Two Oval Bronze Henry Knox Plaques

Description:

Two Oval Bronze Henry Knox Plaques, early 20th century, one with a profile view of Knox below a spreadwing eagle, with inscription "HENRY KNOX/FATHER OF THE/AMERICAN ARTILLERY," foundry mark "C.G.G. KNAUFF 1913"; the other depicting the transportation of the artillery from Ticonderoga to Dorchester Heights during the winter of 1775-1776, reading "GIFT OF THE SOCIETY OF THE SONS/OF THE REVOLUTION IN THE/COMMONWEALTH OF/MASSACHUSETTS," ht. 13, wd. 10 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-500


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