Philippine-American War Band Baton Presented to Sergt. John Von Staden U.S. Volunteer Militia
Sale 1352 - Arms, Armor & Militaria Online
Lots Open
Nov 27, 2023
Lots Close
Dec 8, 2023
Timed Online / Cincinnati
Estimate
$100 -
$300
Sold for $150
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Lot Description
Philippine-American War Band Baton Presented to Sergt. John Von Staden U.S. Volunteer Militia
About 43" long and 4" diameter. Band baton with silver ball head that is engraved Presented/to/Sergt. John von Staden/Officer's First Cal. U.S.V./MANILA. P.I./March 1899. Item has a walnut or rosewood shaft that is wrapped with bullion cord and has a silver tip.
From the Collection of George Oldenbourg
Condition Report
About good. Silver finish has mottled appearance overall due to scratching and patina/tarnish. There is also some scattered denting to metal fittings.
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