Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

August 26, 2023: Summer Americana - Day Three

Sat, Aug 26, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 2037

U.S. MODEL 1860 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD

Estimate: $100 - $200
Sold for
$216.75
Sold Price includes BP

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

U.S. MODEL 1860 STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER'S SWORD, double-edge etched blade with central "U.S." on one side and spread-wing eagle to other, ricasso marked "H.V. ALLIEN & Co. / NEW YORK", shagreen/sharkskin grip lacking wire wrapping, brass pommel with eagle on one side, and double guard, one of which folds, with spread-wing eagle to one and crossed arms and shield to the other, original steel and brass scabbard. Fourth quarter 19th/early 20th century. 37 1/2" LOA, 29 3/4" blade.

Condition

Good condition with some light verdigris to brass, several spots of rust to blade, heaviest at top of ricasso, scabbard lightly cleaned.

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From the estate of Mr. & Mrs. Martin D. Ballentine, Charlottesville, VA.