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K01.  SABER KNOT:  This is an unmarked, mint condition, never used saber knot for a cavalry saber. $330.00

U183.  CIVIL WAR MARINE OFFICERS' SWORD: This is a by far one of the rarest Civil War swords to be found, and it is in outstanding condition!  It is a Civil War United States Marine Corps Officers' sword.  After the John Browns raid on Harper's Ferry, the Marine Corps adopted the Army's M1850 Foot Officers' sword for their officers.  This is one of those swords, and appears to be one purchased by the Marine Corps supply system, if not the first.  There is much confusion about this style sword in the collecting community.  Often, the Marine Corps SNCO sword is mis-identified as being an officer’s sword.  The two swords have the same design with two main differences: the scabbard and blade length.  The officers' sword has ring mounts and a long blade, where as the blade on SNCO sword is shorter to accommodate the scabbard with the frog mount.  All SNCO M1850 swords purchased by the Marine Corps have been found to have numbers stamped in the guard.  Officer versions were privated purchases with the exception of the few initially purchased by the Marine Corps.   

This particular sword appears to be one of those examples the Marine Corps purchased., making it ever rarer!  You will see both the hilt and blade are marked with the number "No 1," which means this sword was purchased by the Marine Corps supply system.  It is an officers' sword due to the long blade length and the fact the scabbard design is the one with carry rings.  The blade is in outstanding condition and is etched "USMC" and maker marked with a "Kings Head" and dealer marking "W.H. Horstmanns & Sons  Philadelphia" and stamped "1."  The hilt is tight with a nice even patina and marked "No1", and the grip and wire are 100% complete with the leather washer. Scabbard is in great condition!  $5800.00

U127.  C. HAMMOND M1840 CAVALRY SABER:  This is a M1840 Cavalry Saber made by C. Hammond.  Hammond sabers were originally mis-identified  as being Confederate because they often had similar flaws common to a Southern made sword.   However, Hammond was a sword maker from Philadelphia, PA  between 1862-1864.  Hammond was primarily known as an axe and hatchet manufacturer--his firm provided thousands of axes and hatchets under contract to the Federal army.  This saber blade is perfect with no nicks, rust or pitting, and was never sharpened. The hilt and pommel cap have a nice original rich patina and are tight with no movement. The leather grip and wire are a high-quality re-wrap. The scabbard is the correct Philidelphia style for this sword  has the casting flaws common to a Hammond product.  Also it has the letter "S" stamped in the throat piece  One of the best I have found!  $1200.00

U169.  M1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD, MASSACHUSETTS OFFICER IDENTIFIED: This unmarked imported M1850 Foot Officer's sword is identified to Lt.. Parmenas E. Wheeler of "The New England Guards" "Co. H 24th Massachusetts Infantry.  The sword has a brass hilt and what appears to be a German Silver grip with no remaining wire.  The 31 1/2" blade is un-etched and has a double fuller.  The leather top-stitch scabbard is solid, but has some shrinkage and the drag is loose.  On the middle ring mount are two period tags identifying the sword to Lt. Wheeler.  With the sword is included a binder with copies of his military history, as well as the units history.   Wheeler initially enlisted as an assistant commissary sergeant and was promoted to 2nd Lt. on 1 Aug, 1862 , and to 1st Lt. 7 March 1864.  He was mustered out 12 Nov,1864 as 1st Lt. of Company "H."  His unit saw service in the battles of Roanoke Island, New Berne, Tranter's Creek, Kinston, Whitehall, Secessionville, Fort Wagner, Port Walthal Junction, Swift Creek Fort Darling, Drewry's Bluff and Petersburg.  $2100.00

U170. W.G.MINTZER, M1850 FOOT OFFICER SWORD:  This is a William G. Mintzer marked M1850 Foot Officer sword.  Mintzer was a Philadelphia dealer who sold M1850 foot officer only during the Civil War.   The hilt is tight with 100% original shark-skin grip and twisted wire, and has nice original attic condition patina.  The original red felt washer is present, and the blade is faintly etched "Mintzer Philadelphia."  There also in the number "6" stamped in the blade. The etching is light, but strong with muct original frosting..  The scabbard is complete with all matching fittings, and its stitching is complete, strong with just a little srinkage.  $2200.00

