$3,690
General Joseph Hooker Silver California Medal and Related Objects, c. 1849-89, silver medal with a wagon train, bear, eagle on the front, hanging from a tab marked "CALIFORNIA/1849," engraved on the back "Lt. Col. Joseph Hooker/Asst Adjt Gen. U.S.A./June 4th,/1849/SAN FRANCISCO," in a wooden case with maroon velvet lining, a copper medal for Major General Joseph Hooker, two images, and a short history of Gen. Joe Hooker. Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Estimate $2,000-2,500 All in very good condition. 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:
2017-10-26
