FINE “AS FOUND” CIRCA 1835 AMERICAN EAGLE POMMEL MILITIA SWORD.

Early Hortsmann, Philadelphia militia sword with folding scallop shaped languette with American eagle, decorated knuckle bow and eagle head pommel, solid brass engraved scabbard, with 28″ lustrous “like new” etched blade with unusual Wm H. Hortsmann & Sons markings in script “WHH&S” on one side and “PHILADELPHIA” on the other. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Scabbard and hilt retain traces of orig silver plating with an overall mixed mustard patina. 4-sided fluted bone grip has old glue repair and a couple of chips that do not affect the overall aesthetics. Blade as noted retains virtually all of its orig luster and shine. 52865-24 JS (800-1,200) – Lot 3091

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018

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
	3091	$1,265.00	FINE “AS FOUND” CIRCA 1835 AMERICAN EAGLE POMMEL MILITIA SWORD. Early Hortsmann, Philadelphia militia sword with folding scallop shaped languette with American eagle, decorated knuckle bow and eagle head pommel, solid brass engraved scabbard, with 28″ lustrous “like new” etched blade with unusual Wm H. Hortsmann & Sons markings in script “WHH&S” on one side and “PHILADELPHIA” on the other. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Scabbard and hilt retain traces of orig silver plating with an overall mixed mustard patina. 4-sided fluted bone grip has old glue repair and a couple of chips that do not affect the overall aesthetics. Blade as noted retains virtually all of its orig luster and shine. 52865-24 JS (800-1,200) – Lot 3091 Auction: Firearms - Spring 2018 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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FINE “AS FOUND” CIRCA 1835 AMERICAN EAGLE POMMEL MILITIA SWORD.