$308
Civil War Mess Utensils, c. 1861, tinned iron fork, knife, and spoon, marked on the fork and knife "W.H. RICHARDS/PATENT JULY 23 1861/BOSTON," overall lg. 8 3/8 in. Estimate $150-250 In overall very good condition with some patination on the knife. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-27
