REGULATION CONFEDERATE NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD.

REGULATION CONFEDERATE NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD. This is a rare and popular Confederate pattern probably less than 20 examples of this pattern and maker exist in private hands. 30-1/2” blade etched with 15” panels on either side with various floral and military motifs, including crossed cannons over a fluted anchor, Confederate 1st National flag over an anchor, and floral decoration. Blade is stamped with importer’s agent name “COURTNEY & TENNENT, CHARLESTON, S.C.”. Blade is maker marked on spine “MOLE”. Guard consists of floral decorations surrounding a fluted anchor over a pair of crossed cannons. Pommel and back strap are a stylized dolphin’s head with scales continuing down back strap. Grip is white sharkskin with triple copper wire wrap. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of pitting. Several nicks to cutting edge. Etched panels are 95% discernible. 80% plus orig gilding remains on hilt, pommel, and back strap. 4-57010 JS143 (15,000-25,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005

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
	3147	$19,550.00	REGULATION CONFEDERATE NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD. This is a rare and popular Confederate pattern probably less than 20 examples of this pattern and maker exist in private hands. 30-1/2” blade etched with 15” panels on either side with various floral and military motifs, including crossed cannons over a fluted anchor, Confederate 1st National flag over an anchor, and floral decoration. Blade is stamped with importer’s agent name “COURTNEY & TENNENT, CHARLESTON, S.C.”. Blade is maker marked on spine “MOLE”. Guard consists of floral decorations surrounding a fluted anchor over a pair of crossed cannons. Pommel and back strap are a stylized dolphin’s head with scales continuing down back strap. Grip is white sharkskin with triple copper wire wrap. CONDITION: Blade is gray with scattered areas of pitting. Several nicks to cutting edge. Etched panels are 95% discernible. 80% plus orig gilding remains on hilt, pommel, and back strap. 4-57010 JS143 (15,000-25,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2005 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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