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LOT 46:
Display Model of The Schooner “Swift," a VA Pilot Boat (1805).
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Sold for: $150
Start price:
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150
Estimated price :
$300 - $600
Buyer's Premium: 20%
sales tax: 5.5%
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Display Model of The Schooner “Swift," a VA Pilot Boat (1805).
Toward the end of the 18th century, "Virginia built" schooners were used as pilot boats from the Delaware Capes to Hatteras. Between 1785 and 1805, these fast and handy vessels were also used by the British and French navies as dispatch boats and tenders. During the American Revolution and the War of 1812, the U.S. government issued privateering commissions to many privately-owned vessels of this type and many captured ones were taken into British service as tenders and dispatch boats. Built by Jim Martin, the 1:48 scale basswood model of this gaff-rigged schooner features a planked and framed hull, standing and running rigging, stitched cloth sails, and numerous other details. Presented on a 14 x 4 inch maple base with brass legend. Overall dimensions: 19 x 21 x 5 inches.
This item is not eligible for in house shipping. We are happy to transfer it to one of our third party shipping partners on your behalf, or we will gladly work with the trucker or shipper of your choice.
