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1.   Tavern signs from even a century ago are hard to find. This rare sign dates back more than two centuries as does the included flamestitch pocketbook which belonged to Ozias Colman, the tavern owner! This one-of-a-kind sign is for the “Ozias Coleman Jnr Inn,” which operated in Fort Ann, in upstate New York, from 1795-1802. The sign comes with Coleman’s brightly colored, flamestitch-woolen pocketbook, embroidered with his full name. In 1781 Ozias Coleman Jun was elected as town assessor, in 1794 he was elected postmaster. He was also the justice of the peace in 1794-1795. In 1795, he opened his tavern in town and operated it until about 1800. In 1802 he was appointed by the State of New York as coroner. The official document making him coroner is included in a companion wallet that comes with the artifact, designed with colorful needlepoint. The wood sign has similar images on both sides. They are the only images ever on this board. Due to exposure to weather and shrinkage, the lettering on the sign is in relief, as the paint protected the surface. The sign retains its original iron hangers, though there is some loss of wood on a bottom scroll. Sign and pocketbook sold together. Measures 35” L x 24.5” W x 2.75” D.	SOLD!
SOLD!	4. Another early leather hat! This early hat has all the appearance of that worn by both the pilgrim fathers and Quakers from Medieval times onwards although I believe it to date probably from the late 17th or18th century. Of domed form with a broad rim it was once probably quite soft, although now as hard as wood. One side has obviously been folded at some time causing a fold line and now split. There are also three small holes that would have had ties to hold it in positions long since lost. Diameter is 13", height is 4".
5.  Large 18th century sheet iron mug in all original condition with iron hanging loop. Wonderful, original, crusty surface with the best patina. 7.25" tall	SOLD!
7. 17th century brass pan chamberstick in old, unpolished surface with wonderful color and patina. Expected wear with some minute splits in brass pan. 14" long x 7.5" in diameter	SOLD!
9. 17th century English Bible box with very rare paint decoration. Carving on sides and front is highlighted with original painted decoration, which is very rare on Bible boxes. Original iron strap hinges. Good, dry surface and all original condition, a truly beautiful and rare survivor. 17.75" deep x 22.5 long x 8" tall	10.   17th or early 18th century lead cat. The head of the cat has received some damage but it is still well attached. On the reverse side it looks as if it has had some form of rest mechanism attached to it or fixing at some time in it's creation. The reverse has been repainted at some point in time. The front seems all original. I had originally thought this could have been a very early Fire Insurance Plaque, but have exhausted all my research to no avail. I am convinced that it is extremely old and possibly from 17th Century. The condition is battered and bruised and has a crack to the neck but it is still firmly attached. History has informed us that Black Cats at this period in time were persecuted and killed and were virtually extinct, this lead to an increase in the vermin population thus spreading the plague and Black Death named because of its black spots that occur on the skin. After this period the general attitude changed and the black cat became a sign of good luck and prosperity. It's 9 inches in height and a width of 5 1/2 inches.
SOLD!	12.   Pair of framed late 18th/early 19th century silk, chenille and paint on silk needleworks depicting a family indoors around their hearth and dining outside their cottage, excellent condition with bright vibrant colors and incredible detail. 20" x 25.5"