O'Connor's Americana Collection

O'Connor's Americana Collection

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O'Connor's Americana Collection

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(a) Rare British Flintlock Pattern 1738 Black Short Sea Service Musket.

Lot # 26 (Sale Order: 26 of 206)      

Modified to take a grenade-launcher cup, this variation is quite rare in any condition. For an identical specimen, see page 71 plate 69 of De Witt Bailey's "Pattern Dates for British Ordnance Small Arms: 1718-1763." This piece was bought by Walter from Ed Charol in the mid-1960's. Ed acquired it at a London auction. Originally, it came from the Royal United Services Institute Museum in Whitehall. The aluminum tag nailed to the left side of the wrist is commonly seen on arms owned by that museum. The musket has a round steel barrel with rings near the muzzle to retain a grenade launching attachment, which was fitted to the muzzle using a bayonet-type socket. The top of the breech is marked with ordnance proofs and retains generous amounts of black finish. The flat lockplate is in its original flintlock configuration and the plate is engraved in the center with a large crown over "GR" and stamped with the small crown over broad arrow proof mark below the pan. The tail is engraved with the date 1745 and "JORDAN." The musket still retains its two forward most ramrod ferrules, original and of cast brass. Original sea service sideplate and triggerguard. A portion of the deteriorated and wormhole damaged stock remains, including the beavertail carving around the barrel tang. The remaining brass components retain a very dark patina. The barrel retains a dark patina with much of original black finish. Lock is in excellent condition with clear markings and retains a mostly grey patina with some darker areas. This is a nice "as found" remnant of a rare sea service variation. Barrel Length: 37" Caliber/Bore: .75 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Jordan Model: Sea Service Pattern 1738 Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:
Modified to take a grenade-launcher cup, this variation is quite rare in any condition. For an identical specimen, see page 71 plate 69 of De Witt Bailey's "Pattern Dates...more for British Ordnance Small Arms: 1718-1763." This piece was bought by Walter from Ed Charol in the mid-1960's. Ed acquired it at a London auction. Originally, it came from the Royal United Services Institute Museum in Whitehall. The aluminum tag nailed to the left side of the wrist is commonly seen on arms owned by that museum. The musket has a round steel barrel with rings near the muzzle to retain a grenade launching attachment, which was fitted to the muzzle using a bayonet-type socket. The top of the breech is marked with ordnance proofs and retains generous amounts of black finish. The flat lockplate is in its original flintlock configuration and the plate is engraved in the center with a large crown over "GR" and stamped with the small crown over broad arrow proof mark below the pan. The tail is engraved with the date 1745 and "JORDAN." The musket still retains its two forward most ramrod ferrules, original and of cast brass. Original sea service sideplate and triggerguard. A portion of the deteriorated and wormhole damaged stock remains, including the beavertail carving around the barrel tang. The remaining brass components retain a very dark patina. The barrel retains a dark patina with much of original black finish. Lock is in excellent condition with clear markings and retains a mostly grey patina with some darker areas. This is a nice "as found" remnant of a rare sea service variation. Barrel Length: 37" Caliber/Bore: .75 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Jordan Model: Sea Service Pattern 1738 Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:

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Fine And Rare John Bush Engraved Powder Horn Of Ebenezer Knap, Fort William Henry, 1756

Lot # 27 (Sale Order: 27 of 206)      

This rare John Bush engraved horn is inscribed: "Ebenezer Knap born _______" "EBENEZER KNAP" "Fort William Henry Nov,r 5,th 1756" All of the lettering on this horn is contained in three panels that follow the contour of the horn. The lettering is flamboyant and well executed. There are floral sprays and vines in panels around the lettering that are very fluid and expressive. There is also a decorative, organic type border at the end of the raised portion of the horn towards the spout. This horn is fitted with a nicely patinated and unusual, flat, brass butt cap, which is attached with iron brads. There is also a large 1 - 1/4 inch decorated, brass staple for a carrying strap located just below the butt cap on the horn. This horn displays a 5 - 1/2 inch recessed, dark portion leading to the spout. This portion has two carved rings for the carrying strap. This horn measures 12 - 1/2 inches overall. There is an Ebenezer Knapp listed among the privates of the 5th Company, 4th Regiment of Connecticut soldiers under General Phineas Lyman on a 1756 dated muster roll. These men were mostly pressed into service at this early point in the war. They served in Canada during the 1756 campaign. Men under General Lyman were also present at Fort William Henry, Fort Crown Point and Fort Ticinderoga and saw action several times. An African American clerk in the company of Captain David Baldwin, John Bush carved several known horns. Bill Guthman states he also carved at least seven horns before he was captured by the French and Indians in 1757, never to be heard from again. His distinct style was copied by other highly skilled horn engravers and he might be regarded as one of the founders of the Lake George School of horn engravers. The date engraved on this horn is of note. Another horn in this sale is dated November 4, 1756, only one day prior to this horn. The horn was owned by Nicholas Currier and also carved by Bush at Fort William Henry. This horn is pictured on page 17, plate number 3 of John DuMont's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". On page 24 of Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns", this horn is noted as one of eight listed John Bush horns. A similarly carved horn by the same hand is also pictured there. Condition: Excellent, as described. This is an exceptionally attractive horn with a wonderful honey toned patina. There is a 1 - 1/4 inch hairline crack on the spout. Some small pieces are missing from the rings, along with minor abrasions. There is a vacant nail hole on the butt cap.Condition:Dimensions:
This rare John Bush engraved horn is inscribed: "Ebenezer Knap born _______" "EBENEZER KNAP" "Fort William Henry Nov,r 5,th 1756" All of the lettering on this horn is con...moretained in three panels that follow the contour of the horn. The lettering is flamboyant and well executed. There are floral sprays and vines in panels around the lettering that are very fluid and expressive. There is also a decorative, organic type border at the end of the raised portion of the horn towards the spout. This horn is fitted with a nicely patinated and unusual, flat, brass butt cap, which is attached with iron brads. There is also a large 1 - 1/4 inch decorated, brass staple for a carrying strap located just below the butt cap on the horn. This horn displays a 5 - 1/2 inch recessed, dark portion leading to the spout. This portion has two carved rings for the carrying strap. This horn measures 12 - 1/2 inches overall. There is an Ebenezer Knapp listed among the privates of the 5th Company, 4th Regiment of Connecticut soldiers under General Phineas Lyman on a 1756 dated muster roll. These men were mostly pressed into service at this early point in the war. They served in Canada during the 1756 campaign. Men under General Lyman were also present at Fort William Henry, Fort Crown Point and Fort Ticinderoga and saw action several times. An African American clerk in the company of Captain David Baldwin, John Bush carved several known horns. Bill Guthman states he also carved at least seven horns before he was captured by the French and Indians in 1757, never to be heard from again. His distinct style was copied by other highly skilled horn engravers and he might be regarded as one of the founders of the Lake George School of horn engravers. The date engraved on this horn is of note. Another horn in this sale is dated November 4, 1756, only one day prior to this horn. The horn was owned by Nicholas Currier and also carved by Bush at Fort William Henry. This horn is pictured on page 17, plate number 3 of John DuMont's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". On page 24 of Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns", this horn is noted as one of eight listed John Bush horns. A similarly carved horn by the same hand is also pictured there. Condition: Excellent, as described. This is an exceptionally attractive horn with a wonderful honey toned patina. There is a 1 - 1/4 inch hairline crack on the spout. Some small pieces are missing from the rings, along with minor abrasions. There is a vacant nail hole on the butt cap.Condition:Dimensions:

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John Fox Engraved Forbes Road Map Powder Horn Of John Cox, Dated 1764, Fort Pitt.

Lot # 28 (Sale Order: 28 of 206)      

This Forbes Road map horn is inscribed in two panels: "IOHN COX :: FEBREWERY" "the 18. 1764" Starting at the base of the horn, the map begins with a simplistic view of "PHILIDELPHIA" Harbor and terminates at "Ft. ONTARIA" and Fort "DEtRQyAt" towards the spout end. Other locations listed on this horn include "LANCASTER", "YORk", "CARSLILe", "SHIpINs ToWN", "LOuDON", "LITtle toN", "CROSINS", "BeD FORD", "ALeGANy MouNt", "St CReek", "LORaL HILL", "LAGaNeeR", "BLOCHouSe", "Ft. PItt", "ALeGANy", "MONONGALAH", "WeeNaNG", "LABeeF", "PROSqueAL", "SANtTusky", "LAke oNtARi", "LAke ERI", and "NIAGRA". The major motif on this horn is a large depiction of the British Royal Seal. At the top, a "G" and an "R" flank the crown with the Roman numeral "III" above it, designating the reign of King George III. Other symbols found scattered along the roads, rivers and lakes are simplistic forts, cities, and mountains. There are several symbols including a building in perspective, a fish and a bird, which do not appear original to the horn. The name "KIng" is also very nicely engraved near the base of the horn. There are also initials and the date "1820" scattered throughout the negative space of this horn. Since several of the initials end in "C" it is easy to assume they were later descendants of the original owner. This horn is fitted with a domed, stepped, hardwood cap, which is secured with iron pins. The recessed, darker portion of the horn has three stepped and faceted rings that determine the facets of the spout. The stepped rings are visually appealing and very well conceived. The spout tip ends in a raised and turned ring, which is also faceted. Overall this horn measures 13 inches. Colonel John Cox was the son of Catherine Longfield Cox, was born in 1732. He held significant posts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. These included service as the Deputy to the Pennsylvania Provincial Convention in 1774 and 1775, and membership in the Burlington County Committee of Observations in 1775. He was also a major in the 2nd Battalion of the Pennsylvania Associated Militia. In 1776, he became a Lieutenant Colonel in that body. He was also the owner of the Batsto Iron Works, located in Burlington County, New Jersey, starting in 1773. In 1778 he purchased "Kingsburg", the former property of Dr. William Bryant. In 1792 he sat for a portrait by renowned Philadelphia artist William Peale. Colonel Cox died in 1792. This horn has been attributed to John Fox. Currently the Fort Pitt Museum is exhibiting another example of a 1764 dated map horn depicting the Forbes Road, also signed by Fox. According to the museum's research, the carver "may have been a soldier in the Royal American Regiment stationed at Fort Pitt". Another Fox signed horn belonging to John Mifflin, dated March 23, 1764, several days after this particular map horn was carved, can be found in the collection of the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum. Accompanying this horn is a drawing and photograph of a horn belonging to a William Cox, also dated 1764. Both horns take the same form and are likely from the same maker. The engraving also appears to be of the same hand. Some motifs are shared between the horns, although the maps engraved are of different routes. This said, some locations are found on both horns. Condition: Very Good, except the damage at the plug end. There is minimal wear or disturbance to the art and lettering of this horn, which maintains a pleasing, soft patina. All carving and details are clear and easily read. There is bleeding around the nails, along with several cracks and breaks around the butt plug. A thin, 4 - 1/2 inch long section of the plug's edge is missing where it meets the horn. There is a 1/2 inch diameter, round hole which penetrates the plug at its center. A one inch, fine hairline crack is present at the spout.Condition:Dimensions:
This Forbes Road map horn is inscribed in two panels: "IOHN COX :: FEBREWERY" "the 18. 1764" Starting at the base of the horn, the map begins with a simplistic view of "P...moreHILIDELPHIA" Harbor and terminates at "Ft. ONTARIA" and Fort "DEtRQyAt" towards the spout end. Other locations listed on this horn include "LANCASTER", "YORk", "CARSLILe", "SHIpINs ToWN", "LOuDON", "LITtle toN", "CROSINS", "BeD FORD", "ALeGANy MouNt", "St CReek", "LORaL HILL", "LAGaNeeR", "BLOCHouSe", "Ft. PItt", "ALeGANy", "MONONGALAH", "WeeNaNG", "LABeeF", "PROSqueAL", "SANtTusky", "LAke oNtARi", "LAke ERI", and "NIAGRA". The major motif on this horn is a large depiction of the British Royal Seal. At the top, a "G" and an "R" flank the crown with the Roman numeral "III" above it, designating the reign of King George III. Other symbols found scattered along the roads, rivers and lakes are simplistic forts, cities, and mountains. There are several symbols including a building in perspective, a fish and a bird, which do not appear original to the horn. The name "KIng" is also very nicely engraved near the base of the horn. There are also initials and the date "1820" scattered throughout the negative space of this horn. Since several of the initials end in "C" it is easy to assume they were later descendants of the original owner. This horn is fitted with a domed, stepped, hardwood cap, which is secured with iron pins. The recessed, darker portion of the horn has three stepped and faceted rings that determine the facets of the spout. The stepped rings are visually appealing and very well conceived. The spout tip ends in a raised and turned ring, which is also faceted. Overall this horn measures 13 inches. Colonel John Cox was the son of Catherine Longfield Cox, was born in 1732. He held significant posts in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. These included service as the Deputy to the Pennsylvania Provincial Convention in 1774 and 1775, and membership in the Burlington County Committee of Observations in 1775. He was also a major in the 2nd Battalion of the Pennsylvania Associated Militia. In 1776, he became a Lieutenant Colonel in that body. He was also the owner of the Batsto Iron Works, located in Burlington County, New Jersey, starting in 1773. In 1778 he purchased "Kingsburg", the former property of Dr. William Bryant. In 1792 he sat for a portrait by renowned Philadelphia artist William Peale. Colonel Cox died in 1792. This horn has been attributed to John Fox. Currently the Fort Pitt Museum is exhibiting another example of a 1764 dated map horn depicting the Forbes Road, also signed by Fox. According to the museum's research, the carver "may have been a soldier in the Royal American Regiment stationed at Fort Pitt". Another Fox signed horn belonging to John Mifflin, dated March 23, 1764, several days after this particular map horn was carved, can be found in the collection of the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum. Accompanying this horn is a drawing and photograph of a horn belonging to a William Cox, also dated 1764. Both horns take the same form and are likely from the same maker. The engraving also appears to be of the same hand. Some motifs are shared between the horns, although the maps engraved are of different routes. This said, some locations are found on both horns. Condition: Very Good, except the damage at the plug end. There is minimal wear or disturbance to the art and lettering of this horn, which maintains a pleasing, soft patina. All carving and details are clear and easily read. There is bleeding around the nails, along with several cracks and breaks around the butt plug. A thin, 4 - 1/2 inch long section of the plug's edge is missing where it meets the horn. There is a 1/2 inch diameter, round hole which penetrates the plug at its center. A one inch, fine hairline crack is present at the spout.Condition:Dimensions:

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Large Engraved New York Map Powder Horn Attributed To The Pointed Tree Carver Horn, List Of Distance

Lot # 29 (Sale Order: 29 of 206)      

This very rare map horn is inscribed with the following distances "FROM FORT GEORGE" "IN NEW YORK.": "To ALBANY . 166 . MILES" "To SARATOGA . 36 . M." "To F EDWARD . 20 M" "To LAKE GEORGE . 14M" "To TICONDEROGA . 30M" "To CROWN BOINT . 15M" "To FORT CHANPLY. 120M." "To LE PRAIR 15 . M." "To MONTEAL 6" "IN AL . 422 . MILES" This example of The Pointed Tree Carver's work is the only known extant powder horn which includes a listing of distances from a fort to other forts and towns. New York Harbor is engraved with several masted ships traversing the Hudson River. Numerous towns and forts are illustrated on the map portion of the horn, along with their placenames. The Pointed Tree Carver's customary hunter, stag and pointed trees are also engraved. A vacant cartouche for a name is present on this horn. This horn is fitted with a flat, pine butt cap and a three-holed extended lobe. There are two large rings on the darker, recessed area near the throat, which ends with a pronounced, protruding lip. This horn measures 13 - 3/4 inches overall. Condition: Excellent. Mionor wear to one ring below spout.Condition:Dimensions:
This very rare map horn is inscribed with the following distances "FROM FORT GEORGE" "IN NEW YORK.": "To ALBANY . 166 . MILES" "To SARATOGA . 36 . M." "To F EDWARD . 20 M...more" "To LAKE GEORGE . 14M" "To TICONDEROGA . 30M" "To CROWN BOINT . 15M" "To FORT CHANPLY. 120M." "To LE PRAIR 15 . M." "To MONTEAL 6" "IN AL . 422 . MILES" This example of The Pointed Tree Carver's work is the only known extant powder horn which includes a listing of distances from a fort to other forts and towns. New York Harbor is engraved with several masted ships traversing the Hudson River. Numerous towns and forts are illustrated on the map portion of the horn, along with their placenames. The Pointed Tree Carver's customary hunter, stag and pointed trees are also engraved. A vacant cartouche for a name is present on this horn. This horn is fitted with a flat, pine butt cap and a three-holed extended lobe. There are two large rings on the darker, recessed area near the throat, which ends with a pronounced, protruding lip. This horn measures 13 - 3/4 inches overall. Condition: Excellent. Mionor wear to one ring below spout.Condition:Dimensions:

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Master Carver Attributed Engraved Powder Horn Of Thomas Hooton, Dated 1763, Ex. Dumont.

Lot # 30 (Sale Order: 30 of 206)      

This classically carved horn by The Master Carver is inscribed: "Thomas Hooton October 24 . 1763". This well conceived horn was executed with much thought and great detail. Most images are drawn and shaded to make it appear as if they are in three dimensions. The center of this horn features a band of five well conceived and well engraved Indians, all carrying weapons and a large British flag. Below this fearsome band is a walled, shoreline city, also sporting a British flag. A three masted ship is pictured approaching the city in the harbor. Above the band of Indians are archways with a harp, a trumpeter, a gentleman and two figures embracing. Immediately above the harp is a crown, which is partially scraped off. Above the arches are four large birds and several smaller animals carved in the background. This horn is fitted with a painted, flat butt plug. There is nicely carved scalloping at the beginning of the faceted, recessed portion of the horn. There are also two broad rings below the cannon barrel spout. Overall, this horn measures 14 inches. Walter attributed this horn to The Master Carver. He attributed only 19 horns to this skilled hand. Walter felt very highly of this horn, placing it at the top of his list of Master Carver horns. Condition: Good, as described. All engraved images are very clear and in excellent condition. The midsections of the two embracing figures have been purposefully rubbed out. The lobe has been broken and is missing, with the exception of a small fragment which remains attached. It appears to have been sealed at the plug end with some sort of reddish substance, in an old repair. There is a one inch crack in the plug as well. A 1/2 inch piece of the spout lip is also missing.Condition:Dimensions:
This classically carved horn by The Master Carver is inscribed: "Thomas Hooton October 24 . 1763". This well conceived horn was executed with much thought and great detai...morel. Most images are drawn and shaded to make it appear as if they are in three dimensions. The center of this horn features a band of five well conceived and well engraved Indians, all carrying weapons and a large British flag. Below this fearsome band is a walled, shoreline city, also sporting a British flag. A three masted ship is pictured approaching the city in the harbor. Above the band of Indians are archways with a harp, a trumpeter, a gentleman and two figures embracing. Immediately above the harp is a crown, which is partially scraped off. Above the arches are four large birds and several smaller animals carved in the background. This horn is fitted with a painted, flat butt plug. There is nicely carved scalloping at the beginning of the faceted, recessed portion of the horn. There are also two broad rings below the cannon barrel spout. Overall, this horn measures 14 inches. Walter attributed this horn to The Master Carver. He attributed only 19 horns to this skilled hand. Walter felt very highly of this horn, placing it at the top of his list of Master Carver horns. Condition: Good, as described. All engraved images are very clear and in excellent condition. The midsections of the two embracing figures have been purposefully rubbed out. The lobe has been broken and is missing, with the exception of a small fragment which remains attached. It appears to have been sealed at the plug end with some sort of reddish substance, in an old repair. There is a one inch crack in the plug as well. A 1/2 inch piece of the spout lip is also missing.Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved Fort William Augustus Powder Horn Dated 1763, George Rick's Light Infantry.

Lot # 31 (Sale Order: 31 of 206)      

This French and Indian War horn is inscribed in deeply engraved text: "FORT WILLIAM AUGU" "STUS 1 7 6 3" "GEO RGE RICKS LIGHT INFANTRY" "M POUDER WITH MY BROTHER BALL : DOTH CONQUOR ALL" "1763". There is a large whimsical depiction of the British Coat of Arms engraved in the center of this horn. To the right of the seal are two pairs of dueling Highlanders. A large ship is pictured approaching Fort William Augustus (Fort Levit). This detailed fort, shown as built on an island, includes many cannons, barracks, assorted buildings and what appears to be a draw bridge. There is an extensive city scene of "MOUNTTR EAL", with the usual spires, architecture and the date "1763". The town of "LASHiEN" (Lachine, now part of Montreal) is also pictured in simple detail. Beside and below these town scenes are a horse and rider, which are pictured overcoming a stag. This horn is fitted with a hardwood butt plug, now separating from the horn, which is comprised of concentric, stepped circles. This plug is secured with seven rather large wooden pins. There is a crudely carved border of geometric shapes below the plug. A neatly carved, scalloped edge decorates the beginning of the darker, recessed portion of the horn. There is a geometric border engraved along this edge, with crudely carved squares, triangles and dots. The tapering spout has a thick, rather large ring. This horn measures 14 " overall. Condition: Very Good, as described. There is minimal wear from use, clouding of some of the architecture, but overall the engraving is crisp. The plug is chipped at its base and is separating from the horn. There is a one inch hairline crack at the tip of the spout.Condition:Dimensions:
This French and Indian War horn is inscribed in deeply engraved text: "FORT WILLIAM AUGU" "STUS 1 7 6 3" "GEO RGE RICKS LIGHT INFANTRY" "M POUDER WITH MY BROTHER BALL : D...moreOTH CONQUOR ALL" "1763". There is a large whimsical depiction of the British Coat of Arms engraved in the center of this horn. To the right of the seal are two pairs of dueling Highlanders. A large ship is pictured approaching Fort William Augustus (Fort Levit). This detailed fort, shown as built on an island, includes many cannons, barracks, assorted buildings and what appears to be a draw bridge. There is an extensive city scene of "MOUNTTR EAL", with the usual spires, architecture and the date "1763". The town of "LASHiEN" (Lachine, now part of Montreal) is also pictured in simple detail. Beside and below these town scenes are a horse and rider, which are pictured overcoming a stag. This horn is fitted with a hardwood butt plug, now separating from the horn, which is comprised of concentric, stepped circles. This plug is secured with seven rather large wooden pins. There is a crudely carved border of geometric shapes below the plug. A neatly carved, scalloped edge decorates the beginning of the darker, recessed portion of the horn. There is a geometric border engraved along this edge, with crudely carved squares, triangles and dots. The tapering spout has a thick, rather large ring. This horn measures 14 " overall. Condition: Very Good, as described. There is minimal wear from use, clouding of some of the architecture, but overall the engraving is crisp. The plug is chipped at its base and is separating from the horn. There is a one inch hairline crack at the tip of the spout.Condition:Dimensions:

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(a) Archibald Montgomerie's Pair Of Fine English Silver Mounted Flintlock Pistols With Belt Hooks, B

Lot # 32 (Sale Order: 32 of 206)      

