Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 134

The Collectibles Auction

Arms and Armor

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 922		Extravagant Repoussé Parade Shield. Spectacular Recreation ca. 1855-1860 of the Original Sigman Shield Made in 1552. Stunning parade shield based on the historic original masterwork crafted by George Sigman in 1552 and on display at the Victoria & Albert. This outstanding replica was made between 1855-1860 we impressive chasing and exceptional eye for detail. The highly ornamented obverse has decoration in two concentric circles having scenes from Roman history. The outer band is a continuous frieze of gods and goddesses and figures from military history symbolizing the foundation of Rome. The inner band consists of seven crowns and wreaths awarded for military valor. The central medallion is that of medusa. Superb age patina. A gilded inner band carries the maker's signature in Latin. Displays beautifully on the wall and measures 26 x 26" and is in remarkably fine condition. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,500
Lot 923		19th Century, 1863 Pattern Tower Percussion Musket Rifle and Powder Horn. A Enfield Tower model 1863 percussion black powder 58 caliber musket with walnut stock. This musket is stamped with the British Crown VR as well as the date, 1863 Was thought to have been shipped from Britain to the US for the Civil War. This Tower 1863 is in better than average condition with brass still having appeal and with the stock and barrel having a nice age patina. 48.5" in length. Also included is a powder horn that accompanied this consignment. Plug has minor chip and may be permanently affixed. But the horn has a fantastic patina as does the wood boot. Leather is present, loops being held in check with discreet black twisty-ties. But know the horn displays beautifully at 9.5". Estimated Value $900 - 1,200 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $875
Lot 924		Naval Officer's Dress Sword Model 1852, Trade Conqueror, N.S. Meyer Inc., with Star of David, Germany. Yes - US Naval officers dress sword, model 1852 (required years 1852 to 1942 then restored in 1954 as part of officers dress) N.S. Meyer sold blades from 1875 to 1992 with the Conqueror Trademark registered in 1935. Star of David with required PROVED slug in center at base of blade with Trademark and N.S. Myer on verso. Stainless steel blade absolutely gleams with no oxidation, the brass wrapped sharkskin handle in ace condition. Blade and scabbard approximately 31.5" overall length, 36". Some dings to the black areas of scabbard which hardly distract. Estimated Value $400 - 600 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 925		19th Century Buffalo Hunter's Powder Horn with Carved Plug Found Near Niobrara River South of Gordon, Nebraska in the 1940s. A nice find with quite a bit of provenance provided by family. 19th Century buffalo hunter's powder horn found near Gordon Nebraska along the Niobrara River. Horn was found by a Gary Ryder on the Jules Sandage Ranch Horn was then purchased in 1998 from Ryder's wife at an antiques show in Portland Oregon. All of this information on handwritten notes and tags. Powder horn is in found condition but very stout. Indeed sun bleached and weathered, but carved plug still intact. At mouth, obviously hide has disintegrated but the small, somewhat square tacks still intact. 10.5 in length and just over 2" at widest. Estimated Value $300 - 500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 926		Collection of 6 Hunting and Utility Knives Including Buck, Humvee, Whitetail, Coyote Cutlery. 1.) Vintage Coyote Cutlery "Fort Knox" Bowie knife with stag handle 14" with 7.5" blade (only the slightest wear) 2.) Vintage Humvee Bowie knife with wood handle. 12.25" with 7.25" blade. Slight evidence of use. 3.) Vintage Buck tactical knife with scabbard. 10" with 5.5" blade. (only the slightest wear) 4.) Vintage Whitetail Cutlery Model WT-173 with leather scabbard and original box. German stainless steel blade, made in Pakistan. Stag handle. 14.75" with 9.25 blade. Near to mint. 5.) Vintage Whitetail Cutlery Model WT-163 with leather scabbard and original box. German stainless steel blade, made in Pakistan, 9.25" with bade 4.5". Near to mint 6.) Vintage Franklin Mint Collectible Knife Southwest Mustang 6.5" with 3" blade and original case. Estimated Value $250 - 400 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold