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| Powder Horns & Powder Flasks | | Click on image for a larger view. |  | A RARE GERMAN MATCHLOCK/WHEELOCK ENGRAVED MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1580-1620: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, flat-side pressed and engraved horn body with a spring operated powder cutoff (tip missing) and its original sheet-steel mounts: retains its suspension loops and cupped end-cap with matching untouched surfaces: the belt hook reduced. The body of classic Germanic form with smooth, nicely toned and yellowed cow-horn surfaces with extensive engravings overall. The right face with engravings of a classical motif bearing a depiction of two knights fighting a three headed monster; and the other side with incised geometric designs: some scattered light handling marks and a fine patina. The mounts with an untouched, gunmetal age patina and some light surfaces discoloration and pitting. Complete with its cone-form powder dispenser with its original spring cutoff: original braided green suspension-cord. Overall a very good 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 1/4". For a similar example, please see Harold L. Peterson's: "Arms & Armor in Colonial America". Price: SOLD |
|  | A VERY GOOD+ AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD RIFLE/PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770: In overall very good+ untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original iron-pin-fastened, flat, wood base-plug and its simply carved spout-plug, en suite. In overall very good+ untouched, lightly oxidized condition with general sings of use and wear. The original wooden base-plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and minor age-stains. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Rifle/Pistol type Powder Horn, ca. 1770. Recently discovered in Newtown, Conn. Overall length, 8". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $275.00 |
|  | An Untouched Mid-19th Century American Leather Covered Metal Powder Flask, ca. 1860: Of typical mid-19th century, Plain, bag-shaped form with untouched, crazed, scuffed and lightly aged leather-covered outer surfaces. Minor roughness, abrasions, scuffs and an untouched oxidized and patinated finish. In (net) fair to good untouched condition (as is) with scattered handling marks, sound stiches, some looseness/detachment, at its neck; and retains three (3) of its four (4) suspension-loops and pins. Complete with its adjustable, graduated, brass pouring-spout/charger-- the retaining-screws and the spout’s “stop-pin” missing. Functional external spring-operated powder cutoff; and the base with an “AM CAP & FLASK” marking for the famed American Cap & Flask Company of Waterbury, Conn. An untouched, heavy gauge American Powder Flask with a nicely patinated leather-covered body. In overall fair to good untouched condition with tight seams and the noted scuffs/signs of use, detachment and wear: with an old cotton suspension-cord. Overall measurements, 9 1/4" x 5".. Price: $135.00 |
|  | A VERY NICE LATE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD POWDER HORN, ca. 1780: Of likely New England or Mid-Atlantic make; and in overall very good untouched condition. Straw/yellow colored, slightly weathered, untouched cow horn body with dark highlights, evident scrapes, stains and surface-abrasions. The carved end-spout forms the attachment for the suspension-cord. Complete with its original, wrought-iron nail-fastened, convex, hardwood end-cap/base-plug with surface oxidation and some minor age cracks: a replaced roofing-nail-stud-peg. In overall very good+ untouched “attic” condition with obvious sings of use and wear. Retains untouched surfaces with some minor roughness and a “Folkish” irregularity to its overall form. A nice and authentic example of an American Revolutionary War/War of 1812 Period Mid-Size Powder Horn, ca. 1780. Overall length, 11 1/2". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution”. Price: $375.00 |
|  | A FINE 19th CENTURY SMALL-SIZED (PISTOL-TYPE) EMBOSSED COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition with a nicely toned, coppery patina, fine seams and expected signs of light wear and use. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with an early type raised scallop-shell design: (Riling No. 316). Fine, untouched, copper-alloy body with smooth surfaces and its original, brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff: very good spring and lever. In overall fine untouched condition with generally smooth surfaces and a lightly toned patina. Sharp detail to the embossed elements with tight seams, no splits or repairs. A nice, American made?, unsigned, small sized, mid 19th century Embossed Copper "Pistol type" Powder Flask, ca. 1850. The type of flask associated with Cased Percussion Pistols. Overall measurements, 4 7/8" x 2". Price: $350.00 |
