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M1832 HORSTMANN & SONS FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD WITH SCABBARD

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 »

$950.00
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US M1840 SABER – AMES MANUFACTURE, 1848

US M1840 SABER – AMES MANUFACTURE, 1848

This specimen is a rarely encountered Model 1840 Civil War Cavalry Saber complete with steel scabbard and manufactured by Nathan P. Ames. This M-1840 cavalry saber is a nice original piece. Blade… (1304-13). Learn More »

$1,295.00
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PRESENTATION US MODEL 1860 CIVIL WAR STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEN. NELSON MILES; PRESENTED TO COL. HENRY H. ADAMS

PRESENTATION US MODEL 1860 CIVIL WAR STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD IDENTIFIED TO GEN. NELSON MILES; PRESENTED TO COL. HENRY H. ADAMS

Few American swords in existence have borne witness to more of the tragedy and triumph of American military history over a 40 year period, than this example. Nelson Appleton Miles was commissioned as… (1252-04). Learn More »

$35,000.00
ON HOLD

VERY NICE SHEBLE AND FISHER M1840 CAVALRY SABER

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 »

M1840 MOUNTED ARTILLERY SABER WITH SCABBARD – AMES, 1862

M1840 MOUNTED ARTILLERY SABER WITH SCABBARD – AMES, 1862

Here is an original, Civil War enlisted Model 1840 artillery saber in good condition. Made for artillery mounted units, this edged weapon is stamped on the obverse ricasso of the blade with a clear… (1304-01). Learn More »

$1,395.00
ON HOLD

U.S. MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD BY AMES, DATED 1862, WITH SCABBARD

U.S. MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD BY AMES, DATED 1862, WITH SCABBARD

This specimen is the classic Civil War Federal edged weapon that the U.S. Ordnance Department designated the Musicians' Sword, Model 1840. It is an early war, Ames Manufacturing Company contract sword… (2025-2013). Learn More »

VERY UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES – DATED 1859

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 »

NICE IMPORT M1840 CAVALRY SABER – TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK

NICE IMPORT M1840 CAVALRY SABER – TIFFANY & CO., NEW YORK

Original, early war, Model 1840 cavalry enlisted saber complete with original metal scabbard. The ricasso bears the stampings of PDL and of Tiffany & Company.  Enlisted sabers manufactured by… (1304-09). Learn More »

US MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD "HORS DE COMBAT"

US MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD "HORS DE COMBAT"

This remarkable relic was projectile struck on an un-named Civil War battlefield. There is no maker's name on this German import. The fine condition blade measures 31 inches in length and 1 1/8 inch… (1202-651). Learn More »

UNCOMMON M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY MILLARD – DATED 1862

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 »

ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD OF THE GLADIUS TYPE

ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD OF THE GLADIUS TYPE

This Roman inspired gladius-pattern short sword was a copy of the French "Modele 1816 d'artillerie". These "heavy artillery" swords were designed for foot artillery combat at the guns. Their specific… (2025-2336). Learn More »

AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, DATED 1864

AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, DATED 1864

AMES MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, DATED 1864 Classic Civil War cavalry saber made by Ames Manufacturing Company.  Sword is in overall very good condition. Blade is bright with just a few… (1304-25). Learn More »

RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD PRODUCED BY JAMES CONNING

RARE CONFEDERATE STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD PRODUCED BY JAMES CONNING

From the collection of the Texas Civil War Museum, this is a Confederate version of the US staff and field officer sword Model 1850. With a "CS" crudely cast and finished in the brass guard and other… (1268-559A). Learn More »

M1840 ARTILLERY SABRE BY ROBY WITH SCABBARD, BELT, AND ALLEGHENY ARSENAL PLATE

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 »

REGULATION CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER'S SWORD

REGULATION CIVIL WAR NAVAL OFFICER'S SWORD

Offered is a very nice US regulation Model 1852 Naval officer's sword. This one was type imported during the Civil War by a veritable host of US arms dealers like SCHUYLER HARTLEY & GRAHAM, NEW… (1284-07). Learn More »

$225.00
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INSCRIBED PRESENTATION SWORD OF COLONEL, LATER GENERAL JAMES H. LANE: THREE TIMES WOUNDED; SERVED FROM BIG BETHEL TO APPOMATTOX, INCLUDING PICKETT’S CHARGE

