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BRITISH PATTERN 1908 CAVALRY TROOPER'S SWORD
These are the swords that fought World War I. This one is known as the "Mark 1". It is purely a "thrusting weapon" not designed for slashing and, after centuries, the last manifestation of British… (2026-610). Learn More »
M1860 AMES NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1862, WITH MATCHING SCABBARD
Here is a nice example of an Ames 1862-dated naval boarding cutlass for U.S. Navy seamen aboard ship during the Civil War. The cutlass and scabbard share matching numbers. The blade measures… (490-7511). Learn More »
$1,250.00
SOLD
IDENTIFIED SONS OF VETERANS SWORD WITH SCABBARD
The "Sons of Veterans" sword is a ceremonial weapon used by the Sons of Veterans (SOV), a fraternal organization founded in 1881 as the successor to the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) for the… (798-115). Learn More »
$600.00
Originally $800.00
SLOUCH HAT AND SWORD OF J.S. CLARK: ABOLITIONIST; 4th MAINE INFANTRY VOLUNTEER; 3rd US INFANTRY; COMMANDING US COLORED INFANTRY; FREEDMAN'S BUREAU AND A FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE 9th CAVALRY "THE BUFFALO SOLDIERS"
This wonderfully historic grouping originated from the U.S. Grant GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) Post 4, later the Melrose Memorial Hall in Melrose, Massachusetts 590 Main St. Chartered on February… (1284-32). Learn More »
THE MILITARY EFFECTS AND MORE OF MAURICE LEYDEN, THIRD NEW YORK CAVALRY
This grouping came directly from the Leyden family in 1998 and within a few months was in the Ray Richey collection. Maurice Leyden was 22 years of age when he enrolled at Syracuse in the military… (1268-777). Learn More »
AMES MODEL 1841 U.S. NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1842: FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION; FIRST CONTRACT
The 1841 U.S. Navy cutlass is scarce. Only 6,600 of them were made from 1842 through 1846. Ames sent three cutlasses of slightly different configuration to the Board of Naval Ordnance in November… (172-6124). Learn More »
FASCINATING CONFEDERATE "DOG RIVER" CAVALRY SABER
A no-doubt-about-it Confederate cavalry saber, complete with its original scabbard, falling into the “Dog River” category. William A. Albaugh a pioneer in the study and classification of… (1000-842). Learn More »
$3,950.00
ON HOLD
PRESENTATION AMES M1850 OFFICER’S SWORD OF LT. JOHN SYMMS (“SIMMS,”) 10th CONNECTICUT, MORTALLY WOUNDED AT THE BATTLE OF KINSTON, NC, DECEMBER 14, 1862
"I can only say, that I shall endeavor to merit the good opinion of the donors of this sword, and by God's help it shall never be disgraced." So responded Lt. John Symms on October 5, 1862, when… (2024-1799). Learn More »
$4,500.00
ON HOLD
REGULATION M1850 U.S. FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD BY AMES IN VERY GOOD CONDITION
This is a very good example of the Civil War regulation sword for line officers serving on foot, that is: Captains and Lieutenants of infantry, etc. This pattern was made regulation in 1850, is the… (1311-15). Learn More »
M1861 NAVY PATTERN ARMY CUTLASS
This is a rare Army cutlass. Ames received a contract from the Army on 18 January 1864 for 300 Navy 1861-pattern cutlasses. They were delivered on 10 February1864 and issued Col. William A.… (1306-10). Learn More »
M1852 PRUSSIAN NAVY CUTLASS BY GRAH OF SOLINGEN
This is a very impressive naval cutlass and is much heavier that the American cutlass made by Ames. This piece measures approximately 29” long overall with a 23.25” bolo-shaped blade. The blade… (160-590). Learn More »
MODEL 1818 BAVARIAN OFFICER'S SWORD
Bearing on the blade the monogram of Maximillion Frederick the First of Bavaria (Maximilian I Joseph, King of Bavaria | Unofficial Royalty). A rarely seen sword it is not unsimilar in design and… (490-4161). Learn More »
M1860 AMES NAVAL CUTLASS DATED 1862, NO SCABBARD