|  | A LARGE LATE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY COW HORN POWDER HORN, ca. 1780: In overall very good untouched condition with smooth dark colored cow horn body with a richly toned and nicely oxidized age-patina. The cow horn body with smooth, dark-toned, green-brown surfaces with an untouched age patina. Simply carved rounded spout with a tapered mouth: retains its original copper wire “loop” for the cord. Of typical American design, ca. 1780; and complete with its original “Trade-type” Brass, tack-fastened base-plug. In overall very good untouched condition with dark and untouched age patina, some scattered handling marks, abrasions and expected signs of use and wear. Complete with its original base-plug with its screw (for the suspension cord). A very nice example of an authentic Federal Period American Rifleman's Powder Horn, ca. 1780: of the type often found with a Rifleman's "Hunting Bag". Overall length, 12”. Price: $375.00 |
|  | A FINE REGIMENTALLY MARKED AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MUSKET/CANNON SIZE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770: In overall fine+ untouched condition with nicely toned and smooth, naturally curved, cowhorn surfaces and its original convex hardwood base-plug. The large sized and curved approx. 18" cow horn body with an integrally turned and carved pouring spout with straw/brown toned patina and some patches of gunpowder-staining. Convex cherrywood? base with an untouched dark red age patina and some minor abrasions and handling marks. Retains its original staple, a vestige of the rawhide suspension-cord and carved in classic 18th century Block characters with a “4?/REGT.” Marking (slightly worn). The carving is of typical Revolutionary War Period American style and suggests that this horn served as a “Magazine”/Cannon-Priming Horn. The body of the horn with smooth, richly toned and lightly oxidized natural cowhorn surfaces. The base fastened with its original square-cut nails/tacks with some expected light staining and minor losses. Exhibits the expected signs of age, light use and wear. A fine and original Regimentally marked American Revolutionary War Magazine/Cannon type Powder Horn with a nicely carved base and untouched surfaces, ca. 1770. For similar examples please see "The Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Recently discovered in Windsor, Conn. Price: $925.00 |
|  | A LARGE FRENCH & INDIAN/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD MUSKET-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1760: In overall very good+ untouched condition. Light green/brown colored, slightly weathered, untouched cow horn body with a nicely turned carved end-spout --forming the collar for the attachment of the suspension-cord: some minor old abrasions and expected signs of use/wear. Complete with its original, Rose-head-nail-fastened, flush-fitting, hardwood base-plug with some minor handling marks/abrasions and its central wrougt-iron stud/tack for the suspension-cord. In overall very good+ untouched condition with general sings of use and wear. Fine surfaces with some minor surface roughness and handling marks. A very nice and authentic example of a Large, Early American Colonial/French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period Powder Horn, ca. 1760. Overall length, approx. 15". For similar examples, please see "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution", pg. 150. Price: $675.00 |
|  | A FINE & UNTOUCHED ATTIC CONDITION REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN POWDER HORN w/ FINELY CARVED PRONOUNCED CONVEX BASE, ca. 1770: In overall fine+ untouched “attic” condition with sharp contours and richly toned horn and hardwood surfaces. Light yellow to brown colored, naturally curved, medium-sized cow horn body with a nicely carved flat-sided pouring-spout and its large-size, convex, hardwood base-plug: fitted with its square-shank, rosehead nail, securing tacks and its iron post -- for the suspension cord. In overall fine untouched “attic” condition with the expected sings of use and wear: some scuffs minor abrasions and richly toned smooth horn and wood surfaces. The base-plug, en suite with finely sculpted and classic New England-form design to its large proprtions: minor abrasions and expected tight hairlines. A nice example of a New England Type American Revolutionary War Period Rifleman's Powder Horn with a finely crafted base, ca. 1770. Overall length, approx. 10 1/2". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". From a Mass. Collection. Price: $575.00 |
