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Lot 1032
AN ENGLISH-STYLE FLINTLOCK MILITIA MUSKET,early 19th century.
1 – 10 April 2025, 12:00 EDT
Online, Skinner Marlborough, MassachusettsSold for US$998.75 inc. premium
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AN ENGLISH-STYLE FLINTLOCK MILITIA MUSKET,
early 19th century.
early 19th century.
45 1/2 in., .80 caliber round barrel with ring decoration at the breech and trace of Tower ordnance proof marks; convex, well work Dublin Castle Lock; walnut stock; brass furniture including a butt plate with a narrow tang, India Pattern-style trigger guard, convex "S" side plate, sheet brass rammer pipes, and brass nose band, steel rammer with butt on head and threaded end, later sling swivels.
Overall lg. 61 1/8 in.
Condition: The musket is coated in a thin layer of varnish, barrel toned to brown and vent appears to be bushed; lock markings very worn; stock has scattered dings and dents; missing round thumb piece.
We are proud to present these objects to benefit the acquisition fund of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum. We wholeheartedly support the Fort's mission to ensure that future generations learn from the struggles that shaped our nation.
Overall lg. 61 1/8 in.
Condition: The musket is coated in a thin layer of varnish, barrel toned to brown and vent appears to be bushed; lock markings very worn; stock has scattered dings and dents; missing round thumb piece.
We are proud to present these objects to benefit the acquisition fund of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum. We wholeheartedly support the Fort's mission to ensure that future generations learn from the struggles that shaped our nation.