CHARLEVILLE CONVERTED MUSKET. Cal. 70. 44-3/4” bbl. French proof marks are the only other markings on the gun. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with moderate to heavy surface rust. Stock has been chipped, cut and refinished, with several new cracks developing. 4-56912 FS189 (1,500-2,500)

CONVERTED BRITISH THIRD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET. Cal. 69. 39” rnd bbl. Dated “1813” on the lockplate with heavy continental type bolster conversion. Marked “BW656” on top of the bbl and “N1525” on the left counterplate. There are also numerous letters stamped into the wood along with an East India Company mark. CONDITION: Gray patina with pitting. Wood has some minor repairs. Mechanically good. 4-57055 (700-1,000)

ENFIELD MODEL 1853 TYPE MUSKET WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. Cal. 60. 39” rnd bbl. Lockplate is stamped with a crown over “Sp. & Sr.”. There is an American eagle inlayed into the left side of the stock and a hole drilled in the left cheekpiece. This is equipped with a folded canvas sling with one hook. The bayonet and scabbard are standard Enfield. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall. Wood has normal handling marks. Sling is stained along the edges and some damage at each of the holes. Bayonet and scabbard are fine. 4-56324 FS159 (2,000-3,000)

WHITNEY CONVERSION MUSKET WITH SOUTH CAROLINA MARKINGS AND BAYONET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated 1833 on the lockplate and bbl tang. “LS” cartouche on the left side of the stock. “S.CAROLINA” is stamped on top of the bbl. Besides the regular US inspector marks this has “IC” on the left side of the bbl and stock and “34” on the buttplate and bbl bands. The bayonet does not fit well as the lug has been removed from the top of the bbl. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina with light to moderate pitting. Wood is sharp. Action is fine. 4-57245 FS241 (3,000-4,000)

NIPPES CONVERTED MODEL 1840 MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Replaced ramrod. Dated “1845” on the lockplate. Cartouches are faintly visible. CONDITION: Light pitting. Crack at the wrist. Mechanically good. 4-57058 (650-850)

POMEROY MODEL 1830 BELGIAN CONVERSION MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated “1831” on lockplate and bbl band. “EB / 2” and “FM” cartouches on the left side of the stock. Standard Pomeroy markings on the lockplate. Ramrod is not original. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina. Wood is fine with sharp edges and normal handling marks. Mechanically fine. 4-57059 (700-1,100)

HEWES & PHILIPS CONVERSION OF A SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1820 MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Has the standard Springfield markings on the lockplate. Rear 1-1/8” of the bbl has been cut off and new breech plug assembly installed. This has the “H & P” marking on the outer edge. There are miscellaneous stamps, possibly associated with the conversion, on various parts. Breech plug is dated 1862. Bayonet is standard. CONDITION: Metal has been professional cleaned to bright and has a nice appearance. Stock has been repaired and refinished, maintaining sharp edges. Mechanically fine. 4-56315 FS156 (1,500-2,000)

CONVERTED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1816 MUSKET. SN 58. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. The lockplate is dated 1816. The rear of the bbl was cut off and a new breech plug installed. It is marked “CITY / OF / PHILADA / A.WURFFLEIN”. The SN is on the bbl and the top of the converted lockplate. There are heavy vice marks at the rear of the bbl. “EB / 3” cartouche on the left side of the stock along with the number “23”. The nipple is missing, and the hammer is an incorrect replacement. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with light pitting. Wood is solid with minor chips and gouges. Mechanically needs work. 4-57240 FS178 (1,000-2,000)

FINE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1863 MUSKET WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. Cal. 58. 40” part oct bbl. Dated 1863 on lock and bbl. “HGH” and “ESA” cartouches on the left side of the stock, the latter only partially readable. Bayonet and scabbard are for an Enfield rifle and slightly loose on this gun. Frog of the scabbard is surcharged “OHIO” but the same mark does not appear on the stock. Bbl and bbl bands have been blued. Ramrod is a replica. CONDITION: Brilliant casehardening colors on the lockplate. Bright colors on the trigger guard and buttplate. About 90% of reblue on the bbl and bbl bands remains. Bayonet has a gray/brown patina. Scabbard is scuffed and chipped. Mechanically fine. 4-56325 FS146 (2,000-3,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1861 RIFLE MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 58. NSN. 40” part oct bbl. Bayonet is from an Enfield and is missing the scabbard. Dated “1861” on the lockplate. Bbl markings have been removed. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned to bright. Stock has been broken through the wrist and repaired. Lock is fine. 4-56948 (500-1,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1863 RIFLE MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 58. NSN. 40” part oct bbl. Standard bayonet missing the scabbard. CONDITION: Faint casehardening colors on the lockplate and hammer. Balance of the metal has been cleaned with some light pitting remaining. Stock has been cleaned and re-oiled. Mechanically good. 4-57373 X104 (1,000-1,500)

NORWICH MODEL 1861 CONTRACT RIFLE. Cal. 58. NSN. 40″ part oct bbl. Dated “1865” on the tail of the lockplate and “1864” on top of the bbl. There is no cartouche on the wood, but script initials “AGJ”, have been stamped on the upper left of the bbl with the proof marks. Bbl tang is not centered on the bbl. CONDITION: Gray patina with light pitting overall. Vice marks on the bbl and tang. Wood has minor chips and cracks. Mechanically needs adjustment. 4-56913 FS204 (800-1,500)

ROBINSON MODEL 1863 RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 50. NSN. 40” part oct bbl. Marked “E. ROBINSON” in an arc over “NEW YORK” at the front of the lockplate. This marking is much deeper than the eagle and date and is possibly re stamped. Dated “1864” on the lockplate, “1863” on the bbl. There is a partial cartouche on the left side of the stock. Rear sight is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with signs of cleaning of the bbl. Lockplate is pitted, but the hammer and bolster have little pitting. Wood generally good. 4-56855 (750-1,250)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1863 RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 58. 40” part oct bbl. Dated “1864” on lock and bbl. Cartouches are faintly visible but not readable. CONDITION: Metal parts have been cleaned to bright with sharp edges remaining. Edges on the wood have been rounded slightly and many dents and scratches remain. Mechanically good. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55701 FS154 (1,000-1,500)

COLT SPECIAL MODEL 1861 RIFLE MUSKET WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. Cal. 58. 40” part oct bbl. Dated 1862 on the lock and bbl. “F.C” inspector marks on the left side of the bbl but not on the stock. Bayonet is correct. Scabbard has an “R. NECE” maker’s stamp and large “Laidley” inspector marks. Tip of the scabbard is broken off but is present. CONDITION: Fine to excellent. There is a coating of dried grease on all of the metal but it appears to be unused. Stock is only roughly finished with sanding marks and rounded edges. Bayonet is bright. Scabbard is scuffed as well as broken. Mechanically fine. 4-56328 FS147 (2,500-3,500)

BUTTERFIELD CONVERSION HARPERS FERRY MUSKET WITH BAYONET. SN 100. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. This is the third type Butterfield conversion without the priming mechanism. New bolster is installed at the rear of the bbl and the large hammer without the primer grooves is installed. Bbl is marked just in front of the breech plug “BUTTERFIELD’S / PHILADELA”. Bayonet is standard. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall with widely scattered light pitting. Wood has normal handling marks. Mechanically good. Only a few of these were made. 4-56316 FS158 (2,000-3,000)

WHITNEY MODEL 1855 RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 58. 40” part oct bbl. Dated 1859 on the lockplate with “E.WHITNEY / N.HAVEN” at the front of the lockplate. There are no marks on the bbl. CONDITION: Metal parts, except the lock, have been filed and polished, removing the marks. Lock has a gray patina with scattered light pitting. Stock has been repaired and refinished. Ramrod is a replacement. Mechanically good. 4-56335 FS145 (1,500-2,500)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1855 RIFLE MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. NSN. 40” part oct bbl. Dated “1858” on the lockplate and bbl. No inspector marks or cartouches are visible. Brass forearm tip. Bayonet clasp is missing its lock screw. CONDITION: Gray patina with moderate to heavy pitting. Wood has been revarnished. Mechanically good. 4-57371 FS218 (2,000-3,000)

RARE NIPPES MAYNARD PRIMER CONVERSION MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Nippes lockplate is dated “1841”, bbl is dated “1842”. Two cartouches “JJG” and “W.A.T” appear on the left side of the stock along with two sets of inspector marks. Nippes priming mechanism, which has the proper Maynard patent dates is shaped completely different from the system made at other factories. 1,000 of them were supposed to have been made, but they are hardly ever seen today. CONDITION: Heavy rust/brown patina overall with moderate pitting at the breech. Bayonet has the same patina. Stock is very good with sharp edges. Mechanically good. 4-56317 FS186 (1,000-2,000)

RARE BUTTERFIELD CONVERSION MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Harpers Ferry lock is dated “1816” but the date on the bbl was removed during the conversion. Lockplate is marked “BUTTERFIELD’S / PATENT DEC 11. 1855 / PHILADELA”. System is similar to Sharps’ earlier system using a small wafer of fulminate enclosed in copper cups. These are propelled forward by an arm attached to the hammer and crushed by a rod hitting against an anvil in the bolster. Feeder, spring, and brass catch are missing. Bayonet is numbered “2753” on the side and has various initials on different parts. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with light pitting. 4-56908 (1,500-2,500)

FINE WHITWORTH VOLUNTEER RIFLE. SN 899. Cal. 50. 33” rnd bbl. Brass tip ramrod. Marked “WHITWORTH RIFLE CO MANCHESTER” on front of the lock and under the safety. There is a crown over W at the rear of the lockplate. The top of the bbl is marked “WHITWORTH PATENT” referring to the hexagonal bore. The serial number and Birmingham proof marks appear on the upper left side of the bbl. CONDITION: Very fine. 50% blue mixed with light surface rust on the bbl and faint casehardening on the lockplate, also mixed with light surface rust. Trigger guard, bbl bands, patch box, and buttplate have traces of blue and some light pitting. Wood is sharp with sharp rifling and only minor denting. 4-55150 FS108 (4,000-5,000)

ALTERED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1863 MUSKET. Cal. 64. 32” part oct bbl. Dated “1863” on the lockplate & “1864” on the bbl. The “ESA” cartouche is readable. There is a large eagle over “Whitney Arms Company” on the right side of the stock. CONDITION: Gray patina overall. Wood has a number of cracks, at the buttplate and at the lock area. Ramrod is a replacement. Lock is good. 4-57298 FS197 (1,500-2,500)

MODIFIED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1863 RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 58. 29-3/4” rnd bbl. Bbl, stock, and ramrod have been cut to the current length. Bbl bands have been slightly modified. Rear sight is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray patina mixed with light surface rust on the bbl, trigger guard, buttplate, and bbl bands. Lockplate has 50% of the casehardening colors remaining. Stock has been sanded and refinished. Mechanically good. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55702 FS133 (400-600)

VERY FINE RARE HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE. Cal. 58. 33” part oct bbl. Dated 1857 on the lockplate and 1858 on the bbl. “SB” cartouche on the left side of the stock. The spare nipple remains in the patchbox. Iron ramrod with cupped tip for mini ball. The Harpers Ferry and other marks on the lockplate are sharp. The sight is graduated to eight. CONDITION: Excellent. 95% bright orig brown no the bbl, and only a few spots of rust stain. Lockplate has a gray patina with hints of the casehardening pattern. Wood is very sharp. Action is excellent. Probably the best to come onto the market in the last ten years!. 4-57340 (22,500-27,500)

FINE ROBBINS & LAWRENCE MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. 33” rnd bbl. Dated “1850” on the lockplate and bbl tang. “WAT” and “JCB” cartouches on the left side of the stock. “J.P.C.” inspector marks on the upper left bbl and “JH” on the left side of the bbl. This was evidently one of the 4,000 furnished to the State of Massachusetts as it has the rare Drake rear sight. CONDITION: Fine with 75%(+) orig bright brown finish on the bbl and bright casehardening colors on the lockplate, turning dark on the hammer with some signs of cleaning. There are a couple of spots of deep pitting near the muzzle and a small hairline in the woodat the rear of the lock and a small, old chip forward of the lock. Sharp edges on the wood. Mechanically fine. 4-57341 FS217 (9,000-12,000)

JOHNSON MODEL 1817 CONVERSION RIFLE WITH SNELL BAYONET. Cal. 54. 35” rnd bbl. Dated 1822 on the lockplate. Belgian style conversion to percussion. Snell bayonet has been crudely added with oversized slots set too far back from the muzzle on the bbl. Pin has been added to keep the release screw from turning. There is a number “5” on the bottom of the bbl, but no number on the bayonet. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned except the bbl bands, which have a brown patina. Ramrod is a replacement. Stock is good with normal dents and scratches. Bayonet is unmarked, but is in good condition. Scabbard is missing. 4-56327 FS174 (2,000-3,000)

REMINGTON ZOUAVE RIFLE. Cal. 54. 33” rnd bbl. Dated 1863. Sharp “HDJ” and “BH” cartouches on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Nearly new with only minor handling marks. 4-56451 FS271 (5,000-6,500)

REMINGTON ZOUAVE RIFLE WITH BAYONET. Cal. 58. NSN. 33” bbl. Dated “1863” on the lock and bbl. Standard markings and features. Spare nipple is in the patchbox. Bayonet is unmarked except for inspector marks and is missing the scabbard. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina on the bbl with some original blue showing through. Casehardening on the lockplate has mostly turned to silver. Stock has sharp inspector marks and normal dents and scratches. 4-57289 (2,500-3,500)

WHITNEY PLYMOUTH RIFLE. SN 9159. Cal. 69. 33” rnd bbl. Dated “1864” on lock and bbl. Sharp “FCW.” cartouche on the left side of the stock and inspector mark “F.C.W” on the left flat of the bbl. CONDITION: Excellent with most of the armory bright finish remaining mixed with scattered dried oil and surface rust. Edges of the wood are sharp. Rear sight staff is bent slightly at the tip. 4-56336 FS144 (2,500-3,500)

WHITNEY MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. 33” rnd bbl. Dated 1839 on the lock and bbl. Faint cartouches on the stock are not readable. Patchbox contains the combination nipple wrench/screwdriver, the worm and screw. No nipple is present. Brass tip ramrod is correct to this rifle. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall all with light pitting. Brass has a nice patina. Wood has normal dents and scratches and has probably been cleaned. Mechanically good. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55698 FS152 (3,000-3,500)

BELGIAN COPY OF ENFIELD RIFLE WITH BAYONET. Cal. 62. 32” rnd bbl. “DG” and anchor marking on most, major parts. Rear sight is 3” long but is only graduated to 500 yards. An American eagle on a shield is screwed on top of the wrist. “OHIO.” is stamped just below this. S&K bayonet has a straight blade and does not fit the front sight. There is no scabbard. CONDITION: Gray patina with some pitting. Mechanically good. 4-56907 (1,000-2,000)

HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1855 RIFLE WITH BAYONET. Cal. 58. 33” part oct bbl. Dated “1858” on the lockplate. Bbl date is not legible. The spare nipple, globe sight and spare primer parts are in the patchbox. Unmarked bayonet has a 21-3/4” sgl fuller yataghan blade it is missing the scabbard and the catch. This is equipped with the Drake rear sight. Cartouche on the left side of the stock is visible but not readable. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light pitting and some file marks at the breech. Stock has been broken through the trigger guard, and has been repaired and refinished. Bayonet has a gray patina mixed with light pitting and some sharpening along the edges. Spare parts in the patchbox are generally unused with bright blue, but have picked up some surface rust from age. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55699 FS202 (2,000-3,000)

HARPERS FERRY MISSISSIPPI RIFLE WITH LONG RANGE SIGHTS. Cal. 54. NSN. 33” bbl. Lockplate is dated “1852” and the bbl tang is dated “1848”. The 1855 long range sight has been installed, and the bottom edge of the front bbl band has been cut so that it can be removed over the added front sight. Steel ramrod is cut for the mini- ball. Rear of the bbl has “A W / P” towards the muzzle from the standard proof marks. “J L R” is stamped on the left side of the stock and inside the patchbox. Spare nipple remains in the patchbox. This Mississippi rifle has not been modified for bayonet as most Mississippi rifles were. CONDITION: 60% thinning brown remains on the bbl, and about half of the blue on the rear sight. Lockplate appears to have some blue along the bottom edge. Markings are sharp. Hammer has been blued and retains most of this finish. Brass furniture has a mellow patina with scattered corrosion. Wood is fine with sharp edges and only a few dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. 4-57372 FS228 (4,000-6,000)

WHITNEY MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. 33” rnd bbl. No inspector or cartouches on the gun. Worm & the screw are contained in the patchbox. CONDITION: Brown patina overall. Brass is fine. Mechanically fine. 4-57056 (2,250-2,750)

WHITNEY MODEL 1842 MISSISSIPPI RIFLE. Cal. 58. NSN. Usual configuration with 33″ rnd bbl, fixed sights, brass furniture with brass tipped iron ramrod. Breech end of the bbl has usual markings with the maker’s name on the lockplate in front of the hammer and “N. Haven / 1850” vertically behind the hammer. CONDITION: Very good. Iron retains a dark brown patina with light pitting overall & moderate pitting around the nipple area. Lockplate is a mottled silver brown with light pitting. Brass was cleaned & shined and is now beginning to patinate. Wood is sound showing heavy wear with light nicks, dings & scratches. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate pitting. 4-55079 JR209 (2,000-3,000)

RARE LEMAN MUSKET. Cal. 67. 33” part oct bbl. The Model 1855 sight is mounted backwards. Marked “H. E. LEMAN / LANCASTER PA”. There is no sling swivel on the trigger guard or provision for one any place else on the gun. The rnd iron patchbox is unmarked. There are no inspector marks although there are some initials carved in the stock. CONDITION: Gray patina with very light pitting overall. Wood is generally good with a repair above the lockplate. Mechanically good. 4-57325 FS201 (2,000-3,000)

RARE KRIDER ENFIELD TYPE MUSKET. Cal. 58. 33” rnd bbl. Marked “KRIDER” on the lockplate. No cartouches or inspector marks. The brass Sharps type patchbox “G. MC D” on the outside and “KRIDER” inside. The furniture is brass except the forearm tip, which is pewter. The iron ramrod has a brass tip. CONDITION: Considerable blue on the front of the bbl, mostly light to moderate pitting behind the rear sight. Wood is sharp with few handling marks. Mechanically fine. 4-57297 FS183 (1,500-2,500)

NAVY ARMS ZOUAVE RIFLE WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. SN 14617. Cal. 54. 33” rnd bbl. Made for Navy Arms by Zoli in Italy. CONDITION: Appears to be unused. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55731 FS151 (300-400)

US MODEL 1921 CONVERSION PISTOL. Cal .54. 10-1/4” rnd bbl. All markings have been removed from the lockplate. 1821 at the rear. There are no markings on the bbl or the new breech plug. Cartouche on the stock is not readable. CONDITION: Mostly gray patina with light pitting. Brown coating covers all of the metal. Loading swivel has been riveted on both sides. Wood has moderate dents and scratches. Mechanically good. 4-56888 (1,500-2,500)

WATERS CONVERTED MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal .54. 8-1/2” rnd bbl. Standard Waters markings dated “1838” on the lockplate with standard inspectors initials and cartouches on the stock and bbl. An additional marking “LAMBERT” is on the front of the lock ahead of the Waters marking and below a spray of engraving, which matches that on the conversion hammer. “J. JACKSON” stamped his name three times on the stock, breaking it twice in the process. CONDITION: Grey patina with light pitting overall, heavier at the breech. Wood has repairs at the rear of the lockplate but needs others at the rear lockplate screw, lockplate and forearm. Mechanically good. 4-56931 FS45 (1,500-2,500)

JOHNSON MODEL 1836 CONVERSION PISTOL. Standard military markings on the lockplate, rear of the bbl and left side of the stock are faint due to an overall refinish. Top of the bbl is marked “OSGOOD GUN WORKS / NORWICH.CONN.” (partially under the bbl band). The bbl band, sideplate, buttcap, backstrap, and trigger guard have been nickel-plated apparently by Osgood. A brass bead front sight has been added. CONDITION: Retains about 90% of the nickel-plating. There is fire blue on the lockplate, but the hammer has a rust brown patina. Mechanically fine. 4-56370 FS43 (2,000-3,000)

CONVERTED JOHNSON MODEL 1836 MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal .54. 8-½” rnd bbl. All metal parts have been nickel-plated. Dated “1841” on the lockplate. “JH” and “W.A.T” cartouches appear on the left side of the stock. “JH” inspector marks appear on top of the bbl and sgl “H” appear on some of the nickel-plated parts. CONDITION: Retains most of the nickel-plating with mild flaking on the butt cap and trigger guard. Wood is fine with minor chips around the bbl band. Mechanically fine. 4-56930 (1,000-2,000)

JOHNSON MODEL 1842 MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal .54. 8-½” rnd bbl. Marked with standard marks on the lockplate. Dated “1853” on the lockplate and the bbl tang. An anchor has been stamped at the rear of the bbl. “STEEL” is stamped on the left side of the bbl. CONDITION: Iron parts have been cleaned to bright with scattered spots of rust and pitting. Some evidence of heat at the front of the bbl. Brass has been cleaned removing part of the marks and is toning in several different colors. Mechanically fine. Stock has been heavily cleaned leaving some of the grain standing proud. Hints of a cartouche on the left part of the stock. 4-56953 X23 (1,000-1,500)

DERINGER BOXLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 54. 6” rnd bbl. Marked “DERINGER / PHILADELA “ on the lockplate and bbl. No inspector marks but has “US” above the Deringer name on the lockplate. CONDITION: Iron surfaces have been cleaned to gray leaving scattered pitting and light surface rust. Stock is cracked at the lockplate screw and has been varnished overall. Mechanically fine. 457332 FS100 (1,000-1,500)

AMES MODEL 1842 NAVY PISTOL. Cal. 54. 6” rnd bbl. Dated 1845 on the lock and bbl. Standard Ames markings appear to be on the lockplate but hard to read. The inspector marks on the bbl are sharp. CONDITION: Bbl and brass fitting have been polished. Lockplate and hammer are evenly pitted. Stock has been repaired and refinished. 4-57220 (1,000-1,500)

ASSEMBLED ASTON MODEL 1842 PISTOL. Cal. 58. 8-½” rnd bbl. Standard Aston markings at the front and rear on the lockplate, which is dated “1851”. Date on top is illegible due to pitting. The “W.A.T” cartouche is visible on the left side of the stock, but the other is not. The “S.K / P” part of the bbl marking is visible but the US has been removed so that a new “U.S.N.” marking could be added. CONDITION: Ramrod assembly is a reproduction, which has been artificially aged. Some of the screws are bright blue others are deeply rusted. Bbl has been partially cleaned but moderate to heavy pitting remains. File marks around the breech. Lockplate and hammer are deeply rusted. Brass parts have a dark patina with heavy dents and file marks on the bbl band. Mechanically good. 4-56890 (750-1,750)

CONVERTED MODEL 1836 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal. 54. 8-1/2”bbl. Most of the markings were removed from the lockplate during the conversion. The rear of the bbl was removed and a new breech plug and nipple and hammer were installed. The orig flintlock cartouches are still readable on the stock. CONDITION: Metal parts have been cleaned to bright with scattered light pitting. Wood is fine. Action is fine. 4-57221 FS77 (1,000-2,000)

CONVERTED NORTH MODEL 1819 PISTOL. Cal .58. 10” rnd bbl. Lockplate dated “1822”. No date visible on the bbl. Standard proof marks on the bbl with a very faint “S.N.Y.” mark on top. Converted by drum and nipple method with a new hammer. CONDITION: Had been heavily cleaned with a brown coating over the metal. Stock has been broken, repaired, refinished, and is broken again. Mechanically good. 4-56376 H21 (750-1,250)

CONVERTED NORTH MODEL 1819 PISTOL. The safety and date on the rear of the lock were removed during the conversion process along with part of the “North” marking in front of the new hammer. The conversion is a bolster type done by Andrew Wurflein in Philadelphia. It has his mark “A.W” on the flat of the bolster. The orig flintlock cartouche on the left of the stock is visible but not readable. CONDITION: Gray patina with light pitting overall. Stock has been cleaned and varnished over dents and scratches. Action is good. 4-57266 FS70 (2,500-3,500)

PALMETTO ARMORY SGL SHOT PISTOL. Lock marked rear of hammer “COLUMBIA, S.C. 1852”. Forward of hammer “PALMETTO ARMORY S*C” encircles a palm tree. Bbl is marked w/ a “P” over “V” and a palmetto tree proof. Bbl tang is dated 1853. CONDITION: Stock cleaned and varnished. Small areas of wood fill. Metal surfaces cleaned. Markings are all good. 1853 on tang is about 50% missing. Bbl tang is cracked and soldered. Loading assembly has brass tip, may be replaced. Lock mortise is worn and lock fits very loosely. Back strap has an old braised and pinned repair. 4-56369 JS58 (3,500-4,500)

PALMETTO ARMORY MODEL 1842 SGL SHOT PISTOL. Cal. 62. NSN. 8-1/2” rnd bbl. Standard Palmetto Armory stamp in front of the hammer with “COLUMBIA / S. C. 1852” in two vertical lines at the rear of the lockplate. Upper left part of the bbl has the “P” over the palmetto tree proofs. It is marked “WM GLAZE & CO.” on the left side of the bbl. There are no proof or inspector marks. CONDITION: Pitting. Brass fixtures all have a dark patina. Wood repaired at the rear lockplate screw. Mechanically fine. 4-57434 (4,500-6,500)

SOUTHERN PERCUSSION CONVERSION OF THE US MODEL 1836 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Standard model 54 cal. Model 1836 smooth bore sgl shot pistol as produced by Asa Waters & Robert Johnson. 8-1/2” rnd bbl with brass blade front sight, oval rear sight on the bbl tang, with an overall length of 14”. Swivel type steel ramrod with button shaped head and iron furniture. This example was converted to percussion having a bolster inserted into the bbl’s touchhole and the complete replacement with a lock plate and hammer. The non military type lock plate is signed “C.H. Slocomb & Co./NEW ORLEANS.” Lock plate has a dbl line edge decoration, scrollwork, and two pheasants flying from a marsh behind the hammer, typical of those used on full and half-stock rifles. The hammer matches the lock plate with similar engraving and is of the civilian type. CONDITION: Very good. All metal has been cleaned to a light gray appearance with some heavy pitting near bolster. All markings are clear. Stock is worn with a hairline fracture through the butt. 4-57229 CW76 (1,500-2,000)

ASTON MODEL 1842 MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal .54. 8-½” rnd bbl. Dated “1851” at the rear of the lockplate, 1850 on the tang of the bbl. Left side of the stock is stamped with “JH” cartouche “W.A.T” cartouche and “JH” inspector marks. A sgl “H” appears on all of the plated brass parts. Same inspector mark is used on the left side of the bbl. Inspector mark on the top of the bbl is “J.P.C.” CONDITION: Smooth uncleaned metal with some corrosion showing on the nickel-plated brass. Stock has sharp edges but there is a small crack at the rear lockplate screw. Most of the plating remains on the brass parts except for the trigger guard, which is worn. Mechanically fine. 4-56375 FS50 (2,500-3,500)

ASTON MODEL 1842 MARTIAL PISTOL. Standard Aston markings on the lockplate. Dated 1848 on the lockplate and bbl tang. Strong “JH” and “W.A.T.” inspector cartouches on the left side of the stock. The bbl has an “SM” inspector mark. CONDITION: Metal and wood has light dents overall, somewhat heavier on the left side of the stock. Light pitting overall, heavier around the breech. Except for the denting and a short crack at the rear lockplate screw, the stock is fairly good. Mechanically fine. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55742 FS47 (800-1,200)

CASED PAIR OF EDWARDS DUELING PISTOLS. Cal .69. 8”oct bbls. With two crown over “P” cartouches on the upper left flat. The lockplate is marked “EDWARDS” while the bbl is marked “DUBLIN”. The walnut stock has an oct cross section behind the lockplate with silver stars inlayed on each side and oval initial plates on the bottom and in a normal position. The brass furniture has light engraving except the sideplate which has ornate cutouts. This is cased in a normal British type case lined with green baize. It contains, besides the pistols, a later fluted flask, a plated pewter oil bottle, a bullet mold marked “25”, a screwdriver, flints, lead balls and a key which does not operate the lock. CONDITION: Very good overall. Light cleaning visible on the metal. Wood is clean but has probably been re varnished. Mechanically fine. Case has stains and repairs to the lining. Accessories are later replacements. Covers to the side compartments are replacements. One cock cracked and repaired. Case lid is slightly warped. 4-57085 (5,000-7,000)

CASED PAIR OF HOWELL TRAVELER’S PISTOLS. Cal. 50. 6-3/8” oct. bbls. Saw handle grips. Marked “W. T. HOWELL / & CO” on the lockplates & “PHILADELPHIA” on the bbls. There are also two silver bands at the rear of the bbls. Howell was the son of & successor to Thomas Howell. William worked in Philadelphia from 1837 –1847. The casing is undoubtedly American & probably done for Howell. It is lined with maroon velvet & has fitted compartments for an eagle flask, a bullet mold, & a cleaning rod. Unreserved compartments hold some cast balls, a cap tin, & a key, which does not operate the lock. CONDITION: Fine with little sign of use. Bbls have a gray patina with hints of color showing through light surface rust. Stocks show only tiny marks. Eagle flask retains about 80% of its bright brown & blue finish. Case is fine, although the lock is not functioning. 4-57284 FS123 (5,000-7,000)

PAIR OF ST. LOUIS PERCUSSION PISTOLS. Cal .36. SN 80. 9”oct Damascus bbls Marked “T. J. ALBRIGHT / ST. LOUIS MO “. This pair of pistols was imported for Albright probably from Southern Europe there are many initials on the bottom, but no proof marks. CONDITION: Metal has been lightly cleaned leaving some light pitting, but heavy vise marks at the rear of the bbl. Wood has been re varnished over light dents and scratches the checkering is sharp. Set triggers and locks both work fine. 4-57082 FS49 (3,000-5,000)

PAIR OF DRAGOON SADDLE HOLSTERS. No markings. There are tubes for five paper cartridges under each flap. CONDITION: Light cracking on connecting strap and tie down straps. Considerable chipping to the black finish. Leather has been treated and is supple. 4-56898 (1,500-2,500)

RARE JENKS TINNED MULE EAR CARBINE. Cal. 52. SN 10. 24-1/4″ part oct bbl. One of only a couple known, smooth bore, unrifled. This example with an unaltered round loading hole on top of the bbl. Marked “WM JENKS / USN / RC / P / 1845″. The lockplate is marked “WM JENKS / N.P. AMES / SPRINGFIELD / MASS”. CONDITION: Retains approx. 90% orig tin, worn on the mule ear hammer and the loading lever. Wood generally good. Mechanically fine. 4-57346 (6,500-8,500)

FINE REMINGTON/JENKS MILITARY CARBINE. Cal. 52. SN 6/50. 35-1/4 “ part oct bbl. Marked “WM JENKS / USM / RP / P / 1847 / CAST-STEEL ”, on top of the bbl in front of the oval loading hole. Maynard primer lockplate is marked “REMINGTON’S / HERKIMER / N.Y” CONDITION: Fine with 85% original brown on the bbl. Traces of finish on the lockplate 80% blue on the operating lever. The left side of the stock “RP” cartouche and normal dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. 4-57241 FS215 (3,000-4,000)

FINE JENKS MILITARY RIFLE. Cal. 52. SN 11/27. 35-1/4 “ part oct bbl. Marked “WM JENKS / USM / RP / P / 1843 ” on top of the bbl in front of the oval loading hole. The lockplate is marked “WM JENKS / N.P. AMES / SPRINGFIELD / MASS”. There are two unreadable cartouches on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Traces of original finish at the rear of the bbl and on the operating lever. Mostly gray patina elsewhere. Stock has been cracked above the trigger guard. Repaired, sanded and refinished. Mechanically fine. 4-57294 FS124 (3,000-4,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1852 MUSKETOON. Cal. 57. 28-1/8” rnd bbl. Dated “1852” on the lock & bbl. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall. The action is fine. 4-56955 (2,000-3,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1848 CAVALRY MUSKETOON. Cal. 72. NSN. 69” rnd bbl. Marked “SPRING / FIELD / 1848” in three vertical lines at the tail of the lockplate. No other markings. Nipple and sling ring bar are replacements. CONDITION: Bbl has been cleaned with moderate pitting remaining. There is also light to moderate pitting on the lockplate. Brass has been cleaned in the past but is beginning to tone down. Stock has been broken, repaired and refinished. Mechanically good. 4-56940 FS227 (2,000-3,000)

SPRINGFIELD MUSKETOON WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. NSN. 26” rnd bbl. Dated “1853” on the lockplate, “1854” on the bbl tang. Sharp “JS” cartouche on the left side of the stock. The bayonet has a 17-1/2” blade and a 2-5/8” socket, which has been modified at the rear end and does not quite fit properly. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned to bright, but some light pitting remains. Stock is fine with sharp edges and minor handling marks. Mechanically good. 4-57213 FS216 (2,500-3,500)

SPRINGFIELD SAPPER & MINER CARBINE WITH BAYONET AND SCABBARD. Cal. 69. 26” rnd bbl. Dated 1855 on the lockplate and bbl. “JS” cartouche on the left side of the stock. The bayonet has a 22” sgl fuller dbl edge blade. It is marked “US / N.W.P” on the right ricasso, 1847 on the left. There is also an “RC” inspector mark on the upper cross guard. The leather scabbard has a brass throat and tip but no marks. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with spots of surface rust. Wood is fine with good edges and minor dents and dings. Mechanically fine. Blade of the bayonet has light to moderate pitting. Hilt has a dark patina. Scabbard is bent and oil soaked. 4-57293 FS169 (3,000-5,000)

UNIDENTIFIED WATERS CONVERSION MUSKETOON. Cal. 69. NSN. 30” rnd bbl. Bbl tang is dated “1842”. Furniture is all brass. “US” inspector marks are faintly visible on the upper left side of the bbl. CONDITION: Mostly gray patina overall with light pitting getting heavier towards the breech. Wood has normal handling marks. There is a crack at the rear lockplate screw. Lock is good. 4-56338 FS223 (1,000-2,000)

HALL MODEL 1833 CARBINE WITH SLIDING BAYONET. Cal. 54. NSN. 26-3/16” rnd bbl. The 22” triangular bayonet slides into the forearm. Dated “1837” on top of the breech plug. Has been reblued. Other parts appear to have a black paint finish. CONDITION: Retains most of the reblue on the hammer and breechplug. 60% of the black paint and remains on the bbl and bbl band. Stock has been repaired and sanded, removing most of the inspector cartouche on the left side. Action is fine. 4-56347 FS209 (2,000-3,000)

HALL/NORTH FISHTAIL LEVER CARBINE. Cal. 54. NSN. 21” rnd bbl. Standard North markings on top of the breech block which is dated “1840”. “JCB” inspector mark on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Fine overall with 60% original brown on the bbl and action. Casehardening turning gray on the breech block. Sharp edges on the wood. 4-56322 FS210 (1,500-2,500)

HALL/NORTH MODEL 1942 SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 52. NSN. 21” rnd bbl. Dated “1846” on the breech block. “JH” inspector mark on the receiver, none on the stock. CONDITION: Excellent with 80% brown on the bbl and action. 95% blue on the operating lever, spring and screws. Stock has very sharp edges with only minor dents and dings. 4-56340 FS211 (3,000-4,000)

NORTH/HALL SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 52. NSN. 21″ rnd bbl. Marked “U.S / S NORTH / MIDDTN / CONN. / 1847” on top of the breech block. Sharp “WAT” cartouche mark on the right side of the stock, “GWH” on the left side. CONDITION: Retains about 75-85%(+) of the brown finish on the bbl and action. There is bright blue on the operating lever. The stock edges are sharp, with crisp cartouches. 4-57345 FS206 (7,500-10,000)

CONVERTED HALL RIFLE. Cal. 52. 32-5/8” rnd bbl. Consignor was told this was a Confederate conversion but we have no way of confirming. Converted by grinding off the top of the breechblock and adding a very large percussion hammer to the top of the orig flint shank. The front sight is missing. The ramrod was replaced. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy pitting overall. Wood is generally good and has a museum tag in the bottom. Mechanically good. 4-57242 (2,000-3,000)

CONVERTED HALL MODEL 1819 RIFLE. Cal. 56. NSN. 32-5/8” rnd bbl. A number of Halls were converted to percussion during the Civil War. This may be one of those (some examples covered in the book Cofederat Rifle and Muskets by Murphy & Madaus. This is a non-arsenal conversion with a new nose and spur added to the modified and filled hammer. Pan was cut off above the level of the breechblock. Front sight has also been altered. Marked “J.H. HALL / H.FERRY / 1824 / U S” on top of the breech plate. This was the last year that the Model 1819 with the bbl band springs were made. CONDITION: Brown patina overall. Catch lever repaired. Ramrod is missing. 4-56915 (2,000-3,000)

CONVERTED HALL RIFLE. Cal. 52. 32-5/8” rnd bbl. A number of Hall rifles at the outbreak of the Civil War were converted in the Confederacy to percussion. The book Confederate Rifles and Muskets by Murphy & Maddaus documents similar conversions. Converted by grinding off the top of the breechblock and adding a very large percussion hammer to the top of the orig flint shank. CONDITION: Very heavy pitting overall. Wood is generally good and has a museum tag in the bottom. Mechanically good. 4-57257 (1,500-2,500)

MODIFIED HALL RIFLE. Cal. 54. NSN. 32-5/8” rnd bbl. A number of these Halls were converted to percussion by the Confederacy during the Civil War. This conversionis similar in appearance to examples given in the book Confederate Rifles & Muskets by Murphy & Madaus. Dated “1832” on top of the breechblock. Hammer has been converted to percussion by adding a new top to the flintlock hammer. Front sight is missing. Buttstock has also been modified with a new iron buttplate. About 2” was cut off the butt. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with light to moderate pitting. Wood sanded. Mechanically good. 4-56952 (2,000-3,000)

EXTREMELY FINE SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 RIFLE. SN 37214. Cal. 56. 30” rnd bbl. Standard Sharps markings on the bbl, receiver, and lockplate. Cartouche on the left side of the stock is given as “GWR” in Man At Arms Vol. 25, Number 3, 2003 on pg 36 and 37, but appears to be something else, possibly “TWR”. The Navy placed an order for 900 of these rifles September 9, 1859 with deliveries before the end of the year. This is undoubtedly one of those rifles. CONDITION: About 90% of the blue remains on the bbl. Casehardening colors are brilliant on the patchbox, buttplate, and left side of the receiver. Somewhat faded on the right side of the receiver, inside the lever and bbl bands. Most of the screws have a brilliant fire blue. Wood shows no use but has some cracks and chips at the rear of the forearm. Action is excellent. 4-57014 FS143 (15,000-25,000)

GWYNN & CAMPBELL TYPE II CIVIL WAR CARBINE. Cal. 52. SN 3016. Usual configuration with 20″ oct to rnd bbl, pinched blade front sight & 600 yard ladder rear sight with short base. Made without forestock, it has a square sided receiver with long back action lock with usual markings. It has walnut stock with perch belly & a crisp cartouche on the left wrist. It has a smooth steel carbine buttplate. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 93-95% orig blue with some scattered spots of light discoloration. Receiver, lever, lockplate & hammer retain most of their vivid orig case colors, only slightly faded with a few spots of surface discoloration. Breech block retains about 95% orig niter blue with one spot of light surface discoloration. Top tang retains about 65-70% orig blue. Stock is sound with a few minor storage nicks & has the wonderful unused feathered look. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Probably unfired & non-issued. 4-56339 JR648 (4,000-7,000)

RARE MONT STORM SPORTING CARBINE. Cal. 577. SN 491. 20-3/8” rnd bbl. Marked “WM MONT. STORM / 3. ROOD LANE. / LONDON.” On the lockplate and “WM MONT. STORM’S. / PATENT” on top of the breech plug. Forearm tip in front of the bbl band is horn. CONDITION: 90% blue on the bbl and action. 30% on the lock and hammer. Military proofed bbl band is probably a replacement as it has some filing and little or no finish. Stock is very good with minor handling marks. Action is stuck in the closed position, but probably easily fixed after soaking in oil. 4-56345 FS212 (2,500-3,500)

SHARPS NEW MODEL 1865 SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 52. SN C44324. Standard carbine with usual markings throughout. It has a 22″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight, and carbine ladder rear sight with “R.S.L.” inspector marks on the left side at the receiver. The stock does not have an inspector’s cartouche which is consistent with this being one of the scarce civilian model carbines. It has a sling bar and ring on the left side. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 96-97% strong orig blue and the receiver about 75-80% strong but fading orig case colors. Wood is sound with a few nicks and dings and retains most of the origl finish. Crisp mechanics and bright shiny bore. 4-54949 JR756 (7,500-9,000)

SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 BERDAN SHARP SHOOTER TYPE RIFLE. Cal. 52. SN 57290. Fine 3-band rifle with 30″ rnd bbl, square base front sight/bayonet lug with Lawrence Patent 900 yard ladder rear sight. It has usual bbl, receiver & lockplate markings. Right flat of the bbl, just forward of the receiver & just above the forearm, is stamped “USSS” for U.S. Sharp Shooters. Stock has iron 2-pc patchbox with musket buttplate & it has sling loops on the stock & middle band. These rifles saw extensive service throughout the Civil War, primarily in Col. Hiram Berdan’s Sharp Shooter Regiment & later on the frontier during the Western movement. This rifle was discovered in & consigned from Wyoming. Accompanied by a 2-groove, 52 cal, hollow base, and excavated, lead bullet. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl is a cleaned silver/gray patina with light pitting. Receiver is a mottled silver/gray patina with some moderate pitting & a series of light shallow dents. Takedown lever is heavily pitted with the tip broken away & the lever shows heavy pitting as does the patchbox cover. Wood is sound showing heavy use, battered near the tip & retains a smooth dark brown hand worn patina. Forearm screw is battered & re-cut. Will not hold on safety notch, otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bore with good shine & moderate pitting. 4-57438 JR713 (10,000-14,000)

SHARPS MODEL 1851 SADDLE RING CARBINE. SN 1159. Cal. 54. 21-1/2” rnd bbl. Standard Maynard markings on the lockplate. Sharps markings on the receiver & Robbins & Lawrence markings on the bbl. The front lock plate screw is missing. The rear bbl sight is an incorrect replacement. CONDITION: Strong traces of blue on the lockplate. Other metal has blue/brown to rust brown patina. Wood has normal dents and dings with a large chip at the action no the forearm, and some minor cracks. Mechanically needs adjusted. 4-57258 FS194 (6,000-8,000)

RARE EARLY GWYN & CAMPBELL GRAPEVINE CARBINE “COSMOPOLITON TRANSITION”. SN 10. Cal. 53. 20” part oct bbl. The early marking with Gwyn & Campbell in a large arc covering the three line address and patent information is at the front of the right side of the frame. The SN is on the frame, bbl, breechblock and upper tang. The hammer and lever have a rounded contour in long sweeping lines, hence the grape vine appellation. Few of these were made before the modified lockplate with the shorter marking was introduced. This is the exact example shown in Renschler’s book p. 47. CONDITION: Smooth gray patina overall with scattered light pitting. Wood has been cleaned with a few dents and scratches remaining. Mechanically fine. 4-57347 X117 (7,000-9,000)

BURNSIDE SECOND MODEL SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 54. SN 1650. 21” rnd bbl. Marked “BURNSIDE PATENT. / MARCH 25TH 1856.” on top of the receiver and “CAST-STEEL 1861” on top of the bbl. Also marked with the company address on the lockplate, and “FOSTERS PATENT” on the lever latch. CONDITION: Fine with 90% blue on the bbl, 50% on the lever and scattered traces elsewhere. Large cartouche “J.P.F” is stamped on top of the cone at the buttplate. No other proof marks appear on the gun. Wood is fine. Action is fine. 4-56938 FS224 (3,000-5,000)

ALTERED SPENCER CIVIL WAR CARBINE. Cal. 50 Spencer. SN 17508. Fine Springfield re-worked carbine with 22″ 3-groove bbl with standard sights and usual configuration with Stabler cut-off. It has a sling bar & ring on the left side of the wrist with a fine clear “ESA” cartouche. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Bbl had all of the markings removed during the conversion & refinishing process & now retains 40-50% thin orig blue turned plum in the middle with some very light, very fine surface rust & a few spots of deeper rust. Receiver, lever, hammer, lockplate & buttplate retain about 50% good case colors, strong in the sheltered areas, fading to silver elsewhere with some fine surface pitting. Wood is sound with a bruise on the forearm & light handling & storage marks elswhere and retains most of its fine orig finish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 4-54957 JR754 (4,000-6,000)

IDENTIFIED CIVIL WAR USED STARR PERCUSSION CARBINE. Cal. 54. SN 18150. Usual configuration with 21” rnd bbl, marked “STARR ARMS Co / YONKERS.N.Y.” on the lockplate with the same marking in one line on top of the bbl. An issue mark “1 / ARK / K” (Co. K, 1st Arkansas Cavalry) is stamped over the chamber. One cartouche is partially obscured, the other is mostly legible. Name “RC TAYLOR” is roughly carved on the left side of the wrist. Accompanying this carbine is a large packet of information on Reuben C. Taylor who enlisted in the 1st Arkansas Cavalry on August 7, 1882 and was discharged in August of 1865. He died in 1914 in Zinc, Arkansas. It appears that Taylor’s unit spent most of the war on the Western frontier in Missouri, Illinois & Arkansas and was engaged in a variety of skirmishes & small battles. Accompanied also by a letter from the Horse Soldier guaranteeing the authenticity of this carbine. There is also a hand written letter from Dennis E. Lowe authenticating this carbine. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Bbl retains 75-80% strong orig blue with some moderate pitting at the muzzle end and a small spot by the bbl band. Receiver & lockplate retains traces of case colors turned silver with the balance of the iron a fine smooth brown patina. Buttplate & bbl band retain a medium brass patina. Wood is sound with nicks, dings & scratches with some chips & gouges in the forearm & overall retains a hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of pitting. 4-54959 JR753 (4,000-6,000)

FINE MAYNARD CIVIL WAR CARBINE. Cal. 50. SN 17164. 20” part oct bbl. Standard markings on both sides of the frame. “AJN” and “JM” cartouches on the left side of the stock are very sharp. “G.W.S” inspector side of the bbl is also crisp. CONDITION: 95% blue on the bbl. 90% brilliant casehardening on the right side of the frame. Slightly dull on the left side, although this might brighten up when the thick coat of dried grease is cleaned. 4-56916 FS221 (4,500-5,500)

SMITH CARBINE. SN 486. 20” bbl. Frame is marked “MANUFACTURED BY MASS. ARMS Co. CHICOPEE FALLS, ADDRESS POULTNEY & TRIMBLE BALTIMORE, USA, SMITHS PATENTED JUNE 23, 1857”. CONDITION: Bore is fine. Bbl retains 90% plus plumb/blue finish. Breech spring contains 80% bright blue finish. Frame exhibits about 25% muted case colors. Top of buttstock has two wooden pin plugs. Otherwise forestock and buttstock very good, with scattered nicks and bruises. No cartouches. 4-56314 JS71 (2,000-3,000)

PEABODY SADDLE RING CARBINE. Cal. 50. NSN. 20” rnd bbl. Standard 5-line Peabody marking on the left side of the receiver. “W.O.” cartouche on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Excellent with 95% blue on the bbl, & bright to brilliant casehardening colors on the rest of the metal. Stock has only minor marks. Mechanically fine. 4-56319 FS222 (3,000-4,000)

FINE BALL & WILLIAMS BALLARD CIVIL WAR CARBINE. SN 10033. Cal. 44. 22” part oct bbl. Matching numbers marked “BALLARDS PATENT /NOV. 6.1861” on the right side of the frame & “BALL & WILLIAMS /Worcester Mass./ MERWIN & BRAY. AGT’S / NEW YORK.” on the left side of the frame. “NM” cartouche appears in the center of the left side of the stock. His initials appear on top of the stock, on top of the buttplate, on the left side of the receiver and left side of the bbl. Folding rear sight only has three positions 100, 200 and 300 yards. CONDITION: 80% dull blue on the bbl. Bright blue on the extractor guide. Traces of finish elsewhere. Considerable casehardening colors remain on the covered portion of the breechblock. Stock is fine with minor dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. 4-56950 FS257 (3,000-4,000)

EXTREMELY RARE CONFEDERATE ARMY OF TENNESSEE, 1862 CONTRACT BATTLE-FLAG OF THE 4th TENNESSEE INFANTRY. One of only two known “artillery” size, Beauregard pattern, battle flags from New Orleans contractor Henry Cassidy delivered to the Confederate Army of the Mississippi (afterward the Confederate Army of Tennessee), and issued to the 4th Tennessee Infantry in April of 1862. In November and December of 1861, General P.G.T. Beauregard and Joseph E. Johnston introduced the design of the now famous “Confederate Battle Flag” to the forces in Virginia. Thereafter, the design spread laterally to other Confederate forces, primarily as a result of the initiatives of Beauregard and Johnston. When Beauregard was transferred to Mississippi in early 1862, he attempted to supplant existing flags with the “battle flag” he had introduced in Virginia months earlier. Three contracts were entered into with sail maker and ship’s chandler, Henry Cassidy of New Orleans, totaling 132 battle flags, delivered in three lots in February and March of 1862. The first and the third lots included respectively 30 and 31 infantry size battle flags as well as 12 each and 8 each of battle flags of the artillery size and cavalry size flags respectively. Although manufactured branch specific in terms of their size, the flags would be issued indiscriminately to the infantry and artillery of the army as needed. The last set of flags issued had been made for Major-General Leonidas Polk’s “Corps”, but because the set was temporarily lost in transit, Polk did not receive them until after the battle of Shiloh and continued to fly the old blue silk flags issued to his command in January of 1862 from Memphis. This “artillery size” Cassidy contract battle flag was issued to the 4th Tennessee Infantry of Polk’s “Corps” at some time between Shiloh and the Army’s departure for Chattanooga in June of 1862. This battle flag, as well as the silk flag the unit had received from Memphis., were later present (and photographed) when the survivors of the 4th Tennessee met at Shiloh in 1900. In common with the other Cassidy made flags, the battle flag of the 4th Tennessee Infantry is made with a field composed from a red cotton-wool warp/weft field, traversed by a 5-1/2” wide, dark blue, woolen St. Andrew’s cross, edged on its sides with strips of white cotton, 3/4” wide. Twelve (12) white, SIX POINTED silk stars are sewn at 4-1/2” intervals on the obverse side of the cross, and the blue cut away on the reverse (where the stars are only 2-3/4” to 3” across their points) to expose the white on the opposite side. A yellow, twill weave serge woolen border, 3-1/4” wide border is sewn to the three exterior sides, and a 2-1/8” wide cotton heading, pierced with five (5) hand-whipped buttonhole eyelets, finishes the fourth (staff) side. The overall resultant flag measures 35-1/2” on the staff by 37” on the fly (“Artillery” size flags were supposed to measure 36” square). With the flag (and once attached to it) is a white cotton swallowtail shaped streamer, 8” wide at the hoist and 44-1/2” wide on the fly to the streamer’s points (and 40” to the cut of the swallowtail). This streamer, which 1900 photographs show was originally attached to the blue silk, Memphis issue flag of the 4th Tennessee, is painted with the inscription “4.TH. TENN. INF.”, in black, 5-1/2” and 3-1/2” high, Roman, capital letters. Both the battle flag and the accompanying streamer descended though the last commanding officer of the 4th Tennessee Infantry- Colonel [name to follow]. CONDITION: Battle flag is in good condition but with numerous holes in the red field due to mothing of the wool. On the other hand the blue cross is in fine condition, and its silk stars show only minor cracking and splitting. Serge border also shows some moth holing but is otherwise intact. Streamer, with the unit designation, is in good condition. However, the paint used to apply the abbreviation has rotted portions of the material beneath the paint, particularly under the figures “4th”. 8-76133 HMM (90,000-120,000)

RARE, HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT U.S. NAVY “BOAT ENSIGN” CAPTURED AT BATTERY WAGNER ON MORRIS ISLAND IN 1863. On 10 July 1863, in a joint Army and Navy expedition, the reinforced Union Brigade of Gen. George C. Strong, of the Army landed on the southern tip of Morris Island near Charleston Harbor. Strong’s brigade had been conveyed to their landing in fourteen small boats and launches from ships of the federal blockading squadron. These boats were under the command of U.S. Navy Lt. A.S. Mackenzie, supported by another group of small boats with Dahlgren howitzers under the command of Lt.-Comm. Francis M. Bunch. In his report of 12 July, Mackenzie noted: “… the first American flag was placed on Morris Island by Lieutenant H. B. Robeson of the New Ironsides, who, carrying Brigadier-General Strong in his boat, landed with him”. Expedition met with initial success, sweeping north on Morris Island, capturing eight guns and three mortars, as well as five flags and 150 prisoners. Next morning, elements of five Union regiments attempted to take Battery (Fort) Wagner by storm but were repulsed with heavy losses. This flag shows evidence that it was lost at Battery Wagner on 11 July 1863. (This loss occurred a week before the more costly assault on Battery Wagner, led by the 54th MA. Inf. on 18 July 1863, made famous by the movie, “Glory”).

Flag is a U.S. Navy “Boat Ensign” (of the type flown on small boats, launches, and cutters of larger ships of the line by the Union Navy). Its size (43” on the hoist by 81-1/2” on the fly) conforms to the size prescribed in the 1863 “Tables and Allowances” for a “No. 12” U.S. Ensign (which was to be 3.70 ft. on its hoist by 7 ft. on its fly). Field is composed of thirteen horizontal, alternating red & white wool bunting stripes, conjoined by hand sewing. A 2-pc dark blue wool bunting canton is inset into the upper, hoist corner of the field, bearing a total of 13 white cotton, 5-pointed stars, appliquéd by hand to the obverse side but with the blue cut away on the reverse side and under-hemmed to expose the back of the white fabric on the obverse. Stars are arranged in five horizontal and staggered rows: 3-2-3-2-3, an arrangement that would continue for “boat ensigns” until the practice of utilizing “reduced” star count flags was eliminated in 1916. (Practice of reducing the number of stars on “boat ensigns” to enhance the stars’ visibility on smaller flags had begun in the late 1850’s, but the 13 star arrangement was not adopted until 1862). Flag was finished by hand sewing white twill weave cotton heading along the leading edge of the flag, bearing at each end a hand whipped “button hole” eyelet for ties. Faintly visible on the obverse side of the heading is the name “Chichester” in faded brown (oxidized black) ink, as well as other inscription, which are thought to include “Morris Island”.

