Turquoise scrimshaw-inscribed powder horn with original beaded carrying strap, circa late 18th century, might have seen service during the American Revolution or War of 1812, likely accompanied a trade-rifle along the Mohawk frontier of the mid-late 18th century

length 12 in. x width 4.5 x depth 3.25 in.

Provenance: Property from the personal estate collection of iconic Texas businessman, civic leader and philanthropist Billy Joe Red McCombs (1927-2023) from his home in Olmos Park, Texas; previously on long-term loan to either San Antonio Academy or the Bexar County Courthouse; this lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity as property from the McCombs personal estate