22: A GAR REUNION POTTERY CANTEEN, GEORGE BALDWIN, 2ND MASS
The circa 1890 pottery canteen, gold and brown lettering of 'Geo C. Baldwin Sergeant Co. L Cal. Bat. 2nd Mass Cav', plus embossed GAR ribbon and medal, pottery loops for the original leather strap, original wood stopper. A CDV image of George Baldwin is available online along with other biographical information at http://www.2mass.reunioncivilwar.com/images/Battalion.htm.
Measures 9.5 x 8 inches.
Very good condition, noting overall stained crazing, minor roughness at the spout, light wear, no other issues of chip, crack or repair.
Provenance: The 45-year collection of Michael and Donna Hayes, West Plains, Missouri.
$300 - $400
The Michael and Donna Hayes Collection
Saturday, September 14th 2019
SOLD - $500
Sold Price does not include Buyer's Premium