|  | A VERY GOOD 20th CENTURY LEATHER & IRON MOROCCAN “BEEHIVE” POWDER FLASK FOR A KABYLE, ca. 1930: Of typical “beehive” form with a carved, leather covered (minor damages), wooden body with black cotton “Trade Cloth” borders. Untouched lightly oxidized brown-colored surfaces with insect-damage/worm holes, scuffs/tears and handling marks. Extensively adorned overall with 20th century brass-plated iron “Trade tacks” with russet toned patina and moderate surface-rust/oxidation. Nicely carved, oxidized and ivory-toned, bone pouring-spout: retains its braided hemp? suspension cord with frays and minor losses. In overall very good untouched condition with dry surfaces to the leather body and signs of exposure and wear. A nice and decorative example of a classic Moroccan “Beehive” Powder Flask, of the type often associated with Kabyle Rifles, ca. 1930. Measures 11" x 5". . Price: $135.00 |
|  | 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 VERY GOOD 19th CENTURY AMERICAN FLAT COWHORN POWDER HORN, ca. 1820: In overall very good lightly cleaned condition with smooth exterior surfaces. The 5 ½”, light colored cow horn body with nicely sculpted contours and an integrally carved spout with a nicely flattened, brass-colored mouth. Retains its original iron suspension loops and very good light colored surfaces with some minor scuffs and light abrasions. Of classic early 19th century firm with a compressed/flattened body and its brass pin-flattened hardwood base-plug: replaced spout plug with vent/nipple-pick. Overall a nice example of an early 19th century American flat-type powder horn, ca. 1820. Price: $475.00 |
|  | A RARE SPANISH/SPANISH-COLONIAL (MEXICAN?)FLINTLOCK MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1750: In overall fine condition with some old minor insect damage and expected handling marks. Tapered, cylindrical-form, lightly engraved cow-horn body with a spring operated powder cutoff and its original sheet-steel and brass mounts: retains its original steel belt-clip and its screw-fastened end-cap with matching gunmetal surfaces. The body of classic Spanish/Spanish-Colonial form with smooth, nicely toned and yellowed horn surfaces with extensive, somewhat crude (Spanish Colonial) floral and line engravings overall. The mounts with a generally smooth, untouched, gunmetal age patina and some light surfaces discoloration. Complete with its finely turned and sculpted, brass powder dispenser/spout with its original spring cutoff with nicely detailed arm. Overall a fine and example of these distinct Spanish Military Powder Flasks, carried by Infantrymen, of the mid 18th Century. Overall length, 11 1/2". A rare form of 18th century Powder Flask/Horn and the type often associated with use in Spanish Colonial America. For a similar example, please see Sydney B. Brinckerhoff's: "Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America 1700-1821", pg. 66, pl. 111 & 112. Price: $1,475.00 |
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|  | 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 |
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|  | A SCARCE 17th CENTURY GERMAN COMBINATION WHEELOCK SPANNER/PRIMING FLASK, ca. 1650: Made of a single piece of pressed and carved cow horn with its original faceted, wooden base-plug and its spout-plug with iron tip. Three spanner heads--- mounted on the side of the horn body: the base with an integrally-forged, decorative, wrought iron mounting plate. Simply carved, dark colored (walnut?) base-plug, attached by means of three screws (one an old replacement). In overall fine+ untouched condition with nicely carved and aged horn surfaces: a finely carved and turned spout-end with a faceted flat horn body of classic mid 17th century form. Retains untouched, dark, smooth surfaces and some scattered minor handling marks, abrasions and signs of use/wear. The iron spanners with dark smooth surfaces and some light oxidation. A classic 17th Century German Wheelock Combination Powder Flask/Spanner, ca. 1650. overall. Overall length: 9 1/2". Price: $1,275.00 |
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|  | 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 |
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|  | A FINE SPANISH/SPANISH-COLONIAL FLINTLOCK-TYPE (ESCOPETA) MUSKETEER'S POWDER FLASK, ca. 1770: In overall fine untouched condition with a nicely tapered, cylindrical-form, cow-horn body with its original and functional spring operated powder cutoff and its sculpted and turned steel & brass mounts and screws. The side with its original steel belt-clip and its screw-fastened terminal with matching gunmetal surfaces. The lightly toned, yellow-brown, colored body of classic Spanish/Spanish-Colonial form with smooth, lightly toned and age-patinated horn surfaces with only some minor handling marks and tight hairlines. The mounts with a generally smooth, untouched, gunmetal/russet-toned age-patina and some light surfaces discoloration/oxidization. Complete with its finely turned and sculpted, brass powder spout with its original spring cutoff with a chiseled and faceted arm. Overall, a fine and classic example of an 18th Century Spanish Military-form Powder Flask. The style of Flask carried by Infantrymen and Colonial Settlers, during the mid to late 18th Century. Overall length, 11 1/4". A scarce and distinctive type Powder Flask/Horn; and the type often associated with use in Spanish Colonial America. For a similar example, please see Sydney B. Brinckerhoff's: "Spanish Military Weapons in Colonial America 1700-1821", pg. 66, pl. 111 & 112. Price: $1,275.00 |
