MODEL 1872 CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER INSCRIBED TO “LITTLE BIG HORN” SURVIVOR AND CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER CAPTAIN EDWARD GODFREY, COMPANY K, 7TH US CAVALRY.

Edward Settle Godfrey (1843-1932) was a life-time military officer and Congressional Medal of Honor winner, West Point graduate, and Brigadier General. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, and wrote the most influential personal, unbiased perceptions of the Battle of Little Big Horn where his commander, George Armstrong Custer, was killed. Godfrey was a Lieutenant at the time of Little Big Horn and was promoted to Captain after the battle. Godfrey would become the only officer of the 7th Cavalry to see action in all major engagements with the Plains Indians. This sword is in fine condition with 32″ blade made by “Ames Sword Co. Chicopee, MA”. The blade is engraved with panels of patriotic motifs and a 4″ panel “Capt. Edward S. Godfrey / ‘K’ 7th Cavalry”. There is a photograph of Godfrey apparently holding this exact sword circa 1880. PROVENANCE: Godfrey Family Descent, NJ; Bill Roden Collection, Torrington, CT; Micahel Coppala, NY; Cowan’s Auction Company, Lot 245, October 25, 2011. From a private Massachusetts collection. CONDITION: Sword is very good to fine overall. Shark skin grip is complete including original fancy triple wire wrap. Blade retains most of its original polish and luster. Hard metal plated scabbard has bubbling and freckling but retains most of its original plate. Drag is bent and missing its mounting screws. Protective washer is replaced. Brass has old polish with varnish, typical burnishing seen in earlier 20th Century. 50800-99 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2132

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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
	2132	$6,221.25	MODEL 1872 CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER INSCRIBED TO “LITTLE BIG HORN” SURVIVOR AND CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER CAPTAIN EDWARD GODFREY, COMPANY K, 7TH US CAVALRY. Edward Settle Godfrey (1843-1932) was a life-time military officer and Congressional Medal of Honor winner, West Point graduate, and Brigadier General. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, and wrote the most influential personal, unbiased perceptions of the Battle of Little Big Horn where his commander, George Armstrong Custer, was killed. Godfrey was a Lieutenant at the time of Little Big Horn and was promoted to Captain after the battle. Godfrey would become the only officer of the 7th Cavalry to see action in all major engagements with the Plains Indians. This sword is in fine condition with 32″ blade made by “Ames Sword Co. Chicopee, MA”. The blade is engraved with panels of patriotic motifs and a 4″ panel “Capt. Edward S. Godfrey / ‘K’ 7th Cavalry”. There is a photograph of Godfrey apparently holding this exact sword circa 1880. PROVENANCE: Godfrey Family Descent, NJ; Bill Roden Collection, Torrington, CT; Micahel Coppala, NY; Cowan’s Auction Company, Lot 245, October 25, 2011. From a private Massachusetts collection. CONDITION: Sword is very good to fine overall. Shark skin grip is complete including original fancy triple wire wrap. Blade retains most of its original polish and luster. Hard metal plated scabbard has bubbling and freckling but retains most of its original plate. Drag is bent and missing its mounting screws. Protective washer is replaced. Brass has old polish with varnish, typical burnishing seen in earlier 20th Century. 50800-99 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2132 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 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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MODEL 1872 CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER INSCRIBED TO “LITTLE BIG HORN” SURVIVOR AND CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER CAPTAIN EDWARD GODFREY, COMPANY K, 7TH US CAVALRY.