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Sat, Oct 23, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 675

Scale Ship Model of U.S.S. Constitution

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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$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

circa 1960s, representing the U.S.S. Constitution (a.k.a. Old Ironsides, 1797-1812), carved and painted wood model with metal and string fittings/embellishments; in large brass, glass, and wood case with engraved plaque "U.S.S. Frigate Constitution/1797", case 32-1/2 x 42 x 14-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sold to Benefit the North Carolina Maritime Museum System

Note: This model is accompanied by a file containing the original plans for model builders.

Condition

scattered scuffs and minor areas of paint loss, some areas of lifting and retouch to hull sides; case with some surface dirt and accretion to glass

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