Weapons, Hunting, and Fishing
Martin Beeson (Maker)
Serota, Ohio, Midwest, United States, North America
1840-1840
Iron; Wood; Brass; Silver
1994.0089
Object Number1994.0089 |
Rifle (Percussion rifle)
Weapons, Hunting, and Fishing
Museum Purchase with funds provided by the Henry Francis du Pont Collectors Circle
Martin Beeson (Maker)
Serota, Ohio, Midwest, United States, North America
Beeson was active in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois between 1830-1865.
1840-1840
1. Signature; Barrel, near breech; "M. Beeson" engraved
2. Mark; Lock; "ASHMORE/ WARRANTED"
3. Inscription; Stock, trough; "Presented to Dr. J. Duncan, 1840, Lancaster, Pa." engraved
Iron; Wood; Brass; Silver
9.75 (H) , 51.25 (L) , 1.87 (W)
24.77 (H) , 130.18 (L) , 4.76 (W)
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