Premiere Firearms Auction - Day 3
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Historic Civil War 7th Illinois Infantry Inscribed Henry Lever Action Rifle<br>Estimate: $25000 - $5
Lot # 3000 (Sale Order: 1 of 769)
Historic Civil War 7th Illinois Infantry Inscribed Henry Lever Action Rifle
Estimate: $25000 - $50000
This is an example of an identified New Haven Arms Co., Henry Rifle that was manufactured in May 1864. The left side plate is engraved with the period, two-line, inscription: "Robert Spears / Co. A. 7th Ill. V.V.I.". This late configuration rifle has a blued barrel and integral 16-shot magazine. The barrel has a nickel-silver, half-moon, front sight and dove tail mounted folding rear sight with 900 yard center notch. The frame and buttplate are brass. The buttplate has the late pattern pointed heel introduced around serial number 4000. The left side of the stock and barrel are fitted with a special order sling swivel and sling hook loop. The walnut stock has a varnish "piano" finish. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "HENRY'S PATENT. OCT.16. 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS CO. NEWHAVEN. CT." in two lines ahead of the rear sight. The serial number, "5157" is stamped on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the frame. The serial number is also visible on the left side of the lower receiver tang and in the upper tang inlet of the stock (the buttplate could not be removed for inspection). All of the visible serial numbers match. The late, cap-head, buttplate screws and tang screws are correctly not serial numbered. The front sight collar and the nickel-sliver front sight are modern replacements. Extensive documentation with the rifle indicates that Robert Spears enlisted in the 7th Illinois Infantry Regiment in Mound City, Illinois in 1861. Spears served in Company A and re-enlisted as a veteran volunteer on December 22, 1863. He was mustered out of the service on July 9, 1865, in Louisville, Kentucky. A pension application included in the documentation states that Pvt. Spears was wou
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Estimate: $25000 - $50000
This is an example of an identified New Haven Arms Co., Henry Rifle that was manufactured in May 1864. The left side plate is engraved with the period, two-line, inscription: "Robert Spears / Co. A. 7th Ill. V.V.I.". This late configuration rifle has a blued barrel and integral 16-shot magazine. The barrel has a nickel-silver, half-moon, front sight and dove tail mounted folding rear sight with 900 yard center notch. The frame and buttplate are brass. The buttplate has the late pattern pointed heel introduced around serial number 4000. The left side of the stock and barrel are fitted with a special order sling swivel and sling hook loop. The walnut stock has a varnish "piano" finish. The top barrel flat is roll-stamped with the two-line legend: "HENRY'S PATENT. OCT.16. 1860/MANUFACT'D BY THE NEWHAVEN ARMS CO. NEWHAVEN. CT." in two lines ahead of the rear sight. The serial number, "5157" is stamped on the top barrel flat between the rear sight and the frame. The serial number is also visible on the left side of the lower receiver tang and in the upper tang inlet of the stock (the buttplate could not be removed for inspection). All of the visible serial numbers match. The late, cap-head, buttplate screws and tang screws are correctly not serial numbered. The front sight collar and the nickel-sliver front sight are modern replacements. Extensive documentation with the rifle indicates that Robert Spears enlisted in the 7th Illinois Infantry Regiment in Mound City, Illinois in 1861. Spears served in Company A and re-enlisted as a veteran volunteer on December 22, 1863. He was mustered out of the service on July 9, 1865, in Louisville, Kentucky. A pension application included in the documentation states that Pvt. Spears was wou
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Magnificent Cased Civil War Presentation Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer Sword with Silver Figural
Lot # 3001 (Sale Order: 2 of 769)
Magnificent Cased Civil War Presentation Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer Sword with Silver Figural Hilt
Estimate: $25000 - $50000
Horstmann & Sons presentation Staff & Field Officer Sword with gold plated Clauberg blade, silver Lady Liberty hilt and engraved scabbard. The scabbard is inscribed: "Presented to Capt. Jacob W. Clark / by the Members of the 59th Regt N.Y.V.". The sword has a 32-inch, spear point blade with a single stopped fuller. The Damascene blade is embellished with gold washed etching. The acid etched panels feature fine dry needle foliate decorations with stands of arms near the hilt. A panel on the obverse of the blade is etched with the motto: "Always Ready". The reverse is etched with a spread eagle with an "E PLURBUS UNUM" ribbon in its beak. The back of the blade is etched with gold washed acanthus leaves and "IRON PROOF". The reverse ricasso is stamped with the Clauberg standing knight trademark and "SOLINGEN" address. The hilt features a highly detailed silver figure of Lady Liberty. The figure wears a gold liberty cap, a mantle of stars and a breast plate set with a semi-precious stone. Liberty holds a sword in her right hand and a sheaf of wheat in her left hand. The gold-plated brass guard has a single branch and a dolphin head quillion. The guard features intricate, pierced, foliate decorations set with nine semi-precious stones. The silver plated scabbard has highly detailed, gold-plated, foliated mounts set with twelve semi-precious stones. The lower portion of the scabbard is decorated with an elongated U.S. shield with thirteen stars. The gold-plated drag mount is decorated with relief foliated engraving surrounding a "US" monogram. The drag features "US" in relief surrounded by relief cast foliate decorations. The hilt has a gold bullion officer's sword knot. The sword is complete
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Estimate: $25000 - $50000
Horstmann & Sons presentation Staff & Field Officer Sword with gold plated Clauberg blade, silver Lady Liberty hilt and engraved scabbard. The scabbard is inscribed: "Presented to Capt. Jacob W. Clark / by the Members of the 59th Regt N.Y.V.". The sword has a 32-inch, spear point blade with a single stopped fuller. The Damascene blade is embellished with gold washed etching. The acid etched panels feature fine dry needle foliate decorations with stands of arms near the hilt. A panel on the obverse of the blade is etched with the motto: "Always Ready". The reverse is etched with a spread eagle with an "E PLURBUS UNUM" ribbon in its beak. The back of the blade is etched with gold washed acanthus leaves and "IRON PROOF". The reverse ricasso is stamped with the Clauberg standing knight trademark and "SOLINGEN" address. The hilt features a highly detailed silver figure of Lady Liberty. The figure wears a gold liberty cap, a mantle of stars and a breast plate set with a semi-precious stone. Liberty holds a sword in her right hand and a sheaf of wheat in her left hand. The gold-plated brass guard has a single branch and a dolphin head quillion. The guard features intricate, pierced, foliate decorations set with nine semi-precious stones. The silver plated scabbard has highly detailed, gold-plated, foliated mounts set with twelve semi-precious stones. The lower portion of the scabbard is decorated with an elongated U.S. shield with thirteen stars. The gold-plated drag mount is decorated with relief foliated engraving surrounding a "US" monogram. The drag features "US" in relief surrounded by relief cast foliate decorations. The hilt has a gold bullion officer's sword knot. The sword is complete
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Outstanding Starr Arms Civil War Breech Loading Percussion Carbine<br>Estimate: $7000 - $9500
Lot # 3002 (Sale Order: 3 of 769)
Outstanding Starr Arms Civil War Breech Loading Percussion Carbine
Estimate: $7000 - $9500
One of approximately 20,600 percussion carbines produced by Starr Arms Company of Yonkers, New York circa 1862 to 1865. This carbine is a 54 caliber percussion, single shot with a falling block breech mechanism. The lock is marked "STARR ARMS CO. / YONKERS, N.Y." and the upper tang is marked "STARRS PATENT / SEPT. 14TH 1858" directly behind the hammer. The top of the barrel in front of the rear sight is marked "STARR ARMS CO YOUNKERS N.Y.", with the serial number appearing on the bottom of the barrel under the forearm and locking block. The left side of the breech is marked "HGS" and the left side of the rear sight base is marked with the letter "B". Fixed front and two leaf rear sights, saddle ring and staple mounted on the left rear of receiver, brass single barrel band (marked with a "U" and "B") and buttplate ("W" on tang) and smooth forearm and straight grip stock with no visible markings. In government tests of the Starr carbine, it rated higher than the better known Sharps carbines. The Starr carbine was issued primarily to Union cavalry troops in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and New York.
BBL: 21 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54 percussion
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 14267
Condition: Excellent. The barrel retains 95% original blue finish with some scattered minor spotting and pitting. The receiver, hammer and lock retain 90% plus bright case colors with a smooth gray present on the upper tang. The lever has mostly turned a smooth silver gray patina. The buttplate has an even aged patina. The wood is very fine with a few pressure dents on the left side of the forearm and overall, a few minor dents and dings. The markings remain clear. The mechanics are excellent.
Estimate: $7000 - $9500
One of approximately 20,600 percussion carbines produced by Starr Arms Company of Yonkers, New York circa 1862 to 1865. This carbine is a 54 caliber percussion, single shot with a falling block breech mechanism. The lock is marked "STARR ARMS CO. / YONKERS, N.Y." and the upper tang is marked "STARRS PATENT / SEPT. 14TH 1858" directly behind the hammer. The top of the barrel in front of the rear sight is marked "STARR ARMS CO YOUNKERS N.Y.", with the serial number appearing on the bottom of the barrel under the forearm and locking block. The left side of the breech is marked "HGS" and the left side of the rear sight base is marked with the letter "B". Fixed front and two leaf rear sights, saddle ring and staple mounted on the left rear of receiver, brass single barrel band (marked with a "U" and "B") and buttplate ("W" on tang) and smooth forearm and straight grip stock with no visible markings. In government tests of the Starr carbine, it rated higher than the better known Sharps carbines. The Starr carbine was issued primarily to Union cavalry troops in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and New York.
BBL: 21 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54 percussion
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 14267
Condition: Excellent. The barrel retains 95% original blue finish with some scattered minor spotting and pitting. The receiver, hammer and lock retain 90% plus bright case colors with a smooth gray present on the upper tang. The lever has mostly turned a smooth silver gray patina. The buttplate has an even aged patina. The wood is very fine with a few pressure dents on the left side of the forearm and overall, a few minor dents and dings. The markings remain clear. The mechanics are excellent.
Outstanding U.S. Contract Civil War Ball Repeating Carbine<br>Estimate: $5500 - $7500
Lot # 3003 (Sale Order: 4 of 769)
Outstanding U.S. Contract Civil War Ball Repeating Carbine
Estimate: $5500 - $7500
Manufactured by Lamson & Co., of Windsor, Vermont. Blade front and two leaf folding rear sight, with "S" marked at the rear of the barrel and "S/ E.G. LAMSON & CO./ WINDSOR.VT./ U.S./ HALLS PATENT/ JUNE .23.1863./ MAR.15.1864." on the left side of the receiver. A 7-round tube magazine is installed in the forearm, with an arm to manipulate the follower to the lower right of the barrel. A sling bar and ring are fitted to the receiver. Smooth straight grip stock, with a casehardened forearm tip, single barrel band, small inspection marks on the underside, an inspector cartouche on the left side of the wrist and a smooth buttplate. Delivered to the Ordnance Department in May 1865, these limited production carbines are considered to be Civil War weapons and are a key piece in an Federal Cavalry Carbine collection.
BBL: 20 1/2 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 50 rimfire
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Excellent plus, in virtually unissued, nearly new condition, showing 98% plus original blue and 99% casehardened finish. The barrel showing a well aged plum patina, and the case colors are bright and vivid. The stock and forearm have only very minor storage wear with crisp final inspection and sub-inspection marks.
Estimate: $5500 - $7500
Manufactured by Lamson & Co., of Windsor, Vermont. Blade front and two leaf folding rear sight, with "S" marked at the rear of the barrel and "S/ E.G. LAMSON & CO./ WINDSOR.VT./ U.S./ HALLS PATENT/ JUNE .23.1863./ MAR.15.1864." on the left side of the receiver. A 7-round tube magazine is installed in the forearm, with an arm to manipulate the follower to the lower right of the barrel. A sling bar and ring are fitted to the receiver. Smooth straight grip stock, with a casehardened forearm tip, single barrel band, small inspection marks on the underside, an inspector cartouche on the left side of the wrist and a smooth buttplate. Delivered to the Ordnance Department in May 1865, these limited production carbines are considered to be Civil War weapons and are a key piece in an Federal Cavalry Carbine collection.
BBL: 20 1/2 inch
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 50 rimfire
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Excellent plus, in virtually unissued, nearly new condition, showing 98% plus original blue and 99% casehardened finish. The barrel showing a well aged plum patina, and the case colors are bright and vivid. The stock and forearm have only very minor storage wear with crisp final inspection and sub-inspection marks.
Excellent U.S. Navy Jenks Breech Loading Percussion Carbine with Tape Primer<br>Estimate: $6000 - $8
Lot # 3004 (Sale Order: 5 of 769)
Excellent U.S. Navy Jenks Breech Loading Percussion Carbine with Tape Primer
Estimate: $6000 - $8000
Produced circa 1847 to 1849, this is one of approximately 1000 Jenks tape primer carbines made by E. Remington & Sons. Brass blade front and notch rear sights, with "P / W. JENKS / U.S.N. / RP / P / 1847 / CAST STEEL" immediately ahead of the loading port, with the distinctive gripping wings on the breech lever, which is marked "7/ 22" The lock plate is fitted with the "Mule Ear" style side hammer over the Maynard priming system, and is marked "REMINGTON'S / HERKIMER / N.Y.". Smooth straight grip stock with brass furniture, a saddle ring behind the trigger, an "RP" cartouche on the left side and "P" stamps on the upper tang, on top of the wrist and on the buttplate. Provenance: F.W. Roebling III Collection (tag present).
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54
Finish: brown/ casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: nsn
Condition: Excellent, with 98% of the deep, original brown finish on the barrel, showing a few light handling marks, a tiny amount of spotting and minimal bright edge wear. 95% plus crisp original case colors are visible on the lock, darkening slightly at the rear and on the hammer, with the brightest colors in the protected areas. Stock is excellent, with light handling marks and some white spotting on the varnish. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: $6000 - $8000
Produced circa 1847 to 1849, this is one of approximately 1000 Jenks tape primer carbines made by E. Remington & Sons. Brass blade front and notch rear sights, with "P / W. JENKS / U.S.N. / RP / P / 1847 / CAST STEEL" immediately ahead of the loading port, with the distinctive gripping wings on the breech lever, which is marked "7/ 22" The lock plate is fitted with the "Mule Ear" style side hammer over the Maynard priming system, and is marked "REMINGTON'S / HERKIMER / N.Y.". Smooth straight grip stock with brass furniture, a saddle ring behind the trigger, an "RP" cartouche on the left side and "P" stamps on the upper tang, on top of the wrist and on the buttplate. Provenance: F.W. Roebling III Collection (tag present).
BBL: 24 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54
Finish: brown/ casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: nsn
Condition: Excellent, with 98% of the deep, original brown finish on the barrel, showing a few light handling marks, a tiny amount of spotting and minimal bright edge wear. 95% plus crisp original case colors are visible on the lock, darkening slightly at the rear and on the hammer, with the brightest colors in the protected areas. Stock is excellent, with light handling marks and some white spotting on the varnish. Mechanically excellent.
Exceptional Extremely Rare Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Rifle with Merrill Breech Loading Alteration<br>
Lot # 3005 (Sale Order: 6 of 769)
Exceptional Extremely Rare Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Rifle with Merrill Breech Loading Alteration
Estimate: $14000 - $22500
This is an exceptional example of an extremely rare Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Rifle with Merrill Breech Loading Alteration. Only 100 specimens of the Model 1841 Rifle, Model 1842 Musket and the Model 1847 Cavalry Musketoon are known to have been so modified and surviving examples are nearly non-existent. The Merrill Alteration consisted of a six-inch long breech mechanism threaded into the original barrel breech and recessed into the stock. An operating lever catch was brazed to the top of the barrel between the breech and the rear sight. The nipple bolster was modified to accept a clean out-screw. The lock plate was modified so the rear lock screw could enter from the right side accept a breech reinforcing screw located just ahead of the hammer. The rear sight has a long-range rear sight with three folding leafs, graduated "1", "3" and "5" . This sight was installed with one of the Model 1841 Conversion. The original brass-tipped ramrod has been replaced with a steel ramrod with recessed trumpet-shaped head. Also part of the Model 1841 Conversions. All Merrill Breech Loading Alterations are rare. A Model 1841 Rifle with the Merrill Alteration is among the rarest and most desirable of the Civil War Breech Loading conversions. This is a standard Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Rifle; the barrel has a deep brown finish, the lock, hammer and trigger are casehardened, The rear sight, band springs and screws are blued. Sling swivels and ramrod are bright. The buttplate, patch box, trigger guard, side plate and barrel bands are brass. The stock is black walnut with an oil finish. The lock plate is marked: "HARPERS / FERRY / 1848" vertically behind the hammer and has the Eagle and Shield over "U.S." in front of
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Estimate: $14000 - $22500
This is an exceptional example of an extremely rare Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Rifle with Merrill Breech Loading Alteration. Only 100 specimens of the Model 1841 Rifle, Model 1842 Musket and the Model 1847 Cavalry Musketoon are known to have been so modified and surviving examples are nearly non-existent. The Merrill Alteration consisted of a six-inch long breech mechanism threaded into the original barrel breech and recessed into the stock. An operating lever catch was brazed to the top of the barrel between the breech and the rear sight. The nipple bolster was modified to accept a clean out-screw. The lock plate was modified so the rear lock screw could enter from the right side accept a breech reinforcing screw located just ahead of the hammer. The rear sight has a long-range rear sight with three folding leafs, graduated "1", "3" and "5" . This sight was installed with one of the Model 1841 Conversion. The original brass-tipped ramrod has been replaced with a steel ramrod with recessed trumpet-shaped head. Also part of the Model 1841 Conversions. All Merrill Breech Loading Alterations are rare. A Model 1841 Rifle with the Merrill Alteration is among the rarest and most desirable of the Civil War Breech Loading conversions. This is a standard Harpers Ferry Model 1841 Rifle; the barrel has a deep brown finish, the lock, hammer and trigger are casehardened, The rear sight, band springs and screws are blued. Sling swivels and ramrod are bright. The buttplate, patch box, trigger guard, side plate and barrel bands are brass. The stock is black walnut with an oil finish. The lock plate is marked: "HARPERS / FERRY / 1848" vertically behind the hammer and has the Eagle and Shield over "U.S." in front of
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Large Documented Historic U.S<br>Estimate: $15000 - $50000
Lot # 3006 (Sale Order: 7 of 769)
Large Documented Historic U.S
Estimate: $15000 - $50000
Measuring 12 feet 6 inches x 20 feet 6 inches, this U.S. garrison flag was specifically crafted and presented at the Lincoln-Douglas Debate on October 7th, 1858 at Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois. Over a 150 years ago the east side of Old Main at Knox College was the site of a significant episode in American history: it served as the fifth of seven sites for the historic Lincoln-Douglas Debates. On October 7th, 1858, Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas meet at the prairie town college for the purpose of debating one another during their political campaigns for the Illinois Senate seat. The debate primarily focused on the future of slavery and how slavery should be treated in future states as America expanded westward. Lincoln favored the complete demise of slavery. Douglas, while not pro-slavery, favored self-determination for newly formed states. The institution of slavery, proclaimed Douglas, was a state right and the federal government did not have the power to band slavery in the new states. Lincoln, however, did not believe that the country could survive as half slavery and half free, or Lincoln's famous "house-divided" position. Galesburg drew the largest crowd of the seven road show debates that had caught national attention thanks in part to the telegraph. It was the telegraph that allowed newspapers across the country, both North and South, to print the spoken words of Lincoln and Douglas for national consumption. At times, the newspaper articles reflected more of the paper's political viewpoints than the words of the speaker. While Lincoln did not win the Senate race, the debates helped propel him on the national stage to achieve victory in the 1860 U.S. Presidential race. During the historic Galesburg debate, this flag originally had 33 stars. The flag no
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Estimate: $15000 - $50000
Measuring 12 feet 6 inches x 20 feet 6 inches, this U.S. garrison flag was specifically crafted and presented at the Lincoln-Douglas Debate on October 7th, 1858 at Knox College, Galesburg, Illinois. Over a 150 years ago the east side of Old Main at Knox College was the site of a significant episode in American history: it served as the fifth of seven sites for the historic Lincoln-Douglas Debates. On October 7th, 1858, Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas meet at the prairie town college for the purpose of debating one another during their political campaigns for the Illinois Senate seat. The debate primarily focused on the future of slavery and how slavery should be treated in future states as America expanded westward. Lincoln favored the complete demise of slavery. Douglas, while not pro-slavery, favored self-determination for newly formed states. The institution of slavery, proclaimed Douglas, was a state right and the federal government did not have the power to band slavery in the new states. Lincoln, however, did not believe that the country could survive as half slavery and half free, or Lincoln's famous "house-divided" position. Galesburg drew the largest crowd of the seven road show debates that had caught national attention thanks in part to the telegraph. It was the telegraph that allowed newspapers across the country, both North and South, to print the spoken words of Lincoln and Douglas for national consumption. At times, the newspaper articles reflected more of the paper's political viewpoints than the words of the speaker. While Lincoln did not win the Senate race, the debates helped propel him on the national stage to achieve victory in the 1860 U.S. Presidential race. During the historic Galesburg debate, this flag originally had 33 stars. The flag no
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Excellent and Scarce U.S. Civil War Contract Lindsay Model 1863 Two Shot Rifle Musket<br>Estimate: $
Lot # 3007 (Sale Order: 8 of 769)
Excellent and Scarce U.S. Civil War Contract Lindsay Model 1863 Two Shot Rifle Musket
Estimate: $4750 - $5500
Developed in 1863 by J.P. Lindsay, this rifle used a "superposed charge" system to give the firepower of a double barreled rifle in the format of a single barreled infantry musket. Equipped with a single trigger and dual hammers and nipples, the barrel would be loaded with two full loads of powder and ball, with the right hammer firing the front charge, and the rear fired by the left, in that order. Only around 1000 were produced under contract to the US Army, and they were unpopular, due to the real and present danger of the first charge misfiring (bad primer, fouled powder, etc) and the second charge being obstructed and destroying the rifle. This reduced the survival rate of the rifle, making high condition examples scarce on the contemporary market. Blade front and 3-leaf rear sights, with the top of the breech section marked "LINDSAY / PATENTED. OCT. 9. 186", a pair of boxed "ADK" proofs on the left side of the smooth straight grip stock, and a "US" on the buttplate.
BBL: 41 1/8 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: N/A
Condition: Excellent, with a few very small areas of discoloration on the bright finish. The stock is very fine showing some dings and pressure dents, along with nice sharp cartouches. Mechanically tight. An excellent example of a very scarce Lindsay Model 1863 Double Rifle Musket.
Estimate: $4750 - $5500
Developed in 1863 by J.P. Lindsay, this rifle used a "superposed charge" system to give the firepower of a double barreled rifle in the format of a single barreled infantry musket. Equipped with a single trigger and dual hammers and nipples, the barrel would be loaded with two full loads of powder and ball, with the right hammer firing the front charge, and the rear fired by the left, in that order. Only around 1000 were produced under contract to the US Army, and they were unpopular, due to the real and present danger of the first charge misfiring (bad primer, fouled powder, etc) and the second charge being obstructed and destroying the rifle. This reduced the survival rate of the rifle, making high condition examples scarce on the contemporary market. Blade front and 3-leaf rear sights, with the top of the breech section marked "LINDSAY / PATENTED. OCT. 9. 186", a pair of boxed "ADK" proofs on the left side of the smooth straight grip stock, and a "US" on the buttplate.
BBL: 41 1/8 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: N/A
Condition: Excellent, with a few very small areas of discoloration on the bright finish. The stock is very fine showing some dings and pressure dents, along with nice sharp cartouches. Mechanically tight. An excellent example of a very scarce Lindsay Model 1863 Double Rifle Musket.
Fine Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Military Rifle with Sling<br>Estimate: $4500 - $6500
Lot # 3008 (Sale Order: 9 of 769)
Fine Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Military Rifle with Sling
Estimate: $4500 - $6500
This is an example of a Sharps New Model 1863 Military Rifle. Lawrence patent rear sight and block front sight with blade. The top of the barrel in front of the rear sight is marked "SHARP'S RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN" and "NEW MODEL 1863" behind the sight. The left side of the barrel just ahead of the breech is stamped "T.W.B.". The lock is marked above the hammer "R.S. LAWRENCE PAT. / APRIL 12th 1859", behind the hammer "C. SHARPS PAT. / OCT. 8th 1858" and on the left side of the receiver "C.SHARPS PAT. / SEPT. 12th 1848" marking. The left side of the receiver is marked with an "M" and "G" on the lower tang behind the trigger and on the lever. Blue barrel and casehardened receiver, lever and hammer. Mounted with a plain full length forearm with a metal forend cap and three barrel bands, sling swivel on the second barrel band, and straight grip stock with patch box, steel buttplate and sling swivel. The buttplate tang is stamped with a small "M" and the top of the stock by the butt is stamped "A.W.H.", "M.S.P." on the flat ahead of the lever and two boxed cartouches on the left wrist. Complete with an original leather sling.
BBL: 30 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 52 percussion
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: C33296
Condition: Very fine. The barrel retains 75% faded original blue with overall light spotting. The receiver is a mix of smooth brown and silver gray patina. The lock shows strong faded original case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The hammer has a smooth gray patina and the lever has a smooth dark patina. The patch box shows strong original case colors mixed with smooth brown patina. The wood is fine with scattered minor gouges, dents, dings and scr
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Estimate: $4500 - $6500
This is an example of a Sharps New Model 1863 Military Rifle. Lawrence patent rear sight and block front sight with blade. The top of the barrel in front of the rear sight is marked "SHARP'S RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN" and "NEW MODEL 1863" behind the sight. The left side of the barrel just ahead of the breech is stamped "T.W.B.". The lock is marked above the hammer "R.S. LAWRENCE PAT. / APRIL 12th 1859", behind the hammer "C. SHARPS PAT. / OCT. 8th 1858" and on the left side of the receiver "C.SHARPS PAT. / SEPT. 12th 1848" marking. The left side of the receiver is marked with an "M" and "G" on the lower tang behind the trigger and on the lever. Blue barrel and casehardened receiver, lever and hammer. Mounted with a plain full length forearm with a metal forend cap and three barrel bands, sling swivel on the second barrel band, and straight grip stock with patch box, steel buttplate and sling swivel. The buttplate tang is stamped with a small "M" and the top of the stock by the butt is stamped "A.W.H.", "M.S.P." on the flat ahead of the lever and two boxed cartouches on the left wrist. Complete with an original leather sling.
