10-26-201710-26-2017
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
October 26, 2017 10:00 AMCalender
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Pair of 2nd Lieutenant of Rifles Shoulder Boards and a Carte-de-visite

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$615$500
Auction: Sale #3034M - 3034MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 26, 2017 10:00AM

Description:

Pair of 2nd Lieutenant of Rifles Shoulder Boards and a Carte-de-visite, c. 1861-65, pair of embroidered metallic bordered shoulder boards with bright green broadcloth background, and a carte-de-visite of an officer wearing the same boards.
Estimate $200-300

One area on a strap has the metallic wire coming loose, but in very good condition.


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