INSIDE THE PARK COLLECTIBLES HOLIDAY AUCTION
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/13/2008
This Carter-Hoffman is a classic. It's of the naval Academy's mascot goat. It is 4" tall and 5.5" long. It has sharp coloring and is in near mint condition.
About the Goat: Bill the Goat is the mascot of the United States Naval Academy. The mascot is a live goat and is also represented by a costumed midshipman. There is also a bronze statue of the goat just inside Gate 1, the main gate to the Academy grounds. This statue also plays a role in "Army Week" traditions.
The first Bill the Goat appeared in 1893. Currently, Bill XXXIII reigns as the 36th mascot and is the 33rd goat to be named Bill. His backup is Bill XXXIV.
50's NAVY "CARTER-HOFFMAN" MASCOT STATUE
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