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June 1621, 2018
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LOT 101

Lot 101

Lord Strathcona’s Horse [Royal Canadians] Buffalo Coat and Gauntlets, c.1911

Lord Strathcona’s Horse [Royal Canadians] Buffalo Coat and Gauntlets, c.1911
Lot 101 Details
Lord Strathcona’s Horse [Royal Canadians] Buffalo Coat and Gauntlets, c.1911

with leather button straps, and Canadian military brass buttons signed J.R. Gaunt & Sons Ltd., London
height 45 in — 114.3 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Buffalo coats of a similar pattern were manufactured in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan for military officers and the RCMP working in the north west from the 1890’s until about 1920, and then revived in 1930’s.

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 101
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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