Rare U.S. Model 1797 Naval Boarding Pike Attributed to USS Constitution "Old Ironsides,"

Description:

Rare U.S. Model 1797 Naval Boarding Pike Attributed to USS Constitution "Old Ironsides," c. late 18th century, finely wrought blade without langets, sturdy oak haft with a ball butt, blade lg. 11 1/2, overall lg. 97 in.

Provenance: Rodney Hilton Brown Collection; The War Museum.


Estimate $1,500-2,500

In overall very good condition.


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