BBL: 30 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 52 percussion
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: C33296
Condition: Very fine. The barrel retains 75% faded original blue with overall light spotting. The receiver is a mix of smooth brown and silver gray patina. The lock shows strong faded original case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The hammer has a smooth gray patina and the lever has a smooth dark patina. The patch box shows strong original case colors mixed with smooth brown patina. The wood is fine with scattered minor gouges, dents, dings and scr
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Exceptional U.S. Model 1863 Remington Zouave Percussion Rifle<br>Estimate: $4500 - $6500
Lot # 3009 (Sale Order: 10 of 769)
Exceptional U.S. Model 1863 Remington Zouave Percussion Rifle
Estimate: $4500 - $6500
Produced circa 1862-1865, with "1863" dated components. Blade front and three leaf rear sights, with "STEEL H.S.L", "V/ P/ eagle head" and "1863" at the barrel breech and the side mounted bayonet lug at the muzzle. The lock plate is dated "1863" behind the hammer, with "eagle/ shield/ U.S.", "REMINGTON'S / ILION, N.Y." and "L" in front. The barrel is blue, casehardened lock and hammer with all brass mountings. Smooth straight grip stock, with a tulip head iron ramrod, "BH" and "HDJ" cartouches on the left side flat, a "B" marked brass patch box with extra nipple and a "U.S./ L" marked brass buttplate.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Near mint in unissued condition, with a few very minor dings on the barrel and pressure dents and dings on the otherwise excellent plus stock. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: $4500 - $6500
Produced circa 1862-1865, with "1863" dated components. Blade front and three leaf rear sights, with "STEEL H.S.L", "V/ P/ eagle head" and "1863" at the barrel breech and the side mounted bayonet lug at the muzzle. The lock plate is dated "1863" behind the hammer, with "eagle/ shield/ U.S.", "REMINGTON'S / ILION, N.Y." and "L" in front. The barrel is blue, casehardened lock and hammer with all brass mountings. Smooth straight grip stock, with a tulip head iron ramrod, "BH" and "HDJ" cartouches on the left side flat, a "B" marked brass patch box with extra nipple and a "U.S./ L" marked brass buttplate.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Near mint in unissued condition, with a few very minor dings on the barrel and pressure dents and dings on the otherwise excellent plus stock. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.
Rare Confederate Fayetteville Armory Percussion Rifle<br>Estimate: $20000 - $30000
Lot # 3010 (Sale Order: 11 of 769)
Rare Confederate Fayetteville Armory Percussion Rifle
Estimate: $20000 - $30000
This is an extremely rare example of a Confederate Model 1855 pattern rifle that was manufactured at the former Armory at Fayetteville, North Carolina. The Fayetteville Rifles were manufactured using parts and machinery captured from the U.S. Arsenal at Harpers Ferry. This is the standard late production 'Type IV' Rifle that had a total production of about 5,000. The Type IV Rifles feature a low profile lock plate, brass buttplate, trigger guard, barrel bands and forearm cap. The rifle is fitted with a three-leaf Model 1855 pattern rear sight and a correct straight-shank iron ramrod with tulip head. The Type IV rifles lack the brass patch box and sword bayonet lug found on earlier Fayetteville Rifles. The lock plate is dated "1864" behind the hammer and marked with an eagle over "C.S.A." followed by "FAYETTEVILLE" ahead of the hammer. The barrel is dated "1864" parallel to the bore just ahead of the tang and the left side of the barrel is stamped with "V / P / Eagle head" proof and inspection marks. The buttplate tang is stamped "CSA" ahead on the top screw. The right side of the front and left side of the rear barrel bands have the standard "U" marking. The stock is oil finished walnut. The left stock flat has a clear boxed inspection cartouche stamped vertically at the end of the flat. The Fayetteville Rifle was a high quality weapon that represented an improvement upon the Model 1855 Harpers Ferry Rifle on which it was based.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The barrel has a brown and gray patina with heavy flash pitting on the breech end and bolster. The lock and hammer show minor sights of some light cleaning, otherwise a
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Estimate: $20000 - $30000
This is an extremely rare example of a Confederate Model 1855 pattern rifle that was manufactured at the former Armory at Fayetteville, North Carolina. The Fayetteville Rifles were manufactured using parts and machinery captured from the U.S. Arsenal at Harpers Ferry. This is the standard late production 'Type IV' Rifle that had a total production of about 5,000. The Type IV Rifles feature a low profile lock plate, brass buttplate, trigger guard, barrel bands and forearm cap. The rifle is fitted with a three-leaf Model 1855 pattern rear sight and a correct straight-shank iron ramrod with tulip head. The Type IV rifles lack the brass patch box and sword bayonet lug found on earlier Fayetteville Rifles. The lock plate is dated "1864" behind the hammer and marked with an eagle over "C.S.A." followed by "FAYETTEVILLE" ahead of the hammer. The barrel is dated "1864" parallel to the bore just ahead of the tang and the left side of the barrel is stamped with "V / P / Eagle head" proof and inspection marks. The buttplate tang is stamped "CSA" ahead on the top screw. The right side of the front and left side of the rear barrel bands have the standard "U" marking. The stock is oil finished walnut. The left stock flat has a clear boxed inspection cartouche stamped vertically at the end of the flat. The Fayetteville Rifle was a high quality weapon that represented an improvement upon the Model 1855 Harpers Ferry Rifle on which it was based.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The barrel has a brown and gray patina with heavy flash pitting on the breech end and bolster. The lock and hammer show minor sights of some light cleaning, otherwise a
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Very Rare Richmond Confederate Sharps Carbine<br>Estimate: $16000 - $22500
Lot # 3011 (Sale Order: 12 of 769)
Very Rare Richmond Confederate Sharps Carbine
Estimate: $16000 - $22500
The marking on the barrel "RICHMOND,VA / 1862" at the rear of the barrel identifies this as one of the Sharp's carbines made by the Confederate government after it took over the Richmond factory of Samuel Robinson, who made the first 1900 of them. This carbine is one of the first 1,900. Two features that identify the Confederate Sharps, both those made by the government and those made by Robinson are the thin lock plate without the Sharp's pellet priming mechanism and the full length plate for the sling ring on the left side of the stock. Most of these also had a sling swivel on the bottom of the stock near the butt, as is the case with this particular carbine. The top of the barrel in front of the rear sight is marked "S.C. ROBINSON / ARMS MANUFACTORY", the lock plate is marked "S.C. ROBINSON / ARMS MANUFACTORY / RICHMOND, VA / 1862" just behind the hammer and serial number, "364" is marked at the rear of the lock and on the upper tang. Integral front blade and fixed iron rear sights and mounted with a smooth forearm with iron barrel band and straight grip stock with a brass buttplate and small brass disk on the upper left side marked "499". Attached to the saddle ring is a brass, personal collection tag. Almost all of these carbines were issued to Confederate troops from the day they were made until the end of the Civil War, many seeing very hard field use.
BBL: 21 3/4 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 52 percussion
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 364
Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a smooth brown patina with some scattered spotting, a small amount of minor pitting on the barrel, and the top of the breechblock is moderately pitted. The replacement barrel band is ill-fitting and is jammed over
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Estimate: $16000 - $22500
The marking on the barrel "RICHMOND,VA / 1862" at the rear of the barrel identifies this as one of the Sharp's carbines made by the Confederate government after it took over the Richmond factory of Samuel Robinson, who made the first 1900 of them. This carbine is one of the first 1,900. Two features that identify the Confederate Sharps, both those made by the government and those made by Robinson are the thin lock plate without the Sharp's pellet priming mechanism and the full length plate for the sling ring on the left side of the stock. Most of these also had a sling swivel on the bottom of the stock near the butt, as is the case with this particular carbine. The top of the barrel in front of the rear sight is marked "S.C. ROBINSON / ARMS MANUFACTORY", the lock plate is marked "S.C. ROBINSON / ARMS MANUFACTORY / RICHMOND, VA / 1862" just behind the hammer and serial number, "364" is marked at the rear of the lock and on the upper tang. Integral front blade and fixed iron rear sights and mounted with a smooth forearm with iron barrel band and straight grip stock with a brass buttplate and small brass disk on the upper left side marked "499". Attached to the saddle ring is a brass, personal collection tag. Almost all of these carbines were issued to Confederate troops from the day they were made until the end of the Civil War, many seeing very hard field use.
