US MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD WITH RARE TINNED SCABBARD.

US MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD WITH RARE TINNED SCABBARD. 32” slightly curved blade. Deeply etched with military motifs including large “US”, spread winged eagle, and ribbon with “E. Pluribus Unum”, along with flags, etc. Hilt is decorated with flowers and cast “US”. Pommel is profusely decorated with cast floral motifs. A European makers mark is stamped on hilt, and blade is also proofed. Metal scabbard is tinned and has three brass gilded mounts and brass throat. Sharkskin grip is covered with twisted brass wire. Accompanying this lot is a letter of provenance from Mr. Adamson stating that he purchased this sword from “the Stephen Dorsey Collection”. Mr. Dorsey states, “…only the most serious collectors are aware that a very FEW 1850 Staff & Field Swords were made with TINNED scabbard bodies – such as this fine specimen.” CONDITION: Blade is excellent overall. Etching retaining much of its orig frosting with scattered areas of black staining. Hilt and brass mounts retain a majority of orig gilt. Plating to scabbard body shows some bubbling and about 10% reduction. Washer is replaced. 4-56050 (1,500-3,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005

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
	2257	$3,276.00	US MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICERS SWORD WITH RARE TINNED SCABBARD. 32” slightly curved blade. Deeply etched with military motifs including large “US”, spread winged eagle, and ribbon with “E. Pluribus Unum”, along with flags, etc. Hilt is decorated with flowers and cast “US”. Pommel is profusely decorated with cast floral motifs. A European makers mark is stamped on hilt, and blade is also proofed. Metal scabbard is tinned and has three brass gilded mounts and brass throat. Sharkskin grip is covered with twisted brass wire. Accompanying this lot is a letter of provenance from Mr. Adamson stating that he purchased this sword from “the Stephen Dorsey Collection”. Mr. Dorsey states, “…only the most serious collectors are aware that a very FEW 1850 Staff & Field Swords were made with TINNED scabbard bodies – such as this fine specimen.” CONDITION: Blade is excellent overall. Etching retaining much of its orig frosting with scattered areas of black staining. Hilt and brass mounts retain a majority of orig gilt. Plating to scabbard body shows some bubbling and about 10% reduction. Washer is replaced. 4-56050 (1,500-3,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005 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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