Emporium & Coins Auction | November 16, 2023 | Lot 1-550
Thu, Nov 16, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 444
J. Smith Bowie Knife with Associated Book
Estimate: $300 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
American, 19th century, impressed on bottom on blade "J. Smith", horn handle, 14-7/8 x 3-3/4 in.; glass topped case with velvet lined interior, marked with Harley Davidson Motorcycles logo, 2-5/8 x 16-3/4 x 5-1/4 in.; Goins' Encyclopedia of Cutlery Markings by John E. Goins, Knoxville, Tennessee: Knife World Publications, 1986
Provenance: Estate of Dr. J. Francis and Laquita Amos, Rocky Mount, Virginia
Note: Accompanied by letter regarding the history of the knife from John Goins. This bowie knife is pictured on the cover of the accompanying book.
Condition
surface dirt/accretion, some discoloration and wear to knife consistent with age and use; book with wear to extremities
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Estate of Dr. J. Francis and Laquita Amos, Rocky Mount, Virginia