Here is a nice example of an Ames 1862-dated naval boarding cutlass that would have been aboard a U.S. Navy ship during the Civil War. The blade measures 26” long, 1.25” wide at the ricasso and… (1304-07). Learn More »
$495.00
ON HOLD
IMPORTED (CLAUBERG) US MODEL 1860 LIGHT CAVALRY OFFICER'S SABER
This saber was manufactured by the most highly respected Solingen, Prussia, and imported to the U.S. for use in the Civil War. The curved 35-½ inch blade is a gray dusky peppery patina with only two… (539-03). Learn More »
$1,350.00
Originally $1,800.00
A RARE US MARINE CORPS SERGEANT'S SABER
This scarce saber was manufactured by F.W. Widmann its designer. Andrew Mowbray, in his book THE AMERICAN EAGLE-POMMEL SWORD shows a specimen as figure 51A page 195. F.W. Widmann's company was… (1179-250). Learn More »
$3,650.00
ON HOLD
CONFEDERATE USED US MODEL 1832 ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD BY AMES, DATED 1856
This is a nice example of the US regulation Model 1832 short sword with its scabbard that shows not only some of the changes in the marking of these swords over time, but also a very Confederate… (2022-2377). Learn More »
$2,350.00
Originally $2,950.00
AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD INFANTRY SWORD, OR POSSIBLY NAVAL CUTLASS, 1795-1810
This iron hilted sword shows the “Republican simplicity” of many U.S. swords dating to the early Republic, about 1795-1810. It is unmarked and the grip is a simple cylinder of dark wood with just… (2022-798). Learn More »
$1,100.00
Originally $1,395.00
MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER – 1863 DATED
This mid-war production weapon is a M-1860 Light Cavalry saber. Considered a lighter, more maneuverable weapon than its predecessor the M-1840 “Wristbreaker,” the light cavalry saber weighed about… (2025-2703). Learn More »
RARE PATTERN 1896 MOUNTAIN ARTILLERY SWORD
Looking for all the world like a Napoleonic era sword this weapon is rather the British Military 1896 Pattern Mountain Artillery Sword. It was used by soldiers manning guns in mountainous areas,… (2025-2710). Learn More »
$650.00
ON HOLD
PAIR OF SWORDS IDENTIFIED TO 2ND LT./CAPTAIN/MAJOR HENRY R. DALTON
The first sword is a Model 1860 Cavalry Sabre by the firm of J.E. Bleckmann, founded in Solingen in 1808. The sabre has its scabbard and is in good condition. The leather on the grip is missing and… (2025-3340). Learn More »
RARE INSPECTOR MARKED REGULATION MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD BY AMES, ID’D TO 11TH US INFANTRY CAPTAIN & LATER BRIGADIER GENERAL JOHN W. AMES
This inspected regulation Model 1850 foot officer’s sword made by Ames. Overall the drawn sword meas. approx. 36.25” long from point to pommel. The blade itself measures 30.00” long with a… (2025-3342). Learn More »
SCHUYLER, HARTLEY AND GRAHAM MODEL 1860 STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD 1865-1867
The Model 1860 Staff Officer’s Sword was descended from the 1840 Foot Officer’s Sword and in turn morphed into the 1872 Staff and Line Officer’s Sword, both of which were called the Model 1860… (1306-07). Learn More »
FINE MODEL 1850 US STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD
This sword, complete with original brass mounted metal scabbard, was imported from France for commercial sale to officers in the US just prior to or during the War Between the States. The sword… (2025-2285). Learn More »
$1,495.00
SOLD
AMES MODEL 1832 SHORT SWORD WITH SCABBARD AND BELT
This Federal edged weapon is an Ames Model 1832 U.S. Foot Artilleryman’s short sword in wonderful original condition. Handsome and ruggedly made, this blade specimen is a product of the Ames… (490-919). Learn More »
$2,500.00
Originally $2,950.00
CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S CAVALRY SABER WITH BRASS SCABBARD, MADE BY THOMAS GRISWOLD & CO., NEW ORLEANS
The company manufactured swords to sell at retail on the New Orleans market. It is also known that Thomas, Griswold & Company made swords for the Confederate and various Southern state… (302-124). Learn More »
