05-04-201305-04-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
May 4, 2013 10:00 AMCalender
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Model 1809 Brown Bess Musket and Bayonet

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$2,040$1,700
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2652MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: May 04, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

Model 1809 Brown Bess Musket and Bayonet, c. early 19th century, walnut stock marked with storekeeper's and Board of Ordinance and broad arrow markings, with brass fittings, lockplate marked with a crown over GR, the tail is marked TOWER, barrel with proof marks and RW, bayonet marked on socket 19, barrel lg. 39, overall lg. 55, bayonet lg. 21 in.
Estimate $1,800-2,000

Small dings on stock, light patina on all metal parts including bayonet.


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Keywords

Ordinance, Board of Ordinance, storekeeper, metal parts