O'Connor's Americana Collection

O'Connor's Americana Collection

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O'Connor's Americana Collection

O'Connor's Americana Collection

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Lot Of 3: Early And Scarce 18th Century Flintlock Mechanisms.

Lot # 153 (Sale Order: 151 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) French rifle lock measuring 5-3/8" in length by 15/16" in height behind pan. Flat lockplate inscribed in center "Cheux/a ber", very good condition with dark patina, mainspring is absent. B) Small unmarked pistol lock measuring 4-3/8" in length and 13/16 in height, behind pan. Probably German or American, good condition with grey patina, top jaw, mainspring, and a couple screws are missing. C) Small pistol lock measuring 4-1/8" in length and 1" in height, behind waterproof pan. Features a roller frizzen and center of lockplate inscribed "Muley" in center. Fair condition with grey patina, top jaw and screw and most internal components are absent. A nice group of early locks and components.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) French rifle lock measuring 5-3/8" in length by 15/16" in height behind pan. Flat lockplate inscribed in center "Cheux/a ber", very good condition...more with dark patina, mainspring is absent. B) Small unmarked pistol lock measuring 4-3/8" in length and 13/16 in height, behind pan. Probably German or American, good condition with grey patina, top jaw, mainspring, and a couple screws are missing. C) Small pistol lock measuring 4-1/8" in length and 1" in height, behind waterproof pan. Features a roller frizzen and center of lockplate inscribed "Muley" in center. Fair condition with grey patina, top jaw and screw and most internal components are absent. A nice group of early locks and components.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 3: 18th Century Musket Locks.

Lot # 154 (Sale Order: 152 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) French Model 1728 Musket Lock, measures 6-1/2" long, marked "I BLANC" inside and center of plate on outside with partially visible inscription. Broken cock is not original, otherwise complete and all original, pan has been lined in brass. Dark patina overall. B) A 6-7/8" long Portuguese musket lock with large crown over "PR" monogram in script in center, tail marked "LISBON/17--" Cock is absent, otherwise good retaining grey patina and complete, tail markings worn. C) Maubeuge French 1766 lockplate only with unusual percussion converted cock, using a flintlock cock and replacing top jaw with a hammer. Fair condition with worn markings, cock very good with dark patina. D) French 1766 original flintlock cock, frizzen, mainspring, top jaw screw, and cock screw, all with dark patina. A nice 18th century lot of locks and lock parts.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) French Model 1728 Musket Lock, measures 6-1/2" long, marked "I BLANC" inside and center of plate on outside with partially visible inscription. Br...moreoken cock is not original, otherwise complete and all original, pan has been lined in brass. Dark patina overall. B) A 6-7/8" long Portuguese musket lock with large crown over "PR" monogram in script in center, tail marked "LISBON/17--" Cock is absent, otherwise good retaining grey patina and complete, tail markings worn. C) Maubeuge French 1766 lockplate only with unusual percussion converted cock, using a flintlock cock and replacing top jaw with a hammer. Fair condition with worn markings, cock very good with dark patina. D) French 1766 original flintlock cock, frizzen, mainspring, top jaw screw, and cock screw, all with dark patina. A nice 18th century lot of locks and lock parts.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 2 18th Century Locks: American "johnson" Lock & Watkins 1746 Long Land Lock.

Lot # 155 (Sale Order: 153 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) Early American lock marked "Johnson" in script in the center of the flat plate and decorated with engraved scrolls and shell designs. Measures 6-1/2" in length by 1" in height. The cock and mainspring are absent, lock retains a dark brown patina and markings are very clear. B) First Model "Long Land" Pattern Brown Bess lock. Banana form of 6-3/4" long by 1-1/4" in height. The rounded face is engraved with a large crown over "GR" in center and stamped with small crown and broad arrow ownership mark. The tail is engraved "WATKINS/1746". Grey patina with some areas of slightly heavier patina, markings are very good, mainspring needs adjusted and re-attached, cock is absent. One lock retaining screw is present. A very nice lot of two scarce pieces.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) Early American lock marked "Johnson" in script in the center of the flat plate and decorated with engraved scrolls and shell designs. Measures 6-1...more/2" in length by 1" in height. The cock and mainspring are absent, lock retains a dark brown patina and markings are very clear. B) First Model "Long Land" Pattern Brown Bess lock. Banana form of 6-3/4" long by 1-1/4" in height. The rounded face is engraved with a large crown over "GR" in center and stamped with small crown and broad arrow ownership mark. The tail is engraved "WATKINS/1746". Grey patina with some areas of slightly heavier patina, markings are very good, mainspring needs adjusted and re-attached, cock is absent. One lock retaining screw is present. A very nice lot of two scarce pieces.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of Flintlock Plates, Frizzens, And Parts.

