Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria - Day 1

Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria - Day 1

Tuesday, November 15, 2022  |  9:00 AM Eastern
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Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria - Day 1

Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria - Day 1

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(A) J. HAWKEN PERCUSSION PISTOL.

Lot # 1126 (Sale Order: 126 of 326)      

Octagonal Damascus barrel with a diminutive bead front sight, "J. HAWKEN" stamped on top rib, with gold and silver bands at breech. Captive ramrod sitting in a German silver half-length channel before feeding into a reinforced mouth. Barrel marked "140 A29E" on underside. Hooked breech. Half length stock with German silver forearm tip, barrel key escutcheon, trigger guard with spur, and butt with trap. Trigger guard and butt lightly engraved with florals. Back action percussion lock engraved with scroll, dolphin form cock engraved en suite. Silver thumbpiece. Bag grip with point checkered panels. CONDITION: Overall very good. Barrel and ramrod has scattered even darkness, predominantly dove grey. German silver mounts are very good with some spots of darkness and staining. Stock is good with numerous handling marks throughout and a pair of cracks, one under the lock and one under the lock bolt. Checkering has a few abraded heads. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 6 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: J. Hawken Model: Percussion Pistol Serial Number: NSN
Octagonal Damascus barrel with a diminutive bead front sight, "J. HAWKEN" stamped on top rib, with gold and silver bands at breech. Captive ramrod sitting in a German sil...morever half-length channel before feeding into a reinforced mouth. Barrel marked "140 A29E" on underside. Hooked breech. Half length stock with German silver forearm tip, barrel key escutcheon, trigger guard with spur, and butt with trap. Trigger guard and butt lightly engraved with florals. Back action percussion lock engraved with scroll, dolphin form cock engraved en suite. Silver thumbpiece. Bag grip with point checkered panels. CONDITION: Overall very good. Barrel and ramrod has scattered even darkness, predominantly dove grey. German silver mounts are very good with some spots of darkness and staining. Stock is good with numerous handling marks throughout and a pair of cracks, one under the lock and one under the lock bolt. Checkering has a few abraded heads. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 6 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: J. Hawken Model: Percussion Pistol Serial Number: NSN

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(A) A VERY GOOD HASLETT DUELING PISTOL.

Lot # 1127 (Sale Order: 127 of 326)      

Haslett is recorded in Stockel as being active in Philadelphia and Baltimore circa 1773 - 1833, and immigrated to the US in 1798. Born in Ireland, Haslett initially trained with Robert McCormick of McCormick horse pistol fame, before he opened his own shop in 1803. Having trained in Europe, Haslett's pistols demonstrate a significant European influence, producing an extremely attractive form. This example is fit with a Damascus twist, slightly swamped, octagonal barrel with single long sighting flute on top rib, gold front sight, top 3 flats decorated with delicately inlaid golden flowers. Hooked breech with deeply struck poincons reading "HASLETT" and "BALTIMORE". Remnants of American eagle head proofs on underside of barrel, more visible eagle head proof on offset of breech. Bottom of breech with faint Haslet markings. Percussion conversion achieved via drum. Brass tipped ramrod with jag on end, feeding through a ferrule on a half-length rib into a reinforced mouth. Flat banana stepped lock with "HASLETT" poincon deeply struck in center, beveled edges, gilt rays around lock screw. English push-on safety. Lock has evidence of replaced parts commensurate with conversion from flintlock to percussion. Half stock with horn forend with a checkered bag grip. Trigger guard with a stand of arms engraved and a pineapple finial. Accompanied by photocopies of pages from "Maryland Longrifles" by Daniel Hartzler and James Biser Whisker, a copy of an inventory record, and a copy of "James Haslett: Baltimore Gunsmith" by Richard Randall. CONDITION: Very good as converted. Barrel browning has been brought back up, with visible twist and some spots of oxidation throughout; one gold inlay at muzzle is missing. Stock is good, with numerous little handling marks throughout, but free of any significant cracks or chips; barrel key has a minor chip from improper handling. Mechanics need some attention as cock does not always actuate properly, bore is very good. A nice example of a premiere American maker. Barrel Length: 9 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .52 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Haslett Model: Percussion Dueling Pistol Paperwork: Photocopies of book pages, provenance Serial Number: NSN
Haslett is recorded in Stockel as being active in Philadelphia and Baltimore circa 1773 - 1833, and immigrated to the US in 1798. Born in Ireland, Haslett initially train...moreed with Robert McCormick of McCormick horse pistol fame, before he opened his own shop in 1803. Having trained in Europe, Haslett's pistols demonstrate a significant European influence, producing an extremely attractive form. This example is fit with a Damascus twist, slightly swamped, octagonal barrel with single long sighting flute on top rib, gold front sight, top 3 flats decorated with delicately inlaid golden flowers. Hooked breech with deeply struck poincons reading "HASLETT" and "BALTIMORE". Remnants of American eagle head proofs on underside of barrel, more visible eagle head proof on offset of breech. Bottom of breech with faint Haslet markings. Percussion conversion achieved via drum. Brass tipped ramrod with jag on end, feeding through a ferrule on a half-length rib into a reinforced mouth. Flat banana stepped lock with "HASLETT" poincon deeply struck in center, beveled edges, gilt rays around lock screw. English push-on safety. Lock has evidence of replaced parts commensurate with conversion from flintlock to percussion. Half stock with horn forend with a checkered bag grip. Trigger guard with a stand of arms engraved and a pineapple finial. Accompanied by photocopies of pages from "Maryland Longrifles" by Daniel Hartzler and James Biser Whisker, a copy of an inventory record, and a copy of "James Haslett: Baltimore Gunsmith" by Richard Randall. CONDITION: Very good as converted. Barrel browning has been brought back up, with visible twist and some spots of oxidation throughout; one gold inlay at muzzle is missing. Stock is good, with numerous little handling marks throughout, but free of any significant cracks or chips; barrel key has a minor chip from improper handling. Mechanics need some attention as cock does not always actuate properly, bore is very good. A nice example of a premiere American maker. Barrel Length: 9 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .52 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Haslett Model: Percussion Dueling Pistol Paperwork: Photocopies of book pages, provenance Serial Number: NSN

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(A) FINE SILVER INLAID CHARLES EVERETT SILVER MOUNTED PISTOL.

Lot # 1128 (Sale Order: 128 of 326)      

Octagonal-to-round barrel with a wide wedding ring at girdle. Barrel has 4 silver inlays; top rib has inlay reading "CHA EVERETT", silver inlay with simple engraving at girdle over top 3 facets, a lozenge ahead of girdle and a lozenge around front sight. Bead front sight, scoop rear sight at tang. Barrel retained by pair of keys with escutcheons in the shape of an ovoid and a folky eagle, lightly engraved. Horn tipped ramrod retained by a single brass ferrule before feeding into a reinforced mouth. Ketland & Co marked flat stepped lock with double locking bolts, conversion to percussion achieved via drum. Full length American walnut stock has silver wire inlays around locking bolt and tang, with silver thumbpiece. Brass trigger guard with light floral engraving and an urn finial. Engraving is not ostentatious but well cut. Accompanied by a Kentucky Rifle Association award for best pistol, dated 1995, made by Williamsburg Restoration and marked sterling. With a folder of information including an inventory sheet, photos, and photocopies of pages from "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker where this pistol is featured. This pistol is further pictured on pg. 47 of "The Kentucky Pistol" by Chandler and Whisker. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent, with barrel a smooth gunmetal grey with flashes of patination and spotting, more towards muzzle. Silver is clean and engraving is sharp. Lock commensurate with barrel. Stock is excellent with some minor handling marks and a few impressions throughout, free of cracks of chips. One minor repair to butt where it looks as though a cylinder was inserted to reinforce butt. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. A well presenting American silver mounted pistol. EMW Barrel Length: 11 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .56 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Charles Everett Model: Percussion Paperwork: Folder of Provenance Serial Number: NSN
Octagonal-to-round barrel with a wide wedding ring at girdle. Barrel has 4 silver inlays; top rib has inlay reading "CHA EVERETT", silver inlay with simple engraving at g...moreirdle over top 3 facets, a lozenge ahead of girdle and a lozenge around front sight. Bead front sight, scoop rear sight at tang. Barrel retained by pair of keys with escutcheons in the shape of an ovoid and a folky eagle, lightly engraved. Horn tipped ramrod retained by a single brass ferrule before feeding into a reinforced mouth. Ketland & Co marked flat stepped lock with double locking bolts, conversion to percussion achieved via drum. Full length American walnut stock has silver wire inlays around locking bolt and tang, with silver thumbpiece. Brass trigger guard with light floral engraving and an urn finial. Engraving is not ostentatious but well cut. Accompanied by a Kentucky Rifle Association award for best pistol, dated 1995, made by Williamsburg Restoration and marked sterling. With a folder of information including an inventory sheet, photos, and photocopies of pages from "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker where this pistol is featured. This pistol is further pictured on pg. 47 of "The Kentucky Pistol" by Chandler and Whisker. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent, with barrel a smooth gunmetal grey with flashes of patination and spotting, more towards muzzle. Silver is clean and engraving is sharp. Lock commensurate with barrel. Stock is excellent with some minor handling marks and a few impressions throughout, free of cracks of chips. One minor repair to butt where it looks as though a cylinder was inserted to reinforce butt. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. A well presenting American silver mounted pistol. EMW Barrel Length: 11 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .56 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Charles Everett Model: Percussion Paperwork: Folder of Provenance Serial Number: NSN

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(A) W. RYLAND FLINTLOCK PISTOL MARKED "BALTIMORE" ON BARREL.

