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THBAmerican-made Copy of a British Bayonet
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Marlborough, MA 01752
United States
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LiveOct 27, 2016 - Oct 28, 2016
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- Lot Description
American-made Copy of a British Bayonet, c. last quarter 18th century, iron blade and socket, no markings on the base of the blade, long socket with a thin socket ring, overall lg. 19 3/4 in.
Note: The bayonet belonged to Benjamin Mayo who was born December 11, 1750, in Roxbury, Massachusetts. He served as a sergeant in Captain Peter Proctor's Company of Lieutenant Colonel Williams' Militia Regiment in 1777 marching 120 miles for the relief of the Northern Army after the evacuation of Fort Ticonderoga. He served from July 10 to August 12. After the Revolution Mayo eventually moved to Orange, Massachusetts where he died May 2, 1797. Benjamin Mayo also had a son, Benjamin (1774-1824). The bayonet was found in a house owned by Benjamin Mayo in North Orange, Massachusetts.
Estimate $200-300
Some patina appropriate to its age, socket ring is broken where the bayonet lug entry is.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. - Shipping Info
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