Lot # 156 (Sale Order: 154 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) American lockplate of 5" in length, back marked with large "SC", no other markings. Complete with all parts but not assembled. Inside of box lid reads: "W O'C Project, Don't disturb!" All components with an even dark patina. B) Llockplate measuring 5". Dark patina overall. C) Broken lockplate, three rifle frizzens, two frizzen springs, a mainspring and other internal parts, all with dark patina. D) Relic lock with heavy patina. Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) American lockplate of 5" in length, back marked with large "SC", no other markings. Complete with all parts but not assembled. Inside of box lid r...moreeads: "W O'C Project, Don't disturb!" All components with an even dark patina. B) Llockplate measuring 5". Dark patina overall. C) Broken lockplate, three rifle frizzens, two frizzen springs, a mainspring and other internal parts, all with dark patina. D) Relic lock with heavy patina. Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 8: Powder Flasks, Bullet Mold & Cap Tins.

Lot # 157 (Sale Order: 155 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) Small brass pistol flask for Colt pocket pistols, featuring an embossed American eagle on both sides. The flask is in good condition overall with very dark patina overall and some minor denting. B) Medium size hunting flask in excellent condition with a deer hunting scene on both sides, but missing the top of the spout. C) Dixon medium size flask with floral patterns on both sides in good condition with dark patina overall but with some minor denting. C) Shell designed priming flask in excellent condition but missing its spring; a small brass duel cavity bullet mold with wood handles,also in excellent condition, stamped "120" on the top. D) Three 19th century percussion cap tins, all with some caps, and two with only remnants of their original labels.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) Small brass pistol flask for Colt pocket pistols, featuring an embossed American eagle on both sides. The flask is in good condition overall with ...morevery dark patina overall and some minor denting. B) Medium size hunting flask in excellent condition with a deer hunting scene on both sides, but missing the top of the spout. C) Dixon medium size flask with floral patterns on both sides in good condition with dark patina overall but with some minor denting. C) Shell designed priming flask in excellent condition but missing its spring; a small brass duel cavity bullet mold with wood handles,also in excellent condition, stamped "120" on the top. D) Three 19th century percussion cap tins, all with some caps, and two with only remnants of their original labels.Condition:Dimensions:

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Silver Mounted Scottish Snuff Horn.

Lot # 158 (Sale Order: 156 of 206)      

The top silver band of this horn is inscribed: "A present to the C.H.F. Society of Dunkeld" "By M. William Blackhall Edinburgh." An engraved Scottish thistle adorns the lid. Silver band with inscription is located below lid. Condition: Excellent.Condition:Dimensions:
The top silver band of this horn is inscribed: "A present to the C.H.F. Society of Dunkeld" "By M. William Blackhall Edinburgh." An engraved Scottish thistle adorns the l...moreid. Silver band with inscription is located below lid. Condition: Excellent.Condition:Dimensions:

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18th Century Lock And Brass Components.

Lot # 159 (Sale Order: 157 of 206)      

Lot is comprising of: A southern Kentucky longrifle patchbox of brass, a Germanic lock and brass sideplate, a brass triggerguard, and several barrel wedges. All retain dark unpolished patinas, cock for lock is absent. A nice grouping of early parts.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprising of: A southern Kentucky longrifle patchbox of brass, a Germanic lock and brass sideplate, a brass triggerguard, and several barrel wedges. All retain da...morerk unpolished patinas, cock for lock is absent. A nice grouping of early parts.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 2: Early Conestoga Wagon Jacks, One Dated 1760.

Lot # 160 (Sale Order: 158 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) Very nice Conestoga wagon jack dated "1760" in script on the iron shaft. It is complete and functional, other than the wooden handle, and retains a dark patina overall. B) The iron portion of an 18th century Conestoga wagon jack; however, the wooden base is absent. It retains the wooden handle and does function. Retains a dark patina overall. Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) Very nice Conestoga wagon jack dated "1760" in script on the iron shaft. It is complete and functional, other than the wooden handle, and retains ...morea dark patina overall. B) The iron portion of an 18th century Conestoga wagon jack; however, the wooden base is absent. It retains the wooden handle and does function. Retains a dark patina overall. Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 4: 18th Century Axes And Tools.

Lot # 161 (Sale Order: 159 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) An iron 18th century square pole camp or belt ax reportedly dug at Valley Forge in Pennsylvania, relic condition. B) A square pole belt ax with ears, iron with steel cutting edge, one side with large punch dot "B" and other side with smaller punch dot "B" and collection number "92A03" in white paint, probably Benninghoff Collection. Very good with dark patina and a couple nicks on edge, break on left side at back of eye. C) Hand forged 18th century pick ax with dark heavy patina overall. D) 18th century hand forged iron fork, probably American, with three tines and grey spotted patina overall. A nice grouping of 18th century iron camp items. Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) An iron 18th century square pole camp or belt ax reportedly dug at Valley Forge in Pennsylvania, relic condition. B) A square pole belt ax with ea...morers, iron with steel cutting edge, one side with large punch dot "B" and other side with smaller punch dot "B" and collection number "92A03" in white paint, probably Benninghoff Collection. Very good with dark patina and a couple nicks on edge, break on left side at back of eye. C) Hand forged 18th century pick ax with dark heavy patina overall. D) 18th century hand forged iron fork, probably American, with three tines and grey spotted patina overall. A nice grouping of 18th century iron camp items. Condition:Dimensions:

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Silver Spoon By Charles Hall Of Lancaster Pennsylvania.

Lot # 162 (Sale Order: 160 of 206)      

Spoon has a deep bowl featuring a Roccoco shell in relief on the reverse. Overall measurement is 8 1/4". The back of the handle is stamped twice with the "CHALL" hallmark for Charles Hall of Lancaster Pennsylvania. The top of the handle is monogrammed "SSH" for Samuel and Susanna Hunter of Fort Augusta, Pennsylvania. Hunter was a commandant in the Revolutionary War. This spoon was purchased by Walter O'Connor along with several of Hunter's letters from his decedents at auction. According to "Silversmiths of Lancaster, Pennsylvania: 1730-1850" by Vivian S. Gerstell; Charles Hall was born in 1742 and died in 1783. He was a prominent citizen as well as a silversmith. On page 41, there is a photograph of a spoon with the identical hallmarks shown on this example. Silver from Lancaster County made in this time period is very scarce, and desirable. The spoon is in excellent condition, showing a mostly gray patina with some wear to the shell design on the back of the bowl.Condition:Dimensions:
Spoon has a deep bowl featuring a Roccoco shell in relief on the reverse. Overall measurement is 8 1/4". The back of the handle is stamped twice with the "CHALL" hallmark...more for Charles Hall of Lancaster Pennsylvania. The top of the handle is monogrammed "SSH" for Samuel and Susanna Hunter of Fort Augusta, Pennsylvania. Hunter was a commandant in the Revolutionary War. This spoon was purchased by Walter O'Connor along with several of Hunter's letters from his decedents at auction. According to "Silversmiths of Lancaster, Pennsylvania: 1730-1850" by Vivian S. Gerstell; Charles Hall was born in 1742 and died in 1783. He was a prominent citizen as well as a silversmith. On page 41, there is a photograph of a spoon with the identical hallmarks shown on this example. Silver from Lancaster County made in this time period is very scarce, and desirable. The spoon is in excellent condition, showing a mostly gray patina with some wear to the shell design on the back of the bowl.Condition:Dimensions:

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18th Century Book Stand Or Podium.

Lot # 163 (Sale Order: 161 of 206)      

Probably Pennsylvania. Top measures 14-3/4" by 11-1/2", stands about 8-1/2" tall. Partially figured walnut with two-piece top. Four stretchers around legs with bulbous vase and ring turnings. Some minor warping, a few worm holes, and age cracks. Three of the feet and one stretcher have been professionally replaced. One corner of book molding on top has been replaced. Has a nice dry patina and displays very nicely with an 18th century book on top.Condition:Dimensions:
Probably Pennsylvania. Top measures 14-3/4" by 11-1/2", stands about 8-1/2" tall. Partially figured walnut with two-piece top. Four stretchers around legs with bulbous va...morese and ring turnings. Some minor warping, a few worm holes, and age cracks. Three of the feet and one stretcher have been professionally replaced. One corner of book molding on top has been replaced. Has a nice dry patina and displays very nicely with an 18th century book on top.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of Edged Weapons.

Lot # 164 (Sale Order: 162 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) An imported high grade Civil War infantry Officer's saber with slightly curved steel blade of 32". Both sides are etched with patriotic motifs. The left side with a large "U.S." and the right side with an eagle. The guard is pierced and features a high relief eagle and shield in front of flags and stands of arms. The backstrap is also chiseled with foliate scrolls. The wood grip is wrapped with sharkskin and braided copper wire. This decorated is in fair condition. The blade has a dark spotted patina with a series of nicks to the edge and a minor piece missing at the tip. The hilt retains a completely unpolished dark patina and the grip retains about 50% of the sharkskin wrap. The steel scabbard, with brass mount, is missing about 2" from the tip and retains an extremely dark patina overall with area of denting and deterioration. B) Three pre-Civil War cavalry saber blades all 35 1/2" long and curved with wide shallow fullers and partial thin fullers. All three are marked on the left side of the riccaso "MFD. BY LELAND & CO". Leland and company, an American blade maker, made a small number of Model 1840 cavalry sabers. Their blades were probably for the Model 1840 and were never mounted on hilts. All retain much of their original polish with areas of surface rust and spotting.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) An imported high grade Civil War infantry Officer's saber with slightly curved steel blade of 32". Both sides are etched with patriotic motifs. Th...moree left side with a large "U.S." and the right side with an eagle. The guard is pierced and features a high relief eagle and shield in front of flags and stands of arms. The backstrap is also chiseled with foliate scrolls. The wood grip is wrapped with sharkskin and braided copper wire. This decorated is in fair condition. The blade has a dark spotted patina with a series of nicks to the edge and a minor piece missing at the tip. The hilt retains a completely unpolished dark patina and the grip retains about 50% of the sharkskin wrap. The steel scabbard, with brass mount, is missing about 2" from the tip and retains an extremely dark patina overall with area of denting and deterioration. B) Three pre-Civil War cavalry saber blades all 35 1/2" long and curved with wide shallow fullers and partial thin fullers. All three are marked on the left side of the riccaso "MFD. BY LELAND & CO". Leland and company, an American blade maker, made a small number of Model 1840 cavalry sabers. Their blades were probably for the Model 1840 and were never mounted on hilts. All retain much of their original polish with areas of surface rust and spotting.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 2: Fusil Bayonet & Signed Brass 18th Century Folding Knife.