M1840 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES, DATED 1845
The Model 1840 Cavalry Sabre, commonly referred to as “The Old Wristbreaker”, was one of the edged weapons used by mounted forces before and during the Civil War. Produced by the N.P. Ames company… (789-11). Learn More »
M1840 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES, DATED 1857
The Model 1840 Cavalry Sabre, commonly referred to as “The Old Wristbreaker”, was one of the edged weapons used by mounted forces before and during the Civil War. The steel blade is curved with a… (490-6293). Learn More »
CIRCA 1812-1820 GERMAN HANGER
The blade of this interesting sword measures 26”. It has a main fuller running nearly the entire length with a secondary fuller approx. 18” of the length. The last 8 ½” of the blade has a false… (344-3245). Learn More »
$1,975.00
Originally $2,125.00
ITALIAN PIEDMONTESE INFANTRY SHORT SWORD, FASCINE KNIFE
This is a good example of the short sword or side knife issued to foot troops in the mid to late 1800s for use in constructing fortifications and clearing undergrowth, but also as a potential last… (462-327). Learn More »
$250.00
Originally $450.00
SOLD
HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT - BATTLEFIELD USED SWORD - CARRIED BY GENERAL NELSON A. MILES
Adopted in August 1860 for staff officers, this pattern of US Army sword was used by officers of the staff and by general officers. A mistaken designation as the “1860 staff and field sword,”… (1252-04). Learn More »
M1860 CAVALRY SABER, C. ROBY – 1863 DATED
A fine representative saber issued to countless Federal cavalrymen during the Civil War. Manufactured by the West Chelmsford, Massachusetts by Christopher Roby and Company, this saber was one of over… (1304-15). Learn More »
$1,450.00
ON HOLD
EXCELLENT M1840 CAVALRY SABER BY HORSTMANN
This is an attractive example of an original and rare Model 1840 heavy cavalry saber imported by the Philadelphia firm of William Horstmann. Clearly stamped on the obverse ricasso is the maker… (1304-12). Learn More »
$1,295.00
SOLD
M1832 HORSTMANN & SONS FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD WITH SCABBARD
The U.S. Model 1832 foot artillery short-sword is approximately 25” long overall with a 6” solid brass hilt, and a 19” blade. This model was the first sword contracted by the U.S. with… (1306-02). Learn More »
VERY NICE SHEBLE AND FISHER M1840 CAVALRY SABER
Manufactured by Sheble & Fisher, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sabers from this maker were supplied directly to state or militia units and were not Federally inspected. One author notes that the… (1304-28). Learn More »
VERY UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES – DATED 1859
This pre-war Ames saber specimen is the forerunner of the type issued to Federal horsemen during the American Civil War. Produced by the Chicopee, Massachusetts firm of Ames Sword Company, this weapon… (1304-23). Learn More »
UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY MILLARD – DATED 1862
Produced under the smallest government contract for sabers (10,000) by the D. J. Millard Company’s manufacturing center in Clayville, New York, this early production weapon is a M1860 Light Cavalry… (1304-14). Learn More »
M1840 ARTILLERY SABRE BY ROBY WITH SCABBARD, BELT, AND ALLEGHENY ARSENAL PLATE
This saber is an early, seldom seen ‘C. Roby’ enlisted Model 1840 light artillery edged weapon termed a Type-1. Blade exhibits the single, rare one-line maker address “C. ROBY & CO” but no… (707-04). Learn More »
INSCRIBED PRESENTATION SWORD OF COLONEL, LATER GENERAL JAMES H. LANE: THREE TIMES WOUNDED; SERVED FROM BIG BETHEL TO APPOMATTOX, INCLUDING PICKETT’S CHARGE
WHEN ELECTED COLONEL OF THE 28th NC, HIS OLD REGIMENT, THE 1st NC, “PRESENTED HIM WITH A SWORD, SADDLE AND BRIDLE, AND A HANDSOME PAIR OF GOBLETS…” We are proud to offer the sword mentioned in… (846-572). Learn More »
$59,500.00
Originally $69,500.00
1850’S AMES MILTIA OFFICER’S SWORD KNIGHTS HEAD AND MAMELUKE STYLE CROSS GUARD
