AMES MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD.

AMES MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD. You are bidding on a nice example of Mexican War era short sword made by N.P. Ames of Springfield, Mass. Sword is dated 1843, marked “US” and inspected “JCB” on blade. The hilt and scabbard are inspected “WAT”, William A. Thornton who was one of the chief ordnance inspectors. This is a very nice example of a popular sword used through the Civil War in the best condition. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered staining and pitting. Ames maker marking are poorly stuck and only “N.P. Ames” is easily discerned. Other markings such as “US 1843” and inspector marks are deeply struck and easily discerned. Brass hilt and scabbard mounts are cleaned, still exhibiting patina, light staining, scratches and dings. Leather scabbard body is sound and solid with scattered cracking to surface with a few scuffs and scrapes. 4-38151 JS46 (1,000-1,500)

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
	2493	$2,070.00	AMES MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD. You are bidding on a nice example of Mexican War era short sword made by N.P. Ames of Springfield, Mass. Sword is dated 1843, marked “US” and inspected “JCB” on blade. The hilt and scabbard are inspected “WAT”, William A. Thornton who was one of the chief ordnance inspectors. This is a very nice example of a popular sword used through the Civil War in the best condition. CONDITION: Blade is gray/bright with scattered staining and pitting. Ames maker marking are poorly stuck and only “N.P. Ames” is easily discerned. Other markings such as “US 1843” and inspector marks are deeply struck and easily discerned. Brass hilt and scabbard mounts are cleaned, still exhibiting patina, light staining, scratches and dings. Leather scabbard body is sound and solid with scattered cracking to surface with a few scuffs and scrapes. 4-38151 JS46 (1,000-1,500) 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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