Fall Antique Cane Auction

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144: 144. Sporting Day Cane- Mid-19th Century-A pistol

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Johnson City, TN, United States

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Fall Antique Cane Auction

Kimball M. Sterling Inc. TFL-1915

Over 200 canes and erotic carving in this presentation. Dress, sword,gun, silver and gold and much more. The erotic ivories are some of the best we have ever presented. You may see a wonderful pdf. catalogue on our website. Just Google us and you will find it.Join us for this auction

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73. Silver Eagle Dress Cane- Ca. 1920-A well molded: 73. Silver Eagle Dress Cane- Ca. 1920-A well molded crook silver handle with an eagle head, ebony shaft and a brass ferrule. Silver hallmarks, makers marks and engraved initials. -H. 4 ¾" x 4 ½",

0073: 73. Silver Eagle Dress Cane- Ca. 1920-A well moldedEst. US$500-US$800

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74. Ivory Rabbit Cane- 19th Century-Long eared ivor: 74. Ivory Rabbit Cane- 19th Century-Long eared ivory rabbit head with large eyes, wide engine turned silver collar finely engraved "G. Noon Hinckley", full bark malacca shaft and a metal ferrule. -H.

0074: 74. Ivory Rabbit Cane- 19th Century-Long eared ivorEst. US$1,300-US$1,800

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75. Brigg Ivory Dog Cane-Ca. 1880-A wonderful carve: 75. Brigg Ivory Dog Cane-Ca. 1880-A wonderful carved French Bulldog with muzzle, cut ears and beaded glass eyes, wide silver collar stamped "BRIGG & SONS LONDON", hardwood shaft and a horn ferrule-H.

0075: 75. Brigg Ivory Dog Cane-Ca. 1880-A wonderful carveEst. US$700-US$1,000

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76. Decorative Day Cane-Late 19th Century-Bone and: 76. Decorative Day Cane-Late 19th Century-Bone and horn handle topped by a prone wooden rabbit, flamed rosewood shaft with metal collar and a bone ferrule.-H. 4 ¾" x 1 ¾", O.L. 35 ¼"-$800-$1,200

0076: 76. Decorative Day Cane-Late 19th Century-Bone andEst. US$800-US$1,200Lot Passed

77. Agate Dress Cane-Early 20th Century-The polishe: 77. Agate Dress Cane-Early 20th Century-The polished Milord handle of a natural gray color and subtle foggy structure, ebony shaft with a plain silver collar and a horn ferrule- H. 2 ½" x 1", O.L.

0077: 77. Agate Dress Cane-Early 20th Century-The polisheEst. US$500-US$700Lot Passed

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78. French Bird Cane-Late 19th Century-A beautiful: 78. French Bird Cane-Late 19th Century-A beautiful horn handle carved as cockatiel head with crest and glass eyes, gilt metal collar and slender ebony shaft with a metal ferrule-H. 1 ½" x 1 ¼",

0078: 78. French Bird Cane-Late 19th Century-A beautifulEst. US$300-US$500

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79. Ivory Elizabeth I Cane-Circa 1880-A large finel: 79. Ivory Elizabeth I Cane-Circa 1880-A large finely carved ivory handle with two color eyes which has been carved both front and back, lanyard hole, 1" ebony shaft and a bi-metal ferruled-H. 3 ¼" x

0079: 79. Ivory Elizabeth I Cane-Circa 1880-A large finelEst. US$1,700-US$2,000Lot Passed

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80. Ivory Dog Sword Cane-Circa 1865-An American ivo: 80. Ivory Dog Sword Cane-Circa 1865-An American ivory carved handle which is inked Boston, 15" blued and gilded blade with locking mechanism, malacca shaft and a horn ferrule-H. 3 ½" x 4 ½", O.L.

0080: 80. Ivory Dog Sword Cane-Circa 1865-An American ivoEst. US$1,000-US$1,200

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81. Golfers Cane-Early 20th Century-A silver-plate: 81. Golfers Cane-Early 20th Century-A silver-plate handle, wire wrapped flexible shaft and a metal ferrule-H. 2 ¼" x 2", O.L. 34 ¼"-$100-$200

0081: 81. Golfers Cane-Early 20th Century-A silver-plateEst. US$100-US$200

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82. Arts and Crafts Day Cane-A fun cane with a tran: 82. Arts and Crafts Day Cane-A fun cane with a translucent gold speckled disc atop, ivory and horn spacers, stacked leather disc and a brass ferrule-H. 1 ¾" x 1 ¼", O.L. 32 ½"-$400-$450

