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Description:
Reproduction U.S. Model 1776 2-pound Cannon, c. 1965, bronze cannon tube marked "D.KING/GERMANTOWN" near the trunions, and "US/1776" above the vent, mounted on a wooden naval-style gun carriage with cannonballs and the original paperwork marked "Yankee Guns/G.N. RIDEOUT & CO./ASHBURNHAM, MASS.," tube lg. 27 1/4 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
In good condition with all of the original paperwork for firing the gun, and the original catalog from 1965.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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United StatesChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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