CIVIL WAR SWORD OF PAUL REVERE’S GRANDSON, KILLED AT BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG.

CIVIL WAR SWORD OF PAUL REVERE’S GRANDSON, KILLED AT BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG. This sword is in “as found” condition and is in beautifully preserved condition. Col. Paul Joseph Revere was born in 1832 being the paternal grandson of the American Revolutionary War hero Paul Revere. Like his grandfather before him, Revere lived in Boston. He graduated from Harvard in 1862 and then accepted a commission in the 20th Mass. Inf. known as the Harvard Regiment. Revere was involved in the battles around Richmond, Fredricksburg, Chancellorsville, and finally Gettysburg where on July 2nd a shell fragment tore into his left lung, mortally wounding him. He died on July 4th and was posthumously brevetted Brig. Gen. for gallant and meritorious service at this battle. Revere is buried at Mt. Auburn cemetery in Cambridge Mass. where many notable figures are buried including Robert Gould Shaw who would be killed two weeks after Revere in the attack on Ft. Wagner with the 54th Mass. Revere sword is an Ames model 1850 foot officers sword in excellent condition in 1850 Staff & Field. Inscription is from 11 of his Harvard friends where only initials are shown as can be seen in photos. A file of correspondence and provenance accompanies this sword. PROVENANCE: Pictured on page 256, 257 John H. Thillmann, “Civil War Army Swords”. Kevin Hoffman Collection. CONDITION: Sword is in very good to fine condition overall. The 30-1/2″ blade retains discernible fine etched panels with scattered staining and pitting. Shark skin grip is complete and intact with minor chipping and wear to high areas. The orig twisted wire wrap is complete and tight. Scabbard body is sound and solid with strong traces of orig blued finish with scattered small scrapes and scratches. Brass mounts, hilt and pommel exhibit mustard/chocolate patina. 4-46923 JS88 (25,000-35,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012

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
	2025	$22,425.00	CIVIL WAR SWORD OF PAUL REVERE’S GRANDSON, KILLED AT BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG. This sword is in “as found” condition and is in beautifully preserved condition. Col. Paul Joseph Revere was born in 1832 being the paternal grandson of the American Revolutionary War hero Paul Revere. Like his grandfather before him, Revere lived in Boston. He graduated from Harvard in 1862 and then accepted a commission in the 20th Mass. Inf. known as the Harvard Regiment. Revere was involved in the battles around Richmond, Fredricksburg, Chancellorsville, and finally Gettysburg where on July 2nd a shell fragment tore into his left lung, mortally wounding him. He died on July 4th and was posthumously brevetted Brig. Gen. for gallant and meritorious service at this battle. Revere is buried at Mt. Auburn cemetery in Cambridge Mass. where many notable figures are buried including Robert Gould Shaw who would be killed two weeks after Revere in the attack on Ft. Wagner with the 54th Mass. Revere sword is an Ames model 1850 foot officers sword in excellent condition in 1850 Staff & Field. Inscription is from 11 of his Harvard friends where only initials are shown as can be seen in photos. A file of correspondence and provenance accompanies this sword. PROVENANCE: Pictured on page 256, 257 John H. Thillmann, “Civil War Army Swords”. Kevin Hoffman Collection. CONDITION: Sword is in very good to fine condition overall. The 30-1/2″ blade retains discernible fine etched panels with scattered staining and pitting. Shark skin grip is complete and intact with minor chipping and wear to high areas. The orig twisted wire wrap is complete and tight. Scabbard body is sound and solid with strong traces of orig blued finish with scattered small scrapes and scratches. Brass mounts, hilt and pommel exhibit mustard/chocolate patina. 4-46923 JS88 (25,000-35,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012 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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