brown throughout other than bright finished ramrod, crisp markings, stock has sharp edges. Mechanics fine, clear clean smooth bore. (01-27850/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

collectors today and this good example is of 1742 Long Land pattern with 455/8” round barrel. There are indecipherable proof marks at breech end. Lock of 1730 pattern with inset rounded pan and unbridled frizzen has simple heart shaped finial to feather spring. Center of plate is engraved “R. Watkins”. Robust stock of dense European walnut extends to within 4” of muzzle with brass cap and is mounted with 1742 pattern brass furniture. Wooden ramrod has brass tip. No markings are noted on brass. Left side of butt is stamped “Y+C” “149”. It is not know if this is an indication of the number produced or if it was a rack or inventory number. CONDITION: fine. Iron and steel show considerable cleaning with barrel a medium brown with overall pin prick pitting. Barrel markings not readable. Lock is cleaned to silverish light brown with maker’s name somewhat obscured. Stock is sound with some epoxy repairs and front 9” appears to be a well done replacement. Brass is nicely toned. Sling loops are missing. Bore is dark. Lock is good. (01-27879/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

4330. KETLAND FLINTLOCK OFFICER FUSIL - FORMER TOM HALL COLLECTION. Cal. 60. NSN. Bbl. 38” Octagon to round with a banded ring transition, brass blade front sight and lightly notched on the tang for sighting. Full length walnut stock with relief carved tang area period engraved brass furniture & thumb plate. A brass collection tag hangs from the trigger guard web with the number 26. CONDITION: Bbl has a pleasing smooth mellow grey patina with some minor handling marks. Brass furniture engraving is strong with only some minor handling marks. Stock shows some minor handling marks with a splice in the forearm area replacing the breech end with a well matched replacement section. The toe of the stock has a very well executed repaired chip. Stock was restored well during the restoration process. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27563/ZAL) ANTIQUE $1200-1800

plate, flat style sideplate & nose cap. Button tipped iron ramrod is held by brass thimble & 3 pipes, forward pipe is wide mouthed. CONDITION: metal has faded to brown with pitting becoming heaviest in the breech area. Sanded & refinished stock shows chips & cracks in the lock, sideplate & tang areas. Forward portion of the comb is formed by a large added wood repair. Additional added wood repairs are found along the bbl. channel. Functioning lock. Dark heavily pitted bore. (01-28137/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4332. BROWN BESS SHORT LAND PATTERN FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 39”. Left side of breech has the King’s proof mark, a stamped crown over “GR” over a broad arrow along with a crown over scepters view mark. These are followed by the supplier’s initial “D”. Rounded lock is marked “TOWER” behind the cock. A large crown over “GR” followed by a broad arrow if found forward of the cock. Hammer & rear portions of the lock has double border line engraving. Pin fastened walnut stock has indistinguishable raised marking on the right side forward of the buttplate. Brass fittings include; the buttplate, trigger guard, rounded sideplate, forend cap, thimble & 2 wide mouthed pipes. The ramrod is not present. CONDITION: bbl. has a fading browned appearance showing wrench marks with some pitting in the breech area. The lock has faded to gray showing scattered pitting. The stock shows heavy wear with dents having a large cracks thru the sideplate area & below the lock. The front 16 1/2” of the forend are an added wood replacement. The front lock screw is missing, the rear screw is a replacement. The lock is not firing properly. Dark pitted bore. (01-28138/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4333. LINCOLN VOLUNTEERS MARKED BRITISH TOWER SHORT LAND PATTERN 1777 BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK RIFLE WITH BAYONET. Cal. 75. NSN. Bbl. 42”. The center of the lock is engraved with a Crown/ GR, with “TOWER” engraved at the tail. Top of bbl. is marked with what appears to read “L1 LINCOLN VOL TLS”, which appears to indicate issue to the 81st Regiment of Foot (Loyal Lincoln Volunteers), whom were formed in 1793 from Lincolnshire militia members to fight in the French Revolutionary Wars, and were officially designated as the “81st Regiment of Foot” in 1794. Near full length straight grip stock features a period repair, consisting of a pinned brass reinforcement plate at and ahead of the trigger guard finial. Brass furniture includes the buttplate, long tang trigger guard, aforementioned reinforcement plate, nose cap, as well as the ramrod pipes and thimble. Front pipe has a “trumpet” contour, with the second pipe being flared at the mouth. Top of the wrist features a large inlaid brass escutcheon marked “H/ 90”. Complete with period iron ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: British proofed triangular socket bayonet. Blade measures 17 5/8”, with an overall length of 21”. CONDITION: bbl. exhibits a mottled gray/brown patina, with some scattered pitting, which is most prevalent near the touch hole. Bbl. markings are softened, with the Royal Lincoln Volunteers marking being significantly weakened. Lock assembly exhibits a dark gray patina, with patches of light to mild pitting. Brass furniture and fittings have acquired a pleasing mellow patina. Sound lock. Stock shows numerous marks, scratches, and impressions from handling and storage, with cracks present at the lockplate, bbl. tang, sideplate, nose cap, as well as along the edges of the bbl. channel. Right side of forearm exhibits a repaired break. Bayonet exhibits consistent moderate pitting overall. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27567/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

4334. UNMARKED LONG LAND PATTERN BROWN BESS PROBABLY AMERICAN RESTOCKED. Cal. 75. S# NSN. The 48-1/4” barrel is not proofed and does not have turnings at breech end. Remnants of markings can be seen on 1742 style lock but it appears they have been removed at an early date. American walnut stock with late style comb, no beaver tail, but with palm swell extends to within 4” of muzzle with brass cap and is pinned to barrel. Brass furniture is of 1750’s style. Sideplate with tail is flat. Buttplate has short top tang. A button head ramrod is present; sling loops are not. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: musket is fitted with triangular bayonet with 15-1/4” blade with remnants of maker’s mark and “R” on top. Rack number “430” is on right side. CONDITION: iron parts are cleaned to silver gray over considerable pitting. Stock refinished with glossy oil. Brass shows cleaning. Front 8” of stock repaired possibly replaced. Lock is inoperable. Bore is rusty. Bayonet is also cleaned to silver gray. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27568/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4335. BRITISH INDIA PATTERN BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 80. NSN. Bbl. 38”. Left side of bbl. at the breech has 2 crown over crossed scepters view marks. Unmarked lock & hammer appear to be replacements. Pin fastened hardwood stock Brass fittings consist of buttplate, oval wrist plate, trigger guard, sideplate, nose cap thimble & 3 pipes, forward 2 pipes are wide mouthed. Button tipped iron ramrod. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned appearance with pitting heaviest in the breech & lock areas. Sanded & refinished stock has repaired cracks in the comb & forend areas with chips along the bbl. channel. There is a lage area of wood missing above the lock and a small added wood repair behind the thimble. Lock lacks spring tension. Dark pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate of Russell Dickerman. (01-27143/DS). ANTIQUE.

Hardwood stock is held by 3 iron bands with spring keepers. Iron buttplate & trigger guard. Ramrod is not present. CONDITION: Metal has a faded gray appearance showing light pitting. Stock shows wear & handling marks with numerous pin holes around the butt. Lock is not functioning & is not properly seated in the stock. Frizzen & pan are crude replacements. Dark pitted bore. (0128139/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

the breech area. Lock has a cleaned gray appearance with general light pitting. The sanded stock has a dark refinish showing marks with numerous tack holes in the butt section. A large open crack extends from the lock across the wrist to the left side of the trigger plate. Lock has stiff operation & will not hold in the full cock position. Dark pitted bore. (01-28140/DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 76. NSN. 13.5”Overall, 7.8” tapered round barrel, proofed on top at breech, “GR” cyphered military lock palte with broad arrow proof, checkered walnut stock, flat brass butt cap. CONDITION: very good as configured, iron and brass patina, sharp raised grain walnut stock, mechanics fine, clear clean smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27427/JS).

4339. EXCELLENT REPRODUCTION DANIEL KING BRONZE HOWITZER. Cal. 2.85”. NSN. Daniel King, Germantown, Pennsylvania was the most famous maker of American cannon during the Revolutionary War, first made in 1775. Facsimiles have been made for many years. Few originals survive. This well-made cast bronze copy measures 17” overall, 12.5” bore. Engraved “Z C / N0. 5” and “D. KING / GERMANTOWN”. This small artillery piece may look like an “excuse” for a cannon; but it was actually a devastating anti-personnel weapon. These so-called “King” Howitzers fired canister rounds, like a large shot gun. The rounds could be solid shot or exploding “grenade” shells timed by fuses to burst above the ground. General “Mad Anthony” Wayne had 16 of these nasty weapons, which when fired together laid down withering curtain of lead with a wide killing radius.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of Daniel King genealogy and research. CONDITION: fine overall, decades old dark bronze patina. (02-22283/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

4340. FINE NAMED “NEW YORK CITY WATER WORKS” SCRIMSHAWED REVOLUTIONARY WAR 1776 DATED POWDER HORN. 11” fully scrimshawed horn “JOSEPH CARVINDER HIS HORN / MADE NEW YORK NOV 21, 1776”, finely & uniquely carved below his name is drawing of “NEW YORK WATER WORKS” which is taken from a New York City 1774-1776 bank note depicting the “steam operated water pump” which was being built in NYC till British occupation ceased the project. The NYC Water Works note was the first currency ever issued by an American City and started a revolution of its own, with other cities following suit. Joseph Carvinder [Carvender] is found listed in 1776 enlisted roster of Westchester County Militia 3rd regiment under Colonel Pierre Van Cortlandt. He must have had a NYC banknote he copied vignette from. The government of New York City had recognized the need to have water pumped into homes and businesses and was willing to invest money into infrastructure. The engine and reservoir were built in 1775 with piping to soon begin, but the British destroyed the engine after occupation in 1776. If project could have been completed, the standard of living and quality of life for all those who dwelt in NYC would have been raised beyond any level known among the colonies. This wonderful & unique horn gives insight to a little piece of lost history. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: history of NYC Water Works 1774-1776 and copy of bank note. CONDITION: very good overall, as noted slightly shortened in its time of use, darkened & staining at edge with plug, overall fine honey color hand worn patina, crisp carved designs. PROVENANCE: the family consigning horn sold a 1st model Brown Bess musket at a James Julia Auction many years ago, which must have been Joseph Carvinder’s too. (0225153/JS). NON-GUN. $8,000-12,000.

missing plug end, but all discerned, insect damage along crack. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-3/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4342. REVOLUTIONARY WAR NAMED 1775 DATED CARVED POWDER HORN. 10” scrimshawed horn “ROBERT BURNS HIS HORN”, undulating crosshatched ribbons surround name, 1.25” disc topped stopper. CONDITION: good overall, distinct decoration, insect damage around plug. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-7/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4343. REVOLUTIONARY WAR NAMED 1777 DATED CARVED POWDER HORN. 10” nicely patinaed fully scrimshawed horn “SAMUEL ADAMS”, heart & sword, anchor, masonic trident. CONDITION: good to very good overall, worn decoration. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224847-9/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

measuring 38” overall with a 32 1/4” plain 3 fullered blade likely of German manufacture. These 3 fullered blades were thought to be Spanish made for years, however recent scholarship has shown them to be of German origin. Plain brass hilt of the “4 slot” or “modified wagon wheel” design. Well formed spherical pommel tops a faceted bone grip with incised diagonal lineal decoration. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is quite sturdy and enjoys a deep dark ancient patina. The guard has a great mellow mustard patina with one very small repair at the end of one of the “spokes”. Grip shows great age but only one notable tight age crack. (02-25199/ BF). $3000-5000.

saber resembling the well known “Potter” dragoon saber believed to predate the Revolutionary War. The saber measures 42 1/2” overall with a 35 3/4” plain double fullered blade likely of German manufacture. These 2 fullered blades with a large central fuller and a secondary fuller near the spine are believed to be of German origin. Plain iron hilt of the “4 slot” design topped by a large nearly egg shaped pommel. Spirally fluted carved wooden grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is very sturdy and enjoys an early dark patina. The guard has a wonderful deep chocolate patina and remains solid. The grip show expected wear and remains solid. 0225197/BF). $3000-4000.

4346. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA AMERICAN HORSEMAN’S SABER. A good American Revolutionary War horseman’s saber measuring 39 3/4” overall with a 34 1/2” plain 3 fullered blade likely of German manufacture. These 3 fullered blades were thought to be Spanish made for years, however recent scholarship has shown them to be of German origin. Plain brass semi-basket hilt with a 5 slotted lower guard combined with two branches that join the knuckle bow at different locations. Spherical pommel tops a plain ovate chestnut grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is quite sturdy and has a deep gray patina. The guard has a great mellow mustard patina. Grip shows expected wear. (02-25198/BF). $3000-4000.

to be Spanish made for years, however recent scholarship has shown them to be of German origin. Plain simple brass hilt with a rudimentary down turned quillon. Attractive eight-sided spherical pommel tops a spirally carved bone grip with moderate channels. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is quite stout and has a dark red and black patina. The guard has a pleasing mellow mustard patina. Grip shows great age with a few tight age cracks. (02-25196/BF). $2000-3000.

generally believed to be of German manufacture. Plain brass hilt with a rudimentary down turned quillon. Two branches join with the knuckle bow at about the mid-point. Bell shaped pommel with a single raised ridge. Vertically reeded carved bone grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is sound but shows evidence of sharpening and a few edge nicks. Hilt is solid and has an appealing patina. The grip’s wear and patina reflect its age and heavy use, but it remains functionally solid showing only expected drying fissures that are still tight. (02-25192/BF). $2000-3000.

4349.

CUTLASS. This early style cutlass style is of Dutch origins and may have been produced in one of the European colonies in the new world. It measures 28 3/8” overall with a 23 3/4” 2 fullered plain blade. The hand forged iron hilt has a upturned clamshell guard with lineal decoration, 1 piece bone grip and no scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a gray mottled patina and the hilt has an overall dark patina. Bone grip is complete with some minor staining. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24719/BF). $800-1200.

EARLY COLONIAL PERIOD

4350. GROUPING OF 10 U.S. MODEL 1816 SOCKET BAYONETS. The Model 1816 socket bayonets have unique features which set them apart from their predecessors including the T shaped mortice in the 3” socket & the ground face flute w/ its nominal length of 9”. On a large number of Model 1816 bayonets, the inspector’s initials accompany the “US” at the rear of the blade face. Bayonets were intended to be produced in groups of 2,400 each & utilized a letter for each 100 bayonets. This letter may or may not be present. No.1: 15 3/4” blade. 18 7/8” overall. Bright finished bayonet has 9” flute. Blade is marked on the rear face “US / SE”. Neck is marked on right side w/ tiny “A” & what appears to be a partial “H”. CONDITION: bayonet has been very lightly cleaned, but exhibits light wear, scattered small dents & small spots of oxidation. / No.2: 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Blade has 9” face flute. Blade is marked “U.S. / N.S.”. The “N.S.” may refer to the early noted gunmaker “Nathan Starr”. Neck is marked on right side “AH”. “20C” appears at the front end of the mortice. CONDITION: bayonet turning overall gray & patina w/ several spots of shallow pitting & shows average use. / No.3: 15 7/8” blade. 19 1/8” overall. Fluted blade face marked at rear “US / WL”. 6 appears at both ends of socket mortice. CONDITION: blade is turning gray & patina w/ areas of light oxidation. Shows normal wear. / No.4: 15 3/4”. 19” overall. Blade w/ fluted face is marked “US / SM / CO” indicating the inspector was Stillman Moore. Socket is marked on the right side “W 58”. CONDITION: bayonet has turned an overall gray w/ the beginning of patina on the socket & has normal wear. / No.5: 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked “US / CB”. CONDITION: blade is turning overall gray & patina w/ areas of light oxidation & normal wear. / No.6: 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked “US / EH”. Marked w/ “2” on right side of socket. CONDITION: bayonet has turned gray & patina w/ areas of oxidation & moderate pitting. Rear of socket has slightly raised edge & socket shows welding marks. / No.7: 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Blade w/ flute is marked at rear of face “L / US / JB / C / 10”. Socket is marked on the side “W / a”. CONDITION: bayonet has turned a pleasing light brown patina w/ less than normal wear. / No.8: 15 3/4” blade. 18 7/8” overall. Fluted blade marked at rear “US / JB”. CONDITION: face of blade has notable de-laminated area on face approximately 4 1/2” behind point & should be handled w/ care. Bayonet has turned an overall dark patina w/ overall oxidation & pitting throughout. / No.9: 15 7/8” blade. 19 1/8” overall. Fluted blade is marked at rear “US / WR”. CONDITION: well-worn bayonet has a dark patina & extensive pitting throughout. / No.10: 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked at rear “US / JB”. CONDITION: bayonet is a dark patina w/ extensive shallow pitting throughout w/ notable wear including the ends of socket. (02-24189/RW). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

4351. GROUPING OF 11 18TH CENTURY U.S. MILITARY BAYONETS.

No.1: U.S. Musket Model 1862 Hughes & Phillips Conversion Socket Bayonet. 18” blade. 21 3/8” overall. Full fluted blade is marked on top “US”. Socket is 1816 type w/o locking ring. CONDITION: bayonet has normal wear, turning gray & patina w/ areas of fine pitting throughout. / No.2: Model 1816 Bayonet. 15 3/4” blade. 18 3/4” overall. Fluted blade is marked “US / HB” on top rear. Socket has been modified by shortening to remove bridge & the mortice enlarged. CONDITION: bayonet turning gray & patina w/ oxidation, extensive wear & shallow pitting throughout. / No.3: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 7/8” blade. 19 1/8” overall. Fluted blade is marked at top rear “US / SC”. CONDITION: bayonet has seen hard service w/ wear, oxidation & pitting throughout. / No.4: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked “US / JR” at top rear & additionally marked “B”. Right side of socket marked “G / f” & “20”. CONDITION: bayonet has heavy wear w/ extensive oxidation & shallow pitting. Finish has been enhanced w/ cold blue. Socket has notable split at forward end of T mortice. / No.5: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked “US” at top rear & marked “8” on right side of socket. CONDITION: blade has been ground on both top edges & is slightly distorted. Metal has turned overall patina w/ oxidation. / No.6: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 1/2” blade. 18 5/8” overall. Fluted blade marked at rear “US / JA”. CONDITION: bayonet has turned gray & patina w/ normal wear & scattered spots of oxidation & fine pitting. / No.7: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked at top rear “US / SM”. CONDITION: bayonet has turned overall patina w/ wear & fine pitting. Tip has notable de-lamination for approximately 1”. / No.8: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked at top rear “W / US”. CONDITION: blade has been bent slightly upward. Bayonet has turned overall gray & patina w/ wear & areas of shallow pitting. / No.9: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 1/2” blade. 18 3/4” overall. Fluted blade is marked on top “U / US”. CONDITION: blade is heavily weathered w/ dark patina & extensive pitting throughout. / No.10: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked “US”. CONDITION: bayonet has been cleaned, showing wear & extensive pitting throughout. / No.11: Model 1816 Socket Bayonet. 15 3/4” blade. 19 1/8” overall. Fluted blade marked at rear “US / NM”. CONDITION: bayonet is in relic condition w/ heavy wear, oxidation & pitting w/ extensive loss of metal on the blade. (02-24190 & 02-24200/RW). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

4352. GROUPING OF 10 U.S. MODEL 1816 SOCKET BAYONETS. The Model 1816 socket bayonets have unique features which set them apart from their predecessors including the T shaped mortice in the 3” socket & the ground face flute w/ its nominal length of 9”. On a large number of Model 1816 bayonets, the inspector’s initials accompany the “US” at the rear of the blade face. Bayonets were intended to be produced in groups of 2,400 each & utilized a letter for each 100 bayonets. This letter may or may not be present. No.1: 15 3/4” blade. 18 7/8” overall. Fluted blade marked at rear “US / TA” & additionally marked w/ “L”. Socket is marked on right side “F / d 10”. CONDITION: bayonet is turning gray & patina w/ spots of oxidation & shallow pitting. / No.2: 15 1/2” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked on top rear “B / US”. CONDITION: bayonet has turned overall patina w/ normal wear & areas of shallow pitting. Notable dents at rear of socket. / No.3: 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked on top rear “A / US”. CONDITION: bayonet has turned a dark patina w/ wear, oxidation & shallow pitting throughout. / No.4: 16 1/8” blade. 19 3/8” overall. Fluted blade is marked on rear w/ partly obscured “US / J?”. Socket is marked “R / B” & “84” on right side. CONDITION: bayonet w/ moderate wear is turning patina. / No.5: 15 5/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked at rear “BB / A”. Socket is marked on right side “M / C” & “11”. CONDITION: well-worn bayonet has a very dark patina w/ notable oxidation & shallow pitting throughout. / No.6: 15 7/8” blade. 19 1/8” overall. Fluted blade is marked at rear “US / RJ”. CONDITION: bayonet has wear, extensive oxidation & shallow pitting w/ a dark patina. / No.7: 15 3/4” blade. 19 1/8” overall. Fluted blade is marked at rear “US / EC”. CONDITION: bayonet has dark patina w/ extensive wear & oxidation. Socket has 1” split at top forward end. Socket is distorted at right rear. / No.8: 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade marked at rear “US / JL” & “X”. CONDITION: bayonet has a dark patina w/ wear, oxidation & light pitting. Socket has a period welded repair at top w/ 1” crack & small missing chip. / No.9: 15 3/4” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade is marked at rear “US / AW”. CONDITION: bayonet has extensive wear, oxidation & deep pitting w/ notable loss of metal at edges. / No.10: 15 7/8” blade. 19” overall. Fluted blade marked at rear “US / EB”. CONDITION: well-worn bayonet turning gray & patina w/ shallow pitting throughout. Socket has notable tears & cracks w/ flattened appearance. (02-24191/RW). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

4354. GEORGE WASHINGTON COMMEMORATIVE PARASOL / UMBRELLA. A truly historical parasol or umbrella measuring about 40” in length with a carved / pressed horn handle bearing a profile bust of our first president, General George Washington. “GEORGE” appears above the bust and “WASHINGTON” below. The other side bears a stunning American eagle above 13 stars with the words “E PLURIBUS UNUM” over its head. The tip of the ribbed handle is finished in a floral motif. The tip of the shaft and the end near the handle are brass with all the stays being baleen. The cloth is blue silk with a three line white border. Given the form and style of this parasol it appears, from a decorative arts point of view, to be manufactured from the early 1800s to about 1835, possible for the Golden Jubilee of America in 1826 or Washington’s 100th birthday in 1832. CONDITION: the silk is very tattered, but this is likely the finest condition example extant. The handle decoration is easily discerned and very well done. There is a small crack in the handle commonly seen in early horn items. (02-25194/BF). $1000-2000.

4353. 18TH CENTURY US MILITIA CARTRIDGE BOX. A good solid example of an 18th century cartridge box measuring about 8 5/8’ x 3” x 5”. The reverse has dual 3” strap guides and evidence of a over-theshoulder strap that was sewn to the back. The pouch at the bottom is slightly over 1 1/2” deep. The securing thong is present but the end of the leather knot button on the box is missing. The interior has a 24 hole wooden block. CONDITION: box is quite sound with no major faults. Strap guides are unbroken. Block is complete. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24801/BF). $600-1200.

4356. FAKE CONFEDERATE DANCE NAVY REVOLVER.

108. Dance Navy revolvers are among the great rarities in Confederate handguns. There are as many as 15 original survivors documented ranging in serial number from 21-146. Fakes of this gun were written about in “Gun Digest” by Sam Smith as early as 1948. Fine examples are valued at over $100,000. One fake has sold for over $100,000. This gun is clever & there are only small variations between original. Revolver appears to be made totally from scratch. The gun is marked with S# 108 on most parts but in proper positions found on originals. Small “H” is also stamped on many parts. This revolver emulates originals with octagonal to round 6” barrel, & the famous Dance flat frame with no recoil shields. If you can’t have an original, here is an inexpensive space filler. CONDITION: very good overall, artificial aged, mechanically will not turn cylinder, rifled pitted bore. (01-26911/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4357. REPRODUCTION

CONFEDERATE LEECH & RIGDON OF MEMPHIS , TENNESSEE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. A high quality reproduction Confederate Foot officer’s sword originally produced by Leech & Rigdon of Memphis, Tennessee. The sword measures 38 5/8” overall and has a blade length of 32 1/8”. The plain blade has a single wide unstopped fuller and is unmarked. Brass hilt with pierced foliate decorated guard and a “CS” in oval on the inner top of the guard. Laurel leaves decorate the pommel. Wire wrapped leather grip. Iron bodied scabbard with brass mounts. The top mount is engraved “CORPORAL J. N. DAVIS SOUTH CAROLINA CULPEPPER’S BATTERY”. CONDITION: blade has a mottled gray patina with scattered light staining. Hit has a dark mustard patina and the grip shows little wear with no losses. The scabbard has a mottled patina on the iron and a rich mustard patina on the brass. (02-24818/BF). $400-600.

4358. REPRODUCTION CONFEDERATE LEECH & RIGDON OF MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. A high quality reproduction Confederate Foot officer’s sword originally produced by Leech & Rigdon of Memphis, Tennessee. The sword measures 39 1/4” overall and has a blade length of 32 1/4”. The plain blade has a single wide unstopped fuller and is unmarked. Brass hilt with pierced foliate decorated guard and a “CS” in oval on the inner top of the guard. Laurel leaves decorate the pommel. Wire wrapped leather grip. Iron bodied scabbard with brass mounts. CONDITION: blade has a mottled gray patina with scattered light staining. Hit has a dark mustard patina and the grip shows little wear with no losses. The scabbard has a mottled patina on the iron and a rich mustard patina on the brass. (02-24820/BF). $400-600.

4359. CONTEMPORARY COFFIN HANDLED BOWIE KNIFE. 15.5” overall, 10.5” clip point, full tang, well fit wood slab grips retained by 3 large pins. CONDITION: very good overall, old sharpening, staining and scattered rust. (02-23981/JS). NON-GUN. $200-300.

4360. REPRODUCTION AMES RIFLEMAN’S KNIFE. Made like the scarce 19th century originals, 12” spearpoint blade, maker marked and dated 1849, brass mounted leather sheath. CONDITION: very good. (0224483/JS). NON-GUN. $200-300.

