Horn Flask
Horn Flask
$350.00
Extensive scrimshaw detail-
around stopper: Compass border, Maltese cross, stars, fleur de lis, tiny winged demon with star.
side: the words ALL FOR MY JOLLY SAILOR BOLD and detailed carving of a twin tailed mermaid, carrying a flask of grog and a pint of ale.
bottom: Compass star.
side: the word RUM in Old English script, the crown and initials GR (George Rex), followed by 2 1/2 GILLS (a measurement of rum) and a stylized anchor.
Both ends of flask encircled by rope.
Flask has a turned wooden stopper carved with skull, & metal hardware attached for a strap.
3 x 4 x 5.5 in