Lot # 165 (Sale Order: 163 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) Fusil socket bayonet, probably British mid 18th century. Measures only 6-1/2" overall with a flat 5-3/8" clip point blade. Socket opening is 7/8" in diameter on the inside and is 1-9/16" long. These bayonets are often found stored in the butts of flintlock English officer's fusils, either under the buttplates or in an opening trap door on the back of the buttplates. Good condition with a spotted brown and grey patina, some minor chipping to edge. B) Brass folding 18th century knife stamped "I.E. HORN" on left side of blade. Measures 4-7/16" closed and 7-5/8" open with a 3-1/4" blade, left side marked "I.A.I.S." and "I.E. HORN".Brass two-piece grips fastened by iron rivets. Very good condition, brass retains a dark mustard patina with some marks from use and casting flaws. Blade retains a grey patina and shows some sharpening and a few minor nicks on edge. Condition:Dimensions:Largest: 6 - 5/8".
Lot is comprised of: A) Fusil socket bayonet, probably British mid 18th century. Measures only 6-1/2" overall with a flat 5-3/8" clip point blade. Socket opening is 7/8" ...morein diameter on the inside and is 1-9/16" long. These bayonets are often found stored in the butts of flintlock English officer's fusils, either under the buttplates or in an opening trap door on the back of the buttplates. Good condition with a spotted brown and grey patina, some minor chipping to edge. B) Brass folding 18th century knife stamped "I.E. HORN" on left side of blade. Measures 4-7/16" closed and 7-5/8" open with a 3-1/4" blade, left side marked "I.A.I.S." and "I.E. HORN".Brass two-piece grips fastened by iron rivets. Very good condition, brass retains a dark mustard patina with some marks from use and casting flaws. Blade retains a grey patina and shows some sharpening and a few minor nicks on edge. Condition:Dimensions:Largest: 6 - 5/8".

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Gilt Brass Mounted Continental Small Sword & Scabbard.

Lot # 166 (Sale Order: 164 of 206)      

18th century, probably German,with straight colichemarde blade. The top 9" are blued, engraved and highlighted with gilt decoration, each side with three partial fullers, the center fuller on both sides is engraved with the name "SEBASTIAN ERNANEZ". Both sides of the ricasso are decorated with engraved and gilded panels of scroll work. The gilt brass hilt features a pierced guard with deeply chiseled scrolls and floral on both sides. The knucklebow and olive shaped pommel are decorated with gadrooning. The grip is decorated with the series of braided and twisted brass wires. The sword is complete with its original leather scabbard with gilt brass throat mount, complete with hanger. Very good condition. The non-blued portion of the blade has scattered areas of dark patina and a slight bend to the tip. The decorated surface retains about 80% of the original gilt and blued decoration. The hilt is excellent, retaining nearly all its original gilt finish with only some minor high edge wear. The scabbard is missing about 7" near the tip, including the drag, and the mount retains generous traces of gilding. The grip is excellent and shows no fraying or damage. This is a fine example of a mid-18th century officer's small sword, which is why Walter probably retained it for his personal collection. Blade Length: 34 -1/2" Overall Length: 41 -1/4" Paperwork: NoCondition:Dimensions:
18th century, probably German,with straight colichemarde blade. The top 9" are blued, engraved and highlighted with gilt decoration, each side with three partial fullers,...more the center fuller on both sides is engraved with the name "SEBASTIAN ERNANEZ". Both sides of the ricasso are decorated with engraved and gilded panels of scroll work. The gilt brass hilt features a pierced guard with deeply chiseled scrolls and floral on both sides. The knucklebow and olive shaped pommel are decorated with gadrooning. The grip is decorated with the series of braided and twisted brass wires. The sword is complete with its original leather scabbard with gilt brass throat mount, complete with hanger. Very good condition. The non-blued portion of the blade has scattered areas of dark patina and a slight bend to the tip. The decorated surface retains about 80% of the original gilt and blued decoration. The hilt is excellent, retaining nearly all its original gilt finish with only some minor high edge wear. The scabbard is missing about 7" near the tip, including the drag, and the mount retains generous traces of gilding. The grip is excellent and shows no fraying or damage. This is a fine example of a mid-18th century officer's small sword, which is why Walter probably retained it for his personal collection. Blade Length: 34 -1/2" Overall Length: 41 -1/4" Paperwork: NoCondition:Dimensions:

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1812 Contract "rose" Marked Cavalry Saber.

