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Lot of three (3) powder flasks with attributed ownership to famous Alaskan pioneer and con man Soapy

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:NA Estimated At:1,000.00 - 2,000.00 USD
Lot of three (3) powder flasks with attributed ownership to famous Alaskan pioneer and con man Soapy
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Lot of three (3) powder flasks with attributed ownership to famous Alaskan pioneer and con man Soapy Smith. These flasks have long been know to collectors and are pictured in Soapy Smith King of the Con Men by Robertson and Harris. One Hawksley shotgun flask with adjustable charger, 2-3/4 drams of powder, measuring approx. 8” from tip to end. The body of the flask engraved “To Bill Cody, from Soapy”. One Donnelley, San Francisco, California, patented powder can with screw top. One somewhat crude American made primitive powder flask with tin body and brass top, crudely soldered, with spring release. The three flasks are in good condition and show patina finish. Est.: $1,000-$2,000