CONFEDERATE THOMAS GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICER SABER WITH SASH CAPTURED IN FLORIDA BY A SOLDIER IN THE 91ST NEW YORK.

SN NSN. This is a nice example of the classic Confederate Calvary Officer’s saber made by Thomas, Griswold & Co. of New Orleans. Tied to the grip is a red silk sash with flat knots and tassels typical of some identified Confederate used sashes. Sword has a nice “as found” patination and the accompanying scabbard though not a product of Griswold fits sword perfectly and most likely an Ames product. This sword was recently found in a New York estate accompanied by an escutcheon of Corporal Harrison George who served in Company “I” 91st New York Infantry. The 91st saw service at Pensacola, Ft Barancas and Key West early in 1862. Corporal George was “lucky” to become disabled in March of 1862 in Key West where he undoubtedly was able to take this souvenir home as the unit went on to Port Hudson, Louisiana to have the most casualties of any unit in Louisiana. Sabers were difficult relics to take home as souvenirs except in special circumstances such as having a ship ready to take you back to New York as was the case with Mr. George. CONDITION: Sword is sound overall with classic New Orleans style “pen knife” style blade with unstopped fuller. Hilt has the normal decorations on quillon and branches of guard. Blade is gray and pitted overall. Guard exhibits an “as found” grungy chocolate/green patina. Grip wrap is sound and solid and appears to be an excellent restoration. Protective washer is also restored. Accompanying scabbard fits sword well, has a pitted surface overall matching condition of sword. There is an inspector’s mark on drag “ADK” that was an Ames inspector just prior to the Civil War. Silk sash overall is in very good condition with good color and scattered small holes and fraying of knots which are mostly intact. Accompanying escutcheon has scattered cracks and bends but is discernible and dated when given by George to his wife and six children in 1916 4-76378 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 3279

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

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
	3279	$5,750.00	CONFEDERATE THOMAS GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICER SABER WITH SASH CAPTURED IN FLORIDA BY A SOLDIER IN THE 91ST NEW YORK. SN NSN. This is a nice example of the classic Confederate Calvary Officer’s saber made by Thomas, Griswold & Co. of New Orleans. Tied to the grip is a red silk sash with flat knots and tassels typical of some identified Confederate used sashes. Sword has a nice “as found” patination and the accompanying scabbard though not a product of Griswold fits sword perfectly and most likely an Ames product. This sword was recently found in a New York estate accompanied by an escutcheon of Corporal Harrison George who served in Company “I” 91st New York Infantry. The 91st saw service at Pensacola, Ft Barancas and Key West early in 1862. Corporal George was “lucky” to become disabled in March of 1862 in Key West where he undoubtedly was able to take this souvenir home as the unit went on to Port Hudson, Louisiana to have the most casualties of any unit in Louisiana. Sabers were difficult relics to take home as souvenirs except in special circumstances such as having a ship ready to take you back to New York as was the case with Mr. George. CONDITION: Sword is sound overall with classic New Orleans style “pen knife” style blade with unstopped fuller. Hilt has the normal decorations on quillon and branches of guard. Blade is gray and pitted overall. Guard exhibits an “as found” grungy chocolate/green patina. Grip wrap is sound and solid and appears to be an excellent restoration. Protective washer is also restored. Accompanying scabbard fits sword well, has a pitted surface overall matching condition of sword. There is an inspector’s mark on drag “ADK” that was an Ames inspector just prior to the Civil War. Silk sash overall is in very good condition with good color and scattered small holes and fraying of knots which are mostly intact. Accompanying escutcheon has scattered cracks and bends but is discernible and dated when given by George to his wife and six children in 1916 4-76378 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 3279 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 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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CONFEDERATE THOMAS GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICER SABER WITH SASH CAPTURED IN FLORIDA BY A SOLDIER IN THE 91ST NEW YORK.