Lot # 167 (Sale Order: 165 of 206)      

According to "Swords And Sword Makers of The War of 1812", by Richard H. Bezdek, William Rose & Sons of Blockley Township Pennsylvania, had a contract for 500 iron cavalry sabers with reverse-P hilt in 1812. This example features a slightly curved unfullered blade and a reverse-P iron hilt, as well as a bulbous wood grip with iron ferrule at the front and an iron backstrap. The spine of the blade, near the top, is marked with partially visible "ROSE". The sword is basically in relic condition with a dark heavy corroded patina overall. The tip of the blade has been rounded, and there are some losses to the edge. The original wood grip has some minor age cracks and chipping. This is a very scarce War of 1812 cavalry saber. Blade Length: 32 - 1/2" Overall Length: 37 - 1/2" Paperwork: NoCondition:Dimensions:
According to "Swords And Sword Makers of The War of 1812", by Richard H. Bezdek, William Rose & Sons of Blockley Township Pennsylvania, had a contract for 500 iron cavalr...morey sabers with reverse-P hilt in 1812. This example features a slightly curved unfullered blade and a reverse-P iron hilt, as well as a bulbous wood grip with iron ferrule at the front and an iron backstrap. The spine of the blade, near the top, is marked with partially visible "ROSE". The sword is basically in relic condition with a dark heavy corroded patina overall. The tip of the blade has been rounded, and there are some losses to the edge. The original wood grip has some minor age cracks and chipping. This is a very scarce War of 1812 cavalry saber. Blade Length: 32 - 1/2" Overall Length: 37 - 1/2" Paperwork: NoCondition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 3: Early Scabbards.

Lot # 168 (Sale Order: 166 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) Brown leather scabbard of 27", very slightly curved, with brass sheet steel drag. The right side is tooled with the inscription "Louis Diserens a Collombier 1806". The back is stitched along the entire length. This scabbard is in excellent condition with dark patina and no losses or cracking. B) Silver mounted brown leather scabbard for a sword with a blade length of 27 1/2" maximum. The front is decorated with 18th century type tooled designs and the mounts are of sheet silver, the throat mount still retains its original hanging ring, where the center mount is missing its ring. Unfortunately, this scabbard is currently in three sections, and shows some cracking and losses to the surface. C) A small silver sheath for a dirk obtained by Walter from Warner Brother's studio from the studio hand prop room. The reverse of the scabbard is inscribed "8455/WB", the Warner Brother's inventory number. The belt hook is pierced and features relief chiseled floral, possibly in the Scottish style. The center of the scabbard features a gilt ring surrounded by a relief ring on each side. The drag tip shows an alligator with an open mouth. Very good condition with dark patina overall and some denting.Condition:Dimensions:Longest 27" long.
Lot is comprised of: A) Brown leather scabbard of 27", very slightly curved, with brass sheet steel drag. The right side is tooled with the inscription "Louis Diserens a ...moreCollombier 1806". The back is stitched along the entire length. This scabbard is in excellent condition with dark patina and no losses or cracking. B) Silver mounted brown leather scabbard for a sword with a blade length of 27 1/2" maximum. The front is decorated with 18th century type tooled designs and the mounts are of sheet silver, the throat mount still retains its original hanging ring, where the center mount is missing its ring. Unfortunately, this scabbard is currently in three sections, and shows some cracking and losses to the surface. C) A small silver sheath for a dirk obtained by Walter from Warner Brother's studio from the studio hand prop room. The reverse of the scabbard is inscribed "8455/WB", the Warner Brother's inventory number. The belt hook is pierced and features relief chiseled floral, possibly in the Scottish style. The center of the scabbard features a gilt ring surrounded by a relief ring on each side. The drag tip shows an alligator with an open mouth. Very good condition with dark patina overall and some denting.Condition:Dimensions:Longest 27" long.

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Carved And Engraved Wooden Puzzle Bird Storage Box.

Lot # 169 (Sale Order: 167 of 206)      

Measures 7" in length and stands 4" tall, possibly American and engraved in the style of a powder horn using polychrome reds and greens. Light wood, possibly maple. The hinged wings, which no longer latch in place, are decorated with feather patterns and borders. The section under the wings is hinged and opens to expose the hollowed out body, which is finished to use as a storage compartment. The sides, tail, and head are also engraved "en suite" with fine engraving. Probably 18th or early 19th century. Condition:Dimensions:
Measures 7" in length and stands 4" tall, possibly American and engraved in the style of a powder horn using polychrome reds and greens. Light wood, possibly maple. The h...moreinged wings, which no longer latch in place, are decorated with feather patterns and borders. The section under the wings is hinged and opens to expose the hollowed out body, which is finished to use as a storage compartment. The sides, tail, and head are also engraved "en suite" with fine engraving. Probably 18th or early 19th century. Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 5: Framed Reverse On Glass Folk Art Paintings By Patricia Lausch.

