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

LEECH & RIGDON “FLOATING CS” STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD. Leech & Rigdon made two variants of this “Floating CS” sword. Albaugh shows these in his book on Confederate swords both as unknown makers. We now have much more information and know they are Leech & Rigdon products. The variety we are offering now is the same as 31-D in Albaugh’s photographic supplement of Confederate swords. That specimen (31-D) was carried Gen. Jo Shelby who never surrendered but went to Mexico after the war with his command. The specimen we are offering here is very good overall with minor restoration to the leather grip. Bill Osborn, in his notes, states he repaired 1 to 1-1/2″ leather on the handle near the guard along with the leather washer. This sword, like Shelby’s, lacks a scabbard. 30″ blade is a classic Confederate blade with unstopped fuller, terminating in central ridge to the point. PROVENANCE: Bill Osborn Collection. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered pitting and staining. Grip is very good with wear to high spots. Two or three twists of the leather restored but matched well, as seen in photos. Brass hilt is patinated with scattered nicks and scratches. 4-38953 JS14 (12,000-15,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009

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
	2463	$13,225.00	LEECH & RIGDON “FLOATING CS” STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD. Leech & Rigdon made two variants of this “Floating CS” sword. Albaugh shows these in his book on Confederate swords both as unknown makers. We now have much more information and know they are Leech & Rigdon products. The variety we are offering now is the same as 31-D in Albaugh’s photographic supplement of Confederate swords. That specimen (31-D) was carried Gen. Jo Shelby who never surrendered but went to Mexico after the war with his command. The specimen we are offering here is very good overall with minor restoration to the leather grip. Bill Osborn, in his notes, states he repaired 1 to 1-1/2″ leather on the handle near the guard along with the leather washer. This sword, like Shelby’s, lacks a scabbard. 30″ blade is a classic Confederate blade with unstopped fuller, terminating in central ridge to the point. PROVENANCE: Bill Osborn Collection. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered pitting and staining. Grip is very good with wear to high spots. Two or three twists of the leather restored but matched well, as seen in photos. Brass hilt is patinated with scattered nicks and scratches. 4-38953 JS14 (12,000-15,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009 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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