This is a high-quality Ames militia staff sword with knight’s helmet pommel, mameluke style cross guard, and an engraved brass scabbard. This is a pre-Civil War sword produced circa 1850 by the Ames… (2025-673). Learn More »
A FINE SAXON MODEL 1873 ARTILLERY SABER
The 29 1/2-inch blade is marked on the ricasso: "WEYERSBURG KIRSCHBAUM & Cie SOLINGEN" while on the spine is a small crown over "RC". The blade has some scuffing but is otherwise in excellent… (2025-664). Learn More »
IMPRESSIVE 3rd NEW JERSEY - 1st U.S. HUSSARS - PRESENTATION CAVALRY OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SWORD KNOT, DEEPLY CAST AND CHASED HILT AND MOUNTS AND IMMACULATE BLADE ETCHING
This wonderful Union cavalry officer’s saber was presented by members of Co. H, 1st US Hussars to their 2nd Lieutenant, John H. Bamford on March 3, 1864, a few weeks before the regiment headed for… (2024-2368). Learn More »
$10,950.00
SOLD
IDENTIFIED HORSTMANN CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER CARRIED BY GEORGE BRECK, NEW YORK LIGHT ARTILLERY
Cavalry officer’s sabers carried by officers in the light artillery are not uncommon, particularly in volunteer units where regulations might be more loosely applied, and a cavalry officer’s… (490-5267). Learn More »
$3,950.00
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CLASSIC CONFEDERATE ENLISTED CAVALRY SABER WITH WOOD SCABBARD BY KRAFT, GOLDSCHMIDT AND KRAFT OR HAMMOND MARSHALL
This is a very strong example of the classic Confederate cavalry saber with wood scabbard identified by Albaugh in 1963 as a product of Kraft, Goldschmidt and Kraft of Columbia, SC. Some collectors… (1268-353). Learn More »
COURTNEY & TENNENT MARKED CONFEDERATE NAVAL CUTLASS BY MOLE WITH SCABBARD
Offered here is a very good example of a 25” long Robert Mole & Sons produced Confederate Naval Cutlass, marked by Courtney, Tennent & Company with its original scabbard. The blade is… (1268-683). Learn More »
HANDSOME INSCRIBED MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD IN EXCELLENT CONDITION - ALBERT G. NEWSON, 193RD NEW YORK INFANTRY
Here is a very handsome and inscribed, original Model 1850 Officer's Staff and Field imported sword complete with its original metal scabbard. On the scabbard mount of this Civil War edged weapon is a… (490-06). Learn More »
$2,400.00
Originally $2,800.00
CASED PRESENTATION SWORD OF LT. ASAPH O. DODGE, 16th NEW YORK, WITH BATTLE HONORS
This officer’s sword not only bears a presentation inscription on the upper scabbard mount and battle honors on the middle mount, it comes with its original gold bullion officer’s sword knot and… (1052-1134). Learn More »
MODEL 1872 UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS OFFICER’S MAMALUKE SWORD
The drawn sword meas. approx. 35.00 inches long. The plated blade itself meas. approx. 29.75 inches long x 0.75 of an inch wide at the ricasso. It has a central fuller that starts just above the… (150-354). Learn More »
$2,400.00
Originally $3,150.00
CONFEDERATE ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD WITH SCABBARD
This foot artillery sword, or heavy artillery sword, was made by W. J. McElroy in Macon, Georgia. Even though no maker marked examples of this exact type have come to light, both E. J. Johnston and W.… (2025-42). Learn More »
$3,995.00
SOLD
M1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, GUTTA PURCHA GRIP, PUBLISHED IN TILLMAN’S BOOK
Classic Civil War cavalry saber believed to be made by Gilbert Dubois in Napanoch, New York. Sword is in overall very good condition. Blade exhibits gray tone overall with a few darker patches. No… (870-470). Learn More »
EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER
If they gave out awards for crudely made cavalry sabers, this one would be in the running. The guard is simple flat iron, curving in a broad semicircle, with a simple hole in one end through which the… (490-6746). Learn More »
INDONESIAN – JAVANESE KRIS OR KERIS