Lot # 1129 (Sale Order: 129 of 326)      

Round barrel with partially flattened sighting plane, engraved "Baltimore", and offset private Tower proofs and a "(Crown) / R" barrel maker mark. Lightly engraved barrel tang with floral. Plain ramrod retained by a single ferrule and feeding into a reinforced mouth with simple point finial. Flat lock with teat at rear, double locking bolts, swan neck cock with simple line engraving. Lock engraved "W Ryland" under pan, and decorated with simple line engraving. Brass sideplate with simple line engraving and a shell motif around one bolt. Brass trigger guard with shell motif, acorn finial. Bag grip with full length stock. CONDITION: Pistol has been reconverted to flintlock, with touchhole slightly askew. Metal is a smooth chocolate patina with some flashes of dove grey throughout, mostly towards muzzle. Stock has been extensively expertly repaired, with a long splice repair from midway of barrel and running nearly to grip, splices at butt, and astip from ramrod mouth back to lock. Repairs are almost invisible. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 9" Caliber/Bore: .56 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: W. Ryland Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN
Round barrel with partially flattened sighting plane, engraved "Baltimore", and offset private Tower proofs and a "(Crown) / R" barrel maker mark. Lightly engraved barrel...more tang with floral. Plain ramrod retained by a single ferrule and feeding into a reinforced mouth with simple point finial. Flat lock with teat at rear, double locking bolts, swan neck cock with simple line engraving. Lock engraved "W Ryland" under pan, and decorated with simple line engraving. Brass sideplate with simple line engraving and a shell motif around one bolt. Brass trigger guard with shell motif, acorn finial. Bag grip with full length stock. CONDITION: Pistol has been reconverted to flintlock, with touchhole slightly askew. Metal is a smooth chocolate patina with some flashes of dove grey throughout, mostly towards muzzle. Stock has been extensively expertly repaired, with a long splice repair from midway of barrel and running nearly to grip, splices at butt, and astip from ramrod mouth back to lock. Repairs are almost invisible. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 9" Caliber/Bore: .56 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: W. Ryland Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN

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(A) ROBERT HODGSON FLINTLOCK PISTOL WITH BRASS BARREL AND SILVER MOUNTS, HALLMARKED FOR CHARLES FREE

Lot # 1130 (Sale Order: 130 of 326)      

Octagonal brass barrel signed "Baltimore" in script across top rib. Tower private proofs and "(Crown) / R" proof on offset flat, retained by 3 pins, with a diminutive silver front sight. Lightly engraved barrel tang. Horn tipped ramrod retained by a single silver ferrule, feeding into a silver reinforced mouth. Silver trigger guard with silver hallmarks for Charles Freeth, 1798, engraved on bow with a floral and acorn finial. Silver buttcap with light engraving. Flat double bolted lock with bridled pan, roller bearing frizzen, swan neck cock, engraved "Hodgson & Co (?)", Co is indistinct; one lock bolt with a silver escutcheon engraved with a shell motif. Full length walnut stock with a silver thumbpiece and lightly slabsided bag grips. Accompanied by a folder of provenance including an inventory sheet, photos of this gun, and photocopies of "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker where this photo is pictured and discussed. CONDITION: Brass has a lovely golden patina with some minor handling marks. Lock is essentially a smooth chocolate patina, lockbolts probably replacements. Stock is very good with some handling marks throughout, moreso on left side than right, 4 spliced repairs towards tip, and a crack under the lock. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. A nice silver stocked pistol. EMW Barrel Length: 9 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .54 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Hodgson Model: Flintlock Paperwork: Binder of Provenance Serial Number: NSN
Octagonal brass barrel signed "Baltimore" in script across top rib. Tower private proofs and "(Crown) / R" proof on offset flat, retained by 3 pins, with a diminutive sil...morever front sight. Lightly engraved barrel tang. Horn tipped ramrod retained by a single silver ferrule, feeding into a silver reinforced mouth. Silver trigger guard with silver hallmarks for Charles Freeth, 1798, engraved on bow with a floral and acorn finial. Silver buttcap with light engraving. Flat double bolted lock with bridled pan, roller bearing frizzen, swan neck cock, engraved "Hodgson & Co (?)", Co is indistinct; one lock bolt with a silver escutcheon engraved with a shell motif. Full length walnut stock with a silver thumbpiece and lightly slabsided bag grips. Accompanied by a folder of provenance including an inventory sheet, photos of this gun, and photocopies of "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker where this photo is pictured and discussed. CONDITION: Brass has a lovely golden patina with some minor handling marks. Lock is essentially a smooth chocolate patina, lockbolts probably replacements. Stock is very good with some handling marks throughout, moreso on left side than right, 4 spliced repairs towards tip, and a crack under the lock. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with a minimum of oxidation. A nice silver stocked pistol. EMW Barrel Length: 9 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .54 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Hodgson Model: Flintlock Paperwork: Binder of Provenance Serial Number: NSN

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(A) JAMES HASLETT ENGRAVED DOUBLE BARREL BRASS PISTOL.

Lot # 1131 (Sale Order: 131 of 326)      

Haslett is recorded in Stockel as being active in Philadelphia and Baltimore circa 1773 - 1833, and immigrated to the US in 1798 after training in Ireland. Born in Ireland, Haslett initially trained with Robert McCormick of McCormick horse pistol fame, before he opened his own shop in 1803. This example has a cast brass construction with double barrels that have false rifling, normally used to twist off the barrels, but this example has barrels integral to frame, light cast decorations; there is a faint "V" proof on underside of barrel that may be remnants of a British proof. Simple boxlock action engraved on right side "James Haslett / Baltimore", left side "Warrented [sic]". Single trigger, with a sliding pan on left side to cover the touch hole if one wanted to shoot only one barrel. Reinforced cock with simple line engraving. Single piece birdshead walnut butt with brass wire inlay and a silver plated brass shield. Buttcap with an American eagle clasping an olive branch and bundle of arrows, surmounted by 11 stars. The quality of work is not up to Haslett's usual standard and the casting throughout may be indicative of a prototype or proof-of-concept piece. CONDITION: Brass has a deep golden patina with handling marks and some casting flaws throughout. Buttcap brass a deeper golden patina than frame. Stock is very good with some light handling marks, a few minor chips near frame. Trigger must be pushed forward to catch the cock, bores are very good. Accompanied by an inventory sheet and photocopies of "Gunsmiths of Maryland" by Hartzler and Whisker, where this pistol is photographed. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .44 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: James Haslett Model: Double Barrel Pistol Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: NSN
Haslett is recorded in Stockel as being active in Philadelphia and Baltimore circa 1773 - 1833, and immigrated to the US in 1798 after training in Ireland. Born in Irelan...mored, Haslett initially trained with Robert McCormick of McCormick horse pistol fame, before he opened his own shop in 1803. This example has a cast brass construction with double barrels that have false rifling, normally used to twist off the barrels, but this example has barrels integral to frame, light cast decorations; there is a faint "V" proof on underside of barrel that may be remnants of a British proof. Simple boxlock action engraved on right side "James Haslett / Baltimore", left side "Warrented [sic]". Single trigger, with a sliding pan on left side to cover the touch hole if one wanted to shoot only one barrel. Reinforced cock with simple line engraving. Single piece birdshead walnut butt with brass wire inlay and a silver plated brass shield. Buttcap with an American eagle clasping an olive branch and bundle of arrows, surmounted by 11 stars. The quality of work is not up to Haslett's usual standard and the casting throughout may be indicative of a prototype or proof-of-concept piece. CONDITION: Brass has a deep golden patina with handling marks and some casting flaws throughout. Buttcap brass a deeper golden patina than frame. Stock is very good with some light handling marks, a few minor chips near frame. Trigger must be pushed forward to catch the cock, bores are very good. Accompanied by an inventory sheet and photocopies of "Gunsmiths of Maryland" by Hartzler and Whisker, where this pistol is photographed. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .44 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: James Haslett Model: Double Barrel Pistol Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: NSN

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(A) JOHN GONTER BRASS BARRELED KENTUCKY FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

Lot # 1132 (Sale Order: 132 of 326)      

Brass barreled Kentucky style flint lock pistol stamped "J. GONTER" on barrel and sideplate. According to consignor research John Gonter worked in Hagerstown, Maryland circa 1792 to 1810. This fine pistol has an 8" brass .60 caliber round smoothbore barrel, maker stamped, with German silver blade front sight and visible "M" stamping at breech with consignor indicating this as a marking for Maryland martial property. Maslin marked flint lock with single trigger control. Curly maple stock with brass hardware including maker marked sideplate and "M" stamping beside backplate, further indicating Maryland property. Brass cap is line engraved with trigger guard bow having possible image of a Black-Eyed Susan, the Maryland state flower, engraved on it. Comes with original ramrod and consignor research. Pictured on pg. 268 of "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker, and as pg. 52 of "The Kentucky Pistol" by Chandler and Whisker, Old Bedford Village Press. CONDITION: Overall good with brass barrel showing some aged spotting and lightly cleaned surfaces. Wood has been lightly cleaned with crack at tang. Lock appears to be a replacement of correct type. Dark bore with functioning mechanics. Neat pistol by a good maker. DLM Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .60 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Gonter Model: Flintlock Kentucky Pistol Paperwork: Folder of Provenance Serial Number: NSN
Brass barreled Kentucky style flint lock pistol stamped "J. GONTER" on barrel and sideplate. According to consignor research John Gonter worked in Hagerstown, Maryland ci...morerca 1792 to 1810. This fine pistol has an 8" brass .60 caliber round smoothbore barrel, maker stamped, with German silver blade front sight and visible "M" stamping at breech with consignor indicating this as a marking for Maryland martial property. Maslin marked flint lock with single trigger control. Curly maple stock with brass hardware including maker marked sideplate and "M" stamping beside backplate, further indicating Maryland property. Brass cap is line engraved with trigger guard bow having possible image of a Black-Eyed Susan, the Maryland state flower, engraved on it. Comes with original ramrod and consignor research. Pictured on pg. 268 of "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker, and as pg. 52 of "The Kentucky Pistol" by Chandler and Whisker, Old Bedford Village Press. CONDITION: Overall good with brass barrel showing some aged spotting and lightly cleaned surfaces. Wood has been lightly cleaned with crack at tang. Lock appears to be a replacement of correct type. Dark bore with functioning mechanics. Neat pistol by a good maker. DLM Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .60 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Gonter Model: Flintlock Kentucky Pistol Paperwork: Folder of Provenance Serial Number: NSN

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(A) MCKIM BROTHERS FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

Lot # 1133 (Sale Order: 133 of 326)      

