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	A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BELT-AXE TOMAHAWK, ca. 1750s: In overall very untouched condition. The 5 1/2" x 4 1/4", hand-forge, unmarked, iron blade with its original cutting edge and a rectangular poll. Retains a smooth, steel-gray, age patina with gunmetal highlights, some light discoloration and scattered moderate pitting/forge-roughness. Well-made reproduction, 16 3/4", flat-sided, wooden haft with hand-carved contours: some minor abrasions, rust stains and a tight hairlines. In overall fine condition. The blade with smooth untouched surfaces, a sharp cutting edge with minor nicks. Very nice haft with aged surfaces, some handling marks, hairlines and wear/stains. A very nice example of an authentic Colonial/Revolutionary War Period Belt-Axe Tomahawk, ca. 1750s. Overall length, 16 3/4"". Price: $1,100.00
	A VERY GOOD AMERICAN-MADE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD HORSEMAN'S SABER, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Unmarked American made, 32", single edge, curved blade with a fuller and a reinforced back. Triple-bar ion hilt with a clover leaf pommel, an integral stirrup-form knuckle guard with a slightly curved upper quilon. Turned wooden grip with an untouched age patina, some scattered handling marks and an age crack. In overall very good untouched condition. The blade retains its original cutting edge with smooth gunmetal surfaces and an even age patina: minor nicks and abrasions. Very good hilt with a matching smooth surfaces. A very nice example of a Classic American Horseman's Saber of the Revolutionary War. Overall length, 37 1/2". For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $2,000.00
	A FINE NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD ENGLISH MIDSHIPMAN'S NAVAL DIRK W/ CARVED IVORY GRIP & ITS ORIGINAL SCABBARD, ca. 1790s: In fine untouched condition with sharp contours and rich age patina overall. The 7", double edged, spear point, steel blade with a smooth untouched gunmetal-gray age patina and some minor scattered discoloration: the top edge of rare saw-blade configuration with sharp serrated cutting teeth, along its length. Single piece, carved, turned and polished ivory grip with aged and yellowed surfaces. The blade with its original sharp cutting edges without nicks or significant pitting. Fine quality grip with smooth, nicely toned surfaces and some light wear and staining. Embossed Guilt bronze mounts with an oval disk-type cross-guard and a rounded pommel, each with roped borders. Retains 65% guilt with smooth surfaces. Complete with its original bronze scabbard with both of its suspension loops and very fine brass surfaces with tight seams. A fine example of an English Napoleanice War Period Midshipman's Naval Dirk, ca. 1790s. Overall length, 10 3/4" Price: $1,950.00
A FINE & RARE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD REGIMENTALLY MARKED HESSIAN BAYONET, ca. 1760s: In overall fine untouched condition. Tapered, double edge, knife-form, flat blade with untouched brown-gray surfaces. The base of the blade with an oval ring-type stopper and an open ring lap-forged socket. Matching untouched surfaces with some scattered light discoloration. The side of the socket with its original "No..." Unit/Regt. marking. Retains smooth, untouched, brown surfaces with some isolated patches of light discoloration and scattered pitting. In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours and smooth surfaces. A very rare example of an untouched Revolutionary War Period Hessian Bayonet. Overall length". For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution", pg. Price: $950.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 14", flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot. Retains smooth brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration and scattered pitting. In overall very good untouched condition with sharp contours, generally and smooth surfaces. A very nice complete example of an untouched Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Bayonet. Overall length, 18". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $475.00
A FINE US MODEL 1872 CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD, by E. A. Armstrong MFG. Co., ca. 1880s: In overall fine+ untouched condition. Acid etched, single edge, 34 1/4" blade with 99% of its original etching and smooth frosted surfaces without pitting or discoloration. The base of the blade with a clear "E. A. Armstrong MFG Co." marking. Fine false cutting-edge with a sharp point and no nicks or abrasions. Guilt bronze hilt, embossed with an heraldic eagle and various martial themes: retains approximately (95%) of its finish with sharp detail. Complete with its original nickel-plated iron scabbard with embossed guilt bronze mounts, en suite with the hilt. The scabbard with very good surfaces having some scattered wear and loss of nickel plating: retains 85% of its finish. In overall fine condition with a fine sharkskin grip-wrap and all of its wire binding. a very nice example of an Indian War Period Cavalry Officer's Sword, ca. 1880s, made by a recorded maker. For a similar example, please see H. L. Peterson's: "The American Sword", pg. 96-97. Overall length, 40 1/2". Price: $900.00
A FINE FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD "SCOTTISH" BASKETHILT BROADSWORD, ca. 1740-1750s: In overall fine+ Complete condition. The 32", double-edge, fullered broadsword blade with a legible "Andrea Ferrara" signature, typical of Scottish-made blades of the early 18th century. Forge-welded basket hilt with integral flat bars and smooth steel surfaces: plain, lobed type, bun pommel. The grip with its original ray-skin cover, secured by braided wire. Retains its original red velvet & wool hand-liner with nicely aged surfaces and some minor abrasions and stains. In overall fine condition and complete with its original, iron-mounted, leather scabbard. The scabbard with fine untouched black surfaces, some expected light crazing and minor scattered handling marks: fine seams. Line-engraved iron mounts with a smooth untouched gunmetal gray patina and some light patination/fine pitting. The blade with smooth steel surfaces, 85% polish, some isolated patches of discoloration and wear to the markings: fine deep fullers and its original cutting-edges. Matching, smooth, steel surfaces to the basket-hilt. Original grip with choice surfaces to the shark/raykin wrap: original braided tassel on pommel. A rare and Complete French & Indian War Period Basket Hilt Broad Sword, ca. 1740-1750s. For similar examples, please see G. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Overall length, 39". Price: SOLD
