The Canada 150 Auction

June 27, 2017

LOT 604A

Lot 604A

Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet

Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet
Lot 604A Details
Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet

dated and signed on the lock plate with broad arrow and crowned VR marks, with impressed ‘DC’ in lozenge on curly maple stock and 55th regiment marks to top of brass butt plate
length 55" — 139.7 cm.; 74" — 188 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $5,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet
  • Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet
  • Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet
  • Dominion of Canada 1867 Military Issue Snider-Enfield Rifle and Bayonet
Note:

The 55th regiment is known to have been stationed at Citadel Hill in Halifax.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 604A
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  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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