BBL: 21 3/4 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 52 percussion
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 364
Condition: Good. The metal surfaces have a smooth brown patina with some scattered spotting, a small amount of minor pitting on the barrel, and the top of the breechblock is moderately pitted. The replacement barrel band is ill-fitting and is jammed over
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Extremely Rare D.C. Hodgkins & Sons Confederate Percussion Carbine<br>Estimate: $13000 - $18000
Lot # 3012 (Sale Order: 13 of 769)
Extremely Rare D.C. Hodgkins & Sons Confederate Percussion Carbine
Estimate: $13000 - $18000
Although traditionally listed as being produced by D.C. Hodgkins & Sons of Macon, Georgia, more recent research by H.M. Madaus and reported by J.M. Murphy in "Confederate Carbines and Musketoons", indicates the carbines were made by Bilharz, Hall and Co. of Pittsylvania Courthouse, Virginia in late 1863 to early 1864. The quantity made for the Confederate government is estimated at between 400 and 700 and were, as expected, apparently handmade. Copied very closely to the Springfield Model 1855, this is a 58 caliber muzzle loading carbine with a 22 inch round barrel. The only visible markings are "CSA" on the top of the barrel at the breech and "P" below that on the left side. The carbine has iron mountings and an iron tulip head ramrod. There is a sling swivel mounted on the bottom of the barrel at the muzzle, and the barrel is fitted with a fixed pinched blade front and "V" notch rear sights. A sling ring is mounted on the front of the trigger guard. The barrel appears to have been finished brown with casehardening on the remaining parts. The carbine is mounted with a one piece straight grip half-stock with a brass forend cap.
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The barrel, buttplate and trigger guard have a crisp brown patina with areas of silver gray and minor spotting. The remaining metal surfaces have a silver gray patina with moderate spotting. The forend cap has a natural, untouched dark aged patina. The stock is good with a large gouge on the right side of the buttstock, gouges on the left side of the wrist area and overall minor to moderate dents, scratches and gouges which are usually associated
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Estimate: $13000 - $18000
Although traditionally listed as being produced by D.C. Hodgkins & Sons of Macon, Georgia, more recent research by H.M. Madaus and reported by J.M. Murphy in "Confederate Carbines and Musketoons", indicates the carbines were made by Bilharz, Hall and Co. of Pittsylvania Courthouse, Virginia in late 1863 to early 1864. The quantity made for the Confederate government is estimated at between 400 and 700 and were, as expected, apparently handmade. Copied very closely to the Springfield Model 1855, this is a 58 caliber muzzle loading carbine with a 22 inch round barrel. The only visible markings are "CSA" on the top of the barrel at the breech and "P" below that on the left side. The carbine has iron mountings and an iron tulip head ramrod. There is a sling swivel mounted on the bottom of the barrel at the muzzle, and the barrel is fitted with a fixed pinched blade front and "V" notch rear sights. A sling ring is mounted on the front of the trigger guard. The barrel appears to have been finished brown with casehardening on the remaining parts. The carbine is mounted with a one piece straight grip half-stock with a brass forend cap.
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The barrel, buttplate and trigger guard have a crisp brown patina with areas of silver gray and minor spotting. The remaining metal surfaces have a silver gray patina with moderate spotting. The forend cap has a natural, untouched dark aged patina. The stock is good with a large gouge on the right side of the buttstock, gouges on the left side of the wrist area and overall minor to moderate dents, scratches and gouges which are usually associated
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Very Rare Confederate J.P. Murray Percussion Rifle and Sling<br>Estimate: $22500 - $32500
Lot # 3013 (Sale Order: 14 of 769)
Very Rare Confederate J.P. Murray Percussion Rifle and Sling
Estimate: $22500 - $32500
This is an example of a very rare J. P. Murray Confederate rifle. In 1862 Eldridge S. Greenwood and William C. Gray purchased facilities in Columbus, Georgia to manufacture firearms. Neither were gun makers and they employed John P. Murray, who was a skilled gun maker, as their master armorer. Total production of J.P. Murray rifles is not known but is estimated to be only a few hundred pieces. It is known that in 1864, 262 rifles and 62 carbines were delivered to Alabama on a contract, (those were marked "ALA 1864). The rifle has a 33-inch round barrel with a brass blade front sight and fixed iron rear sight. The lock is marked "J.P. MURRAY / COLUMBUS GA" and the left rear of the barrel is marked "F.C.H.". There is a metal peg in the barrel tang screw hole, which was possibly used for a sight. The brass mountings include two barrel bands secured by iron springs, forend cap, distinctive two piece trigger guard, left side plate and buttplate. There is a sling swivel mounted on the front of the trigger guard and front barrel band and the rifle comes with an original linen sling. Mounted with a full oil-finished walnut straight grip stock. Complete with an iron ramrod with trumpet head.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Good. The barrel has a dark brown pitted patina. The hammer has a dark patina with some spotting and the lock has a gray and brown patina with a small amount of minor pitting toward the front. The brass has an original, natural dark aged patina. The stock is fine with a couple of small minor gouges on the forearm and overall some scattered minor dents, dings and scratches, (less than one would expect for a Confederate f
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Estimate: $22500 - $32500
This is an example of a very rare J. P. Murray Confederate rifle. In 1862 Eldridge S. Greenwood and William C. Gray purchased facilities in Columbus, Georgia to manufacture firearms. Neither were gun makers and they employed John P. Murray, who was a skilled gun maker, as their master armorer. Total production of J.P. Murray rifles is not known but is estimated to be only a few hundred pieces. It is known that in 1864, 262 rifles and 62 carbines were delivered to Alabama on a contract, (those were marked "ALA 1864). The rifle has a 33-inch round barrel with a brass blade front sight and fixed iron rear sight. The lock is marked "J.P. MURRAY / COLUMBUS GA" and the left rear of the barrel is marked "F.C.H.". There is a metal peg in the barrel tang screw hole, which was possibly used for a sight. The brass mountings include two barrel bands secured by iron springs, forend cap, distinctive two piece trigger guard, left side plate and buttplate. There is a sling swivel mounted on the front of the trigger guard and front barrel band and the rifle comes with an original linen sling. Mounted with a full oil-finished walnut straight grip stock. Complete with an iron ramrod with trumpet head.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58 percussion
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Good. The barrel has a dark brown pitted patina. The hammer has a dark patina with some spotting and the lock has a gray and brown patina with a small amount of minor pitting toward the front. The brass has an original, natural dark aged patina. The stock is fine with a couple of small minor gouges on the forearm and overall some scattered minor dents, dings and scratches, (less than one would expect for a Confederate f
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Unmarked Confederate "Dog River" Cavalry Saber<br>Estimate: $4000 - $6000
Lot # 3014 (Sale Order: 15 of 769)
Unmarked Confederate "Dog River" Cavalry Saber
Estimate: $4000 - $6000
Unmarked and un-identified Confederate copy of a U.S. Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber. The saber has a 34-inch blade with rounded back and two, stopped, fullers. The blade is one-inch wide at the ricasso. The cast, brass, two-branch guard and Phrygian helmet pommel are nearly identical to the regulation U.S. saber. However, the back of the guard tapers to a distinct point and the underside of the guard has a deeper indentation with more pointed ends than a U.S. saber. The guard and pommel have rough casting and polishing marks which are not found on a U.S. Model 1840 or Model 1860 saber. The grip profile generally matches the profile of the Model 1840 grip. The grip appears to be covered with oiled cloth and is wrapped with a single strand of thick brass wire. The wire has the reddish tone that is typical of Confederate brass with a high copper content. The saber has no visible markings or traces of makings. The manufacturer is unknown but the lack of fine finish on the guard and pommel, oil cloth grip cover thick wire wrap on the grip identify it as a Confederate "Dog River" saber (Confederate sword of unknown origin).
BBL:
Stock:
Gauge:
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Good. The saber blade is in good condition with a smooth dark patina. The blade edge is free from nicks. There is some minor pitting on the ricasso. The brass guard and pommel are in fine condition. The brass has a very attractive, un-polished, patina and is has no significant dents and scratches. The oil-cloth grip cover shows moderate handling wear. The thick brass wire wrap appears to be original and is completely intact. The leather washer at the junction of the blade and guard is missing. The scabbard does not have a scabbard
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Estimate: $4000 - $6000
Unmarked and un-identified Confederate copy of a U.S. Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber. The saber has a 34-inch blade with rounded back and two, stopped, fullers. The blade is one-inch wide at the ricasso. The cast, brass, two-branch guard and Phrygian helmet pommel are nearly identical to the regulation U.S. saber. However, the back of the guard tapers to a distinct point and the underside of the guard has a deeper indentation with more pointed ends than a U.S. saber. The guard and pommel have rough casting and polishing marks which are not found on a U.S. Model 1840 or Model 1860 saber. The grip profile generally matches the profile of the Model 1840 grip. The grip appears to be covered with oiled cloth and is wrapped with a single strand of thick brass wire. The wire has the reddish tone that is typical of Confederate brass with a high copper content. The saber has no visible markings or traces of makings. The manufacturer is unknown but the lack of fine finish on the guard and pommel, oil cloth grip cover thick wire wrap on the grip identify it as a Confederate "Dog River" saber (Confederate sword of unknown origin).