A FINE ENGLISH CIVIL WAR PERIOD BROADSWORD, ca. 1640s: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth age-toned surfaces to the unmarked, 35", double edged broadsword type, fullered blade: minor nick at tip. Retains a smooth, dark, untouched patina with some scattered light discoloration and fine pitting. Finely turned, early basket-type, wrought iron hilt with an open circular cross-guard and an integral knuckle bow and quillon. Bun type pommel with a finely turned finial and capstan. Complete with its original, braided, iron wire-wrapped grip. The grip with a matching lightly oxidized patina and a tight fit. Fine blade with smooth, untouched, gunmetal surfaces and its original cutting edges with some minor nicks and abrasions. An overall fine untouched example of an original English Civil War Period Broadsword, ca. 1640s. Overall length, 41". For similar examples, please C. Blair's "European & American Arms 1150-1850". Price: $4,000.00
A VERY GOOD+ & EARLY EXCAVATED CELTIC AXE, ca. 500 AD: In overall very good+ excavated condition. 8", wrought iron axe-blade with an integral, large, oval socket and a flared blade. The blade with the expected scattered pitting and its original, sharp, cutting edge with some scattered nicks. Generally smooth stable surfaces and of heavy construction with some surface discoloration, wear, pitting, and oxidation. In overall very good+, excavated condition. Retains an untouched, slightly rough, oxidized age patina, with a distinct cutting edge and moderately pitted surfaces. A nice excavated example of a Classic form, Celtic, 6th Century axe, ca. 500 AD. Price: $1,325.00
A VERY GOOD US MODEL 1872 CAVALRY OFFICER'S SWORD by "The Henderson Ames Co.: In overall very good untouched condition. Acid etched, single edge, 31 1/4" blade with 80% of its original etching and smooth lightly discolored surfaces with minor patches of scattered light discoloration and wear: the edge of the blade with a sharp point and no nicks or abrasions. Regulation guilt bronze hilt embossed with an heraldic eagle and various martial themes, en suite with the scabbard's fittings. Retains 60% of its guilt with some patches of wear and some minor abrasion to the sharkskin wrap. Complete with its original nickel-plated iron scabbard with embossed mounts. Very good scabbard with smooth untouched surfaces having some scattered light discoloration and loss of nickel: retains 65% of its finish. In overall very good untouched condition with all of its original binding wire. An earlier example of this distinctive Cavalry Sword made by a well known maker and dating to the American Indian Wars, CA. 1870s. For an identical example, please see H. L. Peterson's: The American Sword", pg. 96-97, fig. 86. Overall length, 38 1/2". Price: $900.00
A W.W.II ERA JAPANESE OFFICER'S SWORD (KATANA) WITH MATCHING SCABBARD, ca. 1940: In overall very fine untouched condition with a sharp, smooth, 26 1/8", serialized (13,9XX) steel blade with a chisel-point, 98%+ of its original polish and no nicks or dents. Retains its very sharp original cutting edge, its brass collar at the ricasso and flute for it full length. Fitted with its original embossed brass Tsuba. Rare W. W. II period hilt with an embossed aluminum grip and an integrally cast braided cord wrap. Retains sharp contours with its original brass and copper fitting and its iron suspension-ring. Complete with its original, brown japanned/lacquered, W. W. II era, correctly numbered, steel scabbard. Very good with its original suspension ring, generally smooth, untouched, "orange-peel" surfaces and some loss of lacquering, spots of pitting and oxidation. In overall very fine untouched condition. A nice representative example of a scarce untouched W. W. II era Japanese Officer's Katana, ca. 1940. Overall length, 37 5/8". Price: $1,875.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FUSIL/CARBINE BAYONET, ca. 1760s-1770s: In overall fine condition. Tapered, double edge, triangular, 14", flat blade with a smooth gunmetal-gray patina with some light patches of discoloration: the base with an "IH" maker's mark and a crescent-shaped inspector's mark. Typical Brown Bess type (.66 cal) socket with a ring and matching smooth surfaces. In overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours and smooth surfaces. A very nice example of a rare Ordnance pattern Revolutionary War Period English Fusil/carbine Bayonet, ca. 1770. Overall length, 18". For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $750.00
A FINE 19th CENTURY JAPANESE TANTO WITH SCABBARD, ca. 1850-1900: In overall fine untouched condition with a sharp, smooth, 8", watered steel blade with a chisel-point, 90% of its polish with some sharpening marks and no nicks or dents. Retains its very sharp cutting edge, its brass collar at the ricasso and a faint waterline. Fitted with its original, brass, oval Tsuba. Finely enameled copper hilt with a floral cloisonne pattern with a blue background surmounted by green, white and pink chrysanthemum blossoms: one patch of minor loss to enamel. Complete with its original, matching copper-enameled scabbard with floral designs and a copper-alloy mum-form suspension loop: small patch of loss to enamel. In overall fine untouched condition. A nice representative example of a Meji period Japanese Tanto, with a fine quality watered-steel blade. Overall length, 12 1/2". Price: $1,475.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FUSIL BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 15 1/4", flat blade of typical English form. Closed ring, Brown Bess type socket (for a .66 caliber barrel) with a "Z" shaped lug-slot. Retains untouched, smooth steel gray surfaces with some scattered pitting/discoloration. In overall very good+ condition with sharp contours. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Fusil/Carbine Bayonet, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 18 1/2". Price: $675.00
A FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FUSIL BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 11 1/2", flat blade of typical English form. Closed ring, Brown Bess type, applied socket (for a .69 caliber barrel) with a "Z" shaped lug-slot. Retains untouched, smooth steel gray surfaces with some scattered light discoloration. In overall very good+ condition with sharp contours. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Fusil/Carbine Bayonet, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 15". Price: $475.00
