$984
Cane Made from the U. S. Frigate Cumberland, c. 1863, oak cane with elaborate gold handle with raised foliate designs, engraved on the top "From the/Ensign gaft/of the U.S. Frigate/Cumberland sunk/by the Conf'd Steamer/"Merremac"/Mch. 9 1862" and on the side "Dec 25 1863/Wm F Stearns/from/AWH," overall lg. 33 3/4 in. Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Estimate $400-600 In good condition with one small dent on the side of the handle. 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