BBL:
Stock:
Gauge:
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Good. The saber blade is in good condition with a smooth dark patina. The blade edge is free from nicks. There is some minor pitting on the ricasso. The brass guard and pommel are in fine condition. The brass has a very attractive, un-polished, patina and is has no significant dents and scratches. The oil-cloth grip cover shows moderate handling wear. The thick brass wire wrap appears to be original and is completely intact. The leather washer at the junction of the blade and guard is missing. The scabbard does not have a scabbard
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Scarce Virginia Manufactory "1813 Dated" 2nd Model Flintlock Pistol<br>Estimate: $8500 - $14000
Lot # 3015 (Sale Order: 16 of 769)
Scarce Virginia Manufactory "1813 Dated" 2nd Model Flintlock Pistol
Estimate: $8500 - $14000
This is an example of a scarce Flintlock horseman's pistol that was manufactured for the State of Virginia in 1813 at the Virginia Manufactory Armory in Richmond, Virginia. Experts estimate that the Virginia Manufactory produced a total of 2044 2nd Model Pistols between 1812 and 1815. These pistols were still in service at the outbreak of the Civil War and are known to have been issued to Confederate cavalry units in the opening months of the war. Surviving examples are scarce. The pistol is similar in configuration to the U.S. Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol manufactured at Harpers Ferry Armory. The round, 10-inch, smooth bore barrel is not fitted with front or rear sights. The wedge-fastened barrel has a prominent under-rib with attached swivel that secures an iron, button-head ramrod. The pistol has a flat, bevel-edged, lock plate with integral, fenced, pan and a pronounced tip at the rear. The reinforced hammer has beveled edges. The frizzen has a straight toe. The pistol has a three-quarter length, oil-finished walnut stock. The stock is fitted with a brass buttcap with two long spurs, a brass trigger guard with pointed forward finial, a simple brass side plate, brass ramrod tail pipe and a thin brass reinforcing strip. The lock plate is marked "1813/RICHMOND" in two arched curves behind the hammer and "VIRGINIA" in a single line ahead of it. The numerals "3/3" and "8" are stamped on the inside of the trigger guard. There are no other visible markings.
BBL: 10 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54 bore
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The pistol appears to be an expert reconversion back to the flintlock configuration. The barrel and lock plate have been lightly cleaned.
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Estimate: $8500 - $14000
This is an example of a scarce Flintlock horseman's pistol that was manufactured for the State of Virginia in 1813 at the Virginia Manufactory Armory in Richmond, Virginia. Experts estimate that the Virginia Manufactory produced a total of 2044 2nd Model Pistols between 1812 and 1815. These pistols were still in service at the outbreak of the Civil War and are known to have been issued to Confederate cavalry units in the opening months of the war. Surviving examples are scarce. The pistol is similar in configuration to the U.S. Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol manufactured at Harpers Ferry Armory. The round, 10-inch, smooth bore barrel is not fitted with front or rear sights. The wedge-fastened barrel has a prominent under-rib with attached swivel that secures an iron, button-head ramrod. The pistol has a flat, bevel-edged, lock plate with integral, fenced, pan and a pronounced tip at the rear. The reinforced hammer has beveled edges. The frizzen has a straight toe. The pistol has a three-quarter length, oil-finished walnut stock. The stock is fitted with a brass buttcap with two long spurs, a brass trigger guard with pointed forward finial, a simple brass side plate, brass ramrod tail pipe and a thin brass reinforcing strip. The lock plate is marked "1813/RICHMOND" in two arched curves behind the hammer and "VIRGINIA" in a single line ahead of it. The numerals "3/3" and "8" are stamped on the inside of the trigger guard. There are no other visible markings.
BBL: 10 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54 bore
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good. The pistol appears to be an expert reconversion back to the flintlock configuration. The barrel and lock plate have been lightly cleaned.
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Rare "1815" Dated, 2nd Model Virginia Manufactory Flintlock Pistol<br>Estimate: $7500 - $13000
Lot # 3016 (Sale Order: 17 of 769)
Rare "1815" Dated, 2nd Model Virginia Manufactory Flintlock Pistol
Estimate: $7500 - $13000
This is an example of a Flintlock 2nd Model horseman's pistol that was manufactured by the Virginia Manufactory in Richmond, Virginia in 1815. The pistol closely resembles the Harpers Ferry U.S. Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol. The Virginia Manufactory made an estimated 2044 2nd Model Flintlock Pistols between 1812 and 1815. The estimated 366 pistols made in 1815 had distinctive lock markings and are considered to be rare. The pistol has a bright-finished barrel, lock and ramrod with brass trigger guard, buttcap, side plate, ramrod tail pipe and barrel band. The wedge-fastened stock is oil-finished black walnut. The round, smoothbore, barrel is not fitted with front or rear sights and has a prominent under-rib with attached swivel and button-head ramrod. The lock plate is flat with beveled edges, a prominent tip and integral fenced pan. The reinforced hammer has a flat face and a notched hammer spur. The frizzen has a curved toe. The lock plate is stamped with the date "1815" in a vertical line behind the hammer and "RICHMOND" in an upward curve below the pan. These markings are found only on the 366 2nd Model Virginia Manufactory pistols made in 1815. The brass buttcap has the distinctive spurs and the trigger guard has a pointed front finial. The letter "V" is stamped three times on the inside of the trigger guard. The 2nd Model Virginia Manufactory pistols remained in state service until the Civil War; some examples were issued to cavalry regiments at the start of the war. The pistol is considered to be a secondary Confederate handgun.
BBL: 10 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54 bore
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good as reconverted. The pistol appears to be an expert re-c
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Estimate: $7500 - $13000
This is an example of a Flintlock 2nd Model horseman's pistol that was manufactured by the Virginia Manufactory in Richmond, Virginia in 1815. The pistol closely resembles the Harpers Ferry U.S. Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol. The Virginia Manufactory made an estimated 2044 2nd Model Flintlock Pistols between 1812 and 1815. The estimated 366 pistols made in 1815 had distinctive lock markings and are considered to be rare. The pistol has a bright-finished barrel, lock and ramrod with brass trigger guard, buttcap, side plate, ramrod tail pipe and barrel band. The wedge-fastened stock is oil-finished black walnut. The round, smoothbore, barrel is not fitted with front or rear sights and has a prominent under-rib with attached swivel and button-head ramrod. The lock plate is flat with beveled edges, a prominent tip and integral fenced pan. The reinforced hammer has a flat face and a notched hammer spur. The frizzen has a curved toe. The lock plate is stamped with the date "1815" in a vertical line behind the hammer and "RICHMOND" in an upward curve below the pan. These markings are found only on the 366 2nd Model Virginia Manufactory pistols made in 1815. The brass buttcap has the distinctive spurs and the trigger guard has a pointed front finial. The letter "V" is stamped three times on the inside of the trigger guard. The 2nd Model Virginia Manufactory pistols remained in state service until the Civil War; some examples were issued to cavalry regiments at the start of the war. The pistol is considered to be a secondary Confederate handgun.
BBL: 10 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 54 bore
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good as reconverted. The pistol appears to be an expert re-c
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Scarce Confederate "Cook & Brothers" Marked Percussion Infantry Rifle<br>Estimate: $18000 - $25000
Lot # 3017 (Sale Order: 18 of 769)
Scarce Confederate "Cook & Brothers" Marked Percussion Infantry Rifle
Estimate: $18000 - $25000
Only a few thousand of these type percussion rifles were ever made at two locations by Englishmen Ferdinand W.C. and Francis Cook. The first was at New Orleans and later at Athens, Georgia after approaching Union troops forced them to move. This rifle would fall into the second contract and is marked on the lock plate with the Confederate flag behind the hammer and "COOK & BROTHER NO1862" followed by "837" ahead of the hammer. The top of the barrel is marked "ATHENS" (very faint), followed by "NO1862". BROTHERS" and the left rear is marked "PROVED". The barrel is equipped with a brass blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight. Brass mountings, iron button head ramrod and mounted with a full straight grip stock with a brass forend cap, two barrel bands. The complete rifle follows the typical British Enfield pattern. Complete with the original linen sling with leather reinforced eyelets.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 60
Finish: white
Grips:
Serial Number: 837
Condition: Good. The barrel has a brown patina with heavy pitting at the breech end, which has covered most of the markings in that area. The lock and hammer have a silver gray patina with some minor pitting on the lock. All of the brass has a natural aged patina. The sling is fair with a section missing and some of the leather is also missing. The remaining leather is badly cracked and flaking off. The sling itself is heavily stained and the stitching is tight. The stock is good with a bulge on the underside ahead of the trigger guard which has caused a 6" minor crack. There are a couple of minor cracks on the flats and overall scattered minor dents and scratches. The lock cutout has been enlarged slightly. The markings, unles
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Estimate: $18000 - $25000
Only a few thousand of these type percussion rifles were ever made at two locations by Englishmen Ferdinand W.C. and Francis Cook. The first was at New Orleans and later at Athens, Georgia after approaching Union troops forced them to move. This rifle would fall into the second contract and is marked on the lock plate with the Confederate flag behind the hammer and "COOK & BROTHER NO1862" followed by "837" ahead of the hammer. The top of the barrel is marked "ATHENS" (very faint), followed by "NO1862". BROTHERS" and the left rear is marked "PROVED". The barrel is equipped with a brass blade front sight and fixed notch rear sight. Brass mountings, iron button head ramrod and mounted with a full straight grip stock with a brass forend cap, two barrel bands. The complete rifle follows the typical British Enfield pattern. Complete with the original linen sling with leather reinforced eyelets.
