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19MI-36 FIELD GLASSES

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:90.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
19MI-36 FIELD GLASSES
Early 19th century American made military style brass field glasses. According to the consignor, the glasses were present when Billy the Kid was killed by Pat Garrett and there is a hand written note to that effect. The note reads, “Grandpa McDonnall used these glasses when Billy the Kid was killed by Pat Garrett.” There is no additional information on the identity of “Grandpa McDonnell.” The field glasses are in goodoverall condition with a hand engraved “DAY & NIGHT” marking. The glasses include sun shades and a period hand stitched leather case showing considerable age. A nice, seldom encountered pair of American madefield glasses with an interesting story that bears further research. Est.: $300-$600.