William McKim is recorded in Stockel as a hardware wholesaler in Baltimore who sold many rifle locks, with several known variants of signature including McKim & Brother Baltimore, circa 1819-1841. Barrel with diminutive brass front sight, with a flat sighting plane and faceted 6 - 1/2" section of barrel that transitions into a round barrel configuration. Lock with a small swan neck cock, roller bearing frizzen, and bridled pan cover, siged "Mc (indistinct) / BROTHERS / BALTIMORE" for McKim Brothers. Age has affected legibility of lock, with first line difficult to read. Flat lock with rounded stepped rear, with light floral engraving at rear. Double lock bolts connected by a brass sideplate. Horn tipped ramrod with worm on reverse, probably a period replacement as it is too short, feeds through a combination ferrule and reinforced mouth cast as one piece with a pointed staggered finial. Plain brass trigger guard with single trigger. Bag grip with a floral inlaid in potmetal. CONDITION: Overall very good. Metal is essentially a smooth chocolate patina with some flashes of silvering, most noticeable at high points such as pan. Some small screws on lock replaced. Lock has some softness to engraving and legends from patina. Stock is very good with some impressions and handling marks throughout, with some minor chipping visible around lock and pins, with a few smaller chips around grip. Mechanics are a little loose, particularly cock, bore is good with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 10 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .62 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: McKim Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN
William McKim is recorded in Stockel as a hardware wholesaler in Baltimore who sold many rifle locks, with several known variants of signature including McKim & Brother B...morealtimore, circa 1819-1841. Barrel with diminutive brass front sight, with a flat sighting plane and faceted 6 - 1/2" section of barrel that transitions into a round barrel configuration. Lock with a small swan neck cock, roller bearing frizzen, and bridled pan cover, siged "Mc (indistinct) / BROTHERS / BALTIMORE" for McKim Brothers. Age has affected legibility of lock, with first line difficult to read. Flat lock with rounded stepped rear, with light floral engraving at rear. Double lock bolts connected by a brass sideplate. Horn tipped ramrod with worm on reverse, probably a period replacement as it is too short, feeds through a combination ferrule and reinforced mouth cast as one piece with a pointed staggered finial. Plain brass trigger guard with single trigger. Bag grip with a floral inlaid in potmetal. CONDITION: Overall very good. Metal is essentially a smooth chocolate patina with some flashes of silvering, most noticeable at high points such as pan. Some small screws on lock replaced. Lock has some softness to engraving and legends from patina. Stock is very good with some impressions and handling marks throughout, with some minor chipping visible around lock and pins, with a few smaller chips around grip. Mechanics are a little loose, particularly cock, bore is good with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 10 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .62 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: McKim Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN

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(A) HODGSON & CO FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

Lot # 1134 (Sale Order: 134 of 326)      

Octagonal barrel with diminutive front sight, offset tower private proofs and "(Crown) / R", with light engraving at breech, retained by 2 keys. Barrel tang with rear sight and stiff leaf engraving. Gold bushed touch hole. Horn tipped ramrod with worm on reverse retained by a single ferrule, feeding into a reinforced mouth. Flat stepped lock with double locking bolts, bridled pan, roller bearing frizzen, swan neck cock, and English push-on safety. Lock signed "Hodgson & Co" under pan. Locking bolt escutcheons are lightly engraved. Trigger guard with a floral encased in a lozenge and a finely detailed pineapple finial. Full length stock of a lightly colored wood (fruitwood?) with silver thumbpiece and bag grip. CONDITION: Barrel has been carefully cleaned in the European style to a dove grey with some scattered oxidation and some oil staining. Lock essentially smooth dusk colored patina with some oil staining and flashes of dove grey; trigger guard en suite, with more silver to finial. Stock is good with several cracks and repairs throughout, with some other associated dings and handling marks. Mechanically fine, bore is fine with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 9 - 1/8" Caliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Hodgson & Co Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN
Octagonal barrel with diminutive front sight, offset tower private proofs and "(Crown) / R", with light engraving at breech, retained by 2 keys. Barrel tang with rear sig...moreht and stiff leaf engraving. Gold bushed touch hole. Horn tipped ramrod with worm on reverse retained by a single ferrule, feeding into a reinforced mouth. Flat stepped lock with double locking bolts, bridled pan, roller bearing frizzen, swan neck cock, and English push-on safety. Lock signed "Hodgson & Co" under pan. Locking bolt escutcheons are lightly engraved. Trigger guard with a floral encased in a lozenge and a finely detailed pineapple finial. Full length stock of a lightly colored wood (fruitwood?) with silver thumbpiece and bag grip. CONDITION: Barrel has been carefully cleaned in the European style to a dove grey with some scattered oxidation and some oil staining. Lock essentially smooth dusk colored patina with some oil staining and flashes of dove grey; trigger guard en suite, with more silver to finial. Stock is good with several cracks and repairs throughout, with some other associated dings and handling marks. Mechanically fine, bore is fine with a minimum of oxidation. EMW Barrel Length: 9 - 1/8" Caliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Hodgson & Co Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN

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(A) 6TH MARYLAND MILITIA MARKED HARPERS FERRY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET DATED 1828 WITH BAYONET.

Lot # 1135 (Sale Order: 135 of 326)      

Second pattern M1816 flintlock musket with a 42" .69 caliber barrel marked at breech "V / P / (eagle head)". Lock is in original flint configuration with Federal eagle over small "US" marking at center and vertical "HARPERS / FERRY / 1828" at the tail. Standard iron furniture mounted to a full length American stock. Notably, the stock is branded twice, behind the lock bolt plate and on the belly, "6MM" signifying ownership by the 6th Maryland Militia Regiment. Complete with iron ramrod and a "US / AW" marked socket bayonet. This musket is a well constructed composite made built by Daniel Hartzler and was used by him to hunt turkey. CONDITION: Very good. Iron components display a pleasing dark brown patina with some areas of silvering and pinprick oxidation. Stock has some abrasions and chipping near the butt plate, with a few minor splits present near the lock plate. Markings remain legible. Very fine mechanics. BAS Accessories: Bayonet Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .69 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Model: M1816 Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN
Second pattern M1816 flintlock musket with a 42" .69 caliber barrel marked at breech "V / P / (eagle head)". Lock is in original flint configuration with Federal eagle ov...moreer small "US" marking at center and vertical "HARPERS / FERRY / 1828" at the tail. Standard iron furniture mounted to a full length American stock. Notably, the stock is branded twice, behind the lock bolt plate and on the belly, "6MM" signifying ownership by the 6th Maryland Militia Regiment. Complete with iron ramrod and a "US / AW" marked socket bayonet. This musket is a well constructed composite made built by Daniel Hartzler and was used by him to hunt turkey. CONDITION: Very good. Iron components display a pleasing dark brown patina with some areas of silvering and pinprick oxidation. Stock has some abrasions and chipping near the butt plate, with a few minor splits present near the lock plate. Markings remain legible. Very fine mechanics. BAS Accessories: Bayonet Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .69 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Model: M1816 Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

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(A) IDENTIFIED ALTERED MODEL 1816 MUSKET BY JOHNSON OF BENJAMIN FLEAGLE.

Lot # 1136 (Sale Order: 136 of 326)      

A well-constructed sporting arm converted from a scarce Johnson Type III M1816 musket. Johnson only produced 600 M1816 muskets between 1829 and 1834. This example retains its original 42" .69 caliber smoothbore barrel with an added brass blade front sight and a V-notch rear sight. Convex lock plate is marked in the center "US / (Federal eagle) / JOHNSON" with additional "1833" date and "MIDDL CONN." in a vertical arc near the tail. Converted to percussion in the Belgian cone style. The original walnut stock retaining a faint cartouche, "US" marked iron butt plate and trigger guard. The barrel bands have been removed with the spring retaining slots carefully filled in with splices and the stock pinned in place. 2 sheet brass thimbles have been added for the iron ramrod. This comes with a 1965 signed affidavit by a family member that the musket descended from Benjamin Fleagle, who was born on November 24, 1809. Fleagel lived near Taneytown, Maryland, and was remembered for his involvement as a church elder at churches in Uniontown, Mayberry, Frizzleburg, and Greenwood, occasionally riding the circuit when the preacher was not able. He lived a very fulfilling life and passed away on February 12, 1890. Before being altered for civilian use, the musket likely saw service in the Maryland militia. Also included is an older copy of a photograph of Fleagle. CONDITION: Fine as converted. Iron components have turned an attractive mottled silvery brown patina. Stock only shows some minor impressions with some evidence of light cleaning. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .70 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Johnson Model: M1816 Paperwork: Provenance, Information Serial Number: NSN
A well-constructed sporting arm converted from a scarce Johnson Type III M1816 musket. Johnson only produced 600 M1816 muskets between 1829 and 1834. This example retains...more its original 42" .69 caliber smoothbore barrel with an added brass blade front sight and a V-notch rear sight. Convex lock plate is marked in the center "US / (Federal eagle) / JOHNSON" with additional "1833" date and "MIDDL CONN." in a vertical arc near the tail. Converted to percussion in the Belgian cone style. The original walnut stock retaining a faint cartouche, "US" marked iron butt plate and trigger guard. The barrel bands have been removed with the spring retaining slots carefully filled in with splices and the stock pinned in place. 2 sheet brass thimbles have been added for the iron ramrod. This comes with a 1965 signed affidavit by a family member that the musket descended from Benjamin Fleagle, who was born on November 24, 1809. Fleagel lived near Taneytown, Maryland, and was remembered for his involvement as a church elder at churches in Uniontown, Mayberry, Frizzleburg, and Greenwood, occasionally riding the circuit when the preacher was not able. He lived a very fulfilling life and passed away on February 12, 1890. Before being altered for civilian use, the musket likely saw service in the Maryland militia. Also included is an older copy of a photograph of Fleagle. CONDITION: Fine as converted. Iron components have turned an attractive mottled silvery brown patina. Stock only shows some minor impressions with some evidence of light cleaning. Mechanically fine. BAS Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .70 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Johnson Model: M1816 Paperwork: Provenance, Information Serial Number: NSN

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(A) MARYLAND STATE PROCURED US M1808 STYLE FLINTLOCK MUSKET WITH GHRISKEY MARKED LOCK.

