Two Civil War-era Pocketknives

Two Civil War-era Pocketknives, a knife with a wooden grip, carved on one side "II. II.II 1863," and a knife with a brass grip, carved on one side "Pvt. L. AMES UNION FOREVER" with a central shield, and on the opposite side "71sT VOL." Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Estimate $150-250 Wood griped knife has a rusty blade, brass griped knife has some patina on the grip. 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.