4361. S. HAWKEN RETAILED SXS PERCUSSION SHOTGUN. Cal. 10

GA. S# 2571. Jacob and Samuel Hawken are renowned for their St. Louis based mfg. of large bore percussion rifles of the “Mountain Man” era. St. Louis as a gateway to the west, was the center of trade, not only for American made rifles and goods, but for large quantities of goods and firearms imported from Great Britain and Europe. A large part of the Hawkens brother’s business was retailing imported rifles and goods, in addition to mfg. their own rifles. The collapse of beaver prices signaled the end of the “Mountain Man” era, with the last rendezvous being held in 1840. The Hawken’s retail business continued after the death of Jacob in 1849, the guns were marked “S. Hawken St. Louis” rather than “J&S Hawken St, Louis”. In 1860 the shop was sold to a group of gunsmiths, including J.P. Gemmer, who continued to use the “S. Hawkens St. Louis” marking. Bbl. 37 3/4” twist steel with concave game rib. Rib is marked “London Fine Twist/ Imported By S. Hawken St. Louis” in a banner with scroll engraved borders. Breech end of bbl. has double German silver inlaid bands, with raised reinforcements in lower breech area. Brass bead front sight. Underside of bbl. has standard “ELG” Belgian proof marking. Unmarked trade locks have generous scroll engraving that continues to the top tang, buttplate peak, floorplate, and long tang trigger guard. The trigger guard has a raised oval engraved with a marsh scene and flying bird. Straight grip stock of fine European walnut, held by 2 wedges with checkering at the wrist. Stock features include a steel shotgun buttplate, German silver spring loaded circular engraved patchbox with circular iron cover, and a shield escutcheon inlaid in the toe line. Forend has ornate German silver wedge escutcheons with borderline engraving, and fancy finialed German silver thimble. Brass tipped hardwood ramrod, that appears to be replacement, as held by 2 plain iron pipes. LOP: 13 7/8”. DAC: 1 7/8”. DAH: 3 1/8”. Bore Diameter RT: .742, LT: .737. Bore Constriction RT: .015, LT: .022. Minimum Wall Thickness RT: .048, LT: .048. Weight: 8lbs. 14oz. CONDITION: bbls. retain over 70% lightly faded brown finish, showing small marks and spots of corrosion. Locks and fittings have faded to a mottled gray/ brown. Stock has light coat of added finish over moderate finish and checkering wear, showing scattered scratches and marks. Sound locks and triggers. Bores have a frosted appearance, with scattered light pitting. Right bbl. has a small dent 18 3/4” from the muzzle on the side. (01-26907/DS). ANTIQUE. $45,000-65,000.

4362. EXQUISITE FANCY ENGRAVED SILVER MOUNTED CONSTABLE PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE. Cal. 45. NSN. This one-of-a-kind exhibition quality rifle is among the finest American sporting rifles of the mid 19th century. 28” browned octagonal barrel has three position folding rear sight, inset German silver blade front sight. Engraving on patent breech includes a sea serpent and a perched bird. Engraved silver mounted throughout, the large four piece toolbox is beautifully engraved with spread wing eagle over a globe showing the Americas, toolbox lid is operated by pushing a wood panel on finally pierced and engraved toe plate. The large figural silver trigger guard terminates in either finial with a lion and a tiger with a panoply of arms on the trigger bow, double set triggers. Lock and hammer are engraved en suite, gold poncoin reeds: “CONSTABLE / PHILADELPHIA”. Rifle is mounted on fine tiger stripe checkered maple by two fire blue keys, silver escutcheons, silver nose cap and pipes, original threaded iron ramrod. CONDITION: gun is in very fine condition overall, 95%+ original brown with crisp, well-defined bore with areas of light pitting. Steel surfaces are all engraved, are gray/ silver patina overall. Stock is sound and well fit, repaired crack at wrist, small crack at toe. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (01-27178/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-30,000.

Kentucky rifle makers. He made long slender guns usually of good curly Maple…. His patch boxes are generally very beautiful and large. We have 24 of his guns to study… only six of his guns are signed… Frederick cell generally signed only his finest rifles..”. The smaller scale of this rifle lends one to believe it was made for a young manor boy. The 7 land & groove rifling is straight. With no twist and muzzle is chamfered to better seat ball. This wonderful rifle has all the characteristics of the best Sell guns as illustrated in Kindig. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 15 page chapter on Frederick Sell form Joe Kindig’s monumental 1960 text “THOUGHTS ON THE KENTUCKY RIFLE IN THE GOLDEN AGE”. CONDITION: fine overall, with some restoration. The commercial lock is in original flint configuration, barrel has been welded and re-drilled vent that is difficult to discern. Stock has restoration around lock mortise, and rear nail slot, 4 nail or keys are replaced but otherwise stock has superior surface and hand worn patina. Mechanics are functional, good straight rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (01-27175/JS). ANTIQUE. $15,000-25,000.

4364. ELEGANT CHRISTIAN BECK GOLDEN AGE FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 52. NSN. 56.5” overall, 41” octagonal barrel beautifully signed “C Beck” with fancy script and 4-pointed star between “C” & “Beck”, straight comb curly maple stock, elegant incised carved C-scrolls with his distinctive cross-hatching & 8-pointed silver hunter’s star inset on cheek piece, engraved 4-piece patch box, vacant oval silver thumb plate, unmarked hand forged flint lock, rebated tail, sculptured unsupported serpentine cock, roller frizzen, distinctive Lebanon school side plate & trigger guard, wood ramrod has attached threaded iron flange for worm. This is as fine an “as found” Christian Beck rifle you will find beautiful aesthetic throughout. [John] Christian Beck (1787-1863) was son of Lebanon school maker [John] Christian Beck (1750-1806) and nephew of Lebanon school maker John Philip Beck (1751-1811). Beck had quite an interesting history as gunmaker, farmer, soldier, Methodist exhorter [lay preacher], and finally wagon train master. All of this distinctive Lebanon school rifles were made 1807-1827 while in Jonestown, PA. After moving around Pennsylvania, then Maryland, then Viginia, and then the Midwest, fighting in the Blackhawk wars as an officer in the Hancock County Indiana militia, he became farmer and Methodist preacher in Illinois. He buried 2 wives and had 13 children born in the various places he lived in PA, MD, VA, and his last son Andrew Jackson Beck born 1831 in Fayette County, Indiana. In 1863 as son Andrew Jackson Beck was fighting at Vicksburg with 33rd Illinois, Beck was leading settlers to Oregon. “Beck was wagon master of a party of pioneers including the families of his son Joseph Beck, his daughter Margaret Beck Robertson and his daughter Elizabeth Conwell Beck Rice. They wanted to go to Oregon sooner but Elizabeth Stamm Beck feared the Mormons. He died en route on the Oregon Trail after consuming spoiled salmon, September 6, 1863. His death was a devastating blow to his Oregon Trail weary children who settled in Baker County [Oregon] and did not travel on to the end of the trail in Oregon City. Beck was buried along the Burnt River near Huntington [Baker County, Oregon]. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 2 KRA publications “Which Christian Beck Is It” by Van Pitman, parts 1 & 2, fall 2012 & Spring 2013, showing Christian Beck’s work and previous references. These scholarly articles show many examples of Beck’s signed guns with same distinctive furniture as this example. CONDITION: fine overall, complete & original throughout, finial on patch box slightly bent and raised, barrel & lock have dark smooth iron patina, brass has smooth light mustard patina, mechanics fine, clean clear smooth bore. Original ramrod protrudes 1.5” past muzzle. PROVENANCE: from a prominent collector. (01-28025/JS). ANTIQUE. $12,000-15,000.

4365. HIGH CONDITION DOUBLE FLINT FOWLER BY EDWARD WESTON OF LEWES, SUSSEX WITH LOCKS BY J. MORTIMER. Cal. 20 Ga. approx. 600 Bore Dia. S# NSN. Edward Weston was part of a gunmaking family in Southeast England from the late 1700’s. This good quality gun made around 1825 has 33” twist barrels engraved “EDWARD WESTON GUN-MAKER-LEWIS” on swamped game rib. Bottoms of barrels are stamped with London proofs. Breech plugs have gold bands at rear and platinum lined touch holes. Case hardened breech iron is nicely engraved. Locks, with chamfered plates having rebated tails are fitted with serpentine cocks, waterproof pans, bridled roller frizzens with rollers on feather springs which have trifid finials. Rear of plates and bodies of cocks are engraved with bird scenes. “J. MORTIMER” (probably John, working in London and Edinburgh 1809-1870) is under pans. Trigger plate has stylized pineapple finial and trigger guard is engraved with perched pheasant scene on bow. Stock, made of well figured European walnut, measures 15” over steel buttplate with dog and bird scene engraved long top tang. Square checkering is at grip and around forend. A vacant oval crest plate is at top of grip. Old ramrod, possibly original, with brass tip mounts through two plain pipes and steel thimble with pineapple finial. Stock attaches to barrels with captive sidebolt through oval silver escutcheons. MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter: L .603. R .598. Wall thickness: over .045 both barrels. STOCK: DAH: 2”. DAC: 1-1/4”. CAST: neutral. LOP: 15”. WEIGHT: 6 lb. 14 oz. CONDITION: very fine, original. Barrels retaining about 90% original brown with excellent definition to pattern. There is some staining evident at breech end of left barrel. Breech iron and locks retain over 70% of their original light brown case hardening color. There are traces of original blue on trigger plate and trigger guard. Some temper blue remains on feather springs. Stock retains most of what appears to be its original finish with marks and dings; one or two fairly deep on right side of butt. Checkering shows moderate wear. Bores are bright and shiny throughout. Locks are complete and crisp. Frizzens showing little wear. There is a tack repaired crack at top front of left lock and a 1/2” crack extending forward from front of right lock. This gun would most likely make a great shooter. The right lock has a broken flint but the left lock sparks exceptionally well. (0127224/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

under hammer; “in Wien” is on left. Steel trigger guard with deer scene on bow has carved horn grip extension. Both triggers are set. Half stock of crotch figured European walnut measures 13-3/4” over steel buttplate with long top tang; engraved with scroll and a dog scene. Steel patchbox with arrowhead finial is spring loaded. Cover is engraved with three stags in mountain meadow. Stock features swept shadow line cheekpiece and point pattern grip checkering. Stock attaches to barrel with sidebolt through oval silver escutcheons. Mahogany ramrod has brass tip and brass tail and mounts through two plain pipes and scroll engraved thimble. A broad sling loop is attached to rear pipe; sling loop is missing from toeline of stock but a large steel button is present. CONDITION: very fine. Barrels retaining nearly all of their very attractive grayish etched finish. Case hardening colors on other metal remains fine with only a few areas showing some silvering from normal hand wear. Bores are good; a bit dark as they appear to be purposely textured. Locks are crisp. Stock retains nearly all of its French polish finish with a fair scattering of marks and dings with one or two fairly heavy noted on right side of butt. A very presentable early offering from this prestigious firm. (01-26472/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

The lightly engraved trade lock is marked “LONDON / WARRANTED.” Double set triggers. Full length curly maple stock is held by 4 brass wedges. Brass fittings include a nose cap, sideplate, crescent buttplate, toe plate & finger curl trigger guard. Pierced & segmented rectangular lid patch box is lightly engraved. German silver ornamentation consist of a diamond wrist plate with an American Eagle & shield engraved on the oval cheekpiece inlay. The cheek piece & toe line have moulded lower edges with highlights of relief carving found between the cheekpiece & buttplate. Artificially striped hardwood ramrod held by a brass thimble and 2 octagon pipes. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: previous auction listing stating that this rifle was formerly of the Bill Reisner (former president of the KRA) Collection. CONDITION: metal finish has largely faded to a mottled brown showing scratches, marks, and small dents with pitting becoming heavy in the breech area. Lock is not cocking properly, triggers are not setting properly. Brass and German silver fittings have a mildly cleaned appearance. Stock is broken through the wrist area with added wood repairs around the lock and shows scattered scratches, dents, and marks. Dark lightly pitted bore retaining strong rifling. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27745/DS). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

lock, engraved silver hunter’s star and incised carved, 4-piece engraved and pierced patchbox. Rifle was deaccessed from the defunct Milton Hershey Museum of American Culture in Hershey, PA and still has the small branded museum inventory number on bottom of butt stock. Milton Hershey was among the earliest collectors of Kentuckys in the 1920s and his museum housed many of the rare Dauphin County rifles including this one. Rifle has 2018 KRA “President’s Display” medal. This is among the best John Ford rifles known as the few other survivors are not carved. John Ford (1780-1862) born in York, worked in Harrisburg, PA and was state armorer in 1818. CONDITION: very good as restored from percussion back to flint configuration. Stock has no restoration, hand worn patina. Mechanics fine, clear dark smooth bore. PROVENANCE: from a prominent collector. (01-28027/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-8,000.

Washington County, PA. He worked from 1835-1890, first in Pittsburg and later in Gastonville, PA. French side lug style percussion conversion. Engraved trade lock and hammer. Lock plate is marked “MIKE FINK”. Double set triggers, rear trigger has a 3/4” curl. Full length wedge fastened curly maple Roman nose cheekpiece stock. Right side has lightly engraved pierced and segmented rectangular lid brass patchbox. Additional brass fittings include finger curl trigger guard, sideplate, crescent buttplate, toeplate, and nose cap. Cheekpiece is adorned with a German silver oval with starburst engraving. Additional German silver ornamentation is an oval wrist plate. Ramrod channel of stock and left wrist have incised carved highlights. Replacement wire ramrod held by brass thimble and 2 pipes. Weight: 9lbs. 7.4oz. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: several pages of printed information from Wikipedia about the historical river boatman Mike Fink. Fink 1770/1780’s -1823 was born near present day Pittsburgh. He was known as the “King of the keelboaters” for his legendary exploits on the Ohio & Mississippi rivers. Also included is a notarized letter from the consignor about finding thid rifle and a pistol in his grandfather’s attic. CONDITION: bbl. has a faded brown appearance showing marks, small dents & spots of corrosion, with pitting becoming heavy in the breech area. Lock and hammer have a cleaned gray appearance showing spots of pitting. Hammer is chipped. Lock will not hold in full cock position. Trigger is not setting properly. Stock has worn appearance with numerous scratches, marks, and dents having cracks along the forearm channel with areas of missing wood in lock and top tang areas. All four wedges are crude iron replacements. Upper pierced portion of the brass patchbox is missing. Some patchbox screws are replacements. Dark pitted bore. (01-27182/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

choice of settlers heading west. Cal. 45. S# NSN. This attractive rifle has 31” browned octagon barrel with under rib. Barrel is fitted with one standing leaf rear and German silver blade front sights. Top flat is marked “KRIDER PHILAD.a”. Breech plug without blow out is inlayed with two silver lines. Breech iron is engraved with open scroll. Back spring percussion lock with flat faced hammer is also engraved with open foliate scroll. ‘KRIDER” is at center. Trigger is double set. Nicely figured American walnut half stock with German silver tip has “Kentucky” style sweep to toeline and Roman nose comb. Stock is German silver mounted and mounts are nicely scroll engraved matching lockplate. Trigger guard with rounded finial has flattened bow with tail ending in a scroll forming pistol grip. Crescent buttplate with heavy octagonal top tang has 4” return with pineapple type finial. On right side of butt is a very attractive patchbox with multi-pierced and well shaped sideplates and matching finial. A vacant oval is at top of grip. Stock also features small swept shadow line right hand cheekpiece and nicely cut grip checkering. Stock attaches to barrel with captive sidebolt through oval German silver escutcheons. Ebonized hickory ramrod with silver tip has steel tail with worm and mounts through two plain pipes and well shaped German silver thimble. CONDITION: very fine. Completely and competently refinished. Barrel and breech plug retaining nearly all of a purplish re-brown. Lock and breech iron have case hardening color replicated with heat. Stock has light oil refinish over what appears to be original finish with long repaired crack noted on right side of forearm and other scattered bumps and knocks. Checkering has not been re-cut. German silver lightly cleaned to bright. Bore is very fine; mostly shiny with some pitting toward muzzle. Mechanically fine. A very attractive rifle. (01-26487/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,250-4,500.

4382. KENTUCKY RIFLE STYLE PERCUSSION LONG FOWLER. Cal. 50. NSN. 62.5” overall, 47” octagonal to round smoothbore barrel, inset brass blade front sight, fixed inset rear sight. Brass furniture including engraved 2-piece patchbox and long engraved floor plate. Cheek piece has engraved 2.5” oval brass inset with central screw. Lock was originally flint, now well patinaed screwed through vent percussion bolster. Stock is maple, well worn, losing its striping. CONDITION: good to very good overall, iron patina, toned brass, stock is sound with few small inset repairs around lock. Lock functions, good clear bore. (01-27190/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

notch rear sight. Right side back action lock stamped “A. HARRINGTON”. Straight grip walnut stock w/ brass triggerguard, circular patch box, toeplate & crescent buttplate. Left side raised cheekpiece has brass squirrel. CONDITION: barrels have good brown finish showing areas of faded finish, & scattered marks; heavy cleaning pitting around nipples. Base ramrod pipe has hole near base around action. Wood has good varnish finish with numerous dings & marks; large crack extending from patch box to buttplate. Dark pitted bores. Lock appears mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0127740/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1200.

Hardwood ramrod missing tip. CONDITION: barrel has brown patina appearance with numerous spots of corrosion throughout. Wood has extra varnish showing large cracks, wood chips & dings throughout with repaired break through lock area of stock going through wrist, lock, & triggerguard; pieces of wood missing around action. Brass has aged patina. Dark pitted bore. Hammer has brazed repair to neck. Lock appears to be mechanically fair & will hold at full cock. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27748/MD). ANTIQUE. $800-1200.

sight missing elevator. “Warren Albany” marked lock; most likely Warren & Steele mfg. Dbl. set triggers. Half length walnut stock w/ left side cheekpiece, pewter nosecap & brass tipped hardwood ramrod held by 2 brass pipes. Brass furniture includes thimble, finger curl triggerguard, circular patch box, crescent buttplate, toeplate, & oval sideplate. German silver ornamentation includes wedge escutcheons, X on left side, heart & box on wrist, & fowl on cheekpiece. CONDITION: barrel & lock have brown/gray patina appearance with pitting around bolster, spots of corrosion, large gouge in lock, & numerous light marks. Balance of wood has good varnish with large cracks on sides of forearm, wood chips missing around lock & left side by buttplate peak, along with numerous dings & marks. Dark pitted bore. Hammer able to hold at full cock when set trigger is pressed while cocking. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27738/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,100.

moulded and some incised carving is at transition to rear section. Stocks are decorated with large areas of intricately filed steel lattice work of open scrolls with acanthus and floral highlights. These areas surround barrel tangs and trigger plates. They are also quite extensive as sideplates. Other flourishes of this decoration are found on both sides of grips and in front of trigger guards. Trigger guards and grip caps are also of steel and are beautifully relief carved with tapered flutes. Grip caps are especially well done with ridges carved between flutes. Greenheart ramrods with floral fluted steel tips mount through matching front pipes and thimbles. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of catalog page from Lewis Drake listing these pistols as “sold”. Handwritten notation below photos is $45,000. CONDITION: exceptionally fine. Pistols appear unfired. Iron and steel retain nearly all of their original bright polish; perhaps with some light cleaning many years ago. Stocks are very fine with nearly all of their original finish. Inlay remains mostly bright with perhaps with some repair of missing wood with epoxy in a few minor unobtrusive areas. Bores are bright and shiny. Locks not tested for functioning. (01-26935/MGM). ANTIQUE. $10,000-20,000.

4420. GERMANIC WHEELLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 54. S# NSN. The 15” octagon to tapered round barrel is stamped with a “P” and indecipherable mark on top flat breech end. Small wheellock with nicely filed dog and sliding pan cover is unmarked nor engraved. Dense blonde walnut stock with some fiddle figure is iron mounted with thin sheet trigger guard and heavy chamfered grip cap. Stock extends to muzzle with steel cap and is pinned to barrel. Oak ramrod with steel tip mounts through single plain pipe. CONDITION: good as refinished. Metal parts cleaned to silver gray with some scattered pin prick pitting. Stock with oil refinish shows repair at bottom of lock on right side and some subsequent marks. Bore is lightly pitted. Lock is complete; not tested for function. (01-26939/MGM). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4421. PERCUSSION BREECH LOADING LONG RANGE RAMPART RIFLE MADE IN LIEGE 1866. Cal. 70. S# NSN. This large breech loading percussion rifle has 39” tapered round barrel with eight groove Whitworth type rifling. Barrel is mounted with military type tangent rear sight with sliding ladder with ranges to 1300 meters. Barrel also has sleeved on front sight and clamped on rotating and pivoting spike for mounting in wall, gunwall or other support. Rear of barrel is dated 1866 on left side. Very large iron action is fitted with removable chamber block with percussion nipple. Top has ears installed to facilitate removal. Block slides forward with collar to make gas seal in rear of barrel. Block is held in battery by pivoting bolt at rear with spring loaded folding handle on right. Back spring percussion lock has large well shaped hammer. Stock of dense European walnut is iron mounted with large buttplate with rounded top tang and trigger guard with loop at rear forming grip. Nearly every part is stamped with an assembly mark of “M” in a circle. Lock is stamped “CC” “66” in a circle. “GV” in an oval is on barrel. Right side of stock is deeply stamped with circular cartouche embossed “MANFACT. D’ ARMES” “L.M. LIEGE 1866 L.H.”. Another cartouche appears to be an intertwined “LH”. Gun is accompanied by a walnut display rack with label reading “Wall Gun” “MFG: Pierre Joseph Malherbe Liege, Belgium 1866”. “Whitworth 15 Bore (.70 Caliber)”. One of the more interesting features about this rifle that makes this so desirable is that it was actually designed to fire explosive rounds. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: display stand and photocopies of images and information (18 pages). CONDITION: fine. Metal retaining remnants of original polish finish considerably stained to a speckled brown. Stock retains most of its original oil finish with some marks and stains. Bore is bright and shiny throughout. This big gun appears unfired. Lock is crisp; mechanically fine. (01-27832/MGM). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

stored in an arsenal in Peking until “liberated” by The Boxers (a group of indigenous Chinese who resented foreign influence). They supposedly used these guns as light artillery with three man teams to move and fire these large guns. Reportedly, the third man of the team that actually shouldered the weapon was invariably killed by the massive recoil generated. This is obviously lore as the 75 caliber barrel could not burn enough powder to create more recoil than the average large bore rifle such as the .577 or .600 nitro. Given the extreme weight of this gun (approx. 30 lbs.) recoil was probably quite mild. This gun has 68-1/2” tapered octagon to round barrel with 6” muzzle section transitioning to an eight sided flare. Rear of barrel is fitted with deep notch single standing leaf rear sight. Breech plug has large percussion bolster. Large back spring percussion lock has round bodied hammer. Brass mounted stock that extends to within 7” of muzzle with brass cap appears to be made of oak or some other ring porous wood and attaches to barrel with four brass bands. Other mounts consist of heavy buttplate and rough cast trigger guard. A sling loop is in front of trigger guard. CONDITION: good; partially refinished. Barrel and lock are an even brown patina. Stock is oil refinished and brass appears to be lightly cleaned. Bore is dark. Lock is good. (01-27808/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

retained by the 2 original brass sleeved bolts, iron butt plate. This survivor presents a rare and unique piece of American history, well patinaed and weathered, showing a long life at sea. This gun shot harpoons or more commonly “bomb lances” that exploded after penetration. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copies of pages by Norm Flayderman concerning whaling guns. CONDITION: fair to good overall, iron patina, butt stock loose, has later butt plate added for continued use, erosion & reductions to wood, hammer has welded repair for continued use, mechanics fine, good smooth bore. (01-26286/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

ramrod appears to be hand forged. CONDITION: metal has a faded brown appearance with pitting around the breech end of the bbl. as well as the frizzen & pan. The stock shows wear & handling marks having a poor fit around the lock & tang. Sound lock. Dark pitted bore. (01-26518/DS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

rounded finial. A crown is stamped on plate in front of cock and lock is fitted with sliding safety (slide tab broken). Stock extends to within 1-1/2” of muzzle with brass cap and has brass buttplate and trigger guard. Left side is fitted with “U” shaped bar with 2 saddle rings. Left side under saddle bar is stamped “IP”. “T” over “2” is on left side of butt. Original steel ramrod with large button head mounts through heavy brass pipe. Original bridle is missing. CONDITION: good. Metal with dark brown patina. Wood shows a vast number of marks, scratches and dings in its original finish. One barrel bolt is missing, as is bridle for ramrod. Bore appears to be good. Lock mechanically good with broken tab to safety. (01-27162/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

sliding safety. Lockplate forward of the hammer has a partially visible marking that also appears to be “PEARLMAN”. Curled plain trigger. Pin fastened full length walnut stock has relief carving behind the tang with tear drop points behind the lock and ornate pierced brass sideplate. The long tang brass buttplate and fancy finialed trigger have are lightly engraved. The ornate brass wrist plate has fancy finials. The trumpet tipped hardwood ramrod is held a brass thimble and 2 brass pipes. Weight 6 lbs. 10.8 ozs. CONDITION: metal has a brown appearance with areas of pitting. The stock show light wear with marks & dents having small cracks in the lock & sideplate areas. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27480/ DS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4427. ORNATE OTTOMAN FLINTLOCK CARBINE. Cal. 70. NSN. Bbl.. 23 1/2” with smooth bore & faceted breech section. Top of bbl has a wedge of scroll engraving with apparent stamped flowers around a bras inlay proof. Ornate German silver sight is mounted on the rear brass bbl. band. French style flintlock is lightly engraved with a crown forward of the cock. Plain trigger. Full length stock has full coverage brass sheeting with a deeply curved wrist & butt section leading to a curved butt. The brass sheeting has generous coverage of foliate scroll engraving and is tack fastened. Left isde has a swivel fastened brass chain. Right side features a mesh circular emblem near the butt. An ornate star shaped ornament holding 3 chains with small metal tags is found forward of the lock. Trumpet tipped iron ramrod. Weight. 5 lbs. 15.6 ozs. CONDITION: Metal has a gray appearance. The brass sheeting shows a mild patina with some separation around the butt. The lock has extremely stiff spring tension and will not hold in full cock position. Dark pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27543/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250

4428. BRITISH BRASS BARREL WILLMORE FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS. Cal. 1.25” at muzzle. NSN. Overall length 27.5”. Flared 12” brass barrel with “R.H.” & 2 Birmingham proofs. “WILLMORE” marked rebated lock w/ light engraving. Walnut stock w/ button tipped ramrod, sling swivels, brass buttplate & pineapple finial triggerguard. CONDITION: brass shows mustard patina with marks & deep dent to ramrod pipe. Metal has pitted brown patina. Stock has large inlet hole from previous swivel, scattered cracks & chips, large pieces missing from left side tip & right side buttplate peak. Smoothbore shows oxidation. Lock mechanically weak. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27478/MD). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

overall, iron patina, breech tang cleaned, good markings, good mechanics, clean smooth bore. (01-26509/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,5002,000.