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

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 CONFEDERATE LIGHT ARTILLERY SWORD MADE BY THOMAS GRISWOLD & CO. NEW ORLEANS

A CONFEDERATE LIGHT ARTILLERY SWORD MADE BY THOMAS GRISWOLD & CO. NEW ORLEANS

The company descended from James N. Hyde & Co. established in New Orleans in 1816 or 1817 as a branch of Hyde & Nevins of New York City.  By 1861 the firm included Henry Thomas, Jr.,… (1268-506). Learn More »

EMERSON AND SILVER 1864 DATED CAVALRY SABER

EMERSON AND SILVER 1864 DATED CAVALRY SABER

This regulation Union cavalry enlistedman’s saber is complete with scabbard and in very good condition with an untouched brass hilt having the full leather grip wrap with twisted brass wire binding… (1202-439). Learn More »

HIGH QUALITY GROUPING BELONGING TO THE COLONEL OF THE 2ND CALIFORNIA CAVALRY

HIGH QUALITY GROUPING BELONGING TO THE COLONEL OF THE 2ND CALIFORNIA CAVALRY

The William Jones collection consists of his frock coat, his trousers, his sash, his waist belt and his 2 swords as well as a plethora of military papers. THE REGIMENT: Initially let me direct you to… (1268-1007). Learn More »

$18,500.00
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ONE OF GENERAL PHILIP SHERIDAN'S SWORDS

ONE OF GENERAL PHILIP SHERIDAN'S SWORDS

This sword of General Philip Sheridan was presented by him personally to Thomas Donaldson, of The Smithsonian Institution. The German imported sword was owned by General Sheridan early in his career… (1268-373). Learn More »

$45,000.00
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A FINE SAXON MODEL 1873 ARTILLERY SABER

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

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 »

IDENTIFIED MODEL 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD – LT.  JAMES H. WILLIAMS, 15TH MASS. INFANTRY

IDENTIFIED MODEL 1860 STAFF & FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD – LT. JAMES H. WILLIAMS, 15TH MASS. INFANTRY

This very nice Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer’s Sword by Bent & Bush, Boston, Mass. It is a very fine example of the pattern. The cast and brass hilt is loaded with original gilt and the… (2025-412). Learn More »

IDENTIFIED HORSTMANN CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER CARRIED BY GEORGE BRECK, NEW YORK LIGHT ARTILLERY

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 »

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE ENLISTED CAVALRY SABER WITH WOOD SCABBARD BY KRAFT, GOLDSCHMIDT AND KRAFT OR HAMMOND MARSHALL

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 »

SCARCE 1859 DATED AMES “MODEL 1860” LIGHT CAVALRY SABER

SCARCE 1859 DATED AMES “MODEL 1860” LIGHT CAVALRY SABER

This 1859 dated light cavalry saber by Ames is in good condition, with undisturbed hilt with original leather and wire on the grip, a full-length blade with clear maker and inspector marks, and… (362-1262). Learn More »

A.W. SPIES “SCREAMING EAGLE” POMMEL SABER AND SCABBARD

A.W. SPIES “SCREAMING EAGLE” POMMEL SABER AND SCABBARD

This eagle-pommel saber bears an etched and gilt maker/retailer address behind the obverse langet: “A,W, SPIES / Warranted.” (The punctuation is clearly commas; the “warranted,” placed at… (362-1260). Learn More »

COURTNEY & TENNENT MARKED CONFEDERATE NAVAL CUTLASS BY MOLE WITH SCABBARD

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 »

$5,500.00
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US MODEL 1841 NAVAL CUTLASS & SCABBARD BY AMES DATED 1842

US MODEL 1841 NAVAL CUTLASS & SCABBARD BY AMES DATED 1842

Adopted in late 1841, this model cutlass was made by the Ames Manufacturing Company until 1846. In all a total of 6,600 cutlasses were produced. These saw service through the Mexican and Civil Wars.… (1268-675). Learn More »

SCARCE AMES 1860-DATED LIGHT CAVALRY SABER: MOST WENT TO VIRGINIA COURTESY OF BUCHANAN’S SECRETARY OF WAR, J.B. FLOYD

SCARCE AMES 1860-DATED LIGHT CAVALRY SABER: MOST WENT TO VIRGINIA COURTESY OF BUCHANAN’S SECRETARY OF WAR, J.B. FLOYD

This 1860-dated Ames light cavalry saber stands a very good chance of having been carried by a Virginia Confederate cavalryman. Of approximately 1,400 made that year and delivered to the U.S.… (362-1263). Learn More »