A FINE CIVIL WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1858 BAYONET & SCABBARD, ca. 1860s: In overall fine untouched condition. The regulation, unmarked, triangular, hollow-ground, steel blade with smooth untouched gunmetal gray surfaces and some light discoloration/pitting. Integral socket with its original locking ring and matching age patina: marked on its side with a "U " over 394. Complete with its original blued steel scabbard with its leather and brass frog. Fine scabbard with smooth surfaces and some scuffing and worm holes. Overall a very nice and Complete American Civil War Period bayonet & Scabbard, ca. 1860s. Overall length, 22". Price: $325.00
A FINE 5TH-7TH CENTURY CELTIC SPEAR HEAD:: In overall very good untouched excavated condition with generally smooth, stable, untouched, dark brown surfaces, light discoloration and patches of pitting and loss. The Leaf-shaped, 8", thin blade of classic early European design with a well-defined medial ridge and nearly perfect symmetry, in form. Retains its original point and cutting edges: some significant nicks and/or marring. Complete with its integrally forged, hollow, conical shaft with a flared mouth. In overall very good complete, untouched condition. A very nice classic example of a European Celtic Spear Head, ca. 500-700 AD. Overall length, 11". From a Swiss collection. Price: $1,275.00
A VERY GOOD AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL 1774 BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, flat blade with a smooth chocolate brown age patina and sharp point, at the tip. The base of the blade with rounded shoulders and a "Brown Bess" type socket with an integral ring and an "L" shaped lug-slot. Retains smooth gunmetal/brown surfaces with some scattered light pitting/discoloration. In overall very good untouched condition with sharp contours and smooth surfaces. A very nice example of a scarce Revolutionary War Period Model 1774 "Charleville" Musket Bayonet. Overall length, 16 1/4". Price: SOLD
A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SOLDIER'S BELT-AXE TOMAHAWK, ca. 1750s-1770s: A VERY GOOD COLONIAL/AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BELT-AXE TOMAHAWK, ca. 1750s-1770s: In overall very untouched condition. The 5 1/2" x 3", unmarked, colonial-blacksmith made, "tomahawk" blade with its original cutting edge (several minor nicks to the cutting edge). Rounded poll with evident forge hammer marks and some minor nicks and dents from use. Of classic colonial blacksmith manufacture with clear forge-lamination marks and an untouched, nicely aged smooth patina with very good surfaces and a rich gunmetal-brown age patina. Well-made reproduction, 18 3/4", rounded, tiger-walnut haft with hand-carved contours. In overall very good+ condition. The blade with smooth untouched surfaces and a sharp cutting edge: the noted nicks to edge. Very nice haft with smooth surfaces and some handling marks. A classic example of a Colonial/Revolutionary War Period Belt-Axe Tomahawk, ca. 1750s-1770s. For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Overall length, 18 3/4". Price: $1,000.00
A RARE CHINESE DOUBLE SWORD WITH ORIGINAL TORTOISE SHELL & BRONZE MOUNTED SCABBARD, ca. 1850s: In overall fine untouched condition. The two, 15 3/4", traditional form, Chinese made, spear-point, sword blades with smooth steel-gray surfaces and their original, sharp, cutting edges. Both blades with untouched surfaces, a fine gray age-patina and some light patches of discoloration: 75% polish. Fluted and nicely carved, flush-fitting, light colored, hardwood grips with convex outer faces and flat inner sides: giving the appearance of a single rounded grip. Choice smooth surfaces and no significant chips, cracks or dents: sharp fluting with nicely aged wood surfaces. Finely etched and embossed bronze mounts adorned with various Chinese characters, Dragons and Floral scrolls. Of classic Oriental design and of fine quality make with a sharp attention to the embossed details. The mounts retain smooth, choice, brass-colored surfaces with some isolated patches of light wear: the sides of the pommels with loops for a missing suspension chain? Fine quality, Bronze mounted and Tortoise Shell veneered, wooden scabbard with finely embossed mounts, en suite with the swords'. In overall fine untouched condition with 75% of its Tortoise shell, some evidence of use/light wear and complete with its original, braided, red and yellow suspension-cord. Complete with its embossed brass frog, en suite with the other mounts. A Scarce, complete and authentic example of a Mid 19th Century Chinese Double Sword, ca. Of fine quality manufacture as indicated by the Tortoise shell scabbard and detail to the mounts. Overall length, 22 1/4" Price: $1,875.00
AN UNTOUCHED FRENCH MODEL 1872 SWORD BAYONET: In overall very good untouched condition. The single edge steel blade with a single cutting edge and top fuller/blood-groove. Retains 97%+ of its original polish. The top of the spine with a sharp "1872" French Arsenal marking and manufacture date, in cursive script. Regulation-type fluted brass hilt with integral cross-guard and a rear cut and steel spring release: for accepting the bayonet lug of a "Libel" rifle. Retains its original steel scabbard with ball finial and an untouched russet age patina with some scattered light pitting and heavy discoloration and active oxidation. In overall net very good untouched condition. The bayonet with a near excellent blade with nearly all of polish and virtually no flaws. Untouched scabbard with its spring release and oxidation and active rust. The hilt with a fine mustard age patina. Fair to Good scabbard with the noted pitting and oxidation. A nice example of Franco-Prussian War style French Bayonet, dtd. 1872. Price: $425.00
A FINE BRONZE AGE SHORT SWORD, ca. 1000 BC: In overall fine untouched excavated condition with smooth, stable, untouched, patinated Bronze surfaces: some discoloration, minor loss and patches of pitting. The Leaf-shaped, 11" blade of classic early European (Greek) design with a well-defined medial ridge and nearly perfect symmetry. Retains its original sharp point and cutting edges: some expected nicks from use. Integrally forged grip-section with a flared tang and a decorative embossed crescent boss. In overall fine, complete, untouched condition. A very nice example of an original Bronze Age Sword, ca. 1000 BC. Overall length, 14 1/8". Price: $1,975.00