The name “Chichester” on the heading refers to Capt. Charles E. Chichester, who commanded a company of independent South Carolina heavy artillery at Battery Wagner, nicknamed the “Gist Guard”. While the “Gist Guard” participated in repelling both assaults (11th and 18th of July 1863) on Battery Wagner, it was most active in turning back the Union assault of the 11th. Referring to his company’s participation, Captain Chichester recounted: “This Company was one of the two artillery companies forming the permanent garrison of Battery Wagner. On the 10th of July they checked the advancing columns of the enemy as they were pressing on victoriously from the south end of Morris Island, and on the morning of the 11th July the desperate assault on that Battery, the charge having been made on one of the guns manned by the Gist Guard, the Yankees having been mowed down by the terrific discharge of grape and canister. Twenty prisoners were taken on the superior slope in front of the gun”. This flag is thought to have been among the trophies taken by Captain Chichester at the time. CONDITION: Field of the flag is much tattered and torn, in part from heavy shipboard usage, in part from age and mothing, and in part possibly from battle damage. Still, for its age and type, it is in good condition and will display well when properly conserved and framed. 4-56477 HMM (15,000-20,000)

CONFEDERATE 2ND NATIONAL “STAINLESS BANNER” MILITARY CAMP OR COMPANY FLAG, 1863-1864. Relatively small (and easily framed) Confederate 2nd National (or “Stainless Banner”) flag, probably used as a military tent flag or as a company or battery color. This flag measures only 21” on its hoist by 37” on its fly and is composed of all cotton elements, hand sewn together. Its field is a light grade, twill weave white cotton, hemmed on all sides; inset into the upper, hoist corner is a 13” square crimson canton bearing a dark blue ribbed cotton St. Andrew’s cross 2” wide, edged on its sides with white grosgrain 1/4” tape, and bearing thirteen, white cotton 5-pointed stars, hand sewn to each side of the cross. The 12 stars on the arms of the cross all measure 1-1/2” across their points, but the center star is slightly larger, at 1-3/4” to 1-7/8” across its points, a characteristic occasionally found on Confederate 2nd National flags emanating from the Trans-Mississippi and from Mississippi. A white cotton heading, hand sewn along the leading edge bears remnants of 2 prs of yellow grosgrain fabric ties at each of its ends for affixing the flag to a small staff. In many of the flag’s characteristics the flag is similar to that of the Savannah “Republican Guards” company color and to 1st National flags used as camp and tent flags in the earlier years of the War. CONDITION: While the canton is in very fine condition, the white field is dirty with some weak areas and a few oil stains; however, with proper conservation and framing, the flag will upgrade to near excellent condition. 4-57205 (17,500-27,500)

CONFEDERATE 1ST NATIONAL (“STARS & BARS”) LANCE PENNON. Due to the shortage of proper cavalry weapons (sabers, revolvers, and carbines) in the first year of the American Civil War, the Confederate War Department formed several regiments of mounted troops as “lancers”, whose sole arm was to be that weapon. Three regiments and several companies of Texans were so equipped, and it was intended to raise at least one regiment of lancers in Virginia as well. To equip this eastern regiment of lancers, the Confederate Q.M. Dept. contracted with a few ladies in Richmond to produce up to 1,000 small (12” hoist by 18” fly), swallowtail pennons to attach to these lances. The design chosen for these swallowtail pennons followed the basic pattern of the 1st National flag of the Confederacy, the “Stars & Bars”, and consisted of three horizontal bars (red-white-red) of equal width with a square blue canton in the upper hoist corner bearing eleven white stars. This pennon is one of those made for the Virginia lancers. Its field is all made from polished cotton, hand sewn and hand hemmed on all sides. The field measures 11-7/8” on its hoist by 16-3/4” to 17” to the points of the swallowtail and 11-3/4” to the cut of the swallowtail, and is composed of three horizontal 4” wide bars: red over white over red. The 7” square blue canton inset into the upper hoist corner, in common with other surviving pennons of this style bears eleven, white polished cotton stars of only four (4) points, hand sewn to each side of the canton. The pennon was intended to be nailed to its lance, and many of the dozen or so that survive bear rusty nail marks where they were affixed. In spite of their colorful appearance, the lances were rejected as a combat weapon in the eastern Confederacy and were sent to storage in Richmond, where most were found (and looted) by the occupying Union forces that took over that city on 3 April 1865. CONDITION: Very good, but fragile with some tears at the ends of the white and lower red bars. Otherwise totally intact. 4-57206 (10,000-15,000)

LARGE (11-1/3’ BY 17-1/2’) 35 STAR UNITED STATES FLAG FROM THE CIVIL WAR, POSSIBLY OF SECONDARY MARTIAL USAGE. Bright and hardly used, large U.S. national flag of 35 stars (official from 4 July 1863 until 4 July 1865, and representing West Virginia’s admission to statehood on 20 June 1863). Although the overall size of this flag (136” – 11-1/3 ft.- on its hoist by 210” – 17-1/2’ – on its fly), is not close to either the U.S. Army “storm flag” (10’ hoist by 20’ fly) or the U.S. Navy “No. 6 Ensign” (10’ hoist by 19’ fly), it is possible that this flag was pressed into use as a “secondary martial” flag at some recruiting rendezvous or over some large public building. Flag is composed of thirteen horizontal, alternating red and white wool bunting stripes, all conjoined by hand, with a dark blue wool bunting 4-pc canton inset into the upper hoist corner, measuring 74-1/2” on its hoist by 70” on its fly. Canton bears thirty-five (35) white cotton, 5-pointed stars set in five horizontal rows of sevens tars each. Each star is hand sewn to the reverse side of the canton (where they measure 8” to 8-1/4” across the points) while on the obverse side the dark blue bunting has been cut away and under-hemmed to expose the white backs of the stars on the reverse. (On the obverse, accordingly, the stars only measure 7-1/4” to 7-1/2” across their points). A white canvas heading, 1-1/4” wide when doubled, has been hand sewn along the leading edge to form a sleeve for a rope that runs its full length and which is looped into eyelets at each end for affixing to the halyards. Reverse side of the heading is finely worked with the embroidered name, “C.S. Stryker” in pink woolen script letters, probably the name of the flag’s owner, or less likely the flag’s maker. CONDITION: Flag is in magnificent, almost new, condition, with only a few noticeable mold stains along portions of the upper edge. 4-56478 HMM (2,500-3,500)

U.S. BUNTING COMPANY PRESS DYED 13 STAR U.S. NAVY “BOAT FLAG” ONCE OWNED BY GETTYSBURG HISTORIAN JOHN BADGER BATCHELDER. U.S. Navy “7 Ft.” Boat Ensign once owned by famed Gettysburg Historian and Monument Authority, “Colonel” John Badger Batchelder. This flag measures 45″ on its hoist by 74″ (currently, but was 84″ when made) on the fly. The flag was manufactured in accordance with the 1867 and 1870 patents of John Holt of Lowell, Massachusetts, which were assigned to the United States Bunting Company, founded two years earlier by former Maj-Gen Benjamin Butler and D.W.C. Farrington. The field is composed of two sheets of wool bunting, the upper 25″ wide imprinted with 7 stripes, the lower 20-1/2″ wide and imprinted with 6 stripes, jointed horizontally by hand to form a field of thirteen horizontal, alternating red and white stripes. Inset into the upper, hoist corner (mainly by hand but with one vertical machine seam) is a sgl width of wool bunting, 24-1/2″ high on the hoist by 37″ long on the fly, press dyed dark blue so as to leave clear impressions of thirteen (13) white, 5-pointed stars, each 5-1/2″ across their points, set in five horizontal, staggered rows: 3-2-3-2-3. A white canvas heading has been hand sewn to the leading edge of the flag and bears a brass grommet (7/8″ OD, 3/8″ ID) at each end for ties to affix the flag to a staff or halyard. This heading is marked on the reverse side (first in black but over printed in blue), “GETTYSBURG 1863”. According to a label attached to the box in which this flag was found, this “flag carried at Battle of Gettysburg. From Col. John Badger Batchelder, who wrote the history of the Battle of Gettysburg for the U.S. Government, and he also was the man who promoted the marking of the Battlefield and compiles the data regarding the position of the troops during the battle”. While Batchelder may have carried this flag with him on one of his numerous post-War trips to the Gettysburg battlefield, it could not have been made prior to 1868. Since Batchelder married Elizabeth Barber Stevens (in 1854), a niece of Benjamin Butler, it is highly likely that the flag was a post-War gift from Butler (who co-owned the U.S. Bunting Company) to the Batchelders. (See Gettysburg magazine, Issue No. 3 (July, 1990), pages 116-127 for an extensive analysis of Batchelder’s career). CONDITION: Dark blue canton is in very good condition with only a few minor holes. Two panels composing the stripes are moth holed in various places, and a 3″ cut along the lower edge has been patched with a period material. 4-57368 HMM (2,000-4,000)

FRAGMENT OF LARGE (ESTIMATED 10′ HOIST BY 20′ FLY) U.S. FLAG. Framed fragment of a portion of two press dyed red and white stripes from a large U.S. flag, consisting of two (and evidence of a third) 9″ wide each red and white stripes from a post-Civil War United States flag. Overall pc is 17-1/2″ to 18″ high, printed by the “press dye” process patented by John Holt in 1867 and 1870, hemmed vertically at each end. As framed, the white stripe is over the red stripe, and a remnant trace of a third (red) stripe is visible along the top edge. CONDITION: Very good, framed professionally. 4-57366 (500-2,500)

BON HOMME RICHARD FLAG FRAGMENTS. 2 flag fragments of wool bunting. One red ¾” x 1”, the other white ¾” x ½” and cut about 1889 from the 12 star US flag mistakenly credited to the Bonn Homme Richard. This flag was touted by the owner (Mrs. Samuel Bayard Stafford) as said flag as early as the CW and it was exhibited as such at the New York City “Metropolitan Fair” of April 1864 by the Stafford family. Error was repeated by George Henry Preble in the 1872 and 1880 editions of his histories of the United States flag. Flag was subsequently given to the Smithsonian Institute where it resides today. However, subsequent research by the curators and conservators at the Smithsonian later demonstrated that the flag was neither from the Revolutionary War nor of the Bon Homme Richard. The discredited flag is now in storage, yet myths die hard. 4-56400 (250-500)

COMMERCIAL SHIP’S “EAGLE JACK” FLAG. Rare (1860-1880) commercial shipping company’s “eagle jack” flag of the type frequently illustrated in Bard Brothers paintings of Hudson River steamers. Flag is rectangular, 54” on the hoist by 78” on the fly. Its field is composed of dark blue wool bunting pieced from three 18-1/2” wide sections joined horizontally by hand stitching with a reinforcement patch (9 1/2” high by 8” wide) in the upper staff corner made from an older section of dark blue bunting. Inset by hand stitching into the field is a white, cotton muslin, out-stretched eagle (in the style reminiscent of the work of Sarah McFadden of New York City (1853-1901). 33” high by 71” across its wings & having a black dot and concentric ring to represent the eagle’s eye. A white (now tan) 2-1/2” wide linen canvas heading is sewn by machine to the hoist edge and bears hand-whipped, large (1-1/4” OD x 5/8” ID) “buttonhole” eyelet at its top and bottom. CONDITION: Very good with a few minor moth holes throughout and one larger moth damaged section about 2” in diameter located 30” from hoist and 4” from lower edge of the flag. 4-55106 (9,000-12,000)

UNUSUAL VARIANT OF THE CONFEDERATE BATTLE FLAG. Variant of the Confederate battle flag with alternate coloration of St. Andrew’s Cross and stars (orange/red stars on white cross), with Fonda Thomsen conservation report and comparative analysis by H.M. Madaus confirming the authenticity of the flag. This flag is one of about ten surviving Confederate battle flags wherein material shortages or misunderstandings among the makers of the flag caused a departure from the usual color pattern of the Confederate battle flag (which was a red field with blue St. Andrew’s cross bearing either white or gold stars). In this instance, the 28-1/2” high by 37” long cotton field is properly colored red (actually crimson) but the 7” to 7-1/2”wide St Andrew’s cross, machine sewn to each side of the field, is formed from white cotton. For contrast, the 3-3/4” diameter stars along the arms of the cross and the 4-1/2” diameter star at the junction of those arms are painted onto the cross with an oil based red/orange pigment. Leading edge of the flag has been dbld over and machine sewn to form a sleeve for the staff, 1-5.8” wide when flat. Although not identified to a specific military unit, according to tradition, this flag emanated in South Carolina during the War. Also included are what are thought to be the orig colored silk streamers, which would have been attched to the wooden standard. CONDITION: Properly framed in accordance with accepted conservation practices and generally in good condition. Some horizontal splits in the crimson cotton of the field, and some mold staining in the lower, hoist arm of the St. Andrew’s cross. Also, contemporary oil bleeding from the pigment used to paint the stars on the field, but no damage to the underlying material of the cross is in evidence. 4-55077 HMM (35,000-45,000)

PERSONAL BATTLE FLAG OF BRIGADIER-GENERAL WALTER STEVENS, CHIEF ENGINEER, CONFEDERATE ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA, 1864. Small, nearly square (19” hoist by 20-3/4” fly- exclusive of the fringe). Silk, personal battle flag of Brigadier-General Walter Husted Stevens, May 2nd, 1861 became captain of engineers assigned to B.G. T. Beauregard, later General J. E. Johnston appointed Stevens, Chief Engineer of the Army with rank of major. May of 1862, Stevens with the rank of Colonel was assigned to the defenses of Richmond. Spring of 1864, Lee appointed Stevens Chief Engineer, Amy of Northern Virginia. When Petersburg fell and Richmond was abandoned in April 1865, Stevens was reportedly the last uniformed man to cross the Mayo Bridge during the evacuation. In addition to the new headquarters flag ordered for him in August of 1864, Stevens was presented with this small, silk Army of Northern Virginia battle flag (probably made by a Richmond sewing circle), which he is thought to have used as a personal flag (as opposed to his camp headquarters). Red silk field of this flag is bordered on three sides with a heavy, 2” deep, metallic, gold fringe and is traversed, corner to corner, by a dark blue, 2-1/2” wide silk St. Andrew’s cross upon which thirteen, 5-pointed stars (each about 1-5/8” across their points) are embroidered in white silk. A 1-3/4” diameter, dark blue, silk sleeve for the flag’s staff completed the flag for field use. Flag is accompanied by a conservation report by Fonda Thomsen and a letter of authentication dated 1998 from H.M. Madaus in which he states “It is the smallest flag that I have encountered (among some 1500 flags examined over the past 30 years) of the battle flag type that was intended for field usage”. CONDITION: Flag has been professionally conserved and framed. While much of the original, red, silk field has deteriorated, the missing portions have been underlined with a similar-colored and appearing fabric to provide an accurate representation of the flag’s orig appearance. Cross, its stars, the fringe, and the heading are all intact and orig and are in excellent condition. 4-56850 HMM (18,000-23,000)

UNITED STATES 39 STAR “ANTICIPATORY” FLAG “THE FLAG THAT ‘NEVER’ WAS”. Representing the anticipated admission of Dakota Territory as a sgl state as a compliment to Colorado’s admission in 1876 as the 38th state. During the U.S. Centennial, it had been envisioned that Dakota Territory (encompassing the present states of North and South Dakota) would be admitted as a sgl (the 39th) state. As a result, several flag manufacturers prepared 39 star U.S. flags to reflect that expectation. However, internal dissention in the territory, primarily over the location of the anticipated state’s capitol, prevented admission of Dakota until 1889 when the territory was divided into North and South Dakota, who were admitted jointly as the 39th and 40th states on 2 November, 1889. This flag, made at the time of the Centennial, is printed on a 15-1/4” wide by 24” long piece of white silk. It has thirteen alternating red and white horizontal stripes, each about 1-1/4” wide; a dark blue canton, 8-3/4” wide by 10” long showing 39 white, 5-pointed stars, each 1” across their points & set in six horizontal rows: 6-7-7-6-7-6’. Flag was intended to be glued or tacked to a small shaft of wood for patriotic parades and rallies. Condition: Very good. Some tearing near the hoist edge and minor color fading from exposure to light. 4-55280. HMM. (400-600)

“BENNINGTON” REPRODUCTION U.S. 13 STAR FLAG. 1960’s ,Valley Forge Flag Company, reproduction of the Bennington Flag. “3feet x 5 feet” (actual dimensions are 33-1/2” hoist by 55” fly). Cotton bunting representation of the U.S. flag once associated with the 1777 Battle of Bennington (Recent conservation reports have established that the “Bennington Flag”- held by the Bennington Museum of Bennington, VT- is unlikely to have been made prior to 1800 and is more likely an 1812 commemorative flag). Nevertheless, throughout the last half of the 19th C. and most of the 20th C., this flag was held by the public as one of the surviving icons of the American Revolution. Reproductions of the design abound in print and as copies of the flag’s design. This reproduction was (as stated on the label affixed to the flag’s synthetic heading) a product of the Valley Forge Flag Company of Spring City, Pa. Blue cotton canton is imprinted with the figures “76” (7” tall and 9” wide overall) under an arc of eleven (11) white, 7-pointed stars, each 2-1/4” across their points with an additional star of the same size in the upper staff and fly corners of the canton. Flags of this pattern were widely reproduced and flown during the American Bi-Centennial and the surrounding years. Condition: Good. Minor soiling but no damage to the flag itself. 4-55121 HMM (100-200)

U.S. NAVY SHIP’S COMMISSION PENNANT. CW period U.S. Navy commissioning pennant (indicating that the ship was officially in service of the U.S. government). Pennant shaped flag is 9” on its hoist by 197” (16.5 feet) on its fly; all hand sewn. Forward portion consists of a dark blue wool bunting section, 9” wide at the hoist tapering to 7-1/4”. Bearing thirteen (13) white cotton, 3-3/4” diameter (2-3/4” diameter on reverse) 5-pointed stars, set in two horizontal staggered rows (7 over 6) and appliquéd to the obverse and with the reverse of the blue cut away to expose the star’s shape. Remainder of flag is composed of a red over a white stripe, respectively 3-3/8” wide over 3-3/4” wide at blue and tapering to a point at its fly end. Heading is made from white (now turned tan) cotton twill weave canvas, 1-3/8” wide, with a hand whipped buttonhole eyelet at each end and is marked with stitched initials “J.P.W.”. Followed by inked letters “[W}illets/1863”. Comes with a cabinet size, sepia tone photograph of Willets in later years taken at Jersey City, New Jersey. Condition: Excellent with only minor mothing. 4-55105 (750-1,250)

EXCEEDINGLY RARE 14 STAR-10 STRIPE UNITED STATES PARADE AND RALLY FLAG, ASSOCIATED WITH NATHAN BEMAN (ONE OF ETHAN ALLEN’S “GREEN MOUNTAIN BOYS”). One of three known United States flags displaying 14 stars, representing Vermont’s admission as the 14th state in 1791. This flag measures 20-1/4” on its hoist edge by 30-1/4” on its fly. Its field is composed of ten alternating, horizontal, white and red, 2” wide stripes commencing at the top with white and ending with red. Each is composed of strips of silk ribbon sewn together by hand. A sky-blue, silk canton, 10-3/4” square, has been sewn to the obverse side of the field in the upper staff corner, and extending part way (1/2”) into the sixth (a red) stripe. No canton appears on the reverse side. After the appliqué of the canton to the obverse side, fourteen (14) white, silk, 5-pointed, 1 1/4” diameter stars were sewn to the canton, which consists of a star in the center of the canton surrounded by a pentagon of five stars. Eight more stars (in pairs) radiate to each of the four corners of the canton. Leading edge of the flag (but not the canton) has been wrapped around a soft wooden staff, 42” long and tapering between 1/2” (at top) and 5/8” (at bottom) and glued in place so that the flag could be waved at patriotic rallies or parades. This flag was found in the attic of a home in Chateaugay, New York at a date after the house’s sale in 1961. House had been the home of Frank Beman (great-great-grandson of one of Ethan Allen’s “Green Mountain Boys” Nathan Beman (b.1757,d.1846). 1920’s era newspaper clipping from Malone, New York includes a photograph of Frank Beman with this flag, and states Nathan Beman, who was orig from Shareham, VT, later moved to and helped settle Chateaugay. It also states that the flag passed thru Nathan’s son George Beman, his children, then to its current owner (in 1921), Frank Beman. Nathan Beman assisted Ethan Allen during the surprise attack and capture of Fort Ticonderoga. It was the capture of its cannons and the eventual delivery to Dorchester Heights in Boston that allowed Washington to beat the British and win Boston in the early days of the Revolution. CONDITION: Very good. Except for the separation of the staff and that portion of the flag glued to it, this flag is in remarkable condition for its age (estimated to have been made as a gift to Nathan Beman at some time between 1795 and 1815). Flag’s colors are rich and bright, and the flag shows little use. Several vertical separations in the silk along the flag’s fly edge due to exposure when rolled on its staff. Two small oil stains are also evident on the flag’s third red stripe (from the top). 4-55274 HMM (10,000-15,000)

RARE & HISTORIC NAPOLEANIC FLAG. This is purported to be the very flag used on Napolean’s launch while at the Kingdom of Elba. Lot includes period red & white striped orig flag pole together with the orig early 19th century flag. Flag was acquired from the Calvin Bullock Collection of Napoleonic items. A photocopy of an orig purchase receipt from E. F. Bonaventure Art Galleries formerly located at 745 5th Ave., New York, NY dated April 29, 1941, and made out to Mr. Calvin Bullock of 1 Wall Street itemizes a group of items purchased by Mr. Bullock on that day. Included is “the Flag of the Service Boat used by Napolean at Elba Isles (has orig pole)”. The receipt further indicates “bought at the Meredith Galleries Inc., Wannamaker Collection, Five Empire Flaggs”. This lot is accompanied by a recent letter of authenticity from noted textile expert, Fonda Thompson, affirming that both textile, thread & decoration is early 19th century. Also included is a report from noted flag historian, Whitney Smith, Ph.D., of the Flag Research Center in Winchester, Massachusetts in which he states “all of the materials (fabric, cord, thread, wood & metal) of this flag are consistent with flags previously examined by me and known to have been made & used in the early 19th century.” Mr. Smith goes on to say “The recorded history of the Elba flag is confused and is based entirely on secondary sources. When Napoleon was sent into exile in 1814 to become ruler of the island of Elba, no provision had been made for a local flag. It is claimed that Napoleon discussed that question with his aides on board HMS Undaunted on 3 May 1814. The following day he arrived at the capital of Elba, Porto Ferrajo, where the flag was hoisted. On 9 May, it was displayed in all the towns of the island. The flag continued to be used as a national flag until 1 March 1815 when Napoleon set sail for France”. The flag is described by Dr. Smith as,”The flag submitted is one of the designs used by Elba at the time it was an independent state (1814-1815). The technical characteristics of the flag are documented as follows. All measurements are approximate due to slight distortions in the fabric that have developed over time. The staff is 97″ long. The (white)flag is 47″ wide and its length is 67″. The three 15″ wide pieces of woven fabric constituting the background are apparently of wool. The top and bottom pieces are selvage. The entire flag, including hoist, fly, diagonal stripe, insets, and heading are hand-stitched.

The (red) stripe is 7-1/4″ wide. It overlaps the upper hoist and lower fly corners equally, such that the median of the stripe corresponds to the diagonal median of the flag. There are pieces of white reinforcement fabric, 5″ square, in both the upper hoist and lower hoist corners, of the same material as the flag. The flag is attached to the staff by four pieces of 1/4″ wide white ribbon equally spaced along the hoist. These are tied around the staff in bow knots. The heading of the flag appears to be of linen. Its fabric has been folded over and stitched along the hoist edge to enclose a cord that runs the length of the heading. The hand-stitched seams have been turned under so that the hem appears on the reverse side of the flag.

The diagonal stripe has inset pieces of fabric appliqued to it, equally spaced along the stripe. On the reverse side of the flag fabric of the field has been cut away within the stitching so that the design of the insets shows through. The fabric of the inset pieces appears to be silk, painted with metallic gold and with details rendered in red and brown paint. The design of each inset shows a bee approximately 7″ wide and 5-1/4″ long.

The background fabric has a number of small stains. The fabric of some of the larger stains has rotted away, leaving holes in the flag. There are several small areas on the flag which have been crudely mended, apparently with silk thread. These repairs appear consistent with work that might have been done by a person responsible for maintaining the flag but lacking in technical skills.

The staff to which the flag is attached is made of wood and is spirally painted red and white its entire length. There is a round flat red truck at its top. The bottom of the staff has been shaved to reduce the diameter of the bottom 1-1/2″ of the staff, presumably in order to allow for the insertion of the staff into some kind of tube or other holder mounted on a ship or building. At the top of the staff is a U-shaped metal staple set 1″ below the truck. The staple extends out of the wood approximately 1/2″. There are two holes in the wood 3″ below the truck suggesting that there may have been another staple there which is no longer present. On the staff, 46-1/2″ from the bottom, there is a metal disk, apparently of brass. It is attached to the pole, presumably by a sharp point extending from the reverse of the disk. The disk bears the numeral 4.

Further information from an unknown source accompanying the flag states “A week after leaving Fontainebleau, the entourage arrived at Frejus where a French sloop was supposed to be waiting to transport Napoleon to Elba and afterwards remain his personal property. Only the English frigate, ‘The Undaunted” lay waiting. When the French frigate arrived from St. Tropez under a Bourbon flag, Napoleon refused to board, preferring he said to sail under a foreign flag than that of the French king. He sailed for Elba on the 29th.

It was on board the Undaunted that the Emperor designed the present flag. As a newly sovereign and independent state, Elba required its own emblem for its independent existence. Certainly Napoleon required a standard, not least for the recognition of his shipping to and from the island.

Bonaparte set to the task and devised a flag based on the Medici design when Florence ruled Elba, a red diagonal against a white background. The three golden bees (a favorite symbol) he had already included in his arms as Emperor, and he added these again. The ship’s tailor quickly stitched two examples of the new flag, one to fly from the ramparts of the fort when the new king landed and the other to adorn the ship’s slip that carried him ashore. Given the size of the present flag, it might be surmised that it was put to a similar use, to fly from a small launch or similar vessel.”

This source also goes on to state, “One contemporary illustration of the Elba flag of 3 bees on a red diagonal against a white field has been found during this research, depicted in a small woodcut vignette on the cover of a London exhibition catalog, A Short Description of the Island of Elba, and town of Porto-Ferrajo, publihsed in 1815 as a guide to a painted panoramic view of the island then on tour. It of course matches the design of the example acquired from Calvin Bullock.”

As mentioned earlier, the flag was acquired from the famous collection of Napoleonica formed by financier Calvin Bullock, the majority of which was sold in Christie’s London 8 May, 1985, this flag was never consigned to Christie’s, but was from a group of items retained by the family and later sold privately to the present owner in 1995. This banner had for many years been displayed along with the rest of Mr. Bullock’s collection at No. 1 Wall Street, accompanied by the following placard underneath: “The Flag of the / Service-Boat / used by Napoleon / at Elbe Isle / Original pole and flag of / service-boat used daily by Napoleon during his sojourn / on Elbe Isle. Napoleon / probably used this boat to / reach the French shore at / Golfe de Juan in 1815”.

This is a very rare opportunity to acquire what is believed to be Napoleon’s personal launch flag used at Elba before he returned to France one final time. 4-56962 (95,000-125,000)

CASED ENGRAVED IVORY “PAGE TURNER” WITH NAPOLEON ON THE INSCRIPTION. 15-3/4” long with the page turner section being over ½” thick. It is inscribed “NAPOLEON / Empereur des Francais Roi d’ Italie, / et Protecteur de la Confederation / du Rhin”. This has been filled with black ink. Case has a built up compartment formed to fit this piece. Outside of the case is cloth & has a metal monogram with a “C” in it. CONDITION: Page turner is excellent. Case is stained & torn along the hinge. 4-55176 (500-1,000)

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE CASED ENGRAVED PAIR OF CIVIL WAR ERA LONDON ARMORY KERR PERCUSSION REVOLVERS. Cal. 38. SN 593 & 685. Spectacular pair of revolvers with 5-1/2″ ovoid shaped octal bbls with brass cone front sights, 5-shot cylinders & 1-pc checkered walnut grips. #593 has “Kerr’s Patent 762” on the right side of the frame and #685 has “Kerr’s Patent 779” on the right side of the frame. Both have flat sided rammer handles with right side mounted back action locks with safeties marked “LONDON ARMOURY / BERMONDSEY”. #593 is wonderfully engraved with extremely well executed foliate arabesque patterns with about full coverage on the frame. Lockplate, hammer & top tang are engraved to match with some light flourishes on the trigger guard. Flats of the bbl have light border patterns with a braided pattern around the muzzle. Steel buttcap and a band around the cylinder are engraved to match. Cylinder also has a braided pattern around the front edge with fine line border around the rear edge. #685 is also engraved, although not so elaborately, and has about 30% coverage fine foliate arabesque patterns with the same design on the bbl flats & a scalloped border at the muzzle. Cylinder has two large panels of arabesque patterns & a fancy front edge border with a fine line border at the rear edge. They are housed in their orig English style, green felt lined, oak casing with brass medallion in the lid, a mortised brass lock with diamond shaped escutcheon & a swinging latch at each front end with a brass drawer pull style handle at the left end. Bottom is compartmented for the two revolvers with a small Dixon bag flask, a pair of ebony & brass nipple wrenches of different lengths, a pair of identical ebony & brass turn screws, a small soldered tin box & a Dixon pewter oil bottle. Back compartment has a brass & ebony jag & there is a small tin of Eley’s caps. It has the maker’s label in the lid with instructions for loading & cleaning as well as use of these revolvers. It seems likely that these revolvers were either purchased by or were a gift to an important or high ranking Confederate officer or possibly even a gift to Capt. Caleb Huse who was sent to England by the Confederacty to purchase arms & ultimately wound up purchasing the entire production of the London Armory who made the Kerr revolver. CONDITION: Both revolvers are very fine with #593 retaining about 85% glossy bright orig blue on the bbl and about 40-50% on the frame. Lock & hammer have traces of orig case colors with the trigger guard & buttcap gray metal color. Grip is sound & retains most of its orig varnish. Mechanics are fine with a bright shiny bore. #685 retains about 90% orig blue overall on the bbl & frame with some light edge wear & muzzle wear. Lockplate retains about 75% faded case colors and the hammer retains about 50% strong case colors. Grip is fine and retains about 90% orig varnish. Mechanics have a slight problem. Trigger return spring is missing and the dbl action spring is weak, otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with some pitting. This appears to be the revolver that was carried. Case is fine & has light nicks & scratches in the lid with some fading & soil inside the lid, moderately soiled in the bottom. Flask retains traces of orig finish with the other tools fine. 4-56475 JR709 (20,000-30,000)

RARE AUTHENTIC IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE KERR REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN E576. Usual configuration with 5-3/4″ ovoid shaped hexagonal bbl with brass pin front sight. It has checkered 1-pc walnut grip with the usual markings in the usual places with “Kerr’s Patent 4605” engraved on the right side of the frame and the number “4605” on the cylinder. Serial number is stamped inside the bottom of the frame & inside the trigger guard. It also has the initials “JS” surmounting an anchor stamped in the wood just below the lower tang (recognized as a Confederate inspection mark). It is accompanied by a converted silverware chest which contains a leather flap holster identified by renowned Confederate expert, John Sexton, as being precisely identical to those known & identified holsters that were manufactured at the Atlanta arsenal. This specimen is unmarked but Mr. Sexton believes it could have been made there, but regardless, is definitely Confederate. Lid contains two Civil War envelopes addressed to “Francis R. Fraser” and dated in 1864. It appears that Fraser was in the 56th Virginia Regiment, Hunton’s Brigade, Pickett’s Division in Richmond, Virginia. Another item is a signed statement by Jerman M. Hunter, 610 Ravenscroft Drive, Petersburg, Virginia, wherein he states that “The Kerr pistol with serial number 4605 in its holster was carried by my grandfather, Private Francis R. Frazer of Brunswick County, Virginia. He was in Company E of the 56th Regiment of Virginia Infantry. Francis R. Frazer married Jennie G. Haskins. This gun was obtained from their daughter, Pattie Wheeler Frazer who married my father, Palmer J. Hunter. She was from Rawlings Sidling near Concord Church in Brunswick County. I, Jerman M. Hunter of 610 Ravenscroft Drive, Petersburg, Virginia certify the above is true.” Signed & Dated 3 April 85. Apparently Mr. Hunter or the person who wrote the letters were confused regarding the spelling of the last name and Mr. Hunter had also confused the patent number with the serial number, which is a common mistake when dealing with Kerr revolvers.

Another card in the case details Frazer’s service with the Confederacy as having enlisted April 15, 1864. He was captured at Farmville on April 6 (apparently 1865) and was paroled on June 12, 1865. There is also a large family photograph in the center, presumably of Mr. Frazer & his family.

CONDITION: Revolver is a dark gray patina with moderate pitting around the muzzle & forcing cone area. Grip is fine, showing moderate to heavy wear, missing the lanyard loop. Handspring or hand is damaged & cylinder does not rotate. Strong dark bore. Holster is suffering from dry rot and the flap has been detached from the body of the holster. Stitching is mostly gone. Two envelopes are yellowed with age with one being slightly water stained, but generally all legible. 4-57096 JR426 (6,000-10,000)

EXTREMELY RARE CONSECUTIVE NUMBERED PAIR OF TEXAS MADE TUCKER & SHERRARD DRAGOON PISTOLS POSSIBLY CONFEDERATE CARRIED. These guns are very rare. They are rarely found. These came in two models. The first model had a square back trigger guard and the lowest serial numbers. The second models had the rnd trigger guard and serial numbers believed to run from 150 or 200 up to approx. 400 – that being the highest known. Also the bbls of these had the tiny V-notch sights on the rear of the bbls. Some of these guns have CW documented histories. There are several articles written on these guns. We know for a fact these guns were started in 1862 under Confederate contract. Some of these guns were completed during the war. Some were completed after the war. These 2 guns recently won a silver medal, number 430, at an NRA show, which accompanies these guns. Considerable correspondence concerning serial number 308 during the 1960’s & 1970’s accompanies this gun along with x-rays done about the same time. This gun, in February 1975, was traded for a first model Colt dragoon, a third model Colt dragoon, a Patterson shotgun, 2 knives and $250 in cash. Interesting bill of sale. Both guns have seen use. Serial number 308 is the better of the 2 guns. All major parts of 308 are serial numbered 308. Including frame, cylinder, bbl housing & back strap. Stocks, loading assembly & wedge are not numbered but appear orig to this gun with matching patina and workmanship. Hammer was not removed but appears orig. Arbor has old braised repair. Arbor has no grease grooves and no serial number but appears orig. All screws appear original. CONDITION: Gun is well used. Metal surfaces are brown/black overall. Pitted overall. Brass trigger guard and back strap exhibit good patina in protected area. Brass shiny where handled. Front portion of trigger guard has been beveled. Arbor is restored. Front sight possibly modified during its period of use with long blade sight possibly with coin. End of hammer cracked. This is a typical feature found on this gun. The end of hammer which forms a lip is often bent, cracked or missing. Serial number 309. Serial number 309 is found on frame twice & trigger guard. Serial numbers are not found on cylinder, back strap, stocks or loading assembly though they appear orig to the gun. Serial number 313 is found on bbl housing internally. On bottom of bbl housing tool marks obscure another serial number including a 3 or an 8. Wedge on this gun appears replaced. Arbor on this gun appears orig and has 20 grease grooves. No serial number found. Neither hammer nor trigger were removed but appear origl. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are gray/brown. Pitted and cleaned overall. Wedge & wedge screw appear replaced. Front sight has been changed from a post sight to a blade sight. Incorporating a small piece of silver or German silver. Stocks are very worn and have a piece of silver inset on right side. There is an added piece of brass behind hammer to back strap, attached with a steel pin. This appears contemporary to its period of use. Bbl housing is a bit larger and overlaps slightly. End of loading assembly has about a 1” repair. 4-57145 JS313 (60,000-100,000)

RARE GARRETT SGL SHOT CONFEDERATE PISTOL. Cal .58. SN 445. 8-½” rnd bbl. This style of pistol has been long referred to as a “Garrett”. Some historians have long felt that this limited model was actually produced by a Northern firm and this example is indeed a very special one in that it retains “A. H. Waters & Co” stampings on the flat of the brass below the nipple (also dated 1852 on the brass near the grip). To our knowledge, this is the only known “Garrett” pistol with markings. This exact pistol was orig. in the Wm. Lock collect ion and is pictured on pg 260 of The Lock Collection book. J&F Garrett of Greensboro NC made approx. 500 of these pistols prior to the Civil War. They are generally considered to be Confederate. CONDITION: Metal parts have been cleaned with a heavy polish on the iron parts and a light patina on the frame. Grips have been lightly cleaned but still have dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. 4-56925 FS33 (3,000-5,000)

CONFEDERATE USED GRISWOLD & GUNNISON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 1355. Scarce type with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl with round top bbl lug. It has a brass pin front sight, full brass frame with brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. Right side of the front strap, under the grip, has the assembly number “A5” along with another assembly number “XII”. The “A” appears on the right rear edge of the frame under the grip, right side of the buttstrap under the grip & on the back of the cylinder. Sub-assembly number “XII” appears on the left side of the buttstrap under the grip. A sgl “5” is stamped on the wedge, rammer handle & bottom right edge of the grip. Entire serial number appears on the bottom of the bbl lug, forward end of the frame & on the cylinder. Cylinder has all six safety pins prominent. Accompanied by a hand written letter dated 2-23-83 addressed to a Mr. Edwards stating that the writer’s great-grandfather, John C. Cate of Niota, TN was apparently the orig owner of this revolver. He apparently enlisted at Knoxville, TN in the Confederate Army & was allegedly at the siege of Vicksburg & later involved with the Confederate Post Office at Knoxville. One of his descendants, Thoms Cate, died in the 1960’s at a very advanced age and the revolver & holster, along with some swords, came into the writer’s possession. Consignor states that the letter was written by Richard Cate a long time friend and direct descendent of John C. Cate. Also accompanying is a lengthy Master’s Thesis written by Deborah B. Lowry in 1999 regarding a very well known house in the East Tennessee area where this revolver & holster were allegedly discovered. This Thesis, in the introduction, relates a visit to the home of Mrs. Anna Cate in Madisonville, TN, known as the Stickley Mansion. Additionally accompanying is a brown leather flap holster stamped on the flap “AUGUSTA ARSENAL/GA” with the visible numbers “86”, probably part of a date in the 1860’s. Back edge of the holster stitching has apparently deteriorated and is now laced with a rough buck stitch with some string stitching near the top. Orig belt loop is missing with belt loop having been cut in the back. Repaired a couple of different times with string & rawhide, now dry rotted & broken again. CONDITION: Fine. No orig finish remains with the iron being a cleaned silver/gray patina with traces of orig blue on the left side of the bbl lug & some dark case colors on the rammer pivot. There is an area of pitting around the muzzle & the muzzle edge shows substantial wear. Cylinder is clean & bright with striation marks & a couple of flaws in the metal & light pitting around the rear edge. Frame & grip frame have light casting flaws, especially on the right side and overall retain a cleaned brass patina, now beginning to patinate. Grips are sound with a filled knothole on the right side & show considerable wear with a fine hand patina. Mechanics are fine, the hammer spring a little soft & the cylinder a loose on the pivot. Bore is strong with some shine & pitting in the grooves. Altogether a fine & rare Griswold in better than average condition. Holster is dry & crackled with damage to the back side and two worn through spots near the tip. Stamping on the flap is almost all legible. 4-57435 JR678 (22,500-32,500)

CONFEDERATE GRISWOLD REVOLVER. Interesting 2nd Model Griswold revolver with SN 2246 as it is the only Griswold known with three character cryptic markings. This gun shows all normal Samuel Griswold characteristics including brass frame and well defined “twist” in cylinder. Griswold hardened its cylinder iron by twisting the bar stock. This is noted in excavations at the Griswold factory site in Griswoldville, Georgia. The SN 2246 is found on the cylinder, frame and bbl housing. The secondary # 56 is found on the wedge, hammer, trigger guard and bottom of the stocks. No SN is present on the loading assembly on the back strap. The Roman numerals VIII are found on the backstrap, frame and trigger guard. The most unusual feature on this gun is the presence of the only three cryptic characters noted on any Griswold revolver. A backwards “SAM” is found on the frame, backstrap and trigger guard. Cryptic “V” is found on the cylinder and an indiscernible cryptic (possibly backwards “J”) is found on the bottom of the bbl. Since these guns were a product of Sam Griswold, could “SAM” be a mark on a gun that he personally worked on or inspected? Why would only one Griswold known have a 3-character cryptic? This is an interesting gun and it is in very good condition for a Confederate revolver, being much better than most Confederate revolvers encountered. CONDITION: Cleaned, gray metal with scattered pitting overall. Cleaned brass with patina in protected areas. Mainspring is new replacement. 4-57204 JS330 (20,000-25,000)

CONFEDERATE GRISWOLD AND GUNNISON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. A nice, hard-used example of this rare Confederate handgun. These were made circa 1862-1864, about 3700 were produced. It is 36 cal. with a six shot rnd cylinder with six cylinder stops. The bbl measures 7-1/2” of the Dragoon style. Two pc iron loading lever stamped “15”. The wedge stamped “15”, the remainder of the gun is stamped with the full SN 715. The bbl is mounted to a brass frame, trigger guard, and back strap with an iron hammer. As described, the full SN appears on the back strap, trigger guard, frame, bbl, and cylinder. The secondary SN “15” appears on the wedge and the loading lever. The trigger guard shows crude casting. The grips are of 1-pc walnut slightly smaller than the grip straps. Samuel Griswold who held a Confederate States contract for the production of revolvers until Union forces destroyed his factory in November 1864 produced these arms. This version is slightly scarcer, having a rnd bbl lug contour. CONDITION: Gun is heavily used and worn, showing a dark, unclean, aged patina. All iron parts have surface pitting. Right side of the brass frame is heavily nicked. Trigger guard has casting flaws. Bottoms of the backstrap and grips have many nicks and dents. Left side of the grip appears to have had some light restoration many years ago. Small chip at the toe of the left side of the grip. Gun functions mechanically well, but is generally loose. A good, well used example of a scarce and desirable Confederate handgun. 4-57192 (15,000-25,000)

CONFEDERATE PRESENTATION COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. A good, early, war Colt Navy with a period engraved presentation and butt strap of the revolver. The presentation reads as follows “Capt. R.P. Lester/Co. E 14th Regt. G.V.I.” all done in large Old English script. The Colt Model 1851 revolver is a 36 cal. revolver with a 6-shot cylinder and 6-7/16” oct bbl. SN 6791, all matched. Silver-plated brass trigger guard and back strap with 1-pc walnut grips. One line New York City address. CONDITION: Gun has seen a great deal of use with no orig finish and bbl reduced to its present length. Retains a medium gray patina overall with no heavy pitting except to the face of the hammer. Cylinder retains about 20% of its rolled scene and about 60% of the silver-plating remains on the trigger guard and back strap. Mechanics are fine. Captain Lester’s obituary, dated December 5, 1902 states that he was born in Laurenceville, Gwinnett County, Georgia, on November 30, 1832 and married Mary J. Waddell in November 1855. He practiced as a lawyer until the opening of the Civil War when he raised a company of volunteers and was elected captain. The company was organized into the 14th GA Regiment and designated “Company E”. Captain Lester fought through the entire conflict and was the Colonel of the regiment when he attended Lee’s surrender at Appomattox Courthouse on April 9, 1865. Colonel Lester died on November 29, 1902. The 14th Georgia formed in July 1861 in Atlanta and served in Lee’s army of Northern Virginia. They fought in the Peninsula Campaign, Seven Pines, Fair Oaks, Cedar Mountain, South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Wilderness, Spottsylvania, and Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. A nice opportunity to own a Colt Navy with a Confederate presentation to a gallant southern officer. 4-57350 CW88 (12,000-14,000)

IMPORTANT AND HISTORIC RELIC COLT POCKET REVOLVER INSCRIBED TO CONFEDERATE GENERAL J.E.B. STUART’S CHIEF SURGEON AND A MEMBER OF MOSBY’S RANGERS. Apparently found in a barn many years ago in Northern VA, is this Colt Model 1849 pocket revolver with a 6” bbl, which is inscribed down the back strap “Dr. Talcott Eliason/C.S. Medical Dept”. Inscription is completely authentic and contemporary with the revolver, which is in untouched relic condition, apparently having been exposed to the elements for many years. The revolver is a standard model with an oct bbl, 6-shot rnd cylinder, brass trigger guard and back strap, and 1-pc walnut grips. SN 224895. Dr. Eliason was born in Alexandria, Virginia in 183__, and is listed in Thomson’s Mercantile and Professional Directory for Virginia in 1851. Dr. Eliason is found in the roster of the 43rd Battalion VA Cav, which was Mosby’s Partisan Rangers. Eliason is also listed in virtually all of General Stuart’s field reports, notably Second Manassas Campaign, where he comments “My division surgeon, Talcott Eliason, besides being adept in his profession, exhibited on this, as on former occasions, the attributes of a cavalry commander”. Other important mentions of Dr. Eliason are in Stuart’s reports for Brandy Station and Gettysburg, where Eliason took position at the Rummel Barn, where he received both Union and Confederate casualties and attended to their care. Dr. Eliason attended Prussian adventurer and notable Southern cavalryman Heros Von Borcke when he was severly wounded near Upperville, Virginia. CONDITION: Revolver is in relic condition. All iron surfaces are dark and heavily pitted. Frame and one side of the cylinder are deeply eroded. Loading lever, catch, and approx. 1/4” has been lost. Cylinder does not advance when the hammer is engaged. Trigger is not functioning. Grips are chipped at the base, heavily worn, and a sliver measuring approx. 1/4” x 1” is missing from the left side at the frame. This represents an opportunity to own a wonderfully orig and historic sidearm related to Confederate General J.E.B. Stuart and Major John S. Mosby. 4-56499 CW91 (8,000-10,000)

CONFEDERATE 2ND MODEL LeMAT TWO BBL PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 1706. This Confederate associated handgun is 42 cal. with a 9-shot rnd cylinder and a 6-1/2” oct. bbl with a 5” 63 cal. shotgun bbl mounted below. The hammer is fitted with a pivoted striker mounted in an iron frame with rounded trigger guard and checkered 2-pc walnut grips. A 2-pc loading lever is mounted on the left side of the frame. This 2nd Model revolver was manufactured in Paris, France during the period 1864 to 1865. CONDITION: Gun has seen a great deal of use but remains in untouched, orig condition with a dark brown patina overall. Markings on the top of the bbl are barely legible, as are other markings and the SN’s. Appears to have all of its orig parts with no replacements. Bbl and cylinder are heavily worn all over. Edges are soft. Gun is mechanically fine. Grips are worn with small chips to the left side base and a hairline crack. 4-57193 (10,000-15,000)

RARE NEW ORLEANS AGENT MARKED CASED ENGRAVED TRANTER DA PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 38. SN 12656. Blue finish with 4-1/2″ oct bbl, small pin dovetail front sight with the top strap engraved “F.T. GUION. NEW ORLEANS.” Probably Confederate used during the Civil War. It has flat-sided frame with 1-pc checkered walnut grip with metal butt cap. It has Tranter’s patent side-mounted rammer, an unusual spring safety with an extended trigger spur for cocking the hammer & rotating the cylinder. When the hammer is at full extension the trigger extends from the front of the bar for pressing or releasing the hammer to fire. It has 5-shot cylinder. Frame, rammer & butt cap are lightly engraved with arabesque patterns. Accompanied by its orig walnut English casing with compartments for the revolver, a turn screw & nipple wrench, a small Dixon bag flask, a Tranter’s patent #80 brass mold with sprue cutter, an ebony, brass tipped wiping rod, a Dixon pewter oil bottle, a lacquered tin box containing several broken skin cartridges, a lacquered tin of Tranter’s patent lubricating composition (about full) and a tin of Goldmark’s caps. Also the orig key is in its own tiny compartment along with another small compartment containing three spare nipples. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine. Retains about 90% glossy orig blue. Grip is sharp with one or two dinged diamond points. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with scattered fine pitting. Case has two cracks across the lid & another in the bottom with light nicks & scratches and retains generous amounts of orig varnish. Lining is lightly faded and soiled in the bottom with some light mothing. Accessories are mostly fine with some light rust on the nipple wrench & turn screw. 4-56860 JR487 (3,000-5,000)

CASED ADAMS DA PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 45. SN 16. Blue finish with 5-3/4″ oct bbl, replacement dovetail front sight & 1-pc checkered walnut grip. It has the distributor’s name “J.W. EDGE. MANCHESTER” on the top strap and “ADAM’S PATENT NO 40, 166” engraved on the right side of the frame and the number engraved on the cylinder. It is accompanied by its orig English style oak casing with brass medallion in the lid and mortised brass lock with rnd brass escutcheon. Case is lined with green felt with the maker’s label in the lid and the bottom compartmented for the revolver, flask, mold & miscellaneous tools. CONDITION: Revolver is extremely fine, having been used very little. Retains 95-97% glossy orig blue with only minor edge wear. Trigger guard is flaked to a medium patina. Grip is sharp with a couple of dinged diamond points. Crisp mechanics, strong bright bore with light pitting. Case is fine with a couple of grain checks in the lid and retains most of its orig finish. Lining is faded & lightly soiled with one small chip out of the label. Mold appears to be a modern reproduction for a 31 cal. and the flask, while an orig “C & J.W. HAWKSLEY”, is for a smaller revolver and has a broken spring. Two of the partitions are loose, otherwise interior is fine. 4-57083 JR435 (3,500-5,000)

ENGRAVED A.B. GRISWOLD, NEW ORLEANS PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .34. SN 19323. 3-7/8” oct bbl. Griswold marking is on top of the frame. There are “TRANTER / PATENT” markings on the frame, trigger and loading lever. Griswold imported many European revolvers before and during the Civil War. The lower trigger is a cocking lever and both must be pulled to fire the revolver. CONDITION: 60% blue on the frame, 40% on the cylinder and traces on the trigger guard. Scattered very light surface rust overall. Grips have about half of the varnish, but do not show much wear on the checkering. Mechanically needs adjusting. 4-56882 FS25 (2,500-3,500)

ENGRAVED T.F. GUION, NEW ORLEANS PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .34. SN 11832. 3-5/8” oct bbl. Marked “Made Expressly for T.F. Guion, New. Orleans” on top of the frame and bbl. Tranter oval appears on the trigger and loading lever. CONDITION: 50% blue on the frame and bbl. Gray patina mixed with rust overall. Grip is heavily worn on the left side and only traces of varnish remain. Trigger return spring is broken or missing. 4-56884 FS26 (2,000-3,000)

CONFEDERATE CANVAS MUSKET SLING. Scarce sewn canvas sling for the 58 Cal. musket. 38-1/2” long with a sewn leather keeper and a 9” long leather-reinforcing panel stitched to the canvas sling. Sling terminates with an iron wire hook. CONDITION: Very good. Canvas is slightly discolored. Keeper is separated. A rare Confederate accoutrement that would make a nice addition to any Confederate long arm. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55144-3 CW35 (2,000-2,500)

CONFEDERATE NAVAL CUTLASS. 21” dbl-edged blade. This is the most common marked naval cutlass, having “CSN” and a fluted anchor cast in pommel. This example is in much better than average condition, being recently found in a local Maine attic, along with some Union material. Sword exhibits a fine scabbard with canvas and leather frog. This is a fine example of a popular Confederate edged weapon rarely seen in its orig scabbard and frog. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered areas of staining and pitting. A few small nicks to cutting edge. Tip is rounded. Scabbard is sound with scuffing, some flaking. Frog is very good. Leather surfaces have some scuffing. Canvas loop and back very good. Reinforced leather tip of scabbard is broken. 4-57142 JS240 (5,000-8,000)

CONFEDERATE SHORT ARTILLERY SWORD. Nice example of the classic Confederate short sword with “CS” cast in cross guard and star cast in pommel. 18-3/8” dbl-edged blade with central fuller. Leather scabbard with brass mounts. CONDITION: Brass surfaces of hilt and scabbard mounts have rich patina. Blade is gray/bright with large areas of pitting and black staining. Blade has been repointed. Scabbard body is sound with crazing and scuffing. Top mount is missing frog button. Drag is missing finial. Scabbard has shrunk from age such that a 3/8” gap is seen between top mount and sword cross guard. 4-57123 JS230 (4,000-7,000)

CIVIL WAR ERA BOWIE KNIFE PURPORTED TO HAVE BELONGED TO A CONFEDERATE SOLDIER. 11-3/4” clip point bowie with well made ricasso. 16-5/16” overall. Has small iron cross guard with 2 quillons cast such that they cover edges of blade. Every surface of the blade, which is ¼” thick at the back, the flats, the edges, and false edges, is skillfully hollow ground suggesting surgical instrument maker’s work. Grip is checkered ebony with brass ferrule at cross guard and pommel. Pommel is flat, ovoid, and has umbrella shaped cap stand. Most likely, the unmarked knife, dating to the mid 19th C, was American made though there is a slight possibility of being from London or Scotland. Attached tag written in ink says “TAKEN FROM A PRISONER OF WAR JAN 6, 1865 AT COLUMBIA SOUTH CAR BY HENRY HESCOCK AND LATER SOLD TO SECOND LIEUTENANT JOSEPH MCCLURE OF CO C 15TH KENTUCKY”. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright. Few small nicks in cutting surface. Grip has longitudinal crack that has been repaired. Overall the knife is in excellent condition. 4-57157 (2,000-3,000)

CONFEDERATE SIDE KNIFE. Heavy 11” blade. This knife is presumably made by W.J. McElroy or Macon, Georgia. It has a solid brass handle with a cruciform guard and a lanyard ring on the pommel. Published newspaper accounts during the Civil War reported that McElroy made a “Lasso Bowie”, the idea being to swing the knife on a rope(lasso) and release to impale the enemy. This is the knife that is accepted as the “Lasso Bowie”. Several variations of this knife exist. CONDITION: Lanyard ring bent. Quillons slightly bent up. Roman numeral VII found on bottom of guard. Blade shows various sharpening marks, staining, and pitting. 4-56934 JS60 (3,000-5,000)

CONFEDERATE LEECH & RIGDON SPUR WITH CAST CS AND STARS. Nice example of Confederate spur probably made by the Memphis Novelty Works. Owned by Leech & Rigdon. CS is cast in back of spur with cast stars at either end. A leather bootstrap is attached to spur. Spur is possibly excavated or an early battlefield pickup. Dirt is still found in protected area of castings. Iron rawl, however appears orig. 4-57153 JS296 (2,000-3,000)

EXCAVATED LA BELT BUCKLE. Fine excavated LA state seal stamped brass belt plate. Mullinax figure 264. Buckle has letter of authenticity signed by Steve Mullinax, author of Confederate Belt Buckles and Plates. CONDITION: Very good as excavated. Detail good of Pelican feeding young. N.O. is clear. This buckle has not been heavily cleaned and still contains orig dirt and corrosion. For an excavated plate this buckle is nice. Bar on reversal plate possibly reattached. 4-57148 JS293 (3,000-5,000)

CONFEDERATE “C.S.A.” ENLISTED MAN’S WAIST BELT PLATE. An excavated example of an authentic Confederate waist belt plate being of rectangular form measuring 2-3/4” x 1-7/8” crudely cast of brass having a 1/8” wide flat faced border, a sand cast background with the raised letters “C.S.A.”. The period after the “A” has “bled” into the bottom serif during the casting process. Cast integrally with the plate are three hooks on the reverse, two of which are slightly bent forward touching the back of the plate. A letter of authentication accompanies this lot from Steven Mullinax, noted buckle authority. CONDITION: Very good. In excavated condition. Wear or slight damage to the lower left hand corner, which occurred either during the casting process or it was light damage incurred during its period of use. Entire surface is dark, recessed places show dirt from being excavated. Belt plate has been out of the ground for many, many years and the edges, the face of the “S,” and the high points on the hooks on the reverse have lost some patina due to handling. 4-57416 CW102 (2,500-3,500)

EXCAVATED WESTERN STYLE 2 PIECE CS BELT BUCKLE. Excavated western style buckle still retains dirt and corrosion as found. Tongue and wreath exhibit slightly different patinas but both pieces match quite well. Buckle is unquestionably orig and a scarce western variety. Accompanied by letter of authenticity from Steve Mullianx, noted buckle authority. 4-57149 JS295 (2,000-3,000)

EXCAVATED 2 PIECE INTERLOCKING CS SWORD BELT BUCKLE. This is a nice excavated buckle with letter of authenticity from Steve Mullinax. Buckle is similar to figure 011 in his book. CONDITION: Very good as excavated. Buckles still retains dirt and corrosion as found. 4-57150 JS294 (2,000-3,000)

SOUTH CAROLINA MILITIA FROCK COAT WITH CONFEDERATE HISTORY . Triple breasted olive drab green wool frock. Contained on collar are 4 Civil War era South Carolina buttons. These cuff-sized buttons are back marked “SCOVILL MFG CO, WATERBURY”. 35 later vintage South Carolina buttons adorn cuffs, tails, and face of coat. These South Carolina buttons are back marked “HORSTMANN, PHILADELPHIA”. These buttons are 20th C. White bullion tape of varying sizes adorn front of coat, collar, cuffs, and skirt edge, like seen on cadet and musician coats. Cut of coat is conforms to CW era, though sleeves are not bulbous and fairly straight. Elbows and cuffs are approximately the same diameter. Elbows being 6”, cuffs being 5-1/2”. There is one internal or tail pockets. Sleeve linings are white cotton; the rest of the coat is lined in a blue/gray material. Coat is housed in cedar box with a card, which reads “This coat was worn during the Civil War by Captain P.J. McCants of the First Battalion of the 14th Regiment of South Carolina Militia. The coat was, to some extent, repaired in 1937”. Letter of authentication by Jim Frasca, noted Confederate uniform authority, accompanies this lot. CONDITION: Scattered mothing, staining, and holes throughout coat body. Many are repaired. One button missing on face. Very good overall as restored. 4-57132 (5,000-10,000)

MAGNIFICENT FRAMED OVAL OIL MINIATURE PORTRAIT OF A CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY LIEUTENANT FROM SOUTH CAROLINA. Oval portrait descended directly from the family of 2nd Lt. John Benjamin Witherspoon Phillips, Company B, Manigault’s Battalion, SC Artillery, (Smith’s Company). Portrait measures 5-1/2” x 4”, is convex in form, and depicts an attractive young Confederate officer. His hair is swept to the left having long sideburns and a combed turned up mustache. He is wearing the gray frock coat of a Confederate 2nd Lt. of artillery with dbl-breasted frock coat with 14-button front, the edges piped in crimson, and sleeves decorated with the braid of his rank. On each side of the collar is a sgl gold bar indicating his rank, 2nd Lt. He is wearing the crimson sash of an officer with a sword belt and stylized oval belt plate. Hanging from his left waist is a gold watch fob and key. Painting is mounted in a multi layered mat, the primary being an oval gilt/gesso and wood frame approx. 1/4” deep overlaid by cream colored mat with a black edge decoration overlaid by a gray colored mat cut in trapezoidal form having a painted blue inner edge. Mats and painting are in a deep fancy wood and gesso frame faux painted to appear as ivory with two black lines. CONDITION: Painting is in excellent condition with bright colors and no defects. I am uncertain as to the substrate upon which this portrait was executed. Its smooth surface convex indicates that it may be painted on ivory or porcelain. CONDITION: Painting is in superb condition. Mats are very good with slight areas of dust and dirt. Frame is good with edged chipping here and there. Some of the gilt is fading. Back of the frame has been recovered in new paper. Accompanying the photograph are a number of documents and post war photographs. There is a post war carte de visite of Lieutenant Phillips standing next to his seated wife in civilian clothes. Photo is mounted on a pink card signed “S.T. Souder, Photo”. Back mark is fancy Victorian printing in gold with an armorial crest “Souder/Charleston,/S.C./263 King St. opposite Hastel St”. In addition, there is a cabinet card of his wife named Virginia Willis Phillips circa 1890 in a black dress with a pair of spectacles pinned to the left shoulder and having a large oval broche at her neck with a portrait of her husband within. Finally there is a photograph of Juilian Phillips in a 3/4 length view in full fraternal regalia (Lt. Phillips’ son). CONDITION: Carte-de-visit is excellent. Slight wear to the top edge. Cabinet card of Virginia Phillips has been severely trimmed, forming roughly an oval. Photograph of his son is bent at the upper right hand corner and has a minor loss to the left-hand corner. Three documents accompany the portrait, one being partially printed oath of allegiance for Virginia Phillips of the District of Charleston, State of SC. Subscribed and sworn on March 24, 1865 before 2nd Lt. William B. Eaton 127th Regiment NY Vol. Second document is partially printed Amnesty Proclamation and Oath of Allegiance for J.B.W. Phillips dated September 4, 1865 before Maj. Levi Stuber, Provost Marshal. Third document is an A.L.S. from Jay Ford Puolean, Surgeon in Charge, Academy Hospital, Chester, SC. The letter reads: “Office Academy Hospital, Chester S.H., S.C., June 3d, 1865. Lt.: J.B.W. Phillips, “Company D” Mani-Gault’s Battalion, A paroled Officer of Johnson’s Army is hereby dischar-ged from this Hospital, to report home in accordance with the terms of his pa-role”. CONDITION: Documents are in very good condition with light foxing overall. Virginia Phillips’ parole has minor losses at the top edges. Lt. Phillips enlisted in Manigault’s Battalion on February 28, 1862 as a Pvt. He became acting Battalion Ordnance Sergeant in June of 1862 and achieved that rank on January 31, 1863. On June 6, 1863, he was elected 2nd Lt. of Co. B and was detached as the Ordnance Officer and Legare’s Point, S.C. He commanded 40 men in action on the Ashepoo in May of 1864. He commanded the reserves at Rivers’ Causeway and spent time on picket duty and in charge of his company at Battery Island and Sucessionville. He participated in the evacuation of Charleston on February 17, 1865 and in the Battle of Bentonville, NC in March of 1865. He was paroled at Charleston, SC on September 4, 1865. A magnificent portrait accompanied by important military correspondence and documents, recently acquired from the Phillips family. 4-55120 (10,000-20,000)

HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE GENERAL OFFICER’S SWORD BELT AND PLATE OF MAJOR GENERAL ISAAC RIDGEWAY TRIMBLE. A most historic offering. We know of only one other documented Confederate General officer’s sword belt to be offered to the public in recent memory. The belt is of brown Russian leather decorated with 3 lines of gilt wire embroidery across the entire face of the waist belt. The fine Russian leather is folded and stitched over a leather and canvas body and sewn on the inside of the belt. Orig to the belt and attached is a magnificent and rare 2-pc MD. state seal belt plate of the highest quality. The belt plate is of cast brass, gold-plated, of 2-pcs in tongue and wreath style, the circular center being a die stamped brass and gold-plated finely detailed depiction of the MD. state coat of arms. The sword hangers are missing. Toward the back of the belt, in period ink, is signed “Major General Isaac Ridgeway Trimble,” which when compared to Civil War period documents containing his signature, this appears to be in the General’s own hand. Also accompanied by letter of authentication from one of the foremost authorities on Confederate buckles, Steve Mullinax. CONDITION: Good. Belt has obviously seen wear but is in very good condition with edge scuffing, slight losses of stitching here and there, and minor fraying to the gold embroidered decoration. Tongue and die stamped center of the 2-pc belt plate has turned a medium green color (verdigris) as opposed to the remainder of the belt plate which retains much of its orig gold wash. Belt and belt plate have been examined by noted Confederate expert Steve Mullinax, who reports “This 2-pc Maryland state seal buckle is on its orig. belt. The cast buckle is 83mm in length with a 54mm gold-gilded brass dye stamp tongue. It is on a 42mm width regulation leather General’s belt with silver-gilt thread making the linear design. The provenance is unquestionable. General Trimble’s name is written in ink on the backside of the belt. It is my considered opinion that Gen. Isaac Trimble’s 2-pc Maryland buckle and belt is of orig. pre-war manufacture, but used by Gen.. Trimble during his Confederate military career in the American Civil War, 1861-1865”. Isaac Ridgeway Trimble was an old man at the beginning of the Civil War, being born in Culpeper, VA. in 1802. He graduated from West Point in 1822 and served as an officer in the Ordnance Corps. and as a “Topographical Engineer” until 1832. He spent the next 29 years of his life as the Chief Engineer and Superintendent for a number of railroads in the Mid-Atlantic region and in the south. He adopted MD. as his home and the Confederacy as his cause. With the opening of hostilities, he operated with local MD. militia units to burn railroad bridges north of Baltimore, thus impeding the progress of troops descending on Washington, D.C. through MD. in response to Abraham Lincoln’s 1861 call for 75,000 volunteers. On August 9, 1861, he was appointed Brig. Gen. of the Confederate States Army and was given brigade command in Ewell’s division. Gen. Trimble proved himself to be a capable commander, particularly in the 1862 Shenandoah Valley Campaign and battles at Cedar Mountain and during the Seven Days Campaign. He was severely wounded at Second Bull Run, which caused him to spend nearly a year in recuperation. Gen. Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson commented on Trimble following this engagement, stating “After a day’s march of over 30 miles he ordered his command…to charge the enemy’s position at Manassas Junction. This charge resulted in the capture of a number of prisoners and 8 pieces of Artillery. I regard that day’s achievement as the most brilliant that has ever come under my observation during the present war”. He served as a commander and aide to Ewell on the first day of Gettysburg and then was assigned to command a division and troops in Picket Charge. He was wounded and captured at Gettysburg. His leg was amputated in a field hospital on the battlefield, and he became a prisoner of war until his exchange in February 1865. While a prisoner, he was promoted to Maj. Gen. to rank from January 17, 1863. In the post-Civil War years, he retired to Baltimore, working as a consulting engineer. He died on January 25, 1888. This offering presents only the second time in recent memory when a notable Confederate Gen. officer’s sword belt has been offered at public sale. Included is a post-war document with Trimble’s signature and a notarized letter of provenance. Trimble’s General Officer’s kepi and yellow silk sash are in the collection of the Maryland Historical Society. Rare indeed, this belt represents the height of finery for a Maryland Confederate officer. 4-57095 (40,000-60,000)

CONFEDERATE CANTEEN ID’D TO CAPT. FREDERICK SAMUEL BASS, CO. K, 1ST TEXAS INFANTRY. Bass graduated from Virginia Military Institute and raised a company called the Marshall Guards. He was promoted to Major the 18th of October 1862 and was a Captain for Co. K, 17th Regt. Texas Calvary; Clough Rangers. He was wounded the 7th of October 1864 and was also Colonel of Co. E, 1st Texas Infantry, Hood’s Bde. He was paroled at Appomattox and at the time was a Brevet Maj. General. The canteen of shallow tin, round in form with cork and metal stopper covered with a layer of bed ticking and then an outer layer of burlap on the exterior on which is stenciled on one side “CAPT. BASS” and the reverse, “1ST TEXAS”. SIZE: 7″ diameter. Folder with much research on Capt. Bass included. CONDITION: Generally very good. Burlap has various stains, some old re-stitching on the seams and one side has a couple of worn holes in the burlap through to the bed ticking (about the size of a thumb). 4-57077 (8,500-10,500)

CONFEDERATE WOOD CANTEEN. Classic Confederate cedar wood canteen about 7” x 2-1/2”, retained with iron bands and iron sling loops. CONDITION: Iron banding is complete but rusted. Wood body of canteen is light in color from old cleaning. 4-57120 JS235 (1,000-1,500)

TWO CONFEDERATE TIN CANTEENS. (1) Classic 6-1/2” tin canteen with one convex and one flat side and tin throat with three tin carrying loops. This is probably the most commonly excavated version of a Confederate tin canteen. This is a very presentable example, still showing large areas of orig surface and large areas of soldering. CONDITION: Numerous dents. Large areas of pitting. Several small pinhead sized holes. (2) About 6” diameter tin canteen with tin carrying rings and tin spout. This particular style canteen is excavated in various military sites from the 1840’s through the Civil War. Leather strap appears to be an old piece of harness leather retained with two iron brads and ends sewn. CONDITION: Canteen overall good. Scattered areas of rusting and pitting. Leather strap is sound, weak at a couple of areas. Thread where ends are sewn appears possibly newer than strap. 4-57119 JS236 (1,000-1,500)

CONFEDERATE WISHBONE BUCKLE AND BELT. Scarce medium sized 2-3/4” x 2-1/4”,genuine, Confederate wishbone buckle attached to 1820 vintage patent leather belt with embossed decorations. Buckle appears excavated. CONDITION: Buckle very good as excavated. Belt is very good with areas of scuffing and wear. Several small areas missing on the backside. 4-57122 JS238 (800-1,500)

RARE CONFEDERATE CANVAS DITTY BAG STENCILED “M.J. FREEMAN/C.S.N.”. An extremely rare relic identified to Chief Engineer of the CSS Alabama, Miles J. Freeman. Heavy canvas bag measuring 16” high x 16” wide with reinforced top and four heavy brass grommets. The face of the bag is stenciled “M.J. Freeman/C.S.N. (over a folded anchor and cannon insignia). A photograph of Freeman exists in the photo album of Edwar M. Anderson in the William Hanley Hoole papers in the Special Collections Library of the University of Alabama. Freeman served under Rapheal Semmes on the famed ship CSS Alabama during iits historic clash with the USS Kearsarge. CONDITION: Very good overall. Bottom corners are worn through. Reinforced top shows much wear with minor separations from the ridge. Grommets show traces of old leather around the rims(perhaps they secured a shoulder strap). Canvas is dark and discolored. Stenciling, in heavy black paint, remains quite strong. An extremely rare and historic survivor from an important officer of the Confederate navy’s most famous sailing ship. 4-57078 CW (9,000-12,000)

UNMARKED PERCUSSION PISTOL WITH CONFEDERATE HISTORY. Cal. 50. 7-5/8” oct bbl. Iron frame is contoured to match the rear of the bbl. Two pins on the bottom of the bbl indicate that it might have had a ramrod pipe at one time. Accompanying the pistol is a note that was found in the bbl “This pistol was taken from a diing dead rebel by John Meeker Co. B51 Regmet (penaslyvania) at the battle of Ronoak Island Presented to B.M.Ganell by J. Meeker”. This is nicely framed with the translation on the front and the orig on the back. CONDITION: Rust brown patina overall, with light surface rust. Grips are chipped around the screw and on the bottom edges. Mechanically good. 4-56877 FS236 (600-1,000)

SIGNED ROBERT E. LEE CDV. Photograph taken from life. Lee is in uniform without military buttons or insignia so this photograph must have been taken shortly after his surrender. Several famous Brady photographs are known in this same coat. Documentation with this photograph states photograph is unpublished. Image is contained in approximate 2-1/2” oval. Below the oval photograph is darkly signed “R.E. LEE”. CONDITION: Card has several stains and minor soiling and scuffing. 2 pin holes above image. Signature is dark and bold. Reverse of card has 2 cent orange tax stamp. 4-57147 JS297 (4,000-6,000)

HAIR CUT FROM THE HEAD OF JEFFERSON DAVIS. Large sample of Jeff Davis’ hair. Many hundreds of hair in an approx 4” x 2” clump. Hair is contained in an envelope with old brown ink ID which reads “hair cut from the head of Jefferson Davis by the Federal authorities while prisoner from Fortress Monroe. Delivered by Mrs. Jefferson Davis by Col Warren S Reese for the benefit of the Monument fund. Handed to Mr. Auto Stoelker and by him to William Black, his successor.” Signed in a different brown ink by Auto Stoelker, February 1, 1895. 4-57144 JS265 (2,500-3,500)

FRAGMENTS OF CIVIL WAR FLAGS. Originally displayed on 6” x 3-1/2” card with old brown which states “I certify that this is a piece of the large flag taken from the State house in Richmond Virginia on the morning of April 3rd, 1865 by a detachment of General Witzells Command, the day of the evacuation of the Confederate capitol. It has been in my possession until this date, Chicago, Ill, March 8, 1886.” Signed “John O. Foster. Late delegate U.S. Chris. Com”. Originally pasted to back of card are 2 approx 4” x 1-1/2” red & white wool bunting. 2) Another flag fragment contained in envelope states. “Portion of the flag of Truce used by _______ in carrying the mails from Fort Sumter to the main land. Charleston Harbor, SC”. Contained in this small envelope is about a 2” x 1-1/2” fragment of a white cotton flag. 4-57151 JS298 (1,000-2,000)

WONDERFUL HISTORIC HAND PENNED BROADSIDE ANNOUNCING A FULL DRESS BALL DATED 1869 WITH FAMOUS GUEST LIST PROBABLY FOR A VETERAN’S GALA, SIGNED BY A HOST OF CONFEDERATE LUMINARIES. The 13-1/2” x 26 “ broadside is entirely hand penned with signatures of 51 prominent people including important Confederate veterans. Included in the list of signatures are Confederate Generals Robert E. Lee, P.G.T. Beauregard, George Pickett, J.B. Magruder, and W.H. Norton, J. Mosby, and others. List also includes philanthropist George Peabody, former Virginia Governor Henry A. Wise, E.G. Booth Jr., Bolivar Christian, and many more. Event was a “Full Dress Ball” on “Wednesday Evening August 25th, 1869”. “Tickets admitting a Gentleman & two Ladies $1.00 – to be had from the Members of the Band or at the Door”. This broadside may be related to a fundraising event for Confederate veterans. It has been framed and matted in recent times. SIZE: Overall measurements are 22-1/2” x 34-1/2”. CONDITION: Excellent with some fading to signatures and light foxing here and there. 4-55095 (27,500-32,500)

PRINTED SILK BROADSIDE, ANDREW JACKSON TO THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES CONCERNING SC’S ORDINANCE OF SECESSION IN 1832. 30” x 21” printed on silk by E Conrad, New York. Bordered by Greek Key Design. Text contains General Jackson’s proclamation in response to SC’s convention to dissolve the Union and secede. “Whereas, a Convention assembled in the State of South Carolina, have passed an Ordinance by which they Declare and will forthwith proceed to organize a separate government and do all things which sovereign and independent states may of right do. And whereas, the Ordinance prescribes to the people of South Carolina a course of conduct, in direct violation of their duty as citizens of the United States, subversive of its Constitution, and having for its object the destruction of the Union!” “I Andrew Jackson, President of the United States have thought proper to issue this my “Proclamation” stating my view s of the Constitution applicable to the measures adopted by the Convention of South Carolina, warning them of the consequences that must result! Strict duty would require me to preserve the peace of the Union. Fellow Citizens! The momentous case is before you. The undivided support of your government depends upon this great question, whether your sacred Union will be preserved! – Andrew Jackson”. CONDITION: Overall very good. Slight staining. About 1/2” band at top of broadside has remnants of glue and paper. This does not affect border or text. Both side edges are good with a few small tears. Bottom edge has soiling and 6 nail holes below border. Some fraying and tearing in bottom border and in text. Tearing in text removes or damages about 10 letters total. All in all this is in fine condition for a silk broadside of this vintage. 4-57152 JS299 (3,000-5,000)

LIST OF SICK SOLDIERS OF THE 13TH LA REGIMENT AT CAMP CHALMET 1861. 15” x 9-1/2” manuscript document listing names of about 40 soldiers with their ranks and ailments. Signed by a Confederate assistant surgeon named Dr. Charles Langenbecker on November 16, 1861. CONDITION: This interesting document has several cracks and breaks. A few holes and scotch tape repairs. 4-57027 JS291 (100-200)

VIRGINIA CONFEDERATE VETERAN’S JACKET AND PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1920 IDENTIFIED TO JAMES SELDEN SEAY OF VIRGINIA. Cadet gray jacket of fine wool broadcloth in sack coat style with a five-button front having five 3-pc Virginia state seal buttons, all back marked “Waterbury Button Co.” Turned down collar. Coat is made in 2-pc. Two buttons are on each cuff. The jacket is lined in brown polished cotton with a pocket in the wearer’s left breast lined in tan-colored cotton and a watch pocket in the left tail lined in tan-colored cotton. The central portion of the back is lined with loosely woven gray wool, having a yellow, red, and white check design. The coat is accompanied by a 6” x 3-1/2” photograph of the owner seated to the left wearing this or a similar jacket with veterans medals, a Southern Cross of Honor, and a slouch hat with a wreath insignia. He is seated next to another gentleman wearing a slouch hat, bowtie, and veteran’s jacket with colonel’s insignia on the collar. I performed a quick search for James Selden Seay’s war service record and found him listed on the website for the Chester County, Virginia Sons of Confederate Veterans, however his regiment was not listed. I located numerous Virginia Confederates with this surname, a little effort in research will turn up a positive identification for this Virginia Confederate. CONDITION: Very good. Couple of small moth holes on the left breast, right breast, left arm, right arm, and tails. Interior lining is worn near the collar and armpits with minor period repairs. 4-57199 CW52 (1,500-2,000)

US NAVY UNIFORM, CHAPEAU WITH orig BOX AND GLOVES OF COMMODORE DANIEL B. RIDGELY. 1) Uniform is regulation full dress tailcoat made of midnight blue wool, having a dbl-breasted front with nine buttons down each side. A standing collar is 2” in height with a 3/4” wide strip of gold tape lace rising at the front of the collar and following the top of the collar all the way around. Buttons are 2-pc gold washed US Navy regulation buttons back marked “E.L.E. & Co. London”. Each sleeve has a 2” wide sgl band of gold lace having two raised bands within and a five-pointed gold embroidered star sewn above. Interior of the coat is lined in black polished cotton with heavy quilting to the breast. Stitched pattern is diagonal and narrow. Inside of the standing collar is lined in black velvet. Sleeves are lined with finely woven unbleached cotton. Tails are lined with gold silk. On the back of the coat, there are two buttons at the waist and one at the bottom of each tail. Bottoms of the tails are unhemmed. CONDITION: Very good. Little or no mothing evident. One set of buttons has been moved to a new location at some time during its use. Interior lining is intact with loose seams and a few tears near thee collar. Velvet on the inside of the collar is worn threadbare across 50% of the collar. Stitching on the sleeve linings is partially separated. Gold silk tail lining has several small holes and numerous light colored stains. 2) Accompanying the coat is Commodore Ridgley’s chapeau de bra made of beaver skin and rising 5-3/4” in the front, 8” in the back with a 1” black ribbed silk ribbon decorating the top edge all the way around. On the face of the chapeau is a large pleated silk rosette measuring 5” in diameter. Each end of the bicorn hat is adorned with a gold and dark blue bullion tassel. Three loops of gold wire braid are loosely attached at the top of the chapeau. Interior of the hat has a red, blue, and cream-colored striped silk lining in the crown, gold embossed in an armorial shield and “Stevens & Butt/7 Market Square/Norfolk, VA”. Red paper surrounds the crown lining and there is a 2-1/2” wide maroon leather sweatband. Hat is contained in its orig box of trapezoidal shape, roughly conforming to the shape of the chapeau measuring 21” across, 12-1/2” tall and 8-1/2” deep. Box is painted dark blue. On the top is an old shipping label, which is inscribed in period ink “Commodore Ridgley, U.S.N. 72 Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore, Maryland.” In addition, there is a shipping label that reads “Adams Express Co. from Nofolk, Virginia.” Interior of the box is whitewashed. CONDITION: Very good. Edges of the chapeau toward the corners are worn. Gold wire gilt and tassels are loose. Rosette is slightly misshapen. Interior is fine. Hatbox shows the expected wear on the interior. Labels are fragile. One small chip out of the right side top. 3) There is a pair of white cotton dress gloves with three lines stitched on the top of each glove. CONDITION: Very good. Light discoloration from use and age. 4) Finally, this group is accompanied by a copy photograph of the USS Santiago de Cuba, the USS Shenandoah, and a blown up view of an engraving of Commodore Ridgely in uniform. 4-55311 CW44 (2,500-4,000)

REGULATION CONFEDERATE NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD. This is a rare and popular Confederate pattern probably less than 20 examples of this pattern and maker exist in private hands. 30-1/2” blade etched with 15” panels on either side with various floral and military motifs, including crossed cannons over a fluted anchor, Confederate 1st National flag over an anchor, and floral decoration. Blade is stamped with importer’s agent name “COURTNEY & TENNENT, CHARLESTON, S.C.”. Blade is maker marked on spine “MOLE”. Guard consists of floral decorations surrounding a fluted anchor over a pair of crossed cannons. Pommel and back strap are a stylized dolphin’s head with scales continuing down back strap. Grip is white sharkskin with triple copper wire wrap. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of pitting. Several nicks to cutting edge. Etched panels are 95% discernible. 80% plus orig gilding remains on hilt, pommel, and back strap. 4-57010 JS143 (15,000-25,000)

RARE CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD. One of the rarest types of Confederate swords. There are only a couple known in this variation. Some believe this is a product of the DeWitt firm of Columbus, GA. Its blade is lightly curved, sgl-edged and measures 31” long with a broad unstopped fuller. The blade shows forged imperfections, typical of sword blades crafted in the south. The hilt is of cast brass, crudely formed having a variant decoration on the counterguard of a crudely cast, snakelike figure between the branches. There is a dimple on both sides of the down turned quillon and an incised line along the base of the reverse counterguard. The crudely cast pommel cap has an upside down “CS” cast on the backside with a central casting line running through it and a large crude laurel leaf decoration. The grip is of wood covered in leather with twisted brass wire wrap. The scabbard is of bridal leather sewn up the backside with crudely made sheet brass furniture. CONDITION: Good. Blade has been lightly cleaned and retains a medium gray patina with scattered areas of light pitting. Hilt is in its orig rough cast form. Once cleaned, but now mellowed to a medium yellow patina. Grip has been rewrapped with new leather and wire in recent times. Scabbard and mounts are of Confederate manufacture and appear to be orig to the sword. Drag has numerous dents. Scabbard is repaired with glued leather patches in two places, and the sewn seam has been glued. A scarce and rare Confederate foot officer’s sword. 4-57235 CW107 (8,000-10,000)

E.J. JOHNSTON FOOT OFFICERS SWORD. Classic E.J. Johnston foot officer’s sword with 29-1/2” stopped fuller blade. This sword is signed “E.J. JOHNSTON, MACON, GA” in an etched panel. Blade is etched in two 20” panels, with various military and floral designs. One side has soldier’s name, which is indiscernible. CONDITION: Polished wood grip is perfect with orig copper twisted wire. Hilt and pommel exhibit yellow patina. Pommel cap shows old filing at tang. Blade is gray/black. Maker’s mark is only partially discernible. 4-56356 JS53 (8,000-10,000)

BOYLE, GAMBLE & MACFEE CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. 28-1/2” unstopped fullered blade. This example has maker mark “BOYLE, GAMBLE & MACFEE, RICHMOND” cast on bottom side of hilt. Brown leather grip with copper wire. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of staining and light pitting. Orig washer. Leather is complete. Wire wrap is broken but appears all there. Remnants of gold paint are seen over grip wire and hilt. 4-57028 JS244 (3,000-5,000)

RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD BY BOYLE & GAMBLE, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA. A fine example of this attractive and scarce Staff and Field Officer’s sword having a 30” sgl-edged blade with broad unstopped fuller. The blade is decorated with etched designs across 60% of its face. At the ricasso, the sword is signed “Boyle ___ Richmond, VA”. The etching is distinctive of this manufacturer and includes a large “C.S.” and broad scrolls and floral decoration. The half-basket style hilt is of cast brass incorporating scrolls, a cornhusk design, and a wreath surmounted by a star having “C.S.” cast in the center. On the underside of the counterguard is stamped the number “45”. The sgl brass knuckle bow terminates at a cast brass pommel cap with a laurel leaf decoration. The grip is of wood wrapped in leather with dbl strand twisted wire wrap. The scabbard is of bridal leather with a dbl line embossed decoration sewn up the edge with its orig sheet brass furniture. CONDITION: Very good. Blade has been cleaned but maintains a light gray patina. Edge has been lightly sharpened. Etching is faint but visible. Maker’s signature is present but barely discernible. Hilt is excellent. Orig grip wrap is tight. Scabbard leather is flexible but the surface is crackled with minor losses here and there. Stitching is loose in certain areas. Scabbard maintains its orig mounts. 4-57388 CW114 (10,000-12,000)

THOMAS, GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER. 35” partially stopped fullered blade with full firm mark “Thomas, Griswold & Co., New Orleans”. This is an excellent example of a popular Confederate officer’s sword. There is an accompanying cloth tag, which reads “THOMAS GRISWOLD & CO, NEW ORLEANS, REBEL SWORD, TAKEN AT NEWBERNE, N.C. AT CAPTURE OF THAT CITY BY GENL BURNSIDE’S FORCES, PRESENTED TO H.W. CLARK BY CAPT. W.B. MARSH, CONN HISTORICAL SOC.” This tag is hard to read and light and has been transcribed onto brass plaque. CONDITION: Brass scabbard is fine with only a couple small dents near drag. Hilt, pommel, and scabbard exhibit matching yellow brass patinas. Grip is very good. Leather exhibits most of its orig shine with only scuffing at a few high points. Twisted brass wire wrap shows verdigris, but is tightly wrapped. Blade is gray/bright with scattered areas of pitting and staining. 4-56956 JS45 (10,000-15,000)

CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD MADE BY DUFILHO, NEW ORLEANS. A Confederate copy of the US Model 1850 foot officer’s sword by this fine New Orleans sword smith. It has a 30-1/2” straight sgl-edged blade with a wide unstopped fuller. Stamped approx. 4” from the hilt is “Dufilho/N. Orleans”. The hilt is of cast brass with a floral decorated counterguard and a sgl-branch knuckle bow with a cast brass pommel, cast with a laurel leaf pattern. The pommel is of New Orleans style 2-pc construction. The grip is of wood covered in black leather and wrapped in twisted brass wire. The scabbard is black bridal leather stitched up the back with heavy brass top mount and drag, which appear to be replacements. The center mount, with a sgl carrying ring, is of sheet brass with a crudely engraved two and three-line decoration, which I believe to be orig to the sword. CONDITION: Sword is in nice untouched condition. Blade has a medium brown, uncleaned patina with numerous areas of surface rust across the bottom half of the blade. Maker’s markings are bold and clear. Hilt is slightly bent. Grip is fine. 4-57230 (10,000-12,000)

LOUIS FROLEICH STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD. 31” unstopped fullered blade. Hilt has the letters “CSA” cast as an integral part of basket. This is one of the most popular patterns of Confederate Officer’s swords made. Brass pommel and ferrule. Leather grip with sgl iron wire wrap. Metal scabbard with brass throat and ring bands. Iron drag. This is the scarcer variety of Froleich staffs without Roman numerals or a cutout over the “C”. CONDITION: Hilt has several bends. Ferrule is loose. Wire wrap is loose. Most of orig grip leather remains with some chipping and wear to the high spots. Blade appears uncleaned. Blade is gray with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Scabbard retains areas of orig black paint. Drag has come loose and has been glued back in place. 4-56353 JS46 (10,000,15,000)

THOMAS, GRISWOLD ARTILLERY OFFICERS SABER. 31-3/4” partially unfullered curved blade stamped “THOMAS, GRISWOLD & Co., NEW ORLEANS”. This is a good example of the brass scabbarded Griswold artillery saber. CONDITION: Grip leather about 50% plus intact. Wire 100% but loose. Blade retains protective washer. Blade is gray with old sharpening and scattered pitting and staining. Hilt is slightly loose. Pommel cap has unusual “cross” cut on top. Scabbard is very good with one large dent near drag and numerous small dents. Scabbard and hilt both cleaned and have matching yellow patinas. Scabbard throat is retained by a screw. Second screw is missing. Screw retention of throat is not a typical Griswold feature, but this appears contemporary to sword’s use. 4-56350 JS49 (8,000-10,000)

THOMAS, GRISWOLD FOOT OFFICERS SWORD IN BRASS SCABBARD. 29” partially stopped fullered blade marked “TG & Co, N.O.”. This is an excellent example of a Thomas Griswold foot officer’s sword with a rare variation of a brass scabbard, such as found on this company’s Cavalry and Artillery sabers. CONDITION: Typical Griswold grip of polished black leather is very good, 100% complete with only a few scuffs and wear to high areas. Patina on hilt and scabbard rich and matching. Blade is gray/bright with scattered areas of staining. Scabbard is very good. Drag has wear from carrying and dragging on ground. Middle mount is missing sword ring. 4-56361 JS47 (10,000-15,000)

BOYLE & GAMBLE FOOT OFFICERS SWORD. 29” unstopped fullered blade etched with various motifs, including a shield with “CSA” and Confederate 2nd National flag. Grip is leather covered with sgl brass wire. Pommel decorated with typical Boyle & Gamble leaf design. Guard is copy of 1850 US with floral design. Scabbard is top sewn leather, originally with three mounts. Missing middle mount. CONDITION: Grip retains most orig leather, though about 50% worn through. Still retains all orig wire. Quillon is bent down on hilt. Hilt exhibits good, mustard colored patina. Etched panels on blade are faint but 90% discernible. Blade is gray with scattered areas of black staining and pitting. Point has been sharpened and re-tipped. Scabbard body is very good. One 1” area of rodent damage. Leather body is covered by protectorate. Top mount is loose. Drag is also loose and is probably a replacement. Patina does not match scabbard tip and throat. 4-56352 JS48 (8,000-10,000)

CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICERS SWORD. 31-1/2” unstopped fullered blade etched with “C.S.” on each side. No maker marks are on this sword. Sword could be a product of Leech & Rigdon, of Memphis, Tennessee or Columbus, Mississippi. Cast flower on bottom of hilt, normally associated with Leech & Rigdon manufacturing, and an oval “C.S.” in guard. Grip is tarred canvas with twisted brass wire over a cord wrap. Scabbard is leather with brass mounts. Two tooled inscribed lines run length of leather scabbard body. Scabbard is center sewn. Between drag and middle mount is a 5” x 1-1/2” paper label, which is partially discernible in old brown ink, reading “From Fort _______ Presented ______ by Farra__”. CONDITION: Blade is bright. Etching is excellent. Some black staining scattered on etched panels. A few small nicks in cutting edge. Blade retains orig protective washer. Grip is near perfect, still retaining its orig polish. Scabbard is crazed. Drag is loose. Brass mounts and hilt exhibit fine untouched patinas. Scabbard has shrunk such that there is an approximate 1/2” gap between throat and hilt. 4-56942 JS41 (10,000-15,000)

SHARP & HAMILTON CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER. 35” partially stopped fuller Cavalry blade. This is a rarely found maker-marked “Sharp & Hamilton, Nashville, Tennessee” cavalry sword. This is the distinctive Sharp & Hamilton sword having a brass cutlass type hilt without branches, iron pommel, capstan rivet, and back strap. Scabbard is the correct iron style with brass rings and pinned iron throat. Grip is typical Sharp & Hamilton later Nashville Plow Works, having very small, tightly twisted brass wire over a leather grip. CONDITION: Grip retains 80-90% orig leather and 90% of orig wire. Leather still shows shine in some areas, though worn at the high spots and one piece torn away. Brass hilt and ring bands cleaned with matching patinas. Blade has a contemporary repair to break midway in length of blade. “SHARP & HAMILTON, NASHVILLE TENN” is mostly discernable in two stamped cartouches on ricasso. Scabbard exhibits numerous large dents. One side of scabbard heavily cleaned, while backside is dark. Scabbard pitted overall. 4-56917 JS44 (5,000-10,000)

CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICERS SWORD. 30” unstopped fullered blade. This is the rarely encountered Louis Froleich made foot officer’s sword with “CSA” in a ribbon on bottom of guard. Grip is leather covered with sgl brass wire. Quillon exhibits Roman numeral XXXIX. Iron scabbard is brass mounted and throat has the Roman numeral XI. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of cleaning and pitting. Hilt and brass mounts on scabbard exhibit good patinas. Grip is very good, retaining all orig wire. Leather is chipped and worn on high spots. Scabbard is very good, still retaining brown paint over most of the body. Scabbard is about 2” longer than the sword. 4-56363 JS42 (10,000-15,000)

NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER. 34-1/2” unstopped fullered blade. Hilt has the letters “CSA and NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS” cast into the bottom of guard. Leather grip with twisted brass wire is contained by brass ferrule, and brass back strap and pommel. Iron braised seam scabbard with iron drag has two large brass ring mounts. This scabbard is Confederate but is not the scabbard normally associated with Nashville Plow Works. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered pitting. Numerous small nicks in blade. ½” of point is broken off. Grip leather is about 90% intact. Twisted brass wire appears complete. Brass scabbard mounts and brass hilt exhibit similar patinas. Scabbard body is brown with one dent. Scabbard lacks throat. 4-56362 JS50 (8,000-10,000)

CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER IN WOOD SCABBARD. 35” straight unfullered blade. Brown leather grip. Small brass branched hilt with brass ferrule and brass pommel cap. Scabbard mounts are made from tin with brass rings. Scabbard is made from two pieces of wood pinned together. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with areas of cleaning and black staining. Grip is fine, much of leather surface exhibits orig shine with several areas scuffed. Only one strand of orig iron wire remains. Scabbard is very good, wood body shows numerous scratches and scuffs. Throat and middle mount are very good, showing some orig black paint. Scabbard lacks drag. 4-56918 JS55 (6,000-8,000)

MODEL 1840 PALMETTO CAVALRY SABER. 36” slightly curved blade marked COLUMBIA, S.C. Cord wrapped, leather grip with twisted brass wire. Iron mounted scabbard with sgl pin holding throat. This is a fine example of a usually well-used Confederate secondary sword. CONDITION: Leather grip is about 100% intact. Protective washer is missing. Blade is uncleaned and has scattered areas of orig shine under areas of rust and staining. “COLUMBIA, S.C.” marking is especially well struck on ricasso. 4-56351 JS52 (4,000-6,000)

CONFEDERATE INSCRIBED NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD. Model 1852 US Naval officer’s sword made “AMES MFG Co. CHICOPEE, MASS 1852”. This sword is US Navy inspected, meaning it was purchased by government for US Navy officer in 1852. Sword has light, contemporary inscription to the top mount of scabbard that reads “REBEL S_ _ _, C. S. HALE, CSA 1861”. On opposite side of same mount, “1” is inscribed. On top of guard, another large “1” is inscribed. 26” blade is maker marked “AMES MFG CO. CHICOPEE, MASS”, ricasso is stamped “1852, P, RBH”. 13” etched panels on each side of blade show various patriotic Naval motifs. Grip is white sharkskin with gilded twisted wire. Typical 1852 hilt with “USN” in ribbon. Pommel has dropped winged eagle with stars on top. Leather scabbard with three brass mounts. Blade of drag is inspected “P”. CONDITION: 80%-90% gilt wash remains on hilt, pommel, and scabbard mounts. Grip is very good with wear to sharkskin at high spots. Blade is gray. Etched panels are clearly seen. Remnants of green paint are found on blade. Scabbard has glued repair at drag. Blade retains protective washer. 4-57011 JS142 (4,000-6,000)

ENGLISH IMPORT CONFEDERATE OFFICERS SWORD. 33” stopped fullered blade, etched with dropped wing eagle with “CSA” shield. 11 stars are in a crescent above eagle’s head. Blade is agent marked “Halfmann & Taylor, Montgomery Alabama and London”. Hilt is 3-branched with brass back strap and decorated brass ferrule. Grip is sharkskin with triple wire wrap. Scabbard is iron mounted and the type typically found on US non-regulation foot swords. Pommel cap shows old lead solder, showing hilt has probably been off this sword. This pattern blade has never been seen with this hilt prior to this specimen, but it could be contemporary. CONDITION: Hilt is very good. Grip wrap is very good, retaining all orig wire. Blade is gray. Etching is very good. Few nicks in cutting edges of blade and scattered black staining. Scabbard is very good, several small dents, gray brown metal surface. 4-56354 JS51 (3,000-5,000)

CONFEDERATE FIELD AND STAFF OFFICERS SWORD WITH FLOATING “CS” IN HILT. 30-1/4” unstopped fullered blade. This sword is known to have been made by the firm of Leech & Rigdon, originally of Memphis, Tennessee, later of Columbus, Mississippi, and finally of Greensboro, Georgia. A similar sword to this was carried by Missouri Confederate General Joseph Shelby during the Civil War. Grip, as with most Leech & Rigdon products, is leather wrapped over cord, and finally, covered with twisted brass wire. SN 223 appears on blade (near ricasso), both ring bands, and all three scabbard mounts. Scabbard body is center sewn. CONDITION: Blade is gray/brown and uncleaned with areas of scattered pitting and staining. Hilt and scabbard mounts exhibit deep, mustard colored matching patinas. Grip wire is almost totally gone. Cord is intact with about 25-35% of leather is missing. Blade retains original, red Moroccan washer. Drag is missing blade and is loose. Seam in scabbard has split open at most of its length. 4-56359 JS43 (8,000-10,000)

CONFEDERATE STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD. Upon first glance, this sword appears to be a product of Louis Froleich of the Confederate States Armory in Kenansville, North Carolina, but this 29-1/2” unstopped fullered blade bears a partial stamp of “B. DOUGLAS & Co, COLUMBIA, S.C.” We are not sure that this is a product of Douglas or just an agent stamp, but the grip is fatter and more bulbous than a typical Froleich, and the ferrule is taller, being almost 1”. Accompanying Confederate scabbard is leather bodied, center sewn, has two Boyle & Gamble styled mounts. CONDITION: Grip is fine, retaining all orig leather and wire. Hilt, pommel, and ferrule exhibit good yellow brass patina. Top scabbard mounts have dark, rich, mustard colored patina. Leather scabbard body is very good and is coated with protectorate. Drag is reproduction. 4-56360 JS57 (10,000-15,000)

SOUTH CAROLINA MILITIA OFFICERS SWORD INSCRIBED TO FRED E. RANGER. 1840’s vintage Horstmann imported militia sword with Indian princess pommel. Decorated reverse “P” guard ending in eagle head quillon. Languet is decorated with South Carolina state seal. Solid brass scabbard is engraved with various floral and geometric motifs. Reverse of scabbard is marked “425 and HORSTMANN” in stamped cartouche. Grip consists of decorated brass ferrule with two mother-of-pearl slabs. Mother-of-pearl slab on reverse is finely engraved “Fred E. Ranger”. 31” blade is decorated in blue and gold with military trophies. Blue and gold panels are about 12” on each side. CONDITION: Mother-of-pearl slabs are near perfect with only one small chip at bottom at right of front slab. Hilt and scabbard exhibit strong traces of gilding. Other metal exhibits mellow yellow brass patina. Blade is bright. Blue and gold panels are bright but show some light staining and light rust. Several nicks to cutting edge. 4-56355 JS64 (6,000-8,000)

CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. 30” unstopped fullered blade. Brass florally decorated 1850-pattern hilt. Hilt has New Orleans features, including split pommel. Grip is polished black leather with twisted black wire. Accompanying scabbard is brass mounted. Scabbard is top sewn and brass mounts are attached with screws. CONDITION: Blade is gray/black, pitted, and has areas of resharpening. Scabbard body is solid. Drag is replaced. 4-57118 JS232 (3,000-4,000)

CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER MADE BY MEMPHIS NOVELTY WORKS. 35” unstopped fullered blade. Brass 3-branched hilt is marked “THOMAS LEECH & CO, MEMPHIS NOVELTY WORKS”. Grip is twisted copper wire over leather. Accompanying scabbard is iron with brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade is gray with areas of cleaning and pitting. Leather washer is replaced. Grip is probably rewrapped. Scabbard is restored. 4-57117 JS231 (4,000-6,000)

A HISTORIC CAPTURED UNION OFFICER’S SWORD WITH PRESENTATION TO AN OFFICER OF THE 1ST SOUTH CAROLINA VOLUNTEERS. The sword is a non-regulation US staff and field officer’s sword having a 30-1/2” lightly curved, sgl edged blade with etching covering about 60% of its face. The sword is unsigned of European manufacture. The etching includes an American shield, eagle, and “US” surrounded by floral and military decorations. The hilt is of cast brass having a basket style hilt with a down turned wing American eagle perched on top an American shield set upon a stand of flags. The opposite counter guard is decorated with a circle having a pierced quatrefoil. The pommel has a band of oak leaves at its border. The grip is of wood covered in leather with triple strand brass wire wrap. The scabbard is of German silver with a brass throat, two ring mounts, and drag. Between the two sword mounts is inscribed, “Taken near Winchester, Va./Presented by/The members of Co. F/to 2nd Lt. Josiah Cox 1st S.C.V”. CONDITION: Good. Blade has a dark gray patina, the surface of which has been cleaned. Etching is visible. Tip is deeply pitted. Remnants of old glue are present at the ricasso. Hilt is slightly loose. Grip is fine. Scabbard has numerous dents and dings with one large dent about 5” above the drag. The 1st S.C. Inf. was one of the regiments raised in S.C. to lay siege to Fort Sumter, after which they were sent to VA. By the spring of 1862, the enlistments of the first draft of men had expired. The unit was reorganized in the spring of 1862 combined with the Darlington Guards to become the Pee Dee Light Artillery. Lt. Josiah Cox is listed as the junior officer in Company F. The unit was under the command of Brigadier General Maxey Gregg and later C.W. McCreary. The Pee Dee Light Artillery fought throughout the eastern campaigns of the Army of Northern VA, most notably at Antietam, Fredericksburg, & Chancellorsville, and formed a unit of the Confederate artillery that opened the Battle of Gettysburg. Its rare indeed to find a union sword captured and presented to a Confederate officer. 4-57338 CW77 (3,500-5,500)

CONFEDERATE NEW ORLEANS FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. 30-1/2” unstopped fullered blade. Cast brass decorated 1850-style pattern hilt with New Orleans features, including split pommel. The sword is entirely unmarked, but most likely made by Dufilho. Grip is of wood wrapped in leather with twisted brass wire. No scabbard. CONDITION: Good. Blade has a lovely untouched plum/brown patina. Medium to heavy pitting only on the bottom 2-1/2” of the blade. Hilt is excellent and finely cast. Grip has been rewrapped with replacement twisted wire. 4-57197 CW64 (2,000-2,500)

CONFEDERATE UNMARKED CAVALRY SABER. This type purportedly manufactured by the Atlanta Mfg. Co. but is unmarked formerly considered in the “Dog River” category. The blade is nearly straight with an unstopped fuller measuring 35” long and sgl edged. The sword retains its orig buff leather throat washer. The hilt follows the pattern of a US Model 1840 cavalry saber but is of diminutive size. The three-branched guard is of cast brass. The pommel is crudely cast with a large casting flaw on the backside. The grip is of wood with a brass ferrule at the base and wrapped in brown leather with twisted brass wrap. No scabbard. CONDITION: Sword is in untouched and uncleaned condition with a dark gray blade, having a couple areas of surface rust and light pitting overall. Hilt has a mellow aged appearance and the grip is complete but the leather is dry. 4-57196 CW65 (2,000-2,500)

IVORY-HANDLED CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE. 15” clip point Bowie with iron d-guard and two pinned ivory slab grips. This is the first ivory-handled knife we have seen that we feel is probably Confederate. CONDITION: Blade and hilt are gray/brown with pitting overall. Pins holding ivory slab are also brown/gray and pitted. Ivory slabs fit well with only a couple small gaps from shrinkage. Ivory is stained where in contact with iron guard. Several hairline cracks in ivory, one extending the entire length of one slab, but grips remain sound and tight. 4-57013 JS145 (4,000-6,000)

CONFEDERATE COURTNEY & TENNENT NAVAL CUTLASS. 19-1/2” dbl-edged sgl fullered blade marked in rectangular cartouche on ricasso “COURTNEY & TENNENT, CHARLESTON, S.C.”. Standard three-branched guard with crosshatched compressed leather slab grips. CONDITION: Blade is smooth gray/brown with some areas of staining, light pitting. A few nicks in cutting edge. Blade appears varnished. Outside branch on guard is bent down. One, leather slab worn and loosing its shine and texture. Other side retains most of its orig shine and cross-hatching. 4-57012 JS144 (3,000-4,000)

CONFEDERATE NAVAL CUTLASS. 21” dbl edged blade. This is a nice example of the Confederate Naval Cutlass with “CSN” and “fluted anchor” cast in pommel. CONDITION: Blade is in as found condition with several nicks to cutting surface. Blade is black/brown with areas of rust and pitting. Cleaned at ricasso. Hilt has been cleaned. Remnants of old polish in pommel devices and feathered grip. 4-55139 JS97 (3,000-4,000)

LOT OF 2 CIVIL WAR BRASS HANDLED SABER BAYONETS. 1) 22-1/2” unfullered blade marked “COLLINS & Co., HARTFORD, CONN”. SN 9159 on brass hilt. CONDITION: Blade bright with scattered areas of staining. Hilt is inspected “FCW”. Pleasant yellow color. One bend to muzzle ring. 2) Confederate style 20” dbl-edged blade with two central ridges. SN 596 on cruciform guard. CONDITION: Blade is black and heavily pitted. Locking spring is black and heavily pitted. Brass has pleasant patina with some black staining. 4-56367 JS65 (1,500-2,500)

19TH CENTURY HANGER. Interesting brass hilted hanger with 22” blade. We have seen at least one more of this pattern before. It was purported to be Confederate, but this sword could just as easily be of some other origin, though it does appear to be of that era or earlier. Blade is hand forged with long unstopped fuller. Grip is cast brass with concentric ring design. Hilt is a brass D-guard with quillon ending in flat ball. CONDITION: Blade is gray with areas of sharpening and old finishing marks. Several nicks are found in cutting surface. Grip is good with nice patina. Worn through at high spots. 4-56993 JS233 (1,000-2,000)

CONFEDERATE RICHMOND 58 CAL. CARBINE. A very nice example of the scarce Richmond carbine. Bbl measures 25” with pinched front sight and standard M1855 type three-leaf rear sight on a walnut stock held by two iron bbl bands having a brass nose cap, iron trigger guard, and brass buttplate. Ramrod is of steel with a tulip shaped head. The lock plate is of C.S. Richmond mfg marked “C.S. Richmond, Va.” in front of the hammer, and the date “1863” vertically to the rear. One of the two iron bbl bands is marked with a horizontal “U”. There is a sling swivel mounted to the bottom of the buttstock immediately behind the trigger guard tang. The number “27” measuring approx. 1/4” high is stamped in the wood between the rear sling swivel and the trigger guard tang. The top bbl flat at the breach is dated “1863,” and the “V/P/” eagle head proof marks are visible at the breach. In addition, the letters “LW” are visible on the oct breach just above the stock on the left side of the carbine. CONDITION: Very good. Right face of the buttstock has been scarred by numerous tack holes and a U-shaped gouge (approx. where a patch box might occur) presumably by the mounting of old identification plaques now long gone. Gun appears to have been together throughout its period of use, including the ramrod with the notable exception of the lock plate and hammer, which are ill fitting and whose condition does not match the rest of the metal parts on the carbine. All metal parts have a medium gray patina with heavy pitting near the breach. Lock plate shows traces of its case hardened finish, which does not match the rest of the metal surfaces on the gun. Several old gouge marks on the stock opposite the lock. Bbl shows evidence of having its breach plug removed. Numerous vice pinches on the bbl flats and the tang. Walnut stock is NOT cut for a Maynard tape priming device and thus is likely of Confederate manufacture. 4-57194 (5,000-10,000)

CONFEDERATE RICHMOND 58 CAL. CARBINE COMPOSITE. A made up example of the scarce Richmond carbine. Bbl measures 25” with pinched front sight and standard M1855 three-leaf rear sight on a walnut stock held by two iron bbl bands having a brass nose cap, iron trigger guard, and iron buttplate. Ramrod is of steel with a tulip shaped head. The lock plate is of C.S. Richmond mfg marked “C.S. Richmond, Va.” in front of the hammer, and the date “1864” vertically to the rear. CONDITION: Good. Composite carbine made up of various parts. Bbl shows the shadow of its former sight mortise 5-1/2” forward of the tang. Removal of the lock plate reveals the distinctive “cut” for the Maynard tape primer within the lock plate mortise. Ramrod is a replacement. Stock is cracked at the wrist and has been repaired. Numerous repairs to the stock are found towards the rear of the lock plate. All metal parts are dark and uncleaned covered with medium pitting. Buttplate is heavily pitted. 4-57195 CW67 (3,500-5,000)

RARE IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE RIFLE/MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. 1861 Springfield rifle/musket with usual markings and configuration. Left side of the stock is neatly hand carved “J.D. McADAMS Co I 26 NCT”. The 26th North Carolina Troops (NCT) was organized in 1861 with Pvt. J.D. McAdams enlisting in Tennessee County, NC at Camp Vance on 12-7-61. He is listed as 24 years old. This unit fought at Gettysburg and on July 2, 1863 lost 588 of 800 troops. On July 3rd they lost an additional 120. The 26th had the gruesome distinction of having the highest casualty rate of any Confederate Unit at Gettysburg. The Unit survived and surrendered with Lee at Appomattox Court House on 9 April 1865. This musket was unquestionably a captured rifle and at one time was used in hand to hand fighting as there is a very deep sword cut about half way up the bbl. Accompanied by an orig Civil War Era musket sling with brass hook that has been crudely carved “SLOW”. CONDITION: Very good. Metal retains a dark brown heavy patina. It was cleaned a long time ago with some draw filing & deep pitting and now has this dark patina. Rear sight has one broken blade. Stock has a couple of hairlines back of the lockplate, otherwise retains a very dark patina. Inscription is clear. Sling is fine with a reconditioned dry crackled surface with about 50% orig finish. Mechanics are fine, strong crusty bore. 4-57353 JR775 (7,500-12,500)

RICHMOND RIFLE-MUSKET. Cal .58. 40” bbl. Bbl proofed “VP” over “eagle head” and deeply stamped 1864. Lock is marked 1864 rear of hammer and “C.S.” over “Richmond, VA” forward of hammer. This is a very scarce Richmond model. Few 1864’s were made or survive. This gun appears 100% orig and authentic and is in as found condition. CONDITION: No rifling in bore. Stock has been lightly sanded. Metal surfaces cleaned and gray. Lock markings sharp. “VP eagle” sharp on bbl. Bbl date 1864 barely discernible. Pitting at bolster. Rear sight is missing leaves. Brass buttplate and nose cap have nice matching patinas. 4-56330 JS40 (10,000-15,000)

RARE CONFEDERATE RICHMOND TYPE 1 RIFLE/MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Standard early type with 40″ bbl with square base front sight/bayonet lug & a 900-yard ladder musket rear sight. It has a tulip head ramrod, three iron bands, brass nose cap, 2-pc trigger guard with swivels & a “US” marked buttplate tang with “U” marked bbl bands. It has the first type lockplate with “RICHMOND, VA” marking on the toe of the plate & “1861” vertically behind the hammer. It obviously was made from a variety of captured U.S. parts including an 1855 style hammer with the cutter bottom edge for Maynard tape primer. Left side of the buttstock is very clearly stamped “Co H. 11th CM”. This was obviously a hard used Confederate musket. CONDITION: Fair to good. No orig finish remains with the bbl having moderate to heavy pitting with all the metal retaining a cleaned bright finish. Stock is sound with a wonderful hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine, dark crusty bore with strong rifling. 4-57233 (9,000-12,500)

ASSEMBLED 1855 RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. 40” part oct bbl. Lockplate is dated “1861” at the rear, and only the “US” is visible at the front. Bbl date has been defaced by filing. “US” inspector marks appear on the bbl, and buttplate. Other parts except the replaced ramrod are too pitted to show. CONDITION: Heavily cleaned bbl with moderate pits still showing. Heavy pitting on the flat and rounded bbl bands. Stock has been repaired at the wrist using plastic wood. Parts are missing from the primer mechanism but the lock functions otherwise. 4-56331 X109 (500-1,000)

WHITNEY SPECIAL MODEL MUSKET. Cal. 65. 40” part oct bbl. The humpback lockplate is marked “E. WHITNEY”. Other parts assembled. The stock has two faint cartouches. The rear sight and ramrod are reproductions. Front swivel is missing. The buttplate and forearm tip are brass. These were assembled by Whitney after the Civil War using surplus parts. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with moderate pitting and vice marks at the rear of the bbl. Tang is broken. Wood has heavy dents and scratches with some oil soaking. Mechanically good. 4-57256 FS185 (1,000-2,000)

RICHMOND MUSKET. Cal. 58. 40-1/4” bbl. Short humpback lockplate dated “1863” at the tail with “C S / RICHMOND× VA” at the front. The remains of US inspector marks are on the upper left flat of the bbl. The bbl bands have the standard “U” proof mark. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with light pitting, except at the muzzle where it has been turned or cleaned for a bayonet. Ramrod is a replacement. Stock is good. Action is fine. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55700 (5,000-8,000)

RICHMOND LOW HUMP RIFLE MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 63. NSN. 40” part oct bbl. This composite rifle has mostly US musket pieces. Brass forearm tip is possibly Confederate. Bayonet is from an Enfield musket. Lockplate is dated “1863”. CONDITION: Bbl has been cleaned to gray with pitting at the breech. Stock is good. Lock is fine. 4-56906 (2,000-3,000)

CONFEDERATE USED HALL MODEL 1819 CONVERSION MUSKET. Cal. 54. NSN. Confederate conversion of this flintlock musket is quite unusual. It has 32-3/4″ bbl with two bands, sling swivels & the arched iron trigger guard/grip. Conversion was accomplished by forging part of a hammer onto the bottom jaw of the flintlock hammer with a nosecup added. Frizzen & pan obviously were eliminated with a nipple added. Left top side of the frame is stamped “S. CAROLINA”. It is accompanied by a Confederate converted socket bayonet that apparently didn’t fit so well as it sticks when installed and there are heavy hammer marks on the bottom of the neck. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains about 80% strong orig brown with a few nicks & dings & a scrape toward the muzzle. Top of the frame has been wire wheel cleaned with heavy pitting. Stock was apparently shattered through the wrist and is now very nicely repaired with a replaced section behind the receiver & some fill on the left side by the receiver. It has a crack forward of the trigger guard and there are four notches carved in the comb. Overall it has usual handling & use marks and generally retains a fine hand worn patina. Bayonet is silver/gray with moderate pitting. Mechanics are fine, strong sharp bore with light pitting in the grooves. 4-57272 JR774 (4,000-7,000)

AUSTRIAN WENZEL CIVIL WAR RIFLE/MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Fine contract musket with 37-3/8″ oct to rnd bbl, square base front sight/bayonet lug & a 900 meter musket rear sight. It has full length birch stock with three iron bands, iron furniture, slotted head ramrod & sling swivels. Stock has a cheekpiece. Right side of the butt has been amateur, period inlaid with small metal tubes “ANTIETAM”. CONDITION: Fine. Was in superb condition when captured and has hung in a lodge or above a fireplace for a very, very long time & has a very heavy coating of smoke that is a dark crusty patina. Forestock has twisted, otherwise the wood is sound with a few gouges, nicks & dings. Mechanics are crisp, bore is strong with crusty rust. 4-57299 JR772 (1,250-1,750)

VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY MUSKET, CONFEDERATE CONVERSION TO PERCUSSION. 39” bbl. Lock plate is marked “VIRGINA MANUFACTORY” forward of hammer. Rear of hammer is marked “RICHMOND 1815”. Conversion to percussion is done via a braised bolster, which was done by several contractors in Richmond and other sites in the South. A fixed rear sight has been added. Because of this addition, bbl was probably rifled, though bore is too rusted to tell now. “ASSEMBLY #1” occurs externally on all metal parts, including trigger guard, three bbl bands, and buttplate and lock escutcheon. CONDITION: Metal surfaces are gray/black, cleaned around bolster, pitted. Tool marks along breech of bbl. Hammer screw is replaced. Wood shows numerous dings and scratches. Ramrod is reproduction. 4-56910 JS72 (2,500-5,000)

TANNER MUSKET. Cal. 72. 40-1/4” rnd bbl. Back action lock marked “TANNER & CIE “. This a moderate quality Belgian musket, thought by some to have been used by the Confederacy, but this is probably a confusion with the Tanner &Co. who worked in Texas. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with light moderate pitting. Stock is battered but still solid. Mechanically good. 4-56914 X76 (1,000-1,500)

CONVERTED EUROPEAN MUSKET. Cal. 82. NSN. 42” rnd bbl. Drum and nipple conversion. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Brown patina overall, with light to moderate pitting, heavier at the breech. Wood has been repaired and refinished. Mechanically good. 4-57335 FS207 (400-600)

EXCEPTIONAL & EXTRAORDINARY EXHIBITION QUALITY GEORGE WOSTENHOLM & SONS LARGE BOWIE KNIFE. This wonderful knife is 17-1/2″ overall with an 11-3/4″ spear point blade that has a 5-7/8″ back grind. Blade is 1-5/8″ at the ricasso and has a 1/2″ wide full length fuller on each side. Left side is decorated with dbl cornucopia, one having fruits, nuts & grains and the other flowers, with both ends having foliate arabesque patterns with leaves on one end and leaves & acorns on the other end. Top left side of the blade is marked “GEO WOSTENHOLM & SONS WASHINGTON WORKS / CELEBRATED HUNTING KNIFE SHEFFIELD” around a large “I*XL”. It has tortoise shell covered wooden grip panels with serrated 2-pc ferrule and large left & right hand leaf pattern quillion hand guard with serrated edge center. Accompanied by its orig, red leather, gold embossed sheath with German silver throat & tip. Also accompanying is a copy of p. 22 of “I*XL MEANS I EXCEL” by W. Williamson. This exact knife appears as item 9 and he states that it was probably made for exhibition display. It was most likely the 1852 New York City Expo at the Crystal Palace. This is one of Wostenholm’s finest examples of the Gold Rush Period. CONDITION: Very fine. Blade cleaned a long time ago but retains its complete orig full shape. Hand guard is slightly loose and the left tortoise shell panel has a couple of cracks. Right panel has a crack, is missing a small chip near the ferrule & a large piece at the pommel end. Sheath was broken through the middle & is now repaired. Throat is missing the two screws & stud with a few minor dents. Tip has a dent on each side, otherwise colors are bright with moderate wear and a stain near the top. Altogether a most rare Bowie in fine condition that would make a fine addition to anyone’s collection. 4-56976 JR633 (20,000-30,000)

EXTREMELY RARE COLLINS JAGUAR HEAD BOWIE KNIFE. Rare Collins Bowie with 9-7/8″ clip point blade, etched on both sides with foliate arabesque patterns. Left ricasso is lightly engraved “COLLINS CO” in script letters. Handle is cast bronze with scroll shaped dbl quillions, with very detailed jaguar head pommel. Both sides of the handle have deep relief oak leaves & acorns. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Blade retains 60-70% etched patterns on the left side and 85-90% on the right side. Left side of the blade has areas of heavy pitting with moderate pitting on the right side. Top quillion is bent but intact. Handle shows light wear having been cleaned a long time ago and now has a fine medium patina. Left side of the hand guard has some light pitting with some light hammer marks on the back of the grip and into the top quillion. Blade has a large nick missing near the tip with some smaller nicks further down the blade. A very rare & desirable Bowie. 4-57088 JR417 (7,500-12,500)

HIGH QUALITY INSCRIBED CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S SIDE KNIFE IDENTIFIED TO CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER, CAPTAIN ANDREW H. EMBLER, 59TH NEW YORK. An incredibly important Civil War officer’s side knife belonging to a gallant officer who was the recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor. Knife has a 5-5/8” long blade measuring 1” across that is diamond shaped in cross section. It has a sgl cutting edge with a spear point tip and rudimentary false edge at the top. Blade is stamped “G. Woodhead/36 Howard St/Sheffield.” Blade has a German silver counterguard with scalloped quillons having two stag horn panels of affixed to either side of the tang with German silver pins. On the left grip is an elongated, stylized shield, having the hand engraved inscription “A.H. Embler”. Scabbard is of tooled black leather, embossed with a gilt line and an acanthus leaf decoration on both sides, the front of the scabbard has a gold embossed panel of scrollwork. Top mount and drag are of German silver. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade is bright with a few minor areas of peppery surface darkness. Hilt is fine with a very small hairline crack through one of the retaining pins. Scabbard is very good with numerous small scrapes and scuffmarks. Finial from the top mount has been lost. Embler begin his service in a three month unit designated the 71st Regiment New York Militia Infantry, which entered United States Service on April 10, 1861. It left New York for Annapolis, Maryland, arriving in Washington, D.C. on April 24. It was assigned to duty at the Washington Navy Yard. They were then attached to General Mansfield’s command in McDowell’s army of Northeast Virginia and participated in engagements at Aquia Creek, Matthias Point, and Bull Run. This unit performed escort duty at the funerals of Colonel Elmer E. Ellsworth, and Captain Ward, United States Navy. Regiment was mustered out July 30, 1861. Embler accepted a commission as commander and captain of Company D in the 59th Regiment New York Infantry, organized in New York City in November 1861. Embler served with the 59th New York until his discharge on March 31, 1865. The 59th was a hard fought unit, beginning their service in Washington, D.C., and then joining the Army of the Potomac at Harrison’s Landing in the summer of 1862. They participated in the South Mountain and Antietam campaigns in September, after which they did duty at Harper’s Ferry. Following is a partial list of their extensive engagements: Fredericksburg, “Mud March”, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Bristoe, Mine Run, Wilderness, Spottsylvania, Assault on the Bloody Angle, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, Ream’s Station, Hatcher’s Run, Sailor’s Creek, Appomattox Courthouse, and the surrender of Lee. Citation awarding Embler the Congressional Medal of Honor relates to the regiment’s action at Boydton Plank Road, Virginia on October 27, 1864. Citation reads as follows: “Charged at the head of two regiments which drove the enemy’s main body, gained the crest of the hill near the Burgess House and forced a barricade on the Boydton Road”. Captain Embler led this action and was at the forefront of this charge that forced the Confederacy to retreat. Embler was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor on October 19, 1893. 4-56977 CW47 (8,000-10,000)

SCARCE EARLY HUBER LARGE BOWIE KNIFE. Unmarked, probably by Horstmann of Philadelphia. Our knife is 15-3/4″ overall with a 10-1/8″ clip point Bowie blade marked on the left ricasso “–BER / STEEL” and “PHI—-“. This is a partial stamping for Huber Steel & Philadelphia. It has a 4″ sharp back grind. Our knife has a fine downward curved crown stag handle with German silver pommel with two iron pins. It has a 1/8” thick German silver hand guard with dbl elliptical shapes. It is accompanied by two pieces of its orig leather sheath that has a German silver throat with shield shaped stud. It is nicely decorated with criss-cross lines near the top. German silver tip is missing as is a portion of the middle of the sheath. A fine American made Bowie that likely would have seen use on the Western Frontier. CONDITION: Very fine, unsharpened, with two tiny nicks in the edge with some minor spots of light rust. Handle is fine with a strong old patina. Sheath, as noted, is dry, missing most of its orig finish. 4-57414 JR635 (3,000-5,000)