4430. VERY FINE CASED PAIR OF DOUBLE BARREL FLINTLOCK GREAT COAT PISTOLS BY LACY & CO. Cal. 62. S# NSN. Lacy & Co was working at Fenchurch Street London from 182229 where these fairly late flintlock pistols were made. They have 6-1/4” twist barrels engraved “LACY & Co LONDON” on top ribs. Inset patent breeches are fitted with platinum touch holes and platinum lines at rears. Breech irons are engraved with feather bursts and scrolls. Case hardened locks with rounded flat plates feature serpentine cocks with safetys that engage at half cock, fully developed waterproof pans, bridled roller frizzens with large rollers on feather spring that have bulbous finials with teats. Locks are engraved with geometric borders and some floral scroll. Lacy & Co is under each pan. Blued double triggers are in case hardened trigger plates with stylized pineapple finials. Steel trigger guards are engraved with arms and music books on bows. European walnut stocks with checkered fishtail grips attach to barrels with side bolts through oval silver escutcheons. Vacant silver crest plates are at tops of grips and ebony ramrods with horn tips and brass tails (worms under caps) mount through thimbles with engraved shell finials. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original mahogany case with circular “D” ring handle and pivoting hook closure. Interior is lined in green cloth. Bottom compartment holds pistols and what appear to be original accessories including an unmarked steel nutcracker bullet mould of correct caliber, very fine unmarked powder flask with intertwined serpent body, rosewood, brass and ebony loading rod and the original key to lock. Two covered compartments with turned bone knobs hold some balls, flints and a cleaning jag. Also included is the invoice from James D. Julia Auction dated 3/11/2014 listing purchase price of $26,450.00. CONDITION: extremely fine; with one pistol somewhat better than the other. They both retain over 95% original barrel brown. Locks retain nearly all their case hardening color with lots of original temper blue remaining on feather springs. The left lock of one pistol shows considerable cleaning with only about 40% color remaining as well as some residual pin prick pitting. Trigger guards of both pistols show loss of finish at grips. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with a few light marks. The pistol with the better case hardening color has some marks that are a bit heavy on bottom. Bores are bright and shiny; mechanically fine. The tip of one frizzen is chipped off, otherwise locks are complete without any noted repairs. Mechanically fine. Case shows old re-finish with repaired cracks at front and rear of top. Most likely renewed interior cloth is good. Accessories are good to fine. One compartment cover has been repaired. (01-27981/MGM). ANTIQUE. $10,000-15,000.

4431. CASED PAIR OF H.W. MORTIMER FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS. Cal. 65. S# NSN. The 10” octagon barrels made of watered iron are engraved “H.W. MORTIMER LONDON” “GUN-MAKER to his MAJESTY” on top flats. Steel ramrods with button heads are attached by steel bridles. Breech iron with integral “U” notch rear sight is engraved with some scroll. Locks with flat plates are fitted with French cocks with sliding safetys, semi-waterproof pans, bridled frizzens with small rollers on feather springs. Locks are engraved with feather borders and some scroll. “H.W. MORTIMER” is in front of cock and “89 FLEET St.” is behind. Steel trigger guards engraved with arms and drums on bow have stylized pineapple finials. European walnut stocks extend to within and 1” of muzzles and attach to barrels with two captive side bolts without escutcheons. Stocks have checkered bag grips and oval silver crest plates at tops of grips engraved with lion heads rampant. Ramrods mount through beaded mid pipes and matching thimbles. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in quartered oak case with brass circle on top and pendular hook and key lock closure. Interior is lined with pilled green cloth and a Mortimer paper label has been cut through cloth into lid. Case contains a steel nutcracker mould for 56 caliber ball, a brass bodied combination powder, ball and patch flask that is unmarked, a rosewood handle turn screw and a brass and rosewood cleaning/loading rod. Two covered compartments with brass knobs hold a tin container, some patches and a key that does operate lock. CONDITION: very good to fine as partially refinished. Barrels retaining most of their original brown which shows off pattern well. Locks retain most of their soft case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their original finish with a good scattering of marks. It appears that ramrods and trigger guards have been re-blued. Bores are relatively bright with some scattered pitting. Locks are fairly crisp with working safetys and all original parts. Exterior of case shows added oil with many marks. Interior cloth is good. Label a possible replacement is foxed. Accessories are good. (0127983/MGM). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

VERY GOOD “AS FOUND” CASED PAIR OF SAW HANDLE FLINTLOCK DUELLING/HOLSTER

S# NSN. This fine quality pair of pistols were probably made between 1805-1810. They have 10” slightly swamped octagon twist barrels with under ribs that are engraved “Gunmaker to his Majesty” on top flats. Inset patent breeches with platinum lined touch holes have gold bands at rears behind large gold crowned poincon marked “W. PARKER” “HOLBORN” “LONDON”. Breech irons have integral filed “U” notch rear sights and are feather engraved. Locks with flat plates are fitted with serpentine cocks with back sliding safetys, deeply filed waterproof pans, bridled roller frizzens and feather springs with bulbous finials with small teats. Lockplates and cocks are engraved with feather borders and have some floral scroll. “W. PARKER” is at the center of each lockplate. Triggers are set. Spurred trigger guards are engraved with stand of arms on bows and have stylized pineapple finials. Saw handled stocks of dense root European walnut with checkered and flared grips are deeply grooved at tops of handles to aid in sighting. Flat case hardened grip caps are engraved with feather borders. Vacant silver rectangular crest plates are on side panels. Forend tips are silver. Stocks attach to barrels with captive side bolts through rectangular silver escutcheons. Ebony ramrods with brass tips have brass tails (worms under caps) and mount through plain pipes and nicely filed thimbles. UNTTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in their original mahogany case with small “D” ring handle on top and duel pivoting hook closure. Interior is lined in green cloth and the remnants of an original Parker label is in lid. Case contains a greenheart brass and ebony loading/cleaning rod, three compartment ball, powder and patch flask with red Morocco cover, nutcracker type ball mould marked “26” and a steel barrel wrench for some other gun. Two covered compartments with brass knobs hold old flints and misc. bits. CONDITION: fine original “as found” showing a large amount of original finish on all parts but with considerable spotting and staining from poor storage. Barrels retain most of their original finish considerably stained and lightly pitted. A large amount of original case color remains on patent breeches and locks which also show speckling and probable associated light pitting. Most bright blue remains on triggers. Trigger guards retain nearly 80% of their bright blue. Stocks retain nearly all of their original finish with some scattered marks some quite heavy on one pistol. Silver is deeply tarnished. Bores are considerably rusted. One pistol is complete; the other has a broken feather spring (piece in case) and replaced lock screw. This pistol also has some deep marks in wood at bottom of lock; probably from attempts at lock removal. Set triggers work. Locks are crisp; safetys gummed. Case retains nearly all of its original finish with some marks and rubs. Interior cloth shows some insect damage and fading. Label shows considerable insect damage and has tattered appearance. Partitions are good. Accessories appear original and are good. This attractive pair of pistols could profit from a judicious and sympathetic cleaning. (01-27974/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-10,000.

4432.

PISTOLS BY W. PARKER. Cal. 58.

Fleet Street address on bow and have pineapple finials. Bottoms of grips are inlet with oval steel escutcheons; engraved with rope borders. Stocks attach to barrels with two captive side bolts without escutcheons. The most interesting and unusual feature of these guns are the belt hooks mounted on left sides which give credence to the fact that most all pistols of this type were not used for duelling except in rare occasions. Most of the time they were used as holster pistols for gentlemen traveling on horseback. It appears that this pair could also be used when the gentleman was walking about; perhaps with business in a pub. Greenheart ramrods with horn tips and steel worm tails mount through beaded pipes and matching thimbles. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of email correspondence between seller and wife of owner listing a purchase price of $11,500. CONDITION: good as refinished. Barrels retaining about 90% re-brown with good definition to pattern; all other steel and iron parts cleaned to silver gray. Stocks retain nearly all of a glossy oil finish over a fair number of scattered marks and with a few subsequent marks. Checkering somewhat worn and filled with oil. Bores are good with considerable pitting toward muzzles. Locks are good and complete without noted repairs. Triggers do set. Described and pictured on pages 174-175 of “The Mortimer Gunmakers 1753-1923” by H. Lee Munson. (01-26964/MGM).

plates are found on all of the weapons made for Thomas Gage and displayed in Shirburn Castle. Hickory ramrods with flat brass tips mount through early type multi-beaded pipes and no thimbles. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Morphy’s Auction catalog dated December 10, 2024 where a Delaney carbine and pistol from the same collection were sold. CONDITION: fine as cleaned and maintained where displayed since 1716. Barrels and locks with cleaning to silver gray over some very light pitting. Stocks with old oil refinish with many subsequent marks are sound. Brass shows cleaning and polishing over the years with engraving on crest plates somewhat rubbed. Bores are fine; lightly frosted. Mechanically good; without noted replacement parts. (01-27875/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

and in front of breech. Tip down breech action has split trigger guard front portion being the push forward barrel latch. Front part of lock is attached to removable breech area. Back spring lock with chamfered plate is fitted with serpentine cock, inset faceted pan, unbridled friction frizzen and well filed feather spring with foliate finial. Back portion of lock is engraved with what appears to be a mermaid holding a shield inscribed with the maker’s name “IC” “Peter” (working in Karlsbad Bohemia Ca. 1700-38). Neck of cock is raised carved with sea monsters head having scrolls emanating from its mouth. European walnut stock with large knobbed grip has steel grip cap with long side spurs adorned with a grotesque face at tip. Sideplate has single piercing and appears to be decorated with an animal’s head and some foliate scrolls. Raised mouldings surround major parts which are accented by relief carved scrolls behind barrel tang and in front of hinge on fore part. Front portion of stock extends to muzzle and is pinned to barrel. Old walnut ramrod with horn tip mounts through single faceted pipe with matching thimble which is engraved “23”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of online auction listing of this gun with handwritten notation $9,234. CONDITION: good as refinished. All metal cleaned to pewter gray with some scattered pin prick pitting. Trigger guard tang shows a repair. Stock refinished with oil has some subsequent marks. Carving is somewhat softened. Bore is fair; dark in grooves. Mechanically good. (01-26941/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.

4436. ATTRACTIVE PAIR OF BECKWITH FLINTLOCK BRONZE FRAME SCREW BARREL FOLDING TRIGGER POCKET PISTOLS IN ORIGINAL CASKET TYPE CASE WITH ACCESSORIES. Cal. 45. S# NSN. William Beckwith was working in London between 1801-67. These well made pistols from his early years have 1-1/2” screw off steel smooth bore barrels. Rounded bronze frames are fitted with tall waterproof pans, folding triggers and steel reinforced cocks with sliding safetys that lock frizzens in lowered position. Frames are engraved with nicely cut large shaded scroll. “Beckwith” is engraved on left sides and “London” on rights. Barrels and frames are stamped with Birmingham proofs. Checkered walnut grips with flared butts have inlet silver ovals on bottoms and tops. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: these attractive pistols are housed in brass trimmed rosewood veneered casket with flush mounted folding handle on top. Interior is lined in scarlet velvet. Bottom compartment is nicely divided to house pair of pistols sitting upright surrounded by an array of original accessories including: steel combination bullet mold and rammer, barrel wrench and some lead balls. Bone accented accessories include brass oil bottle, small pricker, turn screw, cleaning rod and patchbox. CONDITION: very good. Iron and steel parts are smooth gray. Bronze frames are nicely toned. Stocks are good with some handling marks. Bores are good. Mechanically fine. Case is fine retaining a good deal of its original French polish finish. Brass trim shows wear with toning through its original finish. Floral shaped key escutcheon is missing. Interior cloth is good to fine with compressions and soiling commensurate with condition of pistols. Accessories are generally very good to fine. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis (01-27505/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-6,000.

4437. CASED PAIR OF HIGH QUALITY ENGLISH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S OR GENTLEMAN’S PISTOLS, CIRCA 1815. Cal. 65. S# 1384. 14” overall, 8” tapered round blued barrels engraved “STAUDENMAYER LONDON”, case hardened engraved patent breeches with integral rear sights, platinum touch holes, captured bridled steel ramrods, lightly engraved chamfered locks maker marked “STAUDENMAYER LONDON”, bridled frizzens, waterproof pans, sliding safety’s, flat engraved serpentine cocks, engraved steel trigger guards, checkered walnut full stocks with bag grips. Pistols housed in green baize lined compartmented mahogany casing containing 3-compartment figural powder flask, 16 bore single cavity ball mold, rosewood/ebony brass tipped loading rod, horn bottle, ebony handled screwdriver, patches and balls. Samuel Henry Staudenmayer (1767-1825) born in Württemberg, Germany, immigrated to England and worked for John Manton till starting his own business, active for 25 years and was chartered gunmaker to the Duke of York 1802, and Prince of Wales 1814. British archives have Prince of Wales, later King George IV bill paid in 1799 to Samuel Staudenmayer for a double barreled pistol with gold bands. CONDITION: very good overall. Locks and breeches retain muted dark case colors, one cock has old, welded crack repair. Stocks are sound with hand worn patina. Barrels and trigger guards have light pitting and old worn reblued finish. Mechanics are crisp, dark smooth dirty bores. Casing is solid, chipped & scuffed, lock not functional, accessories are fair to good. (01-26287/JS). ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

4438. MAHOGANY SIVERWARE CASE. Silverware case constructed of mahogany. Lid features an unsigned inlaid shield escutcheon. Interior features a blue fabric lining on the body and tray. Upper right side block on interior of tray is absent. CONDITION: exterior shows scattered marks from handling and storage. Interior is good with light wear.

4439. PAIR OF SILVER MOUNTED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS BY SMITH OF BIRMINGHAM CIRCA 1781. Cal. 50. S# NSN. The 9-1/8” half octagon half round barrels have fancy wedding band transitions along with brass bead front sights and Birmingham proofs on left rear flats. Touch holes are unlined. Locks with chamfered plates having relieved tails are fitted with serpentine cocks having back sliding safeties, semi-waterproof pans, bridled roller frizzens with large rollers on feather springs with small beaded finials. Locks are engraved with geometric borders and “Smith” (one of many gunmaker’s called Smith in either London or Birmingham at the time these pistols were made) is under pans. Stocks of dense European walnut extend to muzzles and attach to barrels with two captive side bolts without escutcheons. Furniture is of silver. Grip caps and trigger guards are hallmarked for Birmingham, Sterling, date stamp “I” (1781-82) with maker’s mark “CF” (Charles Freeth). Trigger guards have shell finials. Buttcaps are quite fancy with lion and castle as central motif. Sideplates are multi pierced with vine engraving and vacant crest plates are of vase form with floral finials. There is inlaid silver wire scroll around and behind barrel tangs. Greenheart ramrods with bone tips and steel worm tails mount through beaded silver pipes and matching thimbles. CONDITION: good. Steel and iron parts are polished and cleaned to silver gray with some scattered pitting. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish with a number of previous and subsequent marks. Silver is good; rubbed, presently cleaned. Bores are lightly pitted. Locks are good and complete without noted restorations. Wood is also very good with only a minor stress crack at the front of one lock and some minor old chipping behind barrel tang of same pistol. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27497/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-4,500.

show considerable wear but is sound. Silver is somewhat rubbed. Bores are dark; lightly pitted. Mechanically good without noted repairs or replaced parts. Trigger guard finial on one pistol broken off. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0127547/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-4,000.

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at muzzles. Bores are good; lightly pitted. Locks are good. One feather spring is missing its finial. Both pistols are reconverted from percussion to flint. The quality of this work is beyond reproach and nearly undetectable. The most obvious clue being the absence of pitting in pan and barrel flat around touch hole. Further, no flint strikes are evident on frizzens. Close inspection of cocks when removed shows some casting skin. A very presentable pair of pre-revolutionary war pistols by an esteemed maker. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27509/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

top of grip with helmet is not engraved and multi-pierced sideplate is in the form of flowing acanthus and arms. Steel trigger guard has acorn finial. Hickory ramrod with flat steel tip mounts through beaded steel pipe and matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Iron parts cleaned to silver gray with some staining noted on barrel along with overall pin prick pitting. Silver is good, lightly rubbed. Stock is fine; showing considerable wear and possible old oil refinish with many minor marks and dings. Carving remains very fine. Bore is very good. Mechanically fine. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27562/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4443. ATTRACTIVE PAIR OF BRITISH FLINTLOCK OVERCOAT PISTOLS, BY CLARK. Cal. 56. NSN. Bbls. 2 1/2”. Pair of flintlock overcoat pistols produced by Clark of London, England. Lockplates are marked “CLARK” and feature light foliate engraving within single line borders that extend to the side of the hammers and onto the bbl. tangs. Top flat of the octagonal damascus bbls. are marked “LONDON” followed by a lightly engraved “WM 2874” on 1 pistol and “WM 2875” on the other. Fixed blade front sights with integral V-notch rear sights. Wood rnd. butt single wedge fastened stocks feature 3 panel checkering and an inlaid silver octagonal escutcheon at the wrists. Pineapple finial trigger guards feature foliate engraving, each with the “Union Jack” within an oval at the center of the bow. Pinned horn tipped hardwood ramrods are retained with a single slotted thimble. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a gray patina with some spots of light surface oxidation. 1 lockplate appears to retain traces of original bluing beneath the flash pan. Damascus bbls. show fading, with light to mild surface oxidation overall. Stocks show scattered superficial marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remain sturdy and serviceable. Silver escutcheons have acquired a tarnished gray appearance. Locks hold at half and full cock, and function appropriately when cycled by hand. An attractive pair of British flintlock overcoat pistols by Clark. (01-26950/MLW). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4444. PAIR OF BOXLOCK FLINT POCKET PISTOLS WITH TURN OFF BARRELS BY P. BOND IN FANTASY CASING WITH SPEAR POINT KNIFE. Cal. 52. S# NSN. This pair of pistols have 3” twist steel turn off barrels. Boxlock action features reinforced cock, frizzen with external spring and top safety that engages at half cock and locks frizzen in closed position. Left sides are engraved “P. BOND” within a field of arms and flags. Right sides are engraved with Bond’s No 45 Cornhill London address (1805-16). Dark walnut flat sided bag grips are uncheckered. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: pistols are housed in a old cutlery type case of rosewood with brass trim. Interior is lined in green cloth and French fitted for pistols and a spear point English knife marked “EVANS” “18 OLD FISH ST” “LONDON”. Knife has German silver guard with white bone handle and original scabbard. CONDITION: good. Metal cleaned to grayish brown over considerable light pitting. Wood has numerous marks in its original finish. Bores are dark and pitted. Mechanically complete and operable. Barrels are tight need wrench to remove. Case is good with original old finish. Interior cloth is good. Knife shows cleaning of blade. Leather of scabbard chipped. Handle very fine. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27448/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 25 bore (approx. 57 cal). NSN. 14” overall, 8.75” octagonal to round barrel marked “LONDON” on top flat with commercial proofs on left side of breech. Brass “Ketland & Co” lock, flat engraved serpentine unsupported cock, unbridled frizzen, frizzen spring terminates to bulbous finial with teat. Walnut stock is brass mounted vacant oval thumb plate pinned to barrel. These early trade guns are rarely found with brass barrels and brass locks. CONDITION: very good overall, complete and original, except probable replaced rod ramrod. Old polished brass has light mustard patina. Iron is mostly gray patina, Stock is sound, with old refinish Mechanically fine, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: consignor purchased from Glen Mattox. (01-26516/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,800-2,400.

Cal. 60. NSN. 15” overall, 9” tapered patent octagonal barrel, iron furniture, lock marked “OATES”, serpentine unsupported cock, sliding safety, bag grip walnut stock, engraved trigger guard terminates in pineapple finial, vacant silver shield shaped thumb plate, horn tipped ramrod. CONDITION: good overall, complete & original, metal is overall gray iron patina with pitting. Mechanics

4447. PAIR OF CONTINENTAL O/U FLINTLOCK PISTOLS WITH TURN OFF BARRELS. Cal. 45 (Both). S# 16 (Both). These well made pistols are not proofed or maker marked so they are probably French or German. They have 3-1/4” rifled turn off barrels. Boxlock actions have dual rotating flash pans with operation levers on left sides. Actions feature frizzens with external springs, reinforced cocks and sliding safetys on top tangs that lock frizzens in closed position when at half cock. Actions are engraved with flags and drums on each side. Bottom action tangs are each engraved with S# “16”. European walnut bag grips have raised ovals on each side which have silver wire inlay; more inlay is on side panels and behind action tangs. Backs of grips are nicely checkered. CONDITION: fine. It appears that these pistols were originally finished in bright polish and most of that finish remains; most likely with some later careful re-polishing. A good amount of original temper blue is found on top jaws. Grips retain nearly all of their original finish and wire inlay remains good. Bores are good; lightly pitted. Pistols function well except safety on one pistol will not engage unless the cock is adjusted. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27545/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

& lock have gray appearance showing general light pitting. Brass fitting show cleaning with handling marks & dark spotting. Moderately worn wood finish shows numerous scratches, marks & small dents. Sound lock. Good bore shows some very light pitting. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27421/DS).

faceted brass pipe. CONDITION: metal has a cleaned appearance showing some very light pitting. Cleaned brass fitting are reacquiring a mild patina. Stock has added finish over handling marks with a large added wood repair on the right side above the butt cap. Right side of stock is cracked between the lock & trigger plate. Sound lock. Dark lightly pitted bore.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27519/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

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4450. BRITISH O/U FLINTLOCK PISTOL, BY DUTTON. Cal. 45. NSN. Bbls. 2 7/8”. Right side of the frame is marked “LONDON” within an oval enclosed by a panoply of arms, which is repeated on the left sideplate, with “DUTTON” within an oval. Underside of breech area on frame is stamped with British Crown/P and Crown/V proofing. Brass frame with iron lock assembly, trigger, trigger guard bow, and bbls. Iron lever on left side exposes the touch hole when flipped downward. 1-piece plain wood stock has been sanded and refinished at one time. CONDITION: brass frame has been heavily cleaned, with engraving having notably weakened. Upper frame tang screw is a modern replacement. Iron parts have been heavily cleaned, showing scattered spots of dark pitting overall. Lock holds and half and full cock, with stiff trigger function. Stock is good, showing some remnants of its previous checkering. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27438/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4453. ARCHER BRITISH BRASS BARRELED SILVER MOUNTED FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 60. NSN. Bbl.8” of brass with smooth bore. Left side has Birmingham proof & view marks. “ARCHER” marked iron lock has a manual safety & border line engraving. Breech end of bbl. & iron tang have simple border & floral engraving. Pin fastened walnut stock has floral relief carving around the top tang. Silver fittings consist of pierced & engraved side plate, acorn finial long tang trigger guard, wrist plate & grotesque mask butt cap. Faceted silver thimble & a single faceted silver pipe hold the button tipped iron ramrod. Bbl. & trigger guard tang have Birmingham proofs dated 1875. CONDITION: Iron lock & fittings have a gray appearance with some very light pitting. Brass bbl. has a cleaned look with an area of darker tarnish. Silver fitting have a acquired a mild patina. The stock shows handling marks with chips along the bbl. channel & above lock having a repaired break thru the wrist. Sound lock. Frizzen screw is short being broken at bottom. Lightly pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27561/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,0001,500.

Cal. 62. NSN. Bbl. 8” round with 2 faceted transitions & a smooth bore. Semi circular blade front sight. Left side has London proof & view marks. Border line engraved lock is marked “BARBAR”. Pin fastened iron fitting include top tang, flared butt cap & fancy finial long tang trigger guard. White tipped hardwood ramrod is held by a feceted iron thimble & a single faceted pipe. Silver ornamentation consists of an ornate floral ornamented pierced sideplate and a grotesque mask on the butt cap. CONDITON: metal has a cleaned gray appearance showing light pitting. Stock shows small dents & handling marks. Lock is sound with stiff trigger pull. Lightly pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27553/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1.500.

Cal. 577. NSN. Bbl. 7 7/8” round of brass with a flared muzzle. Top flat is engraved “LONDON”. Left side has 2 British proofs. Iron lock is marked with makers name. Plain trigger. Lock & tang along with brass butt cap, trigger guard & side plate have straight line borders with small floral highlights. Pin fastened round butt walnut stock with oval silver plate at the wrist. Left ear is stamped “WK”. Hardwood ramrod is held a faceted brass thimble and single faceted brass pipe. CONDITION: lightly cleaned bbl. & brass fitting show small dents and are reacquiring a pleasing mild patina. Lock & tang have a gray appearance with spotted light corrosion. Refinished stock shows some remaining handling marks. Sound lock. Dark lightly pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27415/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4456. ORNATE BRITISH BRASS BARREL SILVER TRIMMED FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 65. NSN. Bbl. brass, 8” round with tapered octagon breech section. Top flat has an illegible makers name followed by “LONDON” address. Left flat has London proof & view marks. Unmarked iron lock, top tang & breech end of bbl. have engraved highlights. Curled plain trigger. Pin fastened walnut stock with relief carved ornate silver fittings. Pierced silver sideplate has floral pattern ornamentation. Long tang silver trigger guard features a floral finial with floral engraving on the bow. Engraved silver buttcap features a rearing lion. Floral carved silver wrist plate is engraved with initials that may be “JJ”. Horn tipped hardwood ramrod is held by a faceted silver thimble & single faceted silver pipe. CONDITION: brass bbl. shows cleaning with weakened markings. Iron parts have a gray appearance showing handling marks. Silver fitting show some handling marks with a mild dark tarnish in protected areas. The stock shows wear with cracks & chips in the lock, sideplate & butt cap areas. Sound lock. Dark lightly pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27550/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4457. FRENCH MAGUIN FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 58. NSN. Bbl. 8 1/4”. Flintlock pistol produced by the Maguin family of French gunsmiths in the 19th century. Lockplate is marked “Maguin” in script. Top of the bbl. is marked with a brass crown over “PAV/ MAS” and features a band and light engraving towards the center. Full length wood stock features relief foliate carving around the bbl. tang and thimble, with relief carving following the contour of the trigger guard and finial. Iron sideplate, butt cap, trigger guard, thimble, and pipe. CONDITION: metal components exhibit a bright cleaned appearance, showing scattered spots of light surface oxidation and age related discoloration. Action holds at half and full cock, with the trigger also releasing the hammer at half cock. Stock shows scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, with chips and cracks present on the wrist and around the butt cap / trigger guard areas. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27529/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4459. O/U FLINTLOCK SCREW BARREL PISTOL IN EVANS & WORMULL, LONDON CASE. Cal.

