IMPORTANT JOHN BROWN SHARPS.

IMPORTANT JOHN BROWN SHARPS. SN 17619. Cal. .52. 21” rnd bbl. This saddle ring carbine was one of ten in case 689, purchased by the New England Immigrant Aid Society & shipped to Kansas in 1856. This was part of the well known shipments of carbines, known as Beecher’s Bibles, to John Brown for use by the Anti-Slave Forces in Bleeding Kansas. These saw rough service and are usually not found in good condition. The meaning of the “JPC” marking on the left side of the grip is not known at this time. CONDITION: Strong traces of blue at the rear of the bbl; otherwise mostly gray patina with scattered light surface rust and pitting. Brass has a mellow patina; stock has normal dents and scratches and two small cracks at the toe. Mechanically fine. 4-54553 FS71 (5,000-10,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2005

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
	631	$0.00	IMPORTANT JOHN BROWN SHARPS. SN 17619. Cal. .52. 21” rnd bbl. This saddle ring carbine was one of ten in case 689, purchased by the New England Immigrant Aid Society & shipped to Kansas in 1856. This was part of the well known shipments of carbines, known as Beecher’s Bibles, to John Brown for use by the Anti-Slave Forces in Bleeding Kansas. These saw rough service and are usually not found in good condition. The meaning of the “JPC” marking on the left side of the grip is not known at this time. CONDITION: Strong traces of blue at the rear of the bbl; otherwise mostly gray patina with scattered light surface rust and pitting. Brass has a mellow patina; stock has normal dents and scratches and two small cracks at the toe. Mechanically fine. 4-54553 FS71 (5,000-10,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2005 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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