Archibald Montgomerie (1726 - 1796) was the 11th Earl of Eglinton, a Scottish General, and a member of the British Parliament. He was Clan Chief of the Clan Montgomerie and fought in the French and Indian War and served with George Washington. Montgomerie joined the army at age 13 and when the Seven Years War broke out, he formed Montgomerie's Highlanders, the 77th Regiment of Foot. In 1757, the regiment traveled to the American colonies and was put under the command of General Amherst. In 1758, he and his regiment fought with George Washington and Henry Bouquet in the Fort Duquesne Expedition. Montgomerie went on to defeat the Cherokees in 1760 at the Battle of Etchocy, then fought at the Battle of Havana in 1762. The regiment went on to New York City in October of 1762. Montgomerie may have left New York to return to Scotland at this time. However, the regiment then saw action at the Battle of Bushy Run in August of 1763. Between 1767 and 1795, he was the colonel of the 51st Regiment of Foot and fought in the French Revolutionary War. He became a Major General in 1772, a Lieutenant General in 1777, and finally, a Full General in 1793. These pistols, bearing Archibald Montgomeries crest on the silver wrist escutcheons, were first sold in the Dowell's Eglinton Castle sale, then as part of the December 1925 sale as lot 934. They were also part of the W. Keith Neal Collection before being sold by Sotheby's in London on December 17, 1974 as lot 65 and part of the G. Renwick collection. They were then purchased at Little John's in California in November of 1998 by Walter O'Connor. A single pistol from this pair is shown on page 166 of "British Gunmakers Messrs Griffin & Tow and W. Bailes: 1740-1790" by W. Keith Neal and D.H.L. Back. On page 18, text includes a listing of all arms in the Eglinton Castle auction by McDowell's in December of 1925, where these pistols are listed. The pistols themselves feature two-stage smoothbore steel barrels with swamped muzzles. The tops are inscribed "W. Bailes London" and both have gold maker's marks at the breech, as well and British view and proof marks. Other features include hooked breeches, silver spider front sights, and chiseled and scroll engraved tangs. Both have flat lockplates and cocks, both with finely chiseled scrolls and borders, lockplates are marked "W. BAILES" in banners. Relief cast sterling silver furniture hallmarked for 1760 and profusely chased and engraved. Left sides feature pierced and engraved belthooks in the Scottish style mounted on the sideplates, which are original to the pistols. The bottoms of the pommels both have a small silver escutcheon with a steel lanyard ring. The silver wrist escutcheons are engraved with Archibald Montgomerie's crest and feature a helmet, cannon, and sword. The pistols have partially figured walnut stocks with flat panels on each side of the grips, relief carved shells around the barrel tangs, and profuse silver wire inlaid into the grips and around the entry thimbles. The backs of the grips, near the pommels, both feature a large inlaid silver plaque featuring Brittania in relief. Both pistols are complete with their original horn ramrods with horn tips of a different hue. Pistols are in very good overall condition, steel surfaces polished bright with some wear to barrels and some light freckling. Locks are in original flintlock configuration and have crisp engraving. Silver mounts show some light high edge wear. Stocks show some wear to carving around tangs, age cracks, and a couple minor losses to wire inlay. One pistol has a small piece replaced above the entry ferrule, probably done during its period of use. These incredibly historic and important high quality silver mounted pistols are by one of the premier Georgian gunmakers and have equally important and complete provenance. The provenance includes notes and letters from Walter O'Connor, auction catalogs, and information on Montgomerie. Barrel Length: 8 - 7/8" Caliber/Bore: .62 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: W. Bailes Model: Officer Paperwork : No Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:
Archibald Montgomerie (1726 - 1796) was the 11th Earl of Eglinton, a Scottish General, and a member of the British Parliament. He was Clan Chief of the Clan Montgomerie a...morend fought in the French and Indian War and served with George Washington. Montgomerie joined the army at age 13 and when the Seven Years War broke out, he formed Montgomerie's Highlanders, the 77th Regiment of Foot. In 1757, the regiment traveled to the American colonies and was put under the command of General Amherst. In 1758, he and his regiment fought with George Washington and Henry Bouquet in the Fort Duquesne Expedition. Montgomerie went on to defeat the Cherokees in 1760 at the Battle of Etchocy, then fought at the Battle of Havana in 1762. The regiment went on to New York City in October of 1762. Montgomerie may have left New York to return to Scotland at this time. However, the regiment then saw action at the Battle of Bushy Run in August of 1763. Between 1767 and 1795, he was the colonel of the 51st Regiment of Foot and fought in the French Revolutionary War. He became a Major General in 1772, a Lieutenant General in 1777, and finally, a Full General in 1793. These pistols, bearing Archibald Montgomeries crest on the silver wrist escutcheons, were first sold in the Dowell's Eglinton Castle sale, then as part of the December 1925 sale as lot 934. They were also part of the W. Keith Neal Collection before being sold by Sotheby's in London on December 17, 1974 as lot 65 and part of the G. Renwick collection. They were then purchased at Little John's in California in November of 1998 by Walter O'Connor. A single pistol from this pair is shown on page 166 of "British Gunmakers Messrs Griffin & Tow and W. Bailes: 1740-1790" by W. Keith Neal and D.H.L. Back. On page 18, text includes a listing of all arms in the Eglinton Castle auction by McDowell's in December of 1925, where these pistols are listed. The pistols themselves feature two-stage smoothbore steel barrels with swamped muzzles. The tops are inscribed "W. Bailes London" and both have gold maker's marks at the breech, as well and British view and proof marks. Other features include hooked breeches, silver spider front sights, and chiseled and scroll engraved tangs. Both have flat lockplates and cocks, both with finely chiseled scrolls and borders, lockplates are marked "W. BAILES" in banners. Relief cast sterling silver furniture hallmarked for 1760 and profusely chased and engraved. Left sides feature pierced and engraved belthooks in the Scottish style mounted on the sideplates, which are original to the pistols. The bottoms of the pommels both have a small silver escutcheon with a steel lanyard ring. The silver wrist escutcheons are engraved with Archibald Montgomerie's crest and feature a helmet, cannon, and sword. The pistols have partially figured walnut stocks with flat panels on each side of the grips, relief carved shells around the barrel tangs, and profuse silver wire inlaid into the grips and around the entry thimbles. The backs of the grips, near the pommels, both feature a large inlaid silver plaque featuring Brittania in relief. Both pistols are complete with their original horn ramrods with horn tips of a different hue. Pistols are in very good overall condition, steel surfaces polished bright with some wear to barrels and some light freckling. Locks are in original flintlock configuration and have crisp engraving. Silver mounts show some light high edge wear. Stocks show some wear to carving around tangs, age cracks, and a couple minor losses to wire inlay. One pistol has a small piece replaced above the entry ferrule, probably done during its period of use. These incredibly historic and important high quality silver mounted pistols are by one of the premier Georgian gunmakers and have equally important and complete provenance. The provenance includes notes and letters from Walter O'Connor, auction catalogs, and information on Montgomerie. Barrel Length: 8 - 7/8" Caliber/Bore: .62 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: W. Bailes Model: Officer Paperwork : No Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:

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(a) Archibald Montgomerie's Flintlock Fowler By Griffin

Lot # 33 (Sale Order: 33 of 206)      

This Montgomerie family attributed fowler is fitted with an Italian barrel with two cartouches at the breech. One is vacant and the other has a crown and the lettering "EGID IO LEO No 1". The barrel is marked by the maker "ROSINA . IN . TOSCANA". It has an octagonal to round barrel that is separated by a band 17 inches from the breech. There are eight additional steel bands spaced along the barrel. This take-down fowler has its original flat, flint lock with a gooseneck hammer and a decorated frizzen spring. The lock is marked "GRIFFIN" in a ribbon and has a simple, sawtooth linear decoration throughout. The full walnut stock is brass mounted and carved with a shell at the breech. It has a four stepped butt tang that is decorated with a panoply of arms. All brass furniture is simply decorated. The ramrod is fitted with an ebony tip. Archibald Montgomerie (1726 - 1796) was the 11th Earl of Eglinton, a Scottish General, and a member of the British Parliament. He was Clan Chief of the Clan Montgomerie and fought in the French and Indian War and served George Washington. Montgomerie joined the army at age 13 and when the Seven Years War broke out, he formed Montgomerie's Highlanders, the 77th Regiment of Foot. In 1757, the regiment traveled to the American colonies and was put under the command of General Amherst. In 1758, he and his regiment fought with George Washington and Henry Bouquet in the Fort Duquesne Expedition. Montgomerie went on to defeat the Cherokees in 1760 at the Battle of Etchocy, then fought at the Battle of Havana in 1762. The regiment went on to New York City in October of 1762. Montgomerie may have left New York to return to Scotland at this time. However, the regiment then saw action at the Battle of Bushy Run in August of 1763. Between 1767 and 1795, he was the Colonel of the 51st Regiment of Foot and fought in the French Revolutionary War. He became a Major General in 1772, a Lieutenant General in 1777, and finally, a Full General in 1793. This fowler was originally offered in the Dowell's Eglinton Castle sale. It was also part of the W. Keith Neal Collection, and is both pictured and described in one of Neal's books. Condition: Overall very good condition. Barrel and lock polished bright, as typically encountered on firearm's from English collections. Engraving and markings are crisp. One gold barrel maker's cartouche, near the breech, is absent. Brass is polished and stock has some scattered marks and one minor chip in front of lockplate. Carving is crisp and shows little wear. Barrel Length: 46 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Griffin Model: Fowler Paperwork: No Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:
This Montgomerie family attributed fowler is fitted with an Italian barrel with two cartouches at the breech. One is vacant and the other has a crown and the lettering "E...moreGID IO LEO No 1". The barrel is marked by the maker "ROSINA . IN . TOSCANA". It has an octagonal to round barrel that is separated by a band 17 inches from the breech. There are eight additional steel bands spaced along the barrel. This take-down fowler has its original flat, flint lock with a gooseneck hammer and a decorated frizzen spring. The lock is marked "GRIFFIN" in a ribbon and has a simple, sawtooth linear decoration throughout. The full walnut stock is brass mounted and carved with a shell at the breech. It has a four stepped butt tang that is decorated with a panoply of arms. All brass furniture is simply decorated. The ramrod is fitted with an ebony tip. Archibald Montgomerie (1726 - 1796) was the 11th Earl of Eglinton, a Scottish General, and a member of the British Parliament. He was Clan Chief of the Clan Montgomerie and fought in the French and Indian War and served George Washington. Montgomerie joined the army at age 13 and when the Seven Years War broke out, he formed Montgomerie's Highlanders, the 77th Regiment of Foot. In 1757, the regiment traveled to the American colonies and was put under the command of General Amherst. In 1758, he and his regiment fought with George Washington and Henry Bouquet in the Fort Duquesne Expedition. Montgomerie went on to defeat the Cherokees in 1760 at the Battle of Etchocy, then fought at the Battle of Havana in 1762. The regiment went on to New York City in October of 1762. Montgomerie may have left New York to return to Scotland at this time. However, the regiment then saw action at the Battle of Bushy Run in August of 1763. Between 1767 and 1795, he was the Colonel of the 51st Regiment of Foot and fought in the French Revolutionary War. He became a Major General in 1772, a Lieutenant General in 1777, and finally, a Full General in 1793. This fowler was originally offered in the Dowell's Eglinton Castle sale. It was also part of the W. Keith Neal Collection, and is both pictured and described in one of Neal's books. Condition: Overall very good condition. Barrel and lock polished bright, as typically encountered on firearm's from English collections. Engraving and markings are crisp. One gold barrel maker's cartouche, near the breech, is absent. Brass is polished and stock has some scattered marks and one minor chip in front of lockplate. Carving is crisp and shows little wear. Barrel Length: 46 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Griffin Model: Fowler Paperwork: No Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:

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(a) Important Identified Scottish Flintlock Pistol By Allen & Basket Hilted Backsword, Both Used By

Lot # 34 (Sale Order: 34 of 206)      

Ensign James Grant of the First Highland Battalion carried this all steel pistol and Highland backsword throughout the campaigns of the French and Indian War. Grant was a native of Kinmachlie, Banffshire, Scotland. In 1757, he landed in Charleston, South Carolina. He was in the 62nd Regiment, later the 77th Highland Regiment of foot, Montgomerie's Highlanders, raised in 1757. He served on the 1758 expedition against Fort Duquesne and on the Lake George frontier the following year. Portions of the 77th went on to fight the Cherokee Indians in South Carolina between 1760 and 1761, the French and Spanish forces in the West Indies between 1761 and 1762, and the French forces in Newfoundland in 1762. In 1763, Grant was among the sickly remnants of the regiment that relieved the besieged Fort Pitt, fighting at the battle of Bushy Run in August of 1763. In 1764, the regiment was disbanded and James Grant settled in Dutchess County, New York. This pistol, sword, and his military papers were all carefully preserved by by his descendants for more than 200 years, until the last surviving family member died. The pistol and sword were both displayed while on loan for both the "Unconquered" and the "Clash of Empires" exhibits in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the Senator John Heinz History Center, in Association with The Smithsonian Institution. They were both featured in two articles in "The Gun Report" in October 1981 and September 1983, as well as "The Clash of Empires: The British, French & Indian War 1754-1763" by R.S. Stephenson. An archive of information is included with the items, including: the publications that have featured these items, the loan documents for the museum exhibits, notarized letters for both pieces from when they were purchased from the family's estate executor by Richard Zeusler, a great deal of research on Ensign James Grant and the 77th Regiment, photos of Grants estate in Scotland, copies of family wills, and many letters in regards to Walter O'Connor's acquisition of the items. The provenance and research is iron-clad, making this an especially important French and Indian War grouping. The basket-hilted backsword dates circa 1740-1760 and belonged to Ensign, later Captain, James Grant. The well-forged and artistically filed hilt is unmarked as to maker, but an engraved (a bit worn, so possibly struck) "S" for Stirling, Scotland, its place of manufacture, appears on the underside of its rear quillon at the junction of the additional rear-guard and the wrist-guard. On the inside surface of the left branch of this additional rear-guard, there are five very carefully cut notches, or tally marks, which must have held some particular significance for the sword's original owner. The grip is entirely original, its blackened leather partially bound with two strips of twisted brass wire. The 31-5/8" straight blade of German origin is 1-9/16" wide at the ricasso and 5/32" to 3/16" in thickness at the lower section of its back, approaching the hilt. The numerals "XIII" are lightly incised on the back of the blade 3/4" from the hilt, the exact meaning of which is unknown. The back is unsharpened to within 3-5/8" of the tip, where an actual cutting edge begins. Both sides have two narrow fullers, the upper running to 3-3/4" of the tip, the lower extending the full length. Struck on each face within the fullers, beginning 6-5/8" from the hilt, and in two lines, is stamped "XX ANDRIA XX/XX FERARA XX". This is a period, but spuriously applied legend relating to a master swordsmith of nearly two centuries earlier working in Belluno, Italy, in the mountains of North Venice. German-made blades, which were intended for sale to Scottish hammermen, often bore Farara's name, perhaps not to intentionally deceive the Scots, but as a real tribute to his renown. Remarkably, the swords original black, heavy leather scabbard has survived though missing the lower 8-1/2" and possibly an iron tip. It does retain its original chape, as well as the hook for a frog, both of iron. A portion of the tooled decoration is still visible on the obverse side. Very few original scabbards for 18th century Highland basket-hilts still accompany them. The Highland, all-metal, scroll butt pistol of James Grant measures 12-3/4" overall. The two-stage round iron barrel extends 1-13/16" beyond the fore-end of the iron stock, has a baluster-form breech. Just forward of the breech, there is some decorative engraving. In front of the baluster there are two narrow relief rings preceding the same style of engraving, "LONDON", in block letters is inscribed on top of this first section, then two more two narrow rings. The original lock is in its original state and measures 5-1/8"long. Please visit our website for the full description.