A Javanese Kris showing a wider blade with fewer curves than some, gray in color, but showing very clearly an attractive watery pattern to the steel. The blade is deeply worked across the broad base.… (490-6917). Learn More »
US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT
The 1832 short sword had been specified for infantry sergeants and musicians as well as enlisted men of foot artillery. With the distribution of the 1840 sword patterns the sergeants and musicians… (2024-1766). Learn More »
NEAR MINT SILVER PLATED AND GILT-ETCHED EAGLE-POMMEL PRESENTATION 1902 OFFICER’S SWORD OF MAJ. ALFRED B. WELCH, 9th U.S. FIELD ARTILLERY
This is a beautiful high-end example of the U.S. 1902 officer’s saber made by Eickorn of Solingen in excellent to near mint condition. The hilt and guard are steel, as mandated in December 1902, but… (2024-2063). Learn More »
EXCAVATED CIVIL WAR US MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD
This pattern of sword for wear by musicians was part of the 1840 series of arms that included new patterns of cavalry saber, officer’s sword, non-commissioned officer’s sword, etc. This is similar… (490-6745). Learn More »
US ORDNANCE INSPECTED MODEL 1832/34 OFFICER’S SWORD
This is a very scarce US Model 1832/34 sword for officers of infantry, artillery and ordnance made by Ames on contract with the U.S. government for officers of the regular army and inspected by Major… (870-318). Learn More »
MEDAL OF HONOR FOR “EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM” – 1861 PRESENTATION SWORD OF LT. CHARLES JOSEPH MURPHY, 38th NEW YORK, MEDAL OF HONOR FOR BULL RUN, ESCAPEE FROM LIBBY, VOLUNTEER AIDE TO MEDICAL STAFF IN THE PENINSULA CAMPAIGN
This non-regulation officer’s sword bears an 1861 presentation on the obverse scabbard, “Presented to/ Lieut. C.J. Murphy, / by his friends / 1861” and a list of battles on the reverse… (1052-1131). Learn More »
INSCRIBED M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF ROBERT L. ORR, 61st PENNSYLVANIA, MEDAL OF HONOR FOR PETERSBURG
This Klingenthal made US Model 1850 foot officer’s sword bears a dead-real period inscription on the reverse of the scabbard throat reading: Robt. L. Orr / Independent / Greys. Orr had been active… (1052-1127). Learn More »
BEAUTIFUL GERMAN HUNTING SWORD
This German hunting sword has lots of gilt finish left on the brass mounts of the hilt and a very clean blade showing deeply etched floral and animal motifs, along with a poem, with etching showing… (2024-273). Learn More »
PRESENTATION AMES M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SCARCE ENGRAVED GILT BRASS FACTORY SCABBARD - CAPT. N. H. KEMP, 6TH & 1ST MASSACHUSETTS MILITIA
This Model 1850 foot officer’s is nicely etched by Ames on the blade ricasso and also stamped by the company on the reverse of the gilt brass scabbard near the throat showing the scabbard was not… (870-645). Learn More »
HIGH GRADE Ca. 1850-1860 GENERAL’S SWORD WITH UNUSUAL USA BLADE ETCHING BY LAMBERT, PHILADELPHIA, EX-KEVIN HOFFMAN
This sword comes from the extensive and esteemed collection of Kevin Hoffman, who classified it as a ca. 1850-1860 general officer’s sword. In support of that identification the sword still retains… (870-672). Learn More »
EXCELLENT CONDITION U.S. MODEL 1840 MEDICAL STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD
Offered here is a scarce and superb Model 1840 Medical Staff sword by N.P. Ames. The sword and scabbard measure approximately 37.5” overall. Blade is 30” long. Blade surface remains bright with… (362-1118). Learn More »
MEXICAN WAR INSCRIBED U.S. MODEL 1840 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD
Introduced into the army in 1841, these swords follow the general lines of the 1834 pattern in using a “cut-and-thrust” blade with a double-clamshell guard, but employ a spearpoint blade with… (160-182). Learn More »
RARE M1840 U.S. ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER MADE BY AMES BUT ETCHED AND RETAILED BY SCHUYLER, HARTLEY AND GRAHAM: THE ONE IN THE BOOK!
