2202
Brown Bess Short Land Pattern Musket
Estimate:
$800 - $1,200
Sold
$7,500
Live Auction
November 5th, 2021 Gallery Auction l Americana Historical Documents, Memorabilia, & Weapons
Category
Description
3rd quarter 18th century, reportedly used at the Battle of Bunker Hill, 1775 (stated on a label glued to the stock): round barrel with bayonet lug at top, 42 in. L.; flintlock ignition, the plate engraved "Tower," with stamped "GR" and crown; walnut full stock with brass butt plate, trigger guard and ramrod guides; iron ramrod; 59 in. L. overall.
Condition
The stock broken at the wrist and repaired with brass sheathing during service. Stock with considerable wear and some losses along the edge; frizzen loose
Provenance
From the estate of a Maryland collector. Purchased from Guthman Americana.