Lot # 1137 (Sale Order: 137 of 326)      

Manufactured circa 1815 with 43 - 3/4" barrel originally in .69 caliber with blade front sight integral to double strapped front barrel band and bayonet lug mounted to bottom of barrel. Barrel is marked with "M" near "P" proofmark above woodline on left side, indicating Maryland ownership. In addition to "M" proof, left side of stock opposite lock is marked "MARYLAND", also indicative of Maryland purchase. 1 piece walnut stock with 3 total barrel bands, bell sling swivels mounted at middle barrel band and front of trigger guard, and military buttplate. Fit with professionally reconverted lock marked "(Eagle head) / L. Ghriskey / PHILADA.". CONDITION: Very good, as professionally reconverted to flintlock configuration with barrel and bands turned a heavy brown patina consistent with their age. Lock has been refinished with a mixture of modern and replacement parts. Stock is very good as lightly cleaned with markings visible and small crack near front of lock mortise. Mechanically fine. Bore is dark as opened up to about 10 gauge (.775). Barrel Length: 43 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .775 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Maryland Model: Flintlock Musket Serial Number: NSN
Manufactured circa 1815 with 43 - 3/4" barrel originally in .69 caliber with blade front sight integral to double strapped front barrel band and bayonet lug mounted to bo...morettom of barrel. Barrel is marked with "M" near "P" proofmark above woodline on left side, indicating Maryland ownership. In addition to "M" proof, left side of stock opposite lock is marked "MARYLAND", also indicative of Maryland purchase. 1 piece walnut stock with 3 total barrel bands, bell sling swivels mounted at middle barrel band and front of trigger guard, and military buttplate. Fit with professionally reconverted lock marked "(Eagle head) / L. Ghriskey / PHILADA.". CONDITION: Very good, as professionally reconverted to flintlock configuration with barrel and bands turned a heavy brown patina consistent with their age. Lock has been refinished with a mixture of modern and replacement parts. Stock is very good as lightly cleaned with markings visible and small crack near front of lock mortise. Mechanically fine. Bore is dark as opened up to about 10 gauge (.775). Barrel Length: 43 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .775 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Maryland Model: Flintlock Musket Serial Number: NSN

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(A) FLINTLOCK MARYLAND TRADE KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED T. CRABB.

Lot # 1138 (Sale Order: 138 of 326)      

Thomas Crabb worked in Frederick, Maryland with working dates from circa 1796 to 1800. This rifle was built for the Indian Trade circa 1800. Rifle has a 47" octagon to round .50 caliber barrel with straight cut rifling, rifle sights, and signed in script "T. Crabb". Unmarked flint lock with single trigger control. Full plain maple, possibly cherry, stock with crude brass hardware. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research. Pictured on page 280 of "Arms Makers Of Maryland" by Hartzler. CONDITION: Overall good with metal flaking and turning a brown patina. Forestock shows some missing chips of wood around escutcheons. Lock has some repaired burnout around lock with wood replaced. Dark pitted bore with sticky mechanics. Lock is a replacement. DLM Barrel Length: 47" Caliber/Bore: .50 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Thomas Crabb Model: Trade Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN
Thomas Crabb worked in Frederick, Maryland with working dates from circa 1796 to 1800. This rifle was built for the Indian Trade circa 1800. Rifle has a 47" octagon to ro...moreund .50 caliber barrel with straight cut rifling, rifle sights, and signed in script "T. Crabb". Unmarked flint lock with single trigger control. Full plain maple, possibly cherry, stock with crude brass hardware. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research. Pictured on page 280 of "Arms Makers Of Maryland" by Hartzler. CONDITION: Overall good with metal flaking and turning a brown patina. Forestock shows some missing chips of wood around escutcheons. Lock has some repaired burnout around lock with wood replaced. Dark pitted bore with sticky mechanics. Lock is a replacement. DLM Barrel Length: 47" Caliber/Bore: .50 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Thomas Crabb Model: Trade Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

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(A) FINE FLINTLOCK BUCK AND BALL RIFLE SIGNED JOHN DEMUTH.

Lot # 1139 (Sale Order: 139 of 326)      

John Demuth worked in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and later Frederick County, Maryland with working dates beginning circa 1790 and an unknown end date. Rifle has a 39" octagonal-to-round smoothbore barrel, rifle sights, and signed in script "John Demuth". Reconversion flint lock with single trigger control. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware, including an engraved trigger guard and tailpipe extension, coin silver thumbpiece, and barrel escutcheon plates. Interesting 2-piece stock. Unique raised carved wrist decoration and enhanced design around brass hardware. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research. Pictured in "The Kentucky Rifle Assocation Bulletin" Vol. 33, No. 3 PROVENANCE: Ex. John Holmes Collection. CONDITION: Overall good, metal flaking and turning a pitted silvery patina, with replacement lock. Forestock shows cracking and some missing strips of wood with coat of wax. Lock has some burnout around lock with wood missing. Dark pitted bore with sticky mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 39" Caliber/Bore: .48 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Demuth Model: Kentucky Buck and Ball Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN
John Demuth worked in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and later Frederick County, Maryland with working dates beginning circa 1790 and an unknown end date. Rifle has a 39"...more octagonal-to-round smoothbore barrel, rifle sights, and signed in script "John Demuth". Reconversion flint lock with single trigger control. Full curly maple stock with brass hardware, including an engraved trigger guard and tailpipe extension, coin silver thumbpiece, and barrel escutcheon plates. Interesting 2-piece stock. Unique raised carved wrist decoration and enhanced design around brass hardware. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research. Pictured in "The Kentucky Rifle Assocation Bulletin" Vol. 33, No. 3 PROVENANCE: Ex. John Holmes Collection. CONDITION: Overall good, metal flaking and turning a pitted silvery patina, with replacement lock. Forestock shows cracking and some missing strips of wood with coat of wax. Lock has some burnout around lock with wood missing. Dark pitted bore with sticky mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 39" Caliber/Bore: .48 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Demuth Model: Kentucky Buck and Ball Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

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WILLIAM HAHN MODEL 1832 FOOT ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD.

Lot # 1140 (Sale Order: 140 of 326)      

Introduced as a short sword for use by artillerymen and by infantry sergeants, the 1832 pattern was eventually limited to use by foot or heavy artillery. This very nice example of a Model 1832 Foot Artilleryman’s Short Sword that was produced by William Hahn of New York and is marked as such at the center of the obverse crossguard with single cartouche that reads W. HAHN N.Y.". The artilleryman’s sword features a double-edged steel blade with 2 small upper fullers and a single lower and broader fuller that is crafted with a solid brass hilt. The brass hilt differs from Ames but is in similar configuration, with eagles absent on the pommel while the grip features similar imitation scales minus the usual 3 rivets. Larger capstan than encountered on Ames swords. The sword is complete with its leather scabbard that features brass mounts. Instead of the usual 4 brass retaining pins on each mount, the William Hahn manufactured scabbard feature mounts which are each retained by 1 small brass pin on the side. Ovular stud on upper mount. CONDITION: The blade remains bright and has an overall pleasant patina. There are no nicks along the double edged blade and the point remains sharp. The blade exhibits slight freckling, light pitting, and scabbard wear but remains clean. The brass hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with handling wear. The scabbard is solid, with mounts in place. upper mount produces a slight wobble. The leather surface exhibits a few scuffs and other expected blemishes with tight seam. Overall very good. A fine example of a Civil War era artillery short sword. Blade Length: 19" Overall Length: 25"
Introduced as a short sword for use by artillerymen and by infantry sergeants, the 1832 pattern was eventually limited to use by foot or heavy artillery. This very nice e...morexample of a Model 1832 Foot Artilleryman’s Short Sword that was produced by William Hahn of New York and is marked as such at the center of the obverse crossguard with single cartouche that reads W. HAHN N.Y.". The artilleryman’s sword features a double-edged steel blade with 2 small upper fullers and a single lower and broader fuller that is crafted with a solid brass hilt. The brass hilt differs from Ames but is in similar configuration, with eagles absent on the pommel while the grip features similar imitation scales minus the usual 3 rivets. Larger capstan than encountered on Ames swords. The sword is complete with its leather scabbard that features brass mounts. Instead of the usual 4 brass retaining pins on each mount, the William Hahn manufactured scabbard feature mounts which are each retained by 1 small brass pin on the side. Ovular stud on upper mount. CONDITION: The blade remains bright and has an overall pleasant patina. There are no nicks along the double edged blade and the point remains sharp. The blade exhibits slight freckling, light pitting, and scabbard wear but remains clean. The brass hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with handling wear. The scabbard is solid, with mounts in place. upper mount produces a slight wobble. The leather surface exhibits a few scuffs and other expected blemishes with tight seam. Overall very good. A fine example of a Civil War era artillery short sword. Blade Length: 19" Overall Length: 25"

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HODGSON & THOMPSON SPADROON IN THE STYLE OF A BRITISH 1796 PATTERN INFANTRY OFFICER'S SWORD.

Lot # 1141 (Sale Order: 141 of 326)      