This is an extremely rare M1840 U.S. artillery officer’s saber made by Ames but etched and retailed by Schuyler, Hartley and Graham. Thillmann knew only of this one example, and until it was found… (870-637). Learn More »
$10,500.00
Originally $13,950.00
NON-REGULATION SILVER GRIPPED PRESENTATION SWORD BY SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM - LT. JAMES MOFFAT, 16TH NEW YORK CAVALRY
This presentation sword has very impressive deeply cast and chased mounts and silver gripped hilt. Schuyler, Hartley and Graham assembled and sold a wide variety of swords that were often highly… (870-653). Learn More »
$5,750.00
Originally $7,650.00
PRESENTATION SWORD FROM JAY COOKE, FINANCIER OF THE UNION, TO FELLOW SANDUSKY OHIO NATIVE LT. JAY COOKE SMITH, 101st OHIO, ADC TO GEN. CRUFT AND BRIGADE COMMANDER KIRBY, 4th ARMY CORPS: “…MOUNTED AND CONTINUALLY ON THE FRONT LINE” AT NASHVILLE.
This elegant and very high quality, non-regulation presentation staff and field officer’s sword was formerly in the renowned collection of Kevin Hoffman and is pictured both his book, “Swords of… (870-650). Learn More »
$5,625.00
Originally $7,500.00
BRITISH 1796 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER MADE FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET
This steel-hilted saber is modeled on the British 1796 light cavalry saber and the style was very popular in American mounted units from before the War of 1812 right into the 1840s. This has a very… (870-624). Learn More »
$2,395.00
Originally $3,150.00
M1832 FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD WITH SCABBARD, WITH MEYERSBERG SYMBOL ON BLADE
Manufactured: Solingen Maker: Weyersberg / Horstmann Year: Sword undated, scabbard 1861 Model: 1832 Size: 19.25 inch blade The W. H. Horstmann company had a strong association with the Gebruder… (870-466). Learn More »
$1,350.00
Originally $1,800.00
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EXCELLENT U.S. MODEL 1840 LIGHT ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SABER WITH MINTY ETCHED BLADE
This pattern was introduced in 1840 for all mounted officers other than cavalry, but with the introduction of the 1850 patterns it was limited to officers of light artillery, making it very scarce. On… (870-635). Learn More »
$12,750.00
Originally $17,000.00
SILVER GRIPPED CLAUBERG 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD
W. Clauberg of Solingen was a prolific (according to Thillmann, the most prolific) maker of swords for import into the U.S. Specializing in higher quality workmanship, their blades show up with many… (870-655). Learn More »
$2,295.00
Originally $3,050.00
VERY RARE 1834 ENGINEER AND MEDICAL STAFF SWORD BY HENRY BOKER, BELONGING TO BREVET BRIGADIER GENERAL JOHN HENDRICKSON, WHO LOST A LEG AT FREDERICKSBURG, 83rd NEW YORK VOLS (9th NYSM) AND 13th V.R.C.
New patterns of swords for the U.S. army were developed from 1832 to 1834. This elegant smallsword pattern (variously called by collectors the 1832 or 1834 pattern) was designated for officers of… (870-325). Learn More »
$3,375.00
Originally $4,500.00
US MODEL 1832 GENERAL OFFICER’S SWORD BY N.P. AMES CUTLER, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.
Manufactured: Springfield, Mass. Maker: N.P. Ames Cutler Year: Early Springfield address Model: M1832 Size: 31.5 inch blade Condition: VG-Exc Throat and drag mounts only. Unusual top mount with single… (870-319). Learn More »
$4,395.00
Originally $5,850.00
EARLY WAR U.S. CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER, 1840 STYLE, BY SMITH, CRANE AND COMPANY, NEW YORK, 1858 TO 1862
Smith, Crane and Company pieces are scarce. They were only in business from 1858 through 1862, retailing military goods in New York City. Their swords were imported, of German make and likely by… (870-263). Learn More »
$3,000.00
Originally $4,000.00
REMARKABLE SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEORGE WILLIAM GORDON (1801-1877), US CONSUL TO BRAZIL (1840-46) AND SLAVE TRADE OPPONENT
A remarkable sword manufactured by W.H. Horstmann & Co., New York after the Model 1834 US Revenue Cutter/Marine sword. Neatly engraved on the reverse folding guard, “Geo. Wm. Gordon / United… (870-60). Learn More »
$7,500.00
Originally $9,000.00
CIRCA 1850 MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD BY HORSTMANN & SONS, PHILA.
