A few examples of appraisal values for
OLD IRONSIDES

• CASED MODEL, U.S.S. CONSTITUTION BY
  CASED MODEL, U.S.S. CONSTITUTION BY WALTER C. LEAVITTWalter C. Leavitt (Maine, 20th century), carved wooden ship model of the U.S.S. Constitution (also known as Old Ironsides), fully fitted with three masts, lifeboats, and flags; together with a wood and glass custom showcase. Note: Leavitt was one of the foremost builders of model ships in the first half of the 20th century. His works are in numerous museums, including the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts. He was also featured in the November 1939 Popular Science magazine, p. 141. Ship 24"H x 32"L, case 28"H x 37"L x 14"D. Provenance: the estate of Lucille Svitzer Brady, formerly of Annapolis, Maryland, from the collection of her husband, aviation pioneer Frank B. Brady. Circa 1930. Condition: Overall good condition with small hairline to interior glass of case, minor wear to paint on boat, some possible losses to rigging, flag colors significantly faded.
• SEVEN PAIRS OF BOOKENDS WITH A NAUTICAL
  SEVEN PAIRS OF BOOKENDS WITH A NAUTICAL THEME, AMERICAN...SEVEN PAIRS OF BOOKENDS WITH A NAUTICAL THEME, AMERICAN, 20TH CENTURY, comprising a pair of cast iron painted sailor figurines each marked "ARMOR BRONZE," and each with an Armor Bronze label on the underside; a pair of painted cast iron bookends depicting discovery ships with the Maltese cross on the sails; a pair of bronze bookends in the form of sailing ships; a pair of cast iron bookends in the form of sailing ships each with "Old Ironsides" in raised lettering at top center; a pair of cast iron bookends in the form of sailing ships; a pair of brass-finished cast iron bookends in the form of sailing ships, verso marked with a Z in a square and the number 1500; a pair of bronze bookends in the form of sailing ships with the Maltese cross on the sails; tallest height: 7 1/2''. Condition: There are some chips and losses in the paint and wear, rubbing and scuffs. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.”
• PAIR OF BRASS CLIPPER SHIP BOOKENDSPair
  PAIR OF BRASS CLIPPER SHIP BOOKENDSPair of Brass Clipper Ship Bookends, stamped "Old Ironsides" Height 5.5 in. Condition: Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.
• PAIR OF REVERSE PAINTED GLASS SILHOUETTES
  PAIR OF REVERSE PAINTED GLASS SILHOUETTES "OLD IRONSIDE...Pair of Reverse Painted Glass Silhouettes "Old Ironsides" and "Clipper Ship" , with paper labels of C & A Richards, Boston, Massachusetts; easel back impressed Richards, Made in Germany, banded wood frame 5.75 in. x 7 in. Condition: Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.
• SCALE SHIP MODEL OF U.S.S. CONSTITUTIONcirca
  SCALE SHIP MODEL OF U.S.S. CONSTITUTIONcirca 1960s, representing the U.S.S. Constitution (a.k.a. Old Ironsides, 1797-1812), carved and painted wood model with metal and string fittings/embellishments; in large brass, glass, and wood case with engraved plaque "U.S.S. Frigate Constitution/1797", case 32-1/2 x 42 x 14-1/2 in. Provenance: Sold to Benefit the North Carolina Maritime Museum System Note: This model is accompanied by a file containing the original plans for model builders. Condition: scattered scuffs and minor areas of paint loss, some areas of lifting and retouch to hull sides; case with some surface dirt and accretion to glass
• Clyde Leon Keller (1872-1962 Oregon)
  Clyde Leon Keller (1872-1962 Oregon) ''Old Ironsides at Dock in Portland'' 1938 Oil on Canvas 24''x30'' Image. Signed and dated l.r. Original artist's label on verso. Original gilt framing 28''x34''. Some scratching in sky area.
• LEONARD JOHN PEARCE, (BRITISH, B. 1932),
  LEONARD JOHN PEARCE, (BRITISH, B. 1932), OLD IRONSIDES IN BOSTON HARBOR, OIL ON CANVAS, 24 X 30 IN., FRAME: 27 3/4 X 33 3/4 IN.LEONARD JOHN PEARCE, (British, b. 1932) Old Ironsides in Boston Harbor, oil on canvas signed LJ Pearce lower right oil on canvas Dimensions: 24 x 30 in., frame: 27 3/4 x 33 3/4 in. Condition: Overall good condition. Please note: All property is sold "AS IS" and any statement, whether oral or written, is given as a courtesy and shall not be deemed as a guarantee, warranty, or representation of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibitions, literature or historical relevance of the property or otherwise. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition.
