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Lot 1054
A FLINTLOCK AMERICAN 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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A FLINTLOCK AMERICAN MILITIA MUSKET,
early 19th century.
early 19th century.
38 1/4 in., .76 caliber round barrel, the breech with partial possibly company marking; slightly convex ordnance lock with pointed tail engraved "TOWER" and with a crown over "GR" and crowned broad arrow mark below the pan; maple stock; brass furniture including a butt plate with a narrow pointed tang, trigger guard with acorn finial, four sheet brass rammer pipes, brass nose cap and steel rammer with button head and threaded end.
Overall lg. 53 3/8 in.
Condition: The musket is coated in a thin layer of varnish, barrel has pitting at the breech; lock is an old replacement, stock has a repair above the lock mortice, brass toned to yellow, action functions properly.
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. 53 3/8 in.
Condition: The musket is coated in a thin layer of varnish, barrel has pitting at the breech; lock is an old replacement, stock has a repair above the lock mortice, brass toned to yellow, action functions properly.
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.