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James Grant: A Highland Officer's Service During The French & Indian War.

Lot # 35 (Sale Order: 35 of 206)      

James Grant (1727-1796) was the most junior (in rank seniority) of three officers bearing that name in 'Montgomery's Highlanders' or The First Highland Battalion (later renumbered the 77th Regiment of Foot), during its service in the Americas. His name appears on "A List of the Gentlemen Volunteers recommended to be made Ensigns" and he was so commissioned, following a vacancy by death after Grant's Defeat near Fort Duquesne, effective 17 September 1758, prior to which he had been serving in the ranks as a gentleman-volunteer. After the fall of Duquesne and the other French posts in western Pennsylvania, Grant and a large detachment of his regiment were part of British force that captured Newfoundland in 1760. They were then sent to the West Indies, participating in the 1762 capture of Martinique. Following his regiment's service in the 1762 capture of Martinique, Grant was promoted to lieutenant on 6 May 1762 and he and the remains of the regiment, many sick with yellow fever or malaria, returned to North America. They were stationed on Long Island, where they recuperated their health, until the so-called Pontiac Conspiracy, when Grant and the regiment marched to western Pennsylvania frontier. This subgroup of the Grant Papers consists primarily of military records and correspondence kept by, made for, or sent to James Grant during his service in the French and Indian War to mid-1763, records with the regimental agent settling accounts and relating to his post-war half-pay, mostly 1760s but one dated 1792. Principal correspondents are primarily brother officers, including Alexander Campbell, Alexander Grant, Robert Grant, Donald McKenzie, and William Sutherland and are written from various places, principally New York, Martinique, Long Island, Halifax and London. 22 items.Condition:Dimensions:17" x 14 - 1/2".
James Grant (1727-1796) was the most junior (in rank seniority) of three officers bearing that name in 'Montgomery's Highlanders' or The First Highland Battalion (later r...moreenumbered the 77th Regiment of Foot), during its service in the Americas. His name appears on "A List of the Gentlemen Volunteers recommended to be made Ensigns" and he was so commissioned, following a vacancy by death after Grant's Defeat near Fort Duquesne, effective 17 September 1758, prior to which he had been serving in the ranks as a gentleman-volunteer. After the fall of Duquesne and the other French posts in western Pennsylvania, Grant and a large detachment of his regiment were part of British force that captured Newfoundland in 1760. They were then sent to the West Indies, participating in the 1762 capture of Martinique. Following his regiment's service in the 1762 capture of Martinique, Grant was promoted to lieutenant on 6 May 1762 and he and the remains of the regiment, many sick with yellow fever or malaria, returned to North America. They were stationed on Long Island, where they recuperated their health, until the so-called Pontiac Conspiracy, when Grant and the regiment marched to western Pennsylvania frontier. This subgroup of the Grant Papers consists primarily of military records and correspondence kept by, made for, or sent to James Grant during his service in the French and Indian War to mid-1763, records with the regimental agent settling accounts and relating to his post-war half-pay, mostly 1760s but one dated 1792. Principal correspondents are primarily brother officers, including Alexander Campbell, Alexander Grant, Robert Grant, Donald McKenzie, and William Sutherland and are written from various places, principally New York, Martinique, Long Island, Halifax and London. 22 items.Condition:Dimensions:17" x 14 - 1/2".

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Breaking Indian Resistance: Lieutenant Grant And "pontiac's Conspriacy", 1763.

Lot # 36 (Sale Order: 36 of 206)      

"Weakened from their West Indies service, the remains of the 77th Foot or Montgomery's Highlanders were dispatched to Pennsylvania from their quarters near Hempstead, Long Island in spring of 1763 in response to the outbreak of the so-called ""Pontiac's Conspiracy"". Launched by a loose confederation of elements of native American tribes, primarily from the Great Lakes region who were dissatisfied with British postwar policies. Settlers in western Pennsylvania fled to the safety of Fort Pitt and other military posts after the outbreak of the war. Nearly 550 people were crowded inside Fort Pitt, including more than 200 women and children, when it was attacked on 22 June 1763, primarily by Delaware and Shawnee warriors. Too strong to be taken by force, the fort was kept under siege throughout July. Meanwhile, war parties raided deep into Pennsylvania, taking captives and killing unknown numbers of settlers in scattered farms. Two smaller strongholds that linked Fort Pitt to the east, Fort Bedford and Fort Ligonier, were attacked at various times, but were never taken. On 1 August 1763, most of the Native Americans broke off the siege at Fort Pitt in order to intercept 500 British and Provincial troops (including HIghlanders of the 77th Foot) marching to the fort's relief under Colonel Bouquet. On August 5, these two forces met at the Battle of Bushy Run. Although his force suffered heavy casualties, Bouquet fought off the attack and relieved Fort Pitt on August 20, bringing the siege to an end. Sporadic Indian raiding continued on the frontier for the remainder of the year, during which Lieutenant Grant served as the commander of Fort Bedford.This important subgroup of the James Grant Papers consists of 21 items relating to this conflict, perhaps the most interesting being a return of the killed and wounded at Bushy Run. The remainder consists of military correspondence by Colonel Bouquet and other officers (from Forts Pitt, Ligonier,Cumberland and Carlisle) with Lieutenant Grant, as well as military orders, intelligence reports, and supply returns:1) ""List of the Killed & Wounded the 5th. Augt. 1763"", one page, quarto, separated at the folds, and docketed on recto: ""List of the Killed and wounded on the March to Fort Pitt the 5th Augt. 1763"". All officers killed or wounded are listed by name and unit, while the enlisted casualties are numerically recorded by unit.2) Colonel Henry Bouquet to Grant to Grant, autograph letter signed, dated Fort Pitt, 26 October 1763, one page, folio, with wax seal. Bouquet has ordered an ""escort to bring up the Convoy lately arrived at Bedford"" and Grant is ordered to ""detain all the Wagons whether intended for this Post or only to Bedford, till Capt. Ourry joins you with the Escort."" Very fine.3) James Grant to Bouquet, autograph letter signed, no place, undated, but almost certainly a retained draft of the 24 October letter written from Bedford that Bouquet acknowledged receipt of in his letter above, 1 1/2 pages, folio. Grant encloses Captain ""Callender's letter to me, by which youl See the distress that I must be in, on the arrival of the Waggons at this Post, as I have not one Man for an Escort them...I send this Express, hopeing youl send me your orders...as I am sensible of the want of Salt at Fort Pit, and the difficulty that woud attend."" Some separating at the folds.4) Captain Lewis Ourry, 60th Foot, to Grant, autograph letter signed, dated Fort Pitt, 26 OCT 1763, one page, quarto, informing him that he ""shall set out tomorrow for Bedford in Order to take off your shoulder the Weight of the Waggons you are threatened with"" and advising him to have them ""drawn up under Cover of the Fort...against the Kings Garden, between Fraser's Fence & the Fort...""5) Captain James Robertson of the 77th Foot to Grant, autograph letter signed, dated Fort Ligonier, 27 October 1763, one page, quarto, noting the arrival of an express from Fort Pitt with news that the escort till arrive at Ligonier in three or four days. Light toning in folds.6) ""Return of the Number of Persons that receives provisions in Fort Bedford Garrison"", docketed 23 OCT 1763 on recto, one page, octavo. Lists men, women and servants with the 42nd, 60th and 60th Foot detachments at the fort, to a total of 49.7) ""A Roll of Capt. Linn's Company that have engag'd to do duty in the Fort, October 22d. 1763"", two pages, quarto, 30 men listed by name, broken into three guard shifts. Very fine, with folds.8-10), James Livingston, as Fort Major of Fort Cumberland, three (3) autograph letters signed, dated 16 October, 10 and 14 November 1763, each one page (folio, quarto, and folio respectively). Please visit our website for the full description....more

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James Grant And His Progeny In New York: Family Papers And Records, 1765 To Present

Lot # 37 (Sale Order: 37 of 206)      

James Grant went on half-pay as a lieutenant with the disbandment of the 77th Foot at the close of 1763. Rather than returning to Scotland, like many of the Scottish troops, he chose to stay in North America and take possession of the military bounty lands they had received for their past service in the war, most of which were located in the Hudson River Valley, beginning just below Albany and extending west to the Mohawk Valley and eastward to the Hampshire Grants (Vermont) and north into the Adirondacks. Grant initially settled in Fredericksburgh, New York, where he married and raised a family, but later moved to Paulins Town [Pawling, Dutchess County], where he died in 1796. The earliest documents include 1760s-1770s James Grant correspondence with family members in Scotland, Grant family land and business documents from the 1760s-1830s, James Grant's 1796 will and estate papers, and family correspondence into the mid-19th century. There are also a few New York militia records from the early 19th century for two of his sons, including an officer's commission. An interesting piece is an 1817 recipe for cider. There is a fascinating letter (ALS) from Archibald Campbell, a former comrade, written from Montreal on 1 March 1777, in which Campbell informs Grant that "His Excellency has not forgot in the promotion of field officers, the North Britains...in honnour to there former Commissions, and Examplary Merit dewring [sic] the last war, in the service of King and Country" and he is now serving in the Royal Highland Emigrants, which "will keep the Yanky Divels at proper Distance." It may have been receipt of this letter that brought James Grant's loyalty under suspicion, for he writes in an retained copy of an undated petition (ADS) to Governor Clinton of New York that "Certain I have ever Behaved myself agreeable to the Articles of Probity & Honor ....that I have had no Hand in the present War, Notwithstanding am a great sufferer by it....[being] a Prisoner, which is Five years and Six Months" and requests "Leave to go to New York, by Flag, to Procure such an Exchange as may be Proper." This petition was probably written in 1779, as it appears to have been precipitated by a letter to Grant from Brigadier General Alexander McDougall of the Continental Army, at Peekskill, dated 8 May 1779 (ALS), denying his request for a permit to into New York "without the Governor's consent." Approximately 1/2 linear foot of documents. Condition:Dimensions:17" x 14 - 1/2".
James Grant went on half-pay as a lieutenant with the disbandment of the 77th Foot at the close of 1763. Rather than returning to Scotland, like many of the Scottish troo...moreps, he chose to stay in North America and take possession of the military bounty lands they had received for their past service in the war, most of which were located in the Hudson River Valley, beginning just below Albany and extending west to the Mohawk Valley and eastward to the Hampshire Grants (Vermont) and north into the Adirondacks. Grant initially settled in Fredericksburgh, New York, where he married and raised a family, but later moved to Paulins Town [Pawling, Dutchess County], where he died in 1796. The earliest documents include 1760s-1770s James Grant correspondence with family members in Scotland, Grant family land and business documents from the 1760s-1830s, James Grant's 1796 will and estate papers, and family correspondence into the mid-19th century. There are also a few New York militia records from the early 19th century for two of his sons, including an officer's commission. An interesting piece is an 1817 recipe for cider. There is a fascinating letter (ALS) from Archibald Campbell, a former comrade, written from Montreal on 1 March 1777, in which Campbell informs Grant that "His Excellency has not forgot in the promotion of field officers, the North Britains...in honnour to there former Commissions, and Examplary Merit dewring [sic] the last war, in the service of King and Country" and he is now serving in the Royal Highland Emigrants, which "will keep the Yanky Divels at proper Distance." It may have been receipt of this letter that brought James Grant's loyalty under suspicion, for he writes in an retained copy of an undated petition (ADS) to Governor Clinton of New York that "Certain I have ever Behaved myself agreeable to the Articles of Probity & Honor ....that I have had no Hand in the present War, Notwithstanding am a great sufferer by it....[being] a Prisoner, which is Five years and Six Months" and requests "Leave to go to New York, by Flag, to Procure such an Exchange as may be Proper." This petition was probably written in 1779, as it appears to have been precipitated by a letter to Grant from Brigadier General Alexander McDougall of the Continental Army, at Peekskill, dated 8 May 1779 (ALS), denying his request for a permit to into New York "without the Governor's consent." Approximately 1/2 linear foot of documents. Condition:Dimensions:17" x 14 - 1/2".

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George Washington's Table Of The Ohio River From Fort Pitt Circa 1770.