A very nice example of an American spadroon in the style of a British 1796 Pattern infantry officer's sword. The spadroon features the typical straight edged blade with wide fuller and narrow ricasso. The blade is decorated for nearly half its length with a fire blued panel and eye catching gold washed decorations which adorn the fuller. Exquisite decorations which are very patriotic are each unique to the blade and both sides are different. The obverse features foliate scrolls which flank the head of an Indian Warrior, properly adorned in a traditional war bonnet. This is followed by a generous spread of arms topped with a liberty cap, followed by a simple flower which is above the full figure of a soldier, fully equipped with sword drawn. A pleasant palmette contained in a square vignette adorns the ricasso. The reverse features foliate and floral scrolls which form into a vague face followed by a spread winged federal eagle. its chest is protected by a patriotic shield and the eagle grips the tassel of a banner which bears the de facto national motto between its wings and just under 15 6-pointed stars. The eagle soars above lady liberty, with arms spread holding a polearm topped with a liberty cap. The ricasso is marked "HODGSON / and / THOMPSON / Baltimore" contained in a vignette. The ricasso meets the crossguard which features rococo inspired scrolls towards the center and a hinged inner guard so that the sword rested flush against the uniform when worn. Beneath the crossguard, the rest of the hilt is neatly cast with a D-shaped knucklebow which forms from the urn pommel that travels under the crossguard and terminates with a bud quillon. Pommel is neatly decorated with scrollwork and a doorknob capstan. Tiered ferrules secure the grip which is simulated twisted wire. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a light patina with scattered areas of spotting and pitting, mostly on the unadorned portion. Minimal edgewear. The decorations remain sharp and presentable with a few scattered areas of pitting on the fire blued panel. Gold wash is bright. Hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with scattered scratches and dark spots from age. Gilding is remains evident throughout the hilt. Hinged guard opens and closes properly. Guard produces a slight wobble when handled. A fine example of an American spadroon. Overall very good. Blade Length: 32 - 1/4" Overall Length: 38 - 1/2" Paperwork: Hartzler Collection Notes
A very nice example of an American spadroon in the style of a British 1796 Pattern infantry officer's sword. The spadroon features the typical straight edged blade with w...moreide fuller and narrow ricasso. The blade is decorated for nearly half its length with a fire blued panel and eye catching gold washed decorations which adorn the fuller. Exquisite decorations which are very patriotic are each unique to the blade and both sides are different. The obverse features foliate scrolls which flank the head of an Indian Warrior, properly adorned in a traditional war bonnet. This is followed by a generous spread of arms topped with a liberty cap, followed by a simple flower which is above the full figure of a soldier, fully equipped with sword drawn. A pleasant palmette contained in a square vignette adorns the ricasso. The reverse features foliate and floral scrolls which form into a vague face followed by a spread winged federal eagle. its chest is protected by a patriotic shield and the eagle grips the tassel of a banner which bears the de facto national motto between its wings and just under 15 6-pointed stars. The eagle soars above lady liberty, with arms spread holding a polearm topped with a liberty cap. The ricasso is marked "HODGSON / and / THOMPSON / Baltimore" contained in a vignette. The ricasso meets the crossguard which features rococo inspired scrolls towards the center and a hinged inner guard so that the sword rested flush against the uniform when worn. Beneath the crossguard, the rest of the hilt is neatly cast with a D-shaped knucklebow which forms from the urn pommel that travels under the crossguard and terminates with a bud quillon. Pommel is neatly decorated with scrollwork and a doorknob capstan. Tiered ferrules secure the grip which is simulated twisted wire. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a light patina with scattered areas of spotting and pitting, mostly on the unadorned portion. Minimal edgewear. The decorations remain sharp and presentable with a few scattered areas of pitting on the fire blued panel. Gold wash is bright. Hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with scattered scratches and dark spots from age. Gilding is remains evident throughout the hilt. Hinged guard opens and closes properly. Guard produces a slight wobble when handled. A fine example of an American spadroon. Overall very good. Blade Length: 32 - 1/4" Overall Length: 38 - 1/2" Paperwork: Hartzler Collection Notes

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AMES KNIGHT HEAD MILITIA OFFICER'S SWORD PRESENTED TO CAPTAIN RICHARD LILLY, BALTIMORE SHARP SHOOTER

Lot # 1142 (Sale Order: 142 of 326)      

An exquisite example of an 1840 militia officer's sword which bears a very attractive presentation addressed to a militia officer. The presentation is located between the upper and middle mount and reads "Presented to / Capt. Richard Lilly, / by the Baltimore Sharp Shooters / July 5. 1847." Interestingly, the presentation seems to be engraved on a gold plaque which was applied to the scabbard. An article from 1847 reveals that Captain Lilly was quite respected by his men. "During the day the pleasing ceremony of presenting a beautiful sword to Captain Lilly took place. It was presented by Mr. R.A. McPherson, on behalf of the rank and file of the corps, as an evidence of esteem in which they hold their commander. It was a free gift of the men, the officers knowing nothing about it." Interestingly, Captain Lilly was nearly court martialed a month prior for not participating in a parade. He was to be suspended of command for 2 months but his men did not seem to care, as the sword was presented to him during this 2 month suspension. The Baltimore Sharpshooters were desirous to be sent to the Republic of Texas to assist in gaining independence from Mexico, however the unit was never sent to battle and resided in Maryland as State militia. Nonetheless, this is still a very attractive sword from a sharpshooter unit with a wonderful presentation. The sword features the standard 1840 style straight, double edged blade with single center fuller. As is typical with these swords, the blade is adorned with nicely etched designs which are patriotic and foliate in nature. The obverse features elegant scrolls followed by a federal eagle with a banner that reads "Liberty" between its beak underneath 11 stars and radiating sun rays. This is followed by more scrollwork intertwined with a bow and bundle of arrows, lush oak leaves, and more scrollwork which terminates at the guard. The reverse features floral scrolls, followed by a stand of arms topped with a liberty cap and sun rays, more scrolls, and the same lush oak leaves and more scrollwork which terminates at the guard. The sword is etched "N.P. Ames" followed by an address which is obscured by the languets. The crossguard features elegant cast designs of scrollwork and stars, with each end terminating in bud quillons. A double chain guard connects the crossguard to the knight's head pommel which features the signature militia heaume. The pommel morphs into a ferrule which connects to the backstrap that supports the beautiful mother of pearl grip scales. The sword is complete with its brass scabbard which also features neatly executed engraved designs on the obverse, featuring elegantly presented vignettes which compliment the presentation. A federal eagle with shield accompanies the plaque. The scabbard features 3 carry rings. CONDITION: The blade remains bright with crisp etched and frosted designs. There are a few scattered blemishes which do not detract from the appearance. Hilt exhibits a pleasant patina with scattered age related blemishes. Grip scales are slightly loose and exhibit a few chips and cracks. Scabbard patina is consistent with the hilt and retains a golden hue. Presentation plaque remains secured to the scabbard and exhibits scattered scratches. Scattered blemishes throughout the scabbard body. Slight bend. A very attractive militia officer's sword that is featured on pg. 365 in "American Silver-Hilted, Revolutionary and Early Federal Swords Volume I". Overall very good. Blade Length: 31 - 1/4" Overall Length: 37" Paperwork: Folder of Research
An exquisite example of an 1840 militia officer's sword which bears a very attractive presentation addressed to a militia officer. The presentation is located between the...more upper and middle mount and reads "Presented to / Capt. Richard Lilly, / by the Baltimore Sharp Shooters / July 5. 1847." Interestingly, the presentation seems to be engraved on a gold plaque which was applied to the scabbard. An article from 1847 reveals that Captain Lilly was quite respected by his men. "During the day the pleasing ceremony of presenting a beautiful sword to Captain Lilly took place. It was presented by Mr. R.A. McPherson, on behalf of the rank and file of the corps, as an evidence of esteem in which they hold their commander. It was a free gift of the men, the officers knowing nothing about it." Interestingly, Captain Lilly was nearly court martialed a month prior for not participating in a parade. He was to be suspended of command for 2 months but his men did not seem to care, as the sword was presented to him during this 2 month suspension. The Baltimore Sharpshooters were desirous to be sent to the Republic of Texas to assist in gaining independence from Mexico, however the unit was never sent to battle and resided in Maryland as State militia. Nonetheless, this is still a very attractive sword from a sharpshooter unit with a wonderful presentation. The sword features the standard 1840 style straight, double edged blade with single center fuller. As is typical with these swords, the blade is adorned with nicely etched designs which are patriotic and foliate in nature. The obverse features elegant scrolls followed by a federal eagle with a banner that reads "Liberty" between its beak underneath 11 stars and radiating sun rays. This is followed by more scrollwork intertwined with a bow and bundle of arrows, lush oak leaves, and more scrollwork which terminates at the guard. The reverse features floral scrolls, followed by a stand of arms topped with a liberty cap and sun rays, more scrolls, and the same lush oak leaves and more scrollwork which terminates at the guard. The sword is etched "N.P. Ames" followed by an address which is obscured by the languets. The crossguard features elegant cast designs of scrollwork and stars, with each end terminating in bud quillons. A double chain guard connects the crossguard to the knight's head pommel which features the signature militia heaume. The pommel morphs into a ferrule which connects to the backstrap that supports the beautiful mother of pearl grip scales. The sword is complete with its brass scabbard which also features neatly executed engraved designs on the obverse, featuring elegantly presented vignettes which compliment the presentation. A federal eagle with shield accompanies the plaque. The scabbard features 3 carry rings. CONDITION: The blade remains bright with crisp etched and frosted designs. There are a few scattered blemishes which do not detract from the appearance. Hilt exhibits a pleasant patina with scattered age related blemishes. Grip scales are slightly loose and exhibit a few chips and cracks. Scabbard patina is consistent with the hilt and retains a golden hue. Presentation plaque remains secured to the scabbard and exhibits scattered scratches. Scattered blemishes throughout the scabbard body. Slight bend. A very attractive militia officer's sword that is featured on pg. 365 in "American Silver-Hilted, Revolutionary and Early Federal Swords Volume I". Overall very good. Blade Length: 31 - 1/4" Overall Length: 37" Paperwork: Folder of Research

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ROBERT & ANDREW CAMPBELL 1840 STYLE MILITIA NCO/OFFICER'S SWORD.

Lot # 1143 (Sale Order: 143 of 326)      