44. NSN. Bbls. 3 1/2” round with smooth bores. Lightly engraved boxlock action with center mounted hammer & sliding top tang safety. Plain single trigger fires both bbls with a single pull. Round butt ivory grip. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: mahogany case with oval escutcheons & brass hooks. Green cloth fitted interior. Rear case panel has a white label marked “EVANS & WORMULL 31 STAMFORD ST LONDON”. Case contains; powder flask with fluted ivory body. Ivory handled ramrod & 3 tin cap or ball boxes. CONDITION: bbls are gray showing some staining. Action shows general very light pitting. Ivory grip shows small spots of age related checking. Sound lock. Lightly pitted bores. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01/27507/DS). $800-1,200.

4460. CD TANNER PILLOCK PERCUSSION PISTOL. Cal. 7mm.

S# 1206. Bbl. 5” smoothbore. Blade front sight. V-notch rear sight. German made pillock percussion pocket pistol. Bbl. marked “CD Tanner in Hannover” & with crown “V” proof. Action has floral engraving. Checkered walnut grip assembly. CONDITION: grips show an older added finish with some dings, checkering wear & handling marks. Metal has a silvery gray appearance with some oxidation & dings. Action is sluggish but appears functional when hand cycled. Bore shows scattered pitting & oxidation. (01-28012/MJC). ANTIQUE. $800-1200.

Cal. 62, NSN. Bbl. 9” oct to round with faceted transition & small blade front sight. Top flat is marked “LONDON”. Left flat is stamped “TK” between 2 London proofs. Iron lock is marked “KETLAND / &CO “. Plain trigger. Lock, tang & brass sideplate escutcheon have straight line border engraving with simple floral highlights on the tang. Pin fastened round butt walnut stock. Acorn finial long tang brass trigger guard. Button tipped iron ramrod is held by a faceted brass thimble & single faceted brass pipe. CONDITION: metal has a gray appearance showing light pitting with a series of dents along the top of the bbl. Brass fitting have dark largely uncleaned appearance. Sanded & refinished stock. Sound lock. Dark lightly pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27422/DS). ANTIQUE. $600-900.

4462. FINE PAIR OF JOHN MURDOCH ALL METAL SMALL SIZED FLINTLOCK BELT PISTOLS. Cal. 50. S# NSN. John Murdoch is known to have been working in Doune, the famous Scottish gun making town, between 1750-1812. These unusual small pistols probably date to 176070 and were possibly made for a lady or youth. They have 5-1/4” barrels of typical Scottish style with rounded raised breeches, round central portions and flared octagonal muzzles. Miquelet sear type locks with serpentine cocks, integral rounded pans, unbridled friction frizzens and feather springs with trifid finials also have safety blocks holding cocks at half cock that retract when ball triggers are pulled. Small all metal stocks have rounded bag grips and are inlayed with silver ovals at tops and with circles on tips. Belt hooks are afixed to left sides and original slim ramrods are present. Pistols show considerable engraving consisting of open scrolls, feathers and other geometric designs. Lockplates are engraved “I. MURDOCH” under pans. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of a catalog description offering these pistols with handwritten notation that they sold for $14,000. CONDITION: fine. Metal surfaces are lightly cleaned to silver gray overall with some very light pin prick pitting. Remnants of original bright polish shows where protected. One pistol of the pair shows considerably more cleaning with heavier pitting overall. Pistols are complete and without any noted repairs except possible old replacement of tumbler screw on one pistol. Bores are good with some scattered pitting. Mechanically good. (01-26944/MGM). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000.

4463. GOOD PAIR OF PATTERN 1759/78 STYLE DUBLIN CASTLE LIGHT DRAGOON PISTOLS. Both pistols have 9” barrels with turnings at rear and correct proofs on tops. Flint locks with chamfered plates, serpentine cocks, distinctive facet on outer perimeter of pans, bridled frizzens and feather springs which have different finials; one is triangular, the other is dog nose type. Locks have line border engraving with crowned “GR” stamps in front of cocks along with broad arrow acceptance marks. Lock tails are stamped “DUBLIN” “CASTLE”. Walnut stocks with beaver tails around barrel tangs extend to muzzles and are pinned to barrels. Brass furniture consists of grip caps with short rounded spurs, trigger guards with small husk finials and raised sideplates with beaded rear extensions. Hickory ramrods mount through beaded pipes and matching brass thimbles. One pistol has inspectors marks “IH” and “3” on side panel; the other has a crowned “G” (?). UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: photocopy of a page with a picture and information on a Dublin Castle pistol. CONDITION: good. Barrels on both pistols are even pitted brown patina. Locks are dark brown patina and show some cleaning. Stocks exhibit old oil refinish and are sound, but have many marks and dings. Bores are rusted. Locks complete and operable. (01-27878/MGM). ANTIQUE. $7,000-10,000.

4464. GOOD QUALITY PAIR OF H. NOCK MARKED FLINTLOCK

Cal. 65. S# NSN. The 9” tapered round barrels fitted with bridled steel ramrods are engraved “H. Nock London” (died 1804) on tops. Barrels are stamped with Birmingham proofs. These along with later style flintlocks with high breasted serpentine cocks, waterproof pans and bridled roller frizzens lead one to believe that these are knock offs. Nock’s name was commonly plagiarized after his death as he was widely known for his very fine quality guns. European walnut stocks extend to within 1/2” of muzzles with brass caps and are pinned to barrels. Bag grips are uncheckered. Brass trigger guards have floral engraving on bows and stylized pineapple finials. Brass ramrod pipes are beaded. CONDITION: fine. Barrels retaining traces of original brown and show light cleaning with pin prick pitting remaining. Locks retain most of their bright polish, but show some cleaning. Stocks are very fine, retaining most of their original finish with a good number or marks and scratches. Bores are mostly shiny, but show some pitting. Locks are good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27416/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4465. BRACE OF UNMARKED SCOTTISH ALL METAL BELT PISTOLS. Cal. 50 (both). S# NSN (both). Both of these pistols appear to date from the 1840’s during the Scottish revival after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert fell in love with the Highlands. 1.) The more fancy of the two has 5-1/2” barrel with octagonal breech transitioning to round at center then back to octagon with flared muzzle. Top of barrel is scroll engraved and this engraving is gold filled. Lock with flat plate has reinforced cock, semi-waterproof pan, bridled roller frizzen with roller on feather spring which has small bulbous finial. All metal stock with rams horn butt has thistle shaped knob to pricker, ball trigger and thin turned ramrod. A belt hook with scrolled finial is affixed to left side. Lock and stock are engraved with 50% coverage simple scroll, which appears to be etched not cut. 2.) The second pistol is similar in most respects except has 5-1/8” barrel with 16 sided breech with short muzzle section and is not engraved. Knob of pricker is not as tall and belt hook does not have scroll extension. Engraving on lock and stock is cut and quite simple. CONDITION: good. Traces of original barrel blue are on first pistol with stock being mostly smooth silver gray. Second pistol shows light cleaning overall to pewter gray. Bores on both pistols are good. Both are mechanically good. First pistol may actually have been fired, as frizzen shows more wear than the second. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27535/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Cal. 50. S# NSN. This large duckfoot pistol 12” overall has four screw off multi-turned cannon barrels. Barrels are marked with numbers 1-4 corresponding to numbers on breech section. Breech is stamped with London view proof on bottom for each chamber. Boxlock action with serpentine cock and frizzen with flush mounted spring has three firing vents in pan. Action is engraved with some light scroll on sides. “PERRY” is in a banner on left and “LONDON” on right (most likely William working in Birmingham between 1776-1806). Walnut flat sided birds head grip is decorated with inlaid silver wire. CONDITION: good. All metal parts cleaned to silver with overall pin prick pitting. Grip shows considerable hand wear and more than half the silver wire is missing. Bores are dark. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27522/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,500-5,000.

NSN. George Shumway, author of Colonial Arms in America and many other texts wrote an interesting article in January 1995 muzzle loaders magazine under his “long rifles of note” column. He states this gun pictured was purchased at the Brimfield flea market in 1994 with a poorly fit percussion lock, “A piece like this doesn’t surface very often, and it tends to warm the heart of most any student of arms of the American colonial period”. He goes on to state “this gun deserves to have a suitable butt plate made and installed, and a few minor details tended to, but I feel strongly that the lock that is in it should remain there. It’s part of the gun’s long history.” Regardless someone did make an appropriate butt plate, and replaced the lock with a hand forged 18th century style flint lock. This is a graceful old long fowler 58” overall, 42.5” octagonal to round barrel, high early fluted comb, raised mouldings, forestock has early splice apparently from time of use. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: copy of 2 page Shumway article where pictured. CONDITION: good as restored, stock has couple old breaks and repairs, iron patina, lock mechanics need attention, cocks and holds fine, but won’t drop with trigger pull, clear dirty smooth bore. (01-27032/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-3,000.

4468. “C.D. MONSTEUR” MARKED CHILD’S MUSKET WITH BAYONET Cal. 60. NSN. A scaled down version of a flintlock musket; consignor states it is of French origina. The overall length is 33.75” w/ bayonet attached. The 13.75” barrel has lug underneath for bayonet. Rebated lock. Iron side plate engrave “C.D. MONSTEUR”. Walnut musket stock with left side raised cheekpiece. Iron furniture includes tulip tipped ramrod, sling swivels & spear tipped finial triggerguard. CONDITION: metal has gray patina appearance with scattered spots of corrosions. Wood has numerous small holes throughout with break at left side wrist from barrel tang to trigger. Pitted bore. Lock appears mechanically fine with cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0127498/md). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

feature single line engraved borders and are marked “Rousselly/ ARQUELUSTER A PERIGUEUZ”, with foliate motifs engraved at the rear. Action features set triggers with ornate curls on the lock assembly. Octagonal damascus bbls. taper towards the center, with prominent flares at the muzzles. Wood stocks feature checkering at the wrists, with relief carved borders along the bbl. channels that terminate in scrollwork. Relief carving extends to the faceted butts, contouring around the trigger guard and thimble finials. Rear grip straps feature what appear to be small relief carved floral strip that stem from the bbl. tangs and terminates towards the butts. Sides of stock “ears” and ramrod channels feature relief dot borders. 1 pistol features a scene of a dog on the butt and a scene of a deer on the trigger guard bow, with the other featuring a scene of a dog on both the butt and trigger guard bow. Sideplates consist of an engraved bird pattern, with engraved plates present forward of the sideplates, both featuring foliate engraved screws. Multi-faceted thimbles and pipes with polished dark horn tipped hardwood ramrods. Half-moon blade front sights with integral V-notch rear sights. CONDITION: bbls. retain large amounts of their damascus finish, showing fading and scattered spots of light pitting. Lock assemblies and iron fittings have been cleaned and are in-the-white, showing some light pitting and spots of age related discoloration. Dog and deer ornamentation pistol’s lock and set trigger function appropriately. Dog ornamentation pistol’s lock functions properly, but trigger does not release the hammer when set, with the trigger guard tang having split at the screw. Stocks show some scattered marks and minor impressions from handling and storage. Dog ornamentation pistol’s stock exhibits a crack stemming from the lockplate, that runs around the rear of the wrist and ends at the checkered panel on the left, with the left side also exhibiting an old chip just above the bird sideplate. An absolutely beautiful set of French Rousselly dueling pistols. (01-26961/MLW). BOTH ANTIQUE. $4,000-6,000.

engraved brass plate, which features a low profile blade front sight. 1-piece wood stock features relief foliate designs at the bbl. tang area and on the underside behind the thimble. Additional brass fittings include an engraved grotesque face butt cap, bbl. tang, trigger guard (terminates in a portrait style bust finial), as well as a faceted thimble and pipe. Complete with a iron plate tipped threaded ramrod. CONDITION: iron components have been cleaned, exhibiting a mostly bright appearance, with light to mild pitting present overall. Brass components have also been cleaned a one time, showing spots of patina. Proper manual function, with hammer holding at half and full cock. Stock shows scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, but otherwise remains sound. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27512/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

light relief and incise carving. Engraved brass sideplate, butt cap, trigger guard, thimble, and pipe. Horn nose cap. Plain hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: lock and bbl. exhibit a gray patina, exhibiting mild pitting and areas of age related discoloration overall. Stock shows scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, with a small chip present beneath the sideplate and a larger chip present beneath the lockplate. Butt cap is loose. Brass fittings have acquired a pleasing mellow patina. Lock holds at half and full cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27429/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4472. FRENCH FLINTLOCK HORSE PISTOL. Cal. 54. NSN. Bbl. 9 7/8”. Lockplate features light scroll engraving within double line borders, which extends to the hammer (which also features a floral motif), flash pan, and frizzen. Right side of lockplate appears to be marked “Acguaf.” in script. Faceted breech end of bbl. with 2 band transition at center that terminates in a rnd. bbl. Full length wood stock features light relief carving and brass furniture consisting of the sideplate, wrist plate, grotesque lions head pommel cap, trigger guard, thimble, pipe, and nose cap. Brass tipped threaded hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: iron components have been cleaned at one time, exhibiting consistent light to mild pitting, with scattered patches of age related discoloration overall. Stock shows scattered marks and impressions from handling and storage, with a large open chip present between the trigger guard and thimble finials. Stock shows a large crack on the front strap between the trigger guard tang and butt cap, with a small crack present on the right side of the lockplate. Brass furniture has been cleaned at one time, showing areas of patina. Lock holds at half and full cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27559/MLW). ANTIQUE. $1,2001,800.

and beaded pipe and matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel parts cleaned to pewter gray over light pin prick pitting. Stock retains most of an old oil refinish; with some softening of carving, with major repair at front of grip. Brass is slightly rubbed and has traces of original gilding visible where protected. Bore is somewhat pitted. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27520/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4474. EARLY QUEEN ANNE SCREW CANNON BARREL FLINTLOCK PISTOL JEAN LE MAIRE. Cal. 50. S# NSN. Jean Le Maire emigrated from France as part of the Huguenout “brain drain” from France under Louis XIV & Louis XV. He is known to have been working in London by 1710. This pistol has 4-1/2” screw off cannon turned barrel which is unmarked. Boxlock action is fitted with serpentine cock mounted on right side, integral rounded pan, bridled friction frizzen and feather spring with spear finial. Maker’s name “Le Maire” is around front part of action and in front of pan. Dark European walnut stock with rounded grip has raised carved shell motif around barrel tang and is fitted with heavy brass cast grip cap in the form of a lion’s head. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel parts cleaned to pewter gray with overall pin prick pitting. Stock show considerable wear, with carving somewhat softened. Brass grip cap nicely toned. Bore is dark. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27556/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4475. VERY EARLY BREECH LOADING FLINTLOCK FOWLER WITH REMOVABLE CHAMBER POSSIBLY DUTCH. Cal. 68. S# NSN. This interesting early breech loader is not maker marked and has 36” military style tapered round barrel. Hinged action fitted with thumb operated locking lever on right side tilts open to allow removal of chamber which is fitted with integral pan, unbridled frizzen and file decorated feather spring. Action is fitted with back spring flint lock with serpentine cock. Swan neck buttstock exhibits Germanic styling with handrail comb, mouldings around barrel tang and trigger guard. Brass mounts include early style buttplate with foliate finial, pierced sideplate and heavy cast trigger guard. A crest plate at top of grip has monkeys face at top. Matching forend extends to muzzle and is pinned to barrel. A hickory ramrod is in multi-turned brass pipes and thimble. CONDITION: good. All metal with old cleaning to gray brown with considerable pitting. Wood with old oil refinish has details rounded. Brass is presently toned to mustard brown, but shows rubbing. Bore is dark. Top of removable chamber is cracked; otherwise mechanically good. Lock works, but is soft. Wood shows repairs on left side by action tang and front 14” of barrel channel repaired or replaced. A very interesting early gun. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Littlefield Private Collection. (01-27831/MGM). ANTIQUE. $5,000-8,000.

4476. GOOD PAIR OF DUTCH FLINTLOCK PISTOLS BY DELINCEE OF AMSTERDAM WITH LATER INTERCHANGABLE PERCUSSION LOCKS BY RIVIERE OF LONDON IN RIVIERE CASE. Cal. 50 smooth bore. S# NSN. These interesting pistols have quite a story. They were made around 1815 by Jean Toussiant Delincee of Amsterdam using an older set of barrels by Johann Jacob Kuchenreuter who worked between 1709-1789. The swamped round barrels with parallel sides at rear and filed in ribs toward muzzles silver inlaid with barrel maker’s names. Silver poincon of horse and rider are on rear raised nock forms flanked by two smaller poincon. There is scroll engraving with silver infill between front and rear portions of ribs. Tops of breech plug tangs are fitted with three nesting leaf sights. Flint locks with chamfered plates feature French cocks, deeply cut waterproof pans, roller bridled frizzens and feather springs with flattened ball finials with teats. Locks show some scroll engraving with spider webs at rears and maker’s name and address under pans. Triggers are set. European walnut stocks have checkered flared grips with steel caps. Other furniture is also of blued steel. Trigger plates have vase shaped finials and trigger guards have finger spurs. Engraving is very well done and depicts seated foxes on grip caps and standing wolves on trigger guard bows. Nicely shaped sideplates are decorated with cobwebs. There are engraved silver shields at tops of grips without initials. Stocks extend to muzzles and are pinned to barrels. Ebony ramrods with horn tips and steel tails (worms under caps) mount through single beaded pipes and matching thimbles with finials matching trigger plates. Sometime after these pistols were completed they were fitted with a set of new locks by Isaac Riviere of London (working between 1805-51) to make these pistols suitable for use with percussion ignition while retaining use of original flint locks. New lockplates were carefully fitted to existing lock mortices and have integral drum type percussion bolsters with platinum blowouts that directly engage original touch holes. These locks are fitted with bold swept flat face percussion hammers in a style known to be used by Riviere. Engraving consists of line borders surrounded by sprays of scroll; each plate is engraved “Riviere London” and heads of hammers are engraved “Patent”. At this time Riviere also supplied a mahogany case. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: guns are housed in a mahogany case with folding “D” ring brass handle on top. Case is lined in blue velvet and has large Riviere label in lid. Case contains walnut combination loading/cleaning rod with jag. Small brass powder flask, rosewood handled nipple wrench with pricker, some greased wads and flints. Provision is made in the case for the spare locks; either flint or percussion. Also new lock screws were made for the percussion

locks and are included. CONDITION: very fine. Older Kuchenreuter barrels retain most of a re-blue applied at time pistols were redone by Riviere with some softening of sharp details. Locks retain most of their original case hardening color. It appears that the percussion conversion locks saw most use and show wear to original finish commensurate with that found on barrels and have most of their case hardening color present. Stocks retain over 90% of their original oil finish with a good scattering of minor marks and scratches. What appears to be original blue on furniture shows some edge wear with some silver highlights. Checkering shows very little wear. Most temper blue remains on screws. Bores are good. Locks are crisp. Triggers work. Case exterior retains most of its original oil finish with the usual scratches and marks. Interior cloth is good with many compressions and rubs. Label is very good with some bumps; somewhat foxed. Interior partitions are good with some rubs. Accessories are good. The thread is different for the screws of the percussion locks and the wrong screw is jammed into a flint lock and cannot be removed without professional help.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0127449/MGM). ANTIQUE. $8,000-12,000

4477. PAIR OF ALL METAL FLINTLOCK TURN OVER SCREW BARREL PISTOLS BY HENRAUX OF GIVET. Cal. 40 (Both). S# NSN (Both). These pistols have 1-5/8” turn off cannon barrels which are not numbered or proofed. O/U breeches rotate with release levers in front of trigger guards. Frizzens have external springs. Boxlock actions with serpentine cocks have sliding safeties on top tangs that engage at half cock and do not lock frizzens. All metal flat sided stocks have rounded bag grips. Breeches, actions and grips are nicely engraved with well cut foliage and vines within line borders. Left sides of actions are engraved “HENRAUX.” “a GIVET” is on right sides. (Listed as working Ca. 1740-60. These pistols are probably later; made around 1790.) UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: listing of these pistols at Little John’s Auction Service with handwritten notation of $6,000 sales price. CONDITION: good as cleaned. All metal surfaces present a shiny silver over light pin prick pitting. Engraving shows some loses with maker’s name barely visible on one pistol. Otherwise, pistols appear

4478. EARLY SNAPHAUNCE BELT PISTOL BY

Cal. 50. S# NSN. This fairly well known maker was working in Brescia, Northern Italy between 1680-1740. This pistol probably dates to just before or slightly after the turn of the century. It has 9-1/2” octagon to round barrel with gold poincon on top flat marked “P” “MOR” “ETTA”. Snaphaunce lock having slightly chamfered flat plate with tail is fitted with flat faced reinforced cock, inset faceted pan with sliding cover and nicely shaped snaphaunce type frizzen with well filed feather spring. European walnut stock with knob grip extends to within a 1/4” of muzzle and is pinned to barrel. Mouldings with relief scroll carved accents surround major parts. Some mounts are steel including spurred grip cap with relief carved acanthus and multi-pierced sideplate in the form of scrolls. Trigger guard is brass. A steel belt hook with well filed finial is affixed to left side. Walnut ramrod with horn tip and worm tail mounts through beaded brass pipe and matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel parts cleaned to pewter gray with some remaining pin prick pitting; sharp edges are softened. Brass is somewhat toned after cleaning. Stock with old oil refinish shows some repairs at right side of grip. Bore is pitted. Lock will not cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27552/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,250.

PIETRO MORETTA OF BRESCIA.

4479. MATCHED PAIR OF BELGIAN SCREW BARREL PERCUSSION PISTOL. with poly groove rifling. Engraved boxlock actions have center mounted hammers, sliding safeties & folding triggers. Engraving on action sides feature farm yard animals. Flat profile round butt stocks have faceted ears & checkered sides with oval escutcheons on the backstraps. CONDITION: both pistols have a gray appearance showing some very light pitting. Stocks show light wear. Bores are dark retaining sharp rifling. Functioning action have very stiff trigger pulls. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27443/DS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4480. SPANISH MIQUELET LOCK PERCUSSION FOWLER. Cal 69. NSN. Bbl.35” octagon to round with faceted transition. Bbl. flats have silver inlaid Spanish language markings with 1855 date. The marking are bordered with silver wire inlaid scroll. Silver front sight with a silver band at the muzzle. The engraved Miquelet lock has a dog shaped percussion hammer. The stock is fastened by a single pin & single band. The deep fluted butt section has relief carving to a channel with wheat grass pattern ornamentation that extends thru the wrist & forend areas. Iron fitting include an engraved trigger guard, heel plate, sideplate and rear swivel. button tipped iron ramrod. Ca. late 1700’s - early 1800’s. CONDITION: metal has a faded brown appearance with pitting becoming heaviest in the breech area. The stock is dark & worn with dents & marks having cracks in the lock, sideplate & forearm areas. Functioning lock. Dark pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27466/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4481. IMPRESSIVE HEAVY LONG BARREL FLINTLOCK JAEGER TYPE RIFLE BY HERRMANN OF QUEDLINBURG. Cal. 70. S# NSN. This large heavy rifle was probably made for long range shooting at deer with barrel supported on a wall or rampart. It is of high quality and appears to have been made around 1740. The massive 38-3/4” slightly tapered octagon barrel measures 1.53” at breech and 1.43” at muzzle. Barrel is fitted with one standing leaf, “V” notch rear and brass blade front sights. Barrel is decorated overall with punched in swirls and blossoms. Breech section is silver inlaid with some acanthus leaves. Maker’s name and address “HERRMANN. QUEDLINBURG” is in silver inlaid acanthus terminated ribbon on top of barrel (possibly Christian Ernst Herrmann the younger of Wildenfels, which is not too far from Quedlinburg, who was working around 1740). Lock with rounded plate features reinforced serpentine cock, inset rounded pan, unbridled friction frizzen and file decorated feather spring with trifid finial. Lock is engraved with some relief scroll. Rifle is fitted with double set triggers. Stock made of European walnut extends to muzzle with heavy schnabled brass cap and is pinned to barrel. Raised carved scrolls surround barrel tang and are found at ends of swept right hand cheekpiece. Relief mouldings are around locks, engraved brass sideplate and along ramrod channel. A patchbox is on right side of butt with sliding wooden cover. An eight pointed star of contrasting woods is inlaid on cheekpiece. All furniture is brass that is very nicely relief engraved in floral motif with heavy buttplate, trigger guard with bump forming grip and large sideplate previously mentioned. A newer hickory ramrod with bone tip mounts through heavy spurred front pipe, beaded mid pipe and heavy thimble. CONDITION: good. Iron parts are lightly cleaned brown patina. Stock with heavy oil refinish with details softened. Brass nicely toned to mustard brown. Bore is very good; shiny with some scattered deep pits. Lock and set triggers are operable. (01-27825/MGM). ANTIQUE. $6,000-9,000.

leaf rear sight & stock mount lollipop aperture sight. Appears to be a reconversion from percussion as the touch hole is out of line with pan & has outline of previous bolster. Lock has cirular “J5” maker’s mark. Full length checkered walnut stock w/ ebony nose cap, sling swivels, Bavarian style cheekpiece, sliding wooden patchbox lid. Brass furniture includes 2 pinned ramrod pipes,spear tip thimble, finger curl triggerguard, lock screw escutcheons, & musket buttplate. Hardwood ramrod. Brown leather 3/8” sling. CONDITION: barrel has brown patina appearance with peppery oxidation & light marks throughout along with light pitting near lock. Lock has aged gray appearance. Wood has worn appearance with scattered small gouges, sm. hairline cracks & dings. Pitted bore. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (01-27750/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,100.

