Lot 915
Vintage Sabers. Three Civil War Sabers. 1) Non-Commissioned Officers Sword, overall length 39", dated "1864", blade stamped "U.S." with the initials "G.W.C." for the U.S. Government Inspector, blade verso stamped "Ames Mfg., Chicopee, Mass."; 2) U.S. Navy Civil War Officer's Sword, overall length 33", c. 1860s, blade stamped "Ames Mfg. Co., Chicopee, Mass." Blade is scuffed and pitted, markings are worn down. Sword handle splitting along left side.; 3) Model 1840 Cavalry Officer's Saber with Iron Scabbard, saber overall length 41", scabbard length 37". Blade and scabbard show extensive use and wear, leather handle split down the back. This grouping of sabers looks to have certainly seen their use in battle. Overall in good to very good condition.
Estimated Value $350 - 500.
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| Realized $552 |
