January 16, 2020 The Susquehanna Collection
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/16/2020
Comprising: A) Powder horn of 10-1/2 inches with curved body and faceted conical spout section. The slightly domed wooden plug once had a salmon colored paint and is decorated with a series of dots forming "NS / 1782". The horn has a green hue. CONDITION: Horn has a dry untouched surface and shows some smoothing from wear and natural deformities. Spout shows a couple hairline age cracks. Plug shows some wear and traces of salmon paint. B) A six-cavity brass gang mold, probably late 18th or early 19th century. Measuring 13" overall, there are 6 graduated cavities approximately .50 caliber up to .69 caliber. CONDITION: Very good with mellowing patina and scattered marks from use.