A LARGE SIZE AMERICAN EXPANSION/CIVIL WAR PERIOD BOWIE KNIFE WITH ANTLER GRIP, ca. 1840-1860:: In overall very good+ untouched condition. The drop-point, 12", typical bowie knife form, handmade blade: made from a recycled file with generally smooth untouched surfaces, some scattered light staining/age-discoloration and a very good original cutting edge. Complete with its original, natural, deer antler grip with choice untouched slightly yellowed surfaces and some patches of wear from use. The grip with general signs of use and wear with rich and untouched surfaces and some vestiges of encrusted debris. In overall very good condition with some minor staining and scattered light pitting to the heavy and well made blade: sharp cutting edge. Very good grip with untouched, smooth, nicely aged surfaces. A nice and authentic Mid 19th century American-made "Bowie" knife, ca. 1840-1860. Of the type of knife often associated with the C. S. A., as such large sized "Homemade Bowies" were often carried by Confederate troops, as side-arms during the American Civil War. For similar examples, please see William A. Albaugh's: Confederate Arms", pg. 127. Overall length, 18" Price: $1,575.00
A VERY FINE COLONIAL AMERICAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD HANGER, ca. 1750: In overall very fine untouched condition. Imported (German?), runic-marker-marked, 28", single edge, curved blade with a single fuller for 3/4 its length and a reinforced back. American or English? made brass hilt with a large ball-type pommel, an integral bow-type knuckle-guard and a heart-shaped guard with a curved quillion. Rounded wooden (walnut?) grip with an untouched age patina, some scattered handling marks and 85% of its finish. In overall very fine untouched condition. The blade retains its original, sharp, cutting edge with smooth gray surfaces, some scattered light discoloration, a clear maker's mark and an even age patina. Very fine hilt with smooth, mustard-toned, untouched, brass surfaces: the face of the guard with an original, Colonial/Revolutionary War Period, "3" unit/rack number. A very nice example of a Classic Hanger of the Colonial/Revolutionary War, ca. 1750. Overall length, 34". For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $2,500.00
FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD PATTERN 1742 INFANTRY HANGER, ca. 1750: In overall near fine lightly cleaned condition. Regulation Pattern 1742, unmarked, lightly re-toned, single edged, slightly curved, 23 1/2", cutlass-form back-blade, with a top fuller approximately 3/4 its length. Retains 55% of its polish with a lightly cleaned, smooth, re-toned, gun-metal patina. Heart-shaped, cast, brass hilt with a top-mounted quillon, a single-bar knuckle-guard and an integral rope-turned grip with ball pommel. The hilt/guard In overall fine+ original condition with a lightly re-toned brass surfaces and a "C-2" marking its face. The blade with smooth surfaces and a sharp edge: some scattered light discoloration and salt & pepper pitting. A very nice example of a Regulation Pattern 1742 French & Indian War English Infantry Hanger. Overall length 29 1/4". Price: $1,985.00
REGIMENTALLY MARKED FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD PATTERN 1742 INFANTRY HANGER, ca. 1750: In overall very good, untouched condition. Regulation Pattern 1742, unmarked, single edged, slightly curved, 23 1/2", cutlass-form back-blade, with a top fuller approximately 3/4 its length. Retains 45% of its polish with a smooth, lightly toned, gun-metal gray age patina and scattered light pitting. Heart-shaped, cast, brass hilt, of regulation form with a top-mounted quillon (removed), a single-bar knuckle-guard and an integral rope-turned grip with ball-shaped pommel. The hilt/guard in overall very good+ original condition with dark mustard brass surfaces and a "PDC"/25 Regimental marking on its outer face. The blade with smooth surfaces and a sharp edge: some scattered light discoloration and salt & pepper pitting. A very nice example of a Regimentally Marked Regulation Pattern 1742 French & Indian War English Infantry Hanger. Overall length 29 1/4". For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's: Swords and Blades of the American Revolution", pg. 65, figure 10.S. Price: $2,350.00
A GOOD US MODEL 1816 SOCKET BAYONET, ca. 1820s: In overall good untouched condition. Regulation, 16", triangular blade with fluted bottom fullers, extending the full length. The top of the blade with flat, untouched surfaces. In overall good+ untouched condition with sharp contours. The open-neck socket with a "T" shaped cut and matching rust patinated surfaces. A good example of a US Model 1816 Musket Bayonet. Overall length, 18 3/4". Price: $175.00
A FINE & RARE NEOLITHIC PERIOD EUROPEAN STONE HAMMER, ca. 1000 BC: In overall very fine untouched condition. The 4 1/2", gray, hard-stone (Basalt) hammerhead with a hand-drilled, tapered and rounded socket aperture: as drilled with a stone drill. Retains smooth untouched, river-polished, gray surfaces with some expected light imperfections. Of somewhat triangular form with a pointed tip and a rounded back end. A well-made hand-crafted European Stone Age Hammer, ca. 3000 years old. In overall very fine untouched condition with choice smooth surfaces. Price: $1,375.00
A FINE WESTERN EXPANSION/CIVIL WAR PERIOD "BOWIE" KNIFE & SCABBARD, ca. 1850: In overall fine untouched condition. The 6", spear-point, double edged, Sheffield steel blade with a fine untouched age patina, some minor scattered pitting and light discoloration: 65%+ original polish. The right side with an original and clear "George Butcher & Co./Trinity Works/Sheffield/England" marking, of ca. 1850s. Finely checkered, cylindrical-form, black, horn grip with its original German-silver fittings. The cross-guard with rectangular quillons: the bottom pierced for the locking-stud, on the scabbard. Retains sharp checkering without nicks or damage: untouched age patina. In overall fine untouched condition with general signs of use. The blade with its original sharp cutting edges, some old scattered nicks and some scattered staining/light pitting. Fine grip with untouched surfaces: sharp checkering and a pleasing age patina. Complete with its original brown leather scabbard with smooth supple surfaces, some minor abrasions and wear. A very nice example of an authentic early "Bowie" Knife, ca. 1850. Overall length, 11 1/2". Price: $2,250.