4483. BEAUTIFULLY RELIEF ENGRAVED ITALIAN SNAPHAUNCE BELT PISTOL. is deeply relief engraved at breech end with portrait of a warrior wearing helmet. Transitional lock with snaphaunce type frizzen and miquelet type internals is fitted with serpentine cock and inset rounded pan with sliding cover. Lock is beautifully relief carved with three quarter figure of a man at rear, along with another man in front of cock with scrolls that terminate in serpents head. Cock is carved with relief scrolls and head of pivot bolt has grotesque face. Body of pan has relief scroll. Sliding cover has button with another grotesque face. Similar decoration graces the early style frizzen. Many of the internals are file decorated and part of a possible maker’s name “Bvemio” (?) is engraved on lockplate. Trigger is relief carved. Stock which extends to muzzle and is pinned to barrel appears to be of olive wood and is also raised carved with scrolls and mouldings. Steel furniture continues this incredible relief metal carving with grip cap having long spurs decorated with grotesque faces on sides flanked by cherubs blowing horns. Trigger guard has obvious female figure on bow and foliate pierced finial. Scrolled and pierced sideplate shows more human figures and serpent heads. Crest plate is also embellished with more grotesque figures and Green Man’s mask. Olive wood ramrod with horn tip and steel worm on tail mounts through matching relief carved pipe and thimble. A belt hook with nicely carved finial is mounted on left side. CONDITION: good. Metal showing cleaned bright polish overall. All surfaces remain smooth. Stock is good with some missing wood at bottom front of lockplate and shows probable old refinish with some loss to detail. Bore is good; lightly pitted. A superb piece of work. (01-26953/MGM). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4484. ELEGANT CASED PAIR OF 18TH CENTURY KUCHENREUTER OFFICER’S FLINT LOCK PISTOLS. Cal.

48. NSN. Each pistol is 17.5” overall, 10.75” blued conical barrel with flattened sides tapering to round swamped muzzle with tapered top rib inset with silver scrolls and “I. CHRISTOPH KUCHENREUTER” and inset poncoin with mounted horseman over “ICK”. Polished steel furniture, set triggers, full stock walnut stocks, horn tips, carved moldings, Kuchenreuter signed locks, horn tipped cleaning rods. Pistols housed in English green baize lined compartmented casing, housing proper bore single cavity ball mold, a few loose balls. CONDITION: very good overall, barrels retain most of their original blue and silver insets. European walnut stocks are fine, raised carved moldings are crisp. Steel mounts are well fit retaining most of their bright polish. Back blade of adjustable rear sight broken on one pistol, complete on other. Mechanics are fine, rifled bores are dirty. Though casing is English,

Cal. 60. S# NSN. The 12-1/2” octagon to round barrel with ring turned transition and cannon muzzle has maker’s mark of a standing horse on top flat. Mark is similar to that used by Giesu Mutti of Gardone V.T. however it is slightly different as there is a star over the horses backside and this pistol was made earlier than Mutti’s known dates. Finely filed and nicely engraved Miqulet lock with external main spring has maker’s mark on interior of plate “F.E.” “V” in a circle. Burl European walnut stock extends to muzzle and is pinned to barrel. Raised and shaped mouldings are around major parts. Brass mounts consist of grip cap with long spurs, chamfered trigger guard with foliate finial and long flat sideplate. Mounts have some line and foliate engraving. Ramrod with turned steel tip mounts through small faceted and beaded pipe with matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel parts cleaned to silver with little remaining pitting. Stock with old oil refinish has details somewhat softened. There are repairs at rear of barrel channel with front 3-1/2” replaced. Brass is lightly rubbed. Engraving a bit soft. Bore is lightly pitted toward muzzle. Mechanically good. Front barrel pin is missing. A good looking pistol worthy of further research. (01-26946/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,500.

Cal. 60. S# NSN. The 14” tapered round barrel has raised rib at mid portion and large raised foliate scrolls toward rear. Lock with arched plate having large chamfers features serpentine cock, faceted inset pan, unbridled friction frizzen and feather spring with orb and foliage finial. Chamfers of lock and cock are nicely feather engraved. European walnut stock extends to muzzle and is pinned to barrel. Well shaped mouldings surround all major components and have raised carved foliate accents. Pistol is iron mounted and has large knob butt with heavy spurred cap which is file decorated. Trigger guard with fluted bow has foliate finial and multi-pierced sideplate is in the form of acanthus scrolls with grotesque face peering out at center. Beech wood ramrod with steel tip mounts through multi-beaded and faceted front pipe and matching thimble. CONDITION: good to very good as cleaned. All metal cleaned to pewter gray with some remaining pin prick pitting. Stock presents old surfaces with many marks with added oil rubbed in producing an overall shine. No repairs are noted. Bore is lightly pitted. Mechanically good. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27515/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

The 12” barrel with fluted octagonal rear section transitions to sixteen sided. Top of rear flat is deeply marked “LAZARINO COMINAZO” (The often plagiarized family name from Gardone V.T. Italy). Early lock with rounded plate has round bodied reinforced serpentine cock, inset rounded pan, unbridled friction frizzen and nicely filed feather spring with lozenge finial. Cock and frizzen pivot are nicely filed and engraved. Olive wood stock extends to muzzle with horn tip and is pinned to barrel. Iron mounts include deep relief carved scrolls on knob grip. Matching carving is on trigger guard bow. Individual sideplates of sea monster form are multi-pierced. Stock has well shaped mouldings around major components. Old oak ramrod is held by multi-beaded pipe and simple hole for thimble. CONDITION: fair to good. Metal parts cleaned to silver gray. Wood has old refinish. There is a crack through side panel. Bore is somewhat pitted toward muzzle. Lock is operable. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27435/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,600.

Cal. 50. S# NSN.

4488. WELL MADE ITALIAN SMALL SNAPHAUNCE PISTOL WITH SPRING BAYONET. Cal. 40. S# NSN. The 4-7/8” cannon turned barrel with octagonal breech section is fitted with spring loaded triangular bayonet with 3” blade. Bayonet is held in folded position by sliding catch on barrel tang. Snaphaunce lock with chamfered flat plate and rebated tail is fitted with broad flat reinforced cock, faceted pan with sliding cover and well filed frizzen with feather spring having foliate finial. Dense European walnut stock with knob grip extends to within 1/4” of muzzle and is pinned to barrel. Delicate mouldings are around barrel tang and trigger guard; which at front of guard extend into wonderfully relief carved flowing scrolls. Steel furniture is beautifully relief carved with acanthus on sides of grip cap with long spurs. More acanthus is on trigger guard bow. Sideplate with many piercings is also of acanthus design. Ramrod with riveted in steel tip and worm tail mounts through beaded pipe. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel cleaned to pewter gray with some remaining staining. Wood is very fine with good remaining detail. Bore is lightly pitted. Lock in need of work as pivot bolt for cock is loose. Bayonet operating correctly. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27526/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 58. S# NSN. The rifled 13” tapered octagon barrel is fitted with “V” notch rear and blade front sights. Early style lock with slightly arched rounded plate has rounded serpentine cock, inset rounded pan, unbridled friction frizzen and nicely file decorated frizzen spring having large bulbous finial with teat. Lock is fitted with sliding safety at rear. European walnut full length stock is pinned to barrel and is iron mounted. There are raised mouldings around lock, two piece sideplate, barrel channel and trigger guard. There is stylized relief shell carving around barrel tang. There is no grip cap. Trigger guard with foliate finial has long transition into grip. Sideplates are nicely relief chased. There is a large iron boss at rear of grip with socket attachment for shoulder stock (not present). Rosewood ramrod with horn tip mounts through beaded iron pipe and matching thimble. CONDITION: good. Iron parts are a uniform dark brown lightly pitted patina. Wood presents good hand worn surfaces at butt and is sound through lock area and toward forend, however last 3” of fore piece and tops of barrel channels on both sides are replaced for another 3 to 4 inches. Repair is well done and fairly hard to spot. Straight rifled bore is lightly pitted. Lock will not hold at full cock and safety does not engage. Sear spring repaired with piece of coil spring. (01-23465/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500

4490. INTERESTING PIVOTING TIP-DOWN BREECH LOADING PERCUSSION PARLOR

PISTOL. Cal. 6 mm. S# NSN. This unusual unmarked pistol with 5-1/2” octagonal steel barrel unlatches by pulling back on front of trigger guard. Breech block pivots to right for loading. Boxlock action with internal striker, has flat-faced cocking lever resembling a standard hammer of the period. “V” notch sight is inset on top of breech, which has full coverage of open flowing scroll engraving. Ebony stock has fluted and scroll carved grip. Steel faceted grip cap matches flutes. CONDITION: fine. Barrels and trigger guard retain a considerable amount of their original charcoal blue. Breech block and action are silver gray and show evidence of cleaning. There are traces of case color on cocking lever and in protected areas of action. Bore is dark. Action is loose. (01-28013/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

Cal. 577. NSN. Bbl. 9 7/8” round with a smooth bore. Breech end of bbl & faceted transition have brass inlays. Engraved brass top tang. Floral engraved unmarked iron lock & hammer. Curled plain trigger. Pin fastened walnut stock has wrap around checkering at the wrist. Engraved brass fittings include the pierced sideplate, fancy finial long tang trigger guard & ornate floral relief carved buttcap. Butt cap & trigger guard have pierced brass strap fittings. Ornate wrist plate is adorned with a red butterfly. Button tipped iron ramrod is held by a faceted brass thimble and single faceted brass pipe. CONDITION: Metal has faded to gray showing scattered pitting. Brass fitting show light cleaning. A small segment of the brass band at the breech end of the bbl. is missing. The stock has added finish over handling marks & wear with small & cracks in the lock, sideplate & forend areas. The stock is broken & repaired in the checkered area above the butt cap. Sound lock. Dark pitted bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27531/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,000-1,500.

4492. SIDEHAMMER PERCUSSION BREECH LOADING PISTOL MARKED TILS A’ BONN (?). Cal. 30. S# NSN. The 7” tapered octagon barrel is engraved “Tils a’ Bonn” on top flat which is also fitted with “V” notch rear sight. Iron action with Lazaroni type rotating breech loading chamber opens at top for powder and ball. Percussion nipple is on right side behind thumb piece. Boxlock action has side mounted percussion hammer. Action is engraved with near full coverage foliate scroll; game scenes are on lock plate and side plate with wolf and trees on left; birds on right. Burl walnut stock with rounded bag grip is fitted with steel trigger guard engraved with running wolf carrying bird on bow. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel parts cleaned to pewter gray with light pin prick pitting remaining. Stock retains most of its original finish with a goodly number of marks and bumps. Smooth bore is lightly pitted. Mechanically good. (01-27997/MGM). ANTIQUE. $1,000-2,000.

4493. BELGIAN SALESMAN OR DEMONSTRATION SIZE PERCUSSION FOWLER. Cal. 38. S# 97. Bbl. 8” rnd. of twist steel with fluted shank and smoothbore. Brass front bead. Button tipped iron ramrod is held on twist steel under rib by a single twist steel pipe. Bright finished percussion lock with a running deer. Bright finished tang, trigger guard, and thimble have light scroll engraving. Pin fastened stock with steel buttplate and checkered wrist. Right side of stock has German silver clamshell patchbox containing a single rnd. ball. Overall length is 15 1/2”. Weight: 14.2oz. CONDITION: fine. Bbl. and rib retain over 80% browned finish. Lock and fittings show spotted corrosion. Original stock finish shows numerous scratches and marks. Sound lock and trigger. Bore has darkened appearance with some very light pitting. (01-27884/DS). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4494. LARGE SNAPHANE LOCK ASSEMBLY. possibly from a Swedish wall gun. CONDITION; metal is a light gray color with scattered oxidation, dings & operational wear. (01-26955/MJC). $800-1200.

4495. DOUBLE PINFIRE HOWDAH PISTOL BY LEBEDA OF PRAGUE. Cal. 52. S# NSN. The 7-1/2” twist barrels are engraved “Lebeda Patent” on top flat (most likely Anton Vinzent, working in Prague 17971857. This pistol was probably made at the end of his career). Round bodied snap action with opening lever at front part of trigger guard is fitted with back spring peninsula locks with tall non-rebounding hammers. Locks are fired by single non-selective trigger which fires right barrel first. Action is engraved with geometric borders; left lock is engraved “Prague”, right “Lebeda”. European walnut stock has flat top grip checkering. A bronze trap grip cap with sling loop at rear has cover which pivots to expose cut outs for two pinfire cartridges. Hinge pin must be tapped out in order to remove barrels from action. Small iron forend screws to barrels. CONDITION: good. Iron and steel parts show extensive cleaning to shiny gray overall; with considerable remaining light pitting. Wood retains what appears to be its original finish; checkering considerably worn. Bores are good; shiny with strong rifling. Mechanically good except right lock is not crisp; half cock does not hold. (01-27827/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

cock, integral rounded pan, unbridled friction frizzen and feather spring with foliate finial is engraved with some scroll. “I” “REA” is in front of cock. Fruitwood stock has early style handrail comb and pronounced sweep to toeline. Stock has raised mouldings with shell carving around barrel tang. Brass mounts also show engraving with one piece scroll decorated sideplate engraved “Fair Maid of Kent”. Double beaded trigger guard has acorn finial. Small fruitwood ramrod with brass tip mounts through beaded pipe and thimble. CONDITION: good as refinished. Steel and iron cleaned to pitted silver color. Brass shows considerable cleaning with engraving rubbed. Stock has old oil refinish with many marks and scratches. Bore and lock are good, as is bayonet. (01-27499/MGM). ANTIQUE. $2,500-4,000.

4497. BRASS BARRELED BELGIAN PERCUSSION BLUNDERBUSS. Cal. 65. NSN. Bbl. 10” octagon to rnd. with faceted transition and single raised band at cannonade muzzle that flares to 1 3/4” diameter. Breech section of bbl. has proof marks including the standard Belgian black powder proofmark consisting of “ELG” in oval. Iron back action percussion lock and hammer with highlights of floral engraving. Brass trigger guard, buttplate finial, and thimble have matching engraving. Pin fastened walnut stock. Left side of stock has brass clamshell patchbox and iron belt hook. Slotted tip iron ramrod. CONDITION: brass bbl. shows evidence of cleaning with numerous small dents and handling marks. Muzzle shows small dents that leave it somewhat out of rnd. Lock, hammer, and iron fittings have faded brown appearance. Stock has lightly worn finish showing numerous scratches and marks with small chips behind the lock. The hammer will not hold in cocked position. (01-26676/

4498. OTTOMAN STYLE FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUST PISTOL. Cal. 1 3/8” at muzzle to 60. NSN. Fluted 7.5” barrel has decorative geometric patterns embossed on top. Engraved flintlock. Left side saddle ring & bar has wave pattern notches. Hardwood stock decorated with inlaid scroll wire. Brass furniture Includes thimble, ramrod pipe, trade style side plate, triggerguard & buttplate. Hardwood ramrod. CONDITION: metal has dark patina appearance. Wood shows missing wire throughout, small chips, 1 large missing piece at tip left side forearm & scattered cracks. Pitted bore. Lock appears mechanically fine when cycled by hand. PROVENANCE: Norman Olliff Estate. (01-27243/md). ANTIQUE. $1,200-1,800.

4499. ELEGANT CASED IVORY MOUNTED CASED PERCUSSION PISTOLS & DAGGER. Cal. 45. NSN. This is a very attractive mid 19th century French fitted cased pair of Liege proofed engraved damascene single shot screw barrel pistols, 5.5” overall, 2” barrels. Pistols are ivory gripped with hinged steel cap compartments in butts. 9” dagger has 5” gold decorated blade, sculpted ivory grip. The 11.5” x 9” hinged mahogany casing is lined with purple velvet compartmented for pistols, dagger, ball mold/combination barrel wrench, ivory oiler and ivory cap container. CONDITION: overall very good, appears complete and original, both pistols function well including folding triggers when cocked, dagger retains most of its original luster and gold design on blade, ball mold has traces of blue and overall brown patina. Case is sound, some warpage to veneer on lid, one closure hook is loose and stored in one of 2 lidded compartments. (0126752/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

Ca. 69. NSN. Continental Germanic style 16” overall, 9” round barrel with crown over “B” proof, lock has crown over “W” proof, unsupported heavy serpentine cock, brass furniture including heavy brass butt cap with heavy iron lanyard ring. CONDITION: very good overall, iron has dark smooth brown patina, stock has crack under lock, chip on top right channel cut and dented below. Mechanically fine, smooth clear rusted bore with dent in muzzle. PROVENANCE: consignor

The

Following 19 lots are from the Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse and was assembled 1990s-2000s from best international sources when Islamic art was not revered, and importation of ivory inlaid guns was not restricted.

“I want to build collection of [Islamic] firearms which will not be topped by any other.”

Dr. Curtis S. Morse

4501. PAIR OF INDIAN JEWEL ENCRUSTED ENAMELED GOLD, DIAMOND, RUBY, & EMERALD ARCHER’S RINGS. Archers’ rings were worn on thumb, with asymmetrical construction to allow archers to release arrows with precision protecting inside of the thumb. Ornate jeweled & enameled examples were made as gifts for ceremonial purposes conveying rank and social status. The 2 rings weigh a total of 46 grams, and each has 10 diamonds which are “polki” or mine cut which was the original way raw diamonds were mounted in Indian Mughal jewelry for several hundred years. The largest diamond measures 8.5x6mm, the smallest are 3mm, the center ruby in one ring is 12x8mm. The diamonds were all tested with diamond tester and guaranteed to be diamonds, rubies and emeralds not tested but historically Indian/Mughal jewelry used combinations of these 3 stones. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes. CONDITION: both are very good to fine. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25284/JS). NONGUN. $4,000-8,000.

embroidered velvet attached with brass tacks, horn butt plate. CONDITION: good to very good overall, stock has old large sliver repair between bands on right side & other missing slivers, mechanics functional, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr.

4503. EXCEPTIONAL PERSIAN TOFANG MATCHLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 65.

NSN. 65” overall, heavy 48” octagonal swamped Damascus barrel with 2 Persian inscriptions, integral tall tombstone rear sight, gold floral arabesques inlaid at breech and muzzle. Gold inlaid Persian inscriptions translate “made at the town of Yorn in the month of July in the year 1267” [1850] and “The world shone as from the light of Muhammad” [when gun is fired]. 8 fine pierced steel barrel bands attach 9” sculpted steel nose cap and 8” front sling swivel plate, matching rear sling swivel mounted on stock at breech, Sling swivels have chiseled design. The original leather & fabric sling still attached. Matchlock mechanism is elegant, chiseled steel with pierced plates. The long, graceful stock has carved palmette moldings, checkered at butt terminating in ivory and chiseled steel butt cap, original chiseled ramrod. UNATTACHED

ACCESSORIES: collection notes concerning meaning of markings and carving, history of purchase and possible provenance to Persian Qajar noble family. One page appraisal by Oliver S. Pinchot, 2004.

CONDITION: very good overall, stock has old pinned inset repair rear of nose cap, several age cracks, hand worn patina. Steel mounts and matchlock mechanism are smooth and bright. Barrel’s damascene surface is very good and complete, gold inlaid designs are complete with some reductions & wear at muzzle and edges of tall integral rear sight. Mechanically matchlock functions well, rust & corrosion in flash pan “as-found”. Bore has deep twisted rifling. 2 lengths of original wick are very good. Ivory has numerous age cracks, sound & complete.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26314/JS). ANTIQUE. $10,000-20,000.

earlier Ottoman Damascus barrel, gold signature of top. Full walnut stock with long silver nose cap, 5 large flat engraved silver barrel bands, over 100 figural silver insets, engraved silver trigger guard. Large engraved silver sideplate features pair of tigers. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, complete & original including ramrod & sling swivels. Stock has crack and reduction on bottom of ramrod channel near muzzle forward of front band. Mechanically fine, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26305/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-5,000.

4505. ATTRACTIVE ELABORATE INLAID OTTOMAN TUFEK MIQUELET MUSKET. Cal.

62. NSN. 54.5” overall, 41” Italian maker marked barrel with raised relief grotesque face at breech, engraved silver inset miquelet lock. Stock is elaborately decorated with hundreds of brass & horn rondels & brass pins, bands of polished horn and bone inset bands. Barrel is attached by 2 heavy edge engraved silver bands with large cutout Ottoman crescents. Steel ramrod with sculpted tip. CONDITION: appears complete, very good to fine overall, good mechanics, good smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26304/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-4,000.

steel insets of animals adorn butt stock with 2 thin ivory bands at butt. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, Mechanically functions, but spring weak, sharp deeply rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26308/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4513. TURKISH OTTOMAN FLINTLOCK CARBINE, CIRCA 1800. Cal. 56. NSN. 41” overall, 27” octagonal swamped Damascus barrel, integral raised triangular rear sight, gold arabesque inlays at breech and muzzle. Matching gold inset design on lock, cock, and barrel tang. Heavy gold plated European-style engraved brass trigger guard, buttplate, and side plate. Carved figural & checkered full stock, 4 pierced gold-plated barrel bands, original ramrod with chiseled spiral design. The rebated pointed lock has inset gold “LONDON” and Turkish maker mark. This elegant arm shows highest quality Turkish manufacture with European influence. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes stating made in Royal Workshops for a member of Ottoman Court, and history of being owned by wealthy Turkish family since 1920s. One page appraisal letter from Oliver S. Pinchot, 2006. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, stock sound, one hairline, hand worn patina. Mechanically fine, good crisp rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26309/JS). ANTIQUE. $6,000-8,000.

of India during the Shia Islamic Talpur dynasty 1783-1843 when this rifle was made. Sinh was famous for their arms worldwide, procuring the best European locks and Persian & Ottoman barrels. This arm utilized English lock by Nock and 42.5” Ottoman Damascus rifled cannon muzzle barrel with heavy gold overlay at breech & muzzle. Barrel is attached with 3 sculpted silver barrel bands. Iron trigger guard is heavily silvered, other furniture is silver sheet including breech cap, and vent pick holder mounted under “NOCK” flint lock. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, sound & well fit. Mechanics need attention, lock is fine but connection to trigger is not functioning. Good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26297/JS). ANTIQUE. $3,000-6,000.

on. CONDITION: good overall, ramrod is shortened replacement with nut threaded as tip, lock is poorly fit with gap in stock, lock functions, good rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26299/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

several pins in silver insets are rising. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26298/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-3,000.

CONDITION: good overall, well worn, functional lock, dirty smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (0126303/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.

4518. EXTRAVAGANTLY DECORATED OTTOMAN MIQUELET MUSKET. Cal. 60. NSN. 42” overall, 30.5” Damascus swamped smoothbore octagonal barrel, muzzle face has grooves cut for starting balls, attached to Circassian walnut stock with 3 beautifully nielloed sculptured barrel bands. Hundreds of inset polished bone and small round brass and horn rondels, 3 horn bands and long tapered nosecap have same inset decorations. Polished bone tipped ramrod. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes. CONDITION: appears very good and complete overall, stock is pieced diagonally just rear of middle band. The numerous inset bone and brass/horn rondels appear all there with no losses. Mechanics fine, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (01-26295/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.

4518A. FOUR CUSTOM BUILT GUN RACKS FOR ISLAMIC MUSKETS.

Dr. Morse had these 4 gun racks meticulously custom-made emulating mosque design, Each rack holds 4 guns. 3 racks have the same dimensions 34” across and 48” tall. One rack is larger, 49” across and 64” tall. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25289/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4519. FUNCTIONAL 19TH CENTURY OTTOMAN FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS.

barrel flares to 2.5” bell, engraved brass furniture, nailed buttplate, full stock with carved design. CONDITION: good overall, stock broken and repaired through lock, mechanics work, smooth dirty bore. (01-26285).

19” overall,

12.25” silver decorated barrel, silver decorated lock, balance of pistol is solid cast bronze. CONDITION: very good overall, functional, clear smooth bore. PROVENANCE: Estate

Cal. 60. NSN. Bbl. 13.75” with 2 brass bands with decorative German silver inlays in vine style patterns. Miquelet lock shows remnants of scroll engraving. Hardwood stock is encased in brass panels with brass butt cap. Brass panels & barrel bands have ornate vine & geometric pattern engraving. CONDITION: barrel has dark brown patina appearance. Lock appears polished removing patina & engraving. brass shows mustard patina with dents. Dark pitted bore. Lock appears mechanically functional. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27541/MD). ANTIQUE. $900-1,400.

4522. MID-18TH CENTURY AUSTRIAN COMBINATION HUNTING SWORD AND FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 28. NSN. Bbl 2” .A fine delicately manufactured arm from the mid-18th century that combines a hunting sword or cuttoe with a flintlock pistol. These arms were European and often of Germanic origin, in fact, this example is marked “WIEN” for Vienna, Austria. It measures 27 1/2” overall with a 22 1/4” blade. The brass hilt has a down turned guard with an allegorical scene showing stags and a reclining person. The reclining person theme is repeated on the crossguard. The pommel also is adorned with reclining person and a child. Wire wrapped grip. The pistol has a 2” barrel of about .28 caliber and the lock appears complete The lock is marked “A. KLEIN” and “IN WIEN”. CONDITION: the blade has a gray mottled patina with some evidence of cleaned light pitting. The wire grip is undamaged. The flint mechanism operates well holding both full and half cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27489/BF). $2,000-3,000.

4523. ENGLISH 18TH CENTURY COMBINATION SILVER HILTED HUNTING SWORD AND FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 25. NSN. Bbl.3 1/2”.A beautiful arm from the 18th century that combines a silver hilted hunting sword or cuttoe with a flintlock pistol. These arms were European and often of Germanic origin but this example is British. This piece measures 31 3/4” overall with a 26” blade that has indecipherable markings. The elegant hallmarked silver hilt has a down turned scallop shell guard with complimenting lineal decoration throughout the hilt. Reeded horn grip. The pistol has a 3 1/2” barrel of about .25 caliber. The lock appears complete and is marked “ T. HAUER “. CONDITION: the blade has a gray mottled patina. The horn grip shows very light wear. The flint mechanism operates well holding both full and half cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0127483/BF). $2,000-3,000.

4524. MID 18TH CENTURY COMBINATION HUNTING SWORD AND FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 30. NSN. Bbl 4 1/2”.An exquisite arm from the mid-18th century that combines a hunting sword or cuttoe with a flintlock pistol. These arms were European and often of Germanic origin. This example measures 38 1/4” overall with a 23 1/4” blade. The gilded iron hilt has a down turned guard adorned with a crowned cipher. The rest of the iron hilt and the barrel of the pistol are elaborately decorated and gilded. The organic cream colored grips are dyed green probably with arsenic which was the custom in the 18th century. The pistol has a 4 1/2” barrel of about .30 caliber and the lock appears complete. CONDITION: the blade has a light gray patina and shows little wear. The gilded background on the hilt is nearly complete. The grip shows a few flakes and wear to the green finish. The flint mechanism operates well holding both full and half cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27487/BF). $2,000-3,000.

an allegorical scene with a boar hunting scene on the crossguard and ferrule. The pommel also is adorned with game scenes. Antler grip. The pistol has a 4 1/4” barrel of about .28 caliber and the lock appears complete. CONDITION: the blade has a gray mottled patina with some evidence of pitting. The antler grip is undamaged. The flint mechanism operates well holding both full and half cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27485/BF). $1,500-2,250.

