THE PINKHAM AND BROWN FAMILY ARCHIVES OF NANTUCKET ISLAND.

19th-early 20th century, Nantucket, Massachusetts. The collection includes a brass single draw telescope marked Hemsley, London, “Day or Night” in its original box marked “H.C. Pinkham” and dated 1872. Henry C. Pinkham of Nantucket, Massachusetts, was born in 1814 as illustrated in the accompanying family record for Henry C. Pinkham and his wife Betsy Mayo, and their five offspring. The original marriage certificate between Henry and Betsy is also included, as is an original photograph of Henry C. Pinkham. A small and delicately made Nantucket basket made by Henry C. Pinkham given to Priscilla Coleman, and then to Mary Brown, his grand-daughter, in 1877. Also included is a small album of Pinkham family ancestors. The Henry G. Brown and Lydia H. Brown family register 1801-1873. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate Office document titled the “Pedigree of Benjamin F. Brown”, which reads “Benjamin F. Brown, son of Henry who was a son of Benjamin who married Betsey Allen, daughter of Joseph Allen and Hepsibeth Coffin. Hepsibeth Coffin was daughter of Robert Coffin and Susanna Coffin”. Also included is the personal flask of Benjamin Brown, and so monogrammed. A handwritten document illustrating the history of occupants of the Benjamin H. Brown House at 30 Hussey Street on Nantucket Island. This document traces the family ownership of 1772 through 1931, when it was owned by Benjamin and Mary A. Brown. SIZE: Basket is 3″ h x 6-1/4 dia. PROVENANCE: From the Mayhew-Pinkham-Coleman Family Estate of Nantucket, Massachusetts. These families and their descendants were a part of the original families on Nantucket Island, with roots in the 17th century. CONDITION: All items within this group are in generally good condition. Paper documents show a slight discoloration and toning. Marriage certificate missing lower left corner. Brown pedigree with some smudging to ink along with toning. Telescope operational with intact lenses. Small basket with natural patina and good surface. Silver flatware with normal and expected wear and usage marks. Generally good overall. 50779-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2342

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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	2342	$0.00	THE PINKHAM AND BROWN FAMILY ARCHIVES OF NANTUCKET ISLAND. 19th-early 20th century, Nantucket, Massachusetts. The collection includes a brass single draw telescope marked Hemsley, London, “Day or Night” in its original box marked “H.C. Pinkham” and dated 1872. Henry C. Pinkham of Nantucket, Massachusetts, was born in 1814 as illustrated in the accompanying family record for Henry C. Pinkham and his wife Betsy Mayo, and their five offspring. The original marriage certificate between Henry and Betsy is also included, as is an original photograph of Henry C. Pinkham. A small and delicately made Nantucket basket made by Henry C. Pinkham given to Priscilla Coleman, and then to Mary Brown, his grand-daughter, in 1877. Also included is a small album of Pinkham family ancestors. The Henry G. Brown and Lydia H. Brown family register 1801-1873. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate Office document titled the “Pedigree of Benjamin F. Brown”, which reads “Benjamin F. Brown, son of Henry who was a son of Benjamin who married Betsey Allen, daughter of Joseph Allen and Hepsibeth Coffin. Hepsibeth Coffin was daughter of Robert Coffin and Susanna Coffin”. Also included is the personal flask of Benjamin Brown, and so monogrammed. A handwritten document illustrating the history of occupants of the Benjamin H. Brown House at 30 Hussey Street on Nantucket Island. This document traces the family ownership of 1772 through 1931, when it was owned by Benjamin and Mary A. Brown. SIZE: Basket is 3″ h x 6-1/4 dia. PROVENANCE: From the Mayhew-Pinkham-Coleman Family Estate of Nantucket, Massachusetts. These families and their descendants were a part of the original families on Nantucket Island, with roots in the 17th century. CONDITION: All items within this group are in generally good condition. Paper documents show a slight discoloration and toning. Marriage certificate missing lower left corner. Brown pedigree with some smudging to ink along with toning. Telescope operational with intact lenses. Small basket with natural patina and good surface. Silver flatware with normal and expected wear and usage marks. Generally good overall. 50779-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2342 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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THE PINKHAM AND BROWN FAMILY ARCHIVES OF NANTUCKET ISLAND.