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Powder Horns & Powder Flasks
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	A SCARCE LATE 16TH/17TH CENTURY GERMAN WHEELOCK SPANNER, ca. 1590-1640: In overall fine condition. Of typical 16th/17th century form with a hand wrought integral key and a finely turned and sculpted rear finial. In overall fine untouched condition with smooth, lightly discolored surfaces: retains a pleasing silver-gray age patina overall. A very nice example of an authentic 16th-17th century German Wheelock Spanner, ca. 1590-1640. Overall length, 5 3/4". Price: $1,000.00
	MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed scallop shell copper body. Associated brass spout with three-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutt-off (missing some screws and frozen cut-off/sping rusted). The exterior equipped with its four original brass suspension loops and copper pins. In overall good condition with smooth surfaces, a nicely toned age patina, sharp detail and without dents to the body: minor seam split. Overall measurements, 9" x 4 1/8". Price: $85.00
	REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN RIFLEMAN'S POWDER HORN w/ OWNER'S INITIALS, ca. 1770s-1780: The cow horn body with smooth, dark-toned, green-brown surfaces with an untouched age patina. Turned collar with a faceted spout and a rounded mouth. The "coffin sided" facets of typical American design (Mid-Atlantic) and of fine quality with sharp detail and contours. Retains its original chestnut? base-plug with its original deeply carved "Z. F." owner's initials. The body of the horn with a matching pair of carved initials. In overall fine untouched condition. The horn body retains a dark and untouched age patina with fine quality turning and chip caving at the spout: a small leather-filled repaired pinhole and some minor scattered handling marks and small chips. Complete with its original nail-fastened base-plug with brass staple (for the suspension cord). A very nice example of an authentic Revolutionary War Period American Rifleman's Powder Horn: of the type often found with a Rifleman's "Hunting Bag". Of fine quality manufacture, with a sharp attention to balance and detail. Complete with its original cork stopper. Overall length, 12". Price: $785.00
	A VERY GOOD QUALITY MID 19TH CENTURY ENGLISH LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1850s: In overall very good+ untouched condition. Tanned brown leather body made of two separate and sewn, hollow shells: for holding lead shot. Smooth, flat-sided, patent leather body, fitted with its original graduated, unmarked, brass spout. Retains its side-mounted spring operated cut-off, original springs and its brass pouring-tube. In overall very good+ near fine untouched condition. The body with smooth, supple, brown leather surfaces, much of its polish, some minor scuffs and tight stitching. In mechanically functional order with its original brass spout and springs. A nice example of mid 19th century English shot-flask, ca. 1850s. The type of flask often found with Cased Percussion Fowlers & Doubles. Measures 9" x 3". Price: $115.00
	A VERY NICE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MUSKET POWDER HORN, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Light honey yellow colored, slightly weathered, untouched cow horn body with a nicely carved end-spout -- forming the attachment for the cord (missing). Complete with its original, convex, pin-fastened, hardwood end-cap/base-plug with heavy surface oxidation and some minor age cracks: pierced for refilling (stooped missing) and retains its original brass securing-stud. In overall very good+ condition with obvious sings of use and wear. Fine untouched surfaces with some minor roughness, at the base. A very nice and authentic example of an Early American Revolutionary War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 14 1/4". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution", pg. 150. Price: $675.00
	FINE QUALITY EMBOSSED COPPER MID 19TH CENURY ENGLISH POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860s: Mid 19th century, bag-form, heavy gauge, copper body with an embossed beaded star design overall. The top of the flask with a "DIXON" maker's name. Graduated brass spout with three steps and its original externally mounted spring-operated powder cut-off. The top of the spout with a "Dixon & Sons Patent" marking. In overall very good untouched condition. The body with smooth, untouched, dark surfaces some minor dents and a sharp embossed design. A nice example of a well made and heavy English Powder Flask by the esteemed maker, "Dixon" of Sheffield, UK. In functional order with fine seams, ca. 1850s. Overall measurements, 8 1/2" x 4". (Please see, R. Riling, No. 431). Price: $200.00
