CONFEDERATE BOYLE & GAMBLE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SCABBARD

CONFEDERATE BOYLE & GAMBLE FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SCABBARD

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$9,500.00

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Item Code: 1273-164

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A scarce Confederate foot officer's sword attributed to Boyle & Gamble of Richmond, Virginia, one of the South's principal sword makers during the Civil War. The pattern follows the U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword, interpreted with the distinctive features of Southern manufacture.

The cast brass hilt features a pierced guard of scrolling foliage and rosettes, with a raised leaf border along the outer edge and a deeply curled quillon. The knucklebow sweeps down to a domed pommel cap decorated with cast leaf work. The grip retains its original black leather and original twisted brass wire, and the leather is as fine as we have ever seen on one of these swords. An assembly mark ("8") is visible on the underside of the guard.

The straight, fullered 29 3/4" blade is etched on both sides with scrolling foliage and floral sprays, along with strongly Confederate martial panels. The obverse shows a shield bearing stars, superimposed on crossed cannon, a cannon barrel and a trumpet, flanked by flags. The Confederate battle flag, with its starred St. Andrew's cross, is crisply defined, and the opposing flag appears to be a First National flag. The reverse carries a similar flag panel with the Confederate battle flag, this time with the shield bearing the letters "CSA" in place of stars. The etching remains visible throughout under a soft gray patina.

The sword comes with its black leather scabbard fitted with brass throat, middle band with carrying ring, and drag.

Condition:  The grip is all original and in exceptional condition. The hilt shows an attractive mellow patina with copper tones and verdigris within the pierced work of the guard; the pommel cap has light dings and wear consistent with age. The blade shows an even gray patina with light scattered pitting. There is a period casting flaw visible about one inch above the ricasso. The etching remains clear. The scabbard leather has lost most of its original surface finish, leaving a smooth black finish, with the seam intact; brass mounts show age patina and small dents. Overall a solid, honest example of a Confederate officer's sword, with an outstanding original grip and desirable "CSA" and Confederate flag etching.  [ss][ph:L]

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