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Lot 177

Two North Carolina Attributed Powder Horns with Accoutrements

Estimate: $200 - $400
Starting Bid
$100

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late 18th to early 19th century, powder horn with wooden knob screw top finial, wooden plug, bone powder measure, wooden shot holder, stitched leather pouch with fringe edge, possibly Mecklenburg County, 13 in.; smaller powder horn, flat wooden cap, pinched wooden stopper, with leather pouch powder measure, bamboo measure, and tin of percussion caps, possibly North Carolina or Southern, 9-1/2 in.

Provenance: From The Collections of Dr. George Waynick and Dr. Edward G. Hill Jr., Old Salem, North Carolina

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From The Collections of Dr. George Waynick and Dr. Edward G. Hill Jr., Old Salem, North Carolina

larger powder horn missing brass tack head, 1-1/2 in. split in bone at spout, small split at knob finial, wear and abrasions from use, powder inside, loss to tip of shot holder, wear to measure, stiff pouch with cracks in leather, small horn with 1 in. split to top of horn, other small splits at tacks, small split in cap, wear to other pieces, dried leather with shrinkage cracks on surface 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.