Description

Peep
Nantucket, MA, c. 1890
7 1/2 in. long

This peep exhibits painted eyes, pronounced wing paint, and a delicate split tail. Important rigmates were collected by Donal C. O'Brien Jr. and Robert Congdon on Nantucket, and at least one example resided in the collection of Dr. James M. McCleery.
Original paint with even gunning wear, some flaking and residue to right side, and a replaced bill.

Condition

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Dimensions

3 x 7.5 x 1.75 in

Weight

2 lb

Peep

Lot 0529

Estimate $1,000-$2,000Jul 10, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

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