	A FINE QUALITY EMBOSSED COPPER MID 19TH CENURY POWDER FLASK: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed, raised, central leaf & pheasant design with smooth re-lacquered surfaces. The copper body with a dark re-lacquered patina (90% lacquer) and fine tight seams. Original brass spout with an unmarked five-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: original spring and screw. The exterior of with its two (2) original copper suspension loops and pins. In overall net very good condition with smooth refinished surfaces without significant handling marks or wear. Sharp embossed decoration with fine tight seams and no splits. Overall measurements, 8" x 4". Price: $100.00
	A VERY GOOD LARGE-SIZED AMERICAN (ANTE-BELLUM SOUTH?) SCISSORS-TYPE BULLET MOLD, ca. 1850-1860s: In overall very good untouched condition. Of typical, two piece, scissors-type construction and made of hand-forged wrought iron. Approximately .45 caliber single-cavity ball-mold with an integral sprue-gate and no "cutter". In overall very good untouched condition with smooth forge-blackened surfaces, some light surface discoloration and a fine untouched dark age patina. Of slightly crude and possibly ante-bellum Southern manufacture, ca. 1850s. Overall length, 9 1/2" Price: $175.00
	A FINELY EMBOSSED COPPER FLASK, ca. 1850s: Of typical mid 19th century violin-shape, with an embossed central shield with raised vine & leaf scrolls. The lacquered copper body with smooth dark surfaces and fine seams. Original brass spout with three-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: the spring newly replaced; and the base of the spout with "J. W. Hawksley/Sheffield" marking. The exterior of the body fine untouched surfaces and extensive embossed decoration. In overall net very good+ condition with smooth surfaces, 75% lacquer and a nicely toned patina. Sharp detail with fine tight seams without splits. Overall measurements, 9" x 4". Price: $175.00
	A RARE GERMAN/DUTCH MATCHLOCK/WHEELOCK MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1580-1620: In overall very fine untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, flat-side pressed and engraved horn body with a spring operated powder cutoff and its original sheet-steel mounts: retains its suspension loops and cupped end-cap with matching untouched surfaces. The body of classic Germanic form with smooth, nicely toned and yellowed horn surfaces with extensive engravings overall. The right face with engravings of a classical motif bearing a depiction of a mounted knight amidst an inferno; and the other side with incised geometric designs: some scattered light handling marks and a fine patina. The mounts with a generally smooth, untouched, gunmetal age patina and some light surfaces discoloration. Complete with its cone-form powder dispenser with its original spring cutoff: old possibly the original braided red suspension-cord with tasseled ends. Overall a very fine and untouched example of these distinct Powder Flasks, carried by Infantry Officers, of the late 16th Century to the end of the 30 Year War Period. Dates to ca. 1580-1620. Overall length, 12". For a similar example, please see Harold L. Peterson's: "Arms & Armor in Colonial America". Price: $3,250.00
	A Mid 19th Century American Embossed Brass Powder Flask, ca. 1850s: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed central vignette of three (3) partridges seated on a mounded foreground with a grass field background (similar to Riling's No. 731. The lacquered brass body with generally smooth dark, untouched surfaces and fine seams. Original brass spout with three-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: functional spring. The exterior of the body with some scattered dents and minor compressions. In overall very good untouched condition with smooth surfaces, traces of its lacquer and a nicely toned age patina. Sharp detail with the noted minor dents and fine tight seams without splits. # 32 collection tag. Overall measurements, 7" x 2 1/2". Price: $130.00
	A VERY GOOD EARLY/MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN RIFLE-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1830-1850: In overall good+ untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original nail-fastened, flat, wood base-plug: the neck carved with an integral retaining-ring. In overall good+ untouched condition with general sings of use and wear; and some chips, crack and abrasions, at the base. The wooden plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and scattered hairlines, minor roughness and age-stains. A nice example of an American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1830-1850. Overall length, 9". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $200.00