EXTREMELY RARE C. ROBY & CO. FIGHTING KNIFE. This extremely rare knife was made by the famous sword company of West Chelmsford, Mass in the period 1860-65. Our knife has a 9-1/8″ clip point blade, 1-5/16″ at the widest with a diamond shaped blade. Left ricasso is marked “C. Roby & Co. / W. Chelmsford / Mass.” It has a rnd ribbed walnut handle with brass ferrule & cast eagle head pommel with the tang pulled through & peened over. It has a 13/16″ x 2-1/4″ oval shaped iron hand guard and has an old braided rawhide thong through a hole in the eagle’s beak. A similar knife is pictured as figure 67 on p. 52 of American Knives, Peterson. Knife in the book, while nearly identical in shape, appears to be substantially larger in size. It lists a blade of 9-3/4″. CONDITION: Fine. Blade is cleaned metal with moderate pitting about half the length of the blade and some fine pitting elsewhere. Hand guard has a slight bend and the handle has chipped ribs. Eagle head pommel is fine with light wear. A truly rare Civil War fighting knife. 4-57415 JR636 (5,500-7,500)

OVERSIZED EAGLE HEAD HOMEMADE BOWIE KNIFE. With scabbard having a 24-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ flat clip-point blade with saw-toothed back and a massive brass handle with cast eagle pommel and “S” shaped hand guard. Scabbard is professionally made with a red leather tip & brass throat. CONDITION: Blade is a dark patina with moderate to heavy pitting. Handle shows heavy wear with a medium brass patina. Tip of one guard differs slightly in color and may have been an old, period repair. Scabbard is crackled & worn and retains 40-50% of its orig black finish with damaged tip. Throat is dinged & dented. 4-57075 (2,000-4,000)

EARLY 19TH CENTURY EUROPEAN NAVAL BOARDING OR FIRE AXE. This axe is a large European style broad axe dating to the period 1800-1840. Face measuring 5-1/2”, tapering to a circular socket, which is 1-1/4” in height and terminating in a four-faceted pointed and down turned spike. Deeply stamped on the left face is “M” measuring approx. 1/4” in height surmounted by a crude stylized crown. The haft is of oak carved with a knob as its base and carved rings approx. 3” and 5-1/2” from the base. CONDITION: Axe head is black and uncleaned with light pitting and surface rust overall. Edge is dull. Haft may be contemporary with the head or an early replacement during its period of use. 4-56949 CW98 (1,000-1,500)

US NAVAL BOARDING AX. Rare War of 1812 Era Naval boarding ax. Stamped on blade is “U.S., NYW, JT”. The “NYW” denotes manufacture at the Navy Yard Washington. “JT” stands for the inspector, Captain Joseph Tarvell, who inspected naval weapons at the Navy Yard during the War of 1812. CONDITION: Iron surface is uncleaned, black and pitted. Spike has been beaten blunt. Hasp appears untouched but has some weathering where in contact with the iron. Orig ball at hasp’s end has two inscribed lines circumscribing it. 4-56923 JS56 (4,000-6,000)

US NAVY BOARDING AXE. A scarce and desirable Civil War period US Navy boarding axe, being a hand forged head of iron measuring 12-1/2” from tip to blade, having an oval socket and a large sgl spiked end with a wide ax blade measuring 3-1/2” at the face and being returned with two sharp triangular teeth to the socket measuring 1-1/2” across. Right face of the cutting blade is deeply stamped “US/VIM” in letters, which are 1/4” high. Haft is of oak and measures 22-3/4” in length and is held to the head with a rivet from either side. CONDITION: Very good. Face of the blade shows medium to deep pitting but has been cleaned to a medium gray appearance. Blade has been sharpened numerous times. Haft appears to have been with the boarding axe for a long time, but may be a replacement during its period of use. Rare and scarce US Navy boarding implement. 4-56922 CW97 (1,500-2,500)

SPANISH AMERICAN WAR RELIC AXE WITH HANDWRITTEN HISTORY. Hand-forged, broad-bladed axe with a 2-pronged claw forged to the butt end. Face of the blade measures 3-7/8”. Axe is 6-3/8” across and with haft measures 15-3/4” long. The left face of the axe is stamped with two lines and a touch mark, which are indiscernible. Glued to the top of the haft is an old paper label with a handwritten inscription in period ink which reads as follows: “This hatchet was taken from the ARSENAL, at Cavetae, Manilla when DEWEY took that place from the Spanish in May, 1898. Presented by the GUNNER of the U.S.S. “Raleigh” when she was dismantled at this navy yard after the war with Spain. Kittery Maine, Oct 11th 189__/Wm. M.C. Philabrick”. CONDITION: Axe head is crusted with rust overall, is in an uncleaned, untouched state. Haft is orig, slightly splintered at the head, and showing traces of green paint. Inscribed tag exhibits minor water damage at one corner and a couple of minor fractures, but is virtually all discernible. 4-56866 CW96 (200-300)

FABULOUS ANTIQUE NORTHWEST COAST HAND FORGED SALMON SPEAR. Spring-loaded, side pcs have barbs to retain a salmon in check. Sliding the ring forward tightens the outer ring. Center spike, which has a damaged point. CONDITION: Shows considerable age with rust & pitting. 4 -55169 (250-450)

RARE IDENTIFIED CIVIL WAR CASED SURGEON’S KIT. American-made by G. Tieman of New York. Kit is housed in a walnut casing 16-3/8″ long x 6-3/8″ wide x 3-1/2″ deep divided in the middle. Set has ebony handles with bright steel blades and consists of a large bone saw, a small dbl sided saw, a long skinny saw with 5″ blade, three knife-looking scalpels with 4-7/8″ blade, 7-1/2″ blade & 10-1/2″ blade, a small scalpel with 2-3/4″ blade & a small tool on the butt, a hooked probe, pair of lockable tweezers/forceps, dbl ended scoop-looking tool, two different sized trepanning tool with a detachable horn handle and a brass & canvas tourniquet. Appears to be one tool missing from the rear edge. Also included are two packets of surgical silk thread & an envelope with hand written notation, 1/2 dozen surgeons needles (which is empty). There is a small compartment with a small cleaning brush, the orig key & a piece of chamois containing seven curved surgeon’s needles. Accompanied by a business card from Dr. W.E. Clark, which has a hand written note that this case was owned by Capt. Henry L. Barnes of the 21st Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War and was carried on Sherman’s March to the Sea. There is a letter dated March 10, 1948 from Dr. Edward C. Barnes, the son of Henry Barnes with Edward Barnes biography, which indicates his father was in the Civil War with Sherman. Captain Henry L. Barnes is listed and confirmed as Assistant Surgeon in the 21st Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry along with William Hoyt, Asst. Surgeon and James T. Reeve, Surgeon. The 21st Wisconsin was organized and mustered in August 1862 in and around Fond Du Lac, Manitowoc and Waupaca. They left for war taking their place in Kentucky to participate in the Battle of Perryville where, positioned in front of artillery, they took heavy casualties before being force to retire. Leaving for Nashville they were assigned to Rosecran’s Army of the Cumberland. In that assignment they fought at Missionary Ridge and Lookout Mountain. With Sherman they engaged at Resaca, Big shanty, Kennesaw Mountain, Chattahoochie River, Atlanta, Jonesboro, Sherman’s March to the Sea, The surrender of Johnson’s Army and the Grand Review. CONDITION: Very fine. Case is about fine with a couple of small cracks & a chip in the lid. Lining is moderately faded, but pretty much intact. Tools are all very fine but with a spot or two here & there of light surface corrosion. Partition around the tourniquet is loose. A very rare American-made set identified to a Wisconsin surgeon, in very fine condition. 4-56995 JR488 (3,000-5,000)

RARE CASED COLT BABY DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 3569. One of only about 15,000 of these little revolvers made in the period 1847-1850. Our revolver has a 4″ oct bbl with 2-line New York City address with serifs reading muzzle to cylinder. It has 5-shot cylinder with Indian fight scene and a sgl safety pin. It has silver-plated grip frame with square back trigger guard and 1-pc walnut grip. It is accompanied by an orig Colt casing with olive green felt lining compartments in the bottom for the revolver, a dbl sided eagle & shield Colt type flask, a brass 2-cavity Colt’s patent mold & a tin of Eley’s caps. There is a triangle shaped compartment in the back with lead balls & the orig key. This exact revolver appears on p. 68 as item #38 in the book, Samuel Colt Presents Wadsworth Atheneum Hartford, produced in 1961. At that time this set was loaned by Mr. Clare F. Short and also included an “L”-shaped nipple wrench, which is no longer with the set CONDITION: Extremely fine, probably unfired. Retains about 95% strong orig blue on the bbl with a thin spot & some very fine pitting on the left flat & left top flat. Cylinder retains about 96-97% strong orig blue with minor edge wear & one small area of very fine pitting and overall retains 96-97% Indian fight scene. Frame & hammer retain most of their orig case colors, lightly faded with some patina on the back of the recoil shields. Cylinder pin even retains most of its case colors. Back strap & trigger guard retain 92-93% orig silver-plating & the grips about 97% strong orig varnish with a couple of minor nicks. Mechanic are crisp, brilliant shiny bore with one or two tiny spots. Lid of the case has several cracks with a couple more in the bottom but retains most of its orig factory varnish. Lining is lightly faded & soiled with some water staining in the bottom. Flask is fine with traces of orig finish and about 75% blue on the spring. Mold & cap tin are fine. 4-57146 JR486 (30,000-50,000)

EXTREMELY RARE CASED ENGRAVED COLT BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 11686. Usual configuration with 5″ oct bbl, 2-line New York address, brass grip frame & square back trigger guard with deluxe flame grain walnut 1-pc grip. It has early Colt style engraving consisting of exhibition quality & coverage foliate arabesque patterns with full coverage on the frame and extensively over the bbl lug & rammer pivot. Muzzle & rear edge of the bbl lug have fine border engraving. Back strap, butt strap and bottom of the trigger guard have full coverage matching arabesque pattern engraving with a flourish around the serial number on the front of the trigger guard. Hammer is also engraved in dolphin or wolf’s head pattern with borderlines down the full length. It is accompanied by a very rare orig casing with beveled edge top & bottom. It is lined with blue velvet with compartments for the revolver, a 2-cavity brass Colt’s Patent bullet mold without sprue cutter and a sgl side eagle “e pluribus unum” Colt style flask. This exact revolver is pictured on pp. 37 &40 of The Colt Engraving Book Volume One, Wilson. Mr. Wilson refers to this engraving pattern as early vine style. Casing pictured in the book is different than the casing currently with the revolver. CONDITION: Good to very good. All matching including the wedge. Rammer handle has only a “3”. No orig finish remains on the iron parts being a cleaned medium gray patina. Engraving is fine with about 50% stagecoach hold up scene still visible. Hammer nose has moderate to heavy pitting. Grip frame retains about 90% strong orig silver-plating. Several of the screws are lightly battered. Grips have a grain check on the right side and retains most of an applied finish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with light to moderate pitting. Case has several grain checks in the bottom, otherwise is sound with minor nicks & scratches and a couple of small bruises and retains most of its orig varnish. Interior is bright in the lid with light impression of the revolver. Bottom is intact showing moderate to heavy wear & light soil. Mold & flask are extremely fine. 4-56807 JR423 (17,500-27,500)

VERY RARE ENGRAVED EARLY COLT MODEL 1848 BABY DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 868. Very early Baby Dragoon with 4″ oct bbl, 2-line address, brass pin front sight, 5-shot cylinder with silver-plated grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. Frame has full coverage, very nice engraving in the very early vine pattern consisting of nicely executed foliate arabesque patterns with a dash border pattern. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains traces of orig finish in the very sheltered areas being mostly a medium to dark brown patina with good sharp edges on the bbl flats & around the lug. Frame retains traces of case colors in the very sheltered areas & in the capping cut. Grip frame retains 25-30% orig silver-plating, mostly around the trigger guard & top of the backstrap. Cylinder is a dark patina with some scattered light pitting & retains 15-20% Indian fight scene. Grips are quite worn with a chipped left toe & retain a dark oiled patina. Mechanics are fine, strong dark bore. 4-56805 JR536 (8,000-12,000)

RARE COLT MODEL 1848 BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 445. Rare little revolver with 5″ oct bbl without rammer. It has a brass pin front sight & 2-line New York City address, reading cylinder to muzzle. It has 5-shot cylinder with rnd cylinder stop holes and brass grip frame with square back trigger guard and 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains about 85% thinning orig blue, dull & turning brown on the right side of the bbl lug. Cylinder has no safety pin and retains an overall blue/brown patina with traces of orig blue. Overall the cylinder retains 85-90% Indian fight scene. Frame is a dark blue/gray patina and the grip frame retains about 70% thin silver-plating. Grip is sound with minor nicks & scratches. Some battering on the bottom & retains most of an old refinish. Several of the screws are slightly battered. Mechanics may need minor attention, bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light to moderate pitting 4-56806 JR447 (8,000-12,000)

RARE COLT BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 9353. Made without loading lever with 5″ oct bbl, 2-line New York City address, 5-shot cylinder with oval cylinder stops. It has silver plated brass grip frame with square back trigger guard & 1-pc walnut grip. Cylinder has its one orig prominent safety pin. CONDITION: Fine, all matching including the wedge. Overall retains a mottled silver/brown patina with traces of orig finish in the very sheltered areas. Grip frame retains about 95% orig silver plating. Grip is sound and retains most of an old restored finish. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with a few spots of pitting. 4-57215 JR614 (3,000-6,000)

RARE COLT MODEL 1848 BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 13485. Five-shot revolver with 4″ oct bbl, 2-line New York City address with serifs & rare attached rammer. It has silver-plated grip frame with square back trigger guard and 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 85-90% good orig blue with some flaking to light patina. Rammer handle retains most of its orig bright case colors. Cylinder retains 15-20% thin orig blue with balance a light patina and some scattered spots of pitting and retains 75-80% orig stagecoach holdup scene. Frame retains traces of case colors, being mostly turned to silver. Screws have some slipped slots. Grip frame retains 65-75% orig silver with the front strap mostly brass. Grip shows light wear around the edges with a few nicks & dings and retains about 95% orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate pitting. A rare revolver in hard to find condition. 4-56808 JR537 (5,000-8,000)

RARE COLT BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 12268. Usual configuration with 5″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 2-line New York City address with dashes. It has the attached rammer. Cylinder is 5-shot with stagecoach hold-up scene. It has brass grip frame and 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very good to fine. No orig finish remains having been cleaned & artificially aged and now retains a soft, light brownish patina with some light pitting on the frame. Cylinder has been cleaned & artificially aged and retains about 70% stagecoach hold-up scene. Three of five safety pins are prominent. Grip frame retains traces of orig silver-plating. Grip has a hairline on the left side and has usual nicks & scratches showing moderate wear & retains 50-60% orig varnish. Good mechanics, strong bore, dark with moderate pitting. 4-56373 JR448 (3,000-5,000)

CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 235772. All matching including wedge. Cal 31. 5” oct. bbl. A standard one line NY address although the case is a London case. Lining of the lid is missing and the directions sheet is a reproduction. Blue lined bottom of the case has fitted compartments for the screw driver/nipple wrench, the iron bullet mold, a bead and pillar powder flask, a Japanned cap box, some reproduction nipples, and an incorrect cleaning rod. CONDITION: 75% casehardening colors on the left flat of the frame, traces on the loading lever. Bbl has about 50% blue mixed with pitting and light surface rust. Cylinder has been turned and only about 30% of the scene remains. Grips retain about 75% orig. varnish. Lid of the case has several cracks that have been nailed and filled. Bottom cracks have not all been repaired. Lining in the bottom of the case is faded and stained. Screwdriver has been modified. Bullet mold has been cleaned but retains most of the orig. blue. Cap tin is scratched. Flask is dented and resoldered. The key and escutcheon are missing. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55751 X-8 (2,000-3,000)

CASED ENGRAVED COLT POCKET MODEL 1849 REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 121288. Fine, Gustav Young engraved pocket model Colt with 4″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, “Sam’l Colt” engraved on the top flat. Frame has full coverage foliate arabesque patterns in Mr. Young’s finest hand. Left side of the frame has one of his trademark dog’s head incorporated into the patterns and “COLT’S PATENT” is engraved in his typical ellipse. Hammer has full coverage engraving on both sides and his trademark wolf’s head is on both sides of the hammer nose. Rammer pivot and about 70% of the bbl are also engraved to match. Top of the backstrap has Young’s trademark fan and there are flourishes of engraving on the backstrap, buttstrap, trigger bow and the sides of the trigger guard plate has a wavy pattern. It has a 5-shot cylinder and silver plated brass grip frame with deluxe, burl walnut 1-pc grip. It is accompanied by an orig Colt walnut casing with velvet lining and the bottom compartmented for the revolver, a sgl-sided eagle with shield E. Pluribus Unum flask, a brass 2-cavity Colt’s Patent mold without sprue cutter and a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all matching except the wedge and that has had the number obliterated in an apparent attempt to tighten the bbl/cylinder pin fit. Bbl, cylinder, rammer and hammer retain a dark patina with traces of orig finish in the very sheltered areas. Frame retains a mostly dark patina with some dark colors in the very sheltered areas. Hammer nose is pitted. Cylinder has a dent over one cylinder and retains about 90% stagecoach holdup scene. Grip frame retains 85-90% orig silver-plating and the grip is sound with some dark oil staining near the frame, but overall retains about 70% orig varnish. There is a dent on the right side. Case has a crack in the lid with a couple of grain checks in the bottom, otherwise is fine and retains most of its original varnish. Shield shaped escutcheon in missing. Lining is very faded and moderately soiled in the bottom. One partition has been reattached. Flask is near new and the mold is very fine. 4-56480 JR688 (5,000-8,000)

RARE ENGRAVED COLT LONDON 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 2499. Silver-plated with 4″ oct bbl, London address with brass pin front sight. It has 5-shot cylinder with iron trigger guard & back strap with 1-pc walnut grip. It has the early very fine English foliate arabesque pattern engraving with about 65-70% coverage on the frame and extensive patterns over the bbl with flourishes at the muzzle and each side of the rammer pivot. Back strap is very nicely engraved with flourishes on the butt strap & trigger bow with wavy border patterns on the edge of the trigger guard. It has British proofs on the left side of the bbl lug & the cylinder. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains 30-40% orig silver-plating, mostly on the frame, bbl & cylinder. Loss areas are a pleasant gray patina. Cylinder retains most of its stagecoach hold-up scene & all five safety pins are prominent. Grip has light nicks & scratches and retains 92-94% orig varnish. Crisp mechanics, strong bore with moderate pitting. 4-56809 JR449 (4,000-7,000)

CASED PRESENTATION COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 130360. Usual configuration, blue & case colored with 4″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, 2-line New York address with serifs, silver-plated grip frame and 1-pc walnut grip. Left side of the grip is inlaid with a 1-1/8″ x 1″ silver shield, which is inscribed “PRESENTED BY / A. WURFFLEIN / TO OFFICER / RANDALL FENTON / OF 11TH DIVISION / 19TH WARD / FEB 9TH 1857”. Accompanied by an orig walnut Colt casing with maroon velvet lining compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a dbl sided early American eagle Colt style flask & a 2-cavity brass Colt’s patent mold without sprue cutter. There is an Andrew Wurfflein listed in Small Arms Makers, Gardner, as a maker of percussion derringers & dbl bbl shotguns in Philadelphia, PA 1835-60. Andrew Wurfflein was the father of William, who was the proprietor of the famous W. Wurfflein Gun Company. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine to extremely fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 80-85% thinning orig blue with the balance worn & flaked to light patina. Cylinder retains about 65% thin orig blue and 65-70% strong stagecoach holdup scene with an area of moderate pitting commensurate with the wear in the bottom of the case. All five cylinder pins are prominent. Frame & hammer retain most of their orig case colors, strong in the sheltered areas and on the left side, fading to silver elsewhere. Grip frame retains about 90% strong silver. Grips are sound with wear on the edges and dull finish around the silver shield, probably from polishing. Crisp mechanics, very bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light pitting. Box is very fine, without cracks and only a few minor nicks & scratches. Lining is lightly faded with some staining near the muzzle end of the recess and wear at the cylinder & grip contact points. Flask is fine, mold is very good. 4-56859 JR428 (4,000-6,000)

CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 188675. All visible numbers matching. Cal. 31. 4” oct bbl. In period case with eagle flask, bullet mold, Navy nipple wrench and Eley cap tin. CONDITION: 20% blue on the bbl and faint of casehardening color on the left side of the loading lever. Strong traces of heavily tarnished silver on backstrap and trigger guard. Grips have dents and scratches but around half of the varnish remains. Mechanically tight. Case has been refinished after repairs. Only the bullet mold has any finish, and it has only traces. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55750 (1,000-1,500)

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 251269. Blue & case colored with 5″ oct bbl with 1-line New York U.S. America address without dashes or serifs. 6-shot cylinder, silver-plated, grip frame with 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Extremely fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 75-80% glossy orig blue with the losses flaked to a light patina. Rammer, frame & hammer retain virtually all of their bright orig case colors turned a little dark on the rammer handle & recoil shield. Trigger guard retains 30-40% silver-plating, mostly around the trigger guard & top of the back strap. Grip is crisp with one small flat spot on the edge and a bruise on the right side, otherwise retains virtually all its orig bright varnish. Crisp mechanics, very bright shiny bore with one spot. 4-56810 JR619 (5,000-8,000)

COLT MODEL 1849 PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 76324. Blue & case colored with 5″ oct bbl, 2-line New York City address with serifs, 5-shot cylinder and silver-plated brass grip frame with 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very fine plus. Bbl retains about 95% strong orig blue with some flaking to light patina. Edges are crisp. Rammer handle retains orig case colors, mostly faded to gray. Cylinder retains 75-80% thin orig blue with a spot or two of light pitting and a ding on one edge. All five safety pins are prominent and it retains 95-98% stagecoach holdup scene. Frame retains 85-90% strong case colors with the recoil shields turning gray and the sides a little dark. Grip frame retains about 90% orig silver-plating, thin on the front & back straps. Grip is sound showing light to moderate wear and retains 65-70% orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with three or four small spots of deep pitting near the muzzle. 8-87367 JR576 (3,000-4,000)

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 49327. Blue & case colored with 5″ oct bbl, 2-line New York City address with serifs, brass pin front sight, 5-shot cylinder & silver plated brass grip frame with 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very fine plus. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 85-90% strong orig blue mixed with flaked areas to light patina. There are a series of nicks on the top flat and around the wedge slot. Cylinder retains about 85% orig blue with all five safety pins prominent and retains about 95% stagecoach hold up scene. Frame & hammer retain about 50% faded case colors with the balance turned silver. Grip frame retains 95-97% strong orig silver. Grips are crisp with minor nicks & scratches and retain most of their orig varnish. Handspring is a little lazy, otherwise mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore with one or two small spots of pitting. 4-56811 JR630 (2,500-4,000)

LONDON COLT POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. .31. SN 3445. All matching except wedge. 4” Oct. bbl. marked “ADDRESS. COL. COLT. / LONDON” inside fancy brackets on top of the bbl and “COLT’S / PATENT” on the left side of the frame. There are British proof marks on each side of the bbl and between the chambers on the cylinder. CONDITION: Bbl and cylinder retain most of the reblue applied at the time of proofing. Frame has strong casehardening colors on both sides but the streaking on the right side indicates that they were redone. Silver-plate on the back strap and trigger guard appears to be orig and 95% remains. Grips have minor dents and scratches with wear only at the high spots. Action is fine. 4-57214 FS74 (1,000-2,000)

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER INSCRIBED & DATED 1861. A scarce variant of the pocket model with iron large trigger guard & back strap. SN 119240, all matched. 31 cal. with a 5-shot rnd cylinder, & 4” oct bbl. Two line New York address on top of bbl flat. 1-pc walnut grips. Engraved on the back strap is “J.M. Ball./1861”. This inscription, while being very well done, was likely hand engraved by the owner. At the top of the grip strap is a small, crudely done scroll & flourish. The letters are formed with the use of two engraved lines with horizontal hatching with plain sgl lined engraved date “1861”. Between the letters are small hand engraved four-pointed stars and the date is underlined with the same. CONDITION: Very good. Gun has a dark patina overall. About 80” of the cylinder scene remains. Edges are sharp. Markings are crisp. About 20% of the orig varnish on the grips is worn away with one chip missing from the left side toe. Gun has seen some use, but not abuse. Cylinder does not advance. A nice opportunity to own an early war pocket revolver with a very nice field inscription. Some in depth research may turn up the regiment & service of this soldier. 4-57275 CW84 (2,000-3,000)

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 174303. All matching except wedge. Cal. 31. 4” oct. bbl. Short 2-line address with brackets on top of the bbl and the patent marking on the left side of the frame. CONDITION: 75% cylinder scene remains with light cleaning at the front of the cylinder. 40% blue on the bbl and traces of casehardening on the loading lever are the only orig. finish on the gun. Frame, cylinder and hammer have a gray/brown patina with light pitting. Back strap and trigger guard have been cleaned in the past but are now toning down. Grips have been re-varnished over wear and dents. Action is good. 4-55749 FS7 (500-800)

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. SN 239453. Matching except lever 82055, and wedge 28346. Number on the cylinder pin has been defaced. Standard markings on bbl and frame. CONDITION: All metal has been cleaned but moderate pitting remains. Grips are heavily worn at the base but retain half of the varnish. Mechanically functional. 4-56441 FS61 (300-600)

INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER. A standard Colt Model 1849 percussion handgun with a hand engraved inscription on the back strap, which reads “F.M. Hewett 3d S.C. Inf”. Revolver is 31 cal. with a 5” oct bbl, 5-shot rnd cylinder with a brass trigger guard and back strap, 1-pc walnut grips. SN 179858, all matched. Inscription appears to be hand engraved. CONDITION: Good. No orig finish. All iron parts are a medium gray patina with heavy pitting near the muzzle, on the cylinder pin, near the wedge, with some tool marks on the frame. Approx. 40% of the cylinder scene remains. Traces of silver-plating remain on the trigger guard. Grips have been refinished with a repair to the right toe. The 3rd South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment reorganized in May 1862, became one of the most hard fought and respected units in Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia. 45% of this regiment’s ranks did not survive the war. Major engagements were First Bull Run, Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Savage Station, Malvern Hill, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Chickamauga, Wilderness, Spottsylvania, Cold Harbor, and Cedar Creek. Unit surrendered at Bentonville on March 19, 1865. 4-56928 (3,500-4,500)

INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 5093. Blue & case colored with 4-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass pin front sight, 5-shot fluted cylinder with brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. Back strap is engraved “E J CLARK” in period script. Butt strap is inscribed in period script “PRESENTED BY / C J BLAKEMAN” and in engraved block letters “MARCH 8 1862”. Very top of the back strap is wonderfully engraved with the “all-seeing eye” surrounded by numerous rays with what appears to be five circles over the top. Further down the back strap is a nicely engraved human hand with pointing index finger. These symbols are believed to be the emblems of the Odd Fellows Lodge although the Masonic Order also uses the “all-seeing eye”. Accompanied by a period red felt lined leather flap holster for a longer bbld revolver. CONDITION: Revolver is extremely fine, all matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 50-60% glossy bright blue with the balance flaked, not worn, to a light to medium patina. Rammer handle & pivot retain most of their orig case colors. Cylinder retains about 75% glossy bright blue with the balance flaked to a medium patina and it has all five prominent safety pins. Frame & hammer retain virtually all of their orig brilliant case colors. Grip frame retains 90-92% orig silver-plating & the grips appear new retaining virtually all of their orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with some scattered, very light pitting. Holster is dry with some crackling on the flap & heavy mothing in the flap lining, otherwise stitching is sound and it retains most of its orig finish. 4-55270 JR485 (4,500-6,500)

COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE REVOLVER. SN 8855. Cal. 36. 6-½” rnd bbl. Matching number except the replacement loading lever, wedge and some screws. Standard markings on bbl & cylinder are only partially readable. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy pitting on the bbl & cylinder. Hammer and rear of the frame show some casehardening color and the back strap has faint traces of silver. Grips have about 60% of varnish with wear overall and some areas of denting and scratching. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55757 X-1 (1,000-1,500)

COLT MODEL 1855 ROOT REVOLVER. SN 24998. Cal. 88. 3-½” oct. bbl. With matching numbers on bbl, frame and cylinder. Standard 2-line markings on top of bbl with three Maltese crosses and the pointing hand. CONDITION: Mostly gray patina mixed with light pitting. Faint remnants of a cylinder scene. Grips retain about 90% of their orig. orange. Mechanically needs work. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55754 FS5 (500-800)

EXTREMELY RARE CASED COLT 2ND MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 1800. Extremely rare 2nd model with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, New-York City 1-line address with dashes. One of only about 2,950 made in this configuration with the majority of them seeing service in the Civil War. Rarely ever encountered with any condition. It has a silver plated grip frame with small square back trigger guard & 1-pc walnut grip. Left side of the trigger guard has a small “K” and there is a small “G” below the serial number on the front of the trigger guard. It has the screw over the wedge. Accompanied by an extremely fine, green, felt-lined, walnut casing with tiger striped top & English style brass bulls-eye lifting handle in the lid. It has green, felt lining compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a small Sykes copper flask and a very early brass 2-cavity mold with Colt’s patent marking on the right side, along with a small “R”. Iron sprue cutter is unmarked. Another compartment contains an all brass wiping rod with jag, a packet of six combustible cartridges & an “L” shaped nipple wrench. Another compartment contains a small tin of Eley’s #18 caps. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine, all matching including the wedge. The bbl retains 70-75% bright orig blue with the loss areas flaked, not worn, to a light patina. Rammer retains mottled case colors on the pivot. Cylinder retains 75-80% thin orig colors with one streak of gray metal color along the side. Cylinder retains 97-98% Ormsby naval battle scene & all six safety pins are crisp. Frame retains mottled gray case colors with some dark spotting on the recoil shields. Grip frame retains 97-98% strong orig silver and the grips are crisp with a minor nick or two & retain virtually all of their orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Case & accessories are equally new with minor nicks & scratches on the lid and some light soiling in the bottom 4-56476 JR687 (50,000-100,000)

WONDERFUL GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 51822. Fine early Colt with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, silver plated grip frame with wonderful 1-pc ivory grip. Frame has full coverage, outstanding, Gustave Young engraving consisting of foliate arabesque patterns with his trademark flower blossom on the left recoil shield and right side of the frame. Also with his trademark wolf or dog’s head incorporated into the engraving pattern on the left side of the frame & left side of the bbl lug. This is Young’s deluxe engraving with extra coverage on the sides of the hammer, which incorporates his wolf, or dog’s head on each side of the hammer nose. Both sides of the bbl lug, the top two side flats and both sides of the rammer pivot are matching engraved, all with a fine punch dot background. Top of the back strap has his trademark fan with arabesque patterns at the top & bottom, almost full coverage on the butt strap & trigger guard with wavy borders on each side of the trigger guard. It also has an extra touch of engraving around the serial numbers on the frame & bbl lug. CONDITION: Very fine. All matching except the wedge, which is numbered “01202”. Wedge screw and two of the frame screws are replacements. Bbl retains 65-75% thin orig blue with the areas of loss a medium patina. Rammer pivot retains dark case colors with rammer handle dinged & dented. Frame retains about 95% strong case colors, slightly darkened. Grip frame retains 95-97% orig silver-plating with some hammer marks on the butt strap. Cylinder retains 75-80% orig blue, moderately thinned with a few nicks on the front edge & a scattering of light patina. Four of the six safety pins are prominent. Grip has a couple of minor edge chips, otherwise retains a beautiful light mellow patina. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with heavy pitting. 4-57212 (35,000-45,000)

VERY EARLY 1ST MODEL COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 533. Very early square back Navy with the wedge over the screw and brass grip frame with square back trigger guard and 1-pc walnut grip. It has 7-1/2″ bbl with brass pin front sight. CONDITION: About good. No orig finish remains having been cleaned to an even gray metal color. Cylinder & wedge and most of the screws are replacements. Cylinder is unnumbered. Trigger guard is possibly an old replacement and may have been renumbered. Grip is sound with moderate wear and retains about 85% orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, worn very dark bore. 4-56946 JR433 (3,000-5,000)

RARE 1ST MODEL COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 994. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, no bbl address, brass pin front sight . Most 1st Model 51’s have the wedge over the screw and while this revolver is serial numbered in the 1st Model range, it has the 2nd Model feature of the screw over the wedge. It has silver-plated grip frame with square back trigger guard and 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl & rammer retain a medium mottled blue/brown patina with some pitting around the muzzle. Cylinder is a medium blue/gray patina with some light to moderate pitting & retains about 75-80% Ormsby naval battle scene. Frame retains traces of case colors in the very sheltered areas being mostly a mottled silver/brown patina with good sharp edges & a few scattered spots of pitting. Both sides of the hammer nose are pitted. Grip frame retains about 30% silver-plating, mostly on the trigger guard. Grips are sound with nicks & scratches & retain about 90% orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with light to moderate pitting. A fine, quite early rare Colt with an unusual unmarked bbl all in fine condition. 4-56929 JR541 (7,500-12,500)

COLT MODEL 1851 3RD MODEL NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 19821. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight with silver plated grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very fine plus, all matching including the wedge. Bbl retains about 85% orig blue mixed with some medium patina. Rammer & handle retain dark case colors. Cylinder retains 60-70% thin orig blue with a few spots of very fine pitting and retains about 95% Ormsby naval battle scene. Five of the six safety pins are prominent. Frame & hammer retain 30-40% dark case colors and the grip frame 60-70% orig silver plating. Grips are fine with light handling & use marks & retains about 85% orig varnish. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. 4-57354 (10,000-12,000

INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 108385. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, New York U.S. America address with dashes. Silver-plated brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. Back strap is inscribed “F. MOORE / CO. K. 9TH REGT. N.Y.S.M.” Accompanied by a packet of information from the U.S. archives, which discloses that Capt. Festus H. Moore resigned his commission effective 30 June 1865 after having served as the Captain of Commissary of Subsistence for U.S. Volunteers. Also included are a large number of pages from his widow to the U.S. Pension Agency detailing Capt. Moore’s descent into insanity after he resigned his commission. From reading the reports it appears Capt. Moore enlisted in 1861 and served throughout the war. Records indicate he died in the government insane asylum, Washington D.C. This gun was included in the Hamilton book of historic Colts. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains about 85% glossy bright blue mixed with flaked areas to medium patina. Rammer handle retains most of its orig case colors, bright on the pivot, turned dark elsewhere. Cylinder is mostly a blue/brown patina with some scattered very fine spots of pitting & retains about 75-85% Ormsby naval battle scene. Majority of guns in this serial number range had a light cylinder scene as the dyes were worn by this time. All six safety pins are prominent. Frame retains 60-70% orig case colors, bright in the sheltered areas, strong on the right side. Hammer retains traces of dark case colors. Grip frame retains 30-40% silver-plating, mostly around the trigger guard & on the butt strap. Grips are sound with edge wear & a few, light dings and retain 92-93% bright orig varnish. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore with scattered pitting. 4-57349 (11,000-14,000)

INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. An attractive 4th mod revolver in 36 cal. with a 6-shot rnd cylinder and a 7-1/2” oct bbl with attached loading lever. Trigger guard and back strap is of brass with 1-pc walnut grips. SN 126439/2, all matched. In period hand engraving down the back strap is the following inscription: “Revd. Wm. E. Fulton”. This gun may have been presented to an army chaplain. Its high serial range would indicate that it might have been presented at the end or immediately after the war. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains approx. 50% of its factory-blued finish. Some damage near the wedge and on the right bbl flat. Approx. 20% of the cylinder scene engraving remains. Rest of the metal parts are a mottled gray color. Grips are very nice, having most of their orig varnish except at the bottom outside edges. Engraving is finely done and contemporary with the gun. 4-56378 CW90 (5,000-8,000)

RARE CIVIL WAR INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 51952. Usual configuration with very rare 5-5/8″ oct bbl that appears to be completely original. It has silver-plated brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. Back strap is inscribed “1ST LT WM G PHINNEY 7TH MAINE INFY”. Bottom of the grip is hand scratched “NORVELL”. It is accompanied by a spectacular form fitted, tooled, period, flap holster that appears to have been cut down from a longer bbl length. Tab of the flap fits through a small loop rather than over a brass stud. Belt loop is an old replacement as is the tab loop and the rear seam appears to have been re-stitched. Research disclosed that “William C. Phinney” enlisted June 24, 1861 as a Private into Company A, 5th Maine Infantry; was transferred to Company B, Maine 7th Infantry on 12-28-1863; and again was transferred to Company B, Maine 1st Veteran Infantry on Aug. 21, 1864 and mustered out June 28, 1865. His promotions appear to have been Corporal 1861, Sergeant June 1862, 1st Sergeant 1864, 2nd Lieutenant December 1864 and 1st Lieutenant January 1865. The 5th Maine Volunteer Infantry was organized in Augusta-mustered August 21, 1861. Their initial assignment was at Baltimore, Maryland then moving to Washington and Manassas before reporting to Fortress Monroe. This unit participated in a number of important battles in the eastern theater of way as follows: Yorktown, Williamsburg, Peninsula Campaign, Mechanicsville, Savage Station, Malvern Hill, Centreville, Crampton’s Gap-South Mountain, Antietam, after which they reported home to Portland to recruit until January 21, 1863. Returning to the front they then participated at Chancellorsville, Marye’s Heights, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Rappahannock Station, Mine run, Rapidan, Wilderness, where they fought in the assault on the Bloody Angle, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, repulse of Early’s attack on Washington following the Monocacy Battle, and Sheridan’s Shenandoah Valley Campaign. They were mustered out of service at Charlestown, Virginia where Phinney transferred to the 1st Maine Veteran Volunteer Infantry. In this unit Phinney participated in actions at Charlestown, Opequan, Winchester, Fisher’s Hill, Cedar Creek, Petersburg, Sailor’s Creek, Appomattox and Lee’s Surrender . thereafter they marched in the Grand Review. CONDITION: Revolver is fine, all matching including the wedge. It has traces of blue in sheltered areas and traces of silvered case colors on the frame. Grip frame retains 55-65% thin silver-plating. Grip is sound and retains about 85% strong orig varnish. Good mechanics, strong dark bore. Holster as noted, retains generous amounts of its orig finish. A beautiful & truly rare Civil War rig inscribed to a braver veteran soldier from two of the Civil War’s most engaged regiments. 4-56891 JR427 (6,000-8,000)

INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. A very nice Colt revolver with an inscription that was, likely, very lightly engraved and now is mostly indiscernible. I believe that some long and tedious study might reveal the name and regiment of this soldier. I will present here what is visible. Inscribed on the butt strap is “Capt. __ G_u_ge_/Co. C 7th Re______”. The revolver is a 4th Mod. 1851 Colt Navy with a 36 cal. and a 6-shot rnd cylinder, and a7-1/2” oct bbl. The back strap and trigger guard are of silver-plated brass with 1-pc walnut grips. SN 103774, all matched. CONDITION: A crisp example of this desirable Colt. No orig finish. Right side of the muzzle has holster wear. Some nicks near the cylinder pin wedge. Approx. 60% of the cylinder scene remains. Scars from the cylinder hand dragging across the surface. Markings are deep and clear. About 60% of the silver-plating remains on the trigger guard. Grip shows wear and still remains some of its orig varnish. Gun is mechanically good. A good eye, maybe a forensic study, of this inscription will reveal its Civil War history. 4-56372 CW101 (3,000-5,000)

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 89438. Fine martial Navy with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, 1-line Hartford address with iron trigger guard & back strap. Left side of the frame has a tiny “U.S.” beneath the Colt’s patent. Butt strap is marked “USN” and the left side of the grip on the bottom is stamped with an “I/GWR”. Left flat of the trigger guard has a tiny “M” and the left front web of the trigger guard has a tiny “S”. Right side of the frame has a small “K”. Left side of the bbl lug has a tiny “T” and the cylinder a “P” on the back edge with an asterisk and a tiny “O” on the front. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains about 30% thin orig blue, mostly in the sheltered areas with the balance flaked to a medium dark patina. Rammer & handle retain most of their case colors, bright on the pivot, turning dark elsewhere. Frame retains 60-70% case colors, strong on the right side, faded on the left side, turning to patina on the recoil shield. Hammer retains about 50% colors. Trigger guard & back strap retain traces of blue, mostly around the trigger bow with the back strap having very fine pitting. Cylinder is a gray/brown patina & retains about 90% Ormsby naval battle scene. All six safety pins are crisp. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore with some very minor light pitting. Screw heads are fine with the trigger guard & back strap screws retaining most of their orig blue. Grip is sound with some dings on the bottom & light scratches elsewhere and retains most of an old refinish. 4-56889 JR450 (3,000-6,000)

SCARCE MARTIALLY MARKED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 89921. Rare 4-screw model with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, Hartford address, cut for shoulder stock with extended stock screws. Left side of the frame has a tiny “US” below Colt’s patent and there are small inspector marks on some of the parts. Butt strap is marked “U S N” and the left bottom of the grip is marked “I / GWR”. It has iron grip frame with 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 60-70% orig blue mixed with light patina. Rammer pivot retains faded case colors. Cylinder retains 40-50% thin orig blue with a few spots of discoloration and about 80% Ormsby naval battle scene. Five of the six safety pins are prominent. Frame has been cleaned to light patina with traces of orig finish in the sheltered areas. Hammer retains about 50% case colors. Grip frame retains traces of orig blue. Grip is sound with minor chipped toes and retains a dark oil finish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 4-57228 JR609 (3,000-5,000)

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. SN 56277. Cal. 36. 7-½” oct. bbl. All matching including the wedge. Iron back strap and trigger guard. “U. S.” marking under the “COLTS / PATENT” marking on the left side of the frame. “U. S. N.” is stamped on the butt. Grips have been heavily cleaned and no cartouche or inspector marks are on them. CONDITION: There is a heavy coating of oil, dirt and rust on all metal surfaces. Cylinder scene is quite sharp which indicates that this dried material could possibly clean well. Some screws have been replaced or reworked. About half of the safety pins on the rear of the cylinder remain. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55752 FS4 (2,250-2,750)

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 137478. 4th model with large trigger guard, 7-1/2″ oct bbl, pin front sight, 1-line New York U.S. America address with dashes. It has silver-plated brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 97-98% glossy orig blue with some light surface discoloration. Rammer handle retains most of its orig case colors fading to silver. Cylinder retains 70-75% thin orig blue and about 60-70% Ormsby naval battle scene. All six safety pins are prominent. Frame & hammer retain most of their bright orig case colors, thin on the left recoil shield & dark on the hammer nose. Grip frame retains 10-15% silver-plating, mostly around the trigger guard. Grip is sound & retains about 70% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with scattered spots of moderate pitting. 4-56812 JR446 (5,000-8,000)

COLT 4TH MODEL 1851 PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 115355. Usual 4th Model configuration with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, silver-plated brass grip frame with large trigger guard and 1-pc walnut grip. Left side of the bbl lug is stamped in an arc “KITTREDGE” surmounting “CIN. O.” CONDITION: Very fine plus, all matching except the wedge & rammer which are unnumbered. Bbl retains 30-40% thin orig blue being mostly a medium brown patina. Rammer & handle retain most of their bright orig case colors. Frame retains most of its orig case colors, bright & strong in sheltered areas, slightly faded elsewhere, turning dark on the recoil shields. Cylinder retains 30-40% thin orig blue with the balance medium patina and retains about 80% Ormsby naval battle scene. Five of the six safety pins are prominent. Grip frame retains traces of orig silver and the grips are sound showing light wear and retain most of their orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, strong bore with moderate to heavy pitting. 4-56947 JR432 (3,000-5,000)

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 29805. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight with silver plated brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including the wedge. Bbl retains 75-80% glossy orig blue mixed with flaked areas to light patina. Rammer retains faded case colors on the pivot with the balance turned silver. Frame & hammer retain about 30% faded case colors with the balance a gray patina. Grip frame retains about 80% orig silver plating & the grips around 95% orig varnish with minor nicks & scratches. Cylinder is a gray/brown patina and retains 85-95% Ormsby naval battle scene with five of the safety pins prominent. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with scattered moderate pitting. 4-57355 JR615 (8,000-9,500)

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. 37” oct bbl. SN 57718. All matching including wedge. Marked ” – ADDRESS SAM L COLT NEW.YORK CITY—“. The patent mark is on the left side of the frame. CONDITION: 20% blue on the bbl with strong hints of casehardening pattern on the frame, loading lever and hammer. 90% silver on the trigger guard. Minor chips at the base of the grips with some wear at the high spots but 90% of the varnish remains. Cylinder is brown with 75% scene remaining. Mechanically fine. 4-56440 FS63 (2,000-3,000)

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36 Usual configuration. 7 1/2” oct bbl. Pin front sight with one line “NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA” address with brass grip frame and one-piece walnut grip. CONDITION: Good to very good. All matching except the wedge which is un-numbered. Even gray patina with moderate pitting on the bbl lug and light pitting around the front edge of the cylinder. It has peened hammer nose and light pitting on the hammer. The grips are an old refinish and the rammer pivot screw is replaced with a rivet. Mechanics are fine, strong dark bore. 4-57420 JR (1,000-1,500)

RARE NEW JERSEY MILITIA WHITNEY NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 16207. Usual configuration with 7-3/4″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 2-pc walnut grips. Bbl has usual markings on the top flat with “NJ” on the left flat by the frame and again on the left side of the frame. CONDITION: Extremely fine. As new, appears to be unfired retaining most of its orig factory finish with the blue glossy & bright with minor edge wear and the grips with minor nicks & scratches retaining most of their orig factory varnish. Rammer lever & pivot retain most of their brilliant case colors. Cylinder retains virtually all of its orig roll markings consisting of an eagle, shields, a lion and a sailing ship with a fortress in the background. Trigger guard appears to have a casting flaw near the left rear edge. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-56377 JR420 (4,000-6,000)

EARLY REMINGTON BEALS NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 52. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, dovetail cone-shaped German silver front sight and 2-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 75-80% thin orig blue, bright & glossy in spots, flaked to patina elsewhere. Frame & grip frame retain traces of orig blue being mostly a medium gray patina. Cylinder retains traces of orig blue with some light fine pitting. Grips, probably old replacements, are fine & retain most of their orig varnish. Grip screw also appears to be a replacement. Mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore with a minor spot or two of pitting. 4-56368 JR451 (3,000-5,000)

IDENTIFIED RARE EARLY REMINGTON-BEALS NAVY MODEL REVOLVER. A nice example of this early Civil War Remington revolver with a very nicely done homemade inscription on the trigger guard, which reads “G.W. Burke”. The inscription is very folk-like but also very well done by the soldier who carried this sidearm. In depth research may reveal what unit he served in. The revolver is percussion 36 cal. with a 6-shot rnd cylinder and a 7-1/2” oct bbl. This is the quite scarce early production model with a sgl winged cylinder pin estimated at less than 200 made. This revolver SN 140 revolver has a brass 1-pc trigger guard. The inscription is present on the outside of the bow and two walnut grips with a retaining screw. CONDITION: Good. Patina is dark and uncleaned with areas of surface pitting on the frame, loading lever, and hammer. Rear end of the cylinder is grooved from the hammer dragging across the face between the nipples. Grips are worn. Left side has chips at the base. Small loss at the bottom left. A nice opportunity to own an extremely rare early Remington-Beals with a Civil War period field inscription. 4-57265 CW83 (2,000-3,000)

REMINGTON NEW MODEL NAVY REVOLVER. Cal .36. SN5849. 6-1/2 oct bbl. Standard markings in three lines on top of the bbl are not readable due to cleaning and pitting. Lever latch and post are replacements CONDITION: Gray patina with surface rust, light dents and pitting overall. Grips are chipped, dented and revarnished. Mechanically good. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55762 FS53 (500-800)

MANHATTAN NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 34335. Blue & case colored with 6-1/2″ oct bbl. German silver front sight, silver-plated grip frame with 1-pc walnut grip. The 5-shot cylinder has five different engraved panels. Front strap is engraved “UNION” and the butt strap with the Masonic square & compass. CONDITION: Extremely fine, possibly unfired. All matching, including the wedge and retains most of its bright orig factory finish with scrapes & thin spots on the bbl. Frame case colors are brilliant on the sides, fading on the recoil shield. Grip frame retains 75-80% thin silver plating and the grip 75-80% orig varnish. Cylinder retains 95-96% orig blue with a flaked spot here & there. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. 4-57251 JR605 (3,000-5,000)

LOT OF TWO MANHATTAN NAVY SIZED PERCUSSION REVOLVERS. Cal. 36. SN 48511 & 48522. Virtually identical with 6-1/2″ oct bbls, German silver blade front sights, 5-shot cylinders with five engraved panels. They have silver plated brass grip frames & 1-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: SN 48511. Very fine. Bbl retains about 85% bright blue with some flaked areas to light patina. Cylinder retains 60% thin blue and the frame traces of orig case colors. Back strap & butt strap retain most of their orig silver-plating with the trigger guard & front strap brass patina. Grip is extremely fine with a couple of chips in the varnish, otherwise retains most of its orig finish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with a couple of small spots of rust. SN 48522. Very fine. Bbl retains about 75% orig blue with light patina. Cylinder retains 15-20% orig blue with some scattered light surface spotting. Grip frame is a mottled silver patina & the grip frame retains most of its orig silver plating. Grips are crisp with slightly worn edges & retain about 96-97% orig varnish. Handspring is broken, otherwise mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with two or three small spots of rust. 4-56892 JR631 (4,500-6,500)

MANHATTAN SERIES IV NAVY SIZED PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 54226. Blue & case colored with 6-1/2″ oct bbl, German silver front sight, 5-shot cylinder with five decorative panels, brass grip frame with 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Fine, all matching. Bbl retains 70-80% thin orig blue mixed with brown patina. Cylinder is a light patina with most of the panels fully visible. Frame is a dark patina and the grip frame retains traces of orig silver. Grip is sound with about 75-80% orig varnish. Good mechanics, strong bore with good shine & moderate pitting. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55743 JR627 (600-1,000)

BACON 2ND MODEL POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 528. Rare 6″ rnd bbl with 1-line Bacon address, ball type rammer latch & lightly engraved frame with 2-pc walnut grips. It has 5-shot fluted cylinder without cylinder scene. CONDITION: Very fine plus. All matching including the grips. Bbl retains 93-95% glossy bright blue and the rammer & lever about 90% bright case colors. Cylinder retains about 70% orig blue, thin & flaking to patina. Frame & grip frame are flaked to a light gray/brown patina. Grips are sound with a gouge on the right side, otherwise retain virtually all of their orig factory varnish. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore with scattered light pitting. 4-56371 JR409 (3,000-5,000)

CASED COLT MODEL 1855 NO. 7 ROOT SIDE HAMMER PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 11485. Blue finish with 3-1/2″ stepped rnd bbl with brass pin front sight & 2-line bbl address with 1-pc ivory grip. It has 5-shot cylinder with the cylinder pin retaining screw between two of the chambers. Cylinder has the famous stagecoach holdup scene. Accompanied by an orig rust velvet lined mahogany casing compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a sgl sided American eagle “E Pluribus Unum” flask, a brass Colt’s Patent 2-cavity mold without sprue cutter & a tin of Eley’s caps. CONDITION: Revolver is fine, all matching with the bbl retaining about 20% thin orig blue in the sheltered areas with the balance a smooth patina. Frame retains 90-93% strong orig blue, thin on the backstrap. Hammer retains 60-70% strong case colors, faded on the top & shank. Grips have shrunk slightly from the frame and have a fine golden patina with several age lines on the bottom. Cylinder retains traces of orig blue being mostly a smooth blue/gray patina & retains about 85% stagecoach holdup scene. Case has a crack in the lid and another small one in the bottom with minor nicks & scratches & retains most of its orig varnish. Lining in the lid is faded and the bottom moderately soiled showing wear at the cylinder & trigger areas with damage to the divider from the front sight. Flask retains about 50% orig finish, some corrosion on the spring & missing one screw. Mold is fine. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 4-57462 JR794 (4,500-6,500)

NEPPERHAN PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 1373. Almost identical to the Bacon revolver with 6″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, lightly engraved blue frame, 5-shot cylinder & 2-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: Very fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains traces of orig finish with the balance flaked to a light patina. Cylinder retains traces of orig finish with the balance flaked to a light patina & all five safety pins are prominent. Frame & sideplate retain 40-50% strong orig blue with the balance flaked to light patina. Grip frame is mostly a gray patina. Grips are sound, matching numbered on the inside with a shellac-like substance around the edge. Grip screw is probably an old replacement. Crisp mechanics, strong bore with light pitting. 4-56945 JR431 (1,250-1,750)

RARE ENGRAVED UNION ARMS COMPANY POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 3215. 4-3/8” oct bbl. Large scroll engraving on both sides of the frame; typical New York star on top of the frame. There are numerous initials carved on the grips. “C. A. R.” on the left side. “SL” at the lower rear of the right side and “C.O H.” at the top of the right grip. CONDITION: 50% blue on the bbl with strong traces on the cylinder and light traces on the frame. All mixed with scattered light surface rust and pitting. Grips retain about 80% of the varnish with wear at the bottom and chipping elsewhere. Mechanically fine. 4-57263 FS69 (1,000-2,000)

FINE PRESENTATION ENGRAVED MANHATTAN POCKET REVOLVER. Cal. 31. SN 694. 4”oct bbl. Marked “MANHATTAN FIRE ARMS / MANUF G.CO. NEW.YORK” on top of the bbl. The backstrap is engraved “H. M. Booth”. The bottom is engraved in script “From Father”. CONDITION: 50% blue on the cylinder, 40% on the bbl. Casehardening colors on the loading lever and hammer are fading. Frame retains most of its silver-plate. Cylinder scene is sharp with no signs of wear. 4-57227 (2,500-3,500)

REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER. SN 92800. Cal. 44. 8” oct. bbl. Standard 3 line markings on top of the bbl. Numerous inspector initials on all major parts. “BH” cartouche on left grip. This was one of the most popular revolvers of the Civil War. Over 100,000 of them were issued. CONDITION: 80% spotty blue overall with some rust and signs of cleaning at the muzzle. Left grip is badly battered at the base and missing about 1/3 of the bottom to chipping. Right grip has been repaired and sanded but not refinished. Mechanically fine. 4-56452 FS16 (2,500-3,500)

REMINTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER. SN 87941. Cal. 44. 8” oct. bbl. Standard 3 line markings on top of the bbl. “W” inspector marks on frame, cylinder, bbl, and bottom of grips. “GR” inspector cartouche on left side of grip. CONDITION: Has been cleaned and partially reblued. Markings on the bbl are very thing. Scattered areas of pitting on the metal. Mechanically crisp. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55761 FS3 (1,000-1,500)

REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY REVOLVER. Cal .44. SN 94580. 8” oct bbl. Markings on the bbl are not visible. Cylinder pin and grips are replacements. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy pitting overall with some signs of filing and other work. Mechanically needs repair. 4-56992 FS41 (300-500)

ROGERS & SPENCER CIVIL WAR ARMY REVOLVER. SN 4513 except cylinder. SN 3719. Cal. 44. 7-1/4” oct bbl. Standard markings on top of the frame. “RPB” cartouche on the left side of the grips. Inspector marks on major parts. CONDITION: Excellent. 90% plus finish with most wear being on the rear of the cylinder. Grips have minor wear and dents. Action is fine. 4-56861 (2,000-3,000)

FREEMAN CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION REVOLVER. SN 227. Cal. 44. 7-½” rnd bbl. The Freeman marking on top of the frame. The Hoard’s marking is clear. Gun is still in the white believed never to have been blued. CONDITION: Cylinder pin has been altered and the catch is missing and a replacement spring and screw have been installed on the left side of the frame. CONDITION: All metal bright with some scattered spots of pitting and new surface rust forming. Grips are battered and worn around the base. Mechanically good. 4-57351 (2,500-3,500)

LARGE FRAME ENGRAVED BELGIAN REVOLVER WITH PRESENTATION WITH PRESENTATION. A most interesting European fancy military style revolver with a wonderful presentation hand engraved on a silver-plate on the butt, which reads: “Presented to Captain Paxton, by Colonel Lapinski, as a mark of his Gratitude, for the Loyalty and Sympathy displayed by him in the cause in which he was engaged 1863”. Consignor believes that the presentation is a Confederate one. This fine revolver and its presentation are worth extensive research. I could find no immediate reference to a Captain Paxton. The revolver is about 12mm having a 6-3/4” oct bbl with loading lever mounted to the outside frame. 6-shot round cylinder, and engraved frame with large engraved 1-pc trigger guard. The iron backstrap is also engraved. 2-pc walnut grips with scallop shell design and checker. The presentation plaque is of silver and mounted on the butt of the gun. The top bbl flat is engraved “F. Kinapen A’Liege”. The gun has Belgian proof marks and “10” stamped on various parts. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and cylinder retains about 80% of its orig blue finish. Frame is dark gray and is mechanically excellent. 4-57247 (2,500-5,000)

CASED PRESENTATION SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1-2 REVOLVER. SN 30643. Cal. 22. 3-¼” oct. bbl. Standard Smith & Wesson markings on the bbl & cylinder. Engraved “Col. George N. Macy / 20th Mass.” On the left side plate. There apparently was another line between these two but it is not now readable. In the case is a picture of Col. Macy who lost a hand during the Civil War but still became a Brevet Major General. Case is non-factory and has a later label by a Boston dealer. Black fabric case has a purple silk lining and contains some loose 22 short cartridges. CONDITION: Bbl and cylinder have light to moderate pitting overall. Frame retains about 80% of the orig. silver missing only where it has been engraved. Locking spring screw is missing. Left grip is cracked at the alignment pin. Case has a hinge which is broken. Interior stained. 4-56935 (4,500-7,500)

INSCRIBED MOORE’S PATENT FIREARMS COMPANY BELT REVOLVER. A nice example of an often-purchased Civil War sidearm inscribed down the back strap as follows: “Jno. Clingerman, Feb 2nd, 1863”. The revolver is a Cal 32RF with a 5” bbl, 7-shot rnd cylinder with engraved silver-plated brass frame, back strap & trigger guard. SN 3975. The pistol has 1-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & cylinder retain approx. 30% of their orig, blued finish. About 50% of the silver-plating remains on the frame & recoil shield, but mostly worn from the back strap. Grips are excellent with much orig varnish. A few minor dents & slight wear to the butt. A nice period hand engraved inscription on a popular Civil War officer’s private purchase handgun. A preliminary internet search of the name produced inconclusive results. Further research is needed. 4-57285 CW89 (1,000-2,000)

SCARCE REMINGTON-RIDER DA NEW MODEL BELT REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 127. One of only an estimated few hundred made in this configuration with 6-1/2″ oct bbl, brass dovetailed cone front sight and full fluted 6-shot cylinder with large trigger guard & 2-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl & rammer lever retain 93-95% glossy bright orig blue with some minor flaking & sharp edge wear with a couple of small nicks & dings. Frame & cylinder retain traces of orig blue having flaked, not worn, to a medium brown patina. Trigger guard is a mellow brass patina. Cylinder pin has been built up with solder to tighten the pivot. Grips are sound with light edge wear & retain most of their orig varnish. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. 4-56886 JR414 (3,000-5,000)

STARR DBL ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. SN 17128. Cal .44. 6” rnd bbl. Standard Starr markings on both sides of the frame. “EF” cartouche on the left side of the grip & unreadable cartouche on the lower position on the right side of the grip. Top cartouche is “RHKW”. Pistol was re-plated after its war use. CONDITION: Retains almost all of the nickel finish. Grips show normal wears with some light chipping on the right side. Dbl action works fine, but sgl action needs adjustment. 4-56926 X14 (1,000-2,000)

WARNER PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal .28 SN 846 3” oct bbl. Marked “JAMES WARNER SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A.” on top of frame. No markings on cylinder. CONDITION: Faint traces of blue on the frame and bbl. 70% on the cylinder. Trigger guard and grip straps have been cleaned to bright. Grips have been revarnished with a small repair on the right side. Action is fine 4-56881 FS27 (750-1,500)

WARNER CARTRIDGE REVOLVER. SN 204. Cal .30. 3”rnd bbl. Marked “WARNERS PATENT 1857” around the cylinder. CONDITION: 30% blue on bbl and cylinder. 80% silver peeling on frame and trigger guard. Grips show wear at the high spots but retain 80% of the varnish. Mechanically fine. 4-56883 X12 (1,000-1,500)

MARTIALLY MARKED COLT 2ND MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 8142. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ oct to rnd bbl, German silver front sight with brass grip frame, square back trigger guard & 1-pc walnut grip. Left side of the frame is stamped with a tiny “U.S.”. Entire revolver is covered with a heavy coating of old dried oil or wax. CONDITION: Good to very good. All matching including the wedge. All the iron retains a dark patina under the coating of oil or wax. Cylinder has several large dents & retains 25-35% Indian fight scene. Grips show heavy wear with a dark smooth oiled patina. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate pitting. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55748 JR545 (4,500-6,500)

SCARCE COLT 3RD MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 19244. Usual configuration with scarce 8″ oct to rnd bbl, German silver front sight with a fixed sight dovetailed into the top flat through the address. It has a brass trigger guard with iron back strap and 1-pc walnut grip. This appears to be an assembled revolver as the frame, bbl, rammer & wedge are all numbered “19244”, while the trigger guard, back strap & cylinder are numbered “17783”. Cylinder pin number has been obliterated. CONDITION: As noted above. Otherwise fine with the bbl retaining traces of orig finish mostly on the sides of the lug & under the rammer. Front sight appears to have been re-attached. Frame & hammer retain 60-70% restored finish. Trigger guard retains traces of orig silver plating with the back strap a gray metal color & the buttstrap with edges beveled apparently to fit replacement grips. Timing is a little off in a couple of chambers, otherwise mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 4-55149 JR544 (3,000-5,000)

VERY RARE NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 180235. Spectacularly engraved Army with 8″ rnd bbl and wonderful 1-pc ivory grip. Bbl & frame are silver-plated while the rammer, cylinder, hammer & trigger are gold-plated. Frame & bbl are wonderfully engraved by L.D. Nimschke with full coverage on the sides & recoil shields of the frame and about 50% coverage on the bbl. Each side of the bbl has a long arrow piercing a figure “8” with light flourishes & rings at the muzzle. Top of the back strap has his typical Nimschke fan pattern with dbl line borders down the back strap & arabesque flourishes at the top & bottom with matching engraving on the butt strap. Bottom of the trigger guard and front end of the trigger have arabesque flourishes and the flat around the bbl serial number has a fan pattern. Bottom of the bbl, under the loading lever, is stamped “L.D.N.” Curiously, the cylinder is numbered “236”, one number higher than the serial number of this revolver, leading one to speculate that this may have been part of a consecutive numbered pair and somehow the cylinders were switched. Face of the cylinder has a tiny “L” inspector initial and a “B” on the back edge. Cylinder has all six safety pins. Recoil shield has a “B” and an “A”. This revolver appears to have been set up for a Thuer conversion as the loading slot on the bbl is longer & deeper, the hammer has a hardened insert in the face and the rammer handle has a threaded tip.

