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Lot #399
USS Constitution

Elaborate oak cannon made from the hull of 'Old Ironsides'

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Description

Elaborate oak cannon made from the hull of 'Old Ironsides'

Scarce wooden naval cannon with wheeled carriage, measuring 10.25 x 5.5 x 5.5, made from oak removed from the original 1794 hull of the USS Constitution, with descriptive plaque affixed to front reading: "This material was taken from the original hull of the U.S. frigate Constitution, keel laid 1794, rebuilding 1927." In fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopy of a June 2016 article from The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles which shows this very item.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: September
  • Dates: #535 - Ended September 12, 2018