Lot # 38 (Sale Order: 38 of 206)      

WASHINGTON, George (1732-1799). Autograph docketing on the verso of a manuscript table or memorandum inscribed by the future First President, "Length of the River Ohio--from Fort Pit[t]--with the Distances from place to P[lace]. pr. Mr. Hutchins" on the verso of the second sheet, no place, no date. The manuscript itself is written in an as-of-yet, unidentified and entitled "Dissance [sic--Distance] from Fort pitt to the Mouth of the Ohio". 2 pages, folio sheet, 12 5/8 x 7 7/8 inches. On laid paper with "Pro Patria/GR" watermark, bearing docket and endorsement by Washington as previously noted. Minor age toning, central fold professionally reinforced from recto. An important and compelling document, relating to Washington's adventures in the Trans-Allegheny frontier prior to-, during- and following his service in the French & Indian War and his lifelong interest in travel and land acquisition in the Ohio Valley. The manuscript, in an as-of-yet, unidentified hand, exhibits some irregularities in spelling: "dissance" for "distance," "plasses" for "places," and "seid" for "side"; these suggest that the scribe may have been a German-speaker. Further research may permit an identification to be made, who may have been one of the assistants to frontier explorer and cartographer, Thomas Hutchins (or one of the Indian traders or guides who assisted them in their surveys and explorations). In the form of a vertical table, the manuscript sets out in columns a series of 34 places, tributaries, and other landmarks along the torturous 1164-mile course of the Ohio River from Fort Pitt (later Pittsburg) through present-day West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and Illinois to empty into the Mississippi at Cairo. The original compiler, evidently Thomas Hutchins, precisely records the distance between each landmark (in units as small as 1/4 mile); in a separate column is a running tally of the distance (totaling 1164 miles); at the right, in four places, are the geographical coordinates for four key locations: the mouth of the Scioto River, the Great Falls (near Louisville, Ky.) the mouth of the Wabash and the junction of the Ohio with the Mississippi. Among the landmark features noted are "Loggs Town," "Big Bever Creek," "Mingo Town" (an Indian village), "Muskinggum River," "Great Kunhawa [Kanawha] River," "Great Buffalow Lick," "Littel Miami River," "Kentucky River," "the Falls of Ohio," "Waebash River," "Kean or Showany River," "Cheereka [Cherokee] River," and "Fort Missiac [Massac] River," as well as such intriguing landscape features as "where the Elophanto Bons [elephant bones] are found," "where the Low Contery Begains" (just beyond present-day Louisville), "the [beginning] of the 5 Island," "the Big Rock & Cave" (probably Cave in Rock, Illinois). Most of these can be pinpointed today; many names are unchanged. Eight entries are preceded by a small note "NS," at the bottom, the compiler explains that "where thiss marck stand NS are Rivers and plasses of the North Seid." On the recto, Washington has boldly docketed this work: "Length of the River Ohio - from - Fort Pit[t] with the Distances from place to P. Pr. Mr. Hutchings." Washington's first trip into the western country was his well-known mission at age 21, accompanied by Christopher Gist and an Indian guide, as courier for Virginia's Governor Dinwiddie to the French frontier outpost at Fort Le Boeuf. Washington made a second journey across the Alleghenies in 1754, commanding a detachment of Virginia troops reinforced by a British independent company in order to take control of the strategic forks of the Ohio (confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny Rivers), but suffered a humiliating defeat at hastily-built Fort Necessity while retreating from a superior French and Indian force. The next year he served as volunteer aide to Major General Edward Braddock on a more ambitious expedition against the newly-built French fort at the forks--Fort Duquesne--with its well-chronicled, and disastrous results for the Anglo-American side. Finally, in 1758, as a clonel of the Virginia Regiment, he served under Brigadier General John Forbes and Colonel Henry Bouquet in yet another campaign against Fort Duquesne. This attempt was successful: the French abandoned it without resistance and it was immediately renamed Fort Pitt. This document of river travel distances links Washington and a very interesting frontier figure, Thomas Hutchins (1730-1789), who served with Pennsylvania colonial troops (1757-1759) and later served the British Army as a military engineer, surveyor and cartographer/draughtsman. He was cited for bravery against the French and planned the new fortifications at Fort Pitt and later, at Pensacola. Please visit our website for the full description.

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Ranger Israel Putnam's Report Of His 1755 Scouting Expedition To Ticonderoga.

Lot # 39 (Sale Order: 39 of 206)      

PUTNAM, Israel (1718-1790), as captain of a Connecticut ranger company, autograph document signed, n.p. [Lake George], dated 16 November 1755. 1 1/2 pp., folio, docketed in unknown hand on recto "Report of Capt Putnam/recd 20 Novr. 1755", with a tabulation of the strength of Johnson's Provincial regiments at Lake George also appended. The original, unpublished manuscript report by Putnam, probably sent to Sir William Johnson, of his winter "scout" or spying expedition against the French and the native allies at Ticonderoga and Crown Point in 1755, a portion of which is transcribed below retaining Putnam's original spelling and punctuation: "Taking my order from generil Johnson to [go] Down the Lake at about Seven a Clock we Satt out and Soon after we got through the first narrows. Saw a fire apon the Eastern Shore and Soon after Looking astern of us We Saw another fire wich we took to be kindled by the Enemy ....we went ashoar and hid the battow [batteau] up the bank in among bushes and their We Stayed till Day light and then trailed up a mountain and Climed up a tree Where we Saw South bay and the valey between The Enemies advanc'd Guard and South bay where the Indians Say they Saw a French Encampt and then ...we went on to a mountain and Saw the Encampment At Ticanderayo and then going on futher we Came to the Lake Champlain with in about half a mile of their Encampment Where Saw them very busily at work Som[e] a building a fort And some making a brest work and Likewise Saw one Large House and three Small ones and a Considerable number of tents and about 2000 men as near as we judge (of which we Judge to be 200 hundred French)...and Saw tow [two] black flags a flying and then Night Coming on we stood into the woods ....the Indians Say they saw the French army wich is a Large Crambrey [cranberry] Pond and then Stood on and Came To ye Battow, and at Dark Sett out...On Wenesday morning got into the Camp at Lake George Israel Putnam Capt:" Israel Putnam was born in 1718 in Salem Village (now Danvers), Massachusetts to Joseph and Elizabeth Putnam, a prosperous farming Puritan family. In 1740 at the age of 22, the young Putnam moved west to Mortlake (now Pomfret), Connecticut. Putnam married twice, first to Hannah Pope in 1739, the mother of his children, and two years after her death in 1765, he married Deborah Lothrop. During the French and Indian War, as a Connecticut Provincial, he would be promoted in, in rapid succession, from second lieutenant to captain, major, lieutenant colonel and eventually colonel. As a captain of a ranger companies during 1755-1757, Putnam served with Robert Rogers (who would gain fame as the commander Rogers' Rangers) and in one action, Putnam saved Rogers' life. Putnam was known for his bravery and audacity in service and experienced numerous adventures and near-death occurrences. Putnam's reputation for courage was furthered as the war went on and it was said that "Rogers always sent, but Putnam led his men to action." A remarkable document, being a firsthand report of a ranging expedition submitted immediately upon return and completely return in Putnam's own hand; Putnam ALS are extremely rare, especially from the French & Indian War. Condition:Dimensions:
PUTNAM, Israel (1718-1790), as captain of a Connecticut ranger company, autograph document signed, n.p. [Lake George], dated 16 November 1755. 1 1/2 pp., folio, docketed ...morein unknown hand on recto "Report of Capt Putnam/recd 20 Novr. 1755", with a tabulation of the strength of Johnson's Provincial regiments at Lake George also appended. The original, unpublished manuscript report by Putnam, probably sent to Sir William Johnson, of his winter "scout" or spying expedition against the French and the native allies at Ticonderoga and Crown Point in 1755, a portion of which is transcribed below retaining Putnam's original spelling and punctuation: "Taking my order from generil Johnson to [go] Down the Lake at about Seven a Clock we Satt out and Soon after we got through the first narrows. Saw a fire apon the Eastern Shore and Soon after Looking astern of us We Saw another fire wich we took to be kindled by the Enemy ....we went ashoar and hid the battow [batteau] up the bank in among bushes and their We Stayed till Day light and then trailed up a mountain and Climed up a tree Where we Saw South bay and the valey between The Enemies advanc'd Guard and South bay where the Indians Say they Saw a French Encampt and then ...we went on to a mountain and Saw the Encampment At Ticanderayo and then going on futher we Came to the Lake Champlain with in about half a mile of their Encampment Where Saw them very busily at work Som[e] a building a fort And some making a brest work and Likewise Saw one Large House and three Small ones and a Considerable number of tents and about 2000 men as near as we judge (of which we Judge to be 200 hundred French)...and Saw tow [two] black flags a flying and then Night Coming on we stood into the woods ....the Indians Say they saw the French army wich is a Large Crambrey [cranberry] Pond and then Stood on and Came To ye Battow, and at Dark Sett out...On Wenesday morning got into the Camp at Lake George Israel Putnam Capt:" Israel Putnam was born in 1718 in Salem Village (now Danvers), Massachusetts to Joseph and Elizabeth Putnam, a prosperous farming Puritan family. In 1740 at the age of 22, the young Putnam moved west to Mortlake (now Pomfret), Connecticut. Putnam married twice, first to Hannah Pope in 1739, the mother of his children, and two years after her death in 1765, he married Deborah Lothrop. During the French and Indian War, as a Connecticut Provincial, he would be promoted in, in rapid succession, from second lieutenant to captain, major, lieutenant colonel and eventually colonel. As a captain of a ranger companies during 1755-1757, Putnam served with Robert Rogers (who would gain fame as the commander Rogers' Rangers) and in one action, Putnam saved Rogers' life. Putnam was known for his bravery and audacity in service and experienced numerous adventures and near-death occurrences. Putnam's reputation for courage was furthered as the war went on and it was said that "Rogers always sent, but Putnam led his men to action." A remarkable document, being a firsthand report of a ranging expedition submitted immediately upon return and completely return in Putnam's own hand; Putnam ALS are extremely rare, especially from the French & Indian War. Condition:Dimensions:

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Ar Engraved 14th Regiment Fort Pitt, Fort Ligonier And Fort Beford Powder Horn Attributed To John Sm

Lot # 40 (Sale Order: 40 of 206)      

This rare Fort Pitt powder horn is inscribed "AR" "14th R't" "G R III" The "AR" is engraved in script in a crest surrounded by the other previously listed lettering and a panoply of arms. The following forts are named in script and illustrated with British flags flying: "Fort Pitt", "Fort Ligonier", and "Fort Bedford. Also shown and named are the "Allegany", "Ohio" and "Monagahalea" rivers. There is a wavy border below the butt cap, which could be interpreted as a river bordered by trees. This horn is fitted with a domed, hardwood plug, secured with iron pins. An incomplete, three inch brass charger is attached to the spout. It has a period, leather stitched strap, attached to iron mounts. This horn measures 14 inches overall. This horn is attributed to the engraver John Small, who is believed to have worked at Fort Pitt. Condition: Good. The horn bares usual wear from use at the crest. There is also a one inch crack, with some raised flaking, in the panoply of arms. The horn has minor a hairline crack where it meets the plug. Minor abrasions from use are present throughout.Condition:Dimensions:
This rare Fort Pitt powder horn is inscribed "AR" "14th R't" "G R III" The "AR" is engraved in script in a crest surrounded by the other previously listed lettering and a...more panoply of arms. The following forts are named in script and illustrated with British flags flying: "Fort Pitt", "Fort Ligonier", and "Fort Bedford. Also shown and named are the "Allegany", "Ohio" and "Monagahalea" rivers. There is a wavy border below the butt cap, which could be interpreted as a river bordered by trees. This horn is fitted with a domed, hardwood plug, secured with iron pins. An incomplete, three inch brass charger is attached to the spout. It has a period, leather stitched strap, attached to iron mounts. This horn measures 14 inches overall. This horn is attributed to the engraver John Small, who is believed to have worked at Fort Pitt. Condition: Good. The horn bares usual wear from use at the crest. There is also a one inch crack, with some raised flaking, in the panoply of arms. The horn has minor a hairline crack where it meets the plug. Minor abrasions from use are present throughout.Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved Map Powder Horn Of Alexander Sutherland, Capt. In The J.H.B. Attributed To The Master Carve

Lot # 41 (Sale Order: 41 of 206)      

This horn is engraved: "ALEX'r . SUTHERLAND" "Sept'r 10th" "1761" "ALEXANDR Sutherlan__" "In the J : H : B and Captn" "Sinclair's Com___" The map portion of this horn includes "Fort George", "Stillwater", "Halfmoon", "Albany", "Schenactdy", "New York", and "New London". A very detailed Scottish Highlander drawing his basket hilted sword, as well as several masterful drawings of American cities, are engraved on this horn. British flags, masted ships with cannon, a windmill, forts, and assorted architecture. Walter attributed this horn to The Master Carver. Like all horns attributed to this hand, this example is finely and artistically executed. Walter attributed only 19 horns to this extremely skilled hand. The engraved Highlander on this horn is nearly identical to the Scottish figure found on The Master Carver attributed "Provoost" horn in this sale. A Captain John Sinclair of Archibald Montgomerie's 77th Highland Regiment has been found on company records dating to January of 1757. This horn can be found on page 69, number 824 of Grancsay's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". Condition: Good, as described. Horn appears to have been shortened at some point. There is flaking and several hairline cracks but the horn is stable. There are several minor, stable edges that have lifted slightly from the horn surface. There is also the usual chipping on rings around spout and an 1/8 inch sliver is missing from the spout tip. A small insect hole near the plug.Condition:Dimensions:
This horn is engraved: "ALEX'r . SUTHERLAND" "Sept'r 10th" "1761" "ALEXANDR Sutherlan__" "In the J : H : B and Captn" "Sinclair's Com___" The map portion of this horn inc...moreludes "Fort George", "Stillwater", "Halfmoon", "Albany", "Schenactdy", "New York", and "New London". A very detailed Scottish Highlander drawing his basket hilted sword, as well as several masterful drawings of American cities, are engraved on this horn. British flags, masted ships with cannon, a windmill, forts, and assorted architecture. Walter attributed this horn to The Master Carver. Like all horns attributed to this hand, this example is finely and artistically executed. Walter attributed only 19 horns to this extremely skilled hand. The engraved Highlander on this horn is nearly identical to the Scottish figure found on The Master Carver attributed "Provoost" horn in this sale. A Captain John Sinclair of Archibald Montgomerie's 77th Highland Regiment has been found on company records dating to January of 1757. This horn can be found on page 69, number 824 of Grancsay's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". Condition: Good, as described. Horn appears to have been shortened at some point. There is flaking and several hairline cracks but the horn is stable. There are several minor, stable edges that have lifted slightly from the horn surface. There is also the usual chipping on rings around spout and an 1/8 inch sliver is missing from the spout tip. A small insect hole near the plug.Condition:Dimensions:

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Powder Horn Of Christopher Flanders Made At Crown Point, Dated 1760.

