Lot 139: Rare 19th c. Miniature Hingham Firkin

$1,003.00

Lot 139: Rare 19th c. Miniature Hingham Firkin

$1,003.00

SOLD: $1,003 (includes Buyer’s Premium)
Estimate: $1,200 – $1,500

Original red painted finish, stamped “CH” on the bottom, pencil inscription on bottom “Made by Cotton Hersey 1878 aged 86 years Born 1792″, old round head copper nail repair to the bottom split wrap, 2 1/2″ h to lid, 2 1/4” dia at base.

Description

Mini firkin in red, “CH” , shows repair