U175.  ROBY NCO SWORD, 1865:  This is a Roby NCO sword dated 1865.  The blade is bright with original frosting and is inspection marked "U.S. A.G.M. 1865."  The hilt has a nice untouched patina, which matched the patina on the scabbard mounts.  The scabbard is strong with a repair in the middle, which is very well  done.  The drag is also inspection marked "A.G.M." as well as on the guard.  $495.00

U180:   PROVIDENCE TOOL CO. CAVALRY OFFICERS SABER:  This is a very rare version of the cavalry officers saber made by Providence Tool Co. This saber can be identified to this company because of the unique engraving on the hilt. It is hand-engraved with emblishments on the inside and outside branches, outside of the knucklebow, and the pommel cap is engraves with laurel leaves and fancy work. The grip is wood with black leather and double strand wire, which is loose but all there. The grip is worn but complete. The hilt has great original patina. The blade is bright with no major problem, but is not marked. This is unusual because the few other known examples are marked. This could possible be an early version made prior to 1862, which would account for the wear. The scabbard has a dark brown patina and show heavy weather exposer on the drag. This saber is often missing from most cavalry officers saber collections. It came out of Donald Balls collection, and is a great addition to any collection.  $1975.00

U182.  OFFICERS' MAMELUKE SWORD, REGULATION OF 1825:  This is an early Marine Officers' Mameluke sword, which conforms to the regulation of 1825.  Most likely it falls between the mid 1820's -1830's.  The regulation of April 26, 1825 called for   "a plan brass scabbard sword or saber, with a Mameluke Hilt of White Ivory & gold tassel; extreme length of sword, three feet one inch & a half, curve of blade half an inch only.....the hilt in length (which is included in the extreme length of the sword) four inches & three quarters....width of blade one inch."    The reference to the hilt and star shape rivets being brass, and the acorn finials came in later regulation.  Other early Marine Mameluke swords have been found with globular finials. Additionally, many Marine officers purchased their sword  prior to approval of the Mameluke.

This sword has the plan brass scabbard for a pipeback (quillback) blade, which would date it to the early 1830’s when the US first used a pipeback  blade on the 1833 Dragoon.  The extreme length is three feet one inch & and a half with a curved blade of an inch as per regulations.  The hilt matched regulations at four inches & three quarters with globular finials associated with earlier versions,  and the blade is the prescribed 1 inch in width.  $3200.00

U192.  AMES M1840 ARTILLERY SABER, 1863:  This is an outstanding saber with a mint condition blade. It is an Ames M1840 Artillery; Marker marked; dated "1863" and inspection marked "ADK," and the pommel cap is inspection marked"D.R." The guard is tight with 100%original leather and wire, and has a pleasing patina. The blade is a screamer! The scabbard has a nice untouched patina and is inspection marked "ADK" on the drag, and marked with the number "52." This will be the center piece of any Artillery display.$2400.00

U199.  AMES M1840 CAVALRY SABER, DATED 1855:  This is an Ames M1840 Cavalry saber dated 1855, which is a rare dates since only 500 were delivered that year.  The hilt has great patina and is tight with original leather and wire, as well as the original white buff leather washer.  The pommel cap is double inspection marked " JH" and "R.H.K.W."  The blade is nothing less then perfect.   It is bright , AMES marked and dated 1855 and inspection marked "US JH."  The scabbard is dent free and marked "JH" on the drag.  $2700.00

U204.  USMC M-1875 MARINE OFFICERS SWORD:  This is an M-1875 Marine Officers' Mameluke sword with the original ivory handle.  The blade is marked "OEHM & Co. Baltimore." and etched "U.S. MARINES"   OEHM & Co. was in operation 1887-1912. Based on the etching, this is an earlier 19th century version of this sword dating to the 1887-1890’s and is rare to find.  The ivory has that nice aged patina one would hope to find.  There is a piece missing on the left-hand side.  This is not unusual because this was considered a weak spot and often hit the officer’s side as the sword was returned to the scabbard.  The original scabbard has the correct period finish with a brass throat, mounts and drag.  The drag is missing its screws.  $1395.00