BBL: 33 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 60
Finish: white
Grips:
Serial Number: 837
Condition: Good. The barrel has a brown patina with heavy pitting at the breech end, which has covered most of the markings in that area. The lock and hammer have a silver gray patina with some minor pitting on the lock. All of the brass has a natural aged patina. The sling is fair with a section missing and some of the leather is also missing. The remaining leather is badly cracked and flaking off. The sling itself is heavily stained and the stitching is tight. The stock is good with a bulge on the underside ahead of the trigger guard which has caused a 6" minor crack. There are a couple of minor cracks on the flats and overall scattered minor dents and scratches. The lock cutout has been enlarged slightly. The markings, unles
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Scarce Confederate J. and F. Garrett Percussion Pistol<br>Estimate: $4750 - $7500
Lot # 3018 (Sale Order: 19 of 769)
Scarce Confederate J. and F. Garrett Percussion Pistol
Estimate: $4750 - $7500
This is a rare example of a Blunt & Syms type percussion pistol that was manufactured by J. and F. Garrett and Company in Greensboro, North Carolina. J. and F. Garrett made approximately 500 of these brass frame pistols in 1862-63. Very little information is available on these pistols but they are considered by collectors to be a secondary Confederate handgun. The pistol has a smoothbore barrel with brass front sight blade and fixed steel rear sight. The barrel is fitted with a steel, swivel-mounted, button head ramrod. The barrel and ramrod are nearly identical to those on the U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Pistol. Experts speculate that the barrel and ramrod may have been surplus Model 1842 Pistol parts disposed of by the Fayetteville Armory. The pistol has a brass frame with removable side plate and two-piece, bag-shaped walnut grips. The hammer is decorated with simple floral engraving. The serial number, "101" is stamped on the right side of the frame below the grip and on the inside of the side plate and frame. The barrel and frame exterior have no visible markings. Three notches are cut in the frame in front of the trigger guard. The barrel, ramrod, hammer and bolster are polished bright and the walnut grips have an oil finish.
BBL: 8 1/2 inch round
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Gauge: 54 percussion
Finish: bright/brass
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 101
Condition: Very good. The barrel and bright finished parts have been lightly polished and are smooth with minor handling marks. There is moderate-heavy flash pitting on the percussion nipple and bolster. The brass frame has been polished but has developed and attractive patina. The slightly undersize period refinished grips are in good condition. The action is crisp and functions we
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Estimate: $4750 - $7500
This is a rare example of a Blunt & Syms type percussion pistol that was manufactured by J. and F. Garrett and Company in Greensboro, North Carolina. J. and F. Garrett made approximately 500 of these brass frame pistols in 1862-63. Very little information is available on these pistols but they are considered by collectors to be a secondary Confederate handgun. The pistol has a smoothbore barrel with brass front sight blade and fixed steel rear sight. The barrel is fitted with a steel, swivel-mounted, button head ramrod. The barrel and ramrod are nearly identical to those on the U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Pistol. Experts speculate that the barrel and ramrod may have been surplus Model 1842 Pistol parts disposed of by the Fayetteville Armory. The pistol has a brass frame with removable side plate and two-piece, bag-shaped walnut grips. The hammer is decorated with simple floral engraving. The serial number, "101" is stamped on the right side of the frame below the grip and on the inside of the side plate and frame. The barrel and frame exterior have no visible markings. Three notches are cut in the frame in front of the trigger guard. The barrel, ramrod, hammer and bolster are polished bright and the walnut grips have an oil finish.
BBL: 8 1/2 inch round
Stock:
Gauge: 54 percussion
Finish: bright/brass
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 101
Condition: Very good. The barrel and bright finished parts have been lightly polished and are smooth with minor handling marks. There is moderate-heavy flash pitting on the percussion nipple and bolster. The brass frame has been polished but has developed and attractive patina. The slightly undersize period refinished grips are in good condition. The action is crisp and functions we
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Cased Historical Post Civil War Confederate Inscribed Pair of Hollis & Sheath Percussion Dueling Pis
Lot # 3019 (Sale Order: 20 of 769)
Cased Historical Post Civil War Confederate Inscribed Pair of Hollis & Sheath Percussion Dueling Pistols
A) Hollis & Sheath Percussion Dueling Pistol
Estimate: $7500 - $15000
These Dueling pistols have a very interesting history which is detailed in the autobiography "Some Reminiscences" by William L. Royall. The pistols were used in at least two documented duels involving a Governor of the state of Virginia. A copy of the book accompanies the pair. The pistols were made by Hollis & Sheath of London and both have a silver scroll on the left stock flat which are inscribed W.L. ROYALL / from / his friends / Gen. W.H. Payne / Capt A.D. Payne / Bernard P. Green / Col. Thomas. Smith / June 6 1880". The officers listed were Confederate soldiers during the Civil War and Colonel Smith's father was General "Extra Billy" Smith who served as the Governor of Virginia for a time. One of the stories goes as follows: One evening Royall received a telegram from Colonel Smith asking him to come to Washington City. When he arrived he found Smith accompanied by General William Payne, Captain A.D. Payne and Bernard Green. Apparently an editorial in the Richmond "Whig" contained scandalous, offensive and false references about Colonel Smith's father. Smith was going to have the writer, a man by the last name of Elam, held to a personal account. Royall knew that the firm of Tignor & Co. had a pair of dueling pistols that had been used in a duel between Colonel Cameron, later governor of Virginia and Robert W. Hughs, later U.S. District Judge in Virginia in which Cameron was badly wounded. The duel between Smith and Elam took place at sunrise near Oakwood. Elam was wounded in the chin and was unable to continue the duel. Royall's friends bought the pistols and had them inscribed and presented to him. Royall served as an independent C
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A) Hollis & Sheath Percussion Dueling Pistol
Estimate: $7500 - $15000
These Dueling pistols have a very interesting history which is detailed in the autobiography "Some Reminiscences" by William L. Royall. The pistols were used in at least two documented duels involving a Governor of the state of Virginia. A copy of the book accompanies the pair. The pistols were made by Hollis & Sheath of London and both have a silver scroll on the left stock flat which are inscribed W.L. ROYALL / from / his friends / Gen. W.H. Payne / Capt A.D. Payne / Bernard P. Green / Col. Thomas. Smith / June 6 1880". The officers listed were Confederate soldiers during the Civil War and Colonel Smith's father was General "Extra Billy" Smith who served as the Governor of Virginia for a time. One of the stories goes as follows: One evening Royall received a telegram from Colonel Smith asking him to come to Washington City. When he arrived he found Smith accompanied by General William Payne, Captain A.D. Payne and Bernard Green. Apparently an editorial in the Richmond "Whig" contained scandalous, offensive and false references about Colonel Smith's father. Smith was going to have the writer, a man by the last name of Elam, held to a personal account. Royall knew that the firm of Tignor & Co. had a pair of dueling pistols that had been used in a duel between Colonel Cameron, later governor of Virginia and Robert W. Hughs, later U.S. District Judge in Virginia in which Cameron was badly wounded. The duel between Smith and Elam took place at sunrise near Oakwood. Elam was wounded in the chin and was unable to continue the duel. Royall's friends bought the pistols and had them inscribed and presented to him. Royall served as an independent C
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Rare Palmetto Armory Marked Model 1842 Percussion Pistol<br>Estimate: $5500 - $8500
Lot # 3020 (Sale Order: 21 of 769)
Rare Palmetto Armory Marked Model 1842 Percussion Pistol
Estimate: $5500 - $8500
The Palmetto Armory manufactured 2000 Model 1842 Pistols solely for the South Carolina Militia in 1852-3. The Palmetto Armory was formed by William Glaze and Benjamin Flagg. Flagg was a former Superintendent of the Asa Waters factory in Milbury, Massachusetts. The Palmetto Armory pistols were among the first firearms issued to Confederate troops at the outbreak of the Civil War in April 1861. The pistol is a standard pattern Model 1842 pistol that was finished with a bright barrel, lock and swivel ramrod. The trigger guard, buttcap, and combination side plate barrel band are brass and the stock is oil-finished black walnut. The lock is marked: "COLUMBIA / S.C. 1852" vertically behind the hammer and is stamped with the distinctive palmetto tree surrounded by "PALMETTO, ARMORY S*C" in a circle. The left barrel flat is stamped: "Wm GLAZE&CO.". The top of the barrel is stamped with a "P", "V" and "Palmetto Tree" and the barrel tang is dated "1853". The pistol has no other visible markings and the stock is absent of any visible cartouches. Firearms from the Palmetto Armory are a rare and important martial arm that is highly sought after by collectors.