4526. MID 18TH CENTURY COMBINATION HUNTING SWORD AND FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 45. NSN. Bbl.3 1/2”.An impressive arm from the mid-18th century that combines a hunting sword or cuttoe with a flintlock pistol. These arms were European and often of Germanic origin. This example measures 33” overall with a 27 3/4” blade. The simple iron hilt has a down turned scallop shell guard with a small brass capstan and a carved horn grip. The pistol has a 3 1/2” barrel of about .45 caliber and the lock appears complete. CONDITION: the blade has a gray patina that matches the iron hilt. The horn grip has a few minor losses. The flint mechanism operates well holding both full and half cock. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (01-27481/BF). $1800-2500.

horn is also engraved with the large initials “ E - B “ and a large crosshatched area that appears to be a representation of Lake George, New York. The original wooden plug is intact and attached with a combination of non-ferrous pegs and 2 iron nails. The nonagonal spout is well formed and measures about 1 3/4” in length. Edmund Bailey was born in the year 1741 in Minot, Maine which is southwest of Augusta. He was a soldier in Captain Davenport’s Company during the 1759 expedition to Canada. After his service during the French and Indian War he became a sea captain and lived in Portland, Maine.

4528. NAMED FRENCH & INDIAN WAR CARVED POWDER HORN 1759. 12” nicely patinaed fully scrimshawed horn “CORNELIUS CERNER HIS HORN AGUST 17 1759”, large sailing ship with British flag, mermaid, buildings, birds, and more. CONDITION: good to very good overall, clear decoration, old varnish. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-2/JS). NON-GUN. $3,000-5,000.

4529. AMERICAN POWDER HORN WITH TIES TO THE KANSAS TERRITORY AND JOHN BROWN’S RAID. Just a wonderful piece of Americana This horn measures 11” in length and 3” across at the butt with a crudely turned spout. Besides numerous circles and geometric designs, the horn boldly reads “1859” with “ PLUMMER” over “1859” and “ K. TERRITORY “. The wooden butt of the horn is carved “ K T 1847” with an eight pointed asterisk. In 1858 Charles Plummer Tidd was a member of the Provisional Army of noted abolitionist John Brown and participated in the raid at the United States Arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia. Tidd managed to escape capture at Harpers Ferry. To avoid capture, he changed his name from Tidd to Charles Plummer utilizing his middle name. To effect his escape, he traveled through several states and Canada, all the time staying in touch with fellow abolitionists. Prior to the Harpers Ferry raid, Plummer had moved to Kansas in 1856 and participated in the 1858 Missouri Raid as well other “Bleeding Kansas” conflicts. In July of 1861, he enlisted in the 21st Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry and died in 1862 at the Battle of Roanoke Island. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Information on Charles Plummer Tidd and his friendship with John Brown. CONDITION: the horn shows expected overall light wear. (02-24326/BF). $2000-3000.

4530. “EPHRAIM GUTHRIE” 18TH CENTURY CARVED POWDER HORN. 12” nicely patinaed well used scrimshawed horn “EPHRAIM GUTHRIE”, dated 1776 toward neck in later hand, frilly flowers & hearts below name, “EPHRAIM G” carved above. Horn probably French & Indian War era. There is Ephraim Guthrie (17371809) enlisted 1758 from New Medford, CT, 4th Connecticut Regiment of Foot. He had son Daniel (1764-1841) Revolutionary War age, possibly explaining the long use and wear on decoration. 3” plug carved “EG” & “HG”. Horn has well patinaed stopper carved from burl, and small carved powder measure attached with old twisted sinew cord. CONDITION: good to very good overall, worn decoration, last letter in Guthrie only partial. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-4/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4531. EARLY AMERICAN POWDER HORN WITH 2 MASTED SAILING SHIP. A very fine 14” powder horn with a large rounded butt plug with a octagonal and turned spout. The horn is decorated with a finely done 4” 2-masted sailing ship and a willow tree. Furthermore, There is an American eagle wrapped around a Federal shield that has been colored with sealing wax. The name “ J, RICH “ appears above the eagle, and above the name is a surrounding swag with alternating stars. CONDITION: The horn remains in solid condition with no notable faults. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24658/ BF). $1000-1600.

4533. “SIMON PEIRCE” 1795 DATED CARVED POWDER HORN. 13” nicely patinaed scrimshawed horn “SIMON PEIRCE’S 1795”, scant decoration done with points, “TRY ME” carved along plug, wood stopper, leather cord. Simon Peirce (1769-1859) from Plymouth, Mass is possible candidate for name. CONDITION: good overall, insect damage along plug. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-10/JS). NONGUN. $600-800.

4532. MID-17TH CENTURY CONTINENTAL POWDER HORN. A fine example of a Mid-17th century continental flattened powder horn with engraving on both sides. One side has a mounted cavalryman with sword, breast plate, and helmet charging through a fire to reach an infantryman with sword and shield and a tent in the background. The other side is more simply decorated with concentric circles. The butt cap, spout cap and charger are all iron with simple ornamentation. CONDITION: the iron has a dark patina and the horn itself has a mellow aged patina. Overall light wear. (02-25202/BF). $500-1000.

4534. FINE CONTEMPORARY CARVED FRENCH & INDIAN WAR STYLE MAP

HORN. 16” overall, full coverage, nicely scrimshawed in 18th Century style by Lee Larkin. Horn depicts cities of Albany, New York City with all the forts up to the city of Quebec. Central British Coat of Arms and motto: “POWDER WITH MY BROTHER BALL A HERO LIKE DO CONQUER ALL”. Lee Larkin is well known among contemporary horners. CONDITION: fine overall, 4 small areas of insect damage. (02-23975/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

4535. LARGE SCRIMSHAWED POWDER HORN. 20” horn carved with fanciful 18th century style motifs including name & date 1776. Horn is old but scrimshaw decoration is much later, 20th century most likely, an attractive decorative horn. CONDITION: very good overall, chipped areas on spout and around plugged edge. (02-25051/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4536. NO LOT.

4537. FOUR SCRIMSHAWED POWDER HORNS. 10” 18th century fully carved with King George II crown, missing plug, carved name around base, hunter and deer, unicorn, fountain, flowers, bird; 12” “1811 E PLURIBUS UNUM”, “FM” nicely carved on plug, well executed and spaced masonic emblems, square & compass, all-seeing eye, anchor, ark, blazing star, gavel, beehive, coffin, square & key, hourglass, snake, ladder, sun with faces, and more; 10” “2 Lt Wm. Beall / ARK. VOLS 4TH Inf / his horn made 1848”, crossed rifles, mounted rider, crossed American flags, cannon, cannon balls, buildings, insect damage around base; 11” dark horn, banded tall wood plug, carved sculpted tack attached spout, with carved combination stopper & measure. Old collection tags. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-14/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4538. GROUP OF EARLY 18TH & 19th PRIMING HORNS. 7” flat horn dated 1800 on base band, brass mounted with forged spring loaded charger; 8” flat horn with forged iron charger, light scrimshawed design and date 1844; 10” stag of wheellock era, 5” forged belt hook; 14” green horn, screwed in wood knob to plug. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-16/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4539. GROUP OF EARLY 18TH & 19th ARTILLERY PRIMING HORNS. 3 are 14” with screwed in wood filling knob, one has unusual brass hinged cap for filling. 11” straight horn has unit markings on charger “3 I. C. B. 32”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-17/JS). NONGUN. $1,500-2,500.

4540. LARGE GROUP OF LARGE VINTAGE POWDER HORNS. Fine group of the largest horns, ranging from 12” to 22”, some with stoppers, light carvings on some, old collection tags. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-5/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4541. GROUP OF 18th & 19th CENTURY HORNS WITH POWDER MEASURE CHARGERS. 8 early horns with brass patent tops from style found on manufacture flasks, ranging in styles, sizes 8” to 18” including largest horn with “G ROE / MAKER / PATENT” marked charger with decorated 3.5” carved wood plug with star; 12” with German silver bands, base, & charger; 9” triangular shaped with “BOCHE A PARIS” stamped heavy brass charger with glass windows, old collection tag says 1983 Flayderman; 12” relief carved horn, pierced brass lanyard eyelets; 8” German silver mounted horn with cord, nicely scrimshawed train and ships. CONDITION: good to very good overall, several have old collection numbered tags. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224847-1/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,000.

4542. GROUP OF 10 VINTAGE POWDER HORNS. Ranging in size from 8” to 13”, one 11” scrimshawed “SAMUEL TITUS 1807” carved stopper, brass tacked plug. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224847-11/JS). NON-GUN. $1,0002,000.

4543. GROUP OF 14 VINTAGE POWDER HORNS. Ranging in size from 7” to 11”, two are dated with scant carving, several have stoppers, old collection tags. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-15/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4544. GROUP OF 9 RAISED RELIEF CARVED POWDER HORNS. Variety of shapes and sizes, all have raised carved relief design, mostly 19th century, 7” to 15”, one named 10” “J SMITH / HANGTOWN / 1850”, old collection tags. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-8/JS). NONGUN. $1,000-2,000.

4545. GROUP OF 17 EARLY FLINTLOCK PRIMING HORNS. 16 range from 3”-5”, one 6”, several have stoppers. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224847-12/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4546. GROUP OF 8 VINTAGE “LIBERTY CAP” SHAPED POWDER HORNS. Ranging from 6” to 8”, variant construction, 2 have scrimshawed design. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-2484713/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4547. 5 EARLY POWDER HORNS. 1) 10 1/2” Horn flattened on one side with a turned spout and wooden butt cap carved “CPS”. The flattened side is engraved with an upturned swag encompassing a monogram over “1760”, all surmounted by a royal crown. 2) 9” Horn with a brass charger on the spout and a brass butt cap. The are 2 brass suspension rings on the top of the horn. 3) 15” Horn of middle eastern manufacture with a large brass covering over the butt and the spout. There are 2 large brass suspension rings at the top. 4) 6 3/4” Horn with a turned spout and wooden butt plug. The horn has a 2” leather wrap and a leather thong for carrying, 5) 10” Horn with an elaborately carved butt plug pegged to the end of the horn. The spout is carved with a human face. CONDITION: all horns show light wear and some with very minor losses.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0224660/BF). $800-1200.

4548. GROUP OF 6 VINTAGE IRON MOUNTED HORNS. 12” iron mounted powder horn, 2 large iron carrying rings. Four 12” iron mounted dark storage horns; 12” decorative green horn with 6 brass hooks and cushioned top, blue cord. CONDITION: good overall, iron patina.

PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24847-6/JS). NON-GUN. $300-500.

4549. 17TH CENTURY ITALIAN MUSKETEER’S TRIANGULAR POWDER HORN. 10.5x8x2.5” iron bound cloth covered wood frame. CONDITION: good, powder release flange is restored, heavy iron patina. (02-25344/JS). NON-GUN. $500-800.

4549A. PEARL INLAID PEARL SILVER MOUNTED “BARUTDAN” POWDER FLASK. 8” x 6” Indian late Victorian era gunpowder flask made from a hollowed-out nautilus shell with intricately scrimshawed panels of mother-of-pearl are applied throughout, heavy engraved silver cap with attachment ring. The nacre surfaces have bright iridescence in light which makes this form so appealing & beautiful. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, plug in spout is frozen in place by age, one hairline does not affect aesthetic.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25283-1/JS). NON-GUN. $400-800.

4550. 17TH TO 18TH CENTURY CONTINENTAL POWDER HORN. A fine example of a Mid-17th century to 18th century continental flattened powder horn with engraving on both sides. One side has a very well articulated buck with complimenting scroll work. The other side is more simply decorated with scroll work that mirrors the other side. The spout is creatively carved as a serpent’s head with open mouth topped by a brass ring. The butt cap appears to be fruit wood and is pegged in place. CONDITION: the horn as a whole is beautifully done and remains in excellent condition with only superficial wear. (02-25348/BF). $400-600.

4550A. IVORY MOUNTED INDIAN “BARUTDAN” POWDER FLASK, CIRCA 1850. 8” x 7” Indian mid-19th century gunpowder flask made of carved wood inset and mounted with numerous sculptured ivory insets, 2 wrought iron eyelets and carrying rings. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, ivory has numerous small hairlines as expected from age, complete including carved ivory plug which fits a little loose, iron patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25283-2/JS). NON-GUN. $700-900.

4551. MID-17TH CENTURY GERMAN BURL WOOD

POWDER FLASK. A beautiful 5” round body flask made of expertly turned, exquisitely grained burl wood with an embellished brass spout and spring loaded closing lever. The center of the flask has a silver 8 petal flower on each side. The rectangular strap guides are also brass. CONDITION: overall very light wear, a superb example. (0224394/BF). $700-1000.

4551A. 19TH CENTURY MOTHER-OF-PEARL & IVORY MOUNTED “BARUTDAN” POWDER FLASK. 8” x 7”, 4” diameter top with spout, Indian mid-19th century gunpowder flask made of wood inset and mounted with numerous sculptured mother-of-pearl & ivory insets, 2 wrought iron eyelets and carrying rings. Spout has threaded brass fitting attached to carved ivory plug. CONDITION: very good overall, the side without pearl insets has large repair with later added ivory insets and red putty around edges. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25283-3/JS). NONGUN. $700-900.

4552. RARE US LIFE SAVING SERVICE POWDER FLASK. 9” James Dixson, “Improved Patent” smooth flask stamped “USLSS” on both sides. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-4/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4553. TWO RARE EARLY FRENCH POWDER FLASKS. 9” brass bound horn stamped on charger “PARAU’n DE GROSSET INV’R / FARQUE / 1929”; 8.5” violin shaped embossed “BOCHE A PARIS” stamped patent charger. CONDITION: both sound, small denting in Boche. Horn has scattered insect damage, some filled. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-13/JS). NON-GUN. $1,0003,000.

4553A. PAIR OF INDO-PERSIAN POWDER FLASKS. Large 12” embossed heavy leather with sculpted wrought iron sling swivel, pierced iron plug cap, Stone’s Glossary describes these as Persian circa 1800. Other flask is braised iron with twisted copper wire & engraved decoration, spring loaded lever operates spout. CONDITION: good overall, iron patina, scuffed dry leather, both complete and functional. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (0225283-4/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

4554. FOUR POWDER FLASKS. 2 reproduction Colt flasks, one made by Dixson, original Mississippi rifle flask with altered charger, “WS” inspection on body, reproduction Mississippi rifle flask. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-1/JS). NON-GUN. $300-500.

4555. FIVE UNUSUAL POWDER FLASKS. 10” flask with patent charger with glass windows and rotating top, 9” gun stock, 10.5” massive bulbous, oblong & oval flasks. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224848-5/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

4556. NO LOT

4557. TEN DIFFERENT PISTOL FLASKS. 10 flasks ranging from 3” to 5” including: 3” Sykes with most varnish retained, 4.5” Skyes, 5” clamshell decorated Patent marked with leather collar & much varnish, white metal 4” Dixson hallmarked 3-compartment, 3.75” “AB Paris”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-15/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4559. TEN MULTI-COMPARTMENT PISTOL FLASKS FOR POWDER, CAP, & BALL. Ranging from 4.5” to 5”. CONDITION: fair to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-17/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4558. TEN DECORATED PISTOL POWDER FLASKS. Ranging from 4” to 4.5”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-16/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4560. TEN MULTI-COMPARTMENT PISTOL FLASKS FOR POWDER, CAP, & BALL. Ranging from 4” to 6”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: Norman Greenberg estate collection. (02-24848-19/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4561. TEN DECORATED PISTOL POWDER FLASKS. Ranging from 4” to 5”, six have cap & ball compartments in bases, one scarce twisted dolphin design. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (0224848-23/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4562. SEVEN SCARCE BRASS BOUND EARLY HORN POWDER HORNS. Four have the early cylindrical chargers often associated with Paterson shotguns & rifles, 6.5” to 8”. 7” leather covered with cut-out windows to see powder levels, 8” white metal bounded, 4” round. CONDITION: 2 with insect damage, 7” Paterson style has break out on one side, charger stamped “2”. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-24/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4563. TEN DIFFERENT MULTI-COMPARTMENT PISTOL FLASKS FOR POWDER, CAP, & BALL. Ranging from 4.5” to 5”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-25/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4564. TEN SMALL MULTI-COMPARTMENT PISTOL FLASKS FOR POWDER, CAP, & BALL. Ranging from 3” to 4”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norman Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-26/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4000.

4565. 10 SYKE’S PATENT POWDER FLASKS. Thomas Sykes and family are among the earliest powder flask manufacturers in Sheffield. Several rarely seen varieties of “Syke’s Patent” rifle & shotgun flasks: three 6”, 7”, 8” leather covered, 8” German silver, 8” wicker covered, 10” fluted, 6” oval, 8” rectangular, 8” tin flask with patent measure, and name inscribed 7.5”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-3/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4566A. FINE GROUP OF 8 JAMES DIXON RIFLE & SHOTGUN POWDER FLASKS. 9” embossed design with patent charger with glass windows and rotating top, 9” tin flask with 2 glass windows & patent powder measure charger, 8” embossed rifle stock, 8.5” with applied white metal oval hunting scene, 7.5” & 10” leather covered flasks, 7.5” white metal, 8” embossed varnished violin shaped flask. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-11/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4566. FINE GROUP OF 10 DIFFERENT JAMES DIXON RIFLE & SHOTGUN POWDER FLASKS. 10.5” embossed design with patent charger, 8” 1836 presentation flask, 8.5” embossed rifle stock, 8” with applied round embossed rooster & “LIRETY”, 8” & 9” & 10” leather covered flasks, 8.5” basketweave embossed, 9” nicely varnished flute and ball embossed. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-7/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4567. FINE GROUP OF 10 HAWKSLEY RIFLE & SHOTGUN POWDER FLASKS. Ten variations of Hawksley flasks with different Hawksley, Sheffield markings including 9.5” tin flask with massive 6-dram charger, 8.5” white metal embossed, 8” leather covered with patent charger, 8” with applied oval hunting scene. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-8/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4568. GROUP OF 10 AMERICAN PATENT RILE & SHOTGUN FLASKS. Grouping contains 4 different American Flask & Cap company flasks measuring 7”, 8”, 9”, and 10.5”; 10.5” “CAPEWELL’S PAT. AUG. 24, 18--; 7” embossed “J. MATTHEWSON / NEW HAVEN CT”; 9” embossed hunting scene “J. MATTHEWSON”; 7.5” embossed “FRITH PATENT”; 8” embossed “J.S. RILEY PATENT”; 8” embossed dog’s head “GROF MAKER PATENT”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-9/JS). NONGUN. $2,000-4,000.

4570. NINE BRITISH MAKER MARKED RIFLE & SHOTGUN POWDER FLASKS. Flasks are all about 8”, 3 are Snider marked with rifle logo, 4 are “BARTRAM & CO-EXTRA QUALITY” marked, 2 are early “JAMES BARLOW &CO-IMPROVED PATENT” marked. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-18/JS). NONGUN. $1,500-2,500.

4569. GROUP OF 10 DECORATED RIFLE & SHOTGUN POWDER FLASKS. Ranging 7” to 8” including twisted dolphin and other unique designs. CONDITION: good to very good overall, small hole on one face of dolphin flask. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-10/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4571. GROUP OF 9 UNUSUAL POWDER FLASKS. Group includes two 4” round flasks, 8” carved wood, small Japanese leather covered gold paint & bone, two 1” cylindrical flasks measuring 3” & 4”; two 1.25” diameter 4” & 5”; 6.5” brass telescoping powder measure. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-22/JS). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,500.

4572. GROUP OF 11 DIFFERENT PISTOL POWDER FLASKS. Ranging in size from 4” to 6”, one unusual 6” with cap compartment next to charger. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-20/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4573. GROUP OF 10 DIFFERENT BRASS RIFLE & SHOTGUN POWDER FLASKS. All unmarked including 5.5” double sided eagle flask, others measure 6.5” to 9”. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-6/JS). NON-GUN. $1,0001,500.

4574. 8 PISTOL POWDER FLASKS. 7 have eagles, one has pistol, 2 marked “Remington Arms”. CONDITION: good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-12/JS). NONGUN. $800-1,200.

4575. NINE POWDER & SHOT FLASKS. Unusual assortment including blue painted carved wood flask marked “AO NIEDNER, BOWASIIAC, MICH”. Riling’s powder flask book states he made these in the 1930s and pictures them on pages 441-443; embossed leather shot flask marked 3 lbs; two glass flasks with shot and original wooden plugs; 4” round brass bounded Arabic style dated 1862; green painted Hazard Powder flask; 6” amber glass flask pictured page 439 in Riling, # 1519. CONDITION: good to very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24848-21/JS). NON-GUN. $300-600.

4576. RARE SIEBE GORMAN & CO. LTD. 1878 “SMOKE HELMET” WITH BELLOWS. Fireman’s “Smoke Helmet” mfg. by Siebe Gorman & Co. LTD. circa. 1878. Siebe Gorman was prominent name for diving gear in the 1830s, and was the first company to register the “Smoke Helmet’. The Smoke Helmet was designed for rescue use for firemen, with the operator having fresh air pumped to the helmet via a bellow that was operated by another crew member outside. This example exhibits a brass data plate that reads “EVERYTHING FOR SAFETY EVERYWHERE/ SIEBE GORMAN & CO LTD/ NEPTUNE WORKS/ CHESSING, SURREY/ MANUFACTURERS OF/ MINE & INDUSTRIAL SAFETY APPLIANCES”. Brown leather construction, with brass top. The view port is riveted to the mask itself and features 2 hinged aluminum framed mica panels. A rubberized canvas hose protrudes from either side of the helmet from iron fittings and terminate in a single threaded hose nozzle at the rear. Bellow is constructed of iron, wood, and leather. Strips of brass tacks are present on the edges of the wood fittings, as well as along the central edge of the leather bellow section. Wood broom type handle terminates in a brass socket. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: document detailing the history of the Siebe Gorman Smoke Helmet. CONDITION: helmet is good, showing mild exterior wear, as well as scattered marks from handling and storage. Leather remains malleable, with some age related cracking and crazing present on the neck cowl and tassels. Brass parts have acquired a pleasing patina. Mica viewing windows show some small scratches, as well as areas of delamination. Bellow is very good overall, showing some losses to its red painted exterior on the stand plate. These Siebe Gorman & Co. LTD. “Smoke Helmets” are seldom encountered outside of museums and private collections, making for a rare opportunity for one to acquire an intriguing part of 19th century fire fighting history. (02-25147/MLW). $3,000-4,000.

4577. SUPERB VERY EARLY VICTORIAN COPY OF A MAXIMILIAN HELMET. An extremely well made early Victorian copy of a rare Maximilian style helmet popular in Germany during the early 16th Century. The fluted decoration was an incremental development of the plain armor popular in the 15th century. The flutes were thought to deflect points and blades of the enemy better than plain armor and added to its structural strength. The style was possibly first made for Emperor Maximilian I, also known as the “Last Knight”, of Germany. The flutes in the helmet, as well as the armor, imitated the pleated clothing that was the height of European fashion at the time. The helmet has a full 10 slot visor, deep flutes to the body and neck flaps, and a plume holder in the rear. CONDITION: the helmet is exceptionally solid and shows an attractive rich patina on both the interior and exterior surfaces. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24756/BF). $3000-5000.

4578. RARE MAXIMILIAN COMPOSITE HELMET. A well restored rare Maximilian style helmet popular in Germany during the early 16th Century. This example has some components that are worn and show a deep patinated finish indicating that part of the helmet is of period production. The fluted decoration was an incremental development of the plain armor popular in the 15th century. The flutes were thought to deflect points and blades of the enemy better than plain armor and added to its structural strength. The style was possibly first made for Emperor Maximilian I, also known as the “Last Knight”, of Germany. The flutes in the helmet, as well as the armor, imitated the pleated clothing that was the height of European fashion at the time. The helmet has a full 8 slot visor, moderate fluting, a single neck flap, and holes for a missing plume holder in the rear. CONDITION: the helmet is reasonably solid and shows a rich patina on both the interior and exterior surfaces. There are a few extra holes in the top and rear of the body. The right visor rivet is loose but present. There is a small separation at the rear bottom left of the helmet body with a rivet repair. (02-25207/BF). $3,000-5,000.

4579. CLOSED BURGONET HELMET OF THE EARLY 17TH CENTURY. A scarce closed burgonet helmet of the early 17th century possibly of German/Swiss origin. It has a large moveable peaked visor with a riveted facial area covering, showing 2 eye openings and 5 vent holes on each side. There is a small comb at the crown of the helmet with a hole and a small cutout area likely to attach ornamentation. The 1-piece cheek plate is rivet hinged to the body and riveted to the front neck plate. The rear neck plate is riveted to the helmet body and there is a drilled hole in the neck plate. The burgonet is generally open faced but can be found closed as in this example. It is generally lighter than previous helmets. They were typically worn by cavalry such as cuirassiers, hussars and lancers, but could occasionally be seen on infantry troops. The burgonet was a common sight on all European battlefields of the period but were particularly favored by the English, Polish and Swiss. CONDITION: a solid helmet with a great patina both inside and out. The hinges are quite tight as are most of the rivets. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24344/BF). $2000-4000.

4580. EARLY BURGONET HELMET LIKELY OF ENGLISH MANUFACTURE. A classic burgonet, or Burgundian sallet, of the late 16th to early 17th century. It has a large fixed peaked visor above the facial opening and a large comb at the crown of the helmet. The cheek pieces are riveted to hinges which is in turn riveted to the body of the helmet. The neck plate is also riveted to the body and has two holes at the midpoint likely to aid in hanging the helmet. The burgonet is generally open faced and lighter than previous helmets. They were typically worn by cavalry such as cuirassiers, hussars and lancers, but could occasionally be seen on infantry troops. The burgonet was a common sight on all European battlefields of the period but were particularly favored by the English, Polish and Swiss. CONDITION: a very solid helmet with a great patina both inside and out. Hinges are tight as are most all of the rivets. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24707/BF). $2000-4000.

4581. NORTHERN EUROPEAN 1650 LOBSTER

TAIL HELMET. A nice example of a Dutch or German lobster tailed horseman’s helmet dating from 1640-1660. It was developed in Europe from a helmet used by the Ottoman Turks in the early 1600s. Characteristically, this helmet has a loop at the top with 6 raised ridges down the body of the helmet. It has a four section articulated tail and a single nasal bar that is stamped “ (armor’s mark) Z H 3 “. The helmet has a separately attached visor and two vented ear flaps. CONDITION: the helmet is quite solid with a great early patina. The leather on the reverse of the lobster appears original, however the leather on the ear flaps seems to be an early replacement. The nasal bar appears to be correct with a good patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24721/BF). $1500-2500.