• EARLY 19TH C PERIOD SHIP MODEL OF THE
  EARLY 19TH C PERIOD SHIP MODEL OF THE U.S.S.CONSTITUTION (OLD IRONSIDES). A VERY EARLY SCRATCH BUILT MODEL FOUND IN MASSACHUSETTS. 48" HIGH, 58" LONG. SHOWS VERY MINOR DAMAGE TO RIGGING.
• (33) STERLING SILVER SOUVENIR SPOONS,
  (33) STERLING SILVER SOUVENIR SPOONS, TO INCLUDE:two spoons with the figure of a Native American man, one with an engraved bowl that depicts a volcano "Pocatello ''. Others depicting Washington D. C., Indianapolis, Massachusetts, Lexington (Kentucky) with a horse head, Salem (MA) with a witch and pins, Boston "The Hub'', Jacksonville (FL) with the head of a boy on the handle, Lower New York skyline, Georgia state capitol, two Salem spoons with witch and cat, Redlands (CA) golf spoon, Cottage City with fish handle, San Francisco (CA), Oak Bluffs with Native American man handle, St Louis, Portland Oregon, the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, Baltimore (MD) courthouse, Elyria high school, the Art Institute of Chicago. Along with two Pikes Peak spoons with slightly different scenes and motifs, "Indians Scouting Rapids'', an alphabet baby spoon, a cowboy spoon, 1901 Pan-American Exhibition, 1892 Washington DC national encampment, Old Ironsides, World Columbian Expo, and a Yellowstone Park spoon depicting Old Faithful, a bear, and a stag. Ranging from 2 1/2" to 6 1/8" long. 20.195 total ozt.
• MARSHALL JOHNSON, U.S.S. CONSTITUTION
  MARSHALL JOHNSON, U.S.S. CONSTITUTION PRINT After Marshall Johnson (American, 1850-1921), "U.S. Frigate Constitution 'Old Ironsides' ", vintage color print on paper or board, 27.5"h x 21.5"w (sight), 33.5"h x 27.5"w (frame)
• JOHN STOBART PRINT “USS CONSTITUTION”
  JOHN STOBART PRINT “USS CONSTITUTION” 20TH CENTURY 20” X 25” SIGHT. FRAMED 31” X 37”.JOHN STOBART PRINT "USS CONSTITUTION", 20th Century, "The Celebrated Frigate Preparing to Sail on the Ebb Tide c. 1825". Depicts Old Ironsides off Salem. Signed in pencil lower right "Stobart". Dimensions: 20" x 25" sight. Framed 31" x 37".
• LAMONT ALFRED ‘OLD IRONSIDES’ PRY
  LAMONT ALFRED ‘OLD IRONSIDES’ PRY (AMERICAN, 1921-1987), HARRIS MORTON CIRCUS Paint on cardboard, signed at lower left, framed.
• LAMONT ALFRED ‘OLD IRONSIDES’ PRY
  LAMONT ALFRED ‘OLD IRONSIDES’ PRY (AMERICAN, 1921-1987), HARRIS MORTON CIRCUS Paint on cardboard, signed at lower left, framed.
• USS Constitution "Old Ironsides" Commemorative
  USS Constitution "Old Ironsides" Commemorative Ship with replica 1794 Flowing Hair Silver Dollar, both authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1794, 19-1/2" w x 17" h
• WAR OF 1812 NY STATESMAN NEWSPAPERThursday
  WAR OF 1812 NY STATESMAN NEWSPAPERThursday morning, June 17, 1813, No. 258, Vol 1. Multiple columns describe the official British account of the battle between the USS Constitution and HMS Java. A harrowing description of the battle leading up to the "capture and ultimate destruction" of the Java. The surrender is described by First Lieutenant Ducie Chads "..having a great part of our crew killed and wounded, our bowsprit and three masts gone, several guns useless, we should not be justified in wasting the lives of more of those remaining." This historical newspaper provides a contemporary look at what battle with Old Ironsides entailed. Just a few columns away from this account we see a notice for a meeting for the General Committee of Arrangements regarding "celebrating the 37th anniversary of the American Independence". Showing how the struggles of freedom impacted parts of the population is a notice directly below this advertising "A Mulatto wench 25 years old" for sale. There are many other notices and advertisements of interest including a police report regarding stolen silver, a notice for the sale of items made at the state prison, advertising for the Bank of America, and medicines including mercury administered by Dr. Hive. Approx. 13-1/4" L x 20-1/2" H. Wear commensurate with age, use, and materials. Weakness at folds, uneven edges. See images for detail. This item can be shipped in-house.