Accompanied by a copy of a letter dated Nov. 26, 1977 from Jackson Arms of Dallas, TX to Dr. R.L. Moore, Jr. of Philadelphia, Mississippi wherein he states that this revolver had been in the collection of noted firearms collector, Harry Garman, until about 1953, when Mr. Garman apparently, upon learning of his pending demise, gave this Colt to his oldest son, Harry, Jr., who subsequently asked Mr. Jackson to sell it for him. Mr. Jackson goes on to state that Mr. Garman related that this revolver was “found in a convent in Mexico wrapped in a blue Army officer’s uniform” along with an engraved 1861 Navy. Mr. Jackson stated that he bought the Navy and at the date of this letter still had it in his collection. Also accompanying is a copy of Mr. Garman’s obituary.

CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Overall retains virtually all of its fine orig silver & gold-plating with light edge wear on the cylinder & rammer handle. Cylinder retains virtually all of its Ormsby naval battle scene. Grips have an age line on the butt of each side and retain a wonderful mellow patina, mostly on the left side, more white on the right side. Handspring is broken, otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bore with moderate pitting. 4-56957 JR434 (16,000-25,000)

SPECTACULAR ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 193702. Usual configuration, nickel finish, with 8″ bbl, silver-plated brass trigger guard and iron back strap with fine smooth 1-pc ivory grip. Frame is wonderfully engraved with full coverage foliate arabesque patterns by L. D. Nimschke. Engraving extends 3-3/4″ up the bbl with flourishes around the muzzle and a dash & dot border around the bbl address. Hammer is full coverage engraved with wolf’s head & foliate arabesque patterns on both sides and shaded dolphin patterns on the top edge. Back strap has the typical Nimschke fan at the top with small arabesque flourishes & a scalloped border elsewhere. Butt strap has a scallop & dot border with light arabesque pattern & the trigger guard has arabesque flourishes with more around the trigger guard screw & a small fan engraved around the bbl lug serial number. Ends of the wedge are also engraved. Cylinder has dash cuts around the front & rear edges of the raised area. This is Nimschke’s deluxe coverage. Accompanied by a copy of a 4-page letter from R.L. Wilson, which indicates that this revolver will be featured in the “forthcoming The Colt Engraving Book”. Mr. Wilson concludes that this is late vine style engraving circa 1870 and is one of only two known to him. He states that this revolver is an important & rare Colt and is one of the most rare of all patterns and types of decoration on the 1860. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains 95-96% strong bright orig nickel with some minor flaking on the bbl lug cut outs and a spot or two on the bbl. Frame retains virtually of its orig nickel, as does the back strap with a couple of minor spots & light wear at the heel. Butt strap is a little rough with some pimpling & wear. Trigger guard retains about 70% orig silver. Cylinder is very fine with some fine pitting on the face & some minor flaking on the circumference and overall retains 96-97% orig strong nickel with about 97-98% Ormsby naval battle scene. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate pitting. 4-56819 JR443 (17,500-27,500)

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 151140. Usual configuration, blue & case colored, with 8″ bbl, altered front sight with an added small rear sight dovetailed through the end of the bbl address. It has brass trigger guard & iron back strap with gorgeous 1-pc ivory grip. It has 3-screw case colored frame cut for shoulder stock but with rnd head hammer screw. Adjacent to the serial number on the bbl lug & butt strap are the tiny initials “IP” and adjacent to the serial numbers on the frame & trigger guard are the tiny initials “ISP”. CONDITION: As noted, very fine plus. All matching except the wedge, which is unnumbered. Bbl retains 70-75% glossy orig blue, strong in the sheltered areas, thinning & worn to a light patina elsewhere. Rammer handle retains about 50% orig case colors. Cylinder retains 45-50% orig blue, strong in the rebated area and retains about 90% Ormsby naval battle scene. All six safety pins are prominent. Frame & hammer retain most of their orig case colors, strong & bright on the sides, turning dark on the recoil shields & hammer. Back strap & butt strap are mostly a gray patina with an area of strong blue at the top. Trigger guard retains traces of orig silver-plating. Grip is spectacular with a couple of minor nicks on the edges and retains a wonderful mellow patina. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with moderate pitting. 4-56814 JR444 (8,000-12,000)

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 50168. Fine ’60 Army with 8″ rnd bbl, 4-screw frame, cut for shoulder stock with extended stock screws, brass trigger guard, iron back strap and 1-pc walnut grip. Adjacent to all four of the serial numbers on the bottom is a small “2” and the same “2” appears on the left front web of the trigger bow. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Used very little, retaining about 88-90% glossy bright blue on the bbl, thin on the sides & at the muzzle. Rammer handle retains about 75% case colors. Cylinder retains about 60% orig blue & about 90% Ormsby naval battle scene with one small area of light pitting & all six safety pins are prominent. Frame & hammer retain most of their strong orig case colors, brilliant in the sheltered areas. Trigger guard retains 30-40% orig silver-plating & the back strap about 90% orig blue, thin on the back, glossy & bright on the butt strap & top of the back strap. Grip is sound showing heavy edge wear with nicks & dings and retains 85-90% orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore with one or two small spots of pitting. 4-56820 JR442 (15,000-20,000)

MARTIALLY MARKED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 54596. Fine martial Army with 8″ rnd bbl, brass trigger guard & iron back strap. It has a 3-screw frame cut for shoulder stock with flat head hammer screw. It has 1-pc walnut grip with legible cartouches on each side & small inspector initials on the various metal parts. CONDITION: About very fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains thin blue/gray overall and the rammer handle about 50% faded case colors. Frame & hammer retain most of their orig case colors that are strong in the sheltered areas, fading to gray elsewhere. Back strap & butt strap are a blue/gray patina with some fine pitting at the top. Trigger guard is a fine mellow patina. Screws are all fine & retain most of their orig blue. Mechanics are fine, strong bore with moderate pitting, heavy in a few spots. 4-55101 JR453 (2,000-3,000)

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 8760. All matching including wedge. Standard markings. This is a four-screw variety cut for shoulder stock. Scattered inspectors initials on various parts. Partially visible cartouche. CONDITION: There is some color visible on the sides of the frame and about 20% orig blue on the back strap. Bbl cylinder and loading lever have an even gray patina with scattered light pitting. cylinder scene is sharp with about 80% remaining. Five of the pins on the rear of the cylinder are intact.Grip lightly sanded. Action is fine. 4-57131 (1,750-2,750)

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. SN 75665. All matching including wedge. Cal. 44. 8” rnd bbl. Standard Colt markings on the bbl, frame and cylinder. Various inspectors’ initials appear on bbl, back strap and cylinder with very faint and unreadable cartouches on both sides of the grips. CONDITION: Strong traces of casehardening colors on both sides of frame. Cylinder scene is sharp towards the rear but slightly worn at the front of the cylinder. About 1/3 of the cylinder pins remain. Grips have been refinished with some fill at the bottom. Mechanically tight. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55755 FS6 (1,000-2,000)

CASED PAIR OF ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVERS. Cal. 44. SN 81248 & 81253. This pair is assembled from mostly orig parts with fine Nimschke style New York engraving, almost certainly done in the Nimschke shop. Both revolvers have 8″ rnd bbls with brass trigger guards, iron back straps & raised carved Mexican eagle 1-pc ivory grips. Both frames have full coverage, New York style (probably Nimschke) foliate arabesque pattern engraving, not quite matching, but of similar patterns. Each has engraving on both sides of the bbls & hammers with the trigger guards & back straps similarly engraved. SN 81248 has had its back strap replaced and engraved to match and the engraving on the hammer nose re-cut. Grips are modern replacements, artificially aged with applied wear. Flat head hammer screw is also a replacement. Last two digits on the cylinder are over-stamped indicating a replaced cylinder. SN 81253 has orig raised carved Mexican eagle grips with replaced re-engraved & re-numbered back strap & trigger guard. Flat head hammer screw, butt strap screw & front trigger guard screw are all replacements, as is the wedge which is numbered “152”. Last digit on the cylinder serial number has been over stamped indicating a replacement cylinder. Other than the above the balance of both revolvers appears to be orig. Accompanied by an early walnut silverware style case with brass medallion in the lid & a mortised brass lock with shield shaped escutcheon. It is lined with red velvet & compartmented for the revolvers, an early Colt’s Patent angle spout flask, an iron 2-cavity Colt’s Patent bullet mold, an “L” shaped nipple wrench, two packs of combustible envelope cartridges, a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps & two compartments with lead bullets. CONDITION: As noted above, otherwise fine overall. SN 81248, with matching wedge, retains 20-25% orig blue in the very sheltered areas with the balance of the iron a cleaned gray metal color. Trigger guard retains 10-15% silver-plating. Replacement grips are fine with age lines. Good mechanics, bright shiny bore with scattered light pitting. SN 81253 retains traces of orig blue on the bbl with the balance of the iron a gray metal color and the trigger guard a lovely brass patina. Orig grips have a number of age lines on the bottom, extending up the sides with a replaced sliver on the right heel & repaired chips on the right toe. Grips show moderate to heavy wear with a wonderful mellow patina. Good mechanics, strong bright bore with scattered pitting. Case has a crack across the lid with light handling & storage marks and retains most of its orig varnish. Interior is faded & moderately soiled. Flask retains about 50% orig finish and the mold about 75% orig blue. Cartridges & cap box are fine. 4-57084 (14,000-18,000)

IDENTIFIED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER. Cal. 44. SN 29232. Early Army with 8″ bbl, 4-screw frame with extended fourth screw, cut for shoulder stock. Serial numbers occur on bbl, frame, and trigger guard, no number on backstrap. Backstrap and stocks may be replaced. Bbl address only half visible. Springfield research records show the gun was used by the 1st Maine Cavalry. CONDITION: Overall retains a cleaned & artificially aged brown patina with moderate to heavy pitting on the frame with spots on the bbl. Frame, backstrap & cylinder are replacements. Mechanics need attention, strong dark bore. 4-49798 (1,400-1,800)

CASED COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 26216. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight, brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. An American walnut Colt casing with rust red velvet lining with compartments for the revolver accompanies it, a dbl sided angle spout Navy sized eagle flask. It also has an iron 2-cavity Colt’s patent mold with sprue cutter and a UMC cap tin containing primers. CONDITION: Fine. All matching including the wedge. Bbl retains traces of orig blue in the sheltered areas with the balance a smooth medium brown patina & some pitting around the muzzle. Bbl address is mostly worn away. Cylinder & frame are also smooth patina with some light pitting on the left side of the frame & front edge of the cylinder. Grip frame is a mellow patina. Grips are sound with light nicks & scratches with moderate to heavy wear on the edges and retain a smooth patina. Cylinder stop will not retract, so mechanics need attention, bright strong bore, and dark in the grooves. Case is fine with a crack in the bottom. Top appears to have been re-varnished and lightly cleaned. Interior is faded & soiled but completely intact. Flask is very good with a couple of small dents and retains about 70% orig finish. Mold is lightly pitted. Altogether a fine cased set. 4-55098 JR454 (4,000-7,000)

COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY REVOLVER. Cal. 36. SN 26438. Blue & case colored with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight, silver-plated brass grip frame & 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Extremely fine. All matching including the wedge except the cylinder pin, which is unnumbered. Bbl retains 80-85% glossy orig blue with the losses flaked to a light patina. Rammer handle retains about 80% bright orig case colors. Cylinder retains 75-80% thin, dull blue turning plum & retains about 95% Ormsby naval battle scene. All six safety pins are prominent and all six nipples still have blue on their outer faces. Frame retains most of its casehardened finish turned silver with traces of thin case colors. Hammer retains most its muted case colors. Trigger & back strap retain most of their strong orig silver-plating. Grip has a minor chip or two on each side and retains most of its bright orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with a ring about mid-point & a few scattered spots of minor pitting. 4-56813 JR445 (6,000-10,000)

VERY RARE MASS ARMS DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 40. SN 163. Wesson & Leavitt’s Patent revolver with 7-1/4″ rnd bbl marked on top strap “MASS ARMS CO. / CHICOPEE FALLS” with standard markings elsewhere. This is the standard model, one of about 770 made in the period 1850-51. It has a 6-shot cylinder with an unusual convex face that meets with a correspondingly angled forcing cone area. It has case colored integral frame & lockplate with side mounted hammer and full grip frame with 2-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Probably unfired with the bbl & top strap retaining about 90% glossy bright orig blue with the losses mostly on the left side of the bbl, which is flaked to a medium patina. Top strap has some minor flaking. Frame & lockplate retain 60-70% case colors, strong & bright in the sheltered areas, fading to silver elsewhere. Grip frame retains 25-30% blue with the balance flaked to a medium patina. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 4-56987 JR418 (12,500-17,500)

BUTTERFIELD NAVY REVOLVER. SN 96. Cal. 36. 7” oct. bbl. Standard “BUTTERFIELD’S / PATENT DEC 11 1865 / PHILAD A” on top of the frame. Serial number matches on the bbl, frame, grips, cylinder and loading lever. CONDITION: Approx 90% bright blue mixed with light surface rust and scattered very light pitting on the bbl and cylinder. Approx 70% tarnished silver on the frame with most loss on the right side. Faint traces of darkened casehardening on the loading lever. Approx 80% of varnish on grips. Action needs a slight adjustment. 4-56374 FS1 (5,500-10,000)

SCARCE SAVAGE NORTH 3RD MODEL FIGURE-8 NAVY REVOLVER. SN 361. Cal. 36. Scarce 3rd Model with 6 7/8″ oct bbl, flat brass frame marked “E. SAVAGE. MIDDLETOWN. CT / H. S. NORTH. PATENTED / JUNE.17 TH 1856″ on top of the frame. It has 2-pc walnut grips. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Blue/gray patina on iron surfaces with scattered light pitting. Frame was broken & brazed at the cylinder pin on the right. Rear sight is a replacement. Both grips show moderate wear & have a hairline crack on each side. 4-57270 (6,000-8,000)

RARE 4TH MODEL FIGURE-8 SAVAGE NORTH NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER. Cal. 36. NSN. Usual configuration with 6-7/8″ oct bbl, Savage North markings on top of the frame with North patent marking on the left side of the rammer housing. It has a 6-shot rnd cylinder with flat-side iron frame & 2-pc walnut grip with the distinctive figure-8 combination triggers & trigger guard. According to Flayderman only about 50 of these were ever produced. There is no evidence of military inspector marks. CONDITION: Very fine plus. Bbl & frame retain traces of orig finish, having flaked to a smooth medium brown patina. Rammer & housing retain most of their glossy bright blue with one small spot of rust. Cylinder retains 60-70% flaked blue mixed with medium patina. Grips are crisp with sharp edges & retain most of their orig finish and the screw, most of its orig blue. Crisp mechanics, brilliant shiny bore with a few small, scattered spots of light rust. 4-57218 (7,000-9,000)

SAVAGE NAVY CIVIL WAR REVOLVER. SN 4735. Cal .36. 7-1/8” oct bbl. Standard three-line marking on the top of the frame. “USN” on bottom of grip strap and “FAR” markings stamped on the bottom of the left grip. CONDITION: 40-50% mottled patina on bbl, 70% flaking blue on cylinder with traces on rammer housing. Traces of case color on ring trigger. Grips show wear with chip at the bottom of one grip. Mechanically fine. 4-56880 (3,500-5,500)

FINE ALSOP POCKET REVOLVER. Cal .31. SN 556. 4” oct bbl marked “G. R. ALSOP MIDDLETOWN, CONN. / PATENTED JULY 17TH, AUG 7TH, 1860 MAY 14TH 1861” on top of the bbl. CONDITION: 60% blue on the bbl mixed with flaked areas light surface rust and pitting. Bbl is about the same but the frame only has strong traces with mostly rust brown patina on the grip straps, bottom, and some areas on the side. Casehardening colors on the hammer and loading lever are brilliant. Grips are battered at the bottom. Serial number is still legible. Sides of the grip are very good retaining about 75% of the varnish. Mechanically tight. 4-56896 (3,000-4,000)

SHARPS SMALL FRAME SGL SHOT PISTOL. Cal .31 SN 175. 5” rnd bbl. Marked “SHARPS PATENT / ARMS MF ED. / FAIR MOUNT / PHILA. PA.” in an oval on the left side plate. CONDITION: Grey patina on frame, hammer, lever and butt cap. 50% blue on bbl and takedown lever. Strong traces of casehardening color at the top of the lever. 70% varnish on the grips. 4-56893 FS23 (3,000-4,000)

SHARPS LARGE FRAME SGL SHOT PISTOL. Cal .36. SN 686. 6-7/16” rnd bbl. Marked “C.SHARPS & CO’S / RIFLE WORKS / PHILA. PA.” on the right side of the frame, “C. SHARPS / PATENT / 1848-62” on the left sideplate. CONDITION: 25% to 30% blue overall with signs of cleaning on the bbl and mixed with surface rust and light pitting elsewhere. Grips have minor dents and scratches and retain about 40% of their orig varnish. Mechanically fine. 4-56894 FS22 (2,500-3,500)

VERY RARE INDIAN WARS PERIOD WESTERN MADE TOOLED SLIM JIM HOLSTER & BELT. Very fine tooled holster, probably built by F.A. Meanea in the Slim Jim pattern with sewn back edge & high trigger guard, red leather lined with belt loop secured with four harness rivets. It has a sewn in Cheyenne plug. Belt is two pieces of sewn leather with a mustard colored backing sewn around a tooled belt that appears to be of the same design as the holster. It has two belt loops with brass wire end and an orig Indian Wars period rectangular brass eagle military buckle. CONDITION: Holster is extremely fine with some light scuffing on the top edge, otherwise is sound & complete with sharp tooling & retains about 90% orig brown finish. Belt is very dry & flexed, has been treated. There are several breaks in the edges with the liner retaining about 50% mustard yellow color and the insert retaining about 50% dark brown color. Altogether, a rare surviving example of an early holster that will fit either an 1860 Army or an 1851 Navy. 4-57329 JR613 (500-800)

COLT WALKER TYPE FLASK. The only Colt marking is on the lid of the ball compartment on top of the flask. Banner, which normally has the Colt Patent marking on the bottom of the flask, does not have any marking at all. There are many differences between this and normal Walker flasks. With the Colt Patent marking, Riling calls this an English flask. Details on the mortar base are good but the cannon bbl is smaller than the axel. Screws in the top are lined up with the bottom turned ring. CONDITION: Solid with no dents. Little sign of cleaning. Seams are good. 4-56497 (1,000-2,000)

THREE COLT COMBUSTIBLE CARTRIDGE PACKETS. 1) The small 2-3/8” x 1-5/32” packet is still sealed although there is some tearing at the top and some of the cartridges can be seen. 2) Army packet is missing all of the wrapping except part of the label. Four bullets are visible but one is crushed down inside the block. The condition of the others is not known. 3) The belt pistol packet is open and empty. The label is clear. 8-87360 (400-700)

RARE STARR LINE THROWING PISTOL. No cal. SN 15670. Nickel finish, converted from a Starr dbl action revolver with a detachable 13-1/4″ tube with two line guides and a wooden plug that apparently is the weighted item which was fired to carry the small line, which would have been attached to a heavier line. With the tube detached there is only a 2-1/2″ stub bbl underneath with false nickel-plated brass cylinder shaped sideplates screwed to the sides of the frame. Apparently there was a firing chamber attached inside the frame, which is now missing. It has further been modified to where it will fire only on sgl action. It has its orig 1-pc walnut grip. Accompanied by a silver-plated flask with raised, narrow leaf patterns. CONDITION: Very good. Retains most of its nickel finish with some brass showing through on the false sideplates. Grips are very worn but sound. Mechanics are functional. Some light surface rust on the rear of the frame & hammer. Flask is fine with rusted spring. 4-56895 JR421 (800-1,200)

INSCRIBED PRE-WAR MILITIA SWORD AND LATER CASED MAJOR GENERAL DRESS EPAULETS BELONGING TO MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER, COLONEL ALEXANDER SHALER, 65TH NEW YORK INFANTRY. 1) His pre-war militia sword is presented here, made by “Horstmann & Sons/Makers Philada.” and so marked on the scabbard. The sword is a militia foot officer’s sword with a 31-3/4” dbl-edged and spear pointed blade having a narrow central fuller, and etched across 50% of the blade face. The etched decoration depicts stands of flags, drums, an American eagle on both sides of the blade. The counterguard has two cast brass quillons, triangular in shape, having eagles, acanthus leaf, and liberty caps in high relief. There are two rectangular languets on either side. The grip is of silver with a brass ferrule at the base. One side of the grip is engraved with a sunburst having a flying eagle over a stand of flags and arms with a diagonally positioned quartered oval shield with the legend “Pro Patriaet Gloria” and a broad ribbon below, reading “National Guard.” The opposite side of the silver grip has a laurel leaf wreath within the rays of a sunburst. The pommel is a standing, down-turned winged American eagle with a shield on his breast. The chain guard is attached from below his beak to the top of the quillon below. The scabbard is of brass with heavy engraved decorations on the face, including rococo scrolls, an American shield and a stand of flags and arms. The center mount is of heavy cast brass in a leaf pattern with a sgl carrying ring. The top mount is identical with two carrying rings and a cast brass button. The reverse of the scabbard has an applied scroll with the maker’s name. Inscribed within a hand engraved oak leaf wreath is the following presentation: “Presented to/Capt. Alexander Shaler, by/his Company as a token of respect/and esteem./New York June 12th 1851”. CONDITION: Very good. Etching on the blade retains some of its factory frosted appearance. Minor spotting near the tip of the blade and on the ricasso near the hilt. Cross guard and pommel retain approx. 50% of their gilt finish. Silver grip is tarnished with wear to its original finish. 2) Accompanying the sword is Shaler’s cased pair of Maj. General’s dress epaulets. The dress epaulets are regulation style, being made of gilt wire bullion and lined gilt cloth terminating in two gilt convex crescents having heavy gilt wire fringe. Two silver bullion five-point stars are affixed to the top of each epaulet. The undersides are lined in red velvet and red Russian leather with brass attaching hardware marked “V/Crown.” The orig Japanned oval tin measures 10” x 6-1/2” x 6” and has its orig label reading “Horstmann Bros. & Allien/No. 7/Bond Street/New York.” CONDITION: Epaulets show wear but retain their high luster. Undersides of one show minor losses to the red leather covering. Tin has minor exterior scratching but retains about 80% of its original finish. Alexander Shaler was born in Haddam, Connecticut on March 29, 1827. Educated in private schools, he entered the New York Militia as a private in 1845 and on December 13, 1860, was commissioned Maj. of the York Regiment. With the opening of the Civil War, he was appointed Lt. Col. of the 65th NY Inf. Vol. in June 1861 and became the Col. of the regiment on July 17, 1862. He authored the work Manual of Arms for Light Infantry using the Rifle Musket (New York, 1861). During his service with the regiment, he participated in the following engagements: Yorktown, Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Malvern Hill, South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg, “Mud March,” Chancellorsville, Maryes Heights, and Gettysburg. He was commissioned Brig. Gen. on May 26, 1863 and brevetted Maj. Gen. of Vol. on July 27, 1864. Shaler was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his action at Maryes Heights, VA on May 3, 1863. His medal citation reads as follows: “At the most critical moment, the head of the charging column being about to be crushed by the severe fire of the enemies artillery and infantry, he pushed forward with a supporting column, pierced the enemy’s works, and turned their flank”. Gen. Shaler commanded the US Military prison at Johnson’s Island, OH during the winter of 1863-1864. During the Battle of the Wilderness, he was taken prisoner by the Confederates on May 6, 1864 and was held in Charleston, SC during the summer of that year. Following his exchange, he commanded a division in the 7th Corps. and the military post in Duval’s Bluffs, Arkansas until he was mustered out on August 24, 1865. Following the war, he served as the President of the Board of Commissioners of the New York Metropolitan Fire Department and was a civil engineer in charge of the Board of Police and Fire in Chicago, Ill. in 1874-1875. From 1867 until 1886, he was Maj. Gen. of the Nat. Guard of NY and was an organizer and President of the Nat. Guard Association of the United States. Shaler died on December 28, 1911 in NY City and is buried at the English Neighborhood Reformed Church in Ridgefield, NJ. This group represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to own two significant artifacts related to a gallant Gen. and Medal of Honor winner which represent both the beginning and the end of his illustrious military career. 4-57248 CW71 (20,000-30,000)

US MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD PRESENTED TO U.S. OFFICER. This sword is engraved between top mounts on German silver scabbard “PRESENTED TO Lieut. Col. Edward B. Fowler From his Fellow Officers, 14th Regt. N.Y.S.M. MAY 4, 1861”. 30-3/4” blade is etched with various military and patriotic motifs. Grip is white sharkskin wrapped with triple wire. Standard staff hilt with fancy US and floral motifs. Ring mounts and drag on scabbard are engraved with floral motifs. A wonderful very early war presentation to the Commanding Officer of a hard fought unit in the Civil War. Appointed as Lt. Colonel of the 14th Militia Regiment in 1861, Fowler was, ultimately, promoted to Colonel and commanded the 84th New York volunteer Infantry until its discharge in June 1864.The 14th New York State Militia was organized in Brooklyn but failed to be called to the front when Lincoln issues his call for 75,000 volunteers. With special authority from the War Department, the 14th turned itself over to the Federal Government and was accepted into Federal volunteer service for a three year term. The unit was re-designated the 84th New York Volunteer Infantry. Leaving New York and reporting to Washington, the 84th advanced into Virginia and fought at Bull Run. Their major engagements were: Ball’s Cross Roads, Upton’s Hill. Falmouth, Va., General Pope’s Campaign-including Rappahannock Station, Sulphur Springs, Gainesville, 2nd Bull Run, and Little River Turnpike. They participated in the Maryland Campaign-South Mountain and Antietam, then Port Royal, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Mine run, Wilderness and Spotsylvania. Ordered back to New York City, they were mustered out of service on June 14, 1864. CONDITION: Grip is worn at high spots but retains all of its orig sharkskin and wire. Blade is bright/gray. Etching is excellent and shows a lot of its orig frost. Some black staining on blade. Scabbard shows braised repair between drag and middle mount. 4-56943 JS61 (4,000-6,000)

HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT PRESENTATION SWORD AND MEMORABILIA OF COLONEL HENRY WILSON, 22ND REGIMENT MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEERS, FRIEND OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN, UNITED STATES SENATOR, AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. This lot represents one of the most important groupings of military and political material related to one of the most influential and well-known politicians in United States history. The lot consists of Wilson’s high-grade presentation sword, dated 1861, enameled corps badge for the “Wilson Regiment,” images, political memorabilia, regimental history for the 22nd Infantry, 2nd Sharpshooters, and 3rd Light Artillery Battery Massachusetts Volunteers, and an important book of the life of Henry Wilson. 1) The sword is a high-grade US regulation Model 1850 Staff and Field officer’s sword made by the “Ames Mfg. Co./Chicopee/Mass.” and so marked near the ricasso of the blade, both in etched form on one side and stamped on the ricasso on the opposing side. This exact sword is illus. on pg. 168 of the book The Ames Sword Company by John Hamilton 1893. The blade is 32” long and is etched with an American eagle, “U.S.”, scrolls of floral engraving, stands of arms and military trophies, and terminating in rays of a sunburst. The hilt is of cast brass, gold-plated, and is of standard regulation form, having three branches filled with finely cast floral decoration and “U.S.”. The half-basket guard forms a sgl knuckle bow, terminating at the cast brass pommel cap with laurel leaf decoration. The grip is of wood covered in sharkskin and wound with dbl strand twisted brass wire. The ornate scabbard is of brass, gold-plated, and signed by the maker on the reverse side between the throat and the top mount. The separately applied throat is plain; the two carrying ring bands are cast with acanthus leaf decoration in relief, and the body of the scabbard is heavily engraved with incised lines and scrollwork radiating above and below each of the carrying rings and forming a 4-1/2” long x 1-1/4” wide cartouche, which has the ornate presentation engraved within. The remainder of the scabbard body is decorated with a very detailed stand of flags, battle axes, drums, a knapsack, bugle, and American shield surmounted by a liberty cap perched atop a pole. Ornate scrollwork radiates from below these figures. The applied drag is plain, however the body of the scabbard repeats the scrollwork on its face near the drag topped by a large flame-like engraved decoration. The reverse side of the scabbard is plain. Within the cartouche, between the top and middle mounts, is the following inscription: “Col. Henry Wilson. (Old English Script)/22nd Reg. M.V./from the/Inspectors at the BOSTON CUSTOM HOUSE/Sept 27th 1861.” CONDITION: Fine. Blade exhibits most of its orig factory finish, including its frosty etching. At the end of the etching, on one side, is an area of light surface pitting about 3” long. On the opposite side, near the end of the etching, are about five small patches of dark staining and a couple of other areas of light pitting and/or staining, not severely affecting the etched panels. Hilt retains about 80% of its gilt luster. Grip wrap of sharkskin has separated slightly at the seam and shows light wear on the high spots. Scabbard is superb with only some darkening and light oxidation where the carrying ring mounts and drag were soldered to the body. One minor dent on the edge of the scabbard near the lower right hand corner of the presentation. 2) Accompanying the sword is a corps badge, being made of German silver with a top pin bar enameled in blue and reading “Wilson Regiment”. Hanging below the bar with one ring is a silver and enameled Maltese cross filled with red enamel, which in the center, has a large “22d” on either side reading “Mass./Inf.,” the top arm of the cross reads “2d. S.S.”, and the bottom arm “3d. Batt”. This badge is framed with a postal cover measuring 7-1/4” x 3-3/4” addressed to “Hon. John Chapman/Salem/M” from H Wilson”. It is postmarked and dated June 1864. CONDITION: Corps badge appears to be about fine but I was unable to remove it from the frame. It is pinned on a card handwritten “Civil War/2nd Sharpshooters/3rd Batt./22 Inf. Mass”. One or two minor chips missing from the face of the pin bar, otherwise the badge appears fine. 3) There is an oval engraving, illustrating Henry Wilson in Civil War uniform with a printed signature below published by “J.C. Buttre, 48 Franklin Street, New York”. CONDITION: Image and background is foxed. Frame is plastic. 4) There is a framed group portrait of President Andrew Johnson and his cabinet members of which Henry Wilson appears in an oval portrait at the lower right hand corner as Chief of the Military Commission for the United States Senate. The print was engraved by G.R. Hall and is dated 1866. The frame is contemporary of gilt decorated wood. There is also an engraving of General Ulysses S. Grant in uniform in a manila folder. CONDITION: Both prints are good. Grant print is foxed at the edges and has a dog-eared edge. 5) A copy of the book Henry Wilson’s Regiment; Twenty-Second Infantry/Second Sharpshooters/Third Light Battery/Massachusetts Vols. by John L. Parker, Corporal Co. F, 22nd, and 1st Lt. 11th Mass. Vols., assisted by Robert G. Carter, Pvt Co. H, 22nd, 1st Lt., 4th U.S. Cav, and the Historical Committee (Boston, 1887). The book is ex libris Winthrop Public Library, Massachusetts. The 591-pg work details the history of this regiment from its formation and throughout the end of the war and has period engravings of staff and company officers throughout. The book is wrapped in cloth covered boards, the front cover being blue, the rear cover being red, and the spine being dark green. CONDITION: Fair. Bindings are split, wraps are loose, and the book is complete, however the page edges are tattered. 6) Included is The Life and Public Services of Hon. Henry Wilson by Hon. Thomas Russell, Collector of the Port of Boston; and Rev. Elias Nason, for many years the Pastor of Mr. Wilson (Boston, 1872), dedicated to “The working-man of America. The 419-pg work is a biography of Henry Wilson. CONDITION: Good. Wraps are green cloth covered boards with gold embossed title on the spine and a gold embossed facsimile of Wilson’s signature on the front. 7) All framed together is a lot of political memorabilia, including the following items: an orig 1872 election ticket for the state of Maryland, listing for president “Ulysses S. Grant” and for Vice President “Henry Wilson” having an oval portrait of Abraham Lincoln at the top; a northern patriotic postal cover titled “Jeff Davis ‘going in’/Jeff Davis ‘coming out’,” which is a cartoon like character of the Confederate President, when turned sideways appears to be a mule; there is a wonderful printed political cap in printed fabric of orange, blue, black, and cream with one band woven to read “GRANTANDWILSONGRANTANDWILSON…,” another band printed “LETUSHAVEPEACE,” and another band with Wilson’s initials repeated “HWHW…”, and a final band printed in larger letters “USGUSG…”. One of the finest and most important pcs of political memorabilia I have seen in many years. Also framed is a post war carte-de-visite photograph of Wilson as Vice President, a quarter dollar sized coin with a spread-winged American eagle, and around the rim “For Vice President/H. Wilson/1872”. Finally, there is a pin back tin embossed shield that reads “Grant Club,” and suspended from it is a circular coin with a relief of U.S. Grant and reading “President U.S. Grant”. CONDITION: Election ticket is very good but has been glued to the frame’s backing. Campaign cap is in superb condition and may have been glued to the backing of the frame. Postal cover, also glued, is bright and clear. Photograph has some losses to the image around Wilson’s shoulders and in the background. Coin is encased in a protector, and the Grant Club pin appears to be fine. All mounted in a contemporary frame measuring 25” x 24”. Also included is a certificate of marriage of Mr. Orson Candeshoef and Ms. Fanny Wilson on March 2, 1868. Certificate has some foxing and staininig and minor tears to the edges.

Henry Wilson was one of America’s foremost anti-slavery advocates. He was a personal friend of President Abraham Lincoln and served as the United States Senate’s Chairman of the powerful Military Commission during the Civil War. He raised the 22nd Regiment Massachusetts Vol. in 1861 and served with them while on recess from his duties as a senator. He was elected as Vice President of the United States under U.S. Grant in 1872. Wilson was born in Farmington, New Hampshire on February 16, 1812 and died in Washington, D.C. on November 22, 1875. He was the son of a farm laborer and due to their severe poverty, was apprenticed to a neighboring farmer at the age of 10. Upon the end of his 11-year apprenticeship, he found work at a shoemaker’s and upon becoming 18 years old, he had his name, which was originally Jeremiah Jones Colbaith, legally changed to Henry Wilson. He earned enough money to be able to return to New Hampshire and study at Stafford, Wolfborough, and Concord. During his studies, he made his first appearance in public life as an ardent Abolitionist. In 1840, he appeared on the public scene as a supporter of Henry Harrison, making public speaking appearances at more than 60 Whig meetings. At age 28, he was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives, serving for one year and then three years in the Massachusetts State Senate. Throughout his political career, he was a fiery anti-slavery leader and in 1848, attended the National Whig Convention in Philadelphia. He edited the Boston “Republican Newspaper”, was chairman of the Free-Soil state committee, and in 1815, was elected President of the Massachusetts State Senate. Later, as a member of the State Constitutional Convention, he proposed a provision to permit black men into the state militia organization. Following several failed attempts, he was elected to succeed Edward Everett in the United States Senate. He withdrew from the American National Convention in Philadelphia when it adopted a platform with a neutral position on slavery. He took an active part in the formation of Lincoln’s Republican party. The Congressional record during his long term of service in the US Senate shows that he was one of the most industrious, active, and outspoken members of that body and his name is connected with nearly all of the important acts leading up to and during the American Civil War. In March 1861, he was made Chairman of the Senate Committee on Military Affairs, of which he had been a member for the preceding four years. He induced Congress to authorize the enlistment of 500,000 volunteers at the beginning of the hostilities and remaining as the chairman of the committee from 1861-186, he devised and carried the most important measures with regard to the organization of the Union Army and the raising and equipping of troops. Prior to the war, Wilson held the rank of Brigadier General in the Massachusetts State Militia and in 1861, he organized and raised the 22nd Regiment of Massachusetts Vol, which included the 2nd Regiment Sharpshooters, the 3rd Light Artillery Battery, and a Regiment of Inf. He marched off to the field as the regiment’s Col. and served as an aide to General George McClellan until Congress reassembled. During the first session of Congress, 1861-1862, he introduced laws that abolished slavery in the District of Columbia, allowed blacks to enroll in the militia, and granted freedom to slaves and their families who entered the military service of the United States. Following the war, he continued his term in the Senate and joined with measures of conciliation toward the south. He was nominated for the office of Vice President of the United States in June 1872 to serve on the election ticket with Ulysses S. Grant and was elected the following November, receiving 286 out of 354 electoral votes. He resigned the US Senate on March 3, 1873 to serve as Vice President. Within that year, he was stricken with paralysis, from which he died two years later. He authored the following books: History of the Anti-Slavery Measures of the Thirty-Seventh, Thirty-Eight United States Congresses (Boston, 1865), Military Measures of the United States Congress (1866), Testimonies of American Statesmen and Jurists to the Truths of Christianity (1867), History of the Reconstruction Measures of the Thirty-Ninth and Fortieth Congresses, 1865-8, (1868), along with a number of articles and speeches, which were published. During its term of service, Wilson’s 22nd Regiment Massachusetts Vol. served distinguishably at most of the major engagements including Gettysburg, in the Eastern Theater of War. 4-57392, 4-57393, 4-57410 CW104 (20,000-25,000)

HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT TIFFANY MAHOGANY PRESENTATION SWORD CASE TO “MAJOR GENERAL AMBROSE EVERETT BURNSIDE”. The orig wood case manufactured by Tiffany & Co. New York for Maj. Gen. Burnside’s presentation sword. Unfortunately, the sword does not accompany this lot, but the case is a sight to behold. Made of mahogany, the case measures 41” long x 6-7/8” wide x 4-1/2” deep, is made of the finest grained wood having a rectangular clipped corner German silver inlay in the center of the top which is magnificently hand engraved in Old English script “Major General Ambrose Everett Burnside” lightly decorated with hand engraved scrolls. The front of the case has a clipped corner rectangular key escutcheon and two brass locking hooks. The lid is attached with three silver-plated brass hinges. The interior of the fitted case, which has compartments for a presentation sword, belt, and sash. The interior is lined in bright blue velvet and has a sterling silver rectangular label having two trefoiled ends engraved “Tiffany & Co. 550 & 552 Broadway, New York”. CONDITION: Very good. Right left hand corner of the top shows damage from being bumped or dropped. Slight amount of the wood is mashed at the corner with a narrow sliver of wood loss measuring about 4-3/4”. On the same end, there is a hole in the bottom section of the case measuring approx. 3/4” x 1/4”. Included with this lot is Major General Ambrose E. Burnside and the Ninth Army Corps, bu Augustus Woodbury/ 1867. Some foxing. Corner wears and binding is frayed and split.

Major General Ambrose E. Burnside (1824-1881) served in the Mexican War and in several campaigns against the Native Americans; at the outbreak of the American Civil War he accepted command of a Union regiment, which he led in the First Battle of Bull Run. Promoted to Brig. Gen. in August 1861, he took part in the capture of Roanoke Island and Fort Macon in North Carolina. In September 1862, by now a Maj. Gen, he fought in the Battle of Antietam under General George B. McClellan, whom he succeeded in November as Commander of the Army of the Potomac; a month later his forces were decisively defeated by Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. Burnside was then transferred to the Army of Ohio and successfully resisted the Confederate siege (1863) of Knoxville, TN. He served under Gens. George G. Meade and Ulyssess S. Grant at the siege (1864) of Petersburg, VA, but was held responsible for heavy Union losses and relieved of command. After the war Burnside was Gov. of RI (1866-69) and a U.S. senator (1875-81). 4-57364 CW110 (8,000-10,000)

HIGH GRADE PRESENTATION CIVIL WAR FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH DAMASCUS BLADE AND BATTLE HONORS-35TH NEW JERSEY. A marvelous sword with a lot of history and most it written right on the artifact itself! This is a high-grade U.S. Model 1850 Foot Officer’s sword of regulation style. Foreign made sword has a slightly curved 31”, sgl edged, Damascus steel blade having an etched, engraved and gilded spread winged eagle on one side with a sunburst, and a “U.S.” with floral embellishments engraved and gilded on the other. Back of the blade is engraved and gilded as well with a fancy leaf pattern. Regulation cast brass hilt terminates at a heavily cast and decorated pommel cap with scrolls and classical leaf designs. Grip is of silver and engraved with numerous scrolls, a scallop shell design and a stippled background creating two open cartouches. Scabbard is of wood, covered in sharkskin with sheet brass mounts having heavily cast and, in bas relief, fancy brass applications forming three oval cartouches on the top, middle and bottom mounts. Within these cartouches is sterling silver, engraved panels. Top depicts a finely engraved American eagle surmounting the American shield, the middle “Lady Liberty,” and drag; the figure of “Justice”. Mounted directly to the scabbard within a fancy cast brass “frame” is the presentation plaque, also of sterling silver and engraved thusly: “Presented to/Capt. Charles A. Angel,/Co. A, 35th N.J. Vol’s/by the members of his company, as a token of their esteem”. Additionally, engraved on the reverse of the top scabbard mount is engraved: “Fought against the rebellion of 1861,2, & 3, at Yorktown, Williamsburg, Fair Oaks, Savage’s Station, White Oak Swamp, Malvern Hill, Bristow’s Station, Bull Run, 2nd, Chantilly, Fredericksburg”. CONDITION: Good. Damascus steel grain is easily seen on the blade, although some of the gilt decoration has worn thin. Hilt and grip are fine. Scabbard shows some age but is still quite nice. All markings are clear. Capt. Angel is reported as the “acting Major” in the regimental colonel’s after-action report for the Battle of Resaca. Carte-de-Visite photograph of Captain Angel is available in the New Jersey Department of State archives, Adjutant Generals’ Office (Civil War) Series # SDEA4010. He is also listed as a participant in the Battle of Atlanta; therefore, obviously, his service extended well beyond the battle honors present on this wonderful sword. 4-57391 (8,000-12,000)

PRESENTATION JEWELED STATUE GRIP STAFF SWORD TO COLONEL –LATER BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL-R.N. PEARSON. High grade Clauberg made presentation sword. Grip is full standing Lady Liberty holding a sword with red stone in her chest. Knuckle bow attaches to Lady Liberty’s back and transverses down to floral basket with intertwined vines and red stones inset. Quillon is of a sea serpent with red stone eyes. Steel scabbard has large, fancy, cutout mounts with floral and geometric designs. 31-1/2” blade is white metal plated and has 18” etched panels containing patriotic motifs, including two standing soldiers, one an officer with sword and American flag, the other soldier an enlisted man with his knapsack and musket. A presentation plaque between top mounts reads “Presented to Col. R.N. Pearson, 31st Ills V.V.I., By the Officers of his Regt. June 1, 1865”. Pearson was BORN January 9, 1840 in Fayetteville, Pennsylvania-he was a bricklayer before the War. He entered the Civil War as a private in the 10th Illinois Infantry (3 Months) and was appointed Adjutant in the 31st Regiment Illinois Infantry when it was formed in Cairo Illinois on September 18, 1861. He rose through the ranks throughout his service, ultimately commanding his regiment. He was promoted to Major April 9, 1863, Lt. Colonel August 15, 1863 and received his Brevet as Brigadier General for “gallant and meritorious services” on March 13, 1865. the 31st Illinois served in the Western theater of Operations having principal engagements at: fort Henry, Fort Donelson, Corinth, Grant’s Mississippi Campaign, Champion’s Hill Siege and Surrender of Vicksburg, Atlanta Campaign, Kennesaw Mountain, Jonesboro, Sherman’s March to the Sea, Savannah, Edisto, Bentonville, Goldsboro, Raleigh, and participated at General Johnston’s Surrender at Benton House, N.C. via Richmond, Pearson moved to Washington to participate in the Grand Review. An excellent opportunity to own this wonderful high grade presentation sword owned by a Brevet Brigadier General. CONDITION: This sword is in as found condition. Blade was well protected, being plated and in the scabbard, and exhibits about 97% shine with small areas of rust and pitting. Lady Liberty exhibits dark, chocolate brown patina, and is missing her headdress. Hilt and scabbard mounts exhibit most of their orig gilding, though non-gilded areas exhibit dark, chocolate patina. Two of the eight stones in basket are missing. The silver presentation plaque is uncleaned and exhibits black staining. Steel scabbard body appears to have been white metal plated but is rusted over about 50% of surface. 4-55203 JS68 (8,000-10,000)

LOT OF INSCRIBED SAVAGE NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER & SWORD. (1) Savage Navy Revolver. Cal. 36. SN 973. Usual configuration with 7-1/8″ oct bbl, tall brass pin front sight, heart shaped trigger guard with ring trigger & standard trigger. It has 2-pc walnut grips & the left side is inscribed “CO F 1ST REGT / CT V / WT MERIDEN / 1861”. Buttstrap is inscribed in period script engraving “L.L. ATWELL”. CONDITION: Fine plus. Traces of orig blue remain in the sheltered areas on the bbl & rammer base. Cylinder retains 30-40% thin orig blue and the frame traces of orig blue with the balance of the metal a gray brown patina. Grips have good edges with minor nicks & scratches and retain a dark smooth patina. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. (2) Non-regulation European made staff & field officer’s sword with 36″ slightly curved blade with large unstopped fuller & narrow backing fuller. Right ricasso area has two small proofs. Blade is etch engraved about 2/3 of its length with foliate arabesque patterns, trophies of arms with oak leaves & acorns on both sides with the right side having a spread winged American eagle & shield. It has pierced brass hand guard with flowers & leaves & an eagle perched on a shield & ribbon with an arc of stars over the top. It has a curved quillion with flowers on each side. Sgl knuckle bow has various decorations with an oval leaf decorated pommel. Back strap of the handle is engraved “PRESENTED TO CAPT. L.L. ATWELL, CO. F / 7TH C.V. BY THE VETERANS OF HIS / COMPANY”. It has a fish skin wrapped handle with plain & twisted wire wrap. Accompanied by its orig iron scabbard with two leaf decorated hangers, brass throat & drag. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned a long time ago & now has a light gray patina with light surface spotting & a few spots of heavier rust. Hand guard & pommel are fine with moderate wear on the fish skin wrap. Scabbard shows moderate to heavy wear with a severely worn drag indicating heavy field service & now has a mottled silver brown patina with some light surface pitting. A fine set that belonged to an apparently very active officer.

A preliminary research on the Connecticut 7th Infantry Regiment disclosed that it was organized Sept. 1861 & mustered out July 20, 1865 & discharged August 11, 1865. They participated in numerous skirmishes & battles including Fort Pulaski, SC. The attacks on Morris Island July 10, 1863, Fort Wagner on July 11th, the siege of Fort Wagner July 11-Sept. 7 and operations against Fort Sumpter & Charleston until Oct. 16, 1863. They were in continuous service until 1864 with numerous skirmishes & small battles participating in the attack on Petersburg & Richmond May 4-28. They were on their Bermuda 100 lines May 16-Aug. 13, at Petersburg on June 9, at the siege of Petersburg & Richmond June 16, 1864 – Jan 3, 1865. They were in the trenches before Petersburg Aug. 25-Sept. 28, after which they were in the Battle of Chaffin’s Farm & New Market Heights Sept. 28-30. They were at the Battle of Fair Oaks Oct 27-28, and were on detached duty at New York City during the Presidential election of 1864, Nov 2-17, then back in the trenches before Richmond until Jan. 3, 1865. They participated in the capture of Fort Fisher on Jan. 15 & numerous other smaller engagements. This regiment saw extensive duty throughout the war, mostly in the south in SC & Florida. In total they lost 364 officers & men. 4-57273 JR606 (20,000-25,000)

IDENTIFIED SWORD AND PISTOL BELONGING TO CIVIL WAR OFFICER. 1) Included in this lot is an inscribed Model 1850 staff and field officer sword inscribed on top scabbard mount to “LIEUT. GEO. M. CURTIS, 110TH REGT., N.Y., VOLS BY MANY FRIENDS, GATES N.Y., FEBRUARY 9, 1864”. 2) Accompanying the sword is a Moore 7 shot revolver. SN 2386, which is engraved with its orig holster, and named on back strap “G.M. CURTIS”. Lt. Curtis enlisted in the 110th New York Infantry, nicknamed the Oswego County Regiment in the summer of 1862-he served with that unit throughout most his military service-notably at Port Hudson with General Banks, but was discharged as a 1st Lieutenant from the 140th New York Volunteers on May 15, 1865. the 110th N.Y. left for Baltimore, Maryland and thence to Fortress Monroe. On November 6, 1862 they set sail for New Orleans and participated in Bank’s 48 day siege on Port Hudson and the massive assault on Port Hudson. Following that engagement Curtis did duty in and around Louisiana until Lt. Curtis transferred to the 140th New York Infantry Regiment where he mustered out on May 15, 1865. CONDITION: 1) Sword grip is sharkskin, triple wire wrap, good condition with only wear to high spots of sharkskin. Sword hilt, pommel, and brass scabbard mounts all cleaned, but exhibit matching patina. Metal body to scabbard still retains some blue/brown finish with scattered areas of pitting. Drag has numerous dents. Screw on drag has been changed to a brass pin. 33” blade is etched in 18” panels on both sides with various military and floral motifs. Blade is gray, etching is 90% plus discernible, but weak in many areas. Scattered areas of black staining and light pitting. Sword retains a bullion sword knot. 2) Engraving to frame and back strap retains 50% plus orig silver. Bbl flat is marked “D. MOORE PATENT SEPT. 18, 1860”. Bbl retains traces of finish. Most of the surface is cleaned white with staining and light pitting. Cylinder is cleaned, has scattered staining and light pitting. Accompanying holster is very good, some crazing, and is covered with protectorate. 4-56364 JS59 (5,000-10,000)

IMPORTANT HISTORICAL LOT OF TWO SWORDS PRESENTED TO MAJOR GENERAL WILLIAM SCHOULER, ADJUTANT GENERAL OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DURING THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR. The following two presentation swords, offered together, represent an important and rare opportunity to own Civil War period general officer’s swords belonging to Major General William Schouler (1814-1872) of Massachusetts. General Schouler was a Scottish born politician, editor and historian who was appointed Adjutant General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on the eve of the American Civil War. Prior to the war Schouler served in the Massachusetts legislature and was editor of the Lowell Courier and Journal and the Boston Globe. It was he who mustered the initial troops in the Spring of 1861, who were among the first to respond to Lincoln’s call for 75,000 volunteers to preserve the Union. It is reported that he notified President Lincoln of the loss of five sons of a Massachusetts woman to whom Lincoln was purported to have written a masterfully consoling sympathy letter: To: Mrs. Bixby, Boston, Mass. November 21, 1864 Dear Madam, I have been shown in the files of the War Department a statement of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts that you are the mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle. I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be your to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. Yours very sincerely and respectfully, A. Lincoln General Schouler is said to have delivered this letter from President Lincoln to Mrs. Bixby personally. Following the Civil War, Schouler distinguished himself as an able historian writing the landmark work A History of Massachusetts in the Civil War. (1868). General Schouler died in 1872 and is buried in Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Plain, Boston. The first is a UNIQUE AND IMPORTANT CASED PRESENTATION SWORD AND ACCOUTERMENTS PRESENTED TO MAJOR GENERAL WILLIAM SCHOULER, ADJUTANT GENERAL OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DURING THE CIVIL WAR BY THE SWORD MAKER C. ROBY. A presentation sword of very high quality to Major General William Schouler. The sword is a militia officer’s type, very delicate in high style and obviously custom made. The blade is extremely narrow measuring 6/8″ at the ricasso and 30.5″ long. Etched decorations cover 70% of the blade with American shields, and eagle, “US”, military trophies and floral sprays. Within a panel on one side of the blade is the inscription Adj’t Gen., William Schouler. On the opposite side of the blade within a similar panel is the presentation From his friend C. Roby. Both inscriptions are etched in old English script. Schouler and sword contractor C. Roby of West Chelmsford, Massachusetts were obviously friends. Presentations to military officers from sword makers are extremely rare. The cross guard is of silver plated brass with an oval down turned counterguard having an open work wreath surmounted by two five-point stars (Major General). The rear counterguard is a stylized American shield with Masonic symbols engraved. The crossguard terminated with two “Y” shaped quillons bound with laurel leaf clusters. The grip is of ivory shaped in octagonal panels. The pommel is a knight’s head with a double chain guard. The scabbard is of brass with engraved furniture. The top mount with two carrying rings has an engraved depiction of the Massachusetts State Seal. The middle mount is engraved with thistles (relating to Schouler’s Scottish heritage). The bottom of the scabbard is engraved with oak leaves and terminates in an acorn finial. CONDITION: Very good. The sword is uncleaned and in untouched condition. The blade is bright with frosty etching, the hilt is tarnished. The grip is strong but the ivory shows age cracks. The scabbard retains only traces of its original gold wash but shows no dents or other severe wear. The second is a HISTORIC AND IMPORTANT U.S. MODEL 1840 GENERAL OFFICER’S SWORD INSCRIBED TO GENERAL WILLIAM SCHOULER, ADJUTANT GENERAL OF MASSACHUSETTS DURING THE CIVIL WAR TOGETHER W/CDV SHOWING THIS VERY SWORD. This sword is a regulation U.S. Model 1840 General Officer’s Sword of the type offered by Wm. H. Horstmann, a rarity in itself. The sword has a straight double edged blade with a central fuller measuring 33″ long. A stamped Solingen, German maker’s mark is on the ricasso. Over 60% of the blade is decorated with etched floral sprays, an American eagle and stars, and “US” in a star lined rectangular panel. The counterguard is a double clamshell pattern with the reverse side being hinged. The quillon has a cast foliated decoration. The grip is also cast brass giving the appearance of wire wrap. The urn shaped pommel is decorated with an Acanthus leaf pattern having a “D” shaped single bow knuckle guard the scabbard is of brass with engraved patterns, an American eagle and shield between the mounts. There are two carrying rings and a frog stud on the top mount and a single carrying ring on the middle mount. The front clamshell counterguard is engraved: Presented to/GENERAL WILLIAM SCHOULER/Adjutant General of Massachusetts,/BY HIS FRIENDS/Boston, May, 1860. A period C.D.V. of Gen. Schouler cradling this very sword in his arm accompanies this lot. CONDITION: Very good. The sword is in uncleaned attic condition having a dark patina overall. The blade retains much brightness and frosty etching with some discoloration and dark spots here and there. The hilt is very strong and the scabbard very nice with only a couple of minor dents to the backside. An extremely important and historic state General Officer’s sword. 8-87164, 8-87165 (25,000-35,000)

FINE, HIGH GRADE 1865 PRESENTATION NON-REGULATION STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD. Very nicely designed U.S. non-regulation style Staff & Field officer’s sword in excellent condition. Lightly curved foreign made blade measures 35” in length and is signed “W.H. Horstmann & Sons Philadelphia near the ricasso. Blade is etched with two primary panels, one having a spread winged American eagle-gilded, the other a fancy “U.S.” also with a gold leaf overlay. Heavily cast brass half-basket hilt displays a stand of flags over which a down turned winged American eagle is perched atop the American shield. Half-basket counter guard is intertwined with openwork and the reverse counter guard has an openwork quatrefoil. Knuckle bow terminates at the heavily cast pommel cap which has an Oak leaf wreath and shield in high relief with a ball type capstan nut on top. Scabbard is of brightly nickel-plated steel with applied cast brass furniture. Top mount is cast with a beautifully rendered stand of flags, military trophies with an eagle on top. Middle mount has a bust portrait of George Washington, and the drag is decorated with traditional and Roman military symbols and trophies. On the reverse of the top mount is engraved: “Presented by the members/of Comp’y H./National Guard/to/Major Alexander McCuen/as a Testimonial of their respect. March 1865”. Accompany are Maj. McCuen’s records of service. CONDITION: Sword is in wonderful condition. Blade has minor losses to the gold-plating on the etched blade, however, the hilt retains most of its orig gold wash and the scabbard, simply, sparkles with brightness. 4-57386 (6,000-10,000)