4582. VICTORIAN COPY OF AN ENGLISH MEDIEVAL

HELMET. This imposing medieval iron helmet is a Victorian copy of a popular style known as a great helm. The helmet is just shy of 12” tall and also nearly 12” from front to back. It shows riveted construction with 4 vent holes in the top and 19 on the right front with 18 on the left front. It may have the slight remains of some painted decoration. CONDITION: this helmet has a heavy dark, somewhat crusty, patina. All rivets are tight as are the seams.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0224702/BF). $800-1200.

4583. VICTORIAN COPY OF A 15TH CENTURY COVENTRY SALLET. This is a well made iron copy of an English sallet of a style popular around 1460 during The War of the Roses period in England. It is an early representative copy of an extremely rare style with only 1 or 2 originals known to exist. This English style is referred to as a high crowned variant and differs from the low crowned examples popular in Italy and Germany. CONDITION: the helmet remains quite solid showing some surface oxidation mixed with a dark early patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24704/BF). $800-1200.

4584. MORION OR CABASSET

TRANSITIONAL HELMET. This period helmet appears to be a transitional style between a morion and a cabasset showing characteristics of each. The exterior has the characteristic point on the top and hole in the front of the brim for hanging. There are a series of holes where the rivets for the band were, and the front has 4 holes possibly for a plume holder(s). The interior has a layer of early black paint, and the underside of the brim has a wash of red paint. CONDITION: this earl helmet does show its age but it is very solid. There is no lining or band, and the body has a few extra small holes. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0224654/BF). $700-1000.

4585. JAPANESE HINENO ZUNARI

KABUTO WITH FOUR SHIKORO.

This black enameled Hineno Zunari Kabuto was made of three to four iron plates in a simple design to facilitate mass production. It has an integral mabishashi and 4 shikoro with smaller fukigaeshi. The ukebari is a coarse blue material a similarly colored shinobi no o. CONDITION: Helmet show light overall wear with nearly all of the black enamel finish intact. The shikoro cords are all complete and intact. The shinobi no o and ukebari are worn but complete. (02-25136/BF). $1500-2500.

4586. 17TH TO 18TH CENTURY ENGLISH IRON BREASTPLATE. A good example of an early English iron breastplate from the 17th to early 18th century. This breastplate is hand forged with museum quality replaced leather attachment straps and rivets for display purposes. Breastplate has a raised medial ridge as normally seen along with a small hole near the top for hanging.

CONDITION: iron has a dark ancient patina. leather straps and rivets show light wear.

PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24748/BF). $800-1300.

with intricate designs and pierced ovals. The crossguard measures 12” across and is also quite ornate. The motif of the knuckle bow and the massive pommel match the rest of the sword. Wire wrapped gip with Turk’s head knots above and below. CONDITION: blade has a lightly cleaned medium gray mottled patina and the hilt generally shows light wear with a medium gray patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24765/BF). $3000-5000.

saber from the late 16th to the early 17th century often termed a Sinclair saber or Dusagge saber. This example measures 35” overall with a curved 28 1/4” single fuller blade adorned with cabalistic signs and dated 1632. The words “ PRO CHRISTO “ and “ ET PATRIA “ or “ FOR CHRIST “ and “ FOR THE COUNTRY “ also appear on this hefty blade. The iron hilt has a 7” S-shaped crossguard with one sweeping branch and a thumb ring. The classic half-basket guard is adorned with a cut out cross design. Very large low trapazoidal pommel with a lineal decorated finish. Wire wrapped grip with no Turk’s head knots at the ends. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a light gray cleaned patina. The hilt has a slightly darker patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25285/BF). $3000-5000.

4589. 17TH CENTURY EUROPEAN RAPIER. A small ornate European rapier likely originating from Italy or Venice. Overall length is 44” and the blade length is 37”. The diamond cross section blade has a central fuller that appears to have a Lain inscription on both sides. The crossguard measures 8” and terminated in human fists. There are pas d’ane type features that also terminate in human fists. The hand guard repeats this motif with a centered shield with a family crest. Hollow banded pommel and spirally carved wooden grip.

CONDITION: blade has a dark mottled patina. Hilt generally shows light wear. Grip is undamaged. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24776/BF). $2000-3000.

4590. LATE 16TH TO EARLY 17TH CENTURY SINCLAIR SABER. to the early 17th century often termed a Sinclair saber or Dusagge saber. This example measures 37” overall with a plain curved 31” blade with a single fuller. The iron hilt has a 10 1/2” crossguard with sweeping branches and a thumb ring. The classic half-basket guard is adorned with a cross that has heart terminals. Very large trapezoidal pommel with a wire wrapped leather grip that has Turk’s head knots at the ends. No scabbard.

CONDITION: blade has a medium gray lightly cleaned patina. The hilt has a similar patina with no notable damage. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24717/BF). $2000-4000.

4591. 18TH CENTURY EUROPEAN LINSTOCK. A fine European linstock from the mid-18th century that measures 94 1/2” overall with a 13 1/2” head and an 8” blade. This early example has a spear point blade and two dragon headed match rope holders connected directly to the socket and shaft. The 5 1/2” socket connects to the 12 1/2” straps on both sides. The early, if not original, reeded shaft appears to be possibly maple and the bladed buttcap measures 10 1/4”. CONDITION: iron has a medium to dark gray patina and the haft is undamaged. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24744/BF). $1500-2500.

backsword of the early 18th century with a stylized eagle or hawk head pommel. This early sword measures 43” overall with a double fuller of each side. The iron hilt has a flattened cross guard and knuckle bow with a pierced semi-basket guard. The bulbous pommel is adorned with a stylized eagle of hawks head. Wire wrapped grip with plain ferrules. No Scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark overall patina with some very light pitting. The hilt has a similar patina as the blade. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24746/BF). $2000-3000.

cross guard with triple loop guard and triple counterguard. Lineal decorated spherical pommel with wire wrapped grip terminated by Turk’s head knots. CONDITION: blade has a lightly cleaned medium gray patina and the hilt generally shows light wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24764/BF). $2000-3000.

attractive silver hilt with a slightly S-shaped guard with the left quillon drilled to attach a chain guard. Very well executed, yet folky, dog head pommel with the other end of the chain guard attaching to the mouth. Silver wire wrapped wooded grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: it appears that about the first 14” of the blade was blued as is occasionally seen in swords of the last half of the 18th century. The rest of the blade has a mottled gray patina. Hilt generally shows light overall wear. (02-25193/BF). $2000-3000.

UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: collection notes. CONDITION: very good overall, cleaned iron patina, welded repair to old break in the large thumb ring, blade has staining and pitting, chip in cutting edge. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (0225286/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

undulations. There is a short shallow fuller that has a stamped inscription, and at the end of the fuller is an armorer’s mark. Plain 2 branch guard of a semi-basket form with a pillow type pommel and a carved wood grip. No scabbard. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24789/BF). $1000-2000.

4597. 2 BRITISH PATTERN 1796 STYLE INFANTRY OFFICER’S SWORDS OF THE VICTORIAN ERA. 1) A very nice example of a British officer’s sword measuring 40” overall with a 32 1/4” partially etched blade. The etching includes foliate motifs with initials and a makers mark that reads “HAMBURGER ROGERS & CO. 50 KIN ST COV’NT GARDEN LONDON”. Gilded brass hilt with a single boat guard, wire wrapped grip, and a globular pommel topped by a mushroom capstan. Gilded brass mounted black leather scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a gray patina, and the hilt shows traces of original gilding. Scabbard is solid, and the mounts show only a trace of original gilded finish. 2) A fine example of a British officer’s sword measuring 37 1/2” overall with a 31 1/4” plain blade. The etched makers mark reads “ANDREWS 9 PALL MALL”. Gilded brass hilt with a folding guard, silvered wire wrapped grip, and a globular pommel topped by a mushroom capstan. Gilded brass mounted black leather scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a light gray patina, and the hilt retains most of its original gilded finish. Scabbard is very solid, and the mounts show nearly 100% of their original gilding. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24663/BF). $1000-1500.

4598. BRITISH PATTERN 1796 LIGHT CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER. A British officer’s saber that appears to be of pattern 1796 Light Cavalry form. The saber measures 33 1/4” overall with a 27 1/2” blade that is etched with descending crescents. There are no makers mark on the blade. Gilded brass hilt with spade langets and drop disk quillon. Well articulated lion head pommel tops a reverse P guard. grip is of an off white organic material and has crosshatching throughout. Gilded brass mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: blade is worn and heavily cleaned with notable pitting. Hilt shows wear and retains portions of its original gilded finish. Grip has a tiny loss on one edge. Scabbard mounts retain a trace of gilded finish, and the body shows heavy wear but remains solid. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24740/BF). $900-1400.

4599. BRITISH P1796 FOOT OFFICER SWORD & GERMAN SMALLSWORD. 1) An example of a British P1796 infantry officer’s sword with an etched blade and a single small fuller. The etching includes a spray of arms, crowned “GR”, and various foliate motifs. Gilded brass hilt with a double kidney guard, foliate embellished pommel, and a wire wrapped grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: the blade has a gray mottled patina with evidence of cleaned pitting. Hilt retains about 60% of the original gilded surface. 2) A nice central European, possibly German, smallsword measuring 36” in length with a 29” plain blade. The blade has several stampings near the hilt. Gilded brass hilt has exceptionally high pas d’ane and a wire wrapped grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade shows some staining and may have been sharpened many years ago. Hilt retains traces of its original gilded finish. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24672/BF). $800-1200.

$600-1000.

4601. 18TH CENTURY ENGLISH SPONTOON. A fine British spontoon from the last half of the 18th century that measures 85 1/2” overall with a 14 3/4” head and a 9 1/4” blade. This classic example has a bulbous blade and a narrow crossbar having a 4” socket and 2 1/2” straps on both sides. The shaft appears to be good old English oak and the conical buttcap measures 3 1/4”. CONDITION: iron has a medium gray patina and the haft is undamaged. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24741/BF). $8001200.

4602. BRITISH “1742 PATTERN” INFANTRY HANGER. An 18th century infantry hanger likely originating from England. The sword measures 31” overall with a single fullered 24 3/4” blade featuring a running fox on each side as well as the stamped date “1747” which may be spurious. Brass hilt featuring a heart-shaped guard and a flat quillon. The hilt also features a wooden grip, plain knuckle bow, and globular pommel. No scabbard. CONDITION: sword shows moderate wear throughout. The blade has a dark mottled patina and the hilt has a pleasing mellow patina. The grip has lost its wire wrap and the wood has an age crack. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24786/BF). $500-800.

4603. EARLY 19TH CENTURY FRENCH OFFICER’S MAMELUKE SWORD. This mameluke style saber is likely of French manufacture for an officer of the late Napoleonic era or just after. It measures 35” overall and has a 29” etched blade. The blade has an exagerated arc and is etched with foliate motifs, flag, sprays of arms, and a ribbon with French words. The S-shaped guard is white brass and is terminated with acorn quillons. The grips appear to be a highly polished light wood or possibly certifiably antique ivory. The chain guard is missing but the attachment rings are present. White brass scabbard with an iron drag. CONDITION: blade shows wear but the etching is still pronounced. Grip shows age but is undamaged. scabbard is undented. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24738/BF). $1500-2500.

overall with an etched 30 1/2” blade. The blade etching is gold highlighted on a blued field and extends 8 1/2” up the blade. Etching includes a spray of arms and foliate motifs on both sides with an etched “ S H F “ near the hilt. Brass hilt with 3 branches joining at the knuckle bow and elongated elliptical langets. Wire wrapped leather grip and a solid brass scabbard. CONDITION: blade actually shows some original factory polish and the blue/gold decoration is nearly 100% intact. Hilt is undamaged with a pleasing patina a nearly complete grip. Scabbard has just a few tiny dents. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24769/BF). $7001100.

4605. M1854 FRENCH DRAGOON OFFICER SWORD. This is a French M1854 dragoon officer’s sword that measures 42 1/4” overall with a 36” plain double fullered blade. The blade has a star over “C” and a star over “G” stamp at the ricasso along with barely legible Klingenthal marks on the spine. Gilded brass hilt with 3 branches joining the knuckle bow. The base of each branch has leaf embellishments as does the pommel and knuckle bow, where it meets the pommel. Horn grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade shows minor staining, hilt has a pleasing patina with traces of original gilding remaining. Grip shows light wear with just a scant trace of wire remaining. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24688/BF). $700-1000.

4606. TWO FRENCH POST NAPOLEONIC OFFICER SWORDS. 1) French mounted officer’s saber measuring 38 5/8” overall with a 32 3/8” etched blade. There is gold highlighted etching at the base of the blade that features a mounted hussar with the words “V. HUSAR” in a ribbon on one side with a spray of arms on the other. Brass French style hilt with a one piece wooden grip showing diagonal lineal decoration. The guard feature elongated elliptical langets and the pommel has a sunburst design. Brass scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a gray patina with notable overall wear. Brass has been cleaned but is beginning to reacquire a pleasing patina. Scabbard has several shallow to mederate dents. 2) French mounted officer’s saber measuring 39 1/2” overall with a 32 1/2” etched blade. There is gold highlighted etching at the base of the blade that features a hunting horn on one side with a small spray of arms and sun on the other. Gilded brass French style hilt with a one piece wire wrapped leather covered grip. The guard feature elongated rectangular langets and the pommel has a raised diamond design at the very top. Gilded brass scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a light gray patina with minor staining. Gilt/Brass has been cleaned but is beginning to reacquire a pleasing patina. Scabbard has nearly no dents. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24771/BF), $700-1000.

A classic example of a Spanish colonial cup hilt rapier of the late 17th or 18th century. The overall length is 46 3/4” and the blade length is 39 1/4”. The blade has a 16 1/2” fuller extending from the cup with an inscription, possibly Latin, that reads “.:. ANNO .:. 1636 .:. PIETRO .:. HERNANDEZ .:. EN .:. TOLEDO .:. “ on one side an the opposite side reads “ .:. LIVERA .:. DOMINE >:. DE .:. INIMICIS .:. MEIS .:. “. The cup is about 6” in diameter and the crossguard measures11 3/4” across. There is an exaggerated knuckle bow with a bulbous pommel and wire wrapped grip. CONDITION: blade has a medium gray patina with light staining. The hilt has a similar gray patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24754/BF). $1200-1600.

4609. 16TH OR 17TH CENTURY GERMAN MAIN GAUCHE OR SHORT SWORD WITH LEAF GUARD.

likely a parrying dagger or main gauche, but could be considered a short sword. It measures 22 1/4” overall with a plain 16 1/8” blade. The guard is made up of two tapering spiral appendages on each side and a huge, well designed and formed, 6 3/8” oak leaf guard. Inverted bell pommel with the original carved wooden grip. The main gauche was generally carried in the left hand during a sword fight for added lethality and was occasionally referred to as a “left hand dagger”. CONDITION: blade has a dark lightly cleaned patina with universal cleaned pitting. The iron hild also has a dark lightly cleaned patina. The grip has a large age crack and has minor losses. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24763/BF). $1500-2250.

basket guard is adorned with a scallop shell design. Very large mushroom pommel with a stippled finish. Wire wrapped grip that has Turk’s head knots at the ends. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a medium gray cleaned patina. The hilt has a similar patina with a bit of non-detractive pitting. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Dr. Curtis S. Morse. (02-25287/BF). $1500-2250.

4611. EARLY EUROPEAN RAPIER LIKELY OF ITALIAN ORIGIN. A delicate example of a European rapier that was likely produced in Italy or a closely neighboring area. It measures 40 1/2” overall with a narrow 33 3/4” blade that has a 8 1/4” central fuller with prolific writing in the channel. The writing appears to be Latin but is illegible to to wear and oxidation. Steel hilt with a small fluted round guard and very high pas d’ane. There is a 4 1/8” crossguard and a fluted melon pommel. The lobed grip has a greenish cast but is difficult to identify. However, i believe it to be carved stone. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark mottled patina with evidence of cleaned pitting, and the hilt has a similar patina. Grip shows superficial wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24675/BF). $1400-2000.

4612. 2 18TH CENTURY EUROPEAN SWORDS. 1) A mid-18th century small sword measuring 30” overall with a plain triangular 23 1/4” blade. Brass hilt showing a double kidney guard with high pas d’ane and a globular down turned quillon. Silver wire wrapped grip with silver Turk’s head knots at the top and bottom. Plain knuckle bow with a globular pommel. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark mottled patina and may have been shortened. hilt is good with a mellow patina and a touch of verdigris. Grip wire is complete but slightly dislodged. 2) A good early hunting sword measuring 27 1/4” overall with a 22 1/4” blade with an armorer’s stamp on each side. Brass hilt with a down turned clam shell guard with 2 reclining figures. Decorated ferrule and knuckle bow with a globular quillon. Reeded dark horn grip and no scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark patina with nicks to the edge. Hilt is a bit worn but has a mellow patina. Grip has minor losses. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24680/BF). $10001500.

4613. PRE REVOLUTIONARY ERA EUROPEAN SMALL SWORD WITH COLICHEMARDE BLADE. An early example of a circa 1680 to 1720 small sword from the period relating to King William’s War and the war of Spanish Succession. This piece represents one of the first small swords developed after the decline of the rapier as an everyday sidearm. It measures 36” overall with a 29 1/2” colichemarde blade with etching consisting of arms, talismans, geometric and foliate decorations. Iron small sword hilt with silver inlays throughout. Hilt has a double kidney guard, tall pas d’ane, and a heavy crossguard with up & down quillons. Pillow type pommel with the original wire wrapped grip showing Turk’s head knots at the ends. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark patina and the tip may be reground. Hand guard is loose but complete, and the balance of the hilt shows average wear. (02-25195/BF). $1000-1500.

4614. 18TH CENTURY EUROPEAN HORSEMAN’S SABER. A well used veteran of several wars, this late 18th century European horseman’s saber is often associated with Germany or Holland but just about every European country had a version of this classic design. It measures 38” overall with a plain 32 1/2” three fullered blade that is likely German made. Brass hilt with a small down turned quillon and plain guard, knuckle bow and back strap. Plain bird’s head pommel with a raised capstan. Wire wrapped leather grip and no scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a gray patina with a few nicks the edge. Hilt has a pleasing patina. Grip has only a trace of leather remaining with portions of the cord that remain exposed and the wire dislodged. (02-25200/BF). 1000-1500.

4615. EUROPEAN HUNTING SWORD WITH BLADE DATED 1682. A very nice example of a hunting sword dating to the late 17th century of European, likely German, origin. The overall length is 28 3/4” and the “1682” dated blade measures 22 1/2” in length. The blade is also etched with running game and foliate motifs. Decorated brass guard, capstan, and ferrule. Wire wrapped wooden grip and no scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a overall dark gray mottled patina. The hilt has a pleasing patina both to the brass as well as the wood. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis.(02-24666/BF). $800-1400.

4616. 18TH CENTURY DUTCH OR GERMAN INFANTRY HANGER. An 18th century infantry hanger likely originating from Holland or Germany. The sword measures 33 1/4” overall with a plain single fullered 27 1/4” blade. Brass hilt featuring a heart-shaped guard with “AVC” chiseled into the base. The hilt also features a spiraling grip, drop quillon, plain knuckle bow, and globular pommel. No scabbard. CONDITION: sword shows light to moderate wear throughout. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (0224678/BF). $700-1000.

4617. 18TH CENTURY EUROPEAN HUNTING SWORD. A good example of a hunting sword dating to the 18th century of European, possibly French, origin. The overall length is 25 1/2” and the plain blade measures 20” in length. The blade has a deeply struck half-moon mark on each side. Brass hilt with winged angel head motifs on the guard, knuckle bow, and pommel. Antler grip and no scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a overall dark patina. The hilt has a pleasing patina but the quillon is missing. Grip has one inoffensive shrinkage crack. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis.(02-24668/BF). $400-600.

4618. REPRODUCTION SILVER HILTED BRITISH COURT SWORD. This sword appears to be a modern reproduction of a mid 17th or 18th century small sword with a beautifully etched blade. The sword measures 34 7/8” overall with a 28 3/4” blade. The blade has etched designs over the first 24” and is numbered “680” on the spine. Hallmarked silver hilt with a 2 branch guard and a knuckle bow. Wire wrapped grip. No scabbard. This sword was likely made in the mid-20th century for ceremonial wear and use. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24782/BF). $300-500.

4619. REPRODUCTION BRITISH SMALL SWORD WITH COLICHEMARDE BLADE. This sword appears to be a modern reproduction of a mid 18th century small sword with a Colichemarde blade. The sword measures 35” overall with a 27 1/2” blade. The blade has etched designs over the first 8” and is numbered “660” on the spine. Hallmarked silver hilt with boat shaped guard, rudimentary pas d’ane, twisted knuckle bow and incised pommel. Wire wrapped grip. No scabbard. This sword was likely made in the early to mid20th century for ceremonial wear and use. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24784/BF). $300-500.

Large conical style pommel with incised lineal design. Quartered wire wrapped grip with a ferrule and cap. CONDITION: The sword has a lightly mottled medium gray patina with some minor variation. The wire wrapped grip ha minor losses. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24774/BF). $5000-7000.

4621. 15TH CENTURY ENGLISH BROADSWORD FROM THE BAILEY COLLECTION. A splendid English broadsword of the 15th century in a style known to have been used during the Hundred Years War period. The Hundred Years War actually lasted 116 years and was fought between England and France over the Duchy of Aquitaine and the claim of Edward III to the French throne. This fine sword measures 38 3/4” overall with a tapering 31” blade. The blade has a slightly raised medial ridge and tapers evenly from 2 3/8” at the hilt. The plain crossguard measures 8 3/4” and the large decorated disk shaped pommel is 2 1/4” in diameter. The wood grip has a center bulge and appears to be English oak. This fine sword once was owned by William Bailey and was sold during his Cheshire Hall estate sale in 1898. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: Information on William Bailey and the sale of his collection. CONDITION: the sword has an overall ancient dark gray/brown patina, but there is little or no pitting. The grip is worn but not damaged. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24726/BF), $4000-6000.

Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24690/BF). $2000-3000.

death mask of Charles I of England. There are two branches at the front of the guard and four branches to the rear. The entire hilt is covered in exceptional foliate motifs. The globular pommel is decorated with designs to compliment the rest of the hilt. Leather covered wood grip with spiraling grooves. No scabbard. CONDITION: the blade shows heavy use as one would expect. It has a cleaned light gray patina with nicks to the edge. The hilt shows overall wear but no significant damage. Grip may be an early rewrap. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24732/BF). $1800-2800.

4624. 17TH CENTURY BRITISH MORTUARY HILT BACKSWORD. A great example of a 17th century English horseman’s backsword often termed a mortuary hilt that was quite popular during the English Civil War. This example measures 31 3/4” overall with a double fullered blade of 35”. The top fuller is stamped “ W * * E

* * S * * S “ ON BOTH SIDES. The stunning iron hilt has serpent like and foliate designs on the underside of the guard. There are two branches at the front of the guard and four branches to the rear. The entire hilt is covered in simple foliate motifs and two faces believed to be Charles I of England.. The globular pommel is decorated with designs to compliment the rest of the hilt. Wire wrapped gip with Turk’s head knots above and below. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a pleasing medium gray patina with only moderate wear. The hilt is solid with no notable faults. Grip may be a very early rewrap. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24734/BF). $1800-2800.

with a double fullered blade of 33 1/4” that has worn decoration and illegible words upon it. The impressive iron hilt has grotesque faces on the underside of the guard said to represent the death mask of Charles I of England. There are two branches at the front of the guard and four branches to the rear. The entire underside of the guard is covered in foliate motifs. The globular pommel is decorated with designs to compliment the designs under the guard. Wire wrapped leather covered wood grip with spiraling grooves. No scabbard. CONDITION: the blade shows heavy use as one would expect. It has a cleaned light gray patina with cleaned pitting. The hilt shows overall wear but no significant damage. Grip may be an very early rewrap. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24736/BF). $1500-2500.

stamped in each fuller “XXX IN SOLINGEN XXX”. Iron full basket hilt with interesting irregular lineal decoration topped by a mushroom cap 4 quadrant pommel. Wire wrapped sharkskin grip with Turkshead knots above and below. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is a bit worn with an even gray patina and the tip is somewhat rounded. Hilt is strong and undamaged. Grip may not be original but is at the hilt. The 2 fuller blade is likely of German origin and has etched decoration extending 7” up from the hilt. The etching includes stylized foliate motifs and sprays of arms. Iron full basket hilt, similar to Neumann 248.S, engraved on the largest band “ ONSLOW No 31 “ This engraving may refer to the Onslow Militia of North Carolina that was established in September of 1775 by the third North Carolina Provincial Congress. This local militia unit was involved in the American War of Independence and particularly, the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge and the Battle of Heron’s Bridge. It is also possible this fine sword may have been part of the royal arms belonging to the Earl of Onslow of the County of Shropshire and of the County of Surry in England. Good heavy mushroom style pommel cap with capstan. Wire wrapped grip with Turks head knots above and below.. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is worn with a mottled gray patina. Hilt is strong but very slightly misshaped with one break in the guard. Grip has been rewrapped with iron wire in at a later date. (02-24567/BF). $4,000-6,000.

4628. 19TH CENTURY SCOTTISH BASKET HILT BROADSWORD OF LT. R. ABERCROMBIE KIA AT ALMA. This historic sword has an overall length of 40” with a double fullered blade measuring 32 1/2”. The blade has a brass tag braised onto one side that reads “The sword of LT. R. ABERCROMBIE killed at the Battle of Alma 20th Sept. 1854”. Iron basket hilt with a plain pommel and wire wrapped sharkskin grip. Iron mounted leather scabbard. Lt. Robert Abercrombie was killed at the pivotal Battle of Alma during Crimean War when Britain, France and Turkey fought against Imperial Russian forces. His unit, the 93rd Sutherland Highlanders was singled out for conspicuous bravery and was the only regiment awarded the battle honor “BALACLAVA”. Because of the actions of the 93rd at the battle of Alma, they have since been known as “THE THIN RED LINE”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: 3 Pages of information about the 93rd Highlanders and Lieutenant Abercrombie. CONDITION: blade has a very dark patina as does the hilt. The guard has several breaks and missing pieces possibly from being struck by artillery fire. The scabbard has a gray patina on the mounts and the leather remains solid. (02-24568/BF). $1500-3000.

and has 4 half-moon talismans stamped into the blade. Iron full basket hilt with a hemispherical 4 quadrant pommel. Wire wrapped sharkskin grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is well worn with a mottled gray patina and a few minor nicks to edge. Hilt is strong and undamaged. Grip may not be original but is quite early. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24710/BF). $2000-3000.

broadsword measuring 33 1/2” overall with a 27 1/4” double edged blade that is 1 1/2” wide at the hilt. The single fuller blade is stamped in the fuller “ XX ANDRIA XX ARARA XX” on both sides. Iron full basket hilt with heart cutouts and donut like pommel with a capstan. Wire wrapped sharkskin grip. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is worn with a mottled gray patina and a few very minor nicks to edge. Hilt is strong and undamaged, but heavily cleaned. . Grip may not be original but is quite early and has Turkshead knots above and below. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24715/BF). $2000-3000.

