CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER BY THOMAS, GRISWOLD & CO, NEW ORLEANS

CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER BY THOMAS, GRISWOLD & CO, NEW ORLEANS. This is a very good example of a well-marked Confederate Artillery Saber. The 31-1/2″ blade on this sword exhibits the full firm marking “Thomas, Griswold & Co” in an arc above “New Orleans”. Griswold was a short-lived operation that produced among the finest swords produced in the Confederacy, but New Orleans fell early in 1862 and at that point manufacturing ceased at this firm. Griswold is known for their attractive solid brass scabbards unique to this manufacturer. This particular saber is sound & complete with a good grip wrap and its orig protective leather washer. CONDITION: The sword overall is in very good condition. The blade is gray overall with scattered areas of pitting and rust. Some orig tool marks can still be seen near the ricasso which contains the well-struck full firm mark. The grip retains about 90% of its orig leather with wear mainly at high spots. The orig twisted brass wire is complete & intact. Hilt & scabbard show areas of cleaning but overall exhibit good patina as can be seen in photos. Scabbard is complete and solid retaining its orig brass rings. Drag is worn at front of its blade where carried. There are several large dents & a vertical crack near bottom of scabbard as seen in photos. 4-45814 JS4 (6,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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
	2370	$9,775.00	CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER BY THOMAS, GRISWOLD & CO, NEW ORLEANS. This is a very good example of a well-marked Confederate Artillery Saber. The 31-1/2″ blade on this sword exhibits the full firm marking “Thomas, Griswold & Co” in an arc above “New Orleans”. Griswold was a short-lived operation that produced among the finest swords produced in the Confederacy, but New Orleans fell early in 1862 and at that point manufacturing ceased at this firm. Griswold is known for their attractive solid brass scabbards unique to this manufacturer. This particular saber is sound & complete with a good grip wrap and its orig protective leather washer. CONDITION: The sword overall is in very good condition. The blade is gray overall with scattered areas of pitting and rust. Some orig tool marks can still be seen near the ricasso which contains the well-struck full firm mark. The grip retains about 90% of its orig leather with wear mainly at high spots. The orig twisted brass wire is complete & intact. Hilt & scabbard show areas of cleaning but overall exhibit good patina as can be seen in photos. Scabbard is complete and solid retaining its orig brass rings. Drag is worn at front of its blade where carried. There are several large dents & a vertical crack near bottom of scabbard as seen in photos. 4-45814 JS4 (6,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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