$523
Carved Pennsylvania Cavalry Ring, c. 1861-62, bone rectangle carved "RA Kerr/Co. A, 8th Pa. Cav.y" with a shield, flags, and foliate designs, ht. 1 1/4, wd. 1 7/8 in. Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Note: Private Robert A. Kerr enlisted on August 28, 1861, and was discharged on a surgeon's certificate on July 6, 1862. Reportedly Kerr was the model for the 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry monument in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Estimate $200-400 Some light staining on the bone but 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