• CASED MODEL OF THE U.S.S. "CONSTITUTION"
  CASED MODEL OF THE U.S.S. "CONSTITUTION" SECOND QUARTER OF THE 20TH CENTURY CASE HEIGHT 27.5". LENGTH 39.75". WIDTH 19.75".CASED MODEL OF THE U.S.S. "CONSTITUTION", Second Quarter of the 20th Century, Case's base with quarter-fan and line inlay. Plaque on base marked "The Constitution Old Ironsides". Dimensions: Case height 27.5". Length 39.75". Width 19.75".
• ENGRAVING "U.S. FRIGATE CONSTITUTION,
  ENGRAVING "U.S. FRIGATE CONSTITUTION, OF 44 GUNS" BOSTON, CIRCA 1812 ENGRAVING WITH AQUATINT, 18" X 21". FRAMED 24" X 28".ENGRAVING "U.S. FRIGATE CONSTITUTION, OF 44 GUNS", Boston, Circa 1812, Engraved by Abel Bown after a drawing by William Lynn. Rare broadside depiction of "Old Ironsides". Dimensions: Engraving with aquatint, 18" x 21". Framed 24" x 28".
• BOX MADE FROM WOOD RECLAIMED FROM THE
  BOX MADE FROM WOOD RECLAIMED FROM THE U.S.S "CONSTITUTION" HEIGHT 2.75". WIDTH 7.25". DEPTH 4".BOX MADE FROM WOOD RECLAIMED FROM THE U.S.S "CONSTITUTION", Circular copper plaque mounted on top depicts "Old Ironsides". Dimensions: Height 2.75". Width 7.25". Depth 4".
• Wood Portion From US Frigate Constitution
  Wood Portion From US Frigate Constitution to include a wood portion with plaque reading "this material was taken from the original hull of the U.S Frigate Constitution keel laid 1794 rebuilding 1927" with a medallion at center reading 'Old Ironsides, launched 1797 1804 Tripoli 1812 Guerriere Java, 1815 Cyane Le Vant U.S. Frigate Constitution along with a Navy Pay Corps check, Fourth Naval District Philadelphia PA June 21st, 1917 for $4.00, used to purchase the wood portion as described by consignor.
• AMERICAN PATRIOTIC SCRIMSHAWN BULL WHALE
  AMERICAN PATRIOTIC SCRIMSHAWN BULL WHALE TOOTH WITH US NAVY HISTORIC WOOD MOUNT, OWNED BY AMBASSADOR WATSON Portrait of Franklin with flag and pen, Lafayette with flag and sword, only the flags have color, inscribed "Good Luck Mr. Ambassador, O and T"; on two-part wood mount with note on underside "Dear Mr. Watson - The cocabola base was procured from 'Old Ironsides' while I was stationed at Boston Army Base. The ebony is ballast from Bark 'Wanderer', sunk in 1926." Illegibly signed. 6 3/4" tall tooth alone, 8 1/2" tall overall, 3" x 7 1/4" base. Fine condition.
• (5) BANTHRICO VEHICLE STILL BANKS All
  (5) BANTHRICO VEHICLE STILL BANKS All in Copper Finished Cast Metal, incl: "Old Ironsides" ship, stamped "Rockland Savings & Loan Association" on base, 5 7/8" high; Paddlewheel steamboat, one side stamped "First National Bank, Mt. Clemens", 4" high; Streetcar on incline, front embossed "Citizens Federal Savings" (also marked on base), 3 1/4" high; and (2) Fire pumpers, one stamped on back "Meredith Village Savings Bank, Tri-County Banking, Meredith-Ashland-Moultonboro", 4 1/4" high. Good condition.
• USS CONSTITUTION, OLD IRONSIDES, 4"
  USS CONSTITUTION, OLD IRONSIDES, 4" PIECE OF LIVEoak from the hull of old Ironsides. It is fitted with a copper plaque from the melted copper hull sheath which reads "This material was taken from the original hull of the US Frigate Constitution Keel, laid 1794, rebuilding 1927". 3 3/4" x 2 1/2" x 1 1/2". Along with a matched pair of 24-lb deck cannons, as used aboard Old Ironsides. Made from materials salvaged from the 1927 restoration. They are 3 1/4" in length, and have working barrels which show signs of having been fired. Also included in this lot is a copper spike made by Paul Revere, marked US, and has also been found on the USS New Hampshire and on several ships under Admiral Perry's command in the Great Lakes during the War of 1812. The spike was recovered by Rodney Hilton Brown of the War Museum at Boston Navy Yard. Provenance: Rodney Hilton Brown, The War Museum. Rodney was the Commandant's Advisor to the Commanding Officer of the USS Constitution for cataloging items of historical significance onboard the Constitution.