The backbone of the fighting force of the newly formed United States consisted of State Militias, thus resulting in an assortment of sword styles and patterns. This sword is in the style of an Ames 1840 militia sword with knight head pommel. The most likely militia-carried sword features a straight, double edged blade with single center fuller. As is typical with these swords, the blade is adorned with nicely etched designs which are patriotic and foliate in nature. The obverse blade features foliate scrolls followed by a federal eagle, a sizeable US shield with letters "US" on its face surrounded by a stand of flags over crossed olive branches, followed by a large budding flower surrounded by foliage, and a sunburst just above the ricasso. The reverse blade features foliate scrolls, followed by a federal eagle which is over the head of an Indian Warrior wielding a tomahawk and bow, followed by a large, budding flower surrounded by foliage which is on top of a sunburst just above the ricasso. The blade is marked "R.A. / CAMPBELL / Baltimore" in an etched vignette. The crossguard is in the typical militia style with straight crossguard that terminates with bud quillons at each end with a star at the center, flanked by cast scrollwork on all sides. A double chain guard connects the crossguard to the knights head pommel which features the signature militia heaume. The pommel morphs into a ferrule which holds the bone grip which features neatly executed carved line decorations and a palmette on either side. The sword is complete with its brass scabbard which also features neatly executed engraved designs on the obverse, including sections with lush foliage, a spread winged federal eagle on US shield, and an ornate shining star towards the tip. The scabbard features 2 fixed carry rings. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a light patina with scattered areas of freckling and spotting. Decorations remain crisp but are slightly muted. Guard exhibits a pleasant patina with matching patina to the knight head. Grip exhibits handling wear and a few hairline cracks. The scabbard reflects a matching patina to the hilt with crisp engravings. There are a few scattered blemishes, including scattered scratches and scuffs throughout its length, as well as a few small dents. The scabbard is bent and there are rubbed impressions at the guard where friction is created when the sword is sheathed and unsheathed. A nice example of a militia sword that is featured on pg. 365 in "American Silver-Hilted, Revolutionary and Early Federal Swords Volume I". Overall good. Blade Length: 30 - 3/4" Overall Length: 36 - 3/4" Paperwork: Information Folder
The backbone of the fighting force of the newly formed United States consisted of State Militias, thus resulting in an assortment of sword styles and patterns. This sword...more is in the style of an Ames 1840 militia sword with knight head pommel. The most likely militia-carried sword features a straight, double edged blade with single center fuller. As is typical with these swords, the blade is adorned with nicely etched designs which are patriotic and foliate in nature. The obverse blade features foliate scrolls followed by a federal eagle, a sizeable US shield with letters "US" on its face surrounded by a stand of flags over crossed olive branches, followed by a large budding flower surrounded by foliage, and a sunburst just above the ricasso. The reverse blade features foliate scrolls, followed by a federal eagle which is over the head of an Indian Warrior wielding a tomahawk and bow, followed by a large, budding flower surrounded by foliage which is on top of a sunburst just above the ricasso. The blade is marked "R.A. / CAMPBELL / Baltimore" in an etched vignette. The crossguard is in the typical militia style with straight crossguard that terminates with bud quillons at each end with a star at the center, flanked by cast scrollwork on all sides. A double chain guard connects the crossguard to the knights head pommel which features the signature militia heaume. The pommel morphs into a ferrule which holds the bone grip which features neatly executed carved line decorations and a palmette on either side. The sword is complete with its brass scabbard which also features neatly executed engraved designs on the obverse, including sections with lush foliage, a spread winged federal eagle on US shield, and an ornate shining star towards the tip. The scabbard features 2 fixed carry rings. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a light patina with scattered areas of freckling and spotting. Decorations remain crisp but are slightly muted. Guard exhibits a pleasant patina with matching patina to the knight head. Grip exhibits handling wear and a few hairline cracks. The scabbard reflects a matching patina to the hilt with crisp engravings. There are a few scattered blemishes, including scattered scratches and scuffs throughout its length, as well as a few small dents. The scabbard is bent and there are rubbed impressions at the guard where friction is created when the sword is sheathed and unsheathed. A nice example of a militia sword that is featured on pg. 365 in "American Silver-Hilted, Revolutionary and Early Federal Swords Volume I". Overall good. Blade Length: 30 - 3/4" Overall Length: 36 - 3/4" Paperwork: Information Folder

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AMES MODEL 1840 HEAVY CAVALRY SABER TAKEN FROM A CONFEDERATE CAVALRYMAN AFTER JEB STUART’S 1862 CHAM

Lot # 1144 (Sale Order: 144 of 326)      

The Model 1840 cavalry saber, commonly referred to as the "wristbreaker”, was one of the most well used cavalry sabers by the United States mounted forces in the years leading up to, and throughout the Civil War. This model saber continued to be issued to Union cavalry forces, as they were more readily available than the newer M1860 cavalry sabers, and were obviously utilized in mass by the Confederacy as they were reliable compared to cruder counterparts. This example was manufactured by Ames and bears the markings “US / RC” on the obverse ricasso and “N.P. AMES / CABOTVILLE / 1847” on the reverse ricasso. The saber is in the standard Model 1840 configuration, with curved blade that features a double, stopped fuller, brass 3-band cavalry hilt with grooved wood grip, wrapped with leather and twisted brass wire. There is a leather knot attached to the knucklebow which is marked “5e ART.”. The sword is complete with its heavy iron scabbard. Although the saber appears as a usual M1840 at first glance, this example is documented to have been recovered from the Hammond Home in Libertytown, Maryland after Jeb Stuart’s raid on Chambersburg, Pennsylvania in October 1862. James “Jeb” Stuart's Chambersburg Raid was a Confederate cavalry incursion in which the Knight of the Golden Spurs lead 1,800 men and a 4-cannon light artillery battery into Maryland and Pennsylvania on October 10–12, 1862 for the purpose of gathering supplies and disrupting Union activity in the area. The raid was successful, as the rebel force was able to secure fresh horses, arms, and supplies, destroy Union equipment, gather information, and capture civilian officials for future exchanges with Confederate prisoners. After the success of the raid on October 10, Confederate forces began their return movement the following morning. Their route would take them on a different route through Cashtown, Pennsylvania, and Emmitsburg, Maryland. At some point during their withdraw, some of the Confederate forces stopped to take rest and loot supplies at the home of George Claton Hammond who lived 3/4 mile from Libertytown. George was busy hiding his best horses in the nearby swamp while his wife Liza Bond and their slave Delphin Jenkins made bread and coffee for the raiders, until their supplies ran thin. Once supplies were exhausted, some of the raiders became unruly, and the soldier who carried this saber began using the weapon for “destructive purposes” until it was taken from him by an officer and left at the home as the rebel forces continued their extraction. The sword remained in the Hammond family and was passed down for several generations until it was sold to Dan Hartzler on March 3, 1967. It has since remained untouched in his collection. The saber is accompanied by a folder of information which contains the March 3, 1967 dated notarized letter which is signed by a Hammond descendent. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a gray patina with scattered areas of freckling. Brass hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with nicely preserved gilding. Scattered spots from handling and age. The grip is missing almost all of its twisted wire with scattered traces towards the pommel. Leather knot exhibits scattered blemishes which are typical of old leather. The iron scabbard exhibits a chocolate patina but remains as sturdy as it was the day it was made. Pitting throughout its length which does not take away from its appearance. Overall very good. An excellent example of a wristbreaker with an interesting history. Blade Length: 35 - 1/2" Overall Length: 41 - 1/2" Paperwork: Folder with Notarized Letter
The Model 1840 cavalry saber, commonly referred to as the "wristbreaker”, was one of the most well used cavalry sabers by the United States mounted forces in the years le...moreading up to, and throughout the Civil War. This model saber continued to be issued to Union cavalry forces, as they were more readily available than the newer M1860 cavalry sabers, and were obviously utilized in mass by the Confederacy as they were reliable compared to cruder counterparts. This example was manufactured by Ames and bears the markings “US / RC” on the obverse ricasso and “N.P. AMES / CABOTVILLE / 1847” on the reverse ricasso. The saber is in the standard Model 1840 configuration, with curved blade that features a double, stopped fuller, brass 3-band cavalry hilt with grooved wood grip, wrapped with leather and twisted brass wire. There is a leather knot attached to the knucklebow which is marked “5e ART.”. The sword is complete with its heavy iron scabbard. Although the saber appears as a usual M1840 at first glance, this example is documented to have been recovered from the Hammond Home in Libertytown, Maryland after Jeb Stuart’s raid on Chambersburg, Pennsylvania in October 1862. James “Jeb” Stuart's Chambersburg Raid was a Confederate cavalry incursion in which the Knight of the Golden Spurs lead 1,800 men and a 4-cannon light artillery battery into Maryland and Pennsylvania on October 10–12, 1862 for the purpose of gathering supplies and disrupting Union activity in the area. The raid was successful, as the rebel force was able to secure fresh horses, arms, and supplies, destroy Union equipment, gather information, and capture civilian officials for future exchanges with Confederate prisoners. After the success of the raid on October 10, Confederate forces began their return movement the following morning. Their route would take them on a different route through Cashtown, Pennsylvania, and Emmitsburg, Maryland. At some point during their withdraw, some of the Confederate forces stopped to take rest and loot supplies at the home of George Claton Hammond who lived 3/4 mile from Libertytown. George was busy hiding his best horses in the nearby swamp while his wife Liza Bond and their slave Delphin Jenkins made bread and coffee for the raiders, until their supplies ran thin. Once supplies were exhausted, some of the raiders became unruly, and the soldier who carried this saber began using the weapon for “destructive purposes” until it was taken from him by an officer and left at the home as the rebel forces continued their extraction. The sword remained in the Hammond family and was passed down for several generations until it was sold to Dan Hartzler on March 3, 1967. It has since remained untouched in his collection. The saber is accompanied by a folder of information which contains the March 3, 1967 dated notarized letter which is signed by a Hammond descendent. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a gray patina with scattered areas of freckling. Brass hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with nicely preserved gilding. Scattered spots from handling and age. The grip is missing almost all of its twisted wire with scattered traces towards the pommel. Leather knot exhibits scattered blemishes which are typical of old leather. The iron scabbard exhibits a chocolate patina but remains as sturdy as it was the day it was made. Pitting throughout its length which does not take away from its appearance. Overall very good. An excellent example of a wristbreaker with an interesting history. Blade Length: 35 - 1/2" Overall Length: 41 - 1/2" Paperwork: Folder with Notarized Letter

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US FEDERAL PERIOD EAGLE HEAD POMMEL SWORD INSCRIBED TO REAR ADMIRAL LOUIS “OLD GUTS” GOLDSBOROUGH WI

Lot # 1145 (Sale Order: 145 of 326)      

