GROUP OF ITEMS FROM MARGARET CUSTER CALHOUN.

GROUP OF ITEMS FROM MARGARET CUSTER CALHOUN. Group consists of a small leather coin purse measuring approx 2-1/4″ x 2-1/4 “, a gold love token measuring approx 9/16″ in diameter, and a photograph alleged to be that of Elizabeth Custer. The photograph is contained in a red leatherette case measuring approx 2-1/2” square. Margaret Custer, sister of George A. Custer, was married to Lt. James Calhoun, 7th Cavalry, killed at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, June 25, 1876. Margaret Calhoun represents a particularly tragic figure as she lost in the battle not only her husband but three brothers and a nephew as well. CONDITION: The purse is in good condition, the leather still pliable. The gold token appears to be in near excellent condition. The glass covered photographic image appears fairly clear, and the case is in fair or better condition with some deterioration of the covering material. 4-32396 DM18 (1,000-2,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

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.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2065	$780.00	GROUP OF ITEMS FROM MARGARET CUSTER CALHOUN. Group consists of a small leather coin purse measuring approx 2-1/4″ x 2-1/4 “, a gold love token measuring approx 9/16″ in diameter, and a photograph alleged to be that of Elizabeth Custer. The photograph is contained in a red leatherette case measuring approx 2-1/2” square. Margaret Custer, sister of George A. Custer, was married to Lt. James Calhoun, 7th Cavalry, killed at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, June 25, 1876. Margaret Calhoun represents a particularly tragic figure as she lost in the battle not only her husband but three brothers and a nephew as well. CONDITION: The purse is in good condition, the leather still pliable. The gold token appears to be in near excellent condition. The glass covered photographic image appears fairly clear, and the case is in fair or better condition with some deterioration of the covering material. 4-32396 DM18 (1,000-2,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 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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