$2,460
Two U. S. Civil War-era Swords, c. 1852-65, a Model 1852 naval officer's sword with gilt-brass hilt, shagreen and wire-wrapped grip, engraved steel blade marked Ames Mfg Co./Chicopee/Mass and dated 1852 , and a presentation grade Model 1850 staff & field officer's sword with gilt-brass ornate hilt, engraved blade marked W./CLAUBERG/SOLINGEN with eagles and foliate designs. Provenance: Sold to benefit the acquisition fund of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-10-28