	A FINE ANTE-BELLUM PERIOD AMERICAN "KENTUCKY RIFLE" POWDER HORN w/ HAND-CARVED WOODEN BASE, ca. 1830: In overall fine untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a nicely chip-carved integral end-spout and its original square-nail-fastened, carved, hardwood (Chestnut?) base-plug. The neck carved with a circular retaining-ring and the base with its original solid brass stud, for the original? rawhide suspension cord: retains its carved wooden spout-end-cap, also attached to the cord. In overall fine untouched condition with light sings of use and wear and some expected minor scuffs: the base with matching, untouched, smooth, lightly oxidized surfaces and some abrasions. A very nice example of a well made American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1830. Overall length, 8 1/4". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $275.00
	AN AMERICAN MID 19TH CENTURY LEATHER SHOT BAG, ca. 1870: In overall very good untouched condition. Tanned leather body made of two separate and sewn, bands. The forward fitted with its original, brass pouring-spout: some minor abrasions at the neck. In overall very good untouched condition with supple, light brown, leather surfaces, some minor abrasions and fine stitches: light crazing and generally very sound. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout and small old lead shot. A nice example of mid to late 19th century American shot-bag, ca. 1870. Price: $100.00
	A Very Fine Quality Heavy Gauge Mid 19th Century Embossed English Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1850s: In overall very fine untouched condition with a heavy gauge copper body, excellent seams and little evidence of use/wear. Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed Basket-weave pattern and a raised leaf design, on its base. (Riling No. 428) The japanned/lacquered copper body with 85%+ of its lacquer finish. Retains choice, smooth, lightly toned, copper surfaces with its original four suspension rings and loops. Original, graduated, gilt (95% finish) brass pouring spout with a five-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff. Marked on its side with a post-1833 "James Dixon & Sons/Sheffield" maker's signature for the renowned "Dixon" Firm of Sheffield, UK 1804-present. In overall very fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces, 85%+ brown japanned/lacquer finish, its original suspension-loops and a nicely toned age-patina. Sharp detail without dents and excellent tight seams without splits or repair: the powder cutt-off spring with 85% blue finish and the spout with 95% bright gilt finish. A well made and nice looking example of a mid 19th century English Powder Flask, ca. 1850. # 140 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8 3/4" x 3 1/4". Price: $350.00
	A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN POWDER HORN w/ CONVEX BASE, ca. 1770s-1780: In overall very good untouched condition. Light yellow to brown colored, naturally curved, cow horn body with a nicely carved and turned end-spout and its turned, convex, hardwood base-plug: fitted with its brass-shank securing tacks and its iron post -- for the suspension cord (vestige extant). In overall very good untouched condition with the expected sings of use and wear: some scuffs minor abrasions and tight age cracks/hairlines, on the base-plug. A nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1770s-80. Overall length, 12 1/4". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $525.00
	A RARE GERMAN/DUTCH MILITARY MATCHLOCK/WHEELOCK MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1600-1610: In overall very fine untouched condition. Tapered, slightly curved, trapezoidal-form, flat-side wooden body with its spring operated powder cutoff and its original sheet-steel mounts: retains all four (4) suspension loops. The body of classic Germanic form with its original blackened finish (90%), some scattered light handling marks and minor abrasions. The face with a pierced and decorative central medallion. Fine mounts with a smooth, untouched, gunmetal age patina and some light surfaces discoloration: minor imperfections. Complete with its cone-form powder dispenser with its original spring cutoff: complete with its screw-fastened belt hook. Overall a very fine and untouched example of these distinct Powder Flasks, carried by infantry troops, during the late 16th Century to the end of the 30 Year War. Dates to ca. 1600-1610. Overall length, 12". Price: $2,875.00
