Image Lot Price Description

2258
$3,507.00

CIVIL WAR US CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER. 34-1/2” dbl fullered blade. Blade is maker marked “W. CLAUBERG SOLIGEN”. Blade is etched with various patriotic motifs, including spread-winged eagle on top of tall column, “US”, flags, cannons, ribbon with “E. Pluribus Unum”, and a circle of stars. Etching is done on a gold background. Sharkskin grip with twisted wire. Decorated hilt and pommel in style of US Model 1840 Cavalry Officer Saber. Scabbard is brass with brass mounts and has large floral and geometric engraved panels on drag and above and below carrying rings. CONDITON: Blade is gray overall with some black staining. Etching retains some frost and 25% of its orig gilt. Grip is worn at high places with about 5% loss. Cleaned brass scabbard and hilt exhibit matching patinas. Scabbard exhibits a few small dents and scratches. 4-56051 JS16 (2,500-4,500)


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.