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LOT 350
Rare and Highly Desirable World War I Era
U.S. Navy Curtiss Flying Boat Propeller - This
early style propeller is laminate in construction
and features the distinct cutout for use on the
Curtiss flying boat. The wooden surfaces have
maroon varnish and white paint applied with the
tips of the propeller sheathed in brass which has
been riveted on. While most of the markings on
the propeller are obscured, a visible “U(anchor)S”
marking is clearly legible. The propeller measures
104 1/4”. The Curtiss flying boat is seen by many
as the grandfather of commercial aviation
thanks to its capability to fly across the Atlantic
and ability to carry cargo. Though the Curtiss flying boats purchased by the United States did not take part in the war effort in Europe, it was heavily used to patrol coastal waters for possible U-boats. These U.S. Navy propellers are seldom seen, as reportedly only 20 Curtiss flying boats were procured by the U.S. Navy in total. CONDITION: Very good, retaining 95% textured maroon varnish and 80% white paint with some storage and handling marks, a chip on the right side, and a few patches of flaking on the white paint revealing the attractively aged wood below. The brass tips show an attractive age darkened patina. These United States Navy propellers are seldom seen, this is your chance to get your hands on one of these extremely rare World War I artifacts!
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
LOT 351
Rare Tiffany & Co. Gold New York National Guard 25 Years Faithful Service Medal in Case - The medal has
the New York State Seal and reads “FAITHFUL SERVICE/N.Y.” at the center surrounded by the insignia of the various branches of the New York National Guard. The back side of the medal is stamped “TIFFANY&Co/No 769/FINE GOLD.” It suspends from a golden wreath with “25 YEARS” crossbar on a red ribbon with blue stripes. The medal comes in a red case with “TIFFANY & CO./NEW YORK/PARIS-LONDON” in gold letters inside the lid.
CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with minimal light handling and storage marks. The case is very fine and has some storage wear mainly at the corners.
Estimate: 7,500 - 15,000
LOT 352
Rare and Desirable World War I Era Curtiss Flying Boat Propeller - This early style propeller
is laminate in construction and features the distinct cutout for use on the Curtiss flying boat. The wooden surfaces have a maroon varnish applied with the tips of the propeller sheathed in brass which has been riveted on. The left of propeller is stamped “1/P6698/88X611” and “275-7”. The right shares the “275-7” marking and is also marked “21/CP67662LH”. The propeller measures 104 1/4 inches. The Curtiss flying boat is seen by many as the grandfather of commercial aviation thanks to its capability to fly across the Atlantic and ability to carry cargo. The Curtiss was pressed into service by the British RNAS in a U-boat spotting and at sea rescue role among other wartime roles. These propellers are seldom seen as only 478 Curtiss flying boats were manufactured.
CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% of the maroon textured varnish with some handling marks and edge wear. The brass tips and flush rivets have an attractive dark aged coloration. These propellers are seldom seen, don’t miss out on your opportunity to own not just a part of World War I history, but the history of aviation as a whole!
Estimate: 2,500 - 4,000
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