CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD.

CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. This sword appears original and in “as found” condition. Sword appears to have not been cleaned in a very long time and exhibits dark color and patina desired by many Civil War Confederate collectors. The maker is unknown but similar swords are known made by JC Wilson of Houston, Texas but other “Deep South” makers could have manufactured this also. SIZE: 28-1/2″ blade. CONDITION: 28-1/2″ slightly curved blade is rusted and pitted overall with rounded bent tip and several large nicks in cutting edge. Grip leather is dry and cracking and about 60% intact. The brass single wire wrap over leather is tight and complete. The plain pommel and distinctive branched guard have mustard/green patina with scattered stains, scratches and nicks. 4-40990 JS101 (1,800-2,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2010

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
	2359	$2,415.00	CONFEDERATE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. This sword appears original and in “as found” condition. Sword appears to have not been cleaned in a very long time and exhibits dark color and patina desired by many Civil War Confederate collectors. The maker is unknown but similar swords are known made by JC Wilson of Houston, Texas but other “Deep South” makers could have manufactured this also. SIZE: 28-1/2″ blade. CONDITION: 28-1/2″ slightly curved blade is rusted and pitted overall with rounded bent tip and several large nicks in cutting edge. Grip leather is dry and cracking and about 60% intact. The brass single wire wrap over leather is tight and complete. The plain pommel and distinctive branched guard have mustard/green patina with scattered stains, scratches and nicks. 4-40990 JS101 (1,800-2,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2010 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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