$1,230
Cantel Patent Federal Canteen, c. 1862, leather body with copper rivets, marked on the front "PATENT/L.C/OCT. 14 1862," with brass shoulder strap reinforcing pieces, pewter spout, tin-topped cork, and a leather shoulder strap (detached), ht. 9. wd. 6 1/2 in. Estimate $2,000-4,000 In overall very good condition, with a break on the strap near where it attaches to the canteen body, and some of the cork is missing. 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