INSCRIBED STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD TO COLONEL (BVT. BRIGADIER GENERAL) JAMES L. SELFRIDGE 46TH PENNSYLVANIA VOLUNTEERS ALONG WITH HIS POST WAR DRESS SWORD. 1) A wonderful and historic inscribed US regulation Model 1851 staff and field officer’s sword with the following inscription: “Presented to/Lieut. Col. James L. Selfridge/By his friends of Bethlehem Penn/To his Gallantry and Bravery in/the Defense of the Flag of his/Country September 10 1862/46 Reg. Penna Vol”. The sword of regulation form has a 32” lightly curved sgl edged blade, which with etching across 60% of its surface. The blade is unsigned, of European manufacture, stamped “P.D.L.” in an oval cartouche on the ricasso. The etching incorporates an American eagle, US and military and floral motifs. The hilt is of cast brass, the floral half basket counterguard incorporating “US.” Sgl branch knuckle bow terminating at a cast brass pommel. The grip is of wood covered in sharkskin with twisted copper wire wrap. Attached is Selfridge’s gilt cloth and braid officer’s sword knot. Scabbard is of steel with engraved sheet brass mounts and cast carrying rings having an oak leaf pattern. The inscription is found on the front face of the top mount. CONDITION: Very good. Blade has areas of discoloration from rust, in particular near the ricasso. Hilt has a medium yellow patina and is uncleaned. Grip is fine with traces of old polish, now turned white. Scabbard has aged to a plum brown patina. Mounts are dark and unpolished. Sword knot is faded from age but fully intact. 2) Accompanying this sword is Selfridge’s US Model 1860 Staff and Field officer’s sword having a 30” narrow dbl-edged blade, diamond in cross section with etched designs across 30% of its surface, having floral designs, US, and the motto “E. Pluribus Unum.” The blade has a cryptic maker’s mark. The hilt is of cast brass in a dbl clamshell pattern. The front side having a cast stand of flags with a spread winged eagle and two five-pointed stars. The reverse folds downward and is decorated with a simple scallop-edged engraving. Sgl branch knuckle bow with a cast floral pattern terminating at a cast brass pommel, having a spread winged eagle on the front and a shield on the reverse. The grip is of cast silver having a stippled pattern and tiny five-pointed stars cast across the surface throughout. It is wrapped in finely twisted silver wire. The scabbard is of brass, silver-plated with a brass throat, two carrying rings, and a drag with floral engraving. CONDITION: Good. Blade shows areas of heavy surface rust near the tip and light staining elsewhere. Hilt is dirty and uncleaned. Scabbard is tarnished. Area between the top and middle mount has the silver-plating worn away and the throat is loose. James L. Selfridge studied law in Allentown, Pennsylvania and worked for his father’s transportation company in Philadelphia. In 1857, he moved to Bethlehem where he was engaged in the coal and real estate business. He mustered into service on April 20, 1861 as Captain, Co. A, 1st PA Inf. (3 months), the “Washington Grays”. Following their 3-month service, the regiment became the 46th Regiment PA Vol. Inf. on August 8, 1861. He was appointed Lt. Col. of the regiment. During the Antietam Campaign, (presumably the occasion after which his friends in Bethlehem, PA sought to honor him with the presentation sword) he was in command of the 46th PA after his commanding officer, Col. Knipe took command of the brigade on September 17, 1862. In his after action report, Col. Knipe stated “…I can cheerfully bear testimony to the bearing of Lieutenant – Colonel-Selfridge. He displayed coolness and a bravery that distinguished the true soldier, and is worthy of promotion”. He was promoted to Col. on May 10, 1863 and served as the Brigade Commander for the 1st Div. 1st Brigade 12th Army Corps. on Sherman’s March to the Sea. In his command were the 5th CT, 123rd NY, 141st NY, and the 46th PA. During his term of service, the 46th PA Inf. under his command engaged in the following battles: Winchester, Strasburg, Front Royal, Culpeper, Cedar Mountain, Pope’s Campaign, Antietam, “Mud March,” Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg. At the end of their term of service in April 1864, the entire regiment reenlisted and were moved to the Western Theater and fought at Atlanta, Resaca, New Hope Church, Kenesaw Mountain, Siege of Atlanta, Sherman’s March to the Sea, Savannah, Bentonville, the surrender of Confederate General Johnson, and the Grand Review in Washington, D.C. He was honored with a Brevet Brigadier General’s Commission on March 13, 1865 and was honorably mustered out on July 16, 1865. Following the war, he was elected Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives of PA and returned to Philadelphia and became the proprietor of the Lehigh Cement Co. He continued his military service to the state, being appointed by the governor as Maj. Gen. of the 7th Div. PA Nat. Guard. 4-57268 (15,000-20,000)

INSCRIBED CIVIL WAR NON-REGULATION STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD 34TH ILLINOIS VETERAN VOLUNTEER INFANTRY WITH BATTLE HONORS. A European made non-regulation iron hilted staff and field officer’s sword of the type generally known as Peterson #75. The blade is nearly straight, measuring 32-3/4” in length with a sgl edge having etched decorations at the ricasso and in two panels on either side of the blade. One panel includes a spread winged American eagle in a sunburst, the opposite side “U.S.” with scroll embellishments on either side. The ricasso has a small circular brass disc stamped “Proved,” the opposite side is signed “F. Horster/Solingen”. The hilt is of half-basket form fashioned of iron having a spread-winged eagle surmounting “U.S.” in cut out fashion in the counterguard. The bird’s head, pommel, and back strap are of iron, terminating in a ferrule at the base of the grip. The grip is wood covered in sharkskin and bound with triple strand copper wire. The scabbard is of steel with a flared throat, two sword ring mounts, and drag. Between the top and middle mount is the presentation all hand engraved in very well done, but vernacular form. The inscription reads “R.J. Heath/Lt. Co. ‘A’ 34 Ills. V.V.I.”. There is an extensive list of battle honors all engraved across the face of the scabbard, which read as follows: “Shiloh” April 7, 1862/Siege of Corinth, May 1862/ ______ Nov 28 1862/“Triune” December 27, 1862/Stone River December 31 ‘62/January 1 1863/“Liberty Gap”, June 25, 1863/ “M___ Ridge” Nov 26 1863/ “Buzzard Roost” May 9+10 1864/“Resacca” May 14, 1864/ “Rome” May 17, 1864/“Kenesaw” June 27, 1864/ Peach Tree Creek July 19 ‘64/“Siege of Atlanta” Aug ‘64/“Jonesboro” Sept 1st 1864/ “Siege of Savannah” December, 1864. A marvelous sword with a great inscription. It may be that there were several hands involved in engraving the battles, which may mean that they were added as this officer moved through this service. CONDITION: Good. Bblade has been cleaned and has a light gray patina. Iron hilt is dark and uncleaned. Grip shows heavy wear with losses to the sharkskin wrap of about 25%. Scabbard is dark. Areas of the light presentation and engraving are difficult to read but overall a marvelous and historic Civil War artifact. 4-57357 CW108 (4,000-6,000)

FINE SAUERBIER ARTILLERY SWORD. 33-3/8” sgl fuller blade, etched on the left ricasso “H. Sauerbier / Newark /NJ” with a large etched “US” with vines and leaves on the blade. The right side of the blade has crossed cannons and a stand of flags. The hilt is engraved on all three branches and the pommel. The brown steel scabbard has brass mounts. CONDITION: Right blade with minor pitting. Hilt is fine with some wear to the leather covering on the grip, but the triple wire wrap is excellent. Scabbard is very fine with 90% of the brown mixed with scattered light specks of surface rust. 4-57402 FS259 (2,000-3,000)

ROSE MODEL 1812 SABER. 33-1/4” deeply curved blade marked “W ROSE” deeply on the spine. The proof marks “B / G F” are also deeply struck on the right side of the blade. Iron scabbard is unmarked. CONDITION: Gray patina on blade with scattered light pitting. Numerous nicks on the edge. About half of the wrap and all of the wire is missing on the hilt. Scabbard is heavily pitted. 4-57381 FS262 (1,500-2,500)

CIVIL WAR PRESENTATION FOOT OFFICERS SWORD. 29-1/2” blade marked “AMES MFG CO CHICOPEE, MASS” is etched with various military motifs. Sharkskin grip with typical Model 1850 florally decorated pommel and hilt. Top stitched leather scabbard. Top mount is engraved “Capt. Wm. H. Palmer Co. F, 10th W.V. Inf. Oct. 1861”. Opposite inscription, scabbard throat is stamped “C. Roby & Co. W. Chelmsford, Mass”. Even though scabbard is Roby marked, and sword is Ames marked, patina matches nicely on scabbard mounts and hilt. Sword and scabbard fit well. CONDITION: Sharkskin grip is well worn with about 20% loss. Large crack running entire height of grip. Twisted brass wire is orig but repaired. Scabbard is solid with several cracks. Orig leather washer is intact. Blade is heavily worn. Blade is stamped with “Ames” maker’s mark and is etched with “Ames” maker’s mark. Etched panels are only partially discernible. Blade is heavily cleaned and polished, leaving areas of pitting, especially several inches from tip. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55770 JS69 (2,000-3,000)

HIGH GRADE PRESENTATION NON-REGULATION STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD, CAPTAIN CHARLES STRICKLAND, 20TH MAINE REGIMENT. An important relic from Joshua L. Chamberlain’s hard fought and famous 20th ME. Inf. This presentation sword is a Eurpoean made non-regulation staff and field officer’s sword having a 32” long sgl-edged blade with etched decoration across 60% of its face. Ricasso is marked with a cryptic maker’s cartouche and the blade is signed near the ricasso “Jas. P. Foch/New York”. Etched decoration combines stands of flag, trophies, an American eagle, “U.S.,” and the motto “Down with the Traitors”. Half-basket hilt is of cast brass with three branches having floral scrolls and flowered open work between the branches with no “U.S.”. Sgl branch knuckle guard terminates at the cast brass pommel engraved at the cap, and having a wreath of oak leaves. Grip is of cast silver, gold-plated with an engraved design overall having a dbl strand gold band wrap. Scabbard is of bridal leather having very fancy engraved sheet brass mounts. Top mount, which is integral with the throat, has an eagle, shield, clouds and sunburst imitating the “Jeff Davis” hat badge. This is set on a sheet brass mount with profusely engraved floral and scroll designs. Middle mount is engraved similar to the top mount with a laurel leaf wreath enclosing an applied sterling silver shield, which is inscribed as follows: “Presented to Capt. Chas. Strickland/by the Members of Co. K/20 Me Regt/Aug 30/1862”. Bottom drag, also of sheet brass, is highly decorated with scroll engraving and an applied copper decorative panel. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned and polished. Etching is visible but retains none of its factory finish. Hilt and grip have also been polished, now beginning to obtain a light patina under a heavy coat of varnish. Scabbard is fair, the lower half of the leather has been restored. Presentation mount is loose from the center scabbard mount. Charles L. Stickland entered the 20th Maine in September 1861 as 2nd Lt, Co D. He was promoted to 1st Lt. in January 1862. In April 1862, he was reported absent without leave and Brig.r Gen. Birney declared him a deserter. Apparently, Strickland was in the hospital near Hampton, VA, and as a result of a gunshot wound received in the left arm during the Peninsula Campaign. Strickland was returned as Capt. of Co. K in November of 1862. Apparently as a result of his wound, he was unable to serve and tendered his resignation effective January 1, 1863. Strickland was not present with the 20th Maine when it fought at Gettysburg, but apparently had his records resolved, as there are extensive declarations for pension from his post war home, Prince Edward Island, Canada. His wound was received on April 5, 1862 at Yorktown, VA. A great opportunity to own a high grade presentation belonging to a member of the 20th Maine, who was wounded in action. 4-57385 CW117 (5,000-7,000)

INSCRIBED U.S. MODEL 1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD / IRON SCABBARD. Manufacturer: Ames Mfg. Co., Chicopee, Mass. Inscription: “G.F. TOWLE / SEPT 18TH 1861”. (on the obverse of the scabbard between the carrying mounts). A New Hampshire officer who later served on the staff of Maj. Gen. Alfred Terry, George F. Towle earned high praise for his performance in the capture of Fort Fisher (see various entries about Towle in Rod Gragg’s book, Confederate Goliath. This sword thus is believed to have seen important war service in the hands of an officer breveted three times during the war (for Fort Wagner, SC, Russell’s Mills, VA and Fort Fisher, NC). George F. Towle was from Portsmouth, NH and was originally commissioned Sept. 18, 1861 as 1st Lieutenant of Co. B, 4th New Hampshire Infantry. He rose to the rank of Captain Feb. 13, 1862, Major Feb. 3, 1865, and Lt. Col. Apr. 22, 1865. In July 1863, Towle was detached from his regiment as acting Asst. Inspector General, 1st Brigade, 10th Corps. While on duty as a staff officer he became a close friend of both Generals Adelbert Ames (Division Commander) and Alfred H. Terry (Corps Commander). Towle later wrote “Terry’s Fort Fisher Expedition” Our Living and Our Dead, III, pp. 464 ff. At Ft. Fisher, Towle caried orders from Terry across the exposed beach, an incident well described in Confederate Goliath. As a veteran of 1862 campaigns in Florida & operations against Charleston, SC in 1863, Towle went to Virginia in 1864, and saw heavy fighting under Ames & Terry during the Petersburg & Richmond Campaigns. After the war, Towle entered the Regular Army as a 1st Lieut., 19th U.S. Inf. (Sept. 1866) and retired as a Captain in1892. His sword is of the standard M.1850 Field & Staff pattern, and is 36″ overall, including a 30-1/2″ blade. Obverse of the blade shows typical etched floral patterns with an eagle and shield, and the reverse has scrolls with “U.S.” Cast brass half-basket hilt is pierced with “U.S.”, and the grips are of fish skin, wire wrapped. All metal scabbard is 33″ overall, being fitted with narrow brass mounts 6-1/2″ apart, while the drag is of an unusual “U” shaped design, with a cast floral motif. Blade is etched on the obverse ricasso with the maker’s markings. Ex-Wiley Sword Collection. CONDITION: Towle’s sword is in good condition, and it shows normal wear & use. About 30% of the original gilt remains on the hilt, with the grips & wire wrapping intact. Some discoloration is present on the blade, but no pitting. Scabbard is very good, with a dull patina on the brass mounts. This is a fine, historic sword carried by an officer who was always in the “thick of the fighting”. Accompanied by photocopied archive records, a post war photograph copy and other historical information. 4-55087 (3,500-4,500)

US MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD PRESENTED TO US OFFICER. This sword is engraved on top mount “Presented to MAJ. J.E. Ward 8TH Reg. CT. Inf, March 1862”. Captain John Ward became Major this month in 1862. Sword is standard 1850 staff and field officer sword, imported with no agent markings. Standard hilt with US and floral motifs. Pommel cap has extra engraving on top, plus a patriotic shield engraved. Sharkskin grip covered with twisted wire. 33-1/2” blade is etched in 18” panels with various military and patriotic motifs. Steel scabbard is brass mounted with extra engraving on mounts, including an eagle and stars on the drag. John Ward began his career as a company commander and Captain when he enlisted with the 8th Connecticut in September 1861. In March 1862 he rose to a staff officer’s position and, later, became the Colonel of the Regiment. The 8th Regiment Connecticut Infantry was organized at Hartford in September 1861. they left of Annapolis, Maryland in the middle of October then joined Burnside’s expedition to Hatteras Inlet and Roanoke Island shortly thereafter. They participated in the following major engagements: Newberne, Capture of Fort Macon, Turner’s Gap-South Mountain, antietam, Fredericksburg, “Mud March”, Fort huger, Dix’s Peninsula Campaign, actions against Petersburg and Richmond, City Point, Fort Darling, Drewry’s Bluff, Bermuda Hundred, Cold Harbor, Fort Harrison, Chaffin’s Farm, Fair Oaks and the Occupation of Richmond. CONDITION: Sharkskin grip is complete, though worn and stained at the high spots. Wire wrap is broken, but still 90% intact. Blade is bright, with much orig frosting left to etched panels. Black stains scattered on blade. Brass mounts, hilt, and pommel cleaned with matching patinas. Steel scabbard body smooth with scattered staining and pitting. Hilt is loose. Drag has large dent. A nice opportunity to own a field carried inscribed sword from an important Infantry unit. 4-56358 JS62 (4,000-6,000)

MODEL 1840 FOOT INFANTRY OFFICERS SWORD AND SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR, BOTH INSCRIBED TO C.W. LINDSAY. This lot includes 1840 Foot Infantry Officer’s sword, probably by Horstmann of Philadelphia, though unmarked. 32” blade is etched with various military and floral panels. Solid brass scabbard is engraved with some floral and geometric motifs. Southern cross is marked “PATENTED CRANKSHAW, ATLANTA”. “C.W. LINDSAY” is lightly scratched on a presentation panel on scabbard below frog button. “C.W. LINDSAY” is also inscribed on top bar of Southern Cross of Honor. Extensive research in this sword and Southern Cross of Honor turned up a Charles W. Lindsay who served in Hounshell’s Battalion of Virginia Cavalry. There is little information on this battalion, however, the Confederate records list “Hounshell’s Battalion” as Partisan Rangers. Partisan Rangers in the Confederacy, like John S. Mosby’s, did irregular geurilla warfare capturing important officer’s, disturbing supply lines and making strategic small assaults throughout the countryside. More research will, likely, add greatly to the story of this sword. CONDITION: Hilt and grip are slightly bent, as is one languet. Scabbard shows numerous dents. Patina on hilt grip and scabbard match nicely. Blade is gray/black. 15” etched panels are all discernible. Blade has a fairly modern tape ID which reads “FOOT OFFICERS SWORD MODEL 1840 CARRIED BY C.W. LINDSAY C.S.A. & HIS SOUTHERN CROSS OF HONOR BOTH INSCRIBED”. 4-56919 JS63 (3,000-5,000)

INSCRIBED US MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH BATTLE INSCRIPTIONS 9TH ILLINOIS INFANTRY. This sword represents the wartime battlefield sword of Lt. Hamilton Lieber, who was the son of Francis Lieber, a democratic hero who defined the rights of POW’s resulting in President Lincoln issuing a proclamation since known as the “Lieber Code,” which was ultimately a prototype for the Geneva Conventions. The sword is a regulation Model 1850, foot officer’s sword having a 31-1/2” lightly curved sgl edged blade with etched decoration across 60% of both sides. The blade has a European makers mark on one side of the ricasso & is etched “W.H. Horstmann & Sons Philadelphia” on the opposite side. The etched decoration includes floral scrolls, an American shield & eagle, stands of flags & arms, & “U.S.” The hilt is regulation style of cast brass with floral open work & a cast brass pommel atop a grip made of wood with sharkskin wrap & triple strands of brass wire. At the base of the grip at the front of the knuckle bow is a leather finger loop. The hilt is secured to the base of the grip with a small square slotted setscrew. Scabbard is of leather with a tooled line edge decoration with plan sheet brass mounts. Hand engraved on the front of the top scabbard mount is “Hamilton Lieber.” Engraved around the top of the counter guard on the sword’s hilt are the battle citations “Saratoga KY., Oct. 22, 1861, Fort Donelson, TNN. Feb. 15, 1862/New York Riot July 13, 1863, Whitehouse Landing, VA, June 20, 1864”. Hamilton Lieber enlisted in the 9th Regiment Ill. Inf. (3 months) in April 1861 & was appointed 2nd Lt. of Co. C. This three-month regiment did garrison duty in Cairo, Ill. & then participated in the expedition from Cairo to Little River & was mustered out on July 26, 1861. Lieber then reenlisted & was appointed 1st Lt. of Co. B 9th Ill. Regiment Inf. for a three-year term. The regiment did their duty mostly in the western theater, participating in the following battles: Fort Henry, Saratoga, Fort Donelson, where Lieber lost an arm in battle, Pittsburg Landing, Shiloh, Corinth, operations in Mississippi & Alabama, New York Draft Riots, Atlanta, Chattanooga, Dalton, Resaca, Kenensaw Mountain, Savannah, Edisto River, & the unit was present at the surrender of Confederate Gen. Johnston in NC. They participated in the Grand Review in Washington, D.C. Hamilton Lieber’s father, Francis Lieber, developed the code during his own youthful battlefield experiences. He fought with the German Regiment in Waterloo in 1815. Coming to America, he studied early European & American political science, was the inspiration for the publication of the Encyclopedia Americana. He became a prolific political philosopher who promoted prison reform, teaching at SC College & Columbia College in NY. Two of his sons, Norman & Hamilton (the owner of the sword described here), fought for the union & his eldest son, Oscar, joined the Confederate army & was killed in action at the Battle of Williamsburg. Lieber was a staunch Lincoln supporter during the 1860 presidential campaign & was asked by General Henry W. Halleck to provide advice on the legal status of pro-Confederate guerillas. Lieber offered his views in a 16-pg essay that Halleck immediately distributed to his officers. Lieber’s theories on the treatment of guerillas & POW’s, including irregulars & civilians, ultimately urged president Abraham Lincoln to issue General Order 100 on April 24, 1863, defining the treatment in various categories of fighting forces & prisoners. Known since in political science & legal circles as the “Lieber Code,” the Europeans were very impressed with the General Order & it became the prototype for the various Geneva Conventions. In addition to the treatment of persons, the “Lieber Code” also dealt with an adversary’s cultural property, & sought to define licit & illicit spoils of war for the first time. CONDITION: Very good. Blade has been cleaned & shows evidence of light sharpening. Etching is deep & strong with areas of dark staining & light pitting on one side. Hilt is fine, shows wear. Grip is tight but is worn near the sharkskin seam. Scabbard leather is flexible with minor surface losses. 4-57276 (5,000-7,500)

AMES NAVAL CUTLASS. 26” sgl fuller blade with faint Ames marking on the left ricasso. “U.S.N. /D.R /1862” on the right. Riveted leather scabbard with brass carrying stud on tip. The latter are replacements. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned at the rear, but the front has been moderate pitting. Guard is dented and bent. Covering of the grip and the wire are poor replacements. Scabbard has been broken in the middle and repaired. Overall it is badly chipped. 4-57377 FS240 (300-600)

A FINE AMES MODEL 1833 ARTILLERY SWORD. 19-3/16” triple fuller blade. Marked “AMES MFG / CHICOPEE /MASS” on the left ricasso. “US” only on the right. Crossguard has both “ADK” & “JWR” inspector marks. Black leather scabbard with brass throat & tip, buck leather frog & belt with proper keyhole buckle. CONDITION: Gray patina with some brightness & also some signs of cleaning, pommel is heavily worn, probably by the belt. Scabbard has been broken & repaired & has a number of scratches, two of the tip rivets are missing. Frog & belt are dirty but solid. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55768 FS291 (2,000-3,000)

LOT OF TWO SWORDS. 1) Ames Model 1833 artillery sword. 1) 18-3/4” triple fuller blade marked “N.P. AMES /SPRINGFIELD” on the right ricasso. “UNITED /STATES /184 /JCB” on the left. A large “W.A.T” is stamped on the right side of the cross guard. The remains of an American eagle appear to be above the Ames marking. The scabbard is missing. CONDITION: Blade has been heavily cleaned with wire brush marks overall, and some light pitting remains. Hilt has minor dents. 2) Unidentified Naval Sword. 26-3/4” dbl fuller blade with no markings. The guard is cast with leaves and an anchor. There is a dolphin head on the quillion. The grip appears to be horn. CONDITION: Gray patina with light pitting. Dark patina on the hilt. Fine grip. 4-57384, 4-57408 FS243 (500-800)

INSCRIBED MODEL 1852 SILVER GRIPPED NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD WITH PHOTOGRAPHS AND TYPEWRITTEN “RECOLLECTIONS”. This is a higher grade than normally seen Naval officer’s sword. It is inscribed to “E.C WILLIAMS, USN” on top scabbard mount. 28-1/2” blade is stamped “COLLINS & Co. HARTFORD, CONN 1862”. Blade is etched in 16” panels with various naval motifs, including a block “USN”, oars, and an anchor. Spiral silver grip is bound by triple brass wire wrap. Guard has typical acorn and leaf design with “USN” in a ribbon. Quillon and knuckle bow terminate as sea serpent heads. Pommel has extra floral decorations around perimeter. Top of pommel is plain, showing only perimeter decorations. Leather scabbard has brass mounted throat and middle mount. Ring mounts are cast like rope knots and mounts are florally decorated with throat also having block “USN” engraved. Ensign E. Cort. Williams wrote a paper for the Loyal Legion of the United States in 1886 called “Recollections of the Red River Expedition”, telling of his exploits as a navy officer on the Mississippi and the Red River Fleets. An orig copy of this 18 page monograph is included. The content is important to the history of this sword. Also included is a cabinet photograph of Williams’ wife, taken in Cincinnati about 1890, a Carte de Visite of Williams in uniform and a Carte de Visite of a double stacked paddle wheeler. E. Cort Williams entered the U.S. Navy on October 1, 1852 as a Mate., on February 15, 1864, he was promoted to Acting Ensign. He served much of his time aboard the U.S.S. “Juliet.” The “Juliet” was built in Brownsville, Pa. in 1862. Purchased by the Navy-she was armor plated, commissioned and sent to the Mississippi Squadron. The ship and her crew participated in General Sherman’s unsuccessful attack on the Chickasaw Bluffs. She then patrolled the Mississippi as support for the campaigns against Vicksburg and Port Hudson. The Red river Campaign, however, was its most dangerous and perilous campaign. Suffering many casualties, the “Juliet” and her crew fought off Confederate artillery and gunboat fire for many days. CONDITION: Blade etching is excellent with sword retaining most of its orig frost. Small areas of staining are scattered on etched panels. Rest of blade is bright. Silver grip and wire wrap are very good. Pommel, hilt, brass throat and middle band have nice matching color. Tang shows evidence of pounding probably to tighten sword. Small traces of gilt are found in protected areas on brass. Protective washer still intact. Scabbard lacks drag but leather body is solid and intact with areas of scuffing and crazing. A very nice opportunity to own a high grade Sword from a valiant U.S. Naval officer during the Civil War. 4-56958 JS114 (4,000-6,000)

INSCRIBED SWORD AND CARTE DE VISITE PHOTOGRAPH OF CAPTAIN A.L. TURNER 1ST, 10TH AND 29TH MAINE VOLUNTEER INFANTRY. The sword is a regulation US Model 1850 Foot Officer’s sword with a 30-1/4” blade lightly curved and sgl-edged. The sword is unsigned. Etching once covered approx. 60% of the surface. The hilt is of regulation style of cast brass. The grip is of wood covered in sharkskin and bound with dbl strand twisted brass wire. Scabbard is steel with two carrying rings and a separately applied steel throat. On the back of the pommel is stamped in letters barely measuring 1/16” high “Capt. A. L. Turner”. CONDITION: Blade has been severely cleaned, eliminating all but a trace of the etching. Portions of one side of the blade have deep and heavy pitting with spotty pitting on the reverse. Hilt is not cleaned, and grip is very good with wear on the high spots. Scabbard has been cleaned to a bright gray appearance. Accompanying the sword is an orig carte de visite photograph of Captain Turner in uniform being a bust view wearing a frock coat and vest. Photograph is back marked “E.H. McKenney/No. 1 Washington Block,/Biddeford, Me.” with a two cent revenue stamp. Alfred L. Turner was born in Canada on September 3, 1837. He entered service as a private but was appointed sergeant of Company B 1st Maine Infantry (90 days). This 90-day unit occupied the defenses of Washington, D.C. until the expiration of their term. He reentered service as2nd Lt. Co. B 10th Maine Volunteer Inf. on October 4, 1861. He would have promotions to 1st Lt. on July 31, 1862 and Capt. and Co. Commander on October 25, 1862. The 10th Maine left for Baltimore on November 4, 1861 going to Relay and Harper’s Ferry, guarding the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. They participated in the following engagements: Winchester, Cedar Mountain, Pope’s Campaign, and Antietam (where Turner was wounded while possibly carrying this sword), after which they were ordered to the rear to muster out on April 27, 1862. Captain Turner entered service once again as the captain of Company F, 29th Maine Vol. Inf. organized at Augusta, Maine. This unit began their service fighting in the Red River Campaign and continued with engagements Sabine Crossroads, Sheridan’s Shenandoah Valley Campaign, Opequan, Winchester, & Cedar Creek, after which they went to Washington, D.C. for provost duty and participated in the Grand Review. Because their term of service had not expired by the time of Lee’s surrender, this unit moved south to Hilton Head and the regiment was mustered out June 21, 1866. A copy of the original regimental history and Turner’s muster-out papers accompany this lot. 4-57352 CW79 (3,500-4,500)

FINE LATE EAGLE HEAD SWORD. 32-1/4” sgl fuller blade marked “W. / CLAUBERG / SOLINGEN” on the left ricasso. Etched “U.S” on the left center of the blade with an American eagle on the right center. The brown steel scabbard has brass fittings. CONDITION: Blade is bright. Hhilt has some light corrosion around the throat washer and some chipping on the shagreen of the grip. One of the three wire wraps is broken. Also some rust on the blade due to the throat washer. Scabbard is fine with corrosion from the throat washer. 4-57379 FS260 (1,000-1,500)

AMES MODEL 1842 ARTILLERY SABER. 32” sgl fuller blade marked “M. P. AMES /CABOTVILLE /1845” on the left ricasso. “US / JH” on the right. There is also an “H” inspector mark on the guard. The scabbard is missing the throat. CONDITION: Moderate to heavy pitting on the blade. Very dark patina on the guard and pommel. Grip has been recovered. Wire is tight. Light pitting overall on the scabbard. 4-57398 (800-1,000)

IMPORTED SWORD BY SCHUYLER HARTLEY & GRAHAM. 32” sgl fuller blade, is etched with a “U.S.” on the left side and an American eagle on the right. The Schuyler Hartley and Graham is etched on the right ricasso. The makers mark “W. / CLAUBERT /SOLINGEN” is on the left ricasso “IRONPROOF” is etched on the spine of the blade. The steel guard has the American eagle worked into the design. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light pitting. Brown patina on the hilt with light to moderate pitting. Pitting on the scabbard is light at the top but becomes very heavy at the tip. 4-57380 X124 (500-800)

AMES MODEL 1840 CAVALRY SABER. 35-3/4” dbl fuller blade. Marked “AMES / CABOTVILLE / 1848. On the left ricasso “US” is all that remains of the marking on the right ricasso. CONDITION: Blade is bright with minor pitting. Guard and pommel are heavily coated with corrosion and dried grease. Grip has minor scuffing and losses to the leather. Wire is intact. Scabbard has light to moderate pitting overall with several dents towards the tip. 4-57400 (800-1,000)

AMES CAVALRY SABER. 34-3/4” Dbl fuller slightly curved blade marked “AMES MFGCO / CHICOPEE /MASS.” on the left ricasso “U S / IH / 1859” on the right. The brass guard and pommel have no markings. None are visible on the steel scabbard. CONDITION: Light pitting overall with considerable nicking on the edge of the blade. Guard and pommel have light dents overall but retain some of the orig gilt. About 20% of the leather covering of the grip is missing. Wire wrap is intact. Scabbard has moderate pitting overall. 4-57045 (800-1,000)

ALTERED US MODEL 1860 NAVAL CUTLASS. Of regulation form having a 26” curved sgl-edged blade with an unstopped fuller marked “USN/D.R./1864” with large letters “P/GG” and a stamped anchor on one side of the ricasso. The opposite side is marked “Made by/Ames Mfg. Co./Chicopee/Mass” in a scroll. The hilt is of cast brass deeply stamped “43”. The grip is of wood covered in leather. The scabbard is of sewn bridal leather (not riveted). CONDITION: Cutlass has been altered with the sheet brass cup guard removed. Blade has been cleaned to a light gray and has some vice marks near the ricasso. Grip is heavily worn with only traces of its leather covering. Scabbard is a variant, being sewn instead of riveted. It is stiff and crackled, missing about 1” of its tip, and the attached frog has been lost. 4-57339 CW82 (300-500)

US MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER. Standard light cavalry saber with a 34-1/2” curved sgl-edged blade marked “Made by/Ames Mfg. Co./Chicopee,/Mass” within a scroll on the ricasso and dated 1865 and marked “US/A.D.K.” on the reverse. Cast brass three-branched, half-basket guard with brass pommel. The backside of the knuckle bow has a period stamp reading “1.12 CAV”. Grip is of wood covered with leather and twisted brass wire wrap. Scabbard is incorrect for this sword being a US Model 1840 heavy cavalry saber scabbard. CONDITION: Fair. Sword itself is quite good with an uncleaned blade having a medium gray patina and a few edge nicks. Hilt shows hard use with some dents, dings, and slight bends and the grip is very good. Scabbard is incorrect for this sword, is missing the two carrying rings and throat and is covered in numerous layers of old red and gold paint. Interesting markings on this sword may indicate its use by the 2nd US Cavalry but the proximity of the two digits “1” and the imperfections in the stamp make this difficult to determine. More research is needed here. 4-57336 CW81 (400-600)

MODEL 1840 CAVALRY SABER. This is a nice example of a Civil War era import Cavalry Saber. 36-1/2” unmarked blade. Iron scabbard is retained with two pins and drag is marked “A & EH”. CONDITION: Cord, leather, and wire wrap grip is very good with high spots of leather worn through. Grip still retains most of its orig shine. 3-branch hilt and pommel exhibit even patina. Metal scabbard is cleaned, varnish coated. Blade is gray with scattered areas of pitting. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55771 JS113 (400-500)

U.S. MODEL 1872 ARTILLERY OFFICER’S HIGH GRADE PRESENTATION SWORD-TO THE GATLING PLATOON, MASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEER MILITIA. Very high grade late-19th C. officer’s sword, which is of historical importance being presented to an officer of a “Gatling Platoon” in one of the very few militia Gatling Gun batteries of the late 19th C. Sword is complete with its original doeskin cover and is a regulation U.S. Model 1872 Artillery Officer’s sword, in presentation grade, with a 32” curved, sgl edged blade with profuse etching and a presentation which reads: “Lieut. N.B. Dennett” in Old English script amidst high-grade floral and military trophy designs. Opposite side has “Batt. C, M.V.M.” etched among similar designs. Blade is signed by its maker “Bent & Bush/Boston, Mass.” near the bottom of its unstopped, wide fuller in an etched panel. Sgl knuckle bow with cast floral decoration is of gold plated brass. Grip is of wood, covered in sharkskin and wrapped in triple strand twisted wire. Scabbard is of nickel-plated steel with cast brass and gold washed mounts consisting of a throat, two carrying rings and an attached fancy drag. Between the two scabbard mounts is an additional presentation reading: “Presented to/Lieut. H.B. Dennett/by the Gatling Platoon, Battery/C M.V.M./Aug. 26, 1887”. CONDITION: Sword is in magnificent condition, is almost flawless and appears almost as if it is new. Gold-plating is near 100% intact; all etching and orig factory finishes are bright. Doeskin cover has some light soiling. This is an historic late 19th C. officer’s sword. There are very few artifacts on the market directly connecting to the use of Gatling’s repeating gun. This sword probably belonged to the 1st Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Militia-one of America’s only heavy and light artillery units during this time period. A history of this regiment was published: Frye, Col. James A., The First Regiment Massachusetts Heavy Artillery. (Boston: The Colonial Company, 1899). It is known that this Massachusetts militia regiment maintained a heavy artillery unit for coastal defense and also had a Gatling gun unit. More research on this officer is needed. This sword is one of the finest examples of a post Civil War artillery officer’s swords I have ever seen. 4-57198 CW120 (6,000-8,000)

UNIDENTIFIED COURT-TYPE SWORD. 30” flat blade with a very faint inscription “Relic of Santiago”. CONDITION: Heavy crusty rust on the blade. Very dark patina on the hilt. 4-57333 FS125 (200-400)

LOT OF 2 SWORDS. 1) Model 1840 U.S. NCO sword. 32” blade marked “AMES MFG CO. CABOTVILLE 1849, US, WD”. This is a scarce, early date on an NCO. Most are Civil War dated. Guard is inspected “WD and JWR”. CONDITION: Blade is brown/gray with numerous small nicks in blade. Scattered areas of pitting. Guard exhibits nice, untouched patina. 2) Early 20th century military sword. Aluminum cutlass hilt with enameled decoration of crown over eagle with red beak and red cross in breast. White metal-plated scabbard. Plastic slab grip. Blade is marked “TOLEDO, SPAIN”. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55767, 4-55769 JS147 (200-400)

INSCRIBED TO GROVER CLEVELAND KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS LODGE SWORD. Made by Pettibone Company with a thin tapered 30-1/2″ diamond shaped blade with etched decorations & the name “GROVER CLEVELAND” on one side. Opposite side has standard “K of C” decorations. It has usual cruciform hand guard with a red cross through a crown, a knight’s head pommel with ivory handle inscribed with the initials “GC” and an acanthus leaf wreath. It has a nickeled scabbard with etch decorations with pierced, decorated throat, middle hanger & drag. Between the two hangers it is etched with the name “GROVER CLEVELAND”. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Blade is bright & clean with light scrapes & retains about half of its orig gold wash in the engraving. Hand guard & pommel retain traces of their orig silver wash, missing the chain guard. Scabbard retains most of its dull nickel with light pimpling on the outside and retains traces of its orig silver wash in the castings. Etching on lower half is thin. This may or may not have been presented to President Grover Cleveland by a local Mason’s lodge. 4-57390 JR664 (300-5,000?)

LOT OF TWO SWORDS. 1) 34-3/4” dbl fuller blade with the arced Ames marking on the left ricasso & “US /C.E.W /1864” on the right. No marking on the hilt. There is a sgl “K” on the drag of the scabbard. CONDITION: Blade is bright with scattered light pitting. Hilt is extremely dark and both branches have been bent. Scabbard has a coating of heavy crusty rust . 2) Is an Ames Model 1842 artillery sword. 32” sgl fuller blade marked with the Ames banner on the left ricasso and “CONN / 1862” on the right. There are a number of letters and numbers on the guard, some of which have been crossed out. The guard, pommel and scabbard have been plated. CONDITION: Blade has been cleaned to bright with light pitting remaining. 85% of the plating remains on the hilt. 50% on the scabbard mixed with light rust and pitting. 4-57383, 4-57399 FS248 (700-1,200)

LOT OF TWO AMES SWORDS. 1) 34-3/4” dbl fuller blade. Marked with the Ames banner on the left ricasso and “US /J.C.W / 1865” on the right. The hilt and pommel are unmarked. The scabbard is missing the throat and is of lap braze construction with a brass line showing almost the full length. CONDITION: Blade is bright with only minor pitting. Guard has numerous small dents. Grip is badly chipped but most of the leather is intact. Scabbard has moderate pitting with several dents towards the tip. 2) 34-1/2” dbl fuller blade marked “AMES MFGCO /CHICOPEE /MASS.” on the left ricasso & “U.S. /D.R / 1863” on the right. The guard and pommel are not marked. The scabbard has “J.C.W.” on the drag. CONDITION: Gray patina with scattered surface rust with light pitting on the blade. Dark patina on the guard and pommel. About 20% of the leather covering is worn away. Wire wrap is slightly loose. Scabbard has light to moderate surface rust and pitting overall with numerous small dents. 4-57403, 4-57404 (1,600-2,000))

LOT OF TWO SWORDS. 1) 34-3/4” dbl fuller blade. Marked “BM” inside the bow and arrow. CONDITION: Gray patina with light to moderate pitting overall. Guard has a dark patina. Wrap and wire on the grip are replaced. Scabbard has moderate pitting overall. 2) 34-3/4” dbl fuller blade. Marked “SHEBLE & FISHER” in an arca above “PHILADA” on the left ricasso. The guard and scabbard are unmarked. CONDITION: Blade is bright with scattered light pitting. Guard has a dark patina & there is minor scuffing on the grip. Scabbard has numerous small dents and is covered with light pitting. 4-57401, 4-57407 FS247 (500-1,000)

LOT OF TWO SWORDS. 1) Springfield Armory Officers 1902. 33-3/4” etched blade with “U.S. /ARMORY /Springfield /Mass.” on the left side. Gilt hilt with eagle and 13 stars on the reverse. The nickel-plated steel scabbard also has gilt mounts. CONDITION: Near excellent with minor pitting on the blade and no wear to the gilt, but considerable bubbling and rust on the scabbard. 2) Medical service sword. 31-3/4”ovoid blade. Has etching on both sides but it is not readable due to pitting. Both languets have been bent. The eagle and “MS” are still clear. Silver-plated brass scabbard. CONDITION: Heavily worn blade. Worn and bent hilt. 50% of the silver remains on the scabbard, which has been bent and repaired. 4-57382, 4-57409 (600-800)

LOT OF TWO STAFF AND FIELD SWORDS. 1) 32” straight sgl fuller blade marked “C.ROBEY. / W. CHELMSFORD, MS.” in a circle on the left ricasso & “U.S. / 1863 / F. S. S.” on the right. The latter inspector mark also appears on the hand guard of the hilt, and drag of the sword. CONDITION: Blade is fine. Hilt has lost about 60% of the gilt and has small dents and scratches overall. Leather scabbard has normal scrapes and scratches. Throat is badly battered. Tip is missing the rivets and has some denting. 2) 28” sgl fuller blade with Ames banner on the left ricasso & “USG. W. C 1864” on the right. “G.A.C” inspector mark on the guard. CONDITION: Blade has been highly polished. Traces of gilt remain on the hilt, and scabbard tip. Leather covering of the scabbard has two large dents in the center, but is otherwise good. 4-57396, 4-57397 FS246 (300-600)

LOT OF TWO SWORDS. 1) Ames Cavalry Saber. 34-3/4” dbl fuller blade marked “Made by / AMES MFGCO /CHICOPEE / MASS” on the left ricasso, and “US /J.H. /1861” on the right. The guard is numbered “125” as is the pommel. The scabbard is numbered “68”. CONDITION: Bright gray condition on the blade. Dark patina on the guard. Leather wrap is chipped and repaired. Scabbard has a brown patina with light pitting overall. 2) Emerson & Silver Cavalry Saber. 34-1/2” dbl fuller blade marked “EMERSON /& /SILVER /TRENTON /N.J.” on the left ricasso. “US /J.F /1865” on the right. There are many numbers stamped on the pommel, some of them several times. The scabbard also has several numbers and is missing the throat screw. CONDITION: Gray patina with light pitting with small nicks in the blade. Guard and pommel are badly dented. Scabbard appears to be reblued and has numerous dents. 4-57378, 4-57406 FS242 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 3 EDGED WEAPONS. 1) Sword cane with 20-1/2” crude dagger-shaped blade. Asian in origin. Crude figural pommel. Decorated brass ferrule and brass tip. Wooden cane body is painted black. 2) European artillery saber. 33” blade is nickel plated with 12” etched panels with military motifs. Stirrup hilt, brass guard with lion-headed pommel. Back strap terminates into lion-headed pommel with a red and a blue eye. One languet of guard has cross sabers. Blade in center of etched panel shows an obvious hard hit by some object, causing blade to break, though blade is still intact. An obvious dent remains possibly made by a direct strike by bullet or artillery fragment. 3) Nazi officer’s sword with stirrup grip. 29” bright, unmarked blade. Stirrup-shaped grip, back strap, pommel, and ferrule are florally decorated. Languet has spread-winged eagle holding swastika in wreath. Steel scabbard is painted black. 4-56795 JS146 (300-500)

REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA HORSEMAN SABER. Massive 33” triple fullered blade. Has an usual gilt etched 8” panel showing a Naval battle. Grip is spiral turned wood with thin brass band wrap. Pommel has crown cast on either side. Clamshell counter guard has the design of the Hanoverian running horse. Warren Moore, in his book Weapons of the American Revolution, printed in 1967, shows a similar sword on page 164 and identifies it as a German Brunswick Dragoon(same hilt, but dbl-edged straight blade in more. Scabbard is made from leather covered wood core and three brass mounts. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright. Gilding remains in most of etched panels on either side. Scattered staining and pitting. Hilt is very good overall. Traces of gilt remain on pommel and hilt. About 25% of leather on scabbard has chipped away, leaving a bare wood body. Several chips and splinters in wood body, otherwise, scabbard is sound. Brass mounts complete and intact with good patina. 4-56349 JS154 (2,000-4,000)

BAILEY SILVER HILTED REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA HANGER. 25-1/2” “ANDREA FARARA” marked blade. Though this sword is unmarked, it is a known product, J. Bailey added his name generally to top mount of scabbard, which is lacking here. Cross guard has two eagle-headed quillons, central device on cross guard has eagle over spray of arms. Opposite side has lion’s head over spray of arms. Pommel has grotesque face. Grip is spiral cut horn dyed black. This sword is a nearly identical to George Washington’s sword, which is at in the Smithsonian Institute. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of pitting and nicks in blade. Horn grip lacks wire wrap, otherwise grip is very good. Hollow cross guard has bend and crack in one quillon. Pommel cap has a piece of metal missing from the mouth of the grotesque face. 4-56989 JS153 (3,500-4,500)

18TH CENTURY STYLE IRON HILTED HANGER. 26” dbl fullered blade. 4-slot P-guard iron hilt terminates in large oval iron pommel with capstan rivet. Spiral wood grip covered in thin flat iron wire with iron feral. Iron mounted leather scabbard accompanies. Top mount of scabbard has name “W. Edward” made with small dots from point of sharp tool or possibly a nail. CONDITION: Very good overall. Iron surfaces show areas of old polish and shine with rust and pitting coming through on most surfaces. Blade is bright with scattered areas of black staining. Scabbard body is sound with areas of scuffing. 4-56990 (3,000-4,000)

18TH CENTURY STYLE LION-HEADED HANGER. 30” curved blade with two fullers. Spiral ebony grip is topped by a cast white metal lion head. Cruciform cross guard is of same metal. A silver ferrule sits atop the cross guard, which adjoins the spiral ebony grip. A white metal chain is held between lion’s mouth and cross guard. CONDITION: Blade is cleaned, gray. Spiral grip is very good with a few small nicks. Cast metal parts and silver ferrule are very good. 4-56357 JS67 (1,000-2,000)

MODEL 1767 FRENCH BRIQUETTE. 26-1/2” slightly curved, flat blade with about 8” false edge at end. Solid brass reverse “P” guard hilt with concentric ring design to grip. Blade is proofed with oval cartouche crown over “R”. One side of blade is etched “VICTORY OR DEATH”. Other side is indiscernible, but once said “Grenadier of Virginia”. CONDITION: Overall hilt is very good, cleaned. Dent in back strap. Blade is gray, cleaned, with scattered areas of pitting and some old grinding marks. 4-56921 JS54 (3,000-5,000)

EARLY EUROPEAN NAVAL CUTLASS. Fine example of an early continental naval cutlass dating to the period 1790-1830, having a 28-1/2” dbl-edged blade with a central ridge measuring 1-1/2” near the hilt with a heavy iron disc flattened on one face as a counterguard and a 3-branch basket style hilt made of heavy strap iron and riveted at the top. Grip is of wood, roughly carved in 8-sided form with two faces measuring approx. 1” across. Sword is unmarked. CONDITION: Very good. Blade is uncleaned with a dark gray patina and light pitting overall. One side has scattered edge nicks. Hilt is dark and uncleaned with scattered pitting throughout. Grip is fine with a couple of minor surface fractures and one small hole. Nice Napoleonic/War of 1812 period continental naval cutlass. 4-56920 CW94 (600-800)

AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD NAVAL CUTLASS. A nice example of an early American cutlass dating to the period 1740-1780, distinctively American in form and character, it utilized an early French blade. An example nearly identical to this resides in the collection at the Henry Ford Museum and is pictured as number 45 in Peterson’s The American Sword; 1775-1945. Both Peterson and Neumann attribute this to Richard Gridley of Sharon, MA. Gridley provided weapons for the Rev. War and was a hero at Bunker Hill. Blade is lightly curved, measuring 27” in length having a sgl-edged square back with narrow fuller at the top. Blade measures 1-1/2” at the hilt. Both faces are deeply stamped with a fleur-de-lis surmounted by a small three-leafed figure. The blade is mounted into a cylindrical walnut grip having a crudely cut circular iron counterguard with a rudimentary turned broad flat quillon and a sgl branch D-guard terminating in a hand forged cap riveted to the tang of the blade. CONDITION: Very good. Blade is dark and uncleaned with numerous areas of light surface rust overall. Blade markings are deep and strong on one face, lighter on the other. Hand-forged counterguard, all made of one pc, has a very dark patina with light pitting overall. Grip has three, nonstructural fractures. A nice chance to bid on an Amer. Rev. War period naval cutlass that appears to be undisturbed and orig in every way. 4-56398 CW95 (800-1,200)

AMERICAN MILITIA ARTILLERY OFFICERS SWORD. This sword has a 32” long sgl edged straight blade with wide stopped fuller. The blade is unmarked, has an engraved blued and gilded decoration across 20% of its face on both sides. The engraved decoration is a simple stand of arms and a flag in a scrollwork panel. The hilt has a sgl branch knuckle bow shaped similar to a “P” with a bird’s head pommel and back strap of cast brass terminating at a ferrule at the base of the grip. Grip is of carved ivory with three wide bands of diagonal strips and a leaf decoration. Scabbard is of brass, heavily engraved on one face with acanthus leaves in a panel and a large oval cartouche having a liberty cap posted at the top of a pole. Most likely of European manufacture for the American market. CONDITION: Good. Blade is rusty near the ricasso. Approx. 30% of the blued finish is worn away with a couple small areas of heavy pitting and light surface rust near the tip. Knuckle bow and quillon are bent slightly downward. Grip is very good with minor chipping at the top. Sscabbard is fine, uncleaned with one minor dent on the backside below the middle mount. 4-57236 (1,000-2,000)

ALTERED STAR CONTRACT CAVALRY SABER. An altered version of the Star Contract 1812-1813 cavalry saber in relic condition. The 33-1/2” blade is wide, flat, and curved with a sgl edge. The hilt is 1-pc iron with a P-shaped knuckle bow. The orig grip has been replaced with a series of leather washers. The blade is stamped “P/HHP” on one face near the hilt. All other markings have been obliterated by pitting. CONDITION: Rough condition sword, dark and uncleaned with heavy pitting overall. Hilt appears to have been painted silver at some point and the grip has been entirely replaced. 4-57337 CW99 (200-300)

SPECTACULAR CASED UNMARKED PERCUSSION HEAVY BENCH RIFLE. Cal.45. NSN. Fabulous bench rifle with 33″ heavy ovoid shaped oct bbl, 1-3/16″ across the flats at the muzzle with wonderful windage adjustable dovetailed globe front sight. No provision for a rear sight. Iron furniture with very ornate nipple shield on the patented breech block. It has two iron guides on the bottom with a long iron nose pipe containing its orig light colored horn tipped ebony ramrod with an oval oct shaped stepped receiver having internal lock mechanism with long langets down each side, a long top & bottom tang with a serpentine shaped trigger guard/finger rest. Top tang is drilled & tapped for a lollipop sight. It has sgl set trigger. It is mounted with spectacular center crotch cut flame grain American walnut stock having a straight grip with Kentucky rifle style crescent buttplate with long toeplate. It is accompanied by its orig, fabulous walnut, rust colored velvet lined case, compartmented in the bottom for the bbl & stocked action with three covered compartments containing a scissors type picket ball mold, a short horn-tipped bullet starter with carved bone handle, a turn screw and matching nipple wrench, a wonderful early brass powder/shot measure, the orig bullet swadge with three different sized swadges, the brass bbl rest that fits into the ramrod groove near the muzzle & the orig breech plug wrench. Also included are three different sized lollipop tang sights, a horn & ebony jag that screws into the ramrod, a brass powder scoop and a spare nipple. Third compartment contains a number of cast bullets, a 1/2 lb. tin of Curtis and Harvey #4 powder along with a small homemade tin with lead spout. There are two uncovered compartments, one contains the orig brass & iron false muzzle/bullet starter and the other a Dixon style moon & stars bag flask. Covers for the three compartments are also made from walnut with beveled edges & ivory buttons. Lid of the box is wonderfully painted with a fine early New England hunting scene with two hunters shooting at game, one is shooting & the other reloading and the entire box has old red paint. It has a wonderful gold border around the lid with foliate arabesque patterns on each end & surrounding the center vignette. This rifle is from an old Maine collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. May have been fired but if so very little. Bbl retains virtually all of its orig blue turned plum. It has slight sharp edge wear with a couple of small nicks. Breech plug retains most of its orig case colors that have faded. Receiver has a ding on the left side, otherwise, it along with the hammer, trigger guard & buttplate, retains 75-80% faded orig case colors. Stock is sound with a minor ding or two, missing a tiny chip at the toe and retains about all of a wonderful bright restored finish. Case, tools & accessories are all equally fine with the case finish age crackled & crazed but completely intact with minor nicks & scuffs on the lid. Interior has a spot or two of soil in the lid, otherwise the colors are bright. 4-57446 JR784 (10,000-15,000)

FULLER PERCUSSION HALF STOCK RIFLE WITH EXTRA BBL. Cal. 52 & Cal. 72. Beautiful half stock rifle with 28″ very heavy oct to rnd bbl, caliber 72 smoothbore with a dovetail German silver front sight and no provision for a rear sight. Bbl is unmarked. Breech plug & top tang are very nicely engraved with foliate arabesque patterns & two gold bands at the breech end with a very ornate scalloped nipple shield. It has a gold blow-out plug. It is mounted in highly figured walnut half stock with horn forend tip, outstanding German silver furniture with a very ornate large oval saddle shield with flower petal ends & elaborate Kentucky rifle style serpentine shaped flat bottom trigger guard, a small serpentine inlay back of the lockplate screw, a large foliate arabesque pattern inlay below the breech plug, an elliptical German silver inlay on the left side of the buttstock and a wonderful 2-pc patchbox with German silver box inside. Left side of the buttstock is inlaid with five seated Liberty half dimes, four with “1843” dates and one with “1842” date, laid out in a star pattern connected with numerous small silver pins & a large silver medallion in the center dated “1835”. Silver inlay in the center of the stock is surrounded by the same pins. Wrist has skip-line checkering with the same small pins in the center of the diamonds. Forestock has an “1824” silver coin that appears to be British. Left side coin is missing. Back action lockplate is marked “W.S. FULLER / MILLBURY / MASS”. All of the German silver furniture is very nicely engraved. The 52 caliber bbl is 29-1/2″ and 1-1/4″ across the flats, full oct with iron bottom rail, two guides, one of which is flattened. Breech plug is identically engraved with three platinum or silver bands. It has a tiny German silver front sight and an early style semi-buckhorn rear sight. Top flat is marked “DERINGER / PHILADA”. Accompanied by a framed notarized statement from Wilbur C. Kraber dated June 13, 1923 giving the provenance of this rifle directly back to Maj. Gen. John Fulton Reynolds who was killed early on the first day of Gettysburg. CONDITION: Very good. The 72 caliber bbl retains about 80% orig brown with light surface rust & pitting. The 52 caliber bbl retains most of a fine blue/brown patina with fine to light surface rust. Stock has a long crack on the right side bbl channel with a repair to the horn forend tip. There are other cracks & a splice on the left side of the bbl channel with another crack on the bottom. Top tang is broken. Mechanics are fine, bores are dark & crusty. 4-57323 (5,000-10,000)

KELLERMANN PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE. Cal. 41. NSN. 31-1/2” oct bbl. Marked “W. KELLERMANN. / CHICAGO ILL. / CAST STEEL” on top of the bbl. Kellermann was a gunsmith in Chicago from 1852 to his death in 1869. He did not actually make his rifle but added this bbl to an imported rifle belonging to a customer. Besides the bbl, the buttplate was added. Stock was originally equipped with a sliding wood patchbox cover but this hole has now been filled in and more than half covered with the very heavy Schuetzen buttplate. Sling swivel hole in the bottom of the stock has been filled. CONDITION: 80% brown mixed with light pitting on the bbl. Lockplate and bbl tang are mostly gray with some light pitting. Stock is broken at the wrist and has repairs in the same area. Rear bbl sight is missing, the tang sight and cleaning rod are replacements. 4-56469 (1,500-3,000)

FINE W. HAHN DELUXE PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE. Cal. 46. NSN. Wonderful, finest quality, American made Schuetzen with 34″ medium to heavy weight oct bbl cut for false muzzle, which is missing. Front sight is a modern replacement & the bbl sight is missing. Top flat is engraved “W. Hahn.” in a nice engraved panel with arabesque flourishes at each end. Breech plug has a wonderful detailed engraving of an American eagle perched on a ribbon engraved “CONCORD” with crossed target rifles and a large target. It has three wide gold bands with an elaborately engraved left upper flat and top tang. Front action lockplate & reinforcement is matching engraved. It has a very elaborate German silver Schuetzen trigger guard with dbl set triggers, a large solid German silver nose cap & heavy Schuetzen buttplate with long bottom prong, missing the top prong. It is mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with both left & right hand cheek pcs with two wedges through elaborate intertwined escutcheons & a very well executed engraved inlaid mermaid blowing a horn on the left flat acting as a sideplate. Top tang is mounted with a German style diopter sight with medium sized disk. All of the German silver fittings and sideplateare wonderfully engraved with very fine, very well executed, foliate arabesque patterns with flower blossoms reminiscent of Gustave Young. It has a coarse checkered wrist. Front finial of the trigger plate is very elaborate & beautifully engraved with a hole for palm rest. There is another hole in the wood for a forward fitting palm rest. Hammer is a more modern replacement. Page 130 of American Gunsmiths, Sellers lists a William Hahn of New York, NY in the period 1858-1889 as a maker of percussion rifles & pistols. CONDITION: Very fine. False muzzle, bullet starter & rear sight are missing, otherwise very fine overall. Bbl & top tang retain a dark brown patina with some light dings & spots of pitting on the top flat. Lockplate is a mottled gray patina. All the German silver has a fine patina. Stock is sound with normal handling & use marks, an old gouge on the heel & retains 93-95% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with some minor pitting. 4-56390 JR690 (3,000-5,000)

PHILLIPS PERCUSSION BENCH RIFLE. Heavy percussion .50 caliber bench target rifle by E. Phillips of New York. Bbl length 27″ marked “E. Phillips Cast Steel / New York”, full oct complete with orig false muzzle. Equipped with an orig brass telescopic sight 22″ in length. Trigger guard & buttplate are of steel. Equipped with a dbl set trigger. Checkered straight gripped walnut stock has a teardrop cheekpiece on the left side. CONDITION: Bbl retains 90% of its orig plum brown finish & the stock retains a great deal of its finish. Orig front sight slot in the front of the bbl has been filled with brass. Bbl has vice marks. Bore very good. An exceptional quality bench gun. 4-57176 (2,750-3,750)

PURDEY SPORTING RIFLE. SN 5579. Cal. 50. 30-1/4” oct bbl. Marked “J. Purdey, 314-1/2 Oxford Street , London ” on top of the bbl. “Purdey” only on the lockplate. Lockplate, trigger guard, hammer, bbl tang are scroll engraved. Iron buttplate is coarsely checkered and is marked “CHARGE / 3-1/2 grms No 6 Powder”. There is a tiny beaver tail cheekpiece on the left side of the stock, and sling eyes on the bottom of the stock and the rear ramrod pipe. CONDITION: Strong traces of orig brown on the bbl. 50% blue on the lockplate, hammer and trigger guard. Patchbox and buttplate are mostly gray patina. Deluxe walnut stock has normal dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. 4-56424 (4,000-6,000)