	A Fine Quality Mid 19th Century Embossed Copper English Powder Flask, ca. 1850s: Of typical mid 19th century Bag-shape, with an embossed Basket-Weave design, overall. The lacquered (55%) copper body with smooth dark surfaces and fine tight seams. Original brass spout with its four-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: in functional order with a modern replaced spring. The base of the spout with "J. W. Hawksley/Sheffield" marking for the noted, mid 19th century, English, Flask-making firm. Fine exterior with untouched surfaces and extensive embossed decorations overall. In fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces, 55%+ lacquer and a nicely toned patina. Sharp detail with tight seams without splits. A well made, fine quality copper Flask, by the noted Sheffield maker "J. W. Hawksley", ca. 1850s. No. 128 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2". Price: $200.00
	A FINE AMERICAN EMBOSSED ZINC SCALLOP SHELL POWDER FLASK, ca. 1870s: Of typical, large size, mid-19th century, design, with a two piece embossed zinc body mounted with its original, four, iron, suspension loops and complete with the suspension cord with green wool finials. Nicely toned, graduated brass priming spout and base with a graduated three step spout: the collar with a "PAT'D MAR. 14TH 1871" marking. Concealed spring-operated powder-cut-off with its original steel spring. In overall very fine condition with all original components throughout. The body with embossed flutes with a decorative border at the neck. Retains its original smooth gray surfaces without surface oxidation or roughness. A very nice late American zinc powder flask. Overall length, 10". Price: $125.00
	A COLONIAL REVIVAL PERIOD FRENCH & INDIAN WAR STYLE MAGAZINE-SIZE POWDER HORN, ca. 1920s: In overall very fine condition with smooth mellowed and nicely aged surfaces. The body, of large size "magazine horn" dimensions and fitted with its peg-fastened wooden (pine?) base-plug: the edge of the body/base with an iron staple for a suspension cord. The spout-end with a baluster turned ring and a fine, chip-carved, pie-crust base. Profusely engraved (in the Colonial Revival-period) with an extensive and artistically done Map of Upstate New York, a compass Rose and a deer hunting scene. The engraving covers nearly the entire surface of the body with vignettes of the Royal Arms of Great Britain, Rivers, lakes, forts, churches, ships and towns, etc. -- an archetypal theme of the Seven Years/French & Indian War. Also bears an engraved "Samuel Carter his Horn Pass on for it is mine. June 1752" "owner's" panel at its base. The scrimshaw of very fine quality with a sharp attention to detail and little wear. A well made and very fine quality Colonial Revival Period Magazine-size Map Horn, ca. 1920s. In overall very fine untouched condition with a pleasing patina, some minor handling marks and little evidence of wear: the base and pegs with virtually no wear or staining. Smooth evenly toned surfaces with some very minor pock marks and crisp engraving with sharp attention to detail. A very decorative horn, ca. 1920s. Overall length, 16 1/2". Price: $2,000.00
	20th CENTURY REPRODUCTION OF AN AMERICAN "PEACE FLASK": Plain, bag-shaped, brass body with an embossed Heraldic Eagle, pair of clasped hands and "US" Stand of Arms. Fitted with two, triangular, wire suspension loops. Screw-secured, brass, spout base with a "Made in Italy" marked spout. Blued steel cut-off spring and a brass cutt-off lever. In overall near fine condition with lightly patinated surfaces and some verdigris at the spout and base. An nice 20th century reproduction of an American (Mexican War Period) Military Powder Flask. Overall length 9 1/2". Price: $75.00
	A VERY NICE AMERICAN MUSKET POWDER HORN, ca. 1770s- & LATER: In overall very good condition (as configured). Light colored, slightly weathered, plain cow horn body with a modern replaced, red-painted, wood end-spout with a turned mouth forming the attachment for the (modern) braided suspension cord. The base with its flat, nail-fastened, hardwood end-cap/base-plug with light surface oxidation. In overall very good condition (as is) with obvious sings of use and wear. The base of the horn with an extension for the rear attachment of the cord. A nice and decorative example of an American Revolutionary War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1770s-80. Overall length, 18". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $400.00
	19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK WITH BEADED DESIGN, ca. 1850: Mid 19th century bag-form copper body with embossed beaded and fluted design overall. Graduated brass spout with three steps and its original internally mounted spring-operated powder cut-off and four iron suspension loops. In overall fine condition. The body with smooth surfaces, sharp embossed design and several minor handling marks: with 50% original dark lacquer. A nice example of an American Powder Flask, inspired by a "Dixon" design. In functional order with fine seams, ca. 1850s. Overall measurements, 8 1/2" x 4". (for similar examples see, R. Riling, No. 274 & 286). Price: $225.00