U214:  NON-REGULATION NAVAL OFFICERS’ SWORD (STOCKTON BLUE):  This sword is often referred to as a Stockton Blue sword, but is more likely a Non-regulation Naval Officers’ sword.  It has a solid brass hilt, a beautiful bright blade and is complete with the original shark-skin covered wood scabbard.  The 29 ½” blade is etched with naval motif to include anchors and the letters “USN” and is Horstmann marked, and the white buff washer it original to the sword.  The scabbard is wood covers with shark-skin and has all the brass fittings, which have matching serial number 19.  The top and bottom fitting are missing their screws, and the center mount is missing its ring.  Other than that it is a perfect example of this sword. This is prices below market value:   $975.00

U215.  P.D.L. (P.D. LUNESCHLOSS) MODEL 1840 CAVALRY OFFICER'S SABER:  This is a P.D.L. Model 1840 Cavalry Saber like the one above with a few minor differences.  It is in great shape.  The hilt has a nice patina; the grip is 100% shark-skin with triple strand twisted dragoon wire.  The 33 7/8” blade retains its bright under a graying patina with crisp etching; US on one side and the Eagle on the other.  The scabbard has a nice patina with only one small dent.  The leather washer is complete and the hilt is tight.  Overall a great looking Officers’ saber!  $2400.00

U216.  M1850 STAFF & FIELD SWORD, SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM:  This is a M1850 Staff & Field sword by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham.  This firm imported and sold swords in many designed and often you will find both a maker and dealer named on Schuyler, Hartley & Graham sold swords.  However, this sword only has the Schuyler, Hartley & Graham markings, which is rare.  In fact, they had a Government contract for only 26 M1850 Staff and Field officers’ sword and this may be one of them.  The “US” basket designed hilt is tight with a pleasing patina.  The shark-skin grip and wire is 100% complete and tight.  The 32 ¼” blade is etched with crossed flags with the words “Stand by the Union, eagles and other military motifs.  The metal scabbard has a please patina and retains all the original brass fittings.  A very rare sword!  $2300.00

U220.  PDL MARKED M1840 CAVALRY SABER:  This is a PDL marked M1840 Cavalry saber with scabbard.  It is marked PDL on the blade and also has the number “15” stamped on the pommel cap and guard.  The hilt is tight with nice original muster-color patina.  The leather grip is 95% complete with 100% original wire, and the original leather washer is present.  The 36” blade is in great shape and never sharpened. The scabbard is the correct design with the screws for the throat piece, and has a nice even brown patina.  $675.00

U225.  UNMARKED M1840 CAVALRY SABER: Attic condition Model 1840 "Old Wristbreaker" heavy cavalry saber recently found. Model 1840 sabers were extensively carried by both U. S. and C. S. cavalry in the Civil War.  The famous Southern Cavalry Raider - Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest carried one as did many in his command. The patina on this one is outstanding!!  It is a deep/rich copper brown color. The hilt is tight, but all the leather is gone and all that remains is a few strands of original wire and some of cord wrap.  The 35 ¾” blade is bright with no problems, and shows evidence of being sharpened a long time ago.  The scabbard has a dark attic-condition patina and perfectly matched the patina on the hilt.  A real bargain considering like saber are priced at 650.00.  $575.00

U223.  UNTOUCHED, ATTIC CONDITION MODEL 1840 CAVARY OFFICERS WRISTBREAKER WITH GERMAN SILVER SCABBARD: This is a wonderful W. Clauberg made Cavalry Officers saber with strong, untouched condition hilt, grip, mounts and scabbard. The blade shows extremely deep etching in patriotic motifs. It is untouched, never cleaned and out-of-the-woods like we all prefer to find them.  The hilt is tight and retains all original shark-skin and wire. Even the fancy white buff washer is present.  This is an all-around great piece.  $5500.00

U228.  AMES INTER BELLUM PERIOD MILITIA OFFICER’S SWORD: This is a Militia Officer’s sword c. 1850-1860, which would have seen use in the Civil War.  The blade is marked: AMES MFG. CO/CHICOPEE/MASS and  is outstanding with strong etching with much original frosting.  The hilt, which would have been gilt, has a helmet head pommel, chain guard, and ivory grip. The cruciform cross guard has a shield shaped langet.  The central fuller is etched with floral motifs and the Federal style eagle.  The unmarked scabbard is dent free with acanthus leaf motif.  $975.00

