15th Jun, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Militaria & Ethnographica
342
An Early 19th Century Powder Horn, of polished light cow horn with brass mounts, the ring engraved plug charger with steel spring clip, with two suspension rings, 32cm; a Similar Powder Horn, of flattened cross section, the brass oblong base plate with line engraved edge, with brass charger and external steel spring, with two suspension rings, 24cm (2)
Footnote:- Formally the property of the Gilberts Family of Manchester. The Gilberts were pawn brokers in the Salford Docks area after the opening of the Manchester Ship Canal. Three generations of the family collected powder horns and flasks, and often exhibited them
Sold for £180
Estimated at £100 - £150
1 – Blemish to surface above base plate; 2 – Some scratching to surface.
Auction: Militaria & Ethnographica, 15th Jun, 2022
Highlights to include an extensive collection of police helmet plates, badges, belts, handcuffs, and helmets from the Victorian era and the first half of the 20th century, and an interesting collection of powder horns and flasks. The Ethnographica section includes is a Collection of Inuit Art comprising knives, weapons, utensils and decorative objects
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Tuesday 14 June 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am. Viewing is open to the public, there is no need to make an appointment.
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