	An Untouched Mid 19th Century American Plain Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1860s: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form with untouched, oxidized, plain, copper surfaces with minor roughness and a patinated dark finish (please see Riling No. 206). In very good untouched condition with some minor handling marks and its four (4) suspension-loops and pins. The copper body with richly toned untouched surfaces, fine tight seams and several minor dents. Complete with its adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its functional internal spring-operated powder cutoff. Although unmarked, this Flask appears to be manufactured by the famed American Cap & Flask Company of Waterbury, Conn. A very nice an untouched American Powder Flask with a richly patinated/oxidized copper body. In overall very good condition with tight seams and no splits. # 134 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8 1/4" x 3 1/4". Price: $125.00
	LARGE-SIZED 17th CENTURY GERMAN OR ITALIAN ENGRAVED BONE POWDER FLASK, ca. 1590-1610: Made from the thigh-bone of an ox or cow. The entire surface engraved overall the geometric and floral designs. The obverse center with engraved panel depicting a Devil's Head. Simple wrought iron spout, without a stopper. The base with flat iron plate, secured by rose-head nails. Wrought iron suspension loop with an old and possibly the original rose-colored cord. Decorative hemp? tassle at the apex. In overall fine condition. The engraving is sharp with some minor wear. The iron fittings retain a very dark patina and have some minor roughness. A very rare and original, large-sized Flask from the late 16th century. Price: $2,185.00
	AN AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY-FEDERAL PERIOD CARTRIDGE BOX w/ BELT, ca. 1770-1800:: In overall very good condition. Of typical American design; and of leather and wood construction with a wooden cartridge block having twenty-four (Nine x Eight x Seven), .75 caliber, cartridge-holes. Light brown, leather-covered body with its original hand-sewn rain flap and adorned with a decorative leather fringe (later?): secured by numerous brass-shank "trade" tacks. Retains its linen/canvass suspension-belt with a chain for a missing vent-pick/brush. The rain-cover with its leather securing-loop and the base of the block with hole for the missing catch. In overall very good condition: the leather with choice supple surfaces, minor age-stains and scattered abrasions. Very good cartridge block with sharp contours, some light wear and an untouched oxidized age patina. The stitching with tight seams. A nice example of a late Revolutionary War/Federal Period American Cartridge Box, ca. 1770-1800. For a similar example, please see: "The Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia...", pg. 68-80. Measures 8" x 3" x 2 3/4". Price: $1,250.00
	A Very Good Quality Early to Mid 19th Century Embossed Copper English Powder Flask, by James Barlow ca. 1830: Of typical early to mid 19th century Bag-shape, with an embossed central Hound & Game vignette surrounded by a deep "piecrust" border with a baroque embossed, scallop-shell, upper finial. Retains, untouched, generally smooth, dark, copper-toned surfaces with some minor dents and tight seams. Original, graduated, brass spout with a four-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: broken spring. The spout-base with "J. Barlow & Co." and an "Improved Patent" markings for recorded early/mid 19th century Birmingham maker, James Barlow, who is noted working at Staniforth Street, 1855. (please see Riling pg. 109/110) Very good untouched exterior with generally smooth surfaces, some minor dents and a nicely toned patina. Sharp detail to the embossed decoration with fine tight seams. A well made, good quality, heavy gauge, Embossed Copper Powder Flask-- by a noted Birmingham maker, ca. 1855. # 142 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2". Price: $140.00
	A GOOD AFGHAN IRON MOUNTED WOODEN POWDER FLASK FOR A JEZAIL, ca. 1810-1850: Round, leather covered, wooden body with untouched lightly oxidized brown surfaces and some obvious signs of use and wear. Russets iron spout with heavy surface oxidation and sings of hard use: missing its suspension cord (easily replaced). In overall good untouched condition with dry surfaces to the leather body and signs of exposure. A nice decorative example of as 19th century Afghan Powder Flask, of the type associated with Jezails, ca. 1800s. Measures 8" x 5 1/2". Price: $350.00
