Lot 517

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Description:

A U.S. NAVY BUREAU OF SHIPS BRASS 6 3/4 BINNACLE, CIRCA 1942, BY THE LIONEL CORPORATION, NEW YORK, the domed cap opening with two ball finials and doors to a wet compass with a fleur-de-lis north point, the dial framed by a brass circular frame marked, "U.S. Navy Bu. Ships Mark 2 786 1942 The Lionel Corporation N.Y." on a cylindrical base with an attached plate marked, "U.S. Navy Bureau of Ships 6 3/4 binnacle serial 2310 Contract No N 1715-58602 C.G. Conn Ltd Elkhard Indiana." Height: 13" Diameter: 12" Provenance: Collection of the late Captain Harrison Smith, Galveston, Texas.

    Condition:
  • Some mild dents intermittently throughout to the brass, one lid lock now lacking, otherwise very good condition. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."

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February 26, 2017 1:00 PM CST
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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
$200,000 + $25,000