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN-MADE HORSEMAN'S HANGER/CUTLASS, ca. 1770s: Madewith a recycled, European, 31", curved, "back" blade with a "Tedersen Wilkin & Co." signature at the ricasso and a single top-fuller extending its full length. The cutting edge with its original hone and some very minor nicks. Retains a dark untouched, smooth age patina with some light scattered discoloration overall. American-made horn grip with carved flats, smooth surfaces and some old hairlines. Wrought iron hilt with a simply engraved shell-shaped guard and a "D"-shaped knuckle-guard. The top with an integral flat quillon and a curled finial. Nail type pommel of early, rough-cut, rose-head design. In overall very good untouched condition. The blade with smooth dark surfaces and its original cutting-edge. Untouched hilt with a dark age patina, some light discoloration and sharp detail to the simply engraved and punched design. Very good horn grip with dark, untouched, smooth surfaces and some minor age cracks/hairlines. An authentic American Revolutionary War Period Horseman's Hanger/Cutlass, dating to ca. 1770. Overall length, 36". For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution", pg. 182-183 . Price: $2,500.00
A FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD LONGLAND PATTERN/FIRST MDL. BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1750s: In overall good+ condition (as is). Regulation, triagular form, tapered, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. The wide (1 3/8") base with a visible Crown/5 Ordnance acceptance mark. Battle Damaged socket: missing its rear half with smooth brown surfaces, matching the blade's. In overall very good untouched condition, as is. Sharp contours, smooth brown surfaces and some light pitting and discoloration. A very nice untouched example of French & Indian War Period First Model Brown Bess Bayonet with what appears to be Battle Related damage to its socket. Overall length, 19 1/2". Price: SOLD
19th CENTURY SPANISH ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SWORD, ca. 1860s: In overall very good untouched condition. Curved, 22”, single edge, steel blade with a “Artilleria Fabrica de Toledo” marking on the ricasso. Retains its original cutting edge, 65% original polish with some moderate wear to the marks and light discoloration. Cast brass grip/hilt with a rope-turned grip and a D type knuckle-guard. In overall very good condition with smooth surfaces and lightly toned patination. Retains its original leather scabbard with brass fittings: heavily damaged with a tape repair and open seam. Overall length, 33 1/2". Price: $400.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD GERMAN? IVORY HILT CUTTOE, ca. 1760: German?, 20 1/2", blade with a single fluted fuller extending from the ricasso to the clip point. Very good smooth surfaces with 75% polish and sharp edges: engraved with a worn boar hunting scene. Fluted and carved ivory grip with lightly embossed bronze fittings: an "S"-shaped cross-guard with rounded quillons and lion's face pommel (worn). In overall very good condition. The blade with smooth surfaces and some scattered pitting. Very good grip with slightly worn carving and some minor chips. The blade with 75% original polish and some pitting. A nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Ivory Hilt Cuttoe, ca. 1760. Overall length, 26". For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $1,000.00
A GOOD PATTERN 1897 GEORGE VII W. W. I OFFICER'S SWORD, ca. 1915: In overall net good untouched condition with a single edge, straight, "Proved", acid etched, steel blade with heavy surface discoloration and wear to engraved and etched scrolls and martial motifs. The blade with its original (dulled) cutting edge and some minor nicks, abrasions and wear. Regulation pattern sheet-steel guard with a large knuckle-bow and a lightly engraved cross-guard. The sharkskin wrapped grip with some wear and missing its braided grip-binding. The pommel with oval aperture for the missing portapee. Complete with its Field-type wood and leather scabbard: the tip with loss and damage to the leather wrap and wooden body. A nice untouched example of a World War I era Pattern 1897 English officer's sword, ca. 1915. Price: $500.00
AN AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall good condition. Tapered, triangular-form, flat blade of Dutch design. The collared socket of Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot. Smooth brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration and scattered pitting. In overall good condition with some with a working-life adaptation to the socket, for a smaller musket. A very nice example of an American Revolutionary War Period Bayonet. Overall length, 15 1/2". Price: $350.00
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR AUSTRIAN LORENZ RIFLE BAYONET, ca. 1861: In overall very good untouched condition. Fullered triangular-form, spear-point blade with full top and bottom flutes/blood-grooves. Collared socket with straight lug-slot and an integral notched ring. Retains a smooth untouched, brown age patina with some isolated patches of light oxidation. In overall very good condition with sharp contours and smooth brown surfaces. A very nice example of Civil War Period Austrian Lorenz Rifle Bayonet, ca. 1861. Such bayonets were ordered in Large quantities by both sides during the American Civil War, with a disproportionate number being used by the Confederacy. Overall length, 22 1/4". Price: $225.00
A RARE FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD LONGLAND/MARINE & MILITIA PATTERN BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1760s: In overall fine clean condition. The regulation, early form, triangular, 17 1/2", wide (1 1/2") iron blade with a flat top surface and a fullered bottom: the base with an "IG" maker's marks and a faint Crown/4 Ordnance acceptance mark. Regulation-form socket with reinforcing ring and "Z" shaped slot for lug. In overall fine condition. The blade with smooth, steel-gray surfaces, a sharp point and some light patches of discoloration: retains 40% of its original tinned finish (most likely for Marine/Sea Service use). Fine socket with matching patina and 75% original tin. A rare and early example of French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period Longland/Marine & Militia Pattern Brown Bess Bayonet. Overall length, 21 1/2". For similar examples please see G. C., Neumann's: Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $875.00