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|  | A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED SPANISH AMERICAN WAR PERIOD "US" MARKED KRAG-TYPE CARTRIDGE BOX, dtd. 1909: In overall (net) good untouched condition. Of typical late 19th century American design; and of leather, canvass and brass construction. The interior with its nicely stitched canvass cartridge loops for accepting twenty (20) .30/40 caliber, cartridges. Untouched & oxidized, light brown "patent" type leather-covered body with its original, sewn and brass hinged, "US" embossed rain cover/lid. The side with a clearly marked "ROCK ISLAND/ARSENAL/1909/T00/"R.D.S" arsenal marking and date of manufacture/acceptance. Tinged rain-cover with its leather securing-loop (the terminal detached) and the base with its brass stud for the catch. In overall net good untouched condition: the leather with untouched, generally supple surfaces, some oxidation, age-stains/crazing and scattered abrasions/scuffs: good seams (minor loss of stitching). The brass mounts with lightly oxidized surfaces, en suite with the body. Very good interior with fine "loops" and seams. A nice example of a Regulation Pattern "US" marked Spanish American War Period cartridge box for a .30/40 Krag, ca. 1890s. Measures 5 3/4" x 5" x 1 1/2". Price: $100.00 |
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|  | A GOOD AMERICAN RIFLE/PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770-1800: In overall good+ untouched condition. The Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout with ringneck-collar and its original pin-fastened, flat, wood base-plug with a central screw—for a suspension cord. In overall good+ untouched condition with light sings of use and wear. The wooden base-plug with generally smooth dark surfaces and age-stains. A nice example of an American Rifle/Pistol type Powder Horn, ca. 1770-1800. Overall length, 8". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution". Price: $225.00 |
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|  | A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED 17th CENTURY GERMAN COMBINATION WHEELOCK SPANNER/PRIMING FLASK, ca. 1650: Made of a single piece of pressed and flattened carved cow horn with its original simply carved wooden base-plug: some old worn chips and abrasions. The body with three, integrally forged, screw-fastened spanner heads with a finely sculpted base with a decorative, wrought iron mounting plate-finial. Simply carved, (walnut?) base-plug, attached by means of its two iron pins/pegs. In overall very good+ untouched condition with nicely carved and patinated horn surfaces: a finely carved and turned spout-end with a faceted flat horn body of classic mid 17th century form. Retains untouched, smooth surfaces and some scattered minor handling marks, abrasions and signs of use/wear. The iron spanners with dark smooth surfaces and some light oxidation. A classic 17th Century German Wheelock Combination Powder Flask/Spanner, ca. 1650. overall. Overall length: 10 1/2". Price: $1,000.00 |
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|  | A FINE 19th CENTURY SMALL-SIZED (COLT-TYPE) EMBOSSED EAGLE COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1845: In overall fine untouched condition with a nicely toned, untouched, copper patina, fine seams and expected signs of light wear and verdigris. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with an early type detailed Heraldic Eagle on a Hummock (without pistol or telescope): of classic "Colt Pocket Model" design. (Riling No. 760). Fine, untouched, copper body with smooth surfaces and its original, graduated, brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff: very good spring (minor oxidation) and lever. In overall fine untouched condition with generally smooth surfaces and a richly toned age-patina: the retaining screws with light verdigris. Sharp detail to the embossed Eagle Motif with tight seams, no splits or repairs. A scarce, early, small sized, mid 19th century unmarked American Embossed Eagle "Colt type" Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1845. The type of flask associated with Cased Colt Pocket Mdl. Pistols. Overall measurements, 4 1/2" x 2". Price: SOLD |