0082: 82. Arts and Crafts Day Cane-A fun cane with a tranEst. US$400-US$450Lot Passed

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83. Gutta Percha Dress Cane-Circa 1880-An unusual d: 83. Gutta Percha Dress Cane-Circa 1880-An unusual dragon type of animal perched on a limb, beaded silver collar, mahogany shaft and n ivory ferrule-H. 4 ¼" x 5 ¼", O.L. 36 ½"-$700-$900

0083: 83. Gutta Percha Dress Cane-Circa 1880-An unusual dEst. US$700-US$900

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84. Asian Ivory Dress Cane-Circa 1890-A carved ape: 84. Asian Ivory Dress Cane-Circa 1890-A carved ape with two color glass eyes which is reaching from the talons to grab a lizard with two color glass eyes, white metal collar, ebonized shaft and a

0084: 84. Asian Ivory Dress Cane-Circa 1890-A carved apeEst. US$1,000-US$1,300

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85. Staghorn Asian Cane-Circa 1890-A large carved a: 85. Staghorn Asian Cane-Circa 1890-A large carved ape which is attempting to catch a small crab, silver ribbon collar, cherry tree bark shaft and no ferrule-H. 6 ½" x 1 ½", O.L. 40"-$500-$700

0085: 85. Staghorn Asian Cane-Circa 1890-A large carved aEst. US$500-US$700

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86. Carved Ivory Peasant Cane-Circa 1890-A nicely c: 86. Carved Ivory Peasant Cane-Circa 1890-A nicely carved young gentleman, rich malacca shaft with the initials A.G. in gold attached and a horn ferrule-H. 5" x 1 ¾", O.L. 36"-$1,000-$1,500

0086: 86. Carved Ivory Peasant Cane-Circa 1890-A nicely cEst. US$1,000-US$1,500

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87. Ivory System Stick-Circa 1890-A unique carved i: 87. Ivory System Stick-Circa 1890-A unique carved ivory gargoyle with two color glass eyes whose mouth doubles as a cigarette holder, ornate brass collar, ebony shaft and a horn ferrule-H. 4 ½" x 1

0087: 87. Ivory System Stick-Circa 1890-A unique carved iEst. US$1,500-US$2,000Lot Passed

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88. Ivory Phrenology Cane-19th Century-This is an a: 88. Ivory Phrenology Cane-19th Century-This is an authentic cane of this type from a very early private collection, detailing and descriptions can be seen throughout the head and the collar. It is in

0088: 88. Ivory Phrenology Cane-19th Century-This is an aEst. US$2,500-US$3,500

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89. Ivory and Gauntlet Telescope Cane-Circa 1880-A: 89. Ivory and Gauntlet Telescope Cane-Circa 1880-A very unique example with a working one draw telescope with ivory and brass mounts, damascene style decoration on a cast bell bronze gauntlet,

0089: 89. Ivory and Gauntlet Telescope Cane-Circa 1880-AEst. US$1,400-US$1,800Lot Passed

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90. Folk-Art Cow Cane-Early 20th Century-An America: 90. Folk-Art Cow Cane-Early 20th Century-An American carved and painted Guernsey cow, hardwood shaft and no ferrule-H. 5 ¼" x 3 3/4," O.L. 34 ½"-$500-$600

0090: 90. Folk-Art Cow Cane-Early 20th Century-An AmericaEst. US$500-US$800

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91. Ivory Snake-A-Gator Cane-Dated 1869-A carved tw: 91. Ivory Snake-A-Gator Cane-Dated 1869-A carved twin creature with nice patina monogrammed and dated silver band, maple shaft and no ferrule-H. 3" x 1 ¼", O.L. 36"-$700-$900

0091: 91. Ivory Snake-A-Gator Cane-Dated 1869-A carved twEst. US$700-US$900

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92. Ivory Lovers Cane-Circa 1840-A fully carved han: 92. Ivory Lovers Cane-Circa 1840-A fully carved handle done in the utmost of quality, gold filled ornate collar, ebony shaft and a metal ferrule-H. 5 ½" x 1 ½", O.L. 39"-$1,800-$2,200

0092: 92. Ivory Lovers Cane-Circa 1840-A fully carved hanEst. US$1,800-US$2,200Lot Passed

93. Folk-Art Carved Cane-Circa 1900-A one piece car: 93. Folk-Art Carved Cane-Circa 1900-A one piece carved cane with various oak leafs and acorns, stylized natural grown burl handle and no ferrule-O.L. 37 ½"-$200-$300

