MASSIVE NEW ORLEANS MADE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH UNIQUE IVORY GRIP.

This knife is pictured on pg 237 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton described as a Louisiana Naval Side Knife. Just over 2lbs, 20-1/4″ overall, 14-1/2″ blade with massive forged bolster, almost 3/4 of an inch thick,the thickest I have ever seen on a Confederate knife. This knife was orig found in New Orleans lending to speculation of New Orleans manufacture. One other specimen is noted and is pictured on pg 228 of Norm Flayderman’s text The Bowie Knife. From Confederate Bowie Knives “While it is true that no elephants lived in the South, many prewar seaport manufacturers had ample access to imported ivory, a common material in early 19th-century sword hilts. This fabulous heavy Louisiana-style knife was likely made in the New Orleans region. The substantial one-piece carved elephant ivory grip has a brass pommel cap. Genuine Confederate knives such as this rarely display ivory grips. Obviously, the manufacturer was making a statement on style, as well as utility. The heavy iron guard gives this knife a cutlass look, and we believe it may have a naval association”. This is among the most impressive, well balanced Confederate weapons you will ever hold. PROVENANCE: Compton Labauve Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade is overall grey with scattered staining and light pitting, iron patina to large guard and pommel. Brass ferrule has medium mustard patina and the massive “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip has ivory patina with many age cracks and a few patinaed over tiny scratches and chips. 50721-1 JS (12,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 4416

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Auction: Firearms - October 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
	4416	$0.00	MASSIVE NEW ORLEANS MADE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH UNIQUE IVORY GRIP. This knife is pictured on pg 237 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton described as a Louisiana Naval Side Knife. Just over 2lbs, 20-1/4″ overall, 14-1/2″ blade with massive forged bolster, almost 3/4 of an inch thick,the thickest I have ever seen on a Confederate knife. This knife was orig found in New Orleans lending to speculation of New Orleans manufacture. One other specimen is noted and is pictured on pg 228 of Norm Flayderman’s text The Bowie Knife. From Confederate Bowie Knives “While it is true that no elephants lived in the South, many prewar seaport manufacturers had ample access to imported ivory, a common material in early 19th-century sword hilts. This fabulous heavy Louisiana-style knife was likely made in the New Orleans region. The substantial one-piece carved elephant ivory grip has a brass pommel cap. Genuine Confederate knives such as this rarely display ivory grips. Obviously, the manufacturer was making a statement on style, as well as utility. The heavy iron guard gives this knife a cutlass look, and we believe it may have a naval association”. This is among the most impressive, well balanced Confederate weapons you will ever hold. PROVENANCE: Compton Labauve Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade is overall grey with scattered staining and light pitting, iron patina to large guard and pommel. Brass ferrule has medium mustard patina and the massive “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip has ivory patina with many age cracks and a few patinaed over tiny scratches and chips. 50721-1 JS (12,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 4416 Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - October 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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MASSIVE NEW ORLEANS MADE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH UNIQUE IVORY GRIP.