Navy, Bosco's Baton, 19th Century
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A Bosco’s baton (used by the bosun on a sailing ship, a rank higher thanthe quartermaster) made of braided whale baleen, weighted at bothends with lead balls. The lead balls are covered withsparse rope work; the original braided wrist strap is intact.19th century
Dimensions : 21.5 cm (L.)
Condition report: very good condition for its age, the piece is structurally sound, with some gapsin the rope work covering the ends
A Bosco’s baton (used by the bosun on a sailing ship, a rank higher thanthe quartermaster) made of braided whale baleen, weighted at bothends with lead balls. The lead balls are covered withsparse rope work; the original braided wrist strap is intact.19th century
Dimensions : 21.5 cm (L.)
Condition report: very good condition for its age, the piece is structurally sound, with some gapsin the rope work covering the ends
360 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Condition of use
Reference (ID): 1809084
Availability: In stock
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