$6,765
Two Naval Swords, c. early to mid-19th century, a naval presentation sword with gilt-brass hilt, and bone grips with a silver inlay marked J.B. Wilson/Lieut. U.S.N. , steel blade engraved with foliate designs and a panoply of arms, a black leather scabbard with engraved brass throat and middle band, (missing the drag), and a Model 1841 naval officers sword with brass eagle pommel, (missing part of its hilt), bone grips, an engraved steel blade marked JOS STORRS with an anchor and circle of stars. Provenance: Sold to benefit the acquisition fund of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-10-28