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|  | AN AMERICAN MID 19TH CENTURY EMBOSSED LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. Supple, lightly aged, leather body made of two separate and sewn, halves: each side embossed with a nicely detailed hanging game scene. The top with its original, graduated, spring-operated, brass pouring-spout with its original spring, etc. In overall very good+ untouched condition with supple, dark brown, leather surfaces with some minor abrasions, crazing and fine stitches/seams: the base with its iron suspension-loop. In functional order with its original, adjustable, brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A nice example of mid to late 19th century American Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1850. Price: $150.00 |
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|  | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN MID 19TH CENTURY EMBOSSED LEATHER SHOT FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. Tanned, supple, lightly aged leather body made of two separate and sewn, halves: each side embossed with a somewhat worn pheasant within a scroll border. The top with its original, graduated, spring-operated, brass pouring-spout. In overall very good untouched condition with supple, light brown, leather surfaces, some minor abrasions, crazing and fine stitches/seams: the base with its iron suspension-loop and the body with some expected light crazing and generally very sound surfaces. In functional order with its original brass pouring-spout and spring cut-off. A nice example of mid to late 19th century American Embossed Leather shot-flask, ca. 1850. Price: $100.00 |
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|  | 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 |
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|  | A VERY GOOD MID 19th CENTURY SMALL-SIZED EMBOSSED GOLD GILT-COPPER POWDER FLASK, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition with a nicely toned, untouched, Gold Gilt (95%) patina with fine seams and expected signs of light wear and patches of discoloration. Of typical bag-shape design, with both sides deeply embossed with a finely detailed Scallop-shell motif: of classic mid 19th century design. (similar to Riling No. 314). Very good untouched body with smooth surfaces and its original, brass pouring spout with an external spring-operated powder cutoff and lever: the spring broken. In overall very good+ untouched condition with smooth surfaces and a richly toned age-patina: complete with its retaining screws. Sharp detail to the embossed design with tight seams, no splits or repairs. A scarce, early, small sized, mid 19th century unmarked American/English Embossed Gilt (95%) Copper Powder Flask, ca. 1850. The type of flask associated with a small Cased Pocket Pistol. Overall measurements, 3 7/8" x 2".. Price: $375.00 |
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|  | A VERY GOOD+ AMERICAN RIFLE/PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1770-1800: 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 pin-fastened, flat, wood base-plug and its simply carved spout-plug, en suite. In overall good+ untouched condition with light sings of use and wear. The original wooden base-plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and age-stains. A nice example of an American Rifle/Pistol type Powder Horn, ca. 1800. Overall length, 7". For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution".. Price: $250.00 |
|  | A VERY GOOD+/FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1780: In overall very good+/fine untouched condition. The nicely carved light colored, yellow/tan colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, an integral, nicely-carved end-spout and its original wooden-peg-fastened, convex, wooden (walnut?) base-plug: without a point of attachment for a suspension-cord, as made for a Pistol and/or as a “Bag-horn”. The neck with a bulbous carved rounded collar. In overall very good+/fine untouched condition with light sings of use and some minor handling marks and abrasions. The wooden plug, en suite with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and minor age-stains and abrasions. Complete with its original carved woodf spout-plug with matching oxisized wooden surfaces. A very nice example of a small American Revolutionary War Period Pistol-type Powder Horn, ca. 1780. From an old Mass. Collection. Overall length, approx. 7". Price: $325.00 |
|  | 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 |
