SILVER MOUNTED SCOTTISH 18TH CENTURY POWDER HORN.

This is a simple but nicely executed silver mounted horn in the Scottish fashion. The hardwood plug of this horn is turned with concentric circles. The plug end has a 1/2" silver border with decorative, engraved scalloping and a tool line. There is also a capped 1 3/4" silver spout with a sliding lid and knob. A silver band with carrying ring is located 2 3/4" below the spout decoration. This horn measures 13 inches overall. Condition is very good. Missing approximately 1-1/2" of scalloped decoration on plug band. A 1-1/4" hairline crack is present on the plug. PROVENANCE: Ex. Walter O'Connor Collection.