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1115: Bronze signal cannon from the yacht "Colonia" c.11180A: Corsair Launch1155: J. Pierpont Morgan's Tiffany cigar cutter
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Possessions of JP Morgan from Corsair 1890

Historically important items from JP Morgans 1890 yacht. 220 pieces of Mintons china owned by JP Morgan for use on his 1890 yacht Corsair. Each piece has the Mintons stamp of a red circle with a crown which represents the manufacturing period of 1873 - 1912. This china was used to entertain guests and friends such as Mark Twain, Thomas Edison,Theodore Roosevelt, William Randolph Hearst, Joseph Pulitzer, Henry Ford etc... Other Morgan owned items in the sale will include a silver Tiffany ashtray and cigar cutter bearing the Morgan crest of a crescent moon and star, a set of ivory poker chips from Corsair by Black Starr and Frost, a magnificent custom silver dolphin lamp, photos of the steam yacht Corsair and many other important possessions of JP Morgan. The spectacular 30' tender, built by Herreshoff, from the port side of Corsair III will be a feature item. The auction will also include elegant nautical antiques including 40 model boats, lanterns and light fixtures, prints, paintings, game tables, furniture and gentlemen’s antiques.
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3 Piece Flagship Corsair Place Setting: Mintons Flagship Dinner Plate, 10 1/4", Flagship Consomme Bowl, 8", Flagship Dessert Plate 7 3/4" from the Flagship Corsair. The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim
1089: 3 Piece Flagship Corsair Place SettingEst. $3,000-$5,000
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Flagship Corsair Scalloped Serving Platter: Oval, Scalloped Edge Platter 11" x 8 1/2" from the Flagship Corsair. The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Top, inside edge of platter has the New
1090: Flagship Corsair Scalloped Serving PlatterEst. $1,500-$1,700
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Two Crystal Stem Cordial Glasses, Corsair: Two, Crystal Stem Cordial Glasses by Dorflinger, 4 1/2" tall x 2 1/2" wide from J. Pierpont Morgan's Corsair. Faceted glass has "Corsair" etched directly onto glass along with the signature Morgan
1091: Two Crystal Stem Cordial Glasses, CorsairEst. $2,000-$3,000
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Flagship Corsair Tea Cup and Saucer: Flagship Tea Cup 3" x 2" & Flagship Saucer, 5" diameter from Flagship Corsair . The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Outside of cup & top, inside
1092: Flagship Corsair Tea Cup and SaucerEst. $1,000-$1,250
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Mintons Consomme Bowl, Flagship Corsair: Flagship Corsair Consomme Bowl, 8 1/2" diameter. The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Top, inside edge has the New York Yacht Club burgee and the
1093: Mintons Consomme Bowl, Flagship CorsairEst. $800-$1,000
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Flagship Corsair Fruit Bowl, Mintons: Scalloped Flagship Corsair Fruit Bowl, 9 1/2" x 5". The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Top, inside edge of bowl has the New York Yacht Club
1095: Flagship Corsair Fruit Bowl, MintonsEst. $600-$800
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Flagship Corsair Vegetable Side Bowl: Flagship Corsair Vegetable Side Plate Bowl, 6". The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Inside top of bowl has the New York Yacht Club burgee and
1096: Flagship Corsair Vegetable Side BowlEst. $700-$900
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Flagship Corsair Bone Plate: Crescent Shaped Flagship Corsair Bone Plate, 9". The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Top of plate has the New York Yacht Club burgee and the
1097: Flagship Corsair Bone PlateEst. $600-$800
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Pair of solid brass companionway lamps: Pair of heavy brass companionway lamps with cast and highly polished brass hoods. Protective cages and mounting yokes. Fitted with a/c sockets and cords. Shade diameter is 8 1/2". Overall height
1098: Pair of solid brass companionway lampsEst. $350-$450
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Monumental copper and brass beacon light.: Beacon light with brass maker's tag "Patent Lighting Co., Ltd. Hayes, England". Highly polished copper and brass fixture is mounted to an iron base painted red. Thick cut glass lenses in a bronze
1098A: Monumental copper and brass beacon light.Est. $7,000-$10,000
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John Alden yacht Malabar X.: Cased model of the Maine built schooner yacht Malabar X. The carved hull carries a planked and caulked deck which carries a long trunk cabin, sunken cockpit, skylights, wheel, binnacle, winches
1099A: John Alden yacht Malabar X.Est. $2,500-$3,500
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Corsair Flagship Dessert Plate: Corsair Flagship Dessert Plate, 7 3/4". The Minton's china has the Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Top of plate has the NYYC Burgee and the Commodore's flag of a white anchor and
1100: Corsair Flagship Dessert PlateEst. $600-$800Lot Passed
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Flagship Corsair Bone Plate: Crescent Shaped Flagship Corsair Bone Plate, 9". The Minton's china has the J. Pierpont Morgan signature navy blue trim with gold accents. Top of plate has the New York Yacht Club burgee and the
1102: Flagship Corsair Bone PlateEst. $600-$800
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Yacht photo by Rosenfeld & Sons: Framed yacht photo by Morris Rosenfeld & Sons showing a yawl under full sail cruising through calm waters. With stamp on reverse, Morris Rosenfeld & Sons photographic illustrators 116 Nassau Street
1105: Yacht photo by Rosenfeld & SonsEst. $1,000-$2,000
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Antique yacht binnacle with compass.: Superb late nineteenth century yacht binnacle with gimbaled compass. Compass card is signed Ritchie Boston, USA. Brass compass ring is hallmarked with four separate dates which would indicate
1106: Antique yacht binnacle with compass.Est. $2,500-$3,000
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Model of speedboat Miss England II: Cased model of the competition speedboat Miss England II. Details include dashboard with instruments and controls, hand painted artwork on the hull, mounted into a glass and mahogany showcase. 43"
1107: Model of speedboat Miss England IIEst. $1,200-$1,600
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Perko skylight yacht binnacle: Early 20th century yacht binnacle by Perkins Marine lamp corporation of Brooklyn New York, Perko. Fitted with a gimbaled marine compass by E.S. Ritchie and Sons of Boston. Serial number 108014.
1109: Perko skylight yacht binnacleEst. $1,200-$1,500
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Vintage pond yacht with sails: Early pond yacht with lead keel, suit of sails, and many brass fittings. 60" long x 14" wide x 68" high
1109A: Vintage pond yacht with sailsEst. $1,500-$2,000
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