SHILLITO & SON RIFLE. Cal. 73. 30” oct bbl. Marked in script “S. Shillito. & . Son.” on top of the bbl and behind the rear sight, which has been moved from its orig position. Samuel Shillito worked in South Central PA. from 1819 until his death in 1852. His son, also Samuel, worked there until his death in 1904. Firm only operated from 1850 to 1852. Commercial lockplate. Fine 4-pc engraved patchbox and toeplate. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina with light to moderate pitting overall. Brass is fine. Wood has been broken and repaired through the lock and the wrist and the stock refinished. Mechanically fine. 4-55288 X57 (2,000-3,000)

BILLINGHURST MULE-EAR TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 44. 30-3/4” oct bbl. Marked “W. BILLINGHURST” on top of the bbl. No marking on lockplate. Brass trigger. Lollypop tang sight is a modern replacement as is the ramrod. CONDITION: Brown patina overall. 1/4” sliver is missing the entire length of the forearm on the right side that includes a pc of the pewter tip which is also missing. Stock also shows a slight repair at the lock screw. Mechanically fine Pierre Renaud Collection. 4-55729 FS148 (1,000-1,500)

CASED KLINGNER PERCUSSION CAPE GUN. .40 Cal. 16 ga. 30-5/16” ribbed bbls, marked “K. KLINGNER / CARTHAGE. N.Y.” on top of the bbl rib and on each lockplate. It is cased in a painted wooden box. The exterior is painted red with a gold, lined border on top of the lid with decals of dogs. Case is lined with padded, brown felt and contains a bullet starter, a lollypop rear sight, a nipple wrench, a brass bullet mold, a cleaning rod tip, a tompion, and 2 shot bags. CONDITION: Gun is excellent with 95% of the streaky, brown finish on the bbls. Casehardening on the lockplate is still bright. There is a 2-½” chip missing in front of the left lockplate, otherwise the stock is excellent with only minor handling marks. Case has 2 long cracks on the top and is chipped along the edges. Interior is badly pilled. Tools are good. 4-57169 FS93 (1,250–1,750)

PERCUSSION HALF STOCK RIFLE. Unmarked except for “S.L. KAPFF” on the thumb pc. Cal. 38. 30-1/2” oct bbl. Back action lock. Sgl set trigger. Brass furniture with German silver decoration. Eagle is missing from the cheek piece and has been replaced with plastic wood. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina with light pitting except on hammer which has heavy pitting. Ramrod and forearm tip and sights are replacements. Mechanically good. From the Collection of the late Frank S. Ciak, Jr. 4-56832 (1,000-2,000)

J. HARDING PERCUSSION TARGET/HUNTING RIFLE. Cal. About 42. NSN. Fine half stock rifle with 32″ heavy oct to rnd bbl, marked on the left upper flat with the maker’s name and “LOWELL. MASS.” It has a front action lock which bears the maker’s name and is mounted in a highly figured American walnut half-stock with checkered forestock, pewter nose cap and checkered wrist with German silver crescent buttplate that has faceted top tang and toe plate. It has a simple 2-pc. German silver patch box and a German silver highly stylized inlay on the cheekpiece. It is fitted with dbl set triggers and serpentine shaped German silver trigger guard with an iron trigger plate. It has a German silver sideplate and escutcheons for the forearm wedge. The bbl has a bottom iron rib with two iron guides containing a replacement ramrod and is accompanied by its orig false muzzle. All of the sights are missing. CONDITION: Very good to fine. All the iron retains a gray/brown patina with some light wrench marks on the bbl. Stock is sound showing moderate to heavy wear and has a fine hand rubbed patina. Patch box is moderately pitted. Mechanics are fine. Dbl set trigger functions but needs adjustment. Very bright shiny bore. 4-55115 JR40 (800-1,200)

EXTREMELY RARE MONTSTORM SPORTING RIFLE. Cal. .45. NSN. Unusual early percussion rifle with 27” multi-stage bbl. Marked “Wm MONT. STORM / Inventor. / N.Y.” on the bottom of the oct breech block. Bbl has an oct section at the breech, which is screwed to the plated brass frame. A 3” 16-sided section follows with the remainder being round. It has a slim Kentucky rifle style walnut stock with crescent steel buttplate & odd shaped cheekpiece with a simple 2-pc patchbox on the right side. It has German silver trigger guard/finger rest & a simple back action lock on the right side. William Montgomery Storm held a large number of gun patents from 1853 to 1878; they are usually known at Montstorm due to a peculiarity of his signature. He patented this rifle 8 July, 1856. There is a short stub, which was probably intended to hold a loading rod, under the frame. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains a smooth even dark brown patina overall. Receiver retains about all of its orig silver plating. Stock has a hairline around the comb and a series of tack holes along the comb & bottom of the stock. Mechanics are fine, sgl set trigger functions. Strong bore with good shine, dark in the grooves. 4-54288 JR764 (1,250-1,750)

FINE EARLY HAPGOOD PERCUSSION HALF STOCK RIFLE. Cal. 58 smoothbore. NSN. Early style Hapgood with 32-1/2″ oct to rnd bbl, German silver front sight & simple fixed rear sight. There is a slot blank in a second dovetail near the forend tip on the top flat. Top flat is marked “J. HAPGOOD / SHREWSBURY” with an eagle head and the back action lock is also marked “J. HAPGOOD”. It is mounted in a wonderful tiger stripe maple stock with horn forend tip & German silver & brass furniture. Bottom of the bbl has a pinned wood rail with two brass guides containing an old replacement spiral cut hickory ramrod with brass tip. Right side of the buttstock has a simple 2-pc patchbox with pineapple finial & a large 5-pointed star near the wrist. Left side of the buttstock has a long arrow on the wrist, another 5-pointed star near the buttplate & a simple half moon near the comb. It has a heavy crescent brass buttplate with long toeplate & two small triangles at the buttplate. Accompanied by an orig advertisement for J. Hapgood at 30 Washington Street in Boston dated “1847” wherein he claims to have been in business for 18 years in Shrewsbury which will continue as his manufacturing & repair business. Hapgood actually worked from 1826 to 1847 in Shrewsbury with both operations being closed in 1864. He continued to live in Shrewsbury until his death in 1890. CONDITION: Fine. Metal retains a smooth even very dark brown patina, probably a period of use restored finish with some scattered light crusty rust. There is heavy pitting around the nipple area. Stock has a repair around the lock screw on the left side & is missing a 3″ sliver from the left side, very old & retains most of a restored finish. Mechanics are fine, moderately pitted bore. 4-56380 (1,500-3,000)

REIN PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE. Cal. 42. 33” oct bbl. Turned for starter. Marked “REIN / NEW YORK” on top of the bbl. The rear bbl sight and the palm rest are missing. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina with moderate with moderate dents. Faint traces of casehardening on the lock and bbl flat. Stock is cracked through the wrist. Vice marks on the bbl. Mechanically good. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55733 FS190 (500-800)

UNMARKED PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 38. 29-1/4” oct bbl. There are two holes drilled at the muzzle but it is not known if this was intended for a starter or a false muzzle. Sights and forearm are replacements. Ramrod and forearm pin are missing. Sgl set trigger. Trigger guard has been broken and repaired. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with widely scattered light pitting. Stock is chipped below the lockplate. Mechanically needs adjustment. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55730 FS149 (300-400)

MINIATURE BEDFORD-STYLE FULL STOCK RIFLE. Cal. 30. 33-¾” oct. bbl. Engraved “E.C.” at the top of the lockplate in front of the drum. Same initials are shadow scratched in front of the hammer. No other external marks appear on the rifle. Bbl is only ¾” wide. Fancy rear sight is engraved to match the other fittings on the gun. Only the trigger guard, patch box, buttplate, sideplate, wear plate, and ramrod pipes are brass. Other metal inlays, 26 in all, are engraved silver. There are also ivory and horn inlays. CONDITION: Appears to be unused, but there is some pulling of the nails, which hold the inlays, either due to shrinkage or vibration. Coating on the patchbox has caused a metal stain, but this should be easy to take care of. 4-55286 FS121 (3,000-4,000)

FINE DUNMEYER KENTUCKY RIFLE. Cal. 32. 36” oct bbl. Engraved “JD” on the lockplate with light lines on other brass fittings. The stock is incised carved with scrolls on both sides and lines down the forearm. Very similar to the other Jonathon Dunmeyer in this sale. CONDITION: Excellent with smooth brown patina overall and light to moderate pitting on the brass. Maple stock has a fine tiger-stripe pattern and is in excellent condition. 4-55292 FS166 (3,000-4,000)

UNIDENTIFIED SWIVEL BREECH PERCUSSION RIFLE. Cal. 45. 36-3/8” oct bbls. Lockplate was imported by “J.C.GRUBB & Co PHIL”. Release for swiveling the bbls is on the left side of the grip. There is very little decoration. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall. Stock has some minor chips around the lock. Action is good. 4-55289 X62 (1,500-2,500)

UNMARKED PERCUSSION HALF STOCK RIFLE. Cal. 46. NSN. 32” oct bbl. Back action lock. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with light to heavy pitting. Stock has been broken through the wrist and repaired crudely with a strap of iron at the wrist. There are other repairs on the forearm and repaired cracks. Lock is good. 4-57320 X97 (400-600)

LATE PERCUSSION HALF-STOCK RIFLE. Cal. 34. 32” oct bbl. No markings. Not antique. There is a rnd silver lodge medal in the beavertail cheekpiece. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall. Wood shows only minor handling marks. Mechanically good. 9-27761 FS127 (400-600)

VANDERSLICE FULL-STOCK PERCUSSION RIFLE. Cal. 36. 36” oct. bbl. Marked “T VANDERSLICE” on top of the bbl. Lockplate is an import sgl screw lock from a Philadelphia dealer. There was a Jacob Vanderslice working in Philadelphia around 1850. Bbl and stock were shortened to the current length. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina on the iron parts, heavy dark patina on brass. Mechanically needs adjustment. Patchbox catch is stuck. 4-55114 (400-600)

FINE DUNMEYER SOMERSET COUNTY BUCK & BALL GUN. Cal. 64. 39-3/8” part oct bbl. Stock has typical incised carving overall. An oval patchbox has been inlet into the right side of the stock. Jonathan Dunmeyer worked in Somerset County, PA. from the mid-1840’s until his death in 1885. CONDITION: Very good with strong places of finish under the blue/brown patina. Light pitting around the nipple. Stock is excellent with sharp edges. Mechanically fine. 4-55287 FS134 (3,000-4,000)

EXTREMELY FINE SIMON FOWLING PIECE. Marked “SIMON ··· A ·· PARIS ··· CANON· A· RUBANS·” on top of the bbl rib amidst lightning, military stands, and swags all done in gold. There is a cartouche at the rear of each bbl with a crown over “TR”. The lockplate’s are engraved “Simon Arquebusier / Du Roy Brevete / Be Mgr Conte Dartois Paris”. There is a running rabbit at the rear of the right lockplate and a running dog at the front. Hammer is engraved with a long tailed bird sitting on a branch while the top is sculpted in the shape of a dragon with brass eyes. Left flat has similar decoration with birds at the rear of the lockplate and pointing dog at the front. Tailpipe, trigger guard, and buttplate are engraved with hunting scenes. Stock is raised carved with vines, leaves, and animal heads. Ramrod is one pc of bone with brass tips. Sling swivels on the bottom of the stock. CONDITION: Excellent with little wear. Gold on the bbl is bright. Most of the metal was finished bright and there is only a little scattered rust stain. Stock is bright. Mechanically excellent. 4-57032 FS130 (15,000-25,000)

VERY HIGH QUALITY D. FISH PERCUSSION COMBINATION RIFLE/SHOTGUN. Cal. 44 & 12 ga. NSN. Very high quality American made combination gun with 31-1/2″ steel rifle bbl & Damascus shotgun bbl with flat Damascus rib having a large German silver dovetailed front sight & very elaborate adjustable rear sight. Rib has the maker’s name with “New York Cast Steel” on the rib with the breech plug lightly engraved at the rib end with wide & narrow gold bands. It is mounted in a very highly figured 1-pc American walnut stock with sgl wedge through German silver oval escutcheons with uncheckered forestock & checkered straight grip with cheek piece & crescent steel buttplate with a long decorative toeplate. Back action lockplates, hammers, top tang & trigger guard are very nicely engraved with foliate arabesque patterns & the maker’s name on each lockplate. It has an elaborate 2-pc cap box with beautifully engraved bird dog on the right side of the buttstock & it has an elaborate pineapple finial on the trigger guard which is serpentine shaped & functions as a hand rest. Nose pipe is engraved to match & the triggers are adjustable. Accompanied by its orig hickory, brass tipped ramrod with worm on one end. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain most of their beautiful orig chocolate brown finish with most of the orig Damascus pattern showing on the shotgun bbl, rib & ramrod guides. Lockplates & remainder of the iron are faded case colors with a fine medium patina. Stock is sound & retains most of its fine orig varnish with minor nicks & scratches. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bores. 4-57307 JR642 (3,000-6,000)

RISLEY DBL BBL RIFLE/SHOTGUN. Cal. 41. 20 ga. 26″ bbls. Marked “H. RISLEY” on the bbl grip. Remington locks. There is a tiny patchbox inlaid on the right side of the stock between two silver coins, both dated “1853”. A normal patchbox is on the left side of the stock which has two silver coins, one dated “1853” and one dated “1854”. Trigger arrangement is very unusual. Rifle bbl, which is on the left side has a dbl set trigger, while the shotgun bbl has a normal trigger. Ramrod and pewter forearm tip are replacements. Bbls have been cut to the current length. Hiram Risley worked in central New York until his death in 1862. He was the first of several generations of gunsmiths. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with considerable denting at the rear of the bbls. Both tangs have been repaired. Stock is broken at the wrist, and has been cleaned from earlier repairs. 4-57317 X93 (1,000-2,000)

THOMPSON CENTER RIFLE. SN 212034. Cal. 50. 28-7/8” oct bbl. CONDITION: Excellent with minor scratches. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55731-1 X58 (150-250)

LINDSAY TWO SHOT MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. 40″ part oct bbl. Standard markings on top of the breech. Sharp “ADK” cartouches on the left side of the stock. This is the typical unused specimen with brilliant “Armory Bright” finish and unused stock. This one does not have the usual crack at the wrist. 4-57342 FS205 (7,500-11,000)

EXTREMELY RARE VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY RIFLE “DON’T TREAD ON ME PATCH BOX”. Cal. 45 or 50. 1st Mod 1805-1808. Only about 200-240 made originally with a 46” part oct. bbl. Only a few are known with this rare and desirable patriotic patchbox. Bbl is 33-½” part oct. bbl. Standard markings on the lock with date 1806 at the tail of the lockplate. Snake patchbox has the Revolutionary War motto “Don’t Tread / On Me”. Top of the bbl is marked “G,T NORFOLK COUNTY”. Marking in front of the “G” is unreadable due to the pitting generated by the breech. Rear sight position has been changed at least twice and the current rear sight is a brass replacement. Ramrod is also a replacement. A keyhole has been cut in the trigger guard. CONDITION: Brown patina. Brass parts have a nice old very dark patina. Wood has initials scratched in the bottom. Stock has some small. Lock is good. 4-55078 (20,000-40,000)

EXTREMELY RARE ELLIS-JENNINGS 4-SHOT REPEATING FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 54. NSN. One of about 520 of these rare rifles made for the State of New York in 1829. Only about 10 examples are known to survive. It has 35-3/4″ bbl with rectangular base front sight/bayonet lug, a musket style rear sight base and mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock similar to an 1817 common rifle. It has the outline of a partially legible cartouche on the left flat with “US”, “JM” and “P” proofs at the breech end of the bbl. Buttstock has the common rifle style oval iron patchbox and it has 3-bbl bands retained by springs. The trigger guard is reminiscent of the 1817 common rifle. Lock mechanism is most unique in that after the four charges are loaded into the bbl the sliding lock was placed in the forward position with the rear three small covers closed over the aft three flash holes. Mechanism consists of a Forsythe style primer charging bottle articulated with the hammer & pan so that when the hammer is cocked, the frizzen is automatically closed and a primer charge is automatically dumped into the pan. Then when it is fired the charger is rotated forward out of the way. To fire the second & subsequent charges it is necessary to life the next cover to the rear and manually slide the lock into position. Once positioned the process is repeated until all four charges are gone. These rare rifles were likely too complicated and delicate for serious military service and therefore never adopted. CONDITION: Fine. Metal retains a clean bright surface with a few scattered spots of light pitting with some nicks & dings on the bbl. Rear sight is broken. Flash plate of the mechanism has had some old hand forged repairs, otherwise is fine & functional with some light pitting. Stock has a couple of chips back of the action and another by the top tang, otherwise is sound and retains a fine old patina. Mechanics are fine, dark crusty bore. 4-57427 JR616 (12,500-17,500)

WONDERFUL UNIT MARKED WAR OF 1812 3RD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET. Cal. 75. NSN. Used by a British soldier in Company H of “Buck’s Volunteers” officially the 85th of The King’s Regiment of Light Infantry. This musket has a 39-1/4″ rnd bbl with square base front sight/bayonet lug. It has two crown over crossed sword proofs at the breech end with standard lock markings of “TOWER” vertically behind the hammer with a crown over “GR”, the cipher of King George III and the crown over arrow acceptance proof. It is mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with brass furniture, raised teardrop side panels with a raised panel around the top tang and a smooth brass 3-step buttplate. Forestock & trigger guard have sling wires & the stock has a swell at the nose pipe. Trigger guard has an acorn finial & the trigger bow is engraved “BUCK’S VOL’S / H”. There is a small two initial proof on the left side flat.

This important musket, as previously noted, was used by a member of the 85th Regiment, Buck’s Volunteers, The King’s Regiment of Light Infantry, apparently in Company H. The 85th Regiment was a part of Wellington’s Army & came to the United States from France in 1813 and almost immediately participated in the Battle of Bladensburg and the capture & burning of Washington. During the battle, the British had 64 killed & 185 wounded with the Americans losing 26 killed & 51 wounded. Later that year, in December, Buck’s Volunteers participated in the Battle of New Orleans where 6,000 British troops under Gen. Keane & their fleet attacked the 12,000 American defenders of the garrison under Gen. Jackson. British were repulsed and in 1814 Buck’s Volunteers returned to England. This musket almost certainly was captured during one of these battles, very likely at Bladensburg, since it was found in the Northeast. Consignor states he has owned it for many years.

CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains a dark, even, moderately pitted attic patina with traces of the orig bright finish around the bbl channel. Lockplate & hammer are crisp with a light patina and a lot of orig bright finish showing through. Stock has a hairline & a large chip back of the top tang with a chip missing from in front of the lock and scattered worm holes about with a splice by the right bbl channel at the tip and another on the left side. But for these minor damages & repairs the wood is extremely fine with good sharp edges & a fine dark smooth patina. Mechanics are crisp. It has a trumpet head ramrod which appears to be an old replacement. Bore is dark & crusty. 4-56474 JR711 (10,000-12,500)

NEW HAMPSHIRE 2ND BATTALION FRENCH MUSKET. French Mod 1766 inf. musket dated (17)73 on the bbl with period armory modifications/repairs: bayonet lug on bottom of bbl (1771), no retaining spring or lower bbl band (introduced in 1773), brass bushing in touchhole. The stock cartouche is a crown over 2 letters, the first a “C”. The side plate is marked “P.F.” and rubbed on the right side of the letters appearing at g lance to be “FI”. Lockplate markings are light, most likely Charleville or Mauberge. Orig. 1766 pattern lock. The bbl is full-length and shows marks on top left breech: “73” indicating date of mfg. & NH battalion markings “NH 2 B No. 472”.On bottom of bbl at breech is “D” & fleur-de-lis with several small sunken rectangular cartouches. Bottom of bbl shows antitwist lug near muzzle, and a bayonet lug. Lug for ramrod retaining spoon spring is missing, but bbl notch for lug is present as is the stock cut-out for spoon. Touch-hole shows period brass bushing, but lock is orig. Ramrod is orig.

Approx. 11,000 French arms arrived in Portsmouth Harbor in March, 1777. About 2100 were allocated to NH for its 3 battalions of inf. in the Continental Army, and were marked with state battalion and rack numbers. These weapons saw action at Saratoga, Valley Forge, in the Philadelphia campaign, on Sullivan’s expedition against the Iroquois, and then in the North Department. In the hands of NH light inf. companies, some probably also saw service in the south and at Yorktown. They are the only American regimentally marked longarms of the Revolution. The 2nd NH Battalion, from which this musket comes, saw the heaviest service of the NH regiments. Its flags may still be seen at the NH Historical Society.

Out of some 12,000 French longarms brought into Portsmouth Harbor in March, 1777, about 2100 were allotted to NH to arm its 3 battalions serving in the Continental line. A Portsmouth silversmith was hired to make the stamps with which to mark the muskets and bayonets. Markings consisted of a ligatured “NH” followed by a number and a “B”, designating either the First, Second or Third battalion, then “No” and the rack number of the weapon. Bayonets were marked only with the rack number. Rack numbers run to about 700, corresponding to the established strength for Continental Army infantry battalions. 4-57424 (7,000-10,000)

“ROUSSET” FRENCH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S MUSKET. Cal. 70. 47” part oct bbl. Spade bayonet has a military number “N: C: N 26” with the mount on the bottom of the bbl. There are large rings mounted on the rear of the side plate and the left side of the center bbl band. Tailpipe is made up as part of a very large bbl band. Bridle for the frizzen extends downward to the frizzen spring. Iron trigger guard has overly long tips with balls on the end. Both lockplate & sideplate have decorative engraving. CONDITION: Generally gray with light pitting near the breech. Some engraving. Gun will probably date to the early 1700’s. 4-57287 (5,000-6,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1807 INDIAN CARBINE. Cal. 54. NSN. 33-3/4” rnd bbl. Dated “1809” on the lockplate. There is a “US” cartouche on the left side of the stock. This is a fair conversion using some old and some new parts. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned and chemically toned. Trigger guard has been bent, possibly broken and brazed, and is somewhat battered at the front end. Ramrod is a replacement. Stock has been broken at the wrist and repaired with some areas of fill. Stock has been sanded and refinished. Mechanically good. 4-57315 FS232 (4,000-5,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1795 TYPE 2 MUSKET. Cal. 69. 44-7/8” rnd bbl. Missing the ramrod and sling swivels. Dated 1809 at the rear of the lockplate. “US” stamps on top of bbl and left flat at the stock. CONDITION: Pitting overall. Cracks at buttplate, in front of the lockplate, at the rear lockplate screw, and forearm. Muzzle has some hammer and vise marks on the bbl. Lock is functioning. 4-55082 (1,000-2,000)

RARE BAKER MODEL 1830 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Marked “US / J. BAKER” in front of the hammer and “PHILA /1837” in vertical lines at the tail of the lockplate. “GWN” cartouche on the left side of the stock. Bayonet is unmarked and a little tight on the gun. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with light to moderate pitting, mostly at the bridge. Stock is solid with good edges. Bayonet has overall wide rust. Mechanically fine. 4-56909 FS161 (1,000-2,000)

RARE “U.S.’ MODEL 1816 NAVY MUSKET BY WATERS. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated “1833” on lockplate and bbl tang. “JM” cartouche in oval on left side of the stock. Heavy brass buttplate was made to install in racks on shipboard. It is unmarked. Lockplate is marked “US / A.WATERS” with no eagle in front of the hammer and “MILLBURY / 1833” in two vertical lines at the tail. Reconversion. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall, some pitting. Wood has been repaired in front of the lockplate. Mechanically good. 4-57057 (1,500-3,000)

AUSTRIAN CALVARY CARBINE. SN H22. Cal. 69. 14-1/2” rnd bbl. Marked “I. FLORIANSCHUTZ” on top of the bbl. There are various numbers on the major parts. Lock is a replacement and does not fit well. Touchhole is forward of the pan. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with scattered surface rust. Stock is fine. Lock is fine. 4-55141 X55 (800-1,200)

JACKSON FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS. Cal. 70. 14-1/2” cannon-shaped brass bbl. Marked “JACKSON” on the lockplate and “LONDON” on top of the bbl. Reconversion. CONDITION: No patina on the brass parts. Light pitting on the lockplate and hammer. Stock is repaired in front of the lock. Mechanically good. 4-57054 (1,600-1,900)

BOND FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS. Cal. 60. 14” part oct, brass bbl. Marked “W·BOND” on the lockplate, “LONDON” on top of the bbl. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray patina with moderate pitting on the lock. Bbl has been cleaned but nice toning. Other brass furniture has a darker patina. Vise marks on stock and worm damage, stock is solid. Mechanically good. 4-55081 FS106 (1,000-1,500)

BROWN BESS TYPE BAYONET. 16” triangular blade marked with “V” and an eagle. 4” socket CONDITION: Heavy rust brown patina overall. Reinforcement at the end of the socket has been broken out and is missing. 4-55084 FS20 (300-500)

FRENCH OFFICERS FUSIL. Cal. 70. 40-1/2” part oct bbl. Marked “S. Etienne / M fre Royale”. The pan has a rotating brass cover. The frizzen is cupped to accommodate the safety. There are three gold cartouches, one on each of the other three flats on the rear of the bbl. CONDITION: Bbl has been cleaned & toned. Lock is sharp with some light patina. Ramrod and the front bbl band are replacements. Large chip missing at end of forestock & other cracks in the lock area. Mechanically fine. 4-57232 X69 (3,000-5,000)

FINE CHARLEVILLE MODEL 1763 FLINTLOCK MUSKET US SURCHARGED. Cal. 69. 44-7/8” rnd bbl. There is a small “US” stamp on the bbl in front of the Fleur-de-lis sunken cartouche. The tang of the bbl is engraved “M1763” with the toe of the “M” running over onto the bbl. An issue marking “38” is stamped in large numbers on the wrist. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina overall. Stock has normal dents and scratches. Mechanically good. 4-57262 FS179 (3,000-5,000)

VIRGINIAN MANUFACTORY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated “1818” at the rear of the lockplate. There are issue marks on top of the comb at the buttplate. Numbers “44” appear on the buttplate, sideplate, trigger guard, and bbl bands. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned bright with sharp markings. Wood still has sharp edges. Mechanically fine. 4-56343 FS162 (3,000-4,000)

US SURCHARGED FRENCH MUSKET. Cal. 80. 42-5/8” rnd bbl. The stock is in the Brown Bess style. The lockplate is marked “…GIRAR…” in front of a hammer with a horizontal “US” at the tail. The top of the bbl has the same US surcharge in front a smaller partially defaced US surcharge. The upper left flat is marked “S fleur-de-lis F”, this is stamped over another marking “Jean….”. The frizzen spring joins the frizzen screw with the frizzen screen screw, in the Spanish style. The sling swivels are missing, the ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. Wood has some repairs and cracks and is revarnished. Mechanically fine. 4-57255 FS180 (4,000-6,000)

FINE VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY MODEL 1812 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated “1814” on the tail of the lockplate. No inspector marks or cartouches. Sling swivels are missing. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray to brown patina overall with sharp edges to the metal. Stock is cracked at the front lockplate screw and again at the center of the buttstock. Mechanically fine. 4-56332 FS187 (3,000-4,500)

VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY MODEL 1795 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 69. NSN. 42” rnd bbl. Dated “1805” on the lockplate. The regimental marking on top of the bbl is “PRINCESS ANNE” (for Princess Anne, Virginia). With a condemnation mark above the pan. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned to gray. Wood has been repaired & refinished. Lock markings are still sharp. 4-57278 X88 (3,000-5,000)

VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY MODEL 1795 MUSKET. Cal. 69. 44-3/8” rnd bbl. Dated 1802 at the tail of the lockplate. Standard markings on the lockplate. “ALBEMARLE” stamped on top of the bb. The lock is an old reconversion with hand forging on the bbl and bbl tang. The “88” on the side plate is possibly an issue number from the Albemarle Militia. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with some active rust on the bbl tang and hammer. Wood has been cleaned and waxed, and has a few cracks around the trigger guard and bbl tang. Ramrod is a replacement. Lock is functional. 4-57225 FS177 (3,000-5,000)

US SURCHARGE US MODEL 1795 MUSKET. Cal. 69. 44-1/2” rnd bbl. Except for the “US” cut into the tail, the lockplate is unmarked. There is a large sunken cartouche on top of the bbl with an eagle head over “P”. There is an oval cartouche on the stock, but it is unreadable. Front band is too close to the front of the bbl, leaving too little room for a bayonet. Ramrod is an old replacement. Bbl bands are very heavy in construction. Lockplate is marked “TB” in a sunken cartouche. Mainspring and several screws are replacements, but the lock appears to be orig. There is a large oval condemnation mark on the right side of the bbl above the lockplate. Lock screws are replacements and both are too long. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with moderate to heavy pitting at the breech. Stock has normal handling marks. Lock is good. 4-56334 FS173 (2,500-3,500)

VIRGINIA MANUFACTORY MODEL 1795 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 44” rnd bbl. The lockplate is dated 1809 at the tail. The other markings are only faintly visible. “PRINCE WILLIAM”, we believe for Prince William County, Virginia, is stamped on top of the bbl. There is a very early sheet iron repair nailed to the stock in front of the lockplate. The lock has some replaced parts, but is possible original. There is a strap iron repair on the trigger guard. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. Numerous repairs to the wood. Mainspring is slightly short and will slip off the tumbler causing breakage to the stock. 4-57259 (3,000-4,500)

“MASS” MILITIA SUTTON MODEL 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET. Cal. 60. 44” rnd bbl. Only the name is on the lockplate. There are no dates, inspectors or other marks on the gun. It does have a correct bayonet, also stock deeply branded “MASS”. CONDITION: All metal has been cleaned to bright, with some light pitting remaining. Wood has been repaired and refinished. Mechanically good. 4-57264 (2,000-3,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1840 FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET AND NEW HAMPSHIRE MARKING. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated 1842 on the lock and bbl. “JAS” cartouche on the left flat of the stock. Shadow “NH” marking is on the left flat of the bbl. Bayonet is proper. All interior parts of the lock have “S” inspector marks. Lockplate has “L” and “N” initials. CONDITION: Excellent. Much of the orig bright finish showing under the heavy dried grease covering. Edges of the wood are sharp. Mechanically excellent. 4-56326 FS176 (3,000-5,000)

FINE PRUSSIAN FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH BAYONET. Cal. 75. NSN. 41” rnd bbl. Marked “POTZDAMAGAZ” on the lockplate, partially covered by the hammer. Prussian crest is on the thumb piece. There are proof marks on the bbl but they are not legible. The 13-1/2” socket bayonet is too large for the stud on the bottom of the bbl, and slightly large for the diameter of the bbl. CONDITION: Mostly brown patina with some heat scale on the bbl. This is a good reconversion using old parts. Stock has been broken through the lock area with some repairs visible and others not completed, but is generally good. 4-57244 FS233 (3,000-5,000)

FRENCH MODEL 1808 CONTRACT MUSKET. Cal. 69. 44-1/2” rnd bbl. Dated “1811” on the tail of the lockplate. Standard French markings on the lockplate. There is a faint two-lobe cartouche on the left side of the stock, but it is unreadable. CONDITION: All metal surfaces have been polished, but moderate to heavy pitting remains. Stock is good, with minor pits and cracks. Mechanically good. 4-56344 FS175 (2,000-3,000)

DUTCH MADE FLINTLOCK MUSKET FROM THE ERA OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Cal. 82. 43-1/4” rnd bbl. Marked “Crown / I. D. / two illegible lines” on the lockplate. The top of the bbl also has an unreadable marking. Possibly used in the American Revolution. There are unit markings on the gun as follows: Rear thumb pc is marked “EN = 32” and the tang of the buttplate is marked “7½ BR / I illegible BAT”, initials are carved on both sides of the stock. All brass fittings. The ramrod is a replacement the sling swivel is missing. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. Stock is missing a large chip at the front of the lock and minor chips elsewhere. Furniture has a very dark patina. Frizzen has been refaced. 4-57231 FS181 (4,000-6,000)

FINE HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 41-¾” rnd bbl. Dated “1819” on lockplate and bbl. There is also an “H / 57” marking on top of the bbl with other marks on lock and bbl. There are numerous standard marks on the left flat of the stock including “AD” and “JPC” cartouches, “AT” inspector mark, “3”, “V”, “V”, and some unreadable. There are vise marks at the rear of the bbl. Inside of the lockplate has many of the same markings. Pan is as cast inside with no inspector marks or initials. CONDITION: Brown patina overall. Stock has sharp edges and crisp markings. Light pitting around the breach of the bbl, hammer screw and the buttplate. 4-55151 FS107 (2,500-3,500)

REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA LARGE DUTCH FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH SLING. Cal. 80. 43” rnd bbl. No markings visible, has early brass thumb plate engraved “NO/40034”, probably a rack or issue number. CONDITION: Brown patina over all with moderate to heavy pitting. Furniture has a pleasant dark patina. Wood has normal dents and gouges with chips around the lock. Mechanically good. Sling has been treated and is supple. 4-57254 FS193 (3,000-4,000)

WHITNEY MODEL 1822 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Marked “U.S / crossed arrow and olive leaves / E. WHITNEY” in front of the hammer and “NEW / HAVEN / 1833” at the tail of the lockplate. Date on the bbl tang is not legible. No cartouche is visible in the stock as that area is heavily gouged. Good reconversion using modern parts. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with light pitting except at breech where it is heavy. Wood has moderate handling marks, wood is solid. Mechanically good. 4-57052 FS137 (1,500-2,500)

COGSWELL NEW YORK CONTRACT FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 58. 33-1/2” part oct bbl. Marked “COGSWELL / TROY” on the lockplate and “SNY” on top of the bbl. A large three lined cartouche on the left side of the stock has an unreadable first line but, “SNY / TROY” is on the other two lines. This is a heavy rifle much in the style of the 1817 US common rifle. The brass patchbox has the hinge at the top. Smith Cogswell had a contract for these rifles and an earlier contract for muskets. CONDITION: Gray patina overall. Yellow patina on the brass. Chips and repairs along the forearm. Ramrod is a replacement. Lock is crisp. 4-57312 FS184 (3,000-5,000)

BRIDGEWATER 1816 FLINTLOCK CONTRACT MUSKET. Cal. 72. 42” rnd bbl. Lockplate is marked “BRIDGEWATER” in an arch around the rear of the hammer. It is dated 1819 on both the lock and bbl. Although it has the eagle “US” on the lockplate, it also has the MA. proofs on the bbl. Good reconversion. The sear spring is incorrect and binds against the wood. The brass washers for the lockplate screws are typical for Massachusetts contract muskets. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina mixed with light to moderate pitting overall. Wood has been revarnished. Mechanically needs adjustment. 4-57300 (1,500-2,500)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1795 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 45” rnd bbl. Marked with “SPRINGFIELD” in a downward arc at the tail of the lockplate and the standard eagle and with a “US” in script in front of the cock. It is dated “1802” on the buttplate. Date “1812” has been carved on the left cheekpiece along with a cross. Lockplate is marked with an “L” inside. All parts appear to be orig. There is some scratching and denting around the touch plate. CONDITION: Gray patina with light to moderate pitting overall. Stock is fine. Mechanically fine. 4-56318 FS171 (2,000-3,000)

UNIDENTIFIED MODEL 1808 FLINK LOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. An eagle is the only marking on the lockplate. Bbl has “US” over a sunken cartouche with an eagle head over “CT” this is followed by a large “V”. A half moon is under this line of proof marks. “V / CW” cartouche on the stock is clear. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with scattered light pitting. Wood is very good but has been varnished. Mechanically good. 4-56333 FS172 (2,000-3,000)

UNIDENTIFIED MODEL 1795 MUSKET. Cal. 69. 41-3/4” rnd bbl. Date “1804” and an eagle head proof mark on the bbl, are the only markings visible on this musket. There is heavy fire scale on the lockplate. Swivels are missing, ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall. Stock has been broken at the wrist and partially repaired with large chips still missing. Mechanically functional. 4-56342 X75 (1,000-2,000)

WHITNEY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Marked only “N.HAVEN.” in a scroll on lockplate. There is a “P” proofmark in a sunken cartouche on top of the bbl and a square condemnation mark on the right side of the bbl above the touchhole. “SN” or “NL” inspector cartouche on the left counter plate. CONDITION: Fine. Light surface rust overall and small areas of heavier pitting. Wood has normal light handling marks with sharp edges remaining. Mechanically good. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55696 FS170 (2,000-3,000)

WHITNEY NEW YORK CONTRACT MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. The only marking on the lockplate is “N.HAVEN.” in banner in front of the hammer. Dated 1809 on the bbl along with “SN.Y. / P M / S.J. 1809”. There is also a very heavy half-moon condemnation mark on top of the bbl. The left side of the stock has a large “V. / VY / I.M” inside a ragged circular stamp. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall. Wood has been broken around the lock and a large pc between the lock and the tang has been replaced. Some fill in this area, indicating that a larger lockplate was originally on the gun. Stock has been refinished. 4-57051 X56 (1,000-1,500)

HISTORICAL REVOLUTIONARY WAR US SURCHARGED FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 73. 40-5/8” rnd bbl. There is a large “US” stamped at the rear of the lockplate. Left side of the butt is neatly carved with period original inscription “CPL / DRAKE · MILLS / J · ASHLEYS REGT · / BERKSH CTY · / MASS MA · / FT · EDWD · / 17 · 77”. There is an “M” and an “A” stamped on the sideplate, possibly for Massachusetts. There is the same “M” stamped at the rear of the bbl. Rear sling swivel holder has been ground off. Although there is a bayonet lug on the bottom of the bbl, both it and the stock have been shortened. There is a filled spring hole 4” in front of the front band spring. Bbl, under the front band, shows armory bright finish. The hammer and ramrod are old replacements. A very rare opportunity to acquire an identified Rev. War used military musket. Research of its original owner may enhance its value considerably dependant on his military involvement. This fine gun and the following six are all part of a small old collection from Pennsylvania, this item is being sold unreserved. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light pitting, heavier at the breech. Stock has small repairs and some chips around the lockplate. Forearm has been cleaned. Lock functions fine. 4-55107 (15,000-25,000+ +)

POMEROY CONTRACT 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated “1840” on the lockplate and bbl tang. Assembly marks “4” and “6” are used on the inside of the lockplate with only the hammer screw showing a “4” on the outside of the lock. Hammer is unmarked while the frizzen has the number “10”. Bbl shows a pitting pattern where the nipple would have been mounted on the Belgian conversion. Cartouche on the left side of the stock is not readable. This fine old musket is from a private old Pennsylvaia collection and being sold unreserved. CONDITION: All metal has been cleaned bright. Markings are sharp on the metal. Chip in front of the lockplate. Dents and scratches elsewhere. 4-55112 (2,500-4,500)

HARPERS FERRY FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 64. 36” part oct. bbl. Dated “1818” at the rear of the lockplate. Other marks are standard. Ramrod, sideplate, bbl tang, and stock band are replacements. Reconverted. This fine old muscket is from a private old Pennsylvaia collection and being sold unreserved. CONDITION: About fair. Pitting overall on the bbl. Brass parts with corrosion. Stock has scratches. Mechanically good. 4-55113 (2,500-4,500)

HARPERS FERRY 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 41-¾” rnd bbl. Dated 1819 at the rear of the lockplate and tang of the bbl. Partially readable cartouche on the left side of the stock. This fine old muscket is from a private old Pennsylvaia collection and being sold unreserved. CONDITION: Pitting overall except on lock. Wood has normal dents and scratches. Mechanically good. Ramrod is a replacement. 4-55110 (2,500-4,500)

SCARCE 3RD MODEL HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1840 FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Dated 1840 on the lockplate and bbl tang. “I / 49” is stamped on the bbl in front of the date. The number “12” is stamped on the bbl, sideplate, pan, trigger guard, bbl bands, and buttplate. “556” has been dble stamped on the bbl to the rear of the “12”. An assembly number “4” is stamped on most of the same pcs. There is a mark on the left side of the stock that is not completely readable but no cartouche. This fine old muscket is from a private old Pennsylvaia collection and being sold unreserved. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina on the bbl cleaned in spots, leaving a gray patina. Darker patina on the other pcs. Stock is very good to fine with light dents and scratches. Ramrod not original. Mechanically fine. 4-55109 (6,000-8,000)

EXTREMELY RARE WHEELER FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 72. 44” rnd bbl. Marked “WHEELER’S.MANUFACTORY · 7A.VA RECT. HANOVER” on top of the bbl. There is a “P” inspector mark at the rear of the bbl but no other marks appear on the gun. Lock is finely converted with a repair to the sear and replacement lockplate screws. Smaller “P” is stamped inside the lock. Only a handful of the Wheeler contract muskets are known to exist today. They evidently saw rough service in the early 19th C. wars. This fine old muscket is from a private old Pennsylvaia collection and being sold unreserved. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been lightly cleaned with moderate pitting remaining around the rear of the bbl and light pitting on most other surfaces. Wood has some repair and old refinish. Ramrod is a replacement. Lock is good. 4-55108 (10,000-15,000)

HARPERS FERRY FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 76. 44-5/8” rnd bbl. Marked “HARPERS / FERRY / 1813” in 3 vertical lines at the tail of the lockplate. There is a large eagle with “US” on a shield on its breast. Tang and ramrod are replacements. Gun has been reconverted to flintlock. This fine old muscket is from a private old Pennsylvaia collection and being sold unreserved. Part of a small old collection from Pennsylvania, this item is being sold unreserved. CONDITION: Pitting overall. Wood has repairs and coated with wax but not refinished. Lock works good. 4-55111 (2,500-4,500)

BROWN BESS TYPE MUSKET. Cal. 74. 50-5.8” part oct bbl. This is probably an American Committee of Safety musket because it has a Brown Bess style stock, a 6-5/8” banana lock and brass furniture from several sources. No marks are visible. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with heavy to extreme pitting around the breech and lockplate. Stock has been repaired, sanded and refinished with some wear and cracks since the refinish. Mechanically good. 4-57286 FS199. (4,000-5,000)

RARE W&H SHANNON MODEL 1808 CONTRACT FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 44” rnd bbl. Marked “W & H S / PHILA” in two vertical lines at the lockplate. “US” in an oval in front of the hammer is clear but the eagle above it is barely visible. Bbl has the sunken cartouche with a raised eagle head over the letters “CT” as well as the stamp “CT189”. Left side of the stock shows the remains of a cartouche as well as some stamped numbers and letters. William Shannon and is father, Hugh, had a contract for 4,000 US Model 1808 muskets but only delivered 1,100. They seldom appear on the market. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned to bright. Stock has been broken through the lockplate and only partially repaired. Some slivers are sticking out and chips are missing. Mechanically good. 4-57053 FS140 (1,500-2,500)

BISSELL OFFICERS FUSIL. Cal. 69. 37” rnd bbl. Markings on the bbl and lock except for the name are obscured. Ramrod and top jaw screw are replacements. CONDITION: Pitting at the rear of the bbl. Stock is chipped and cracked around the lock area, and has been revarnished in the past. Mechanically good. From the Collection of the late Frank S. Ciak, Jr. 4-56831 (1,750-2,750)

SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl. Only faint remains of the Tower marking remain on the tail of the lockplate. George III marking is missing. There are no proof marks on the bbl or markings on the stock. Ramrod is a replacement. Sling swivels are missing. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall with light to moderate pitting. Stock has numerous repairs and cracks, and has been refinished. Sideplate has been broken in two but both pcs remain. Reconverted lock is operating stiffly. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55697 FS153 (1,500-2,500)

EUROPEAN MADE MASSACHUSETTS CONTRACT MUSKET CIRCA 1813. Cal. 72. 36-5/8” bbl. No markings on lock. “E M / S 1813” on top of the bbl. No markings on the stock. Ramrod is a replacement. Missing sling swivels. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall. Wood has been repaired and refinished. Mechanically good. 4-57290 (1,500-2,500)

SMALL FLINTLOCK MUSKETOON. Cal. 70. 24-3/4” rnd bbl. Marked on lock, “WILKES” with light engraving patterns. Brass furniture. Commercial import lock with roller frizzen. It is mounted with only one screw with the front screw hole left out. Brass commercial furniture possibly made for a boys school. CONDITION: Hairline in wrist, grain checks in butt, metal cleaned. 4-57253 (1,000-2,000)

BELGIAN OR MILITARY SCHOOL TRAINING FLINTLOCK TRADE MUSKET. Cal. 60. 31-3/8” part oct. bbl. Belgian proof marks at the rear. Box wood stock, stamped on butt “ECOLE MILITAIRE” with an “M” and a crown. CONDITION: Dirty with moderate dents. 4-55201 (1,000-2,000)

TOWER INDIA PATTERN FLINTLOCK MUSKET. Cal. 69. 39-½” rnd bbl. Missing tail pipe, sling swivels and ramrod. Standard lock and bbl markings. Stamped “DEWERSON” on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Pitting overall with dark brass. Stock has crack and some paint spots. Lock is functional. 4-55083 (1,500-3,000)

MASSIVE WILLIAM MOORE FLINTLOCK RAMPART GUN. Cal. 2 bore. NSN. Very early English rampart gun with 39-1/4″ swamped rnd bbl that is 1-11/16″ diameter at the muzzle with a 1-1/8″ diameter rifled bore. Breech end of the bbl is approx. 2-3/8″ diameter with a small flat on top on which is mounted a fixed rear sight that is marked “100” and “300” meters. Front sight is German silver. Maker’s name is engraved on the top flat and the tang is nicely engraved with a trophy of arms and light arabesque patterns. Maker’s name also appears on the 6-3/4″ long lockplate. Furniture is brass with a massive trigger guard, two guides containing an iron buttonhead ramrod and heavy buttplate with stepped tang. Stock is straight grain walnut, full length, secured with two wedges through the forestock. Forestock also has brass escutcheons around a hole for mounting a pintle. Altogether a very rare and seldom encountered flintlock arm. CONDITION: Very fine. All the iron retains a smooth, even, dark brown patina. Wood is sound and retains a fine, smooth, even patina. Mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore. 4-55312 JR207 (7,500-12,500)

SIGNED N. BEYER FLINTLOCK RAISED CARVED KENTUCKY RIFLE. Cal. 60. 42-1/2” oct bbl. This exact rifle is illustrated on page 79 of the book, “Arms Makers of Lancaster County, Pensylvania”, by Wood and Wisker. The book goes on to indicate that it is belived Beyer was an apprentice of the famous John Phillip Beck. It also indicates that Beyer was listed on the tax list of Lebanon township, Lancaster County from 1807-1810 and supposedly stayed active as a gunsmith until 1865. Engraved in script “N + Beyer +” on top of the bbl. Lockplate is a commercial import from Philadelphia and signed, “C. BIRD CO PHILAD. WARRANTED”. Both sides of the stock are raised carved with tulip design and have small silver disks set into the flowers. The cheek piece set with a silver engraved spread-winged eagle and an oval silver disk on the wrist. The forestock incised carved the entire legnth. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina overall. Stock has minor cracks and some repairs. Lock is a very good. Some vise marks on the bbl. 4-56825 (15,000-20,000)

SIGNED M. FORDNEY (MELCHIOR FORDNEY) KENTUCKY-STYLE INCISED CARVED FLINTLOCK SMOOTHBORE RIFLE. Cal. 54. 48-1/8” part oct bbl. Lockplate is deeply stamped “DREPPERT” in front of the hammer. Top of the bbl is faintly scratched in script “M Fordney”. Fordney appears on the tax list of Lancaster City in 1805 and was a gunsmith until about 1846 when he was murdered by a neighbor. Henry Leman, apprenticed with Fordney. Various Dreppert’s worked in and about Lancaster City in 1787 up to 1846 and beyond. Stock is incised carved behind, on and forward of the wrist on both sides. The forestock also with incise carving. CONDITION: Bbl and lock have an even rust/brown patina. Brass furniture is lighter. Stock in general, very good condition with the exception of a couple of small chips. The small tip of the brass trigger guard is missing. Incised carving is very smooth. 4-56826 (4,000-6,000)

S. MIER KENTUCKY-TYPE RIFLE. Cal. 42. 35-3/4” oct bbl. Marked in script “S. Mier.” on top of the bbl. There is an arrow “H” marking on the lock, which has a very large roller on the frizzen spring. Stock is heavily decorated. Left side of the stock has a raised carved group of fruit with leaves and German silver nails for stems. All of the mounts are German silver and include a duck in sleeping position, a fancy mirror image plate for the sgl lock spring, a fish, and an unidentified inlay around the bbl pins. Patchbox, which is engraved with the name “G. Harden” upside down on the lid, is of the Philadelphia style. It has a release at the bottom. CONDITION: Blue/brown patina on iron parts with light scattered pitting. Mountings have been mostly kept clean. Stock has repairs at the wrist and along the forearm but is still generally good. Mechanically good. 4-56824 X60 (10,000-15,000)

SIGNED SAMUEL BAUM INCISE-CARVED KENTUCKY FLINTLOCK RIFLE. Cal. 52. 41-5/16” oct bbl. Baum was a gunmaker listed in, “Arms Makers of Pennsylvania” by James P. Wisker. An example of his work with a nearly identical patchbox is illustrated on page 40 of this book. His dates are listed as 1789-1840 and is identified as New Berlin, North Umberland Co. gunsmith. Marked “SB” on top of bbl. Light incised carving on left side of stock also a silver crescent inlay on stock with 4-1/2″ rnd silver inlays on forestock and small silver plaque on wrist. Leman lock is at least the second lock on this gun. There is a brass shim around the rear of the lockplate to show where the orig lockplate was. 4-pc brass patchbox has a copper hinge. CONDITION: Smooth brown patina with moderate pitting at the breech. Wood generally good with a series of old worn scrapes on toe by incise carving. Mechanically good. 4-56822 (5,000-8,000)

TALMAGE KENTUCKY-TYPE RIFLE. Cal. 50. 41-3/4” oct bbl. Marked “J. TALMAGE” on top of the bbl. Commercial lock has been reconverted and is the second lock in this rifle. The ramrod is a replacement. Patchbox catch is jammed. CONDITION: Heavy rust/brown patina with light to moderate pitting. Patina on the brass is very light. Stock has cracks and chips as well as some repairs and has been refinished. Front 13” of the left hand side of the stock has been replaced and is non-matching maple. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55727 FS150 (500-750)

KENTUCKY RIFLE ATTRIBUTED TO SIMON LAUCK, LANCASTER, PA & WINCHESTER, VA. Cal. 42. 41” oct bbl. Simon Lauck (1760-1815). He apparently worked in Lancaster County in the latter part of the 18th century. There was a Simon Lauck who joined Daniel Morgan’s riflemen to assist Gen. George Washington during the Revolution which may be the same person. There are no markings on the lock or bbl. Stock is incise carved on both sides. There is an engraved oval silver insert on cheekpiece & scalloped brass decoration below cheekpiece. Elaborate 4-pc patchbox is finely engraved & attached with seven screws. Small oval silver insert on wrist & two acorn shaped engraved silver key escutcheons forward of the lock on either side. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with light pitting overall except where it has been cleaned for the reconversion. Brass has a nice patina. Stock has been broken through the wrist & repaired. Couple of small cracks in the forestock. Lock and trigger work. Catch on patchbox needs to be adjusted. 4-56823 (5,500-7,500)

UNIDENTIFIED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY-TYPE RIFLE. Cal. 50. 43” oct bbl. No markings. Pcs assembled using mostly old parts. European lock appears to function well. Stock is partially shaped in Roman nose style. It has been stamped with a punch with the date “1791 +” on the right side. Sideplate is a plain brass sheet. 2-pc patchbox has light engraving. CONDITION: Gray patina with light to heavy pitting. Reconverted lock has an incorrect top jaw and screw. Lock has been fitted to the wood using plastic wood. Stock has been revarnished. Lock is functional. 4-55290 (500-1,000)

FINE GERMANIC TARGET RIFLE. Cal. 64. 40-5/8” swamped oct bbl. Maker’s cartouche on top of the bbl is a crown over “IOAN / SCH”. It has not been identified, but is probably one of the Anschutz. Rear sight has a standing blade and two folding blades. There is a pivoting hook at the front of the stock. Stock has raised carving in many places but is generally plain. Sliding wooden patchbox cover is inlayed with brass wire. Lockplate is unmarked. There is a hunter’s star inlayed in white and black material on the cheekpiece. Sideplate, trigger guard and buttplate are engraved brass. A knight in armor is engraved on the buttplate. CONDITION: 70% blue on the bbl. Lock is finished bright and has a few scattered specks of light surface rust. Brass has a dark patina except for the tailpipe, which has been kept bright by handling. Deluxe walnut stock has a few minor chips in the carving. Mechanically fine. 4-56447 FS126 (3,000-5,000)

UNMARKED, PROBABLY GERMAN, FLINTLOCK BOAR RIFLE. Cal. 58. NSN. Short heavy boar rifle with 26″ swamped oct bbl that has German silver front sight & 2-leaf 3-position express rear sight with six firing apertures. Bbl has fine engraving on the top three flats at the muzzle & at the breech end of the bbl & the tang is matching engraved. Lockplate & hammer have light border engraving with flourishes of arabesque patterns. It is mounted in an extremely fine tiger striped maple stock with one pin through brass escutcheons and has a carved bone nose cap. It has brass furniture with fine inlaid side plate. Entire bottom of the stock, from the rear of the lockplate forward to the nose pipe is a repoussed brass sheet attached with brass pins. Trigger guard is engraved and has brass finger rest. Buttplate is somewhat plain with a filigree toe plate and comb plate that extends down both sides of the stock. Wooden patch box cover is also covered with brass filigree. Stock has incised carving & decorations the full length of the forestock with light patterns around the top tang and heavier patterns around the deep cheek piece with leaf & vine patterns on the edge of the cheek piece. Area around the patch box is inlaid with a different colored wood and also has incised carved patterns. Bottom of the forestock has two filigreed & faceted brass guides containing, what appears to be, an orig brass tipped ramrod. Altogether a very elaborate & beautiful German hunting rifle. CONDITION: About very good. Metal is a cleaned silver/gray patina turning light brown with some fine light pitting. Stock has hairline cracks on both sides of the bbl channel and before & after the lockplate. There is a crack in the left side panel and overall the stock shows heavy wear. Pin stand is detached from the bottom of the bbl. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with some scattered light pitting in the grooves. 4-55777 JR336 (3,000-6,000)

CLUB BUTT FOWLING PIECE. Cal. 68. 53” part oct bbl. There are no markings visible on this gun. A rear sight slot was patched long ago on the bbl. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Heavy crusty rust overall. Stock has been varnished over dents and cracks and was probably repaired at sometime. Mechanically good. From the Collection of the late Frank S. Ciak, Jr. 4-56830 FS191 (5,000-6,000)

18TH CENTURY HUDSON VALLEY TYPE FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE. Cal. 75. 56” rnd bbl with British proof marks at the rear. Heavy brass furniture, except ramrod pipes which are very thin. CONDITION: Brown patina with rust overall. Wood has repairs. Lock is functional. 4-55173 (2,500-4,500)

DOG LOCK MUSKET. Cal. 15/16”. 45” round bbl with Birmingham proof marks. There are no visible markings on the lock. Dog lock is an early feature as is the lack of a trigger guard. The frizzen has a bridle. There is no buttplate and the letters “JSC” have been carved on the end grain. “·D·B·” on the left side of the buttstock. There is a hole at the rear of the left flat of the stock. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with light to moderate pitting. Minor cracks on the stock, especially at the butt. Mechanically good. 4-56911 FS157 (2,500-3,500)

SMALL “GRICE” FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE. Cal. 62. 41-3/4” part oct bbl. The lock is marked “Grice” vertically at the rear of the lock. “LONDON” is stamped on top of the bbl. There are proof marks on the upper left flat of the bbl including Grice’s private proof. The side plate is the dragon usually found on trade guns, but this has none of the other features, except the nailed buttplate. CONDITION: Brown patina with light to moderate pitting. Stock has been repaired and refinished. Mechanically good. 4-57288 (1,000-2,000)

BERKS COUNTY TYPE FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE. Cal. 52. 52” part oct bbl. Commercial import lock. No marking on the bbl. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with light patina turning to moderate at the breech. Stock has been refinished. From the Collection of the late Frank S. Ciak, Jr. 4-56829 (1,250-1,750)

FLINTLOCK FOWLING PIECE. Cal. 50. 43-3/4” part oct bbl. No markings on the bbl. Late commercial lock. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina with moderate pitting at the breech. Brass has a dark brown patina. Stock has chips at the breech, dents and scratches elsewhere. 4-56848 X79 (1,000-1,500)

ASSEMBLED FLINTLOCK MUSKET/FOWLING PIECE. Cal. 69. 42” rnd bbl with military inspector marks but civilian sights and tang. Roman nosed stock with brass crescent buttplate. No tailpipe. Imported Philadelphia lock. CONDITION: Rust/brown patina overall with heavy pitting at the breech. Stock has some paint splashes but is generally good. Mechanically fine. 4-56428 FS135 (1,000-2,000)

MILSTED FOWLING PIECE. 8 bore. NSN. Fine conversion fowler with 48-3/8” damascus bbl. Marked “MILSTED” on the lockplate, which has been converted from flintlock to percussion using the drum & nipple method. Conversion breech plug is marked “TENTERDEN” and has a wide gold band. Top tang is very nicely engraved with a trophy of arms & flags with other foliate patterns. Other markings are worn away. Rear 1-3/4” of the butt has been spliced with a resulting 14-5/8” pull. Ramrod is also a replacement. CONDITION: Stock retains much of its fine hand worn patina with normal nicks & scratches. Wrist checkering is worn & filled with hand grease. There is a small repair just ahead of the lockplate & the hammer nose is broken away. Mechanics are fine. 4-53758 JR761 (500-1,000)

BERLEUR FLINTLOCK DBL BBL SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 ga. 32-5/16” ribbed bbls. Marked “Berleur” on the right sideplate, “Michel” on the left, and “CANON · DAMASSE · A · LATURQUE” inlayed in gold on the bbl rib. All metal has some engraving. Bbls have 12-½” of engraving at the rear of the bbl and another 2-½” all gold inlay at the front sight. Bbl tang is sculpted with flowers and engraved with vignettes of a swan and another of lightning bolts. Sides of the hammer are engraved with fire breathing dragons. Rear of the right lock has a crouching dog. Left has a barking dog. Trigger guard finial is a fawn holding a tray of vegetables and game. Trigger guard has two dogs attacking a stag. Buttplate tang has a seated animal. Edges of the buttplate are sculpted in flowers, diamonds, and a shell at top and bottom. Fancy wood stock has a very large cheekpiece. Wrist of the stock is carved with scales instead of checkering, ending in a large dragon’s head with ivory eyes. Forearm checkering is also carved in scales. There are eye for swivels but they are missing. Second swan is engraved on the heavily sculpted tailpipe. There is a metal seal on the trigger guard for customs use, certifying that the gun is over 100 years old. Pans are lined with platinum & the touch holes are gold. CONDITION: Retains about 80% of a brown finish on the bbls. Some moderate pitting at the breech. Brown finish is probably redone. Engraving is still sharp. Balance of the metal is finished bright and has scattered light pitting. Wood has minor dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. 4-57031 FS128 (6,500-10,000)