A VERY FINE GEORGIAN (RUSSIAN) IVORY HILT KINDJAL, ca. 1840s: Nicely crafted, unmarked, Caucasian-made, 16 1/2", double edged, straight, spear-point, steel blade with a long single fuller. Very fine smooth surfaces with 95% polish and sharp cutting edges: an old repaired nick, on the left edge. Fine quality and carved walrus ivory grip with engraved and embossed guilt bronze and silver niello fittings: silver cross-guard with rounded contours: some age-staining to the ivory. In overall very fine condition. The blade with smooth surfaces with much original polish and some light dark patches. The grip with slightly worn carving and a tight hairline: some expecting yellowing from age. Retains 95% original polish with sharp edges and a fine point: of very good quality watered steel. A nice example of Russian/Georgian Ivory Hilt Kindjal with its original leather black scabbard with iron and brass fittings. A large brass and iron drag with nicely polished smooth surfaces and a fine black leather body with some minor age cracks and 95% of its finish. Silver niello enameled suspension iron ring, en suite with the grip and finial of the drag. A very well made and fine quality Georgian kindjal, ca. 1840. Overall length, 21". For similar examples please see G. C. Stone's "A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration...of Arms...", pg. 358-9. Price: $1,875.00
A VERY GOOD FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD 1st MODEL BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1760s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 14", flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot: minor imperfections. Retains smooth gray-brown surfaces, with some patches of discoloration and scattered pitting. Of earlier form with a wider 1 1/4" blade- base with two worn Acceptance marks. In overall very good untouched condition with sharp contours, generally and smooth surfaces. A very nice complete example of an untouched French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Bayonet, ca. 1760s. Overall length, 18". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $675.00
A FINE AMERICAN-MADE COLONIAL PERIOD BELT KNIFE WITH WOOD GRIP, ca. 1760-1800: In overall very good untouched condition. The 3 7/8", single edged, hand-forged, clip point, steel blade with a dark untouched age patina and some forge roughness. Single piece, turned hardwood grip, with lightly oxidized aged surfaces, with several minor stains and hairlines. In very good untouched condition. The blade with its original sharp edge without nicks. Very good grip with smooth, surfaces exhibiting moderate signs of use and wear. A very nice example of a classic Colonial Period American-made Belt Knife, ca. 1770-1780. For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: Swords & Blades of the American Revolution, pg. 232. Overall length, 8 3/4". Price: $250.00
AN UNTOUCHED FRANCO PRUSSIAN WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL SWORD BAYONET: In overall very good untouched condition. The single edge steel blade with a single cutting edge and top fuller/blood-groove. Retains 97%+ of its original polish. The top of the spine with a sharp "1871" French Arsenal marking and manufacture date, in cursive script. Regulation-type fluted brass hilt with integral cross-guard and a rear cut and steel spring release: for accepting the bayonet lug of a "Libel" rifle. Retains its original steel scabbard with ball finial and an untouched russet age patina with some scattered light pitting and heavy discoloration and active oxidation. In overall net very good untouched condition. The bayonet with a near excellent blade with nearly all of polish and virtually no flaws. Untouched scabbard with its spring release and oxidation and active rust. The hilt with a fine mustard age patina. Fair to Good scabbard with the noted pitting and oxidation. A nice example of Franco-Prussian War French Bayonet, dtd. 1871. Price: $425.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN BROWN BESS-TYPE "COS" BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good lightly cleaned condition. Tapered, triangular-form, 15", unmarked, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. The collared socket of Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot. Retains smooth steel-gray surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration and scattered pitting. In overall very good condition with sharp contours, generally and smooth surfaces. A very nice complete example of an untouched Revolutionary War Period American Brown Bess Bayonet. Overall length, 19". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: SOLD
A FINE AMERICAN-MADE COLONIAL/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FOLDING KNIFE WITH HORN GRIP, ca. 1760-1770s: In overall fine untouched condition. The 3 1/4", single edged, hand-forged, steel blade with a smooth untouched gray age patina and some light scattered discoloration. Retains a smooth patina with a distinct forge-laminated pattern and its original sharp cutting edge. Fine horn grip with its original iron and brass securing rivets, its original back-spring and a mellowed age patina. Untouched, smooth surfaces with some minor handling marks and light wear. In fine untouched condition. The blade with its original sharp edge without nicks. A very nice example of an authentic Colonial/Revolutionary War Period American-made Folding Knife, ca. 1760-1770s. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution", pg. 173-174. Overall length, 4 1/4" or (7 1/2" extended)". Price: $875.00
19th CENTURY SPANISH ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SWORD, ca. 1860s: In overall very good+ untouched condition. Curved, 28”, single edge, steel blade with a “Artilleria Fa. Nacional de Toledo” marking on the ricasso. Retains its original cutting edge, 85% original polish with some wear to the marks and light discoloration. Cast brass grip/hilt with a rope-turned grip and a D type knuckle-guard. In overall very good+ condition with smooth surfaces and lightly toned patination. Retains its original leather scabbard with brass fittings: damaged. Overall length, 33 1/2”. Price: $400.00
A GOOD F& I/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH SMALLSWORD, ca. 1750-1770: In overall good condition with smooth steel surfaces. Hollow ground, 29" diamond form, plain steel blade with some scattered discoloration and pitting: minor irregularity to the tip. Simply molded plain steel hilt of typical smallsword form with a ball-shaped pommel, double shell-type guard, an integral knuckle-guard and cast and wire-wrapped wooden grip (cleaned and missing the grip-wire). In overall good condition. The blade with generally smooth surfaces and some patches discoloration, light pitting and wear. The grip with the noted loss of its wire and smooth oxidized surfaces with some minor handling marks. A classic example of a French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period, English Smallsword, ca. 1750-1770. For similar examples, please see George C. Neumann's: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Overall length, 35 1/2" Price: $500.00