High grade, pre-war Militia officer by Horstmann with the unusual feature of no U.S. designs on the blade and a federal shield with 7 stripes and no stars on the scabbard. Manufactured: Philadelphia,… (870-208). Learn More »
$1,795.00
Originally $2,375.00
CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABRE IDENTIFIED TO CAPTAIN MARCUS A. MOORE, 1ST MASSACHUSETTS CAVALRY
Manufactured: Newark, NJ Maker: Sauerbier, Henry Year: Early Civil War Model: Model 1840 transitional with 1860 style grip Size: 34.2 inch blade, 1.17 wide, .353 thick This sword has all true Type 1… (870-159). Learn More »
$4,400.00
Originally $5,850.00
US MARINE CORPS OFFICER’S ENGLISH MADE MAMALUKE WITH IVORY GRIP
Manufactured: England Maker: Unmarked Year: C1820-25 Model: Mamaluke Size: 35.8 inch blade, 1.21 wide Condition: Excellent+ Tri-color blade - blue, gold and "white" of flat design. Ship's… (870-76). Learn More »
$6,000.00
Originally $8,000.00
IMPORT MODEL 1850 CIVIL WAR FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO COL. RICHARD M. CORWINE, MEMBER OF GENERAL FREMONT’S STAFF
Original Civil War Model 1850 Field & Staff officer’s sword in nice condition complete with its metal scabbard. Sword is unmarked and is no doubt an import item. It is identified by a… (870-157). Learn More »
$12,250.00
Originally $16,200.00
CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER BY FROELICH
This is a very early and possibly unique Confederate cavalry saber, possibly even a cavalry officer’s saber, by Louis Froelich. It uses a crudely cast, heavy, thick guard, with the side branches… (870-614). Learn More »
$7,500.00
Originally $10,000.00
MODEL 1840 GENERAL OFFICER’S SWORD – FRENCH IMPORT
Manufactured: France Maker: Klingenthal Year: CW Size: 32 inch blade This example is in excellent condition. Scabbard retains most of the original blue finish. Mounts and drag are high grade and cast… (870-350). Learn More »
$1,995.00
Originally $2,650.00
MAMALUKE SABER MANUFACTURED IN ENGLAND
Manufactured: England Maker: William Harvey Year: 1840 - 1850 Model: Mameluke Size: 30.25 Condition: VG Wonderful Mamaluke Saber manufactured in England. Most likely for a British officer… (870-74). Learn More »
$3,375.00
Originally $4,500.00
U.S.N. REGULATION SWORD BY JOSEPH RODGERS FOR C. HALL, NORFOLK, VA
This style Eagle hilt was described by the Navy in 1830 and became the pattern for the regulation Model 1841. Manufactured: England / Norfolk, VA Maker: Joseph Rogers & Sons Year: C1830s … (870-51). Learn More »
$6,075.00
Originally $8,100.00
US MODEL 1860 AMES CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER WITH WOOD LINED STEEL SCABBARD
Manufactured: Chicopee, Mass. Maker: Ames Mfg. Co. Year: Civil War Model: M1860 Size: 35 inch blade Condition: Excellent+ This regulation M1860 Cavalry Officer has the decorated guard with the eagle,… (870-122). Learn More »
$10,000.00
Originally $13,500.00
EXCELLENT CONDITION EARLY MARINE MAMALUKE WITH IVORY GRIP AND ENGRAVED SCABBARD
Manufactured: U.S. Maker: Unmarked Year: C1820-25 Model: Mamaluke Size: 29.25 inch blade 1.30 in. wide Condition: Excellent+ Sharply curved, single edged, blue and gold engraved blade… (870-72). Learn More »
$12,150.00
Originally $16,200.00
ITALIAN MANUFACTURED 1852 PATTERN NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD
An unusual pattern variant made in 1864. The maker or more likely the supplier’s name is on the top scabbard mount and reads: “V. Labruna/in/Napoli”. The grip is 3 7/8” long and topped with… (870-17). Learn More »
$4,050.00
Originally $5,400.00
RARE MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD PRESENTED TO LT. JAS. H. MOORE
A rare pre-war pattern of the 1852 naval officer's sword. Presented to: “Lt. Jas. H. Moore / U.S.N. /from his friend / Richd. W. Tyson / Feb. 12, 1857.” Manufactured: Philadelphia, PA; Maker:… (870-13). Learn More »
$1,995.00
Originally $2,650.00
WONDERFUL EARLY ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SILVER GRIP & PERSONALIZED BLADE
