AMERICAN EAGLE HEAD OFFICER’S SWORD IN THE NAPOLEONIC STYLE.

AMERICAN EAGLE HEAD OFFICER’S SWORD IN THE NAPOLEONIC STYLE. 29-1/2″ curved blade exhibits small etched panels; once blue and gold. Carved bone grip is broken on reverse side. Languet exhibits upspread American eagle. Brass mounted leather scabbard have engraved floral and geometric motifs and most unusual border to a central flower of tiny eagles attached to a ribbon circling it. CONDITION: Sword overall is very good. Grip is missing about half of its reverse, however for display missing portion is not seen. Leather scabbard body is sound and complete with areas of crazing and scuffing. Scabbard mounts retain gilting in recessed areas. Hilt also exhibits small traces of gilt in protected areas. Blade is gray overall with scattered areas of staining and pitting, traces of original blue and gilt still present. 8-76277 JS17 (2,500-3,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011

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
	2375	$1,725.00	AMERICAN EAGLE HEAD OFFICER’S SWORD IN THE NAPOLEONIC STYLE. 29-1/2″ curved blade exhibits small etched panels; once blue and gold. Carved bone grip is broken on reverse side. Languet exhibits upspread American eagle. Brass mounted leather scabbard have engraved floral and geometric motifs and most unusual border to a central flower of tiny eagles attached to a ribbon circling it. CONDITION: Sword overall is very good. Grip is missing about half of its reverse, however for display missing portion is not seen. Leather scabbard body is sound and complete with areas of crazing and scuffing. Scabbard mounts retain gilting in recessed areas. Hilt also exhibits small traces of gilt in protected areas. Blade is gray overall with scattered areas of staining and pitting, traces of original blue and gilt still present. 8-76277 JS17 (2,500-3,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2011 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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