Historic Arms & Militaria
Previews open October 26 – 28. Book a preview appointment.
Skinner is proud to present the William Rose Colonial and Revolutionary War Arms Collection, Part I. The collection documents the evolution of military arms, equipment, and documentary items used in early America. Part I of this collection features rare and important 17th and 18th muskets, bayonets, pistols, swords, powder horns, accouterments and documents used by British, French, and American forces who served in Americas colonial wars and American Revolution. In addition to the Rose Collection, the sale features numerous other lots of important historic arms including a rare Cyrus B. Allen Elgin Patent Cutlass Pistol with Original Holster/Scabbard, and a Colt Python Double-action Revolver acquired for the James Bond film, The Man with the Golden Gun!
New lower 17.5% buyer’s premium for Historic Arms & Militaria auctions!
We invite you to preview items, ask questions of our specialists, and learn more about the auction process at Skinner. Appointments are required to ensure safety and health.
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General Inquiries
508.970.3211
support@skinnerinc.com
Department Specialist
508.970.3125
militaria@skinnerinc.com

Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200