Lot # 42 (Sale Order: 42 of 206)      

This French and Indain War powder horn is engraved: "November the 6 1760" "Christopher Flanders" "his horn Made at Crown point" "G R 2". The lettering engraved on this horn is tastefully executed in panels of dots and lines. The fort at Crown Point is pictured, along with a creative conception of the British Royal Crest, simplified to a "GR 2" contained in a panel. The crest is flanked by a unicorn and a whimsical lion. There are intertwined snakes near spout end. Large, shaded tulips and vines are also engraved. The domed, pine plug is secured with six wooden pegs. Scalloping decorates the horn where it meets the darker, recessed portion. The scalloping has a simple linear border and dots. There is a scalloped carved ring below the spout, in the faceted, recessed area. The spout tip mirrors the faceting on the rest of the spout. This horn measures 13 - 1/2 " overall. Records show a Revolutionary War veteran by the name of Christopher Flanders who was born at "Hawke or Kingston, New Hampshire". This horn is described by Stephen Grancsay in his 1946 book American Engraved Powder Horns on page number 52, number 331, as "Christopher Flanders his horn made at Crown Point November 6, 1760". At the time, it was in the collection of the Valley Forge Museum, Valley Forge Pa. Condition: Very Good. This horn has a nice warm patina. The plug finial is missing and there is minor chipping on the horn at the plug. The spout also has minor notches. Much of the ring carving has been smoothed with use.Condition:Dimensions:
This French and Indain War powder horn is engraved: "November the 6 1760" "Christopher Flanders" "his horn Made at Crown point" "G R 2". The lettering engraved on this ho...morern is tastefully executed in panels of dots and lines. The fort at Crown Point is pictured, along with a creative conception of the British Royal Crest, simplified to a "GR 2" contained in a panel. The crest is flanked by a unicorn and a whimsical lion. There are intertwined snakes near spout end. Large, shaded tulips and vines are also engraved. The domed, pine plug is secured with six wooden pegs. Scalloping decorates the horn where it meets the darker, recessed portion. The scalloping has a simple linear border and dots. There is a scalloped carved ring below the spout, in the faceted, recessed area. The spout tip mirrors the faceting on the rest of the spout. This horn measures 13 - 1/2 " overall. Records show a Revolutionary War veteran by the name of Christopher Flanders who was born at "Hawke or Kingston, New Hampshire". This horn is described by Stephen Grancsay in his 1946 book American Engraved Powder Horns on page number 52, number 331, as "Christopher Flanders his horn made at Crown Point November 6, 1760". At the time, it was in the collection of the Valley Forge Museum, Valley Forge Pa. Condition: Very Good. This horn has a nice warm patina. The plug finial is missing and there is minor chipping on the horn at the plug. The spout also has minor notches. Much of the ring carving has been smoothed with use.Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved Map Powder Horn Inscribed Jan Fraser R.H.E. (royal Highland Emigrants), Fort Edward To Crow

Lot # 43 (Sale Order: 43 of 206)      

This map horn is inscribed; "Jan Fraser" "R.H.E." (Likely the 84th Royal Highland Regiment). The map on horn shows the route from "Fort EdWard" to "CroWn Point". Other place names engraved on this map include: "Third Falls", "Schome Creek", "Fort Ann", "Fort W Henry", "Wood Creek", "East Creck", "Sonh Bay", "FAll", "East Bay", "Todram Pend", "Two Rocks", "Drowred + Land", "Ticonderoga", and "Lake George". It is very nicely carved with an elaborate three-tiered border design below the butt plug. Also depicted are two forts with British flags and what appears to be three redoubts. There is an extended lobe above the flat, hardwood plug. The is a darker, recessed part of the horn is engraved with the owner's name and regiment. There are also two carved rings for strap attachment below the spout. This horn measures 13 - 1/2" overall. This horn is number 350 in Grancsay's "checklist" of then recorded powder horns. It was previously owned by Mr. Lammot duPont Copeland, as in Stephen V. Grancsay's "American Engraved Powder Horns," published by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1946. Ex. DuMont collection. Condition: Good. There are two areas where carving appears to have been removed. The plug appears to be original, but is not attached to the horn. The extended lobe has minor cracks. Condition:Dimensions:
This map horn is inscribed; "Jan Fraser" "R.H.E." (Likely the 84th Royal Highland Regiment). The map on horn shows the route from "Fort EdWard" to "CroWn Point". Other pl...moreace names engraved on this map include: "Third Falls", "Schome Creek", "Fort Ann", "Fort W Henry", "Wood Creek", "East Creck", "Sonh Bay", "FAll", "East Bay", "Todram Pend", "Two Rocks", "Drowred + Land", "Ticonderoga", and "Lake George". It is very nicely carved with an elaborate three-tiered border design below the butt plug. Also depicted are two forts with British flags and what appears to be three redoubts. There is an extended lobe above the flat, hardwood plug. The is a darker, recessed part of the horn is engraved with the owner's name and regiment. There are also two carved rings for strap attachment below the spout. This horn measures 13 - 1/2" overall. This horn is number 350 in Grancsay's "checklist" of then recorded powder horns. It was previously owned by Mr. Lammot duPont Copeland, as in Stephen V. Grancsay's "American Engraved Powder Horns," published by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1946. Ex. DuMont collection. Condition: Good. There are two areas where carving appears to have been removed. The plug appears to be original, but is not attached to the horn. The extended lobe has minor cracks. Condition:Dimensions:

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Rare Engraved North Carolina Map Powder Horn With View Of Charlestown, Sc And Fort Johnston, Owned B

Lot # 44 (Sale Order: 44 of 206)      

This rare North Carolina horn is inscribed: "Cap:t CHA:s FortNIN" "RiCHArdDEs. OF. Ye. 95th REGT" The locations depicted and labeled on the map portion include: "Asshley Ri.", "STICKhoe", "BroAD RIVer", "ST. TEE River", "NorTH CAroLAINA", "ForT jOHNSTON", "TuckoriTCh", "ForT PIiNC. GeorGe", "NewTOWN", "BurNiNe TOWN", "AllEjoy", and "TESsANRTee". All of the polychrome engraving on this attractive horn displays excellent knowledge of perspective and detail. The most imposing, premier image on this horn is a wonderfully executed view of Charlestown, South Carolina, sporting weathervanes, cannons and numerous buildings. It is pictured beside a depiction of Fort Johnston, flying a beautiful, well executed British Union Jack flag. Among the many images engraved on this horn there are extensive carvings of towns, forts, stags, fish, birds, an aggressive dog, a chained bear eyeing up a bird, a tulip, and a compass. This horn is fitted with a flat, wooden plug, which is surrounded by a diamond and dot decorated band on the horn. This band continues onto the two holed extended lobe. There is a wonderful banded, sawtooth border that decorates the horn at the beginning of the darker, recessed portion. Below this border is a raised ring with diagonal fluting that leads into four other carved rings. The two inch faceted spout is tipped with two carved bands. This horn measures 12 inches overall. There is a red collection number printed on the inside of the extended lobe, which reads "42 36A". A fitted, velvet lined, burgundy case is also included. This display box is inscribed with a matching collection number, "42 36B" This horn is mentioned and described in Stephen V. Grancsay's book "American Engraved Powder Horns on page 28 and 29, number 712. The author notes "this horn was offered for sale in London in 1926 by a Charles J. Sawyer (cf. his catalogue, no. 86, item 22, ill.)". This horn was once the property of the Montclair Art Museum in Montclair, New Jersey. Condition: Excellent. This horn shows limited wear and usage with a few minor chips at the spout and on the four carved rings. Condition:Dimensions:
This rare North Carolina horn is inscribed: "Cap:t CHA:s FortNIN" "RiCHArdDEs. OF. Ye. 95th REGT" The locations depicted and labeled on the map portion include: "Asshley ...moreRi.", "STICKhoe", "BroAD RIVer", "ST. TEE River", "NorTH CAroLAINA", "ForT jOHNSTON", "TuckoriTCh", "ForT PIiNC. GeorGe", "NewTOWN", "BurNiNe TOWN", "AllEjoy", and "TESsANRTee". All of the polychrome engraving on this attractive horn displays excellent knowledge of perspective and detail. The most imposing, premier image on this horn is a wonderfully executed view of Charlestown, South Carolina, sporting weathervanes, cannons and numerous buildings. It is pictured beside a depiction of Fort Johnston, flying a beautiful, well executed British Union Jack flag. Among the many images engraved on this horn there are extensive carvings of towns, forts, stags, fish, birds, an aggressive dog, a chained bear eyeing up a bird, a tulip, and a compass. This horn is fitted with a flat, wooden plug, which is surrounded by a diamond and dot decorated band on the horn. This band continues onto the two holed extended lobe. There is a wonderful banded, sawtooth border that decorates the horn at the beginning of the darker, recessed portion. Below this border is a raised ring with diagonal fluting that leads into four other carved rings. The two inch faceted spout is tipped with two carved bands. This horn measures 12 inches overall. There is a red collection number printed on the inside of the extended lobe, which reads "42 36A". A fitted, velvet lined, burgundy case is also included. This display box is inscribed with a matching collection number, "42 36B" This horn is mentioned and described in Stephen V. Grancsay's book "American Engraved Powder Horns on page 28 and 29, number 712. The author notes "this horn was offered for sale in London in 1926 by a Charles J. Sawyer (cf. his catalogue, no. 86, item 22, ill.)". This horn was once the property of the Montclair Art Museum in Montclair, New Jersey. Condition: Excellent. This horn shows limited wear and usage with a few minor chips at the spout and on the four carved rings. Condition:Dimensions:

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(a) General "mad" Anthony Wayne's Documented Silver-mounted Flintlock Pistols By Wilson, Given To Hi

Lot # 45 (Sale Order: 45 of 206)      

