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Thursday, November 13, 2008
Civil War Drumstick Holder with Original Sticks
eBay seller heritageauctionsinc( 66) is auctioning a set of rosewood drumsticks and a brass stick holder (eBay no. 260311307331) from its catalog "2008 NOV Signature Civil War Auction #6015":
Civil War Drumstick Holder with Original Sticks. "Regulation" style brass plate with heavy brass ferrules for the sticks, original iron wire fastening hooks on the back for attaching to the drum sling. One corner with a minor bend and remains of an old coat of gilt paint, otherwise excellent, untouched. Very nice pair of heavy rosewood sticks, unquestionably period with bulbous tips, just some minor dents from honest use, excellent. Nice set.
Estimate: US $800.00 - US $1,000.00
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