$554
Whitney 1822 U. S. Contract Musket Converted to Percussion, c. 1834, walnut stock with a crisp cartouche mark on the left side and one in front of the buttplate, lock marked on the tail "NEW/HAVEN/1834" and in front of the hammer "U.S./E. WHITNEY," marked "MS" on the left side of the breech, barrel lg. 42, overall lg. 57 3/4 in. Estimate $400-600 Stock has a few dings and nicks, some pitting on the breech, and the lock needs work to function properly. 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