AMES MANUFACTURED MODEL 1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’d TO 166TH & 176TH NEW YORK OFFICER

AMES MANUFACTURED MODEL 1850 FIELD & STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD ID’d TO 166TH & 176TH NEW YORK OFFICER

This sword has a bright blade that exhibits light scattered mottling and very minor surface pitting in areas. The blade meas. approx. 32.00 inches long and is 1.08 inches wide at the ricasso. The… (2025-388). Learn More »

PRESENTATION AMES MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF LT. CORNELIUS BATCHELDER, 12th MASS, DATED JUNE 17, 1863, JUST TWO WEEKS BEFORE HE WAS WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG!

PRESENTATION AMES MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD OF LT. CORNELIUS BATCHELDER, 12th MASS, DATED JUNE 17, 1863, JUST TWO WEEKS BEFORE HE WAS WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG!

This sword bears a wonderful inscription to a newly commissioned officer from the men of his company, beside whom he had served as a sergeant through Antietam, Fredericksburg and other heavy… (1052-1130). Learn More »

AMES MODEL 1832 SHORT SWORD WITH SCABBARD AND BELT

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
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HANDSOME INSCRIBED MODEL 1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD IN EXCELLENT CONDITION - ALBERT G. NEWSON, 193RD NEW YORK INFANTRY

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

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 »

PAINTED ESCUTCHEON AND MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO MAJOR WILLIAM LAMBERT OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY & THE 27TH & 33rd NEW JERSEY

PAINTED ESCUTCHEON AND MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD ID’D TO MAJOR WILLIAM LAMBERT OF THE 15TH PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY & THE 27TH & 33rd NEW JERSEY

At top center is a large, full color, spread winged eagle sitting on a reddish brown fascine at the center of a sunburst and gold stars. Due to paint loss some of the stars are missing. The eagle’s… (945-353). Learn More »

$2,500.00
Originally $2,950.00

MODEL 1872 UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS OFFICER’S MAMALUKE SWORD

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

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 »

M1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, GUTTA PURCHA GRIP, PUBLISHED IN TILLMAN’S BOOK

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 »

NATHAN STARR 1818 CONTRACT CAVALRY SABER WITH METAL SCABBARD

NATHAN STARR 1818 CONTRACT CAVALRY SABER WITH METAL SCABBARD

Good condition, militia horseman’s battle saber is an original contract of 1818 piece made by the firm of Nathan Starr of Middletown, Connecticut. Some 10,600 sabers were contracted to Nathan Starr… (299-17). Learn More »

WK&C, SOLINGEN SHORT DRESS SWORD/HANGER WITH SCABBARD

WK&C, SOLINGEN SHORT DRESS SWORD/HANGER WITH SCABBARD

This is an interesting item, being a short ceremonial dress sword or “hanger” modeled after a bayonet. The sword is 23.5” long overall with 19” blade. Grip and cross guard are designed as a… (2021-170). Learn More »

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER

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

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 »

$495.00
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BEAUTIFUL AMES MANUFACTURE M1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD

BEAUTIFUL AMES MANUFACTURE M1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD

In 1852, the Navy Department adopted an officer sword which varied slightly from the previous model 1841 Officer’s Sword. The 1852 Navy Regulations described the m1852 Naval Officer’s Sword as a… (2024-1905). Learn More »

US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT

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 »

UNIQUE MILLER AND COMPANY M1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD

UNIQUE MILLER AND COMPANY M1850 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD

This M1850 staff and field officer sword comes beautifully etched and frosted with an ornately adorned scabbard. Etched with the Miller and Company of New York markers markings on the ricasso, the… (766-2033). 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

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

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 »

PHILIPPINE IGOROT HINALUNG WITH HIKOT: DAGGER/SPEARHEAD WITH OPEN SCABBARD

PHILIPPINE IGOROT HINALUNG WITH HIKOT: DAGGER/SPEARHEAD WITH OPEN SCABBARD

These broad bladed weapons could be used both as a dagger, chopper, or mounted on a pole for use a spearhead. Called a Hinalung, the handle is forged in one piece with the blade, simply folded round… (2023-800). Learn More »


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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 but possible it was imported to the US market. … (870-74). Learn More »

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