• USS CONSTITUTION OLD IRONSIDES RELIC,
  USS CONSTITUTION OLD IRONSIDES RELIC, OFFICIALsouvenir copper ashtray, made from copper hull sheathing melted during the 1927 restoration. Embossed design depicting the ship. 6 1/4" x 4 1/2". The funds from these official souvenirs were used to fund the 1927 restoration. Along with a rare black and white photographic print of Old Ironsides at the dock in Boston, showing the ship fully refitted and rigged after the 1927 restoration, 11" x 14". Provenance: Rodney Hilton Brown, The War Museum. Rodney was the Commandant's Advisor to the Commanding Officer of the USS Constitution for cataloging items of historical significance onboard the Constitution.
• 1929 BERKEY AND GAY "OLD IRONSIDES"
  1929 BERKEY AND GAY "OLD IRONSIDES" SIDE TABLE1929 Berkey and Gay "Old Ironsides" Side Table: Single drawer side table, purportedly only 100 of these were made. Plaque inside drawer states "limited edition". Decorated with a relief carved American Eagle, from pine timbers of the Orlop deck of the US Frigate Constitution, launched in 1797 and reconditioned at the Boston Navy Ship yard 1929. Also has Berkley & Gay metal tag inside drawer. Table measures approx. 29" tall x 30" wide x 18 1/8" deep. Table top has crack along the back edge. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• 4PC PIEL CRAFTSMEN & DOWN EAST SHIP
  4PC PIEL CRAFTSMEN & DOWN EAST SHIP MODELS Massachusetts, Maine,20th CenturyIncludes a model of Gertrude L. Thebaud launched 1930 in Essex, Massachusetts and the USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, built in 1797 in Boston, and a model of CSS Shenandoah all by Piel Craftsmen and an unmarked ship painted black and green by Down East Novelties.
• Small folio Currier & Ives hand colored
  Small folio Currier & Ives hand colored lithograph. Titled ''Old Ironsides''. Published by Currier & Ives 152 Nassau St New York. Lower margin reads ''Old Ironsides. Fill her canvas my boys with a full round of cheers from hearts that are sound to the core She's braved the hot whirlwind of battle for years. A flag never struck at her mizzen appears and each rebel with awe her artillery hears; For victory breathes in its roar.''. Condition: not examined out of frame some discoloration & losses see images. Measures 13.75'' tall x 10'' wide (sight). Frame measures 22'' tall x 18'' wide. Shipping weight 4.5 lbs.
• SILVER BOUND SWAGGER STICK- Walnut shaft
  SILVER BOUND SWAGGER STICK- Walnut shaft with silver tip base and two bands; incorporating wood removed from ''Old Ironsides'' U.S.S. Constitution. The cap engraved with the ship's name and the date 1790. L. 25''. Good condition. From the Marvin Sadik Col
• Sailing Ships Cast Iron Doorstops American
  Sailing Ships Cast Iron Doorstops American a cast iron "Old Ironsides" sailing ship doorstop; PLUS a cast iron Clipper Chip No 855 made by National Foundry; largest ht. 10 in.
• PAIR OF HITCHCOCK ARMCHAIRS. Limited
  PAIR OF HITCHCOCK ARMCHAIRS. Limited edition chairs with stenciled splats depicting ''The Charles W. Morgan'' and ''Old Ironsides''. Signed. 35'' h. 18 1/4'' seat h.
• Isaac Hull autograph letter (1773-1843,
  Isaac Hull autograph letter (1773-1843, War of 1812 Captain of the USS Constitution, known as "Old Ironsides", Commodore in the U.S. Navy), ten-line letter dated June 29th, 1819, sent from the Charleston Navy Yard (Boston, Massachusetts), addressed to Commodore John Rodgers (1772-1838), President of the Navy Board, Washington, D.C., discussing the acquisition of materials for two ships under construction, signed "Your Obedient Sevt. [sic] Isaac Hull", 9-3/4 x 11-3/4 in.; modern wood frame. Toning, foxing, fading, creases with separations, stains, minor losses, approximately 8 x 1 in. loss to address leaf, smudges to text and last character of signature as made, not examined out of frame; frame with abrasions.
• Model of USS Constitution, known as
  Model of USS Constitution, known as Old Ironsides, three-masted frigate, wood, string, paint and composition with many figures on deck, made by George W. Alden, early to mid 20th century, in wood and glass case, 26-1/2 x 35-1/2 x 14 in. Minor flaking of paint. Private Collection, Tryon, North Carolina.
• Embossed copper plaque of Old Ironsides,
  Embossed copper plaque of Old Ironsides, embossed Kurt Schoebel, copyright 1931, overall 20" x 27", Mfg Bart Laboratories, Newark, NJ Estimate $200-300