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Civil War "Housewife" along with Two Carved Rings with Nice Period ID to John H. Perkins, Co. D 24th Maine Inf. 19" when unr... (Total: 3 Items)
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Civil War "Housewife" along with Two Carved Rings with Nice Period ID to John H. Perkins, Co. D 24th Maine Inf. 19" when unrolled, black oil cloth cover with polished cotton binding, string ties for closure. Numerous compartments, bags, pads for storing sewing and other small personal items. Stitched on the front flap "J. H. Perkins". Overall about perfect condition. GAR medal pinned to the inside. Large ring carved of burl wood with and obviously gold disc inset in the center, flanked with red enamel letters, possibly Co D. Delicate bone ring with his initials "JHP" on the front flanked by floral sprays. Both pieces very skillfully executed, in perfect condition with nice patina. Perkins enlisted in the 24th on October 13, 1862 and was discharged for disability on Dec. 5. Nice ID'd grouping.Auction Info
2008 November Signature Civil War Auction #6015 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2008
20th-21st
Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
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