CONFEDERATE-USED FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD.

CONFEDERATE-USED FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. This sword appears untouched and is a typical “attic” find. We cannot ascertain who made this sword, whether it was Confederate or imported; however, the scabbard has several features which could be Confederate manufactured, especially the hand-sewn frog. Sword exhibits 31″, flat, hand-forged blade. Guard is simple, brass “P” guard with a single extra branch. Grip lacks wire. Grip exhibits a 3/4″, decorated brass ferule and crudely cast, mushroom-shaped pommel. Scabbard is backstitched with brass drag and single brass carrying ring with frog attached by brass wire. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Brass hilt and brass scabbard mounts exhibit good patina. Leather scabbard and frog are crazed with scuffing and loss of black surface. 4-31391 JS9 (1,000-2,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1173	$2,357.00	CONFEDERATE-USED FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. This sword appears untouched and is a typical “attic” find. We cannot ascertain who made this sword, whether it was Confederate or imported; however, the scabbard has several features which could be Confederate manufactured, especially the hand-sewn frog. Sword exhibits 31″, flat, hand-forged blade. Guard is simple, brass “P” guard with a single extra branch. Grip lacks wire. Grip exhibits a 3/4″, decorated brass ferule and crudely cast, mushroom-shaped pommel. Scabbard is backstitched with brass drag and single brass carrying ring with frog attached by brass wire. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of staining and pitting. Brass hilt and brass scabbard mounts exhibit good patina. Leather scabbard and frog are crazed with scuffing and loss of black surface. 4-31391 JS9 (1,000-2,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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