Louis Malesherbes Goldsborough was born in Washington, D.C., on February 18, 1805, to a Navy family, the son of a chief clerk at the United States Department of the Navy. At the young age of 7, Goldsborough was appointed midshipman in the United States Navy on June 28, 1812, but due to his young age, he did not actually begin serving until February 13, 1816, when he reported for duty at the Washington Navy Yard at age 11. He married in 1831, and got his feet wet during the Aegean Anti-Piracy Campaign, when he led a 4-boat night expedition from Porpoise in October 1827 to rescue British merchant brig Comet from Mediterranean pirates. In 1830 he was appointed first officer in charge of the newly created Depot of Charts and Instruments at Washington, the crude beginning of the United States Hydrographic Office and was relieved after 2 years. In 1833 he took leave from the Navy to command a steamboat expedition, and later mounted volunteers in the Seminole War. After cruising the Pacific in the frigate United States, he participated in the bombardment of Veracruz aboard the USS Ohio during the Mexican–American War. He also led an attack on Tuxpan and after exploring California and Oregon he was promoted to Captain. His later pre-Civil War service included assignments of commander of a detachment in the expedition against Tuxpan, senior officer of a commission which explored California and Oregon from 1849–1850, superintendent of the United States Naval Academy from 1853–1857, and commander of the Brazil Squadron from 1859–1861. During the Civil War, Goldsborough assigned to command the Atlantic Blockading Squadron in September 1861. In October of that year the Atlantic squadron was split into the North Atlantic Blockading Squadron and South Atlantic Blockading Squadron in which Goldsborough took command of the North squadron. On January 3, 1862, he was promoted to the newly created rank of Flag Officer. During his command of the North Atlantic Blockading Squadron, he led his fleet off North Carolina, where in cooperation with troops under General Ambrose Burnside, he captured Roanoke Island and destroyed a small Confederate fleet. After aiding the capture of Roanoke Island, Goldsborough and his command were sent to Hampton Roads at the request of Major General George McClellan in order to help protect Union forces landing on the Virginia Peninsula at the start of the Peninsula Campaign. Goldsborough refused to be placed under McClellan's direct command, insisting that he would instead cooperate with the Major General. After sending 6 of his vessels to attack the Gloucester Point batteries, Goldsborough withdrew them, claiming the areas was too dangerous despite suffering any damage, as he was fearful that there would be a return appearance by CSS Virginia, which had laid waste to a Union naval force in Hampton Roads while Goldsborough was at Roanoke Island. At the start of the Seven Days Battles, Goldsborough was asked again, this time by President Abraham Lincoln, to come to McClellan's aid. The stubborn Old Guts continued to hold back his fleet, forcing Lincoln to accept a recommendation by Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles to detach ships under Goldsborough's command and place them under Commodore Charles Wilkes, who as a lieutenant had relieved Goldsborough at the Depot of Charts and Instruments. This move, coupled with newspaper accounts critical of the Navy, so seriously hurt Goldsborough that he requested to be relieved. Despite the controversy, he was promoted to rear admiral in August 1862, and in September passed command of the squadron, finishing the war performing administrative duties in Washington, D.C. In June 1865, Goldsborough became the first commander of the European Squadron, formerly the Mediterranean Squadron, later returning to Washington in 1868, where he took command of the Washington Navy Yard, a position he held until he retired in 1873 as a Rear Admiral. Goldsborough passed away in Washington, D.C. on February 20, 1877. The group includes Goldsborough’s Eagle Pommel sword which is inscribed “L.M. Goldsborough’ in script on the scabbard at the throat. The sword is quite attractive and was most likely presented to Goldsborough toward the beginning of his naval career. The blade features a single fuller which is stopped at the ricasso and at spearpoint. The fuller is decorated for over half its length with a fire blued panel that is ornamented with engraved and gold washed designs. Click here to see the full description.

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MEXICAN WAR M1833 DRAGOON OFFICER'S SABER PRESENTED TO CAPTAIN THOMAS GRIGGS HARRIS, POTOMAC DRAGOON

Lot # 1146 (Sale Order: 146 of 326)      

The upcoming presentation of this US M1833 Dragoon officer's saber, along with its inscription, is recorded in the Baltimore Sun on May 23, 1845 when it is mentioned as a surprise for Harris, perhaps for a recent promotion to Captain. “As a specimen of skillful workmanship the sword is well worthy of admiration, but its value is a thousand times enhanced by the circumstances under which it is about to be presented”. Born in Calvert County, Maryland in 1801, Thomas Griggs Harris was a resident of Washington County by 1840. The Potomac Dragoons are mentioned as early as 1842 when they escorted President Tyler in Baltimore. In March 1845 they were in Washington for the inaugural procession of President Polk, though commanded by a Lt. Banford at the time. Harris had been promoted to Major by January 1846 when the Potomac Dragoons offered their services for the Mexican War and was in command in December when they participated in the funeral procession in Baltimore of Marylander Samuel Ringgold who died of wounds received at Palo Alto. He is last found in command of the mounted troops of the Frederick area in a June 1848 parade. Harris’s wife seems to have come from Rockbridge County, Virginia, where Harris is recorded as dying in January 1868. The saber is a very scarce US M1833 Dragoon officer's saber. Congress re-established regular army mounted units only in 1833 with the First Regiment of Dragoons and the Second Regiment in 1836. The units played important parts in US westward expansion. The M1833 is modeled on the British 1822 pattern and features many similar characteristics. The hilt is of brass, with tiered pommel and backstrap, which meets a thick ferrule that secures the grip, wrapped with sharkskin and grooved to accommodate twisted brass wire. Classic open knucklebow and guard which is typical of mounted sabers. An officer’s brocade/portepee is wrapped around the knucklebow. Quillon is marked “WS”. The blade features a slight curve with single, unstopped fuller. Mostly devoid of decoration, the blade is nicely etched “N.P. Ames / Cutler / Springfield / 1837” in thin cursive on the obverse and “United States” over olive branches in the same font on the reverse. The scabbard is regulation only in style, not appearance. Constructed of brass, the scabbard is quite attractive and features thick, lush oak leaves at the center with foliate designs toward the drag. The presentation is contained in a square vignette between the mounts, and is flanked to the left by a gorgeous federal eagle, perched on a patriotic shield, contained in an oval vignette and a representation of Justice holding scales, but unblindfolded, with naval motifs in the background, also contained in an oval vignette. The presentation reads “Presented to / Capt. Thomas Griggs Harris / By The members of his Corps Potomac Dragoons / as a slight testimonial of their love for him as a Soldier / and a Citizen Sharpsburg Md. May 1845”. The reverse of the scabbard is also nicely engraved as it features vignettes containing scrolled flowers which flank the inscription “Potomac Dragoons / Organized Sept. 12th 1841 / Duler et decorum est pro patina mon”. This is truly a wonderful example of a Mexican War Dragoon Saber. CONDITION: The blade is bright with scattered blemishes from handling and wear. Oxidation from age with legible etched markings. The hilt exhibits typical wear from handling and age and exhibits a nice patina. Twisted wire is firm with excellent grip. Saber remains sturdy. The scabbard exhibits a pleasing patina yet remains bright and attractive. Scattered dents throughout its length with firmly secured carry rings. Typical blemishes from wear. There are 2 cracks, with the largest measuring approximately 3 – 3/4”. Presentation and engraved decorations remain legible with some faint areas. The sword fits about 75% in the scabbard before it is halted and struggles to fit the rest of the way. Overall good. Blade Length: 34" Overall Length: 39 - 1/2" Paperwork: Folder with Information
The upcoming presentation of this US M1833 Dragoon officer's saber, along with its inscription, is recorded in the Baltimore Sun on May 23, 1845 when it is mentioned as a...more surprise for Harris, perhaps for a recent promotion to Captain. “As a specimen of skillful workmanship the sword is well worthy of admiration, but its value is a thousand times enhanced by the circumstances under which it is about to be presented”. Born in Calvert County, Maryland in 1801, Thomas Griggs Harris was a resident of Washington County by 1840. The Potomac Dragoons are mentioned as early as 1842 when they escorted President Tyler in Baltimore. In March 1845 they were in Washington for the inaugural procession of President Polk, though commanded by a Lt. Banford at the time. Harris had been promoted to Major by January 1846 when the Potomac Dragoons offered their services for the Mexican War and was in command in December when they participated in the funeral procession in Baltimore of Marylander Samuel Ringgold who died of wounds received at Palo Alto. He is last found in command of the mounted troops of the Frederick area in a June 1848 parade. Harris’s wife seems to have come from Rockbridge County, Virginia, where Harris is recorded as dying in January 1868. The saber is a very scarce US M1833 Dragoon officer's saber. Congress re-established regular army mounted units only in 1833 with the First Regiment of Dragoons and the Second Regiment in 1836. The units played important parts in US westward expansion. The M1833 is modeled on the British 1822 pattern and features many similar characteristics. The hilt is of brass, with tiered pommel and backstrap, which meets a thick ferrule that secures the grip, wrapped with sharkskin and grooved to accommodate twisted brass wire. Classic open knucklebow and guard which is typical of mounted sabers. An officer’s brocade/portepee is wrapped around the knucklebow. Quillon is marked “WS”. The blade features a slight curve with single, unstopped fuller. Mostly devoid of decoration, the blade is nicely etched “N.P. Ames / Cutler / Springfield / 1837” in thin cursive on the obverse and “United States” over olive branches in the same font on the reverse. The scabbard is regulation only in style, not appearance. Constructed of brass, the scabbard is quite attractive and features thick, lush oak leaves at the center with foliate designs toward the drag. The presentation is contained in a square vignette between the mounts, and is flanked to the left by a gorgeous federal eagle, perched on a patriotic shield, contained in an oval vignette and a representation of Justice holding scales, but unblindfolded, with naval motifs in the background, also contained in an oval vignette. The presentation reads “Presented to / Capt. Thomas Griggs Harris / By The members of his Corps Potomac Dragoons / as a slight testimonial of their love for him as a Soldier / and a Citizen Sharpsburg Md. May 1845”. The reverse of the scabbard is also nicely engraved as it features vignettes containing scrolled flowers which flank the inscription “Potomac Dragoons / Organized Sept. 12th 1841 / Duler et decorum est pro patina mon”. This is truly a wonderful example of a Mexican War Dragoon Saber. CONDITION: The blade is bright with scattered blemishes from handling and wear. Oxidation from age with legible etched markings. The hilt exhibits typical wear from handling and age and exhibits a nice patina. Twisted wire is firm with excellent grip. Saber remains sturdy. The scabbard exhibits a pleasing patina yet remains bright and attractive. Scattered dents throughout its length with firmly secured carry rings. Typical blemishes from wear. There are 2 cracks, with the largest measuring approximately 3 – 3/4”. Presentation and engraved decorations remain legible with some faint areas. The sword fits about 75% in the scabbard before it is halted and struggles to fit the rest of the way. Overall good. Blade Length: 34" Overall Length: 39 - 1/2" Paperwork: Folder with Information

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A MARYLAND VOLUNTEER IN MEXICO AND THE DEFENSES OF CHARLESTON: MEXICAN WAR AND CIVIL WAR DOCUMENTS O