This fine pair of silver mounted flintlock pistols by Richard Wilson were purchased directly from the Wayne Family descendant Anthony Wayne Ridgeway by Walter O'Connor in April of 1979. An original receipt from Ridgeway is included and states that the pistols, according to family history, were the property of General Anthony Wayne and have always been at Waynesborough, where they were always displayed over the mantle. A clipping from "The Sunday Bulletin" in Philadelphia, PA dated August 14, 1960, clearly shows the pistols on the mantle of the drawing room of "Waynesborough" with a portrait of General Anthony Wayne. The photo shows his ancestor, Mr. William Wayne and the caption states that the photo shows General Anthony Wayne's "silver-ornamented dueling pistols are on the mantel". Official copies of the wills of Anthony Wayne (1797), his only son Isaac Wayne (1852), and William Wayne (1933) are included. All of them list the General's sword and pistols. After William's death, the pistols listed became the property of Anthony Wayne Ridgeway. Anthony Wayne was born in 1745 in Chester County, Pennsylvania and he died in 1796. Anthony Wayne was an important Revolutionary War officer and statesman. Wayne adopted a military career at the beginning of the American Revolutionary War, where his military exploits and temper earned him a promotion to brigadier general and the nickname "Mad" Anthony Wayne. He later served as the Senior Officer of the U.S. Army and led the Legion of the United States. In his early life, Wayne worked as a tanner and surveyor after attending the College of Philadelphia. He won election to the Pennsylvania General Assembly and, in 1775 helped raise a Pennsylvania militia unit. During the Revolutionary War, Wayne served in the Invasion of Quebec, the Philadelphia campaign, and the Yorktown campaign. Wayne's reputation suffered due to his defeat in the Battle of Paoli, but he was widely praised for his heroic deeds in 1779 at the Battle of Stony Point. After the war, Wayne settled in Georgia on land that had been granted to him for his service in the Revolutionary War. After briefly representing Georgia in the House of Representatives, he returned to the Army to accept command of the Northwest Indian War. His forces defeated several Native American tribes at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, and the subsequent Treaty of Greenville ended the Northwest Indian War on terms favorable to the United States. While still on active duty, Wayne died in 1796. The silver wrist escutcheons on both pistols are inscribed "Pat.Carr", as they originally belonged to Captain Patrick (Paddy) Carr, who was notorious for hunting and killing southern loyalists throughout the Revolutionary War, especially in Georgia. Carr was well acquainted with the Indians and held a trader's license to do business with the Cherokee Nation. He ardently despised the Tory contingent, and is reputed to have killed 100 Loyalists with his own hands during the Revolution. He was a member of the band of backwoodsmen who fought Ferguson at King's Mountain and on the return trip to their homes when a group of nine Tories were captured and hanged on the spot. Carr was quoted at that moment the "he wished that all the trees in the forest could bear such beautiful fruit!" Paddy Carr apparently presented these pistols to Wayne as they served together at the end of 1781 in Georgia, after the Battle of Yorktown. He was an invaluable aid to General Wayne and late his neighbor, after being presented a large plantation for ousting the British. Carr was from Ireland and emigrated to America in 1767 or 1768, and became an Indian trader before commanding his militia of "Carr's Legion" as they were known. A passage on page 200 from "Mad Anthony Wayne" by Thomas Boyd states: "...Wayne discovered that a large party of wagons of supplies were journeying down the Ogeechee trail toward Savannah. And sending Major John Habersham, Major Francis Moore, an Captain Patt Carr forward with the red lining of their coats turned inside out, the Indians, beguiled by the British color of cloth, were met and escorted to the American camp, where Wayne faced them without disguise and began to disillusion them with regard to the strength of Sir Arnold Clarke." General Wayne, at this time, was attempting to recruit as many Indians to the American side as possible. The pistols themselves feature brass tapered barrels, swamped at the muzzles and fitted on top with silver front and rear sights. The tops are marked "LONDON" surrounded by an engraved border and the left sides have London view and proof marks, as well as "RW" for maker Richard Wilson of Minories London. Please visit our website for the full description.

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Extensive Lot Of Wayne Family Documents Including Letter Signed By Anthony Wayne.

Lot # 46 (Sale Order: 46 of 206)      

According to Walter, these are "all Anthony Wayne related documents". There are six manuscript documents and two nineteenth century Anthony Wayne engravings. The most notable of these documents is a signed letter by General Anthony Wayne. It is reproduced below. "Waynesborough 3rd June 1792 Dear Sir May I request the favor of you to take charge of this Estate, and assist and advise Mrs. Wayne in the direction of my concerns in General in this Quarter, and that you will be so good as to see that the Articles of Agreement with Mr. John Brown are fully complied with, as also (?) with Capt. David Wilson respecting the lime and wood contract. You were so obliging as to Offer to see that all the business at West Chester, respecting entering Satis-factions upon all the Judgements Against me should be fully settled and completed; -as life is uncertain I wish this business done the soonest possible. For which purpose as well for the direction of my concerns in this Quarter you'll please to consider this as ample and Sufficient Authority with my best and kindest wishes for your health + happiness I am with Sincere Esteem. Your Affectionate friend + Humble Sevt AnTY Wayne CapT William Hayman" Another notable document in this lot is a reciept for Colonel Isaac Wayne for the following articles to be handed down to his nephew William N. Evens, when he reached the age of twenty one: twenty four small silver cups, one large gold medal, one large medal of the Order of Cincinnati and one gold watch all the above having belonged to General Anthony Wayne. This document is dated January 19, 1842. Also included is a letter recording the donation of a letter written by General Anthony Wayne to General Washington, detailing the affair at Stoney Point. It was donated by Colonel Isaac Wayne to the Chester County Athenaeum. This letter is dated November 20, 1832. A receipt from Philadelphia, dated July 18, 1798 is included, and notes: " Received from Mr. Isaac Wayne 1 Pount/2/6 For advertising the formation of a Troop of Horse at Great Valley". There is also a short note requesting the attendance of Colonel Isaac Wayne at a "Celebration of his Glorious Victory" in Rockland County. It also asks if he could bring any relics of the galant General. A Letter dated March 19, 1832 and written at West Chester is included. The Atheneaum of Chester County accepts with gratitude autographs and signatures of distinguished Revolutionary characters on correspondence of his father, the late General Anthony Wayne. Another letter written at the Waynesborough Farm in 1832 is included. Colonel Isaac Wayne is offering "autographic signatures" of several distinguished Major Generals, Brigadier Generals and Colonels of the Revolutionary War. He also offers an autographic letter of each Major General of the Pennsylvania Line. There is another short letter offering the previous letters instead of "commiting them indiscriminently to the flames". It is dated March 14, 1832. Another letter regarding the donation of Anthony Wayne's correspondence is included. A final letter dated February 21, 1831 from Colonel Isaac Wayne mentions " donating his father's telescope to the Cabinet of Natural Science located your beautiful Borough of West Chester". Condition: Anthony Wayne letter is in pieces, with some loss. It needs to be secured. Other documents are in good condition.Condition:Dimensions:
According to Walter, these are "all Anthony Wayne related documents". There are six manuscript documents and two nineteenth century Anthony Wayne engravings. The most not...moreable of these documents is a signed letter by General Anthony Wayne. It is reproduced below. "Waynesborough 3rd June 1792 Dear Sir May I request the favor of you to take charge of this Estate, and assist and advise Mrs. Wayne in the direction of my concerns in General in this Quarter, and that you will be so good as to see that the Articles of Agreement with Mr. John Brown are fully complied with, as also (?) with Capt. David Wilson respecting the lime and wood contract. You were so obliging as to Offer to see that all the business at West Chester, respecting entering Satis-factions upon all the Judgements Against me should be fully settled and completed; -as life is uncertain I wish this business done the soonest possible. For which purpose as well for the direction of my concerns in this Quarter you'll please to consider this as ample and Sufficient Authority with my best and kindest wishes for your health + happiness I am with Sincere Esteem. Your Affectionate friend + Humble Sevt AnTY Wayne CapT William Hayman" Another notable document in this lot is a reciept for Colonel Isaac Wayne for the following articles to be handed down to his nephew William N. Evens, when he reached the age of twenty one: twenty four small silver cups, one large gold medal, one large medal of the Order of Cincinnati and one gold watch all the above having belonged to General Anthony Wayne. This document is dated January 19, 1842. Also included is a letter recording the donation of a letter written by General Anthony Wayne to General Washington, detailing the affair at Stoney Point. It was donated by Colonel Isaac Wayne to the Chester County Athenaeum. This letter is dated November 20, 1832. A receipt from Philadelphia, dated July 18, 1798 is included, and notes: " Received from Mr. Isaac Wayne 1 Pount/2/6 For advertising the formation of a Troop of Horse at Great Valley". There is also a short note requesting the attendance of Colonel Isaac Wayne at a "Celebration of his Glorious Victory" in Rockland County. It also asks if he could bring any relics of the galant General. A Letter dated March 19, 1832 and written at West Chester is included. The Atheneaum of Chester County accepts with gratitude autographs and signatures of distinguished Revolutionary characters on correspondence of his father, the late General Anthony Wayne. Another letter written at the Waynesborough Farm in 1832 is included. Colonel Isaac Wayne is offering "autographic signatures" of several distinguished Major Generals, Brigadier Generals and Colonels of the Revolutionary War. He also offers an autographic letter of each Major General of the Pennsylvania Line. There is another short letter offering the previous letters instead of "commiting them indiscriminently to the flames". It is dated March 14, 1832. Another letter regarding the donation of Anthony Wayne's correspondence is included. A final letter dated February 21, 1831 from Colonel Isaac Wayne mentions " donating his father's telescope to the Cabinet of Natural Science located your beautiful Borough of West Chester". Condition: Anthony Wayne letter is in pieces, with some loss. It needs to be secured. Other documents are in good condition.Condition:Dimensions:

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(a) Documented Pair Of Silver Mounted Pistols By Barbar With Shoulder Stock, Belonging To Captain Ro

Lot # 47 (Sale Order: 47 of 206)      

These silver mounted pistols bear the crest of Captain Robert Orme on both of their wrist escutcheons. Captain Robert Orme (1732-1790) served in America during the French and Indian War and distinguished himself at Fort Duquesne in 1755. Orme was General Braddock's aid-de-camp and was wounded in the action where Braddock was killed in 1755 at the Battle of the Monongahela. After the Battle of Fort Duquesne, Captain Orme then resigned his commission and returned to England in 1756. Orme and George Washington also became close friends while serving together under Braddock and there are several examples of their correspondence confirming this friendship. The pistols feature Round steel barrels with swamped muzzles and small front sights, both barrels with chiseled relief panels on top marked "BARBAR". The left sides of the breeches are marked with London view and proof marks, as well as "IB" for James Barbar. Round lockplate faces marked "BARBAR" in centers, professionally converted to percussion during their period of use. The hammers are scroll-engraved and the bolster faces feature floral engraving. Both feature sterling silver furniture, the rear triggerguard tang of one pistol hallmarked with date letter for 1755 and with silversmith mark of James Brooker. The wrist escutcheons both bear the crest of Robert Orme. On the back of both wrists, there is an inlaid iron escutcheon surrounding the cavity for a shoulder stock. The pistols are complete with one detachable figured walnut skeleton buttstock with iron mount and release handle. The pistols are of classic Georgian form and are stocked in partially figured walnut. There are relief-carved shells around the barrel tangs and relief panels around the lockplates and counterplates. The pistols retain period ramrods, one original and still retaining iron worm, the other a period replacement. The pistols are housed in a period English case of figured mahogany. Included is an archive of research conducted by Walter O'Connor, as well as information on Ormes and the original Sotheby & Co. catalog and prices realized from the April 16, 1974 auction of "Modern and Antique Firearms and Edged Weapons". These pistols were sold as lot 195, from the property of A.D. Chater-House, Esq. The pistols are described as belonging to Captain Robert Orme, the great Uncle of M.D. Chater-House. The pistols are overall in very good condition. The barrels retain an even brown patina and the locks retain an even grey patina. One hammer spur has been broken off and is absent. Silver furniture is polished, darker patina in protected areas. Stocks are very good with some minor hairline cracks due to age and some scattered marks from use. Stock is very good, iron mounts retain a dark patina. The case partitions have been removed and the liner on the lid and sides shows soiling and moth damage. Exterior has scratches and scattered marks and some minor chipping at corners. This is a very important pair of historic pistols, belonging to an important and celebrated French and Indian War captain. Accessories : Shoulder Stock/Case Barrel Length: Both 9 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: Both .67 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Barbar Model: Flintlock Officer Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:
These silver mounted pistols bear the crest of Captain Robert Orme on both of their wrist escutcheons. Captain Robert Orme (1732-1790) served in America during the French...more and Indian War and distinguished himself at Fort Duquesne in 1755. Orme was General Braddock's aid-de-camp and was wounded in the action where Braddock was killed in 1755 at the Battle of the Monongahela. After the Battle of Fort Duquesne, Captain Orme then resigned his commission and returned to England in 1756. Orme and George Washington also became close friends while serving together under Braddock and there are several examples of their correspondence confirming this friendship. The pistols feature Round steel barrels with swamped muzzles and small front sights, both barrels with chiseled relief panels on top marked "BARBAR". The left sides of the breeches are marked with London view and proof marks, as well as "IB" for James Barbar. Round lockplate faces marked "BARBAR" in centers, professionally converted to percussion during their period of use. The hammers are scroll-engraved and the bolster faces feature floral engraving. Both feature sterling silver furniture, the rear triggerguard tang of one pistol hallmarked with date letter for 1755 and with silversmith mark of James Brooker. The wrist escutcheons both bear the crest of Robert Orme. On the back of both wrists, there is an inlaid iron escutcheon surrounding the cavity for a shoulder stock. The pistols are complete with one detachable figured walnut skeleton buttstock with iron mount and release handle. The pistols are of classic Georgian form and are stocked in partially figured walnut. There are relief-carved shells around the barrel tangs and relief panels around the lockplates and counterplates. The pistols retain period ramrods, one original and still retaining iron worm, the other a period replacement. The pistols are housed in a period English case of figured mahogany. Included is an archive of research conducted by Walter O'Connor, as well as information on Ormes and the original Sotheby & Co. catalog and prices realized from the April 16, 1974 auction of "Modern and Antique Firearms and Edged Weapons". These pistols were sold as lot 195, from the property of A.D. Chater-House, Esq. The pistols are described as belonging to Captain Robert Orme, the great Uncle of M.D. Chater-House. The pistols are overall in very good condition. The barrels retain an even brown patina and the locks retain an even grey patina. One hammer spur has been broken off and is absent. Silver furniture is polished, darker patina in protected areas. Stocks are very good with some minor hairline cracks due to age and some scattered marks from use. Stock is very good, iron mounts retain a dark patina. The case partitions have been removed and the liner on the lid and sides shows soiling and moth damage. Exterior has scratches and scattered marks and some minor chipping at corners. This is a very important pair of historic pistols, belonging to an important and celebrated French and Indian War captain. Accessories : Shoulder Stock/Case Barrel Length: Both 9 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: Both .67 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Barbar Model: Flintlock Officer Paperwork : Yes Serial Number: NSNCondition:Dimensions:

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Francis Pfister's Folding Map From Of The Hudon River Corridor, Complete With Map Case, Circa 1758.

