4396

$8,050.00

EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE THOMAS, GRISWOLD NEW ORLEANS ARTILLERY OFFICERS SWORD.

You will not find a better example of this popular brass scabbarded Confederate artillery saber. This example has as fine a patina as you will ever see, perfect grip, beautiful blade that cannot be upgraded. CONDITION: 31-1/4″ blade is overall gray, still showing finishing marks with light staining and small area of pitting at ricasso. Leather grip is complete, retaining original polish with light scuffing at high areas with tight twisted wire wrap. Brass scabbard and hilt have matching patinas with fine contrast of scabbard body to ring mounts, hilt and pommel. Sword still retains 2 original sword hanger snap hooks with matching patina. 50412-55 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4396

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Auction: Firearms - October 2016

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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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