Lot # 170 (Sale Order: 168 of 206)      

All of the paintings were done between 1996 and 2009 by local and renowned artist Patricia Lausch. Patricia has sold her folk art paintings on reverse glass to clients worldwide. All pieces are signed on the front and have notes to Walter on the back with dates. Lot is comprised of: A) Image measures 12" x 14" in a gilt wood frame and depicts Walter O'Connor's mother with a doll. B) Image measures 11" x 9" framed in a folk-art painted wood frame, and depicts a fisherman on the bank and a sailboat; presented to Walter in 1998. C) Image measures 8" x 6" and depicts an angel above a "Peace on Earth" banner, painted wood frame, dated Christmas 1997. D) Image measures 6" x 8" framed and depicts Walter's pet hen and is labeled as such on front left edge, dated 2009. E) One of Patricia's earliest pieces; measures 19" by 6-1/2" in a gilt frame. On the back is noted: "this first and only unlined work...painted in the early 70's." She presented the piece to Walter in 1996. Depicts a folk art scene of exotic and farm animals on a bright day. This is a nice grouping of delightful folk art paintings on reverse glass done by a talented and well-known Lancaster County, Pennsylvania artist.Condition:Dimensions:
All of the paintings were done between 1996 and 2009 by local and renowned artist Patricia Lausch. Patricia has sold her folk art paintings on reverse glass to clients wo...morerldwide. All pieces are signed on the front and have notes to Walter on the back with dates. Lot is comprised of: A) Image measures 12" x 14" in a gilt wood frame and depicts Walter O'Connor's mother with a doll. B) Image measures 11" x 9" framed in a folk-art painted wood frame, and depicts a fisherman on the bank and a sailboat; presented to Walter in 1998. C) Image measures 8" x 6" and depicts an angel above a "Peace on Earth" banner, painted wood frame, dated Christmas 1997. D) Image measures 6" x 8" framed and depicts Walter's pet hen and is labeled as such on front left edge, dated 2009. E) One of Patricia's earliest pieces; measures 19" by 6-1/2" in a gilt frame. On the back is noted: "this first and only unlined work...painted in the early 70's." She presented the piece to Walter in 1996. Depicts a folk art scene of exotic and farm animals on a bright day. This is a nice grouping of delightful folk art paintings on reverse glass done by a talented and well-known Lancaster County, Pennsylvania artist.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 3: Framed Hand-colored Highlander Litho, Original Painting Of Powder Horn By James Briggs, &

Lot # 171 (Sale Order: 169 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) Original oil on board which depicts a realistic French and Indian War New York map powder horn. Painting is signed "Jm. T" in lower right corner for artist James Triggs and is dated 1956 on back in pencil. Site measures 8" X 10". Overall measurement is 12 1/2" X 12 1/2". Wormwood frame. Excellent condition. B) Framed Litho of a Highlander titled "MAC BAIN" marked at bottom "London, Published by Ackermann & Co., 96 Strand." Left corner marked "R. McIan" and right corner "L. Dickinson, Lith." Measures 15-1/2" by 19-1/2" framed with reverse painted black and gilt mat. Complete with six pages from the book that this hand colored litho was taken from on Clann Bheann-The Mac Beans. Excellent condition with some minor marks on frame and paper backing is loose. C) Framed Robert Griffing print entitled "The View From Mount Washington" depicts Indians overlooking Fort Pitt and the point. Overall measurement is 19 3/4" X 13 1/2". Very good condition with some scratches on glass. A nice lot of artwork depicting three of Walter O'Connor's favorite subjects.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) Original oil on board which depicts a realistic French and Indian War New York map powder horn. Painting is signed "Jm. T" in lower right corner f...moreor artist James Triggs and is dated 1956 on back in pencil. Site measures 8" X 10". Overall measurement is 12 1/2" X 12 1/2". Wormwood frame. Excellent condition. B) Framed Litho of a Highlander titled "MAC BAIN" marked at bottom "London, Published by Ackermann & Co., 96 Strand." Left corner marked "R. McIan" and right corner "L. Dickinson, Lith." Measures 15-1/2" by 19-1/2" framed with reverse painted black and gilt mat. Complete with six pages from the book that this hand colored litho was taken from on Clann Bheann-The Mac Beans. Excellent condition with some minor marks on frame and paper backing is loose. C) Framed Robert Griffing print entitled "The View From Mount Washington" depicts Indians overlooking Fort Pitt and the point. Overall measurement is 19 3/4" X 13 1/2". Very good condition with some scratches on glass. A nice lot of artwork depicting three of Walter O'Connor's favorite subjects.Condition:Dimensions:

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Large Lot Of Dug Buttons, Coins & Relics From Important 18th Century Forts & Sites.