Lot # 48 (Sale Order: 48 of 206)      

PFISTER, Francis (1740-1777). Untitled manuscript map [A Survey of the Hudson River, Lakes George and Champlain commencing at New York City and from thence to St. Johns] on 3 sheets, ink and graphite with watercolor wash. Not dated, but approximately 1758 with possible later additions. Approximate scale 1:633,600 (10 miles to 1 inch). 3 sheets of laid paper, each sheet approximately 15 x 9 1/4 inches and cut into six sections for ease of folding, then mounted to linen backing; with its original pressboard traveling case, approximately 4 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 1 inch, covered in buff silk and bearing decorative edging and inscription in black ink, 'MAP FROM NEW-YORK to St. JOHN'S.' WITH one drafting divider/compass of brass, 2.5 inches H--all that remains today of Pfister's captured drafting set. This highly important, manuscript map of the Hudson River corridor from New York City to St. Johns, Quebec is undoubtedly the map that Pfister had with him on campaign when mortally wounded at the battle of Bennington. It was taken from his saddlebags, along with his commission, papers and a set of drawing instruments, by Jonathan Armstrong, a Patriot volunteer from Dorset involved in the attack on the Tory Redoubt. A "map of the rout from St. Johns through lakes Champlain and George, and along the Hudson to New York" was still in the possession of Armstrong's grandson in 1860, which was described as being "in three parts for the convenience of folding and use, the whole being about 4 feet long by 10 inches wide." It was that the "lakes and rivers are colored and whole is so neatly and accurately done with a pen as to be scarcely distinguishable from a fine engraving." While cataloging this map, a study was made of other known contemporary maps, both printed and manuscript, to determine whether this map was an original work prepared by Pfister or a copy of another known map. Two extant maps are clearly closely related: 1) A [printed] map of the Province of New-York reduc'd from the large drawing of that Province, compiled from actual surveys by order of His Excellency William Tryon, Esqr., Captain General & Governor of the same, by Claude Joseph Sauthier; to which is added New Jersey. London: William Faden, 1776 and 2) A survey of Lake Champlain, from Crown Point to Windmil Point, and from thence to St. Iohns. This latter manuscript map, rendered in ink and watercolor, was executed in 1762 by William Brasier, then serving as "Deputy Draughtsmen in the Ordnance Office (a later version of this map was published in London by Sayer & Bennet in 1776). Brasier, a civilian draughtsmen and surveyor in British employ, was also involved in the preparation of the Sauthier map of 1776. It should be noted that Brasier had earlier served as an assistant to Ratzer, Pfister and other engineer officers during the late war with France. The third or upper sheet of the Pfister map, depicting Lake Champlain to St. Johns, is nearly identical to the Brasier map of 1762 and it is very likely that both originated from earlier surveys conducted during the war involving all three mapmakers. While the two lower sheets of the Pfister manuscript map share similarities to the Sauthier-Brasier printed map of 1776, there are enough differences and discrepancies in terms of what is respectively mapped and labeled, that make it quite clear that the Pfister map is not derivative, but rather an original, related work. Pfister completed his beautiful, finished map from earlier surveys and mapping efforts, much of it probably gathered firsthand during both his military service and later land deals as a civilian. For example, the second sheet of Pfister's map depict the Hoosick Valley and the Hampshire Grants in far greater detail than other contemporary maps--almost certainly derived from survey and mapping work of the military land grants and other properties acquired by him along the present-day New York-Vermont border. One of the most important and visually-compelling, manuscript maps of the Revolutionary War epoch to surface in decades. Condition:Dimensions:18" x 14".
PFISTER, Francis (1740-1777). Untitled manuscript map [A Survey of the Hudson River, Lakes George and Champlain commencing at New York City and from thence to St. Johns] ...moreon 3 sheets, ink and graphite with watercolor wash. Not dated, but approximately 1758 with possible later additions. Approximate scale 1:633,600 (10 miles to 1 inch). 3 sheets of laid paper, each sheet approximately 15 x 9 1/4 inches and cut into six sections for ease of folding, then mounted to linen backing; with its original pressboard traveling case, approximately 4 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 1 inch, covered in buff silk and bearing decorative edging and inscription in black ink, 'MAP FROM NEW-YORK to St. JOHN'S.' WITH one drafting divider/compass of brass, 2.5 inches H--all that remains today of Pfister's captured drafting set. This highly important, manuscript map of the Hudson River corridor from New York City to St. Johns, Quebec is undoubtedly the map that Pfister had with him on campaign when mortally wounded at the battle of Bennington. It was taken from his saddlebags, along with his commission, papers and a set of drawing instruments, by Jonathan Armstrong, a Patriot volunteer from Dorset involved in the attack on the Tory Redoubt. A "map of the rout from St. Johns through lakes Champlain and George, and along the Hudson to New York" was still in the possession of Armstrong's grandson in 1860, which was described as being "in three parts for the convenience of folding and use, the whole being about 4 feet long by 10 inches wide." It was that the "lakes and rivers are colored and whole is so neatly and accurately done with a pen as to be scarcely distinguishable from a fine engraving." While cataloging this map, a study was made of other known contemporary maps, both printed and manuscript, to determine whether this map was an original work prepared by Pfister or a copy of another known map. Two extant maps are clearly closely related: 1) A [printed] map of the Province of New-York reduc'd from the large drawing of that Province, compiled from actual surveys by order of His Excellency William Tryon, Esqr., Captain General & Governor of the same, by Claude Joseph Sauthier; to which is added New Jersey. London: William Faden, 1776 and 2) A survey of Lake Champlain, from Crown Point to Windmil Point, and from thence to St. Iohns. This latter manuscript map, rendered in ink and watercolor, was executed in 1762 by William Brasier, then serving as "Deputy Draughtsmen in the Ordnance Office (a later version of this map was published in London by Sayer & Bennet in 1776). Brasier, a civilian draughtsmen and surveyor in British employ, was also involved in the preparation of the Sauthier map of 1776. It should be noted that Brasier had earlier served as an assistant to Ratzer, Pfister and other engineer officers during the late war with France. The third or upper sheet of the Pfister map, depicting Lake Champlain to St. Johns, is nearly identical to the Brasier map of 1762 and it is very likely that both originated from earlier surveys conducted during the war involving all three mapmakers. While the two lower sheets of the Pfister manuscript map share similarities to the Sauthier-Brasier printed map of 1776, there are enough differences and discrepancies in terms of what is respectively mapped and labeled, that make it quite clear that the Pfister map is not derivative, but rather an original, related work. Pfister completed his beautiful, finished map from earlier surveys and mapping efforts, much of it probably gathered firsthand during both his military service and later land deals as a civilian. For example, the second sheet of Pfister's map depict the Hoosick Valley and the Hampshire Grants in far greater detail than other contemporary maps--almost certainly derived from survey and mapping work of the military land grants and other properties acquired by him along the present-day New York-Vermont border. One of the most important and visually-compelling, manuscript maps of the Revolutionary War epoch to surface in decades. Condition:Dimensions:18" x 14".

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Pfister's 1760 Commission As Lieutenant In The 60th Or 'royal American' Regiment.

Lot # 49 (Sale Order: 49 of 206)      

AMHERST, Jeffery (1717-1797), as Commander in Chief. Manuscript document signed ("Jeff Amherst"), ink on parchment sheet ( 9 3/4 x 13 1/2 inches), "By His Excellency Jeffery Amherst Esqr. Major General & Commander in Chief of all His Majesty's Forces in North America &ca &ca to Francis Pfister Gent. By Virtue of the Power and Authority given by His Majesty, I Do hereby ...Appoint You to be Lieutenant....in His Majesty's Sixtieth, or Royal American Regt. of Foot of Whereof I am Colonel in Chief....Given at Montreal this Eighteenth day of September [1760].... Docketed on recto: '60th Regt./ Lieut. Francis Pfister/ 18th. September 1760". Folds, remnants of original wax and paper seal on upper LH corner. Pfister's promotion from ensign to lieutenant for meritorious service, which largely consisted of engineering and cartographic duties during the 1759 expedition against Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point and the taking of Montreal in 1760. Condition:Dimensions:
AMHERST, Jeffery (1717-1797), as Commander in Chief. Manuscript document signed ("Jeff Amherst"), ink on parchment sheet ( 9 3/4 x 13 1/2 inches), "By His Excellency Jeff...moreery Amherst Esqr. Major General & Commander in Chief of all His Majesty's Forces in North America &ca &ca to Francis Pfister Gent. By Virtue of the Power and Authority given by His Majesty, I Do hereby ...Appoint You to be Lieutenant....in His Majesty's Sixtieth, or Royal American Regt. of Foot of Whereof I am Colonel in Chief....Given at Montreal this Eighteenth day of September [1760].... Docketed on recto: '60th Regt./ Lieut. Francis Pfister/ 18th. September 1760". Folds, remnants of original wax and paper seal on upper LH corner. Pfister's promotion from ensign to lieutenant for meritorious service, which largely consisted of engineering and cartographic duties during the 1759 expedition against Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point and the taking of Montreal in 1760. Condition:Dimensions:

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1769 Contract Renewal To Operate The Niagara Carrying Place For The Crown.

Lot # 50 (Sale Order: 50 of 206)      

Manuscript document, ink on laid paper, 6 pages on three folio sheets (each 12 7/8 x 7 3/4 inches) "Whereas the Carrying Place at Niagara, situated between the Lakes Ontario and Erie in the Province of New York in North America is a Post of Great Consequence for the Passage of Troops, Stores and Provisions for His Majesty's Service, but also for the Transportation of Merchandize to, and from new York or Canada and the upper Lakes....And Whereas Lieut. Thomas Gamble Assistant Deputy Quarter Master General in North America, Contracted with Lieut. Francis Pfister & the said John Stedman for the Term of three years from the Sixth day of March 1766 Whereby the said Pfister and Stedman under Certain Conditions and Allowances were to Transport Stores and Provisions for the Use of His Majesty's Service over the said Carrying Place which said Contract was renewed for the Term of Three Years to End the Sixth Day of March 1772...." The contract renewal is made by Gamble "By Order of His Excellency The Honorable Thomas Gage Esq: Commander in Chief ...in North America with Pfister and Stedman. The body of the document lays out, in seven, detailed clauses or articles , the expected services, stipulations of operation, and allowances to accrue to contractors under which said contract renewal is to be governed. Note: the seventh and final page of this contract, which apparently consisted of the closing of the seventh clause and the appended signatures of all parties, is missing. Condition:Dimensions:
Manuscript document, ink on laid paper, 6 pages on three folio sheets (each 12 7/8 x 7 3/4 inches) "Whereas the Carrying Place at Niagara, situated between the Lakes Onta...morerio and Erie in the Province of New York in North America is a Post of Great Consequence for the Passage of Troops, Stores and Provisions for His Majesty's Service, but also for the Transportation of Merchandize to, and from new York or Canada and the upper Lakes....And Whereas Lieut. Thomas Gamble Assistant Deputy Quarter Master General in North America, Contracted with Lieut. Francis Pfister & the said John Stedman for the Term of three years from the Sixth day of March 1766 Whereby the said Pfister and Stedman under Certain Conditions and Allowances were to Transport Stores and Provisions for the Use of His Majesty's Service over the said Carrying Place which said Contract was renewed for the Term of Three Years to End the Sixth Day of March 1772...." The contract renewal is made by Gamble "By Order of His Excellency The Honorable Thomas Gage Esq: Commander in Chief ...in North America with Pfister and Stedman. The body of the document lays out, in seven, detailed clauses or articles , the expected services, stipulations of operation, and allowances to accrue to contractors under which said contract renewal is to be governed. Note: the seventh and final page of this contract, which apparently consisted of the closing of the seventh clause and the appended signatures of all parties, is missing. Condition:Dimensions:

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