BBL: 8 1/2 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 52 percussion
Finish: bright
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Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good, totally original. The metal surfaces have a dark brown patina with some overall scattered pitting and some gouges and dings on the barrel. The brass has an untouched natural aged patina. The stock is very good with a minor crack on the left flat, right side ahead of the lock, a few moderate pressure dents on the left side opposite the lock, and overall some minor dings and dents. The markings beginning to fade ahead of the lock, otherwise they are
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Estimate: $5500 - $8500
The Palmetto Armory manufactured 2000 Model 1842 Pistols solely for the South Carolina Militia in 1852-3. The Palmetto Armory was formed by William Glaze and Benjamin Flagg. Flagg was a former Superintendent of the Asa Waters factory in Milbury, Massachusetts. The Palmetto Armory pistols were among the first firearms issued to Confederate troops at the outbreak of the Civil War in April 1861. The pistol is a standard pattern Model 1842 pistol that was finished with a bright barrel, lock and swivel ramrod. The trigger guard, buttcap, and combination side plate barrel band are brass and the stock is oil-finished black walnut. The lock is marked: "COLUMBIA / S.C. 1852" vertically behind the hammer and is stamped with the distinctive palmetto tree surrounded by "PALMETTO, ARMORY S*C" in a circle. The left barrel flat is stamped: "Wm GLAZE&CO.". The top of the barrel is stamped with a "P", "V" and "Palmetto Tree" and the barrel tang is dated "1853". The pistol has no other visible markings and the stock is absent of any visible cartouches. Firearms from the Palmetto Armory are a rare and important martial arm that is highly sought after by collectors.
BBL: 8 1/2 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 52 percussion
Finish: bright
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Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Very good, totally original. The metal surfaces have a dark brown patina with some overall scattered pitting and some gouges and dings on the barrel. The brass has an untouched natural aged patina. The stock is very good with a minor crack on the left flat, right side ahead of the lock, a few moderate pressure dents on the left side opposite the lock, and overall some minor dings and dents. The markings beginning to fade ahead of the lock, otherwise they are
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Confederate Richmond Armory 1861 Dated Rifled-Musket<br>Estimate: $2000 - $3000
Lot # 3021 (Sale Order: 22 of 769)
Confederate Richmond Armory 1861 Dated Rifled-Musket
Estimate: $2000 - $3000
The lock plate has the Type I markings: vertically marked "1861" behind the hammer with "RICHMOND, VA" in front of the hammer. Type I rifled-muskets were produced under the auspices of the State of Virginia before the armory was turned over to the Confederate government. The barrel has been bored out to shotgun and features a blade front sight which acts as a lug for a socket type bayonet and a rear leaf sight base, and has no visible markings. The upper tang is marked with the letter "S". Iron mountings with a brass buttplate. Finished bright with casehardened lock. Smooth oil finished walnut stock with three barrel bands (front and middle bands marked with the letter "U"). Complete with an iron ramrod.
BBL: 40 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Poor with refinished barrel. The barrel ha a mottled gray patina with streaks of brown. The lock has a gray patina, the hammer has a smooth brown patina and the trigger guard has a mottled gray patina. The buttplate has some minor dings. There is some minor pitting with deep flash pitting. The refinished stock is very good with some hairline cracks (most along the grain), a filled repair on the buttstock (left side) and near the upper tang, and some minor handling marks.
Estimate: $2000 - $3000
The lock plate has the Type I markings: vertically marked "1861" behind the hammer with "RICHMOND, VA" in front of the hammer. Type I rifled-muskets were produced under the auspices of the State of Virginia before the armory was turned over to the Confederate government. The barrel has been bored out to shotgun and features a blade front sight which acts as a lug for a socket type bayonet and a rear leaf sight base, and has no visible markings. The upper tang is marked with the letter "S". Iron mountings with a brass buttplate. Finished bright with casehardened lock. Smooth oil finished walnut stock with three barrel bands (front and middle bands marked with the letter "U"). Complete with an iron ramrod.
BBL: 40 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 58
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: NSN
Condition: Poor with refinished barrel. The barrel ha a mottled gray patina with streaks of brown. The lock has a gray patina, the hammer has a smooth brown patina and the trigger guard has a mottled gray patina. The buttplate has some minor dings. There is some minor pitting with deep flash pitting. The refinished stock is very good with some hairline cracks (most along the grain), a filled repair on the buttstock (left side) and near the upper tang, and some minor handling marks.
Confederate Naval Sword Produced by Thomas, Griswold & Company of New Orleans<br>Estimate: $4500 - $
Lot # 3022 (Sale Order: 23 of 769)
Confederate Naval Sword Produced by Thomas, Griswold & Company of New Orleans
Estimate: $4500 - $6500
Produced by Thomas, Griswold & Company of New Orleans, who were active from 1861 to 1862, when they were put out of business by the Union occupation of the city. Spear tip double edged blade, measuring 21 1/4 inches long, with a minor leaf shaped swell in the blade about 2/3 of the way up, and "THOMAS, GRISWOLD, & Co" in an arc over "NEW-ORLEANS" on the left side above the guard. Brass knuckle guard with rolled edges and a upturned rear quillion, and a brass fish scale pattern grip with eagle decorated pommel.
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Condition: Fine. The blade shows a mixed gray patina with scattered pitting and some light dings. The brass shows a mixed aged patina, with the rear quillion being a later replacement.
Estimate: $4500 - $6500
Produced by Thomas, Griswold & Company of New Orleans, who were active from 1861 to 1862, when they were put out of business by the Union occupation of the city. Spear tip double edged blade, measuring 21 1/4 inches long, with a minor leaf shaped swell in the blade about 2/3 of the way up, and "THOMAS, GRISWOLD, & Co" in an arc over "NEW-ORLEANS" on the left side above the guard. Brass knuckle guard with rolled edges and a upturned rear quillion, and a brass fish scale pattern grip with eagle decorated pommel.
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Condition: Fine. The blade shows a mixed gray patina with scattered pitting and some light dings. The brass shows a mixed aged patina, with the rear quillion being a later replacement.
Unmarked Confederate Cavalry Sword<br>Estimate: $3500 - $5500
Lot # 3023 (Sale Order: 24 of 769)
Unmarked Confederate Cavalry Sword
Estimate: $3500 - $5500
No makers marks are present on the curved, single fuller 35 1/2" blade, which has a rounded profile to the spine, flattening out towards the tip. Brass hilt, with a 2-branch knuckle guard, phrygian helmet pommel and a steel wire wrapped treated canvas grip. Overall length is 41".
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Condition: Very good. The blade shows a mixed gray patina with brown spotting, scattered pitting and light dings. Hilt is fine, with battering around the blade and on the pommel and rear of the handguard, a mixed patina and mild wear on the grip.
Estimate: $3500 - $5500
No makers marks are present on the curved, single fuller 35 1/2" blade, which has a rounded profile to the spine, flattening out towards the tip. Brass hilt, with a 2-branch knuckle guard, phrygian helmet pommel and a steel wire wrapped treated canvas grip. Overall length is 41".
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Condition: Very good. The blade shows a mixed gray patina with brown spotting, scattered pitting and light dings. Hilt is fine, with battering around the blade and on the pommel and rear of the handguard, a mixed patina and mild wear on the grip.
Unique Confederate Sword Cane<br>Estimate: $750 - $1500
Lot # 3024 (Sale Order: 25 of 769)
Unique Confederate Sword Cane
Estimate: $750 - $1500
This Confederate sword cane measures 37" long and has lead fittings. The blade is made from a spike bayonet which measures 12 1/2" long. The body of the cane which includes the scabbard is constructed out of wood with a 10 3/4" long octagon section that acts as the handle for the sword.
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Condition: Very good. The blade has a smooth dark patina with minor spotting. The scabbard is missing a band and the fittings on the handle are cracked with the wood having some minor cracks.
Estimate: $750 - $1500
This Confederate sword cane measures 37" long and has lead fittings. The blade is made from a spike bayonet which measures 12 1/2" long. The body of the cane which includes the scabbard is constructed out of wood with a 10 3/4" long octagon section that acts as the handle for the sword.
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Condition: Very good. The blade has a smooth dark patina with minor spotting. The scabbard is missing a band and the fittings on the handle are cracked with the wood having some minor cracks.