	A Mid 19th Century Embossed Copper Powder Flask, by J. W. Hawksley, for Barton, Alexander & Waller of New York City, ca. 1860s:In overall fair to good, untouched condition with some surface discoloration/verdigris. Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed, raised, "Pine cone" pattern (Riling No. 414) and untouched dark surfaces. The copper body with a dark patina, some compressions and re-soldered seams. Original brass spout with its four-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: spring missing and spout frozen. The base's side with a "B. A. & W./NY" marking for Barton, Alexander & Waller: a noted retailer of Sporting Goods, Guns, etc. which was doing business at 68 Beekman Street, NYC, from 1866-1870. Retains three (3) of its four original suspension-pins: loops missing. In overall net fair to good condition with some dents and surface compressions, re-soldered repairs to seams, a broken spout and some scattered dents. # 81 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 3/4". Price: $100.00
	MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed copper body with a vignette of pheasant, in a field. Complete with its brass spout with three-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff (missing the cutoff plate and the lever is loose). The exterior equipped with its two brass suspension loops. In overall good condition with smooth cleaned surfaces with numerous dents to the body: good seams. Overall measurements, 7 1/4" x 3 1/2". Price: $75.00
	A Very Good Ames "Peace Flask," Powder Flask, ca. 1846: In overall net good+ untouched condition with a broken cutt-off spring, a frozen associated pouring-spout and several moderate dents/cpmpressions. Of Regulation "Peace Flask" design with an embossed, brass, bag-shaped body having a central US-marked shield vignette with a raised Stand of Arms, beneath a pair clasping hands. The body with a generally smooth, dark, untouched patina and fine tight seams: retains its two, (2) triangular, brass, suspension-loops. The associated brass spout is frozen in-place with matching dark surfaces; and the internal powder cutoff spring is broken/missing. Marked on its base with a "N. P. AMES" maker's mark for the famed Nathan Peabody Ames of Chicopee, Mass. 1803-1847 (please see E. Heer's: "Der Neue Stockel", vol. 1, pg. 19. In overall net good+ near very good untouched condition. The exterior with some minor handling marks and several noticeable dents, smooth surfaces, light wear and the expected signs of military handling. The type of powder flask used with late Period US Martial Flintlock & Early Percussion Long-guns of the Mexican War Period. # 57 collection tag. Overall measurements, 9" x 4 1/2". Price: $400.00
	An Unsigned Mid 19th Century American Embossed Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1850s: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed central leaf vignette with a raised scroll border. The lacquered copper body with traces of finish and smooth lightly toned copper surfaces: fine seams. Original, graduated, brass pouring spout with a three-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: the spring modern replaced. In overall net very good untouched condition with smooth surfaces, 5% lacquer and a nicely toned age patina. Sharp detail with the replaced spring and screw: minor dents and fine tight seams without splits. Overall measurements, 8" x 4". Price: $100.00
	A FINE 19TH CENTURY SWISS HUNTING BUGLE/HORN, ca. 1840:In overall fine untouched condition with an old period-repaired tight hairline and correlating chip at its mouth. Finely carved one piece, amber-colored, cow-horn? body with an integrally carved, slightly flared spout and a raised mouth-piece and lower securing-stud with a piercing for a suspension cord. The body with smooth horn surfaces and much of its polish, without significant abrasions. An old tight hairline and a missing chip, at its mouth. In overall fine untouched condition . An unsual and not often encountered hunting related horn from the mid 19th century. Some abrasions, light signs of wear and minor age-stains. Overall length, 13". Price: $500.00
	A VERY SCARCE LATE 16TH/17TH CENTURY GERMAN GANG-TYPE BULLET MOLD, ca. 1590-1640: In overall fine lightly cleaned condition. Of typical 16th/17th century form with two, long, rectangular mold-sections bored with six (6) cavities for .50 caliber balls. 6", hand wrought, integral handles with a central-mounted rivet/pivot. In overall fine condition with smooth, lightly pitted and discolored surfaces: retains a pleasing silver-gray age patina overall. The mold with fine cavities and a tight fit: the tip with its original securing pin, for locking the halves. A very scarce example of an authentic 16th-147th century German bullet mold, ca. 1590-1640. The type of bullet mold used with a Wheelock, Matchlock or Early Flinlock Arm. Overall length, 12 1/2". Price: $1,250.00