|  | A VERY GOOD 19th CENTURY AMERICAN INDIAN WAR PERIOD ENGRAVED POWDER HORN w/ WESTERN/AMERICAN-INDIAN THEME ETCHINGS, ca. 1870: In overall very good condition with smooth, lightly toned and yellowed, pressed, cow horn surfaces and its matching, adjustable and graduated, brass pouring-spout. The outer surfaces finely engraved overall with a nicely detailed Indian & Tepee scene, a centrally engraved Mounted Cowboy figure and one side with a classic mid-19th century Hunting vignette. The etchings of late 19th century, American design with a “folkish”/whimsical quality to the scrimshaw adornment. Commercial type, adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its functional spring cut-off and its original external spring. The basket weave leather and sinew? Base-plug of Western/American-Indian type design with a very tight weave and its integrally woven, pierced, leather suspension-loop. In overall very good+/fine condition. The body with smooth lightly toned surfaces, sharp engraving, some minor wear handling marks and small abrasions/chips. The brass spout with an untouched, mustard, age-patina and signs of use/wear. An unusual and fine quality American Indian War Period Etched Powder Horn/Flask, ca. 1870. Price: $585.00 |
|  | A VERY GOOD AMERICAN ANTE-BELLUM PERIOD PISTOL-TYPE POWDER/PRIMING HORN, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original iron tack-fastened, flat, wood base-plug (missing the spout-plug). In overall very good untouched condition with the expected sings of use, minor age-stains and light wear. The original wooden base-plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and age-stains. A nice example of an Ante-bellum Period American Pistol type Powder/Priming Horn, ca. 1850. Overall length, approx. 7". 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: $1,000.00 |
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|  | A VERY GOOD MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN PISTOL-TYPE POWDER HORN, ca. 1830-1850: : In overall very good+ untouched condition. The nicely carved tan/brown colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, an integral, chip-carved end-spout and its original pin-fastened, convex, wooden (butternut?) base-plug: without a point of attachment for a suspension-cord, as made for a Pistol and/or as a “Bag-horn”. The neck with a slab-sided carved collar with an integral retaining-ring. In overall very good+ untouched condition with general sings of use, wear and some minor chips and abrasions. The wooden plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces and minor age-stains. A nice example of a small American Pistol-type Powder Horn, ca. 1830-1850. Overall length, approx. 6". From an Arkansas Family Collection. Price: SOLD |
|  | 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 |
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 | 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 |
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 | A GOOD+ UNTOUCHED MID 19th CENTURY AMERICAN EMBOSSED BRASS POWDER FLASK, ca. 1860s: Of typical mid-19th century bag-shaped form, both sides 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 generally smooth untouched lacquered surfaces with some minor handling marks. The copper body with deeply toned dark surfaces, tight seams and some expected minor dings/dents. Original adjustable, brass pouring-spout with its internal, spring-operated, powder cutoff—defective spring. The base with an "AM. FLASK & CAP Co." marking for the famed American Cap & Flask Company of Waterbury, Conn. The exterior of with three of its four suspension loops and pins: missing one loop & retains a vestige of its pin. In overall good+ to near very good condition with untouched, dark, smooth surfaces and a deeply toned age-patina. Sharply embossed decoration with fine seams and approx. 50% lacquer finish. Overall measurements, 8" x 3 1/2". Price: SOLD |
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 | 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: SOLD |
|  | 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: SOLD |
|  | 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 VERY GOOD AMERICAN RIFLE/PISTOL-TYPE POWDER/PRIMING HORN, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. Light colored cow horn body with a fine natural curve, a simply carved integral end-spout and its original iron tack-fastened, flat, wood base-plug (missing the spout-plug and fitted with an old leather plug). In overall very good untouched condition with the expected sings of use, minor age-stains and wear: contains numerous lead pellets. The original wooden base-plug with untouched lightly oxidized surfaces, age-stains and its iron screw for a suspension-cord. A nice example of an Ante-bellum Period American Rifle/Pistol type Powder/Priming Horn, ca. 1850. From an Arkansas Family Collection. Overall length, approx. 7". Price: SOLD |
|  | 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: SOLD |
|  | 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: SOLD |
|  | 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: SOLD |
|  | 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: SOLD | |
