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$747.00
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LOT OF TWO STAFF AND FIELD SWORDS. 1) 32” straight sgl fuller blade marked “C.ROBEY. / W. CHELMSFORD, MS.” in a circle on the left ricasso & “U.S. / 1863 / F. S. S.” on the right. The latter inspector mark also appears on the hand guard of the hilt, and drag of the sword. CONDITION: Blade is fine. Hilt has lost about 60% of the gilt and has small dents and scratches overall. Leather scabbard has normal scrapes and scratches. Throat is badly battered. Tip is missing the rivets and has some denting. 2) 28” sgl fuller blade with Ames banner on the left ricasso & “USG. W. C 1864” on the right. “G.A.C” inspector mark on the guard. CONDITION: Blade has been highly polished. Traces of gilt remain on the hilt, and scabbard tip. Leather covering of the scabbard has two large dents in the center, but is otherwise good. 4-57396, 4-57397 FS246 (300-600)
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. |