RARE HIGH QUALITY V. LIBEAU AMERICAN MADE FLINTLOCK DBL BBL SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga. NSN. Beautiful flintlock dbl with 27-3/8″ Damascus bbls, smooth concave rib marked “NEW ORLEANS” and has a wide platinum band & narrow gold band at the breech end. Lockplates are narrow & slightly curved with fine foliate engraving and are marked with the maker’s name. Gooseneck hammers are engraved to match. Lockplates have roller frizzens. Top tang and long trigger guard with its pointed finial are engraved to match. Forestock is secured with two wedges through oval German silver escutcheons and it has an engraved German silver nose pipe and a German silver bird dog inlay on the bottom of the stock. Buttplate is smooth steel with a 5″ long, engraved, stepped tang and there is a rectangular shaped German silver thumb plate. Bbls have two iron guides that contain a brass tipped ebony ramrod that is a replacement as it is about 1-1/2″ short. It is mounted in a highly figured 1-pc, walnut stock with checkered straight grip and thin cheekpiece and is 14″ over a steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain dark brown patina overall with some light wear about mid-point. Lockplates, hammers, trigger guard & tangs are a medium blue/brown patina. Wood is sound with a few scattered light dings & handling marks & retains generous amounts of its orig finish. Mechanics are fine, strong bores with light pitting. A fine, rare American made flintlock dbl. 4-55096 (4,500-6,500)

WHEELER & SON TRADE MUSKET. Cal. 60. 36-1/4” part oct bbl. Marked “WHEELER / & SON” at the tail of the lockplate. There is a seated fox at the front of the hammer on the lockplate, and an indistinguishable engraving with an arrow that was possibly a seated fox on the buttplate. The date “1822” is stamped on the bottom of the stock. Two replaced lockplate screws. The ramrod is also a replacement. The lock is functional. CONDITION: Forward part of stock has been replaced and refinished. Gray patina overall. 4-57313 (1,500-2,500)

SCARCE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1818 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL. .69 Cal. 10-7/8” rnd bbl. Marked “SPRING / FIELD / 1818” in three vertical lines at the tail of the lockplate. The normal eagle over “US” appears in front of the hammer. The top of the bbl is also dated 1818 and it carries the standard proof marks. There are two cartouches on the left flat of the stock. The inside of the lockplate is marked “…DALE”; the balance of the marking is under the mainspring. There is a sgl dot assembly mark on the interior part. CONDITION: The mainspring is a replacement. The reconversion is an expert job, barely detectible on the lockplate. The ramrod is also a replacement. Gray/brown patina with light pitting overall. Crack at the upper buttcap screw. Mechanically good. 4-57348 (7,500-8,500)

RARE NORTH MODEL 1813 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal. 72. 9”part oct bbl. Standard North oval marking is partially visible on the lockplate on the front of the hammer. “H.H.P” inspector initials are on the upper right flat of the bbl with “P / US” on the upper left. No inspector cartouche is visible on the stock. CONDITION: The ramrod is a replacement The pistol has been reconverted. Gray patina overall with light pits and signs of cleaning. Mainspring is cracked and has been reinforced inside. 4-57223 (3,000-5,000)

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1818 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal. 70. 11” rnd bbl. Marked “SPRING / FIELD / 1818” in three vertical lines at the tail of the lockplate. There is an eagle over “US” in the center of the lockplate. The bbl is also dated 1818 and has the standard “P” in a sunken cartouche over an eagle head and “V”. “RC” inspector marks at the base of the grip. The left flat of the stock has two cartouches that are only partially readable. The ramrod is a replacement. The lockplate appears to be orig flintlock but the bbl has some welding scale around the touchhole. CONDITION: Brown patina overall with light surface rust with pitting only in the breech area. Stock has been lightly sanded and re oiled. Mechanically fine. 4-57222 FS64 (3,500-4,500)

NORTH MODEL 1813 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal. 71. 8-1/2”rnd bbl. Standard “S. NORTH / BERLIN / CON” vertical markings at the rear of the lockplate. The eagle over “U. STATES” marking is in front of the hammer. The lock is a fair reconversion using some old parts. No cartouche is visible on the wood. CONDITION: Metal surfaces have been cleaned, some pitting remains. Brass has a dark patina. Stock is cleaned with some repairs at the forearm. Mechanically good. 4-57250 FS67 (3,000-4,000)

FRENCH FLINTLOCK PISTOL WITH US SURCHARGE. Cal. 72. 9”rnd bbl. Markings on the lockplate are not readable. There is a large “US” stamp over “75” on the left flat of the stock. There is a large iron rivet through the stock and into the trigger guard holding a repair at the wrist. CONDITION: Rust brown patina overall with moderate pitting. Some markings have been polished away. Stock is solid as repaired. 4-57234 FS71 (3,000-5,000)

NORTH MODEL 1819 MARTIAL PISTOL. Dated 1821 on the lockplate Cal. 54. 10-1/8”rnd bbl. “ET” cartouche on the left side of the stock. Some of the “North” marking on the lockplate was removed during the reconverting process. The metal has been cleaned and spots of plating appear. The ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Mostly gray patina with streaks of plating. Crack in front of the lock. Mechanically good. 4-57226 (1,000-2,000)

IORDAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL. SN 47. Cal .69. 9” rnd bbl marked “IORDAN / 1760” at the tail of the lockplate with the crown over “GR” in front of the hammer. Early London type proof marks on the top of the bbl. Brass furniture is somewhat light for the period. Trigger guard, ramrod tip and pipe are all bent. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with light pitting over all. Brass has a dark patina. Small chips and cracks around the lockplate. Mechanically fine. 4-56887 (2,000-3,000)

JOHNSON MODEL 1836 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL WITH NORTH CAROLINA MARKINGS. Standard markings on the lockplate with the date 1838 underneath. Standard US inspector marks on the bbl with “N.CAROLINA” in front. The cartouches on the left side of the stock are visible but unreadable. Good reconversion. CONDITION: . The rammer assembly is a replacement. Moderate pitting overall. Wood repaired and varnished. Mechanically good. 4-57260 (1,500-2,500)

AN ASSEMBLED FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 72. 9-1/4”rnd bbl with scar over “P” proofmark. The lock appears to be from a rifle but has a US pistol hammer. Brass trigger guard is standard commercial shape & size. The brass sideplate is military style as is the bbl band, which was probably the center band of a musket. The ramrod was roughly whittled to fit. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light to moderate pitting on the bbl light on the lockplate. Mainspring is missing. 4-57281 (500-1,000)

NORTH MODEL 1819 FLINTLOCK MARTIAL PISTOL. Cal. 54. 10” rnd bbl. Dated 1821 at the rear of the lockplate; standard North oval marking in front of the hammer, and inspector marks on the upper left at the bbl. No cartouche is visible. There is polishing around the touch hole. The lock appears to have orig parts but is possibly a reconversion. CONDITION: All metal parts have been cleaned and coated with a dark oil mix. Stock has been lightly sanded and re-oiled. Ramrod is a replacement. Mechanically good. 4-57216 FS68 (1,500-2,500)

FINE JOHNSON MODEL 1836 FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal .54. 8-1/2” rnd bbl marked “US / R. JOHNSON / MIDD N CONN / 1841” on the lockplate, and “U S. / J.H / P” on top of the bbl. There are two very sharp cartouches on the left flap of the stock. “JH” in an oval is the sub inspector and “W.A.T” the chief inspector is at right angles. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bright casehardening colors in front of the hammer on the lockplate, and dark colors on the rear of the lockplate hammer and tang of the bbl. All other parts are bright. Edges of the wood are sharp. There is a partial crack at the front of the lockplate. Mechanically fine. 4-56944 (2,000-3,000)

UNIDENTIFIED FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 76. 9-1/2” part oct bbl. The lockplate is marked “COME” along with other unreadable letters. The stock has been broken at the wrist and repaired with a large lump of rawhide. The trigger guard & front ramrod pipe are broken off and missing. The ramrod front lockplate screw & belt hook are missing. CONDITION: Rust brown patina with moderate rust overall. There is some corrosion in the touch hole. Small stock cracks. Needs parts to function. 4-57261 (400-800)

CASED PAIR OF CONSTABLE TARGET PISTOLS. Cal .70. Marked “R. CONSTABLE. PHILADELPHIA.” on top of each bbl with just the name on the lockplates. Notice that one of the pistols was made wtih saw handle type grip and one with transitional grip. There are British proof marks on the bottom of the bbls. There are engraved initials on the silver ovals on the left side of one of the pistols, “H. L. H”?? Breech plug and bbl tang are finely engraved to match the trigger guard. There is also a silver band around the breech plug. Case is probably American as the green baize covering is not the normal pattern in British case guns. A wooden box has been glued to the baize in the center. It contains a red, leather-covered, three compartment flask that is unmarked and two cap tins. There is also a bullet mold, two cleaning rods, one of which has an over long replacement handle, and two compartments one of which contains cast balls. CONDITION: Gray patina overall with light pitting getting heavier at the muzzle. Wood has normal dings and scratches. Locks are fine. Set triggers require adjustment. That was probably added by Constable, but the grain match on the wood is very good and barely detectable. Initial plate on the unaltered pistol is in the normal position. Case has stains and repairs to the lid and the top panel is loose at the left. Interior is slightly stained the label is only partially readable due to stains. Cased American pairs of pistols are extremely rare. 4-57034 FS44 (8,000-12,000)

PAIR OF MORTIMER DUELING PISTOLS. Cal .58. 10” oct bbl. Both pistols are marked “H.W. MORTIMER LONDON – GUN / MAKER TO HIS MAJESTY“ on top of the bbl. Name only is engraved in script on each lockplate. There is light engraving on the bbl tang and trigger guard. There is a safety behind the hammer on each pistol. Butt is carved with fifteen, pie-shaped segments. Touchholes have platinum liners. Bbls have been re-browned with slight rounding to the edges. Other parts are orig except for the ramrods, which are replacement. CONDITION: Retains about half of the refinish Damascus pattern. Trigger guards both have moderate pitting. Other metal parts are fine. Wood has sharp checkering but some rounding to the edges caused by refinishing. Mechanically fine. 4-57081 FS34 (3,000-5,000)

UNIDENTIFIED KENTUCKY STYLE PISTOL. Cal .50. 8-5/16” oct bbl. Maple stock. Iron furniture suggests a southern origin for this pistol but there are no marks on the bbl and only commercial import marks on the lockplate. Front mounting screw on lock is plugged. Lock fits the mortise well and appears to be orig flintlock although the hammer is too long. There is a brass button with the number “88” on the left side of the stock. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina on all fittings with light surface rust and pitting. Stock with some old repairs but the finish appears to be old. 4-56833 (3,000-5,000)

EARLY POTTSDAM FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 69. 14-1/2”rnd bbl. Marked “POTZDAMMAGAZ” in one line running from under the hammer to under the frizzen spring. There are more letters on the bevel of the lock but only the last “D” is readable. The thumb piece has the crown over “FW” cipher of Fredrick the Great. Heavy brass furniture. The forearm appears to have been built or repaired in two pieces. CONDITION: Bbl has been cleaned & polished. Lock is a gray patina with light pitting overall. Brass furniture has a mellow to dark patina at the rear somewhat lighter on the forearm. Right tang of the buttplate has broken loose with brass pins used to reattach it. Ramrod is a replacement. Mechanically good. 4-57277 FS73 (3,000-4,000)

BUMFORD FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal. 60. 12” stepped rnd bbl. Very early, rnded, banana-shaped lockplate with no bridle for the frizzen. Early London proof marks on top of the bbl with Bumford’s fleur-de-lis over “IB”. Brass furniture is lightly engraved with animal heads on the thumb piece and butt cap. Ramrod is a replacement. CONDITION: Generally good with gray/brown patina mixed with light pitting on the iron parts & mellow patina on the brass. Butt cap is heavily worn on the sides and the design is no longer visible. Stock has been re varnished with considerable wear on the forearm but no repairs are visible. Mechanically needs work. 4-56924 FS32 (2,500-3,500)

FINE A. P. WHITE COPY OF AN EXHIBITION FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY PRESENTATION PISTOL. Cal .34. 10-1/2” oct bbl. Marked “PW” on both bbls and lockplate, although the “W” on the lockplate is under the frizzen spring. The stock is inlaid with engraved brass furniture. Silver shield is engraved “TO / FATHER / JULY 12. 1797 / JOHN / WILLIAM / PAUL / BEN”. CONDITION: Bbl has an even blue/brown patina with light pitting. Lockplate is bright but there is some light surface rust on the hammer and frizzen. Frizzen face is unmarred. Stock has some wear spots scattered irregularly to simulate age. Mechanically fine. 4-56828 (4,000-6,000)

UNIDENTIFIED BRITISH FLINTLOCK PISTOL. Cal .60. 10” rnd bbl. London proof marks on the bbl with a partially readable private proof “PK” engraved on the lock. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with moderate to heavy pitting overall. Stock has been shattered Trigger guard is broken in two, glued together and now consists of about half plastic wood. Mechanically needs work. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55741 FS46 (150-250)

LOT OF THREE FLINTLOCK PISTOLS. 1) Unmarked continental pistol. Cal .62. 8-½” oct bbl. Iron mounted with no markings. CONDITION: Gray/brown patina with light to moderate pitting. Ramrod is replacement and the mounts are loose. Large chips of wood missing around the butt cap smaller ones on the forearm and around the lock. Mechanically fine. 2) Archer Travelers pistol. Cal .62. 8-1/4“ rnd bbl. Ramrod and hammer are replaced CONDITION: Heavy brown patina overall with dark patina on the brass. Stock has been cracked and repaired through the wrist. Chips and slivers still needing repair. Mechanically needs parts. 3) Unidentified continental pistol Cal .73. Bbl has been shortened to 8” and the screw attaching the forearm to the bbl is drilled into the bore. Hammer is an oversized replacement. Ramrod is missing. CONDITION: Poor with heavy rust on the bbl and lock. Cracks on the stock. 4-56849 FS35 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 3 POWDER HORNS. (1) Priming horn cut down to 6-1/2” horn dated “June 15, 1804” with 2-headed eagle with crown, vines, ships, and buildings (Independence Hall??). Generally good condition with one chipped & cracked area at the base. (2) 14” horn with nearly identical scrimshaw work, dated “May 12, 1803”. Dbl headed eagle with crwon. Miscellaneous quotes are of the same design. Mermaid is the same shape & unicorn with shield is the same except for the teeth. Decoration & chipped carving around the neck is also identical. Carrying strap staple is copper. (3) 17” earlyleather covered master horn. Hair-on leather has been stitched together around one side & around the bottom. Carrying strap is broken & attached with copper wire. Spout is missing. Pc of leather missing at stopper. CONDITION: Shows considerable age. 4-57094 X147 (1,000-2,000)

MAGNIFICENT & HISTORIC KING GEORGE’S WAR PERIOD POWDER HORN INSCRIBED TO LIEUT. JOHN BRIDGE, POSSIBLY USED AT LEXINGTON & CONCORD. One of the most important early North American powder horns to be offered to the public through auction in many years. This large horn measures 15-1/2″ overall with a domed walnut plug measuring 3-3/4″ in diameter. Includes features of both the King George’s War school & the early Lake George School of engraving. Decorations are similar to the same carver as the William Smith horn & the David Fletcher horn, both photographed on pages 73 & 74 of Drums A’ Beating, Trumpets Sounding. Spout of the horn is carved with a zigzag decoration, below which there is a ring with chipped carving. Body of the horn begins with a scalloped edge, decorated with a ring of crosshatched quatrefoils, below which there is a wide band of stylized floral engraving. Body of the horn has a large rectangular cartouche measuring approx. 7-1/2″ long x 1-1/2″ wide, in which the owner is named as “Lieut. Iohn Bridge” (John Bridge). Immediately below, in another rectangular panel, is carved “Chegnecto Augt 1t 1755.” There are 9 other cartouches carved on the body of the horn with the same stylized floral engraving as the band above surrounding them. Within the cartouches are carved a bird, fish, unicorn, fox, goose, sheep & calf, mermaid, a small flintlock musket, and a large panel depicting the Duke of Cumberland on horseback with his hand raised in the air. Above the name panel is a narrow rectangular band carved with the head of an old man with his locks flowing into a trail of scrollwork with stylized flowers. Walnut plug is dome shaped, rising about 3/4″ higher than the edge of the horn and is secured by 10 handcut iron nails. The file accompanying this horn contains notes & a good deal of research & information on John Bridge. King George’s War is a little known action which involved the British attempt to drive the French out of their fortifications on the Isthmus of Chignecto as a part of a 4-pronged expedition into Nova Scotia in 1755. One thousand men from Massachusetts Bay were a part of this expedition, having aid from New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, & New York. French Privateers were preying on New England fisherman working the Grand Banks for years prior. This action was the most successful of the 4-pronged attack & spurred the idea of a necessity for political union of the English-American colonies in Charles Mahaffie, Jr.’s book, A Land of Discord Always, Acadia From its Beginning to the Expulsion of its People 1604-1755. He indicates that it was decided in the year 1755 that the presence of such a large population of French settlers north of the colonies presented danger to King George’s holdings. It was further decided to disband these French settlers & transport them south to the various colonies. In doing so King George would enjoy an increase in the population of his colonies while at the same time disbursing these French peoples so they could no longer pose any threat as a serious union. Resulting action in 1755 was extremely successful & thousands of French, known as Arcadians, were removed from Nova Scotia and sent to various colonies. In fact, the population in Louisiana now known as Cajuns, originated from this action. In 1755 Col. John Winslow was sent with four companies of Americans & charged with de-populating Nova Scotia and destroying Grand Pre & the farms around it. In the book, Journal of Col. John Winslow of the Provincial Troops in the Autumn of The Year 1755, he mentions a Lieutenant commission being received for Mr. Bridge. Also in the Nova Scotia Historical Society, under which is believed to be the diary of John Thomas, there is a mention also of a commission, not dated, for Mr. Bridge. John Bridge’s father was Ebeneezer Bridge, born about 1700, and his mother was Mary Roberts, born around the same time. They were wedded by Rev. Cotton Mather. John Bridge was born in 1723 and later died in 1794. He became a very successful silversmith & he and others of his brothers were participants in the Revolutionary War. His brother, Rev. Ebeneezer Bridge, was a famous minister in Chelmsford, Mass. and in Rev. Ebeneezer’s diary there are recorded certain notations regarding brother John who was the same lietenant having owned this horn. In one instance in his diary, dated April 26, 1755, Ebeneezer states, “Boston. Took leave of brother John going on the expedition to Nova Scotia.” Later in his diary on July 26, 1757 Rev. Ebeneezer also writes “My brother, John Bridge, arrived here on his way from Lake George, he being one that was taken by the French and stripped by the Indians, when Fort William Henry was taken from us”. Rev. Ebeneezer is referring to an incident, which took place after the fall of the fort. While surrounded by the Indians, the captives were ordered to take off their cloths and give them to the Indians, who in turn began to fight over the cloths. The captives then began taking their cloths off and throwing them in all directions. While the Indians ran after them and fought over them, most of the captives were able to escape, including Bridge. Lt. John Bridge is not listed in the Army lists and it is well known that the officers in the provincial units in most cases were not mentioned. However although he & many others were left out of the official Army lists, Rev. Ebeneezer’s diary conclusively proves that he was most certainly there. Of further note & of tremendous interest are the facts that a number of more than one John Bridge participated in the Revolutionary War. In fact there is a John Bridge, registered as one of the immortal 77, who stood by Capt. John Parker at Lexington & Concord on that very first fateful event which precipitated the initiation of the Revolutionary War. In spite of considerable research on our behalf & the discovery of various Bridges who participated in the Revolutionary War, including a certain John Bridge, who was with Capt. John Parker, we cannot conclusively prove that this same Lt. John Bridge is the one & the same with Capt. Parker. If in fact a further extended research can prove this fact it most certainly will enhance the value of this extraordinary powder horn greatly. A fantastic & historic opportunity to own a wonderfully inscribed & embellished military horn from the King George’s War/French & Indian War that is in outstanding condition. Additional research should reveal more details about John Bridge’s service and could be of even more extraordinary interest. CONDITION: Excellent. Body of the horn has a beautiful mottled honey brown age patina. Carvings are deep & undisturbed. Only 1/3 of the decorative ring around the spout remains. Approx. 1/4″ of the horn was trimmed at the back end and the plug is a period replacement or the orig but moved. 4-57127 (17,500-27,500)

LARGE SCRIMSHAWED POWDER HORN. The 13” horn has a turned and chipped ring at the spout, which is turned in an oct. shape. The scrimshaw includes geometric designs, trees, animals, boats, initials, and the dates 1776-1837. CONDITION: One major crack at the bottom with other lighter cracks. Strap nail in the plug is mostly gone. Light chipping at the turn plug with some repair. 4-57321 FS101 (300-500)

FINE 18TH CENTURY FORT OSWAGO SCRIMSHAW POWDER HORN. 12-3/4” long with turned mouth and 2 turned rings on the neck. It is marked “T. Wakefield/1760” towards the bottom, but above a hunter shooting at a deer. The “town” and harbor are identified as “Oswago/1757” also includes outline of Ft Oswago as well as various buildings. Two-headed eagle, mermaids, Indians, etc are decorated with short lines, looking like fur. Thomas Wakefield was in the New York state census in 1800 (see pg. 288:5 reel OTSG court) CONDITION: Chipping at the bottom with some cracks at the plug pins. 4-55174 (2,000-4,000)

ANTLER POWDER FLASK. The surfaces have been mostly polished smooth with some compass decoration on one side. Iron mounting rings, the stopper is missing. CONDITION: Shows heavy wear on the back end, sharp edges. Still complete. 4-57308 FS95 (400-500)

IMPORTANT INSCRIBED SWORD, UNIFORM ITEMS, IMAGES, AND PERSONAL MEMORABILIA OF COLONEL JOHN B. BATCHELDER, HISTORIAN OF THE GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD. This significant lot of material is all directly related to John B. Batchelder, whose life was devoted to the study, survey, and documentation of the Battle of Gettysburg and the topographical features on the battlefield and the surrounding countryside. His sword is a French Infantry Foot Officer’s sword marked “Horstmann/Bros. & Co./New York” on the ricasso with a 32” curved, sgl-edged blade, having etched designs over 40% of its surface. The etching includes scrollwork, floral embellishments, and stands of military flags and trophies. The opposite side of the ricasso is marked “K & C” within a trapezoidal cartouche. The cast brass hilt is of two-branch design with floral castings on the quillon, the branch terminus, and in the center of the knuckle bow. The pommel cap is of cast brass with a deeply engraved laurel leaf decoration. The grip is of wood covered in leather with dbl strand twisted brass wire. The scabbard is of steel, having two carrying rings with a silver oval presentation plaque mounted between the top and middle scabbard mounts. The plaque is engraved, “Presented to/Prof. J.B. Batchelder,/by the friends of the/Penna. Military Institute,/Reading July 4th 1851”. CONDITION: Very good. Blade is bright, etching is frosty with light areas of surface staining. Hilt is fine. Grip is good with slight wear to the high spots. Scabbard is bright, undented, with minor surface rust scattered throughout the body. Attached to the sword is a gold wire officer’s sword knot in very good condition. 2) Batchelder’s uniform frock coat dating between 1875-1885 is a part of this lot. A custom made, non-regulation military style frock coat, dbl-breasted, being made of dark blue wool broad cloth with a standing collar measuring 1-1/2” high at the front and 2” high in the rear. The front is in cut-away style with a sgl buttonhole on the left side. The short tailed Chausseur type jacket has two U-shaped exterior pockets sewn from the bottom hem and rising about 6” high on each side. There are two rows of 7 buttons each, which are 3-pc brass buttons with a lined background and the intertwined fancy letters “BSR”. They are back marked “Scovill Mf’g Co./Waterbury”. The sleeves are constructed in 2-pcs, each having two looped strips of 1/4” gold braid rising from the cuff 4” and returning with a cuff sized button mounted at the top of each loop. Three small buttons are mounted on the cuff adjacent. On each shoulder are mounted a non-regulation stylized Russian-type shoulder knot being made of two strands of thick gold roping, having a third strand which surrounds an oval shaped pillow with a blue center and an embroidered numeral “1” in the center of each. The shoulder knots are terminated at the collar with a cuff-sized eagle “I” button. The knots are sewn to the uniform shoulders. The entire jacket is unlined. Also included is the orig. fiber-board box that contained Batchelder’s epaulettes.. It is inscribed on the bottom in old ink “”worn by J. D. Batchelder Reading, Pennsylvania on Governor’s staff of Governor of Pennsylvania”. CONDITION: Very good. Scattered mothing, particularly on the backside of the jacket with a couple of holes on the front right side. An interesting non-regulation, perhaps military school, uniform coat. 3) Batchelder’s kepi is included. In relic condition, the body being made of dark blue wool dating from the same period of the jacket. The front rises approx. 2-1/2”, the back about 5-1/2”, and the crown 4-1/2” in diameter. A sgl line of dark green braid is present on the band of the kepi and running up the front, back, and each side. There is a sgl line forming a circle on the top of the crown and a sgl line of twisted braid forming a quatrefoil on top. Attached to the front is a silver wire braid embroidered wreath surrounding the Old English letters “B.L.S”. There is a tarred leather chinstrap with two cuff-sized buttons, 2-pc variety having a lined background and the letters “BSR”. The visor is missing. The interior is lined in dark green polished cotton with a drawstring and a tarred canvas crown. A tarred canvas rain cover is folded inside but stuck to the crown of the kepi and there is a 1-1/4” leather sweatband. CONDITION: Poor. Tattered, moth eaten. Sweatband is loose. One of the chinstrap buttons is separated but accompanies the lot. Visor is missing. 4) Accompanying the kepi is a boxed pom-pom having a cream-colored rnd wool pom-pom mounted on a brass wire having a gold oval ball and a gilt embroidered “Jeff Davis” eagle hat badge affixed. Pom-pom is accompanied by its orig teardrop shaped pasteboard box covered in black paper with a light blue edge and a white spattered decoration. Printed paper label on the front reads “I U.S. POMPOM/with Gold Ring & Eagle-“ (and handwritten) “Aid/de/Camp”. Accompanying are a pair of full dress regulation epaulets for a field grade officer being made of gilt wire cloth, rolled gilt braid terminating in two convex gold-plated brass crescents. Fringes of medium width. Each epaulet has a Civil War period cuff-sized eagle “R” button. The undersides are lined in bright yellow silk and to each button is tied a brown cotton tape on the bottom side for attachment. In old ink written on the undersides is “John B. Batchelder/Reading Military Inst. Principal, _____ Penn.” with a similar, but mostly indiscernible, legend on the other epaulet. CONDITION: Very good. Epaulets show light wear with minor fraying to the undersides. 5) Pair of Lt. Col.’s shoulder straps. A pr being embroidered on a rectangular pc of unbleached cotton with dark blue wool top and a light blue paper backing. Sgl gilt wire border enclosing a pr of silver oak leaves on each. CONDITION: Fair. Paper undersides are intact. Each end of the rectangle has evidence of old stitching. Blue background of each is heavily moth eaten. 6) Belgian pin fire revolver, about 7mm, having a 6” rnd bbl with cartridge ejector mounted on the right side. Iron frame, trigger guard, and back strap all heavily engraved with scrolls and a floral decoration. The cylinder is engraved with scrollwork. 2-pc grips of walnut heavily checkered. A dbl action pin fire revolver which is completely unmarked but likely of Belgian manufacture. CONDITION: Very good. Traces of orig blue exist behind the recoil shield. Remainder of the gun is uncleaned with a dark plum/brown patina. 7) Letters and photographs. There are 7 small orig photographs of Batchelder in uniform in two different poses. The photographs were taken , around 1875, one view shows him in a military frock coat (similar to, but not the one included in this lot) and wearing the kepi, which is included in this lot. There are two photographs, probably taken on the same day, showing Batchelder in the same coat, but without wearing the kepi. Two of the latter exist, one cut and two in oval. Five of the others exist, one in a frame. There is a large framed photograph of a group of officers, all in full dress uniform with belts and swords, one row seated, one row standing, presumably from the Pennsylvania Military Institute. Batchelder is pictured in the standing row, third from the right. They all wear dbl-breasted, officer’s frock coats, generally conforming the 1872 pattern with shoulder knots. Belts, sashes, a variety of swords, most of non-regulation style, rest in their laps. And they all are holding their kepis, which are identical to the one included with this lot. A large format albumen, the image measures 13-1/4” x 7”. It appears to be in its original frame with wide line decorated mat, however the antique frame has been re-backed. There is a large and important albumen photograph by Tipton of Gettysburg, PA, illustrating a group of ladies and gentlemen in Devil’s Den. On the lower right hand corner, the photograph is titled “R.I. Exc. Devil’s Den./Oct 14th ’86”. A label on the back states that this is a photograph of Elisha Hunt Rhodes and Gettysburg Historian J.B. Batchelder at Devil’s Den, 1886. Photograph measures 17” x 14” and the image size is 15-1/2” x 12-3/4”. All of the sitters wear ribbons and/or veterans badges. The rocks in the background are decorated with graffiti. CONDITION: Small portraits of Batchelder are all very good. One has been trimmed to an oval. Group photograph is in superb condition. Devil’s Den image is very good with one light water stain to the mat in the upper right hand corner. 8) Framed state military commission, partially printed document having PA. state seal. The commission reads “To John B. Batchelder of the County of Bucks Esquire:/Sends greeting: Reposing Especial trust and confidence, in your zeal, Valor, patriotism, and fidelity I have appointed you the said John B. Batchelder, to be one of my Aids-de-Camp with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Militia of this Commonwealth…”. The certificate is signed by Gov. William F. Johnston and A.L. Russell, Secretary of the Commonwealth, and is dated September 4, 1851. CONDITION: Excellent. In an old period frame which has been re-backed. 9) Three letters, first dated October 1849 from Pembroke. Three pages from Batchelder to his sister, he speaks of the end of the school year and an exhibition, inviting his sister to attend, along with other personal news, signed “Yours Truly, B” in very fancy script, below which he has penned a flying fanciful bird holding a letter in its beak. Second letter, dated March 1852 Pembroke from Batchelder to “Lizzie”, 4-pgs of romantic poetry signed “From your devoted lover, B”. Third is an artistically penned card to “Miss Meribal Philbrick with the kind regards of your friend, J.B. Batchelder, Nottingham, NH August 26, 1879”. All done in very fancy and artistic penmanship with a three line poem, at the bottom signed “Mrs. Lizzie B. Batchelder”. The group also includes a wood framed heavy glass mirror measuring 5” x 3-1/2” with an old handwritten tag on the reverse “shaving mirror used by John B. Batchelder during the Civil War with the Army of the Potomac and at Gettysburg 1864-5.” Small notebook, leather and brass bound with a closing clasp and its original pencil titled “Noticeable Things” by (signed) John B. Batchelder. The little booklet has a series of very small notes, drawings, and watercolors depicting interesting subjects. One depicts a window flowerpot from the Chicago Exposition, 1878, another a billiard table, flower stand. The booklet includes a few pencil sketches, some notes, and is approx. half full. The little sketchbook measures 2-1/4” x 3-1/2”. CONDITION: Letters are very good. Mirror shows a great deal of use. Sketchbook is very nice, edges are worn on the outside. 10) Finally, the group includes a copy of the color lithograph completed by Batchelder and published in 1863, titled “Gettysburg Battle-field.” The lithograph 28” x 39” and shows a birds eye panoramic view of the battlefield of Gettysburg looking north from the Baltimore Turnpike. Facsimile signatures of Gens. Mead, Dblday, Newton, Hancock, Birney, and others all attest to the accuracy of the presentation. CONDITION: Fair. Image is foxed and stained, particularly around the borders. Fracture through the image measuring the entire height of the print about 11” from the right margin. 11) Copy of battle reports of Gen. John Gibbons and his subordinate commanders – “The Battle of Gettysburg, July 1-July 3, 1863”.

John B. Batchelder, an instructor and later principal at the Pennsylvania Military Institute and with an intense interest and talent in art, geography, topography, and military history, never served in US Volunteer or Federal Forces during the Civil War, but rose to become one of the most significant and influential 19th C. military historians whose interpretations of the Battle of Gettysburg are studied to this day. Batchelder was born in September 1825 in Gilmanton, NH and by the 1850’s, was commissioned to paint various views in NJ, PA, NH, and NY City. From 1863-1865, he was listed as a print publisher in Boston and completed an oil painting “The Death of Lincoln,” now in the collection of Brown University. He died at Hyde Park, MA. on December 22, 1894. A copy of an undated broadside advertisement for “Batchelder’s School of Design” lists his curriculum as “practical geometry, mensuration, mechanical and architectural drafting, the principles of shades and shadows, sketching from nature, using pencil crayon, India ink and sepia, and drawing”. Immediately following the conflict of Gettysburg, he started from home for the scene of the battle and spent nearly 90 days carefully surveying and sketching its territory across a 10-sq mile area. He also collected oral histories from participants and followed inquiries from both sides of the conflict for years after the war had ended. His obituary states “Colonel Batchelder knew more about the Battle of Gettysburg than any other man ever knew about any great battle that was ever fought”. Batchelder served as the most high profile and capable battlefield guide when dignitaries, veterans, and generals returned to the scene. Batchelder escorted Maj. Gen. Windfield Scott Hancock, veteran commander of the Army of the Potomac’s Second Army Corps. on his last tour of the Gettysburg battlefield on November 19 and 20, 1885. In 1880, the United States Congress appropriated $50,000 for one man to write a history of a sgl Civil War battle- Gettysburg. That congressional appropriation was a remarkable endorsement, particularly in light of the fact that many Civil War veterans controlled Congress during those years, many of them heroes of Gettysburg from both sides. In its day, and even now, this was a hefty sum to bestow on the artistic and literary work of one individual. Even more remarkable was that this prize was given to Batchelder, who was not a veteran of the Civil War, or even of the US Military. They chose a man who was not present at the battle and had never before produced a sgl historical work. Nevertheless, Batchelder’s expertise, artistic and historical talents had made such a profound impression on the nation that he was given this commission. His writings and his remarkably done landscapes of the battlefield have had a lasting effect on this historic battle. He is responsible for the placement of many monuments, the labeling of many sites on the battlefield, including the High Water Mark, an area of exhibition that he virtually created. He also documented many of the accounts of the battle passed to him from veterans of both north and south. Batchelder may well be the most influential historian of a sgl battle in world military history. This significant group of uniform, documentary, and personal objects are of great importance to the story of how all America has perceived this pivotal battle of the American Civil War. 4-57389, 4-57367 CW105 (10,000-15,000)

EXCELLENT AND RARE CIVIL WAR GROUPING IDENTIFIED TO PRIVATE O.W. BARTLETT COMPANY B, 1ST MAINE CAVALRY. The 1st Maine Cavalry was one of the hardest fought units of the entire Civil War and lost the greatest number of soldiers killed in action of any cavalry regiment in the entire army. 1) This wonderful identified group begins with a cased quarter-plate ambrotype of Private O.W. Bartlett, a full-standing view in uniform wearing a kepi with crossed saber insignia, cavalry uniform short jacket with brass shoulder scales, sword belt and plate with shoulder strap illustrating Private Bartlett’s hands resting on the pommel of his US Model 1860 cavalry saber. The image is cased in an embossed paperboard case with blue velvet interior. Pinned inside the case is Bartlett’s silver identification badge, a jeweler made pin, being a shield surmounted by two cut out crossed sabers. Within the shield is hand engraved “O.W./Bartlett/Co. B/1st Me. Cav.” within a narrow border and with a few engraved flourishes. CONDITION: Image is very fine. An artist has touched it with gold. Border shows some cloudiness. Pin is excellent with slight flexing to the saber blades. 2) Bartlett’s pattern 1858 smooth side canteen with pewter spout, cork stopper, and chain. The canteen is covered in brown wool and is stenciled in large white letters “O.W.B./1st/Co. H.” Remnants of its orig cloth strap remain. CONDITION: Very good. Cloth on left side of covering is heavily worn. Strap is in 3-pcs with some losses. Stenciling is aged and faded, but readable. 3) Finally, Bartlett’s US Model 1860 Cavalry saber, manufactured by Mansfield & Lamb/Forestdale, R.I. and is so marked within an oval cartouche on the ricasso. On the opposite ricasso is “U.S./J.M./1864.” The saber is regulation model, having a 35” curved sgl-edged blade with primary and secondary fullers. The hilt is of cast brass with a three-branch counterguard and a cast brass pommel. The grip is of wood covered with leather and wrapped with twisted brass wire. The scabbard is of steel. CONDITION: Very good. Hilt is lightly bent. Scabbard has light surface pitting and a medium gray patina. Scabbard has a dark plum/brown patina with numerous dents towards the drag and one small dent between the two sword hangers. Also included are discharge papers for Orrin W. Bartlett, at the time a sergeant, dated August 1, 1865. A copy of Bartlett’s biography indicates that he enlised at East Stonham, Oxford County, Maine on February 20, 1864. He participated in a great number of engagements until the very end of the war and was always with his men and “Bore a gallant part of all the engagements”. The 1st Maine Cavalry was organized and mustered in Augusta, Maine November 5, 1861. In March 1862, it moved to Harper’s Ferry and then to the Shenandoah Valley and was engaged at Woodstock, Strasburg, Middletown, Winchester, and Williamsport. The unit fought at Brandy Station, Cedar Mountain, Rappahannock, Thoroughfare Gap, Bull Run, Chantilly, South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Stoneman’s Raid, Kelly’s Ford, Gettysburg, Culpeper, Mine Run, Front Royal, Richmond, Wilderness, Sheridan’s Raid, Yellow Tavern, Cold Harbor, Trevillian Station, Petersburg, New Market, Malvern Hill, Deep Run, Ream’s Station, Hatcher’s Run, Appomattox Courthouse for the surrender of Lee and his army. And this is, by no means, an exhaustive list. During its service, the regiment lost 15 officers, 159 enlisted men killed or mortally wounded in battle, with three officers and 341 enlisted men dying of disease for a total loss of 518 men. A marvelous opportunity to own a tight group of Civil War material from a cavalry trooper who served in a well-fought Maine unit. 4-57189 CW43 (4,000-6,000)

LOT OF CIVIL WAR MILITARY LEATHER ACCOUTREMENTS. 1) Two Civil War buff leather enlisted man’s waist belts with brass keepers. Both are dyed black on the exterior and the buff color remains on the interior. Neither contains a waist belt plate. CONDITION: Very good. 2) Percussion cap box. Front cover is stamped “R. White/U.S./Ord. Dept./Sub Inspector” within an oval. The inner flap is stamped “S.H. Young/& Co./Newark/N.J.” with orig wool and pick on the interior, two belt loops on the reverse. CONDITION: Probably unused but has suffered from storage and handling. Leather has flaked off storage tab and off belt loops. 3) Percussion cap box. Identical to previous with remnants of the subinspector stamp. Same maker with orig wool and pick and percussion caps inside. CONDITION: Fair. Surface leather is almost all flaked from the front cover. One belt loop is broken. 4) Colt pistol cartridge box made of brown leather. Stamped on there reverse is “E. Gaylord/Chicopee/Mass.” Standard 44 Cal. cartridge box. CONDITION: Fair. Flap corners are flexed. Closing tab is broken. Belt loops are broken. 5) Civil War holster for Colt army revolver. CONDITION: Fair. Leather is heavily flaked. Closing tab is missing. Belt loop is heavily worn. Seams are open. 6) US Model 1855 58 Cal. cartridge box and shoulder sling. An unmarked example complete with its orig tins and oval US box plate mounted on front flap. With shoulder strap and circular eagle breastplate. CONDITION: Cartridge box is good, lightly flaked front cover. Shoulder strap is poor, heavily flaked, and in 2-pc. 7) US Model 1863 58 Cal. cartridge box with embossed “US” within an oval on the front flap. The lower left hand corner is stamped “R.White/U.S./Ord Dept./Sub Inspector.” Complete with orig tins. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is lightly scuffed on edges, closing tab is flexed. Box is mildewed. 8) Civil War carbine sling buckle. Standard steel, spring loaded clip swivel. Unmarked. CONDITION: Excellent. 9) Lot of 9 orig 58 Cal. paper wrapped cartridges. CONDITION: Very good. One or two are leaking powder slightly. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55144-2 CW34 (1,000-1,500)

LOT OF INDIAN WAR PERIOD ACCOUTREMENTS. 1) Indian war period canvas covered canteen. Face is stenciled “E/14/31” complete with orig leather carrying strap. CONDITION: Very good. 2) Three 1884 leather carbine boots, one marked “Rock Island Arsenal.” CONDITION: Marked example is in very good condition with surface scuffing and flexing to straps. Second example is dirty and moldy with much surface flaking. Third example has separated stitching on the back. 3) McKeever cartridge pouch with oval stamped brass New Jersey box plate. CONDITION: Fair. Dirty, scuffed, and closing strap is missing. 4) Black leather army holster marked “Rock Island Arsenal” embossed with “U.S.” in an oval. CONDITION: Very good. Closing strap is flexed. Surfaces are scuffed. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55144-1 CW33 (400-500)

LOT OF 19TH CENTURY TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY SLINGS AND BELTS. This lot of miscellaneous leather accoutrements consists of one Civil War 58 Cal. rifled musket leather sling, unmarked. CONDITION: Very good. 2) One Springfield Model 1903 rifle sling made by Hoyt, dated 1918. CONDITION: Good. 3) Three commercial brown leather slings for 1903 Springfield and 1917 Enfield. CONDITION: Fair to good. 4) One Indian war period shoulder belt with clipped corner sheet brass buckle. CONDITION: Fair. 5) One Indian war period leather sword belt with gold braid applied to the exterior and Model 1851 eagle belt plate. CONDITION: Good with repairs. Pierre Renaud Collection 4-55144 CW32 (200-300)

FRAMED GROUP OF CIVIL WAR MATERIAL. The grouping consists of a Colt 1860 Army revolver (SN 114881) with holster and bullet mold for same, a sword hilt and a US buckle. A copy of a studio photo of a soldier with a Sharps rifle remains in the frame and a copy of something with the Rampant Colt has been torn off with only the corner fragments remaining. CONDITION: Colt, with all visible numbers matching, is complete and working but is lightly pitted overall. Holster has no visible markings. Bullet mold is proper for the gun and has strong traces of finish remaining. Sword hilt and buckle appear to be excavated. Blade was broken about an inch from the hilt. Wrap is missing from the grip. Guard is bent and has a very dark patina. 4-57102 FS249 (1,000-1,500)

WONDERFUL FOLK ART INLAID PATRIOTIC VIOLIN AND CASE. A mid-19th C. violin measuring 24-1/2” overall with the body measuring 8” across at its widest point, fashioned of fancy tiger striped maple and ebony. Of standard form having two opposing “S”-shaped piercings or sounders in the face. The body has a very narrow satin wood sgl line inlay around the entire border. The neck, facing, harp, and keys are fashioned of ebony. The sides and back of the violin are faced in maple with bright and strong tiger-striped grain. At the top in an oval cartouche is an inlaid conch shell of satin wood, mahogany, and tinted maple. At the bottom of the back within a large four-lobed cartouche measuring 5-1/2” x 3-1/2” is a marvelous flying eagle inlaid in satin wood on mahogany with light incised carving. In the eagle’s beak is a long ribbon bearing the motto “E. Pluribus Unum”. In one talon, the eagle holds the staff of a flying American flag surmounted by a liberty cap. Inside the body of the violin is written in pencil “Made by C.S. Wormwood/Brookfield PA 1861”. The case, which appears to be custom wood and to be orig. and consistent with the period of the violin, is of soft wood in coffin form with a raised central ridge on the top. It measures 30” x 9” at its widest point. The exterior is painted in black with an applied brass bale handle and two brass hooks. The interior is lined in wallpaper having a stick and leaf design in red and brown. There is a cloth retainer for the mahogany bow, which is included. The lower body of the case is lined in red velvet. CONDITION: Very good. Violin body shows much wear, but is still quite well preserved, in particular aside from a few nicks and scratches, the inlays on the reverse are superb. Front of the violin is missing its orig bridge. Most of the orig paint is retained on its case. Interior wallpaper and velvet is well worn. 4-57395 CW109 (800-1,200)

ASSEMBLED CIVIL WAR OFFICER’S UNIFORM INCLUDES. 1) CIVIL WAR PERIOD HIGH GRADE OFFICER’S KEPI. Wonderful example of a high grade field officer’s Civil War kepi being made of dark blue wool rising 2-1/2” at the front and 6-1/4” at the rear with an unbound, tarred leather visor and tarred leather chin strap with small sheet brass adjusting buckle. Two Civil War period general staff cuff sized eagle buttons secure the chinstrap. Exterior of the cap is adorned with five narrow strands of greenish black braid at the base of the kepi with four narrow strands of braid rising from the base at the back, the front, and both sides of the kepi to the crown. Crown, which measure 4-1/2” in diameter, is adorned with 4 intertwined strands of braid forming an intricate quatrefoil. A sgl strand of braid circumscribes the crown. Interior of the kepi is lined with a medium to dark brown polished cotton. Crown is unmarked, fashioned of tarred leather and there is a 1-1/2” tall sweatband with a lightly tooled decoration at the base of the interior. CONDITION: Excellent. One or two tiny moth holes are found in the body of the kepi. Crown is dusty from storage. There is a slight indication that an embroidered officer’s insignia may have, at one time, been present on the front of this hat. Interior lining is intact but separated in the rear. Sweatband is excellent. 2) FINE CIVIL WAR INFANTRY CAPTAIN’S UNIFORM FROCK COAT. Finely made, foot officer’s grade, uniform frock coat of excellent quality, dark blue, wool broad cloth being cut according to US Army regulation 3/4 length, having a standing collar rising 1-1/4” tall. Sleeves are of 2-pc construction, measuring 9-1/2” at the elbow, 5” at the cuff. A 9-button front has all of its orig 2-pc eagle “I” buttons, all manufactured by Thomas N. Dale & Co., New York. Exterior watch pocket is present at the waist on the wearer’s right. Skirts are exceptionally long. Mounted on each shoulder is a pair of extra rich, dbl-bordered, gold bullion, infantry captain, shoulder straps, which appear to be orig to the coat. Interior of the coat is lined in green polished cotton. Breast is quilted and stitched with diagonal lines. An interior breast pocket is present on the wearer’s left. Collar is lined with black velvet. Two tail pockets lined in finely woven white cotton are accessed from the interior. Sleeves are lined in the same white cotton material as the pockets. CONDITION: Very good. Small areas of the exterior, broad cloth nap have been nibbled away on the left shoulder, but this can only be detected when viewing at certain angles. There are a couple small holes with repairs on the right sleeve and left sleeve, but these do not detract from the appearance of the coat. Back seam, at the waist, is beginning to separate. Shoulder straps are faded and a bit frayed. Interior lining is in very good condition with 5 or 6 areas of wear. Sleeve linings are stained, but intact. Most of the stitching on this coat is tight. An excellent opportunity to own an early, Civil War, infantry captain’s frock coat whose authenticity is unquestionable. 3) LOT OF US INFANTRY OFFICER’S PANTS, CIVIL WAR PERIOD WOOLEN SOCKS, GLOVES, SHIRT, AND UNDER BRITCHES. This lot of miscellaneous personal items would make a nice accoutrement to any military uniform collection. An exceptionally fine pair of US officer’s pants, probably dating from the period 1870-1880, made of medium blue, wool, broad cloth having a narrow welt of black piping beginning at the waistband and running down the outer seam of each leg. Bottoms of each cuff are cut at an angle. Waistband measures 1-1/2” in the front and tapers to 3/4” in the back with a V-shaped cut. There is an adjusting belt at the rear seam with a black Japanned buckle. Six wooden suspender buttons are mounted to the waistband. Immediately below the waistband is a watch pocket to the wearer’s right, and on either side flapped front pockets, with pocket bags made of white cotton. There is a 4-button fly and strap closure at the waistband. Edge of the wool on the fly is pinked. Interior of the trousers is partially lined at the hips in the back, at the crotch, and approx. 3” above the turned cuff at the bottom. CONDITION: Very good. Couple of small minor moth holes is present in each leg and on the left rear cheek. Two buttons are missing. Overall, a pair of very good military trousers. Civil War period white linen shirt. Square cut body with long tails made in 2-pcs with the shoulders and armpits reinforced. Sleeves measure 7” at the elbow, 4” at the cuff. Each cuff has a turn back flap. Low rise straight collar, measuring 1” in width. Front section of the shirt has a pleated, fine, white linen bib with 4 buttons. CONDITION: Front tails are lightly stained. All seams appear to be tight and generally, the shirt is in very good condition. A nice addition to a Civil War uniform set. A pair of white cotton pantaloons for use as an undergarment, having a waistband measuring 2” wide with the pants legs pleated and tucked all the way around, giving it a very blousey appearance. Each pant leg is terminated with a 1” wide band and 2 drawstrings. Three button fly with a sgl button at the waistband. Crotch is reinforced. CONDITION: Excellent. This undergarment saw little or no use. Fine example of mid-19th C. long underwear. Pair of small, white, silk gloves made in 2-pcs with the thumb added. Small decorative, possibly elastic strip, attached to each. Each hand has 3 decorative stitching lines on the top. CONDITION: Good. They are dark from age, now an ivory color. All seams and stitches in good condition. Pair of heavy medium blue wool boot socks dating to the mid-19th C. Heavy stockings with reinforced heels are fashioned of loosely woven medium blue/gray wool. These are typical of mid-19th C. boot wear. CONDITION: Top of one is slightly frayed and small holes are present in the toe of each stocking. 4) VERY NICE LOT OF OFFICER’S GEAR, INCLUDING 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD, SWORD BELT, BELT PLATE, HOLSTER, CAP BOX, CARTRIDGE BOX, BOOTS, AND SASH. 1)Officer’s belt is of the private purchase type, made of Russian leather dyed black and seamed on the back side with two sword straps and snap buckles. Belt plate is of cast brass, being the US Model 1851 officer’s belt plate. Belt plate is unmarked, the keeper stamped “88.” CONDITION: Fair. Edges are scuffed. Two sword straps are separated from the belt. 2) Mounted on the belt is a Civil War holster for the Colt Revolver. Made of black bridal leather with a large flap with tab attached by a copper rivet for the brass finial inset in the body. A New York maker’s name is barely visible at the top of the holster body. One large belt loop on the back is attached with three rivets. The tip of the holster has been plugged with a cork. CONDITION: Very good. Leather is flexible and has been treated with a preservative . Surface is lightly crackled overall. 3) Percussion cap box made of black bridal leather. Closing strap is integral with the outer cover, which is stamped “US.” The box has 2 belt loops, below which is stamped “LBG.” CONDITION: Very good. Slight scuffing to edges. Minor crackling. Some flexing to closing tab. Wool and pick are missing. 4) Pistol cartridge box is standard issue Civil War Colt pistol cartridge box. The front flap measure 6”x 4” with separately applied closing tab attached with a copper rivet. Two belt loops on the reverse. This box is marked only with 6 star-like tool stamps. CONDITION: Top edge has flaked but has been polished black. Interior of the box is moldy. All stitching is strong. 5) Package of Colt pistol cartridges, a paper wrapped package of cartridges with its orig label reading “Pressed waterproof/CARTRIDGES, FOR COLTS ARMY PISTOL/PATENTED MARCH 18, 1862./MANUFACTURED BY THE/HAZARD POWDER CO., HAZARDVILLE, CONN”. CONDITION: Very good. 6) Red silk officer’s dress sash made of loosely woven silk thread dyed a dark red color, having two woven cotton tassels terminating each end. Regulation for use beneath the sword belt. Appears to be from the Civil War period. CONDITION: Good. Some holes and edge fraying throughout. Tassels have faded to a purple and ochre color. 7) US Model 1850, foot officer’s sword and scabbard. An unmarked regulation sword having a 30” lightly curved sgl edged blade with etched decoration across 60% of the blade. Blade is decorated with scrollwork and an American flag on one side and scrollwork and floral decorations with “US” on the other. Back of the blade is etched “Iron Proof.” Hilt and pommel are of cast brass and regulation style. Grip is of leather-covered wood with twisted brass wire wrap. Scabbard is of leather with a dbl-lined decoration. Mounts are plain of sheet brass. CONDITION: Very good. Blade has a light gray patina. Etching is strong. Hilt and grip are fine. Scabbard has numerous minor scrapes. Middle mount is loose but overall the scabbard remains very strong. 8) Finally, this lot includes a pair of infantry officer’s boots dating from Civil War period. Boots are made of soft bridal leather. One boot has a 3-pc front standing 15-1/2” tall. The other a 2-pc front, however, these are obviously a pair. The soles are stitched leather. The interior of each is lined in red Russian leather from about 4-1/2” from the top. Each with a pr of bootstraps mounted on the right and left side of each. A nice example of Civil War period infantry officer’s boots. CONDITION: Excellent. Leather is soft and unflexed. Seams are beginning to split at the tops. One bootstrap is missing. Left boot has a period repair to the heel and the inside seam. Otherwise, a very respectable pair of Civil War period boots. 4-55091 CW15 (14,000-18,000)

MAGIC LANTERN SLIDE OF PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN. A glass, plate slide showing the head and bust view of President Abraham Lincoln, the last known photographic view of him taken prior to his assassination. Has been stored in an old canvas case for many years. CONDITION: Fair. Some staining to slide, not affecting the image. Edges have been taped for use in a projector. 4-55093 CW103 (100-200)

GROUPING OF 90 CIVIL WAR PHOTOGRAPHS. This grouping consists of CDV’s and tin types. Included in this grouping is quite a genre of subjects including military, fraternal, religious, fire department, political, freaks, etc. Included in this grouping are CDV’s of General Halleck, General Joseph E. Johnson, Robert E. Lee, 2 Jeff Davis satirical, a card identified as general Pegram, CSA. Another card identified as T.H. Taylor, CSA. General Breckenridge, General Buckner, General Humphrey Marshall, General Hollins, General VanDorn, General McCullock, Admiral Foote, Abraham Lincoln and Mrs. Lincoln. CDV of Abraham Lincoln and son. CDV of the children of the battlefield, John Wilkes Booth. Harriet Beatrice Stow. Slave children from New Orleans. A picture of Siamese twins, a midget with giant, W.C. Bryant and many other interesting views. This group needs to be seen. CONDITION: Most cards are very good. Some damaged, some with rounded or cut corners. Several have old ink inscriptions. A couple are possibly signed. 4-57087 JS292 (2,000-5,000)

CIVIL WAR DIARY OF REV. HENRY EDWARDS. Bound book with about 40 hand written pages of occasional entries beginning Nov. 11, 1859 with the last entry Dec. 30, 1862. Edwards was a chaplain in military hospitals in Frederick and Hagerstown, Maryland area and witnessed many battles in the area. He mentions having visited battlefields shortly after the battles with the Confederate dead still unburied. He speaks of Jeb Stuart’s calvary capturing the local militia officer, the trial of the Harper’s Ferry attackers, a meeting between Pres. Lincoln & Gen. Scott, the Capture of Hagerstown, he mentions Lee, Longstreet and Tombs being in town, Battles of Boonesboro & Sharpsburg, the liberation of Maryland from the Confederates & his seeing Pres. Lincoln for his appointment as chaplain to the hospitals which he was apparently granted. Book contains a small slip of paper apparently given to him by Rev. W.C. Stite bearing the signature of Gen. McClelland. Also included is a Confederate proclamation to the people of Maryland dated 8 Sept. 1862 from Gen. Lee, printed locally. A very well written narrative by an obviously well-educated man that requires some serious study. CONDITION: Spine is a little loose but attached, with fuzzed edges on the covers. Pages are yellowed. 4-57098 JR739 (2,000-4,000)

CIVIL WAR TINTYPE PHOTOGRAPH AND ARCHIVE OF SERGEANT ROBERT COCHRANE 5TH CONNECTICUT INFANTRY. This lot consists of a cased and matted tintype photograph of Cochrane in seated pose wearing an infantry enlisted man’s frock coat with sergeant stripes wearing a waist belt & having a revolver tucked to the left side. Photograph is accompanied by a number of letters and period postal covers to Miss Mary A. Cochrane of West Cornwall, Connecticut. The first letter is dated October 1861 from Camp Wolcott, Washington D.C. & signed “Your Dear Brother”. The second letter is from Camp Huntington, January 1862, describing a 52-mile march through western Maryland, and his role as a Color Sergeant for the regiment. The third letter is dated February 1862 from Hancock, Maryland with general camp news. The third letter is from Frederick, Maryland, October 1862, writing about a friend recently exchanged in Richmond. The fourth letter from Fairfax Station, 1863, anticipating a long march. The fifth letter from Warden Canada East, July 1863 with general personal news. The sixth letter from Warden Canada East, October 1863 about coming home, and an indiscernibly dated letter from Fairfax Station with general camp news. The letters are accompanied by 5 postal covers. One is a printed patriotic cover with a flag and the motto “The Union Forever”. Letters and covers are in very good readable condition with some staining and foxing and minor separations here and there. All of the postal covers are cancelled. Four retain their postage stamps. Cochrane was mustered in as a private in July 1861. He was promoted to Corporal on May 8, 1862, became the Color Sergeant of the regiment August 9, 1862 and deserted the regiment on January 19, 1863. His desertion may account for the two 1863 letters from Canada. During his service with the regiment, he fought in battles at Winchester, Strasburg, Front Royal, Cedar Creek, and Bull Run prior to deserting the regiment. CONDITION: Good. Photograph is clear but slightly dark. Pasteboard case is worn on the edges, hinges weak. 4-57356 CW78 (1,200-1,400)

ANDREW JOHNSON PRESIDENTIAL AUTOGRAPHED PARTIALLY PRINTED COMMISSION ON VELLUM. A very fancy partially printed document measuring 16” x 19-1/2” having a spread winged eagle in the clouds, a blue embossed War Department seal affixed, and at the bottom is signed by President Andrew Johnson and Edwin N. Stanton, Secretary of War above a stand of flags and panalopy of arms. Commission is made out to John H. Hammond of the US Volunteers, providing him with the rank of Brevet Brigadier General from October 31, 1864. Commission was dated and signed on May 6, 1865 in the 89th year of the independence of the United States. In the upper left corner in red ink is “Recorded, Volume 4, Page 13, Adjutant General’s Office, April 6, 1865, signed E.D. Townsend, Assistant Adjutant General.” CONDITION: Excellent. Document has been folded; penmanship is strong. Signatures are bold. 4-55267 CW60 (1,500-2,500)

LARGE LOT OF GAR AND VETERAN RIBBONS, MEDALS, AND MEMORABILIA. An extremely large lot consisting of approx. 200 ribbons, medals and badges from the Grand Army of the Republic and related organizations mostly from Michigan and Ohio. There are a number of rare and significant badges and ribbons of both national and local encampments dating from 1880 through approx. 1920. There are three orig ribbon envelopes made out to Orron Vanderhoof, who was a Corp. in the 124th Ohio Vol. Inf, from Grand Haven, MI whose collection of memorabilia this may be. While many of the badges are for national encampments across the country, the largest grouping seems to be from MI and OH. Vanderhoof’s German silver ladder badge for Co. I, 127th IL. Vol. Inf. is included along with the Adjutant’s badge for the Weathermax Post #75 from Grand Haven, MI. There is a magnificent cased gilt silver and enameled 39th National Encampment badge, and a GAR membership badge with a Colonel’s rank shoulder strap affixed. I’m sure that there are a number of great GAR treasures within this collection. The shear volume and the early dates make this a valuable accumulation. CONDITION: Fair to very good. Items are too numerous to describe in detail, but range in condition from tattered to pristine. 4-57387 (3,000-5,000)

GAR POST MARKER FOR “F B CHAMBERLAIN POST 78. Plaque made in Massachusetts. CONDITION: Minor pitting overall. Several coats of paint visible. 4-56900 FS253 (200-400)