This massive iron-mounted saber is surely a one-of-a-kind early example dating from the Mexican War era. The huge broad blade is polished bright. No edge nicks. Etched on both sides with American… (172-5869). Learn More »
POST-CIVIL WAR 1859 CONTRACT USMC MUSICIAN'S SWORD BY HORSTMANN
This sword is patterned after the Ames manufactured 1859 Marine musician's sword but this post-war specimen was made by Horstmann of Philadelphia. The Marine version of the musician sword had a half… (1179-042). Learn More »
IDENTIFIED MODEL 1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SCABBARD – CHARLES F. HATCH
This sword measures approximately 34” long from point to pommel. The blade is 28” long. It has a wide stopped fuller that is 19” long and a narrow fuller that is 21 ½” long. The blade remains… (1179-074). Learn More »
MODEL 1841 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD IDENTIFIED TO SIMON BACKUS BISSELL
Simon Backus Bissell was born in Fairlee, Vt., on October 28, 1808. He was appointed Midshipman on November 6, 1824, Passed Midshipman on June 4 1831, and Lieutenant December 9, 1837. At the beginning… (870-63). Learn More »
$7,200.00
Originally $8,000.00
US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT
The 1832 short sword had been specified for infantry sergeants and musicians as well as enlisted men of foot artillery. With the distribution of the 1840 sword patterns the sergeants and musicians… (480-222). Learn More »
$2,250.00
Originally $2,500.00
IRISH LEGION, PHOENIX REGIMENT, 4th REGT EMPIRE BRIGADE, CORCORAN ZOUAVES, ETC.: PRESENTATION SWORD OF JOSEPH E. EBLING!
Joseph E. Ebling helped raise the Phoenix Regiment, recruited largely among men of Irish extraction in New York City and otherwise known as the Corcoran Zouaves, the Irish Legion, 4th Regiment Empire… (172-5736). Learn More »
VERY NICE US 1832 PATTERN SWORT SWORD DATED 1835 AND REGULATION 1839 PATTERN BELT
This is a really nice example of the U.S. artillery short sword and belt. Adopted by the army in 1832, this gladius-pattern short sword was a big seller for Ames to the U.S. and state governments,… (1052-42). Learn More »
MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER AND PORTRAIT ID’D TO 1ST LT. ANTHONY A. TAYLOR, 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT
This small group of items is identified to 1st Lieutenant Anthony A. Taylor of Company a, 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry who received the Medal of Honor for actions at Chickamauga. The first item in the… (945-352). Learn More »
$8,500.00
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ORIGINAL, BRASS-MOUNTED PRESENTATION-GRADE KNIGHTSHEAD MILITIA OFFICER'S SWORD AND SCABBARD
Here is a very fine presentation quality, imported 'Knights Head' style sword specimen made for the American militia market. Official regulations in the 1830s through 1840s called for infantry officer… (169-137). Learn More »
$3,950.00
Originally $4,950.00
VERY NICE PRE-CIVIL WAR MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD
Here is a very fine quality, imported 'Knights Head' style sword made for the American militia market. Official regulations in the 1830s through 1840s called for infantry officer swords to have a… (172-3830). Learn More »
IMPORTED M1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD BY HORSTMANN
This Model 1860 Staff sword is a post-war piece in fine condition overall. Though not maker-marked, this Prussian-made sword blade, by Gebruder Weyersberg, was one of thousands imported by Horstmann… (172-3225). Learn More »
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IMPORT MODEL 1850 CIVIL WAR FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO COL. RICHARD M. CORWINE, MEMBER OF GENERAL FREMONT’S STAFF
Original Civil War Model 1850 Field & Staff officer’s sword in nice condition complete with its metal scabbard. Sword is unmarked and is no doubt an import item. It is identified by a presentation inscription to R. M. Corwine, Aide-de-camp to… (870-157). Learn More »
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