CIVIL WAR U.S. MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD.

CIVIL WAR U.S. MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. A basic example of this common Civil War sword. This example was manufactured by C. Roby who also had contracts with the Federal Government for cavalry sabers and other equipage. The lightly curved blade measures 31.5” long and is profusely etched over 60% of the blade’s surface. The etching includes patriotic motifs, scrollwork, an spread winged eagle and “US.”. The etching is deep and typical of this manufacturer. Near the ricasso is the manufacturer’s name: “C. Roby/Chelmsford, Mass.”. The hilt conforms to the regulation, being half-basket style with scrollwork counterguard and decorative pommel cap. The grip is of wood, covered in sharkskin and wrapped with twisted brass wire. The scabbard is of black bridle leather sewn on the back with brass furniture. CONDITION: Fair. Blade is cleaned but shows light pitting overall even though the deep etching remains visible. Scabbard is stiff showing some light flexing. Brass drag is missing. 4-30884 (1,000-1,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007

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
	267	$1,495.00	CIVIL WAR U.S. MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD. A basic example of this common Civil War sword. This example was manufactured by C. Roby who also had contracts with the Federal Government for cavalry sabers and other equipage. The lightly curved blade measures 31.5” long and is profusely etched over 60% of the blade’s surface. The etching includes patriotic motifs, scrollwork, an spread winged eagle and “US.”. The etching is deep and typical of this manufacturer. Near the ricasso is the manufacturer’s name: “C. Roby/Chelmsford, Mass.”. The hilt conforms to the regulation, being half-basket style with scrollwork counterguard and decorative pommel cap. The grip is of wood, covered in sharkskin and wrapped with twisted brass wire. The scabbard is of black bridle leather sewn on the back with brass furniture. CONDITION: Fair. Blade is cleaned but shows light pitting overall even though the deep etching remains visible. Scabbard is stiff showing some light flexing. Brass drag is missing. 4-30884 (1,000-1,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2007 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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