A VERY GOOD AMERICAN-MADE COLONIAL PERIOD FOLDING KNIFE WITH SIMPLE HORN GRIP, ca. 1750s: In overall very untouched condition. The 4", single edged, hand-forged, steel blade with a dark untouched gray-black age patina and some light scattered discoloration-pitting. Generally smooth surfaces with some light oxidation and its original sharp cutting edge: minor nick at tip. Very good, simply carved horn grip with a turned finial a slot for the blade and a mellowed age patina. Untouched surfaces with some minor handling marks, scuffs and wear. In very good untouched condition. A nice example of an authentic Colonial Period American-made Folding Knife, ca. 1750s. For similar examples, please see Neumann & Kravic's: "Collector's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the American Revolution", pg. 173-174. Overall length, 4 1/4"/(7 1/2" extended)". Price: $800.00
A VERY GOOD REGIMENTALLY MARKED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD PATTERN 1751 INFANTRY HANGER, ca. 1760s: In overall very good+, untouched condition. Regulation Pattern 1751, single edged, slightly curved, 24", cutlass-form back-blade, with a top fuller approximately 3/4 its length and a clear "SH"/Running Fox marking of Samuel Harvey of Birminham, UK, was a noted contractor to the English Board of Ordnance, during the 18th century. Retains 45% of its polish with a smooth, lightly toned, gunmetal gray age patina and scattered light pitting: several minor battle related nicks to the cutting edge. Heart-shaped, cast, brass hilt, of regulation form with a top-mounted quillon (removed), a triple-bar knuckle-guard and an integral rope-turned grip with ball-shaped pommel. The hilt/guard in overall very good+ original condition with a fine mustard patina and a sharp "M. LEICESTER 5/76" Regimental marking. (The 17th Royal Leicestershire Regiment was first stationed in Boston, Mass. (1775), remained active throghout the War and was interned at Yorktown, VA. (1781). (please see A. Darling's: "Red Coat and Brown Bess", pg. 56) Very good blade with smooth surfaces, a sharp edge, some scattered light discoloration and salt & pepper pitting. A very nice example of a Regimentally Marked Regulation Pattern 1751 Revolutionary War Used English Infantry Hanger. Overall length 30". For similar examples please see G. C. Neumann's: Swords and Blades of the American Revolution", pg. 65. Price: $3,750.00
A FAIR CIVIL WAR PERIOD US MODEL 1858 BAYONET, ca. 1860s: In overall fair cleaned condition. The regulation, unmarked, triangular, hollow-ground, steel blade with pitted and cleaned steel surfaces with evidence of polishing and discoloration. Integral socket (missing its locking ring and screw). Overall a decorative example of an authentic American Civil War Period bayonet, ca. 1860s. Overall length, 22". Price: $100.00
A FINE 10TH-11TH CENTURY VIKING SPEAR HEAD: In overall fine untouched excavated (water-find?) condition with smooth, stable, untouched, brown surfaces, light discoloration and patches of pitting. The Leaf-shaped, 5" blade of classic early European design with a well-defined medial ridge and nearly perfect symmetry, in form. Retains its original sharp point and cutting edges, without significant nicks or marring. Integrally forged, hollow, conical shaft with a flared mouth and its original securing stud. In overall fine, complete, untouched condition. Most likely a "water find" example or excavated from ruins, as the surfaces do not exhibit extensive deterioration: the smoothness suggests a burial in an anaerobic environment. A very nice classic example of a Northern European Viking Spear Head, ca. 900-1000 AD. Overall length, 8". From a German collection. Price: SOLD
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FUSIL BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, triangular-form, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot. Retains lightly pitted steel-gray surfaces with some patches of light discoloration and scattered pitting/rust: the tip with some roughness. In overall very good untouched condition with sharp contours, generally and smooth surfaces. A very nice complete example of an untouched Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Officer's Fusil Bayonet. Overall length, 15 1/2". Price: $375.00
A GOOD+ WAR OF 1812 PERIOD PATTERN 1796 SWORD & SCABBARD, ca. 1800: In overall good+ to very good, untouched condition. Regulation Pattern 1796, unmarked, double edged, straight, 32 3/4", smallsword-type, steel blade with etched surfaces and a smooth untouched gunmetal patina. The engraving of martial design including a Royal Coat of Arms and a Crown/GR. Retains 55%+ of its polish with very good gray surfaces and scattered light pitting. Regulation, etched and embossed, P. 1796, Gilt brass/bronze hilt with an integral single-bar knuckle-guard, a folding rounded cross-guard and a faceted "pillow" pommel with turned capstan. The hilt/guard in overall very good+ original condition with untouched brass surfaces and 85% gilt finish. Complete with its original, braided silver rope grip-wrap. The blade with smooth surfaces and sharp cutting edges: some scattered light discoloration, nicks and pitting. A very nice example of a War of 1812/Napoleanic War Period English Regulation Pattern Sword. Overall length 39". Complete with its original, somewhat tattered and torn scabbard (missing tip) with crazed brown leather surfaces, various abrasions and some age stains. Price: $1,350.00
A FINE FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD EMBOSSED BRONZE HILT SMALLSWORD, Ex. G. C. Neumann, ca. 1760: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces. Hollow ground, 26 1/4" diamond form blade with a flat rectangular ricasso. Retains 55% of its polish with some scattered light discoloration. Deeply cast and embossed Bronze hilt of typical smallsword form. Complete with its original ball-shaped pommel, double shell-type guard, integral knuckle-guard and braided wire-wrapped grip. Deeply embossed with classic rococo scroll and putti designs. Retains its original braided-wire wrap wooden grip. In overall very fine condition. The blade with smooth surfaces and some isolated patches light discoloration: minor irregularity. A very fine example of French & Indian War Period, English or French Smallsword, ca. 1760. Overall length, 33". From the collection of George C. Neumann and accompanied by a letter of provenance. For similar examples please see, G. Neumann: "Swords & Blades of the American Revolution". Price: $2,875.00