Lot # 172 (Sale Order: 170 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: A) A grouping of twenty-one 18th and early 19th century buttons, all are of brass, one is dated 1744. Several with early American eagles and two with Fouled Anchors. All are in very good relic condition with green or dark patina. B) French and Indian War grouping of items from the battle of Snowshoes dug in Ticonderoga, New York, from Site #2. Items include a spoon, nine buckles, most of brass; a British sword hanger, 12 buttons, two pieces of an English side plate, a cast ramrod furl, and a 1738 coin. All have been dug and are in very good relic condition. C) Locket in 18th century leather locket case with an early 18th century "U.S." coin and two other coins, one dated 1754, as well as one button with rounded face dug at Fort Ticonderoga.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: A) A grouping of twenty-one 18th and early 19th century buttons, all are of brass, one is dated 1744. Several with early American eagles and two with...more Fouled Anchors. All are in very good relic condition with green or dark patina. B) French and Indian War grouping of items from the battle of Snowshoes dug in Ticonderoga, New York, from Site #2. Items include a spoon, nine buckles, most of brass; a British sword hanger, 12 buttons, two pieces of an English side plate, a cast ramrod furl, and a 1738 coin. All have been dug and are in very good relic condition. C) Locket in 18th century leather locket case with an early 18th century "U.S." coin and two other coins, one dated 1754, as well as one button with rounded face dug at Fort Ticonderoga.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of Books On Powder Horns.

Lot # 173 (Sale Order: 171 of 206)      

This lot consists of Walter's personal powder horn reference books and booklets. They include "American Engraved Powder Horns" by John Dumont, 1978; "American Engraved Powder Horns" by Stephen V. Grancsay, 1946; "Drums Abeating, Trumpets Sounding" by William H. Guthman, 1993; "Engraved Powder Horns" by Nathan L. Swayze, 1978; "Appendiculae Historicae" by Fred Lucas, 1891; "Powder Horns and their Architecture" by Madison Grant, 1987; and "Powder Horns" by Tom Grinslade, 2007. Condition: Good, as used.Condition:Dimensions:
This lot consists of Walter's personal powder horn reference books and booklets. They include "American Engraved Powder Horns" by John Dumont, 1978; "American Engraved Po...morewder Horns" by Stephen V. Grancsay, 1946; "Drums Abeating, Trumpets Sounding" by William H. Guthman, 1993; "Engraved Powder Horns" by Nathan L. Swayze, 1978; "Appendiculae Historicae" by Fred Lucas, 1891; "Powder Horns and their Architecture" by Madison Grant, 1987; and "Powder Horns" by Tom Grinslade, 2007. Condition: Good, as used.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 25: Books On American Colonial History And Soldiers Of The Colonies.

Lot # 174 (Sale Order: 172 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: Vols. I and II of "Compendium of Early Mohawk Valley Families" by Penrose; Vols. I and II of "The Letters and Papers of Edmund Pendleton" edited by Mays; Volume I of "History of Lexington, Massachusett" by Charles Hudson, First Edition, printed in 1913; "Travels in New France" by J.C.B First Edition Printed in 1941; five volumes of "Massachusetts Soldiers in the French and Indian Wars 1702-1763" edited by Goss and Zarowin; "Biographical Sketches of Dover, Massachusetts Soldiers" by Frank Smith printed in 1909; "Rhode Island in the Colonial Wars" by Chaplin; "Vital Records of Londonderry, New Hampshire" by Annis; Vols. I and II of "Connecticut Men in the French and Indian War, 1755-62"; "List of Colonial Soldiers of Virginia" by Eckenrode; "The Book of Names relating to The Early Palatines and the First Settlers in the Mohawk Valley" by Lou MacWethy; "The Barlow Family in Caroline County, Virginia" by Gordon Barlow; and several other smaller scarce publications. This is a great lot of research materials that could be used to identify individual soldier's records and information. Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: Vols. I and II of "Compendium of Early Mohawk Valley Families" by Penrose; Vols. I and II of "The Letters and Papers of Edmund Pendleton" edited by M...moreays; Volume I of "History of Lexington, Massachusett" by Charles Hudson, First Edition, printed in 1913; "Travels in New France" by J.C.B First Edition Printed in 1941; five volumes of "Massachusetts Soldiers in the French and Indian Wars 1702-1763" edited by Goss and Zarowin; "Biographical Sketches of Dover, Massachusetts Soldiers" by Frank Smith printed in 1909; "Rhode Island in the Colonial Wars" by Chaplin; "Vital Records of Londonderry, New Hampshire" by Annis; Vols. I and II of "Connecticut Men in the French and Indian War, 1755-62"; "List of Colonial Soldiers of Virginia" by Eckenrode; "The Book of Names relating to The Early Palatines and the First Settlers in the Mohawk Valley" by Lou MacWethy; "The Barlow Family in Caroline County, Virginia" by Gordon Barlow; and several other smaller scarce publications. This is a great lot of research materials that could be used to identify individual soldier's records and information. Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of 33: Early Rare Books On The Revolutionary War, Some Rare And Early.

