NORTH CAROLINA DRAGOON SABER.

NORTH CAROLINA DRAGOON SABER. You are bidding on the finest condition 1833 Ames Dragoon saber surcharged to the State of North Carolina we have ever seen. Scabbard on this sword retains most of its original finish, as can be seen in photograph, the “N. Carolina” marking in drag is crisp as is the inspector and “NC” stamped in quillon. State of North Carolina dragoon sabers are scarce. This specimen retains its original protective washer and is maker marked “NP Ames, Cuttler, Springfield, 1837”. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with areas of pitting, especially near tip. Blade is cleaned but etched patterns of United States and makers mark are fully discernible. Quillon is bent as is guard. Grip retains 95% original leather and all wire. Leather grip surface still retains much of its original shine and finish though cracking. Scabbard is fine overall with a few small dents. 8-76238 JS6 (8,000-12,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008

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
	2436	$8,050.00	NORTH CAROLINA DRAGOON SABER. You are bidding on the finest condition 1833 Ames Dragoon saber surcharged to the State of North Carolina we have ever seen. Scabbard on this sword retains most of its original finish, as can be seen in photograph, the “N. Carolina” marking in drag is crisp as is the inspector and “NC” stamped in quillon. State of North Carolina dragoon sabers are scarce. This specimen retains its original protective washer and is maker marked “NP Ames, Cuttler, Springfield, 1837”. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with areas of pitting, especially near tip. Blade is cleaned but etched patterns of United States and makers mark are fully discernible. Quillon is bent as is guard. Grip retains 95% original leather and all wire. Leather grip surface still retains much of its original shine and finish though cracking. Scabbard is fine overall with a few small dents. 8-76238 JS6 (8,000-12,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008 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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