| Image | Lot | Price | Description |
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1372
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$4,025.00
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RARE VARIATE CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER. This, like lot 32236 is made by an unknown maker probably in Tennessee. This sword exhibits the same odd cut fuller at the Ricasso. College Hill of Nashville has similar shaped Ricassos and blades. This sword also exhibits a long tapered quillon. This sword has leather grip with single strand copper wire. The scabbard which is typical of this manufacturer is brazed and brass mounted, with a large, flat iron drag. This is an excellent Confederate cavalry saber in as found condition with good patina and condition throughout. CONDITION: Blade is gray/brown with light pitting and old cleaning. Original washer is still intact. Leather grip wrap is intact with wear and scuffs to the high points. Scabbard body exhibits old cleaning. There are several dents in scabbard body especially near tip which do not effect aesthetics overall. 4-32237 JS11 (5,000-7,000)
Auction: Firearms - Spring 2008 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. |