	A Fine Dixon & Sons Early 19th Century Embossed Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1830s: Of typical 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed ,central Hunter and Dogs motif (Riling No. 951), on the obverse side: the reverse vacant. The copper body with evidence of an old light cleaning and traces of its lacquer finish. Retains smooth, lightly toned, copper surfaces with fine seams. Original, graduated, brass pouring spout with a three-step graduation and an external spring-operated powder cutoff: marked, on it side with an early (1830-1833) "Dixon & Sons" maker's mark for the noted Flask-making firm James Dixon & Sons, of Sheffield, UK 1804- present (please see Ray Riling's: "The Powder Flask Book", pg. 106-108. In overall near fine condition with smooth surfaces, (traces) +/-5% lacquer, its original suspension-loops and a nicely re-toned patina. Sharp detail with some minor dents and fine tight seams without splits. # 35 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8 1/4" x 4". Price: $160.00
	A Fine Quality Mid 19th Century Embossed Copper English Powder Flask, ca. 1850: Of mid 19th century elongated, compressed, Scent-Bottle shape with a vase-type bottom finial and extensive embossed decorations overall. The central panel with an embossed Hunter, Horse & Hound vignette, on the obverse and a finely detailed raised, floral vine spray, on its reverse: the neck with a raised collar, embossed en suite (Riling No. 1053). Lacquered (25%) copper body with smooth surfaces and fine seams. Original brass spout with its four-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: in functional order with its original spring. The base of the spout with a modern (Philip's-head) screw-repaired collar and its top with a "J. W. Hawksley/Sheffield" marking for the noted, mid 19th century, English, Flask-making firm. Fine exterior with untouched surfaces and extensive embossed decorations. In net very good condition with smooth surfaces, 25%+ lacquer and a nicely toned patina. Sharp detail with tight seams: the spout's collar with the noted repair. A well made, fine quality and heavy gauge, copper Powder Flask, made by a noted Sheffield maker "J. W. Hawksley", ca. 1850s. # 173 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8 1/2" x 3 1/4". Price: $250.00
	A FINE AMERICAN EMBOSSED ZINC SCALLOP SHELL POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850s: Of typical, large size, mid-19th century, design, with a two piece embossed zinc body mounted with its original, four, iron, suspension loops. Nicely toned, graduated brass priming spout and base with a graduated three step spout. External spring-operated powder-cut-off with its original blued steel spring and screw (95%). In overall very fine condition with all original components throughout. The body with a fine and large embossed scallop shell on its base: the neck with a fern scroll, en suite. Retains its original smooth gray surfaces without surface oxidation or roughness. A very nice American zinc powder flask. (Riling, No. 381). Price: $125.00
	A Mid 19th Century American Embossed Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1850s: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with an embossed, raised, central leaf design with smooth lacquered surfaces. The copper body with smooth dark surfaces (50% lacquer) and fine tight seams. Original brass spout with four-step graduation and its external spring-operated powder cutoff: the spring and screw modern replacements: unmarked base. The exterior of with its two (2) original copper suspension loops and pins. In overall net very good condition with smooth surfaces, 50% lacquer and a nicely toned age patina. Sharp embossed decoration with fine tight seams and no splits. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2". Price: $125.00
	MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED BRASS POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860s: Of typical mid 19th century bag-shaped form, with a deeply embossed and finely detailed, central, raised, Standing, Stag design with a central embossed "trophy" and a fox-head mask (similar to Riling No. 988/990). Retains smooth lacquered surfaces with some minor handling marks and its four (4) suspension-loops. The copper body with lightly toned surfaces, tight seams and numerous small dents, on its vacant backside. Original? nonadjustable, brass pouring-spout with its functional, internal, spring-operated, powder cutoff. The base with a "AM. FLASK & CAP Co." marking for the famed American Cap & Flask Company of Waterbury, Conn.. The exterior of with four iron suspension loops and pins: two loops modern replacements. In overall very good condition with smooth surfaces and a nicely toned age patina: noted dents on reverse. Sharp embossed decoration with fine seams and no splits. # 48 collection tag. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2".. Price: $150.00