0093: 93. Folk-Art Carved Cane-Circa 1900-A one piece carEst. US$200-US$300Lot Passed

94. Folk-Art Dog Cane-Late 19th Century-A carved on: 94. Folk-Art Dog Cane-Late 19th Century-A carved one piece cherry branch with two color glass eyes and a brass ferrule-H. 3" x 2", O.L. 33 ½"-$500-$600

0094: 94. Folk-Art Dog Cane-Late 19th Century-A carved onEst. US$500-US$600Lot Passed

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95. Ivory Skeleton Sword Cane-Late 19th Century-One: 95. Ivory Skeleton Sword Cane-Late 19th Century-One piece carved ivory handle which has an over spray, 17" two sided blade, thick bamboo shaft and a metal ferrule-H. 4 ¼" x 1 ½", O.L. 33

0095: 95. Ivory Skeleton Sword Cane-Late 19th Century-OneEst. US$1,000-US$1,400

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96. Delicate Ivory Sword Cane-Circa 1875-A nicely c: 96. Delicate Ivory Sword Cane-Circa 1875-A nicely carved ivory handle with roses and shield, probably once being a defensive weapon for a lady of the night, ornate gold filled collar and 10" fancy

0096: 96. Delicate Ivory Sword Cane-Circa 1875-A nicely cEst. US$1,000-US$1,200

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Johnson City, TN, United States

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Terms and Conditions Check, Echeck ,bankwire or cash. A 20% buyers premium will be added to the hammer price as part of the sale price. We reserve the right to hold purchases until the buyers checks clears if the buyer is not known by us. Paypal is accepted from international bidders only with Echeck. Credit cards are not accepted for cane purchases. Bank letter of credit is acceptable.Kimball M. Sterling, Inc. has endeavored to catalog and describe the property correctly. All property is sold as is and the neither the auction company or the consignor will be responsible for descriptions, genuineness, provenance or condition of the property. No statement in the catalog made orally at the sale or otherwise shall be deemed to be a warranty, representation, or an assumption of liability.We have been in business for over 20 years and intend to have another good 20 years.We have had great sucess in working out any problems that might arise. Call for a condition report or email for additional photos. In the event of any dispute between bidders, the auctioneer shall have total discretion to determine the successful bidder, in which his determination shall be final or to re-offer and resale the article in dispute. Title of the item or items purchased by the bidder will pass at the fall of the gavel according to the UCC laws. This is not an approval auction. Principal auctioneer: Kimball M. Sterling #2467. B. Elizabeth Sterling, auctioneer # 5757. Firm Kimball M Sterling Inc. TFL-1915 We will also be glad to hold your purchase for pick up. Kimball M. Sterling, Inc. will not be held responsible for bids not received in time for the auction or slow Internet bids. We will not be responsible for items left on our location for over 30 days. Sale will be conducted at 125 West Markert Street, Johnson City, Tennessee37604. Announcements day of the sale take precedence over pre-sale advertising. Any litigation that pertains to this auction will be conducted in the County Of Washington in Tennessee and is agreed upon by registering for this auction. Airport is the Tri-Cities Airport, which is approximately 20 miles from the gallery. Internet catalog and live bidding available at our website. Best Western Hotel: 423-282-2126. Ask for Sterling rate. Please call for condition report on sale lots or email us. We do send out multiple photos by email of any lot in the auction .By registering for this auction you accept the terms of this auction. Payment must be received within 7 days of the auction. Condition report can be addressed by a phone call or an email. We do have an import export permit and can ship legal ivory overseas. The buyer will pay cost of CITES permits, shipping to a bonded warehouse in the United States,inspection cost by wildlife agents, then shipping to the final destination. All of the cost must be paid upfront. We now have an agent that does this for the buyer.We do not do it in-house If we ship your ivory or other protected species overseas we must do CITES permits. If you choose to have someone else ship your canes it will be up to you and the other party.As per your direction we can deliver those canes for you to another party in the United States. Please visit the CITES website for information on the transportation of personal items. Our Bank wire Information: Beneficiary Bank Wells Fargo Bank, NA 1740 Broadway 2nd floor Denver, Co 80274 Beneficiary SWIFT WFBIUS6S Beneficiary customer First Community Bank, NA Beneficiary number 051501299 For Further Credit instructions Kimball M. Sterling, Inc Escrow account 125 West Market St. Johnson City Tn 37604 account number 0000404202

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This auction begins at 1:00 (10:00 Pacific) Eastern time on Saturday November 12th .