Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Group of Spanish American War-related Items, c. late 19th century, a tinned iron mess kit, a cup with "US" stamped in the bottom, a Krag bayonet and scabbard, a blue woven .45-70 cartridge belt, a haversack with "U.S." on the flap and a leather flap, a canteen with "U.S." on the front and a leather sling, a Mckeever cartridge box with "US" stamped on the flap, a Model 1874 belt with brass buckle marked "US," and a revolver cartridge box (missing block) with "US" on the flap.
Provenance: The collection of Ron Tunison.
Estimate $400-600
All are in good condition but have wear from use.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Ron Tunison, United StatesChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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