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Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
Jan 6, 2017 - Jan 25, 2017
General Anthony McAuliffe sterling cuff bracelet with "USMA" in raised intertwined letters (United States Military Academy). Engraved "Anthony Clement McAuliffe, Class of 1924." Engraving spans both sides of open cuff (please see photos). Marked on interior, "Dieges & Clust/Sterling". General Anthony McAuliffe was one of the Commanding officers at the Battle of the Bulge, Bastogne during World War II. He famously responded, "Nuts" to the German Army's offer to accept the Allies' surrender. 1.12"w x 1.75". 1.7 ozt. Provenance: Estate of General Anthony McAuliffe thence by family descent. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $19.99 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Please note we do not accept credit cards.
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