North American Auction Company
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Montana Premier March 4th Collector Auction

Sat, Mar 4, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 23

Large Model of Conestoga Wagon Circa. 1930-1970s

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
For your consideration is this large model of the Conestoga wagon made between 1930-1970s. This model wagon had been on display at the Gallatin History Museum on Main Street in Bozeman, Montana for the year of 2022. The Conestoga wagon is a specific design of heavy covered wagons that were used extensively during the late 18th century and early 19th century in the eastern United States and Canada. It was large enough to transport loads up to 5.4 tons and was drawn by horses, mules or oxen. The Conestoga wagon was built with its floor curved upward to prevent the contents from tipping and shifting. Including its tongue, the average Conestoga wagon was 18 feet long, 11 feet high and 4 feet in width. The wagon model features the iconic curved canvas top and is constructed completely of wood. It features a small wood bull horn and model rifle on the front for decoration and two canvas bags on the bag tied to the wagon. One side of the wagon features a wood barrel and the other side, a plow tool and more storage area. The front of the wagon has the tongue and the hook-ups for being pulled by horses, mules or oxen. The tongue moves freely from side to side turning the front wheels with ease. The inside of the wagon has a small bench for sitting and features the brake level which moves the brakes onto the back set of wheels. The wheels spin freely and are lined on the outside with a thin sheet of metal for extra strength and protection. This model wagon is in very good condition and shows no signs of damage. There is slight wear from its age, but this gives the wagon its authentic, vintage look. The wagon measures 41 1/2" L x 17" W x 25 1/2" H.*