U231.  MODEL 1840 MEDICAL STAFF OFFICERS' SWORD:  This is a M1840 Medical Staff Officers' sword.  It is in outstanding condition and has a blade that is near-mint.  It has the oval shape blade common to the Civil War swords.   It retains much original frosting and is etched "Medical Staff."  The hilt and scabbard have traced of original gilt, and  a nice even patina.  The  silver Ole English "MS" have taken on a dark patina, which add much to the eye appeal.  The scabbard is dent free and has a different style drag then and commonly seen.  On close examination it is obvious that this drag has been on the scabbard forever.  I do not know it is was a period replacement or placed on when the original owner purchased the sword, but it belongs with the scabbard. The patina matches.  There are no  maker marking on the sword or scabbard. $2550.00

U232.  AMES IVORY HANDLE MILITIA OFFICERS' SWORD:  This is an early version of the Ames Militia Officers' sword.  It has an ivory handle, which has the normal hair line crack on both sides.  However, it is very thight and no movement at all.  The is allot of original gilt on the hilt and scabbard.  The blade is marked "N.P. Ames/ Cutler/Springfield, which dates this sword to the 1840's.  The scabbard is also Ames marked.  The condition of this sword is outstanding. $3850.00

U234.  NON-REGULATION STAFF & FIELD OFFICERS’ SWORD:  This is a high end non-regulation Staff &Field Officers sword. The brass hilt has a rare design with Lady Columbia hold a shield with “US” on it and Eagle clutching her staff.  This hilt is tight with Shark-skin grip and triple strand wire.  The blade is Clauberg marked and mirror bright with crisp etching.  The scabbard is steel with brass mounts and a brass drag.  This is a rare design and not often seen, $4300.00

U236.  RARE SAUERBIER NON-REGULATION FOOT OFFICERS' SWORD:  This is a very rare non-regulation Model 1850 officer sword attributed to Henry Sauerbier, Newark, New Jersey. The original markings were removed, maybe by another retailer, but you can still see a part of the letter "B" from Sauerbier.  It has a beautifully etched blade with "US" on one side and a spread eagle on the other.  The hilt has a Phoenix rising out of the fire with "US" above it. The blade is very frosty. The leather washer is present.  The scabbard is leather with brass mounts, which have an exotic flame edge.  There is a swords just lke this featured on page 114 of Richard H. Bezdek's book Swords the American Civil War.

U237.  PRESENTATION QUALITY NON-REGULATION FOOT OFFICERS' SWORD:  This a Non-Regulation Foot Officers' sword, British patern 1827, without an American Motif on the guard, but a blade profussly etched with American motif .  This is a presentation quality sword in near-mint condition.  The hilt is tight with original  shark-skin grip and %100 original  wire.  The red leather washer is present and completely intact.  The blade is to outstanding.  It has a mirror finish, is Clauberg marked and is "Gold washed."  I added more picture because they just tell the story.  The scabbard is also in great shape with its original brown finish, brass mounts and brass drag.  $4400.00

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U222.  HIGH QUALITY CIVIL WAR OFFICER'S BOWIE KNIFE IDENTIFIED TO AN ANDERSONVILLE POW:   This is an ornate silver handle Bowie type knife with cast silver table cutlery handle, very similar to Sheffield type knives. The knife is over 12 inches long overall and the "Bowie" blade is 8 inches long with no visible markings. The silver hand guard has a rope design engraved along the edge and is marked "FOR THE UNION / DEC 2nd 1862" separated by the handle on the face. The ornate handle with floral and scroll design is inscribed with monogram "WHR" on one side and "Lt. W.H. ROBINS / 2nd / TENNESSEE / U.S.V." on the opposite. Lt. Robins served in the 2nd Tennessee Infantry Regiments, U.S.A.  He enrolled as a 1stSergeant and promoted to 1st Lieutenant, 2nd Lieutenant and to Captain.  He was evolved in several engagements and was captured at Rogersville and eventually sent to Andersonville.  He is identified on the Confederate Columbia Military Prison POW’s Richland, Camp Sorghum and Lunancy records.  This knife comes with a binder contain much historical information.  $2500.00