A FINE WAR OF 1812 PERIOD BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1810s: In overall very good untouched condition. Tapered, reduced?, triangular-form, flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its entire length: the base with "Dawes" maker's mark and a 5 marking. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot . Retains smooth gray surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration. In overall very good+ untouched condition with sharp contours, generally and smooth surfaces. A nice example of an untouched Napoleanic War/War of 1812 Period Brown Bess Bayonet. Overall length, 15". Price: $350.00
NEAR EXCELLENT LATE CIVIL WAR/INDIAN WAR US MODEL 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD and SCABBARD, ca. 1860s-1870:In overall excellent untouched condition. The regulation, 29", spear-point blade with acid etched surfaces depicting a Stand of Arms, Cannons, Flags and an Eagle. Early type Model 1860 hilt, with a folding guard: the face embossed with an Heraldic Eagle and Stand of Flags. The sharkskin grip with its original banded gilt-wire wrapping. Embossed pommel with Eagle motif. Complete with its original nickel-plated scabbard with embossed brass mounts and three suspension loops. In overall excellent condition. The blade with 98% of its original polish and acid frosting, smooth choice surfaces and all of its acid-etched design. Clearly signed at the ricasso "Ridabock & Co., New York", which was established in 1847 (please see Robert Gardner's: "Small Arms Makers", pg.224). Hilt with 98% of its original finish, sharp details and an excellent grip and wire. Excellent scabbard with 98% of its plating: without dents or abrasions. An excellent officer's sword from the American Civil and/or Indian War Period. Overall length, 35 1/2". Price: $775.00
A REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SECOND MODEL BROWN BESS BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In overall good condition. Tapered, triangular-form, damaged, 12", flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its length: marked with an "N/3" marking, on its base. The collared socket of regulation Brown Bess design with an "L" shaped lug-slot. Retains smooth gray-brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of light discoloration. In overall good untouched, as is. An original Revolutionary War Period Brown Bess Bayonet, with possible Battle Related damage to its tip. Overall length, 17".. Price: $200.00
A REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN BAYONET BLADE, ca. 1770s: In overall good condition, as is. Tapered, triangular-form, 11 1/8", flat blade with a bottom flute/blood-groove for its length: of Dutch type design and made for an attached socket (missing). Smooth gray-brown surfaces, with some isolated patches of discoloration and pitting. In overall good untouched, as is. An original Revolutionary War Period American Bayonet, with possible Battle Related damage/loss to its socket. Overall length, 13".. Price: SOLD
A FINE FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD PATTERN 1742 ENGLISH INFANTRY HANGER, ca. 1750: In overall near fine condition with smooth lightly toned surfaces to the unmarkede, single edged, curved, 23 1/2", cutlass-form back-blade, with a top fuller approximately 3/4 its length. Retains 65% of its original polish with smooth gun-metal patina overall. Heart-shaped, cast, brass hilt with single-bar knuckle-guard and a rope-turned grip with ball pommel. The guard In overall fine+ original condition: repair to the quilon. The blade with smooth surfaces, sharp edges and some scattered light salt & pepper pitting. The brass hilt and guard with an untouched, toned mustard patina overall. A very nice and rare example of a Regulation Pattern 1742 French & Indian War English Infantry Hanger. Overall length 29 1/4". Price: SOLD
A FINE UNTOUCHED FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD SILVER HILT SMALLSWORD, ca. 1760-1770: In overall fine untouched condition with smooth surfaces. Colichemarde form , 32 1/8" steel blade with a flared ricasso and 90% of its polish: some scattered light discoloration. Cast and embossed, American? Silver hilt of typical smallsword form, with a fluted ball-shaped pommel, a double shell-type guard, an integral knuckle guard and a silver wire-wrapped wood grip. In overall fine untouched condition with some light tarnish and frays/loss to the grip-wire. The blade with smooth surfaces, sharp edges and some isolated patches of discoloration. Very good hilt with smooth silver surfaces and sharp detail to its simple embossed decoration. A fine, American made example of an F & I/Revolutionary War Period Silver Hilt, Smallsword, ca. 1760-1770. Overall length, 39". For similar examples please see, G. Neumann: "Battle Weapons...". Price: SOLD
	A REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD CHARLEVILLE BAYONET, ca. 1770: In overall good untouched condition, as is. Tapered triangular-form blade with a top blood-groove for 2/3 its length. The damaged socket with loss of its rear half . Retains untouched, pitted, brown surfaces with some patches of discoloration. In overall good untouched condition with sharp contours. A nice example of an untouched Revolutionary War Period Charleville Bayonet, with a Battle damaged socket. Overall length, 17". Price: SOLD
	VERY RARE AMERICAN-MADE REGULATION-TYPE REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD HORSEMAN'S SABER, ca. 1770s: In overall very good untouched condition. The unmarked, 24", curved blade with a single edge and fuller: a reinforced back. The brass hilt with a pillow-type pommel, a stirrup-form hand-guard with an upper quilon and a slightly flared cross-guard. Fluted horn grip with rounded surfaces. In overall very good untouched condition. The blade retains its sharp original edge, smooth dark surfaces and an untouched, even age patina: without nicks or dents. Very good hilt with a richly toned mustard patina overall: some looseness to the guard and pommel. Fine grip with smooth surfaces and minor abrasions and wear. A very rare example of a Regulation-Type American Revolutionary War Period American Saber, ca. 1770s. Overall length, 28 1/2". Price: SOLD