4631. EARLY SCOTTISH BASKET HILT BACK SWORD. A fine example of an 18th century Scottish basket hilt backsword measuring 41” overall with a 34” single edged blade that is 1 5/16” wide at the hilt. The blade has a single wide fuller an is of European origin. There is some foliate etching extending 4” up from the hilt. Iron full basket hilt with open iron work squat spherical pommel. Wire wrapped sharkskin grip with Turks head knots above and below. No scabbard. CONDITION: blade is a bit worn with an even gray patina. Hilt is strong and undamaged. Grip is possibly original but may be an early replacement. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24713/BF). $1000-1500.

4632. HAND AND A HALF GERMAN BROADSWORD. This hand and a half broadsword is likely of German origin and measures 55” overall with a 45 1/2” double edged blade. The original early blade has a 12” central fuller with an armor’s mark at the end. There are symbols stamped in the valley of the fuller and circular adornments near the ricasso area. The brass guard appears to be newer and has been colored with cold blue. The octagonal grip has a sewn leather covering. The large pommel also has been colored with cold blue. CONDITION: the blade shows extensive use and has been heavily cleaned. The hilt shows light wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24686/BF). $1000-2000.

4633. 17TH CENTURY GERMAN BROADSWORD SIMILAR TO MORTUARY HILT. A massive example of a 17th century German horseman’s broadsword that closely resembles a mortuary hilt style. This example measures 40” overall with a five fullered plain blade of 33”. The huge iron hilt has simple lineal decoration on the underside of the guard. There are no branches at the front of the guard and four branches to the rear. The entire hilt is relatively plan with just floral like lineal motifs. The globular pommel is decorated with designs to compliment the rest of the hilt. Wood grip with spiraling grooves. No scabbard. CONDITION: the blade shows use with a mottled gray patina. The hilt shows overall wear but no significant damage. Grip shows wear with some worm holes. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24778/BF). $2500-3500.

4634. GERMAN 2 HANDED BROADSWORD. A very well made German two handed broadsword likely produced during the mid-19th century following a medieval pattern. The sword measures 56” overall with a 43 1/2” double edged blade. The cross guard is 13 1/2” long and is stamped in the center “ il 10: 1371 “ with another stamping on the right side that reads “ K2:6 “. Leather covered wooden grip and 3 3/4” diamond pommel. CONDITION: light wear overall with slightly more wear to the grip. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection

have a similar patina. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24728/BF). $2000-3000.

Turk’s head knots above and below. Large twisted melon pommel. CONDITION: light wear overall with wear and good patina on the hilt. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24730/BF). $2000-3000.

4637. SPANISH CUP HILT BROADSWORD. A very nice example of a Spanish colonial cup hilt broadsword of the late 17th or 18th century. The overall length is 40” and the blade length is 32 1/2”. The blade has a 9c 1/2” fuller extending from the cup with an inscription, possibly Latin, that reads “ + GIO ++ HNEGT ++ “ on one side an the opposite side reads “ + IN ++ SOLINGEN ++”. The cup is about 5 3/4” in diameter and the crossguard measures9 1/2” across. There is an exaggerated knuckle bow with a bulbous pommel and wire wrapped grip. CONDITION: blade has a dark gray mottled patina with staining. The hilt has a similar dark gray patina. The cup is loose and a bit misshaped. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24751/BF). $800-1200.

4638. EUROPEAN PLUG BAYONET AND ANGLOAMERICAN DIRK. 1)

BAYONET. A European, possibly German, plug bayonet with an overall measurement of 15 1/2” and a blade length of 9 1/2”. Plain spear point blade with a raised medial ridge. Iron crossguard, ferrule, and pommel with a turned wood grip that is likely a later replacement. Tooled leather sheath that is also likely a later replacement. CONDITION: blade has a dark patina with universal pitting. Grip shows light wear, as does the scabbard. 2) Dirk. A good well worn example of Anglo-American naval dirk measuring 21 1/4” overall with a plain unmarked 15 3/4” blade. Gilded brass hilt with a plain crossguard terminated by acorn like finials. Pillow style pommel with reeded grip of off white organic material. No sheath. CONDITION: blade is well worn and cleaned. Hilt shows light to moderate wear with losses to the gilded finish. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24651/BF). $800.1200.

4639. 17TH TO 18TH CENTURY STYLE BRASS & IRON DIRK. This dirk was likely created in the 20th century using mostly early original parts. It measures 20” overall with a 14 3/8” blade that is etched with a trumpeter and foliate decoration. The hilt has a brass guard and a steel faceted grip, all topped by a screw on brass urn shaped pommel. Leather scabbard. CONDITION: light to moderate wear throughout a pleasing patina on all metal. Scabbard shows light wear. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24646/BF). $250-500.

4640. ENGLISH SNAPHANCE LOCK. English snaphance lock assembly circa 1590-1620 purportedly found at Fort Popham, Maine. CONDITION: lock appears to have an old cleaning giving it a light gray appearance with scattered oxidation, pitting & some dings. (02-25203/MJC). $7001400.

4641. 1598 MODELLES ARTIFICES DE FEU ET DIVERS INSTRUMES DE GUER BY JOSEPH BOILLOT. This first edition 1598 French artillery manual was written by one of the most learned men of his time, Joseph Boillot. The book appears to have its original animal skin covers with the title page intact. Remarkably, it appears that all 90 intriguing engravings original to the book are intact. The book details the use of gunpowder and artillery in warfare. Boillot was an engineer in the army of Henry IV famous for the Edict of Nantes. CONDITION: despite its great age the volume is quite stable and easily read, if you speak French. The engravings are clear and quite interesting. The covers are solid and have protected the pages well for 427 years. (02-25208/BF). $500-1000.

blade. The blade has a 4 1/2” false edge and is etched with “MEMENTO MOR”, crosses, “RIP”, “DEATH”, “1892”, along with various foliate motifs. German silver crossguard with spherical quillons. Wonderful “death” figure sculpted horn/antler grip. No sheath. CONDITION: light wear overall. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24648/BF). $1000-1500.

4643. EXQUISTE CONTEMPORARY CARVED “MEMENTO MORI” POWDER HORN. 15” overall, full coverage, signed DMH on edge for Douglas M. Horn. Finely scrimshawed in 18th century style: “ROBT CALLENDER / His Horn Made / GREAT MEADOWS / Ye 9th July 1775”. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: typed letter from Douglas Horn to consignor, making this horn in 2004. CONDITION: very fine. (02-23976/JS). NON-GUN. $600-800.

4644. INDO PERSIAN MUGHAL INDIAN CHAIN

MAIL HELMET. An exceptionally finely crafted chain mail helmet of middle eastern or Indian manufacture. The chain mail is augmented by 13 beautiful iron and silver niello plates topped by a round plate with similar niello decorations, and a silvered plume holder at the top. CONDITION: light wear overall with no noticeable losses. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24656/BF). $800-1200.

4645. RELIC INDIAN TACKED & RAWHIDE HALF STOCK FOWLER WITH GOOD COLLECTION HISTORY. Cal. 69. NSN. Interesting relic with Sterling Fenn gallery tag, later sold by Jim Gordon to consignor. Half stock started life as Continental military musket with unknown proofs on triggerguard. Gun is almost totally wrapped in rawhide cords attached with iron tacks in decorative rows. If this old gun could tell us where it has been; I’m sure the colorful & well known American Indian expert Sterling Fenn (1937-2011) would have known its history, now lost. CONDITION: relic with weathered wood, rust and heavy iron patina, hammer frozen, bore has sandy concretion from muzzle to breech. PROVENANCE: Forrest Fenn and Jim Gordon collections. (01-26511/JS). ANTIQUE. $1,500-2,000.

4647. CONTEMPORARY PIPE TOMAHAWK. Big 10” head with brass inlays and cutout heart, 24” tacked, silver & lead inlaid stem, sharp 4.25” cutting edge, unknown maker but inked “04D3” on stem. CONDITION: fine overall, head has been chemically aged, stem distressed to emulate age. (02-25241/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4648. CONTEMPORARY PIPE TOMAHAWK. Heavy cast iron 8” head, 17.5” pewter mounted stem, 2.5” cutting edge. CONDITION: fine overall, head has been chemically aged, stem distressed to emulate age. (02-25242/JS). NON-GUN. $8001,200.

4649. CONTEMPORARY NATIVE AMERICAN PIPE TOMAHAWK. 9” forged & filed head with cutout heart, 24” tacked stem, 4” cutting edge, bowl lathe turned, unknown maker, appears older than most., it has that “vintage look”. CONDITION: fine overall, head has crack around junction of attaching bowl to eye. (02-25243/JS). NON-GUN. $800-1,200.

4650. EARLY NATIVE AMERICAN TEEPEE BAG. A large doe skin Native American teepee bag measuring approx. 12 1/2” x 19 1/2” at its widest point. The face of the bag has eight rows of white and faded red, wrapped quills. The edges of the bag are colorfully decorated with tightly sewn seed beads in yellow, dark blue, green, white, and red. There is a row of eight tin tinkle cones on each side enclosing dyed red horse hair. The back is plain, and the edges, of course, show similar seed bead decoration as the front. There were originally eight tinkle cones with red horse hair down the edges of the back also. The 2” closing flap has seed bead decoration in the center featuring red, white, blue, green, and yellow beads. The top of the flap has eight tin tinkle cones with dyed red horse hair. CONDITION: the body of the bag does show some staining and insect damage. There are a few sewn repairs and minor separations. The front has all of its tinkle cones intact; the back has four tinkle cones on the left, and six remaining on the right. The top flap retains all eight cones. The beaded decoration is better than 98% intact. (02-23587/BF). $3,000-5,000.

4651. FIRE BRANDED & TACKED NATIVE AMERICAN PIPE TOMAHAWK. 23” tacked over file branded haft with pewter mouth piece, 8” forged head with 2.75” unsharpened blade edge. Elliptical eye with flattened clean out plug. 19th century, Central Plains. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: old collection tag $3750 / from Glen [Mattox] Reno 2006. CONDITION: very good overall. (02-23979/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4653. 20TH CENTURY NAVAJO GANADO RED RUG.

The Ganado rug style is characterized by strong reds and diamond motifs. The style originated in Ganado, Arizona with the help of Lorenzo Hubbell, an early rug trader. The palate of reds seen in the Ganado rugs pay homage to some of the earliest known Navajo weavings. This particular rug measures approximately 78 X 52”. CONDITION: very light wear overall. (02-25272/BF). 20003000.

4652. 20TH CENTURY NAVAJO BURNTWATER RUG. The Burntwater rug style is characterized by earth tones and soft pastels. The style originated north of the Rio Puerco Valley in the vicinity of Sanders, Arizona. The Burntwater rugs combine the elements of design from the bordered rugs from Two Grey Hills and Ganado with the pastel color palate and earth tones of the Crystal region. This particular rug measures approximately 98” X 60”. CONDITION: very light wear overall. (02-25271/BF). 2000-3000.

Contemporary copy of

found

23” overall, sculpted and carved decorated handle terminating in 6” ball held by human hand. Consigner purchased this over 20 years ago from Bernard Kline, Newville, PA. CONDITION: very good overall, 2 age cracks on ball and little finger. (02-23977/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

4654. CONTEMPORARY CARVED NATIVE AMERICAN “HAND & BALL” WARCLUB.

war club

in Midwest museum.

4655. PAIR OF 14K WHITE GOLD PERIDOT & DIAMOND EARRINGS. Beautiful pair of earrings feature brilliant cut crown step cut pavilion cushion shaped Peridot measuring 12.12 x 8.54 x 6.06mm and 12.11 x 8.69 x 5.41mm with a total weight of 11.02ct mounted in 14k white gold (tested) openwork mounts w/ post backs. Circling each of the Peridot stones is a single row of 22 natural brilliant cut diamonds having a total weight of 0.72ct with SI1-SI3 clarity and G-H color. Total weight of the earrings is 8.2 grams. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: AIGL (American International Gemological Laboratories, Inc.) identifying the Peridot, diamonds and white gold. CONDITION: as new. One stone shows natural inclusions at one corner. (02-24243/JK). NON-GUN. $3,000-4,000.

4656. LADY’S 14K GOLD CUSHION CUT TANZANITE RING. Lovely lady’s 14k yellow gold (marked/tested) ring features a prong set center 3.74ct cushion brilliant cut natural tanzanite measuring 10.81 x 8.14 x 5.40mm with eye clean clarity, Type 1, bluish violet in color with a good cut.

Tanzanite is mounted in an openwork gallery. Surrounding the tanzanite, shoulder and top of the openwork shank are 60 prong set round brilliant cut diamonds measuring 1.0 - 1.0 x 0.60mm (est) with a total approx weight of the diamonds 0.22cttw, clarity of I1 to I2 with I-J color. SIZE: 6.25. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: GGL (Global Gem Labs, LLC) Appraisal identifying the tanzanite, diamonds and gold. CONDITION: as new. (02-24246/JK). NONGUN. $2,500-3,500.

4657. MASSIVE 2,896 CARAT FACETED RUBY CORUNDUM COMPOSITE GEMSTONE. This large oval faceted ruby is comprised of corundum; rock forming mineral which is naturally transparent. It is a crystalline form of aluminum oxide which typically has traces of iron, titanium, vanadium, and chromium. Stone measures 97.00 x 73.50 x 40.00mm in comm-fair range and comes in a red hinged box for presentation. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: GLA (Gemological Laboratory of America) of Beverly Hills, CA summary card identifying this stone, dated 08/27/2015. Red glossy laminated wood presentation box w/ white exterior box. CONDITION: very good to fine with a minor area of bruising on some faceted edges. (02-24247/JK). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4658. 279.45CT MIDNIGHT BLUE CORUNDUM SAPPHIRE PENDANT. Large oval faceted midnight blue corundum sapphire pendant. Corundum is a rock forming mineral which is naturally transparent. It is a crystalline form of aluminum oxide which typically has traces of iron, titanium, vanadium, and chromium. The sapphire measures 49.52 x 35.83 x 18.75mm and is mounted in a four prong silver setting with wavy design and openwork bale. Back of frame is marked “Sebastian” with a hallmark. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: GLA (Gemological Laboratory of America) card identifying the stone, setting showing Commercial-Fair quality and a stone weight of 279.45ct and a total weight of the pendant as 83.21 grams. CONDITION: chips to edges of some facets, otherwise very good. (02-24250/JK). NON-GUN. $2,000-3,000.

4659. MASSIVE 2,022.50 CARAT FACETED RUBY CORUNDUM COMPOSITE GEMSTONE. This oval faceted ruby is comprised of corundum; rock forming mineral which is naturally transparent. It is a crystalline form of aluminum oxide which typically has traces of iron, titanium, vanadium, and chromium. Stone measures 83.45 x 64.47 x 42.57mm in fair-good range and comes in a red hinged box for presentation. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: GLA (Gemological Laboratory of America) of Beverly Hills, CA summary card identifying this stone, dated 07/07/2015. Red glossy laminated wood presentation box w/ black exterior box. CONDITION: very good to fine with miniscule roughness on some faceted edges. (02-24249/ JK). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4660. BRONZE STATUES BY ROBINET TITLED CHARLES LE TEMERAIRE AND JEAN SANS PEUR. This beautiful pair of Bronze statues are by French artist Pierre Alfred Robinet (1814-1878) and are titled on the base Charles Le Temeraire and Jean Sans Peur. The statues are both just under 24” tall and the bases are nearly 8” in diameter. The bases are titled, marked “ROBINET”, and marked “Boyer”. Both figures wear elaborate suites of armor and capes. CONDITION: Peud is undamaged and Temeraire has the creature on his crown missing. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24806/BF). $1500-3000.

4661. COLLECTION OF 4 WALTER BAUMHOFER HUNTING & OUTDOOR PAINTINGS. Walter M. Baumhofer (1904-1987) graduate of the Pratt Institute and Brooklyn native, had long career as illustrator and artist. He painted illustrations for pulps, and magazines, a recent cover of a one of his pulp illustrations sold for over $80,000. 1) Oil on board, 27” x 19” in 31” x 22” frame, boar hunting in bamboo thicket. 2) Oil on board, 33” x 15.5” in 39” x 22.5” frame, leopard hunting at night with light in jungle scene. 3) Oil on board, 36” x 17” in 44” x 27” frame, plaque “A ROYAL FLUSH”, elk hunting in mountainous winter scene. 4) Oil on board, 25” x 19” in 35” x 28” frame, plaque “BACK PACKING” mountain scene with hikers and fly fisherman in lake in background. This illustration was the cover for June 1971 “Outdoor Life” magazine. CONDITION: all appear fine as framed, 3 with protective glass. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24514/JS). NON-GUN. $4,000-8,000.

4662. FINE GENRE PAINTING OF 19th CENTURY SAILOR OR PIRATE, EXNORM FLAYDERMAN. Oil on canvas, 20” x 24” showing sailor with brace of flint brass barreled pistols and red, white, and blue sash, white trousers & open shirt, double breasted dark blue jacket typical of naval garb. Painting has signature that is indiscernible in lower right corner. Stretcher appears 19th century, there are 2 small repaired holes in canvas, several areas of in-painting, a few small chips, paint lifting, especially in dark areas, craquelure. Painting is possibly American but probably British. This painting was prominently hung in Norm & Ruth Flayderman’s Ft. Lauderdale home and anyone visiting would remember it. CONDITION: good overall with conservation as noted, gesso frame has chips but solid. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24515/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4663. BOB KUHN PRESENTATION “FLY FISHING” PAINTING. 21” x 10” gouche signed “KUHN” on lower left, with signed undated presentation in lower margin “FOR DICK GREEN, WITH MUCH THANKS FOR MANY KINDNESSES – BOB KUHN”, framed and matted 29.5” x 18.5”. Bob Kuhn (19202007) was legendary wildlife & sporting painter with several of his works selling for over $500,000. This wonderful painting of fly fisherman casting into hollow log is best of its genre. CONDITION: appears fine as framed, few light foxed spots visible on paper support. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24516/JS). NON-GUN. $2,000-4,000.

4664. MATT CLARK OIL ON CANVAS OF HUNTERS, 1959. 26.5” x 34” frame, 21” x 28” painting of 2 hunters in snowy opening in woods. Matt Clark (1902-1972) from Ohio was best known for western scenes and outdoor illustrations, attended Art Students League, National Academy of Design, and later Art Institute of Chicago. Matt Clark worked mostly in watercolors and gouache for illustrations, his oils are scarce. CONDITION: appears very good with no restoration as framed. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (0224517/JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-1,500.

4665. J.W. HAYNES OIL ON BOARD “YOUTH VS AGE”, 1860. 18.5” x 14.25” oil on artist board, framed 25.5” x 21.5”. Well executed genre painting of old man and boy playing checkers, by British artist John William Haynes (1831-1924), member of Royal Academy & Royal Society of British Artists. Signed in lower right corner “J. W. Haynes ‘60”, reverse of panel also signed and dated 1860. Gold beveled mat, has title “YOUTH vs AGE” and “J. W. HAYNES R. I.” painted lettering. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: bio of artist. CONDITION: appears very good with no repairs. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24518/ JS). NON-GUN. $1,000-2,000.

4666. AFTER CLAUDE LE (GELLEE) LORRAIN, OIL ON BOARD, “SEAPORT WITH VILLA MEDICI”. Old Master 38.5” x 29”, 42’ x 32” frame, oil on board copy, probably 19th century, of Claude Le (Gellee) Lorrain’s painting at the Uffizi, Florence. This image is famous and engravings were made as early as 1830s of this famous image originally painted in 1637. CONDITION: appears very good with no restoration, UV shows heavy yellowed varnish which layer could be cleaned to bring out more vivid colors and detail. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24519/JS). $2,000-4,000.

4667. GROUP OF SIX 19TH CENTURY FOLK ART CARVED “BOATSWAIN’S HASTENERS”. 6 Ship carved “Boatswain’s Hasteners” ranging 15” -20”, 3 with knot designs, 1 with knot and geometric design, 1 with geometric design and 1 carved in the shape of a hand with snake wrapped around arm. These vary from 15 to 20 inches. The smallest of these with rope design still has attached leather whip. These wonderful folk art sailing ship carved prodding devices are rare, similar examples can be found in Norm Flayderman’s Scrimshaw & Scrimshanders 1972 text. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: page from Norm Flayderman, “THE BOWIE KNIFE” where 2 of these carved folk art pieces are pictured. CONDITION: very good overall, hand word patinas, mounting eyelets added on two, 1/2” chip on 18” example which is slightly curved. PROVENANCE: Norm Flayderman family collection. (02-24510/JS). NONGUN. $3,000-4,000.

4668. 3 DUTCH ELSINORE PORCELAIN PUNCH

BOWLS. A fine group of three hard paste porcelain punch bowls typically called “Elsinore” bowls. The bowls were produced in Denmark around 1860. Research indicates that these bowls were produced quickly by firms in Elsinore and given to ship’s captains by clearing houses in Elsinore. Each one of these bowls depicts a different British ship under full sail in a horizontal oval vignette. The remainder of each bowl is white with gold transfer decoration. CONDITION: bowl 1 light wear, bowl 2 heavy wear to the gilded decoration, bowl 3 a 5 inch crack and smaller cracks. (02-24520-1/BF). $1000-2000

4669. 4 BRITISH NAPOLEONIC ERA BROADSIDES OR HAND BILLS. An engaging lot of 4 British broadsides or handbills of the Napoleonic era addressing the impending invasion of England by French forces. One of the broadsides offers a reward of 100 Guineas for the conviction of persons distributing seditious hand bills. Another, titled “Britons never will be Slaves!!! consists of a rather lengthy poem professing and stirring patriotic fervor. The remaining 2 broadsides are from Militia units professing loyalty to King and Country. CONDITION: hand bills are clear and easily read. Paper is very slightly yellowed. Each hand bill or broadside is neatly mounted on a larger sheet of paper that may have been formally collected in book form. (02-24467/BF). $1000-1500.

4670. FOUR LARGE FRAMED HISTORICAL DECORATIONS. 1). 41” x 30” oil painting on canvas, Confederate infantry charge led by mounted officer, signed “Reidman”. 2). 19” x 25” giclee lithograph of General Robert E. Lee. 3). 33.5” x 23.5” oil painting of buffalo hunting with Sharps rifle, signed “Perinar”. 4). Hoffman & Walker Historical & Pictorial Map of Texas, with original shipping tube. CONDITION: very good overall. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. (02-24851/JS). NON-GUN. $400-600.

4671. PAIR OF TABLE LAMPS FEATURING RENAISSANCE KNIGHTS. These two modern table lamps feature nearly 20” tall renaissance era knights in full armor with a silvered finish. The lamps are very attractive and perfect for a library, study or man cave. Each lamp has two light sockets and a gray/green lamp shade. CONDITION: both lamps show light wear to the base and the shades. Both lamps function well. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24812/BF). $300-500.

4672. 1862 UNITED STATES PATENT MODEL FOR MILITARY OBSERVATION TOWER FOR THE CIVIL WAR. This rare Civil War related United States patent model is for a military observation tower that appears to be capable of moving across fields or on railroad tracks. The attached tag reads “ No. 37207 Thos Welham. Military Observatory. Patented Dec 16th 1862. “. The tower is quite ingenious in that it appears to raise a man twice the height of the tower in a protected metal cylinder to observe battle movements. CONDITION: this rare model is a a bit rough. It is missing 2 wheels on one side and the central lifting cylinder needs to be reattached. A little TLC would go a long way. (0225067/BF). $1000-1600.

4673. 1880 UNITED STATES PATENT MODEL FOR A METAL WORKING PRESS. An excellent United States patent model is for a metal working press. The attached tag reads “ No. 228,554 1880. G. H. Perkins and W. McNaught Metal Working Presses Patented June, 8 1880.”. The model is primarily wood with brass components along with iron screws. It is difficult to ascertain if the model is complete, but it is clear that some operating arms need to be reattached. CONDITION: the model does show age but appears to be mostly complete and functional.(02-25063/BF). $400-700.

4674. UNITED STATES PATENT MODEL FOR TYPE OF SCRUBBER OR CLEANER. An intriguing United States patent model for what is possibly a type of scrubber or cleaner. This model has lost its tag so it is difficult to identify. At first glance it resembles a cotton gin, but the mechanics are different. It seems to be a type of cleaner/scrubber. something flat is fed up the ramp and a peddle in the back can be depressed to push the flat item against the scrubbing wheel. The large brass crank wheel on the side turns the scrubbing drum. The model is primarily wood with brass. CONDITION: the model does show age but appears to be complete and functional. (02-25064/BF). $250500.

4675. 1879 UNITED STATES PATENT MODEL FOR AN EGG BEATER. An excellent United States patent model is for a egg beater. The attached tag reads “ No. 231.016 1879. G. H. Bachmire Egg-Beaters Patented Oct 28 1879.”. The device is primarily brass/copper and wood. It appears eggs are cracked into the approximately 2 cup handled copper vessel and a beater mechanism in the cup actuated by a mechanism in the handle beats all the eggs that are then poured out of the spouted copper cup. It really is impressively clever. CONDITION: the model does show age but appears to be complete and functional.(02-25065/BF). $300-500.

4676. 1879 UNITED STATES PATENT MODEL FOR A COMBINATION STEP LADDER AND EXTENSION LADDER. An excellent United States patent model is for a step ladder combined with an extension ladder. The attached tag reads “ No. 218.742 1879. J, Hill Combined Step and Extension Ladder Patented Aug 19’’ 1879. “. The patent model is primarily wood with brass at the top. It appears to be a very good design for its intended purpose. CONDITION: the model shows light wear overall. (02-25066/BF). $400-700.

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December 6 - December 7

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