Our Premier Autumn Auction | Session II | October 22, 2025
Wed, Oct 22, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 546
Massachusetts Historic Cast Bronze "Minuteman" Bell
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Sold for
$8,500
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
diminutive bell likely cast by English founders Whitechapel or Rudhall; with lettering "Come Away Make No Delay 1775", suspended by modern leather supports to wooden stand, bell approximately 14 x 14 in.; on stand fully 24 x 20 x 16 in.
Provenance: Northeast Auctions, August 31, 2016; Tonnesen Collection, New Hampshire
Note: This bell was unearthed near Acton, Massachusetts around 1820 and then resided with the same family for four generations. We have not independently confirmed this, but it is rumored to have been described in a late 18th century article as "the Minuteman Bell."
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Northeast Auctions, August 31, 2016; Tonnesen Collection, New Hampshire
structurally sound, with typical accretion and surface oxidation, light surface bruising Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
