May 18, 2021 Early Arms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/18/2021
Lot consists of: (A) Measures 7" x 3". It displays a raised carved spout with a plug and two iron bands secured by early nails. This canteen has a crudely carved "RBF" with "A*R" on the opposite side. It has a taped paper tag typewritten with identifying information "REVOLUTIONARY WAR WATER CANTEEN / Belonging to / ROWELL B. FOOT / A soldier on the Quebec Expedition. / (See Kenneth Roberts, March to Quebec)". CONDITION: Old oil finish with worm damage. Canteen is secure and pleasing. Normal wear. (B) This canteen measures 7 3/8" x 3 1/8" and has a raised carved spout with plug and two iron bands secured with rosehead nails. There is a "D.B." carved into one side. It also has a metal collection tag attached to the metal strap holder. CONDITION: Good with normal wear. Old oil finish and a round plug on the bottom, opposite the spout. DRG