CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN’S CAVALRY SABER MADE BY MEMPHIS NOVELTY WORKS.

Revised: 10/5/2009

Please Note: The very tip of this sword is broken off as depicted in the image but not mentioned in the condition report.

CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN’S CAVALRY SABER MADE BY MEMPHIS NOVELTY WORKS. You are bidding on one of the finest marked cavalry sabers you can find. This sword is in beautiful condition with a bright blade, an excellent grip, fine scabbard and the marker’s marks are extremely nice and well struck. The soldier who carried this sword inscribed his initials on top of hilt “K.G.R.” This sword’s accompanying scabbard is also in beautiful condition. Scabbard is lap seamed with lead solder and brass carrying rings. This scabbard is usually thought to be made in Columbus, Ga., however there are many examples of this scabbard on Tennessee made swords, especially Nashville Plow Works. Sword and scabbard match well for fit and patina. PROVENANCE: Bill Osborn Collection. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered staining, pitting and cleaning. Grip is complete with most of orig dye with only minor chipping. Twisted copper wire is complete and tight. Brass hilt, pommel and ring mounts have patina, scattered scratches and dings. Scabbard body is smooth with typical rust and pitting. 4-38956 JS16 (10,000-12,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009

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
	2452	$12,650.00	Revised: 10/5/2009 Please Note: The very tip of this sword is broken off as depicted in the image but not mentioned in the condition report. CONFEDERATE ENLISTED MAN’S CAVALRY SABER MADE BY MEMPHIS NOVELTY WORKS. You are bidding on one of the finest marked cavalry sabers you can find. This sword is in beautiful condition with a bright blade, an excellent grip, fine scabbard and the marker’s marks are extremely nice and well struck. The soldier who carried this sword inscribed his initials on top of hilt “K.G.R.” This sword’s accompanying scabbard is also in beautiful condition. Scabbard is lap seamed with lead solder and brass carrying rings. This scabbard is usually thought to be made in Columbus, Ga., however there are many examples of this scabbard on Tennessee made swords, especially Nashville Plow Works. Sword and scabbard match well for fit and patina. PROVENANCE: Bill Osborn Collection. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered staining, pitting and cleaning. Grip is complete with most of orig dye with only minor chipping. Twisted copper wire is complete and tight. Brass hilt, pommel and ring mounts have patina, scattered scratches and dings. Scabbard body is smooth with typical rust and pitting. 4-38956 JS16 (10,000-12,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009 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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