LEECH & RIGDON “FLOATING CS” STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD.

LEECH & RIGDON “FLOATING CS” STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD. Leech & Rigdon made two variants of this floating CS sword. Albaugh shows these in his book of Confederate swords as unknown makers. More recent information shows us that these are now products of Leech & Rigdon. Leech & Rigdon produced swords in Memphis, Tennessee then later in Columbus, Mississippi and their final stop in Greensboro, Georgia. This specimen is nearly identical to Figure 31D in Albaugh’s Photographic Supplement of Confederate Swords. This sword pictured in Albaugh’s book was carried by Confederate General Jo Shelby. This sword has serial number “114” stamped on ricasso of blade and on bottom of guard. There is a partial name stamped in the knuckle bow and on pommel which is not totally discernible. Overall this sword is in superior condition. The grip still retains its original dyed finish and original twisted wire that is very tight. The accompanying scabbard is brass mounted and about 1″ too short for the sword. This scabbard is not a product of Leech & Rigdon but displays nicely. SIZE: 30″ blade; 38″ overall. PROVENANCE: Fred & Nancy Edmunds Collection. CONDITION: 30″ blade is gray/bright exhibiting old sharpening, nicks in cutting edge with scattered staining and pitting. Grip leather and wire are complete with one small about 1/8″ chip in leather. Hilt exhibits good patina over old cleaning. Assembly numbers are well struck and discernible. Scabbard overall very good with scattered crazing and chipping. Some areas of scabbard body have been recolored. Brass pinned mounts have rich patina with scattered areas of staining and dents and scratches. 4-39372 JS4 (12,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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
	2386	$13,800.00	LEECH & RIGDON “FLOATING CS” STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD. Leech & Rigdon made two variants of this floating CS sword. Albaugh shows these in his book of Confederate swords as unknown makers. More recent information shows us that these are now products of Leech & Rigdon. Leech & Rigdon produced swords in Memphis, Tennessee then later in Columbus, Mississippi and their final stop in Greensboro, Georgia. This specimen is nearly identical to Figure 31D in Albaugh’s Photographic Supplement of Confederate Swords. This sword pictured in Albaugh’s book was carried by Confederate General Jo Shelby. This sword has serial number “114” stamped on ricasso of blade and on bottom of guard. There is a partial name stamped in the knuckle bow and on pommel which is not totally discernible. Overall this sword is in superior condition. The grip still retains its original dyed finish and original twisted wire that is very tight. The accompanying scabbard is brass mounted and about 1″ too short for the sword. This scabbard is not a product of Leech & Rigdon but displays nicely. SIZE: 30″ blade; 38″ overall. PROVENANCE: Fred & Nancy Edmunds Collection. CONDITION: 30″ blade is gray/bright exhibiting old sharpening, nicks in cutting edge with scattered staining and pitting. Grip leather and wire are complete with one small about 1/8″ chip in leather. Hilt exhibits good patina over old cleaning. Assembly numbers are well struck and discernible. Scabbard overall very good with scattered crazing and chipping. Some areas of scabbard body have been recolored. Brass pinned mounts have rich patina with scattered areas of staining and dents and scratches. 4-39372 JS4 (12,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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