Lot # 175 (Sale Order: 173 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: Many rare and out of print books, as well as first editions. Some desirable titles include: Rebound 1893 First Edition of "Major-General Anthony Wayne and the Pennsylvania Line in the Continental Army" by Charles J. Stille (some staining and loss to edges); Leather-bound First Edition printed in 1849 of "The Life of Major-General Peter Muhlenberg of the Revolutionary Army" by Henry a. Muhlenberg, signed by the author, some wear to leather surface and some scattered minor staining (very good); "Sketches of The Most Important Battles of the Revolution, Explanatory of the Vine of Liberty" by William Rankin, First Edition printed in 1849 (spine loose and some damage to cover); Two copies of "The Muhlenbergs of Pennsylvania" by Wallace; "The Revolutionary Journal of Col. Jeduthan Baldwin"; 1902 First Edition of "Henry Melchior Muhlenberg" by Rev. William Frick; "Biography of Thomas Hutchins"; "Butler's Rangers: The Revolutionary Period" by Cruikshank; "The Fighting Parson of the American Revolution" by Hocker; Don Troiani's "Soldiers of the American Revolution". There are many other titles relating to the Revolutionary War, Revolutionary War arms, and personalities. This is an excellent scholarly library for the advanced collector or historian.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: Many rare and out of print books, as well as first editions. Some desirable titles include: Rebound 1893 First Edition of "Major-General Anthony Wayn...moree and the Pennsylvania Line in the Continental Army" by Charles J. Stille (some staining and loss to edges); Leather-bound First Edition printed in 1849 of "The Life of Major-General Peter Muhlenberg of the Revolutionary Army" by Henry a. Muhlenberg, signed by the author, some wear to leather surface and some scattered minor staining (very good); "Sketches of The Most Important Battles of the Revolution, Explanatory of the Vine of Liberty" by William Rankin, First Edition printed in 1849 (spine loose and some damage to cover); Two copies of "The Muhlenbergs of Pennsylvania" by Wallace; "The Revolutionary Journal of Col. Jeduthan Baldwin"; 1902 First Edition of "Henry Melchior Muhlenberg" by Rev. William Frick; "Biography of Thomas Hutchins"; "Butler's Rangers: The Revolutionary Period" by Cruikshank; "The Fighting Parson of the American Revolution" by Hocker; Don Troiani's "Soldiers of the American Revolution". There are many other titles relating to the Revolutionary War, Revolutionary War arms, and personalities. This is an excellent scholarly library for the advanced collector or historian.Condition:Dimensions:

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Lot Of Militaria And Arms Reference Books.

Lot # 176 (Sale Order: 174 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: Eighteen arms and militaria reference books. Important titles include "Early Simeon North Pistol Correspondence with Comments by Robert Jeska", 1993; "Griffin of Bond Street" by Eric Griffin, 1993; "Confederate Rifles & Muskets; Infantry Small Arms Manufactured in the Southern Confederacy 1861-1865" by John M. Murphy, 1996; "The French Trade Gun in North America 1662-1759" by Kevin Gladysz, 2011; "Systeme Lefaucheux: Continuing the Study of Pinfire Cartridge Arms Including Their Role in the American Civil War" by Chris C. Curtis, 2002; and "Dance & Brothers: Texas Gunmakers of the Confederacy" by Gary Wiggins, 1986. Condition: Good to Excellent.Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: Eighteen arms and militaria reference books. Important titles include "Early Simeon North Pistol Correspondence with Comments by Robert Jeska", 1993;...more "Griffin of Bond Street" by Eric Griffin, 1993; "Confederate Rifles & Muskets; Infantry Small Arms Manufactured in the Southern Confederacy 1861-1865" by John M. Murphy, 1996; "The French Trade Gun in North America 1662-1759" by Kevin Gladysz, 2011; "Systeme Lefaucheux: Continuing the Study of Pinfire Cartridge Arms Including Their Role in the American Civil War" by Chris C. Curtis, 2002; and "Dance & Brothers: Texas Gunmakers of the Confederacy" by Gary Wiggins, 1986. Condition: Good to Excellent.Condition:Dimensions:

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Large Collection Of Firearms Patents, Documents And Pictures And Frank Sellers' Personal Study Of Fi

Lot # 177 (Sale Order: 175 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: Twenty-two binders of patents, patent drawing, photographs and two additional re-patents. All are in good to very good condition with some warping. An extensive study of rare firearms patents. Also includes a large grouping of loose black and white photographs of European semi-automatic pistols. Patents include, Sharps, Stevens, Ells, Marston, Greene, Roberts, Shaw, Cullen, Smith and Wesson, White, King, and others. Also includes photocopied document "Handbook of Foreign Aircraft Guns" which includes technical information and specs of Japanese, German, Russian, and Italian arms and aircraft and "Firearms Patents of U.S. Longarms 1836-1849". Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: Twenty-two binders of patents, patent drawing, photographs and two additional re-patents. All are in good to very good condition with some warping. A...moren extensive study of rare firearms patents. Also includes a large grouping of loose black and white photographs of European semi-automatic pistols. Patents include, Sharps, Stevens, Ells, Marston, Greene, Roberts, Shaw, Cullen, Smith and Wesson, White, King, and others. Also includes photocopied document "Handbook of Foreign Aircraft Guns" which includes technical information and specs of Japanese, German, Russian, and Italian arms and aircraft and "Firearms Patents of U.S. Longarms 1836-1849". Condition:Dimensions:

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