Lot # 1147 (Sale Order: 147 of 326)      

Grouping consists of 3 items relating to Marylander Charles Collard Ross (1822-1869) who served in the Mexican War and the Confederate Army in the Civil War. (A) Maryland honorable discharge certificate for Ross as “private of Company [E] Capt. Geo. W. Brown Md & D.C. Regt of Volunteers,” listing his date of muster in, 26 July 1846, and muster out, 18 July 1848. “United States Service / Maryland Volunteers / in the Mexican War” at upper center with military vignettes and portraits in cartouches, names of officers on scrolls fastened around palm trees at lower left and right, a stand of arms and flags, etc. Faded red seal at lower left, 1855 dated signatures of Governor, Secretary of State, and Major General at lower right. CONDITION: Very good. Some wrinkling and soiling. 2 or 3 small holes not affecting content or presentation. (B) Sixth plate cased ambrotype of Ross in simple fatigue blouse, worn open at collar to show bowtie. He wears a waistbelt with oval plate (detail obscured) and the butt of a holstered pistol showing at his side. Accompanied by wartime Maryland patriotic envelope with period pencil notation: “Uncle Charlie likeness from a Charleston Harbor Gallery 1861 sent to mother.” CONDITION: Very good. Solarization to edges of image only affecting lower arms of sitter. Minor rubs. Some crazing to emulsion not affecting figure. (C) Ross’s 1865 certificate of release as POW from Pt. Lookout, Maryland, with signed oath of allegiance June 30 and July 1 US Provost Marshal stamp. CONDITION: Very good. Maryland and DC furnished 2 units of volunteers: a battalion (May 1846 –May 1847) and a regiment (May/June 1847 – July 1848.) Ross’s date of muster in on the document implies service in both units. The battalion served on the Rio Grande and was at the storming of Monterrey. The regiment, organized after discharge of the battalion was posted to Vera Cruz, saw some action at National Bridge and against guerrillas, and then garrisoned Jalapa. Ross clearly liked military adventure, making his way to South Carolina to enlist in Captain Winder’s battery of South Carolina Artillery at Castle Pinckney 16 April 1861, immediately after the bombardment of Fort Sumter. This battery subsequently became Captain Child’s Company South Carolina Artillery and in November 1862 became Company C of Lucas’s Battalion of Heavy Artillery. Notes on his Sept.-Oct. 1861 muster roll mention detached service at Fort Sumter, which may indicate he was part of the Confederate garrison of the fort. In any case, he was in the Charleston defenses for most of the war, which were repeatedly engaged and besieged by U.S. forces. He made corporal in 1863 and sergeant in 1864. He applied to transfer to the Maryland Line in April 1864 and his records indicate a transfer, but Hartzler’s notes indicate a lack of transportation kept him in South Carolina forces, which seems confirmed by his unit designation throughout the war. Paperwork: Folder of Research
Grouping consists of 3 items relating to Marylander Charles Collard Ross (1822-1869) who served in the Mexican War and the Confederate Army in the Civil War. (A) Maryland...more honorable discharge certificate for Ross as “private of Company [E] Capt. Geo. W. Brown Md & D.C. Regt of Volunteers,” listing his date of muster in, 26 July 1846, and muster out, 18 July 1848. “United States Service / Maryland Volunteers / in the Mexican War” at upper center with military vignettes and portraits in cartouches, names of officers on scrolls fastened around palm trees at lower left and right, a stand of arms and flags, etc. Faded red seal at lower left, 1855 dated signatures of Governor, Secretary of State, and Major General at lower right. CONDITION: Very good. Some wrinkling and soiling. 2 or 3 small holes not affecting content or presentation. (B) Sixth plate cased ambrotype of Ross in simple fatigue blouse, worn open at collar to show bowtie. He wears a waistbelt with oval plate (detail obscured) and the butt of a holstered pistol showing at his side. Accompanied by wartime Maryland patriotic envelope with period pencil notation: “Uncle Charlie likeness from a Charleston Harbor Gallery 1861 sent to mother.” CONDITION: Very good. Solarization to edges of image only affecting lower arms of sitter. Minor rubs. Some crazing to emulsion not affecting figure. (C) Ross’s 1865 certificate of release as POW from Pt. Lookout, Maryland, with signed oath of allegiance June 30 and July 1 US Provost Marshal stamp. CONDITION: Very good. Maryland and DC furnished 2 units of volunteers: a battalion (May 1846 –May 1847) and a regiment (May/June 1847 – July 1848.) Ross’s date of muster in on the document implies service in both units. The battalion served on the Rio Grande and was at the storming of Monterrey. The regiment, organized after discharge of the battalion was posted to Vera Cruz, saw some action at National Bridge and against guerrillas, and then garrisoned Jalapa. Ross clearly liked military adventure, making his way to South Carolina to enlist in Captain Winder’s battery of South Carolina Artillery at Castle Pinckney 16 April 1861, immediately after the bombardment of Fort Sumter. This battery subsequently became Captain Child’s Company South Carolina Artillery and in November 1862 became Company C of Lucas’s Battalion of Heavy Artillery. Notes on his Sept.-Oct. 1861 muster roll mention detached service at Fort Sumter, which may indicate he was part of the Confederate garrison of the fort. In any case, he was in the Charleston defenses for most of the war, which were repeatedly engaged and besieged by U.S. forces. He made corporal in 1863 and sergeant in 1864. He applied to transfer to the Maryland Line in April 1864 and his records indicate a transfer, but Hartzler’s notes indicate a lack of transportation kept him in South Carolina forces, which seems confirmed by his unit designation throughout the war. Paperwork: Folder of Research

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MARYLAND MILITIA CAVALRY OFFICER’S EAGLE HEAD SABER, 1846 COMMISSION, AND DOCUMENTS OF CAPTAIN MATTH

Lot # 1148 (Sale Order: 148 of 326)      

The grouping consists of the gilt brass eagle pommel officer’s saber and 1846 dated Maryland militia commission of Captain Matthew T. Goldsborough, of Talbott County, with a bullion helmet tassel, and some miscellaneous paper. The saber is quite attractive and features a curved blade with a single, wide ricasso, flat spine, and small ricasso. The blade is decorated for about half of its length with an elegantly fire blued panel that is ornamented with gold washed patriotic and foliate motifs. The panel terminates with an attractive fire blued rococo scroll. The hilt is of brass with straight crossguard that terminates with a thick circular quillon. The crossguard features 2 shield languets, each decorated with a federal eagle over top of a stippled background. The knucklebow is elegantly decorated and resembles an arch shaped stirrup, and is feathered right before it connects to the pommel. The eagle head features an open beak with thick individual plumage and pronounced forehead. The feathers flow to the backstrap which is smooth and connects to a wide ferrule that is decorated with leaf motifs. The grip is of grooved ivory and wrapped with twisted brass wire. The sword is complete with its gilded brass scabbard that features 2 bands, each of which accommodates a carry ring. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a pleasing patina with scattered freckling throughout its length. Decorations retain generous amounts of their original gold wash and remain crisp. Hilt exhibits a pleasing honey patina with scattered blemishes from age and handling. The grip exhibits a slight nicotine patina with handling wear and a few hairline cracks, as well as a significant chip toward the pommel. Slight separation from the back strap with tight wire. The scabbard retains a generous amount of its original gilding with scattered blemishes from handling and wear throughout its length and a few minor dents. Gilt brass trimmed sabers are still sometimes classified as artillery by collectors, but militia regulations varied by state and even by company. The commission appoints Goldsborough “Captain of a troop of horse attached to 9th Regiment Cavalry District M.M.”. This comes with a small bullion waffle with tassels on a short loop, likely from bullion helmet cords. Associated documents included a deed, and a copy of “The Navy of the United States from the Commencement 1775 to 1853” that is named to Goldsborough, etc. The paper items exhibit yellowing and blemishes that are typical of old documents. This is a group of very nice pieces that display well and are connected to prominent Maryland families. Matthew Tilghman Goldsborough (1812-1861) was the son of Nicholas Goldsborough and Elizabeth Tench Tilghman Goldsborough. Blade Length: 29 - 3/4" Overall Length: 34 - 3/4" Paperwork: Folder
The grouping consists of the gilt brass eagle pommel officer’s saber and 1846 dated Maryland militia commission of Captain Matthew T. Goldsborough, of Talbott County, wit...moreh a bullion helmet tassel, and some miscellaneous paper. The saber is quite attractive and features a curved blade with a single, wide ricasso, flat spine, and small ricasso. The blade is decorated for about half of its length with an elegantly fire blued panel that is ornamented with gold washed patriotic and foliate motifs. The panel terminates with an attractive fire blued rococo scroll. The hilt is of brass with straight crossguard that terminates with a thick circular quillon. The crossguard features 2 shield languets, each decorated with a federal eagle over top of a stippled background. The knucklebow is elegantly decorated and resembles an arch shaped stirrup, and is feathered right before it connects to the pommel. The eagle head features an open beak with thick individual plumage and pronounced forehead. The feathers flow to the backstrap which is smooth and connects to a wide ferrule that is decorated with leaf motifs. The grip is of grooved ivory and wrapped with twisted brass wire. The sword is complete with its gilded brass scabbard that features 2 bands, each of which accommodates a carry ring. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a pleasing patina with scattered freckling throughout its length. Decorations retain generous amounts of their original gold wash and remain crisp. Hilt exhibits a pleasing honey patina with scattered blemishes from age and handling. The grip exhibits a slight nicotine patina with handling wear and a few hairline cracks, as well as a significant chip toward the pommel. Slight separation from the back strap with tight wire. The scabbard retains a generous amount of its original gilding with scattered blemishes from handling and wear throughout its length and a few minor dents. Gilt brass trimmed sabers are still sometimes classified as artillery by collectors, but militia regulations varied by state and even by company. The commission appoints Goldsborough “Captain of a troop of horse attached to 9th Regiment Cavalry District M.M.”. This comes with a small bullion waffle with tassels on a short loop, likely from bullion helmet cords. Associated documents included a deed, and a copy of “The Navy of the United States from the Commencement 1775 to 1853” that is named to Goldsborough, etc. The paper items exhibit yellowing and blemishes that are typical of old documents. This is a group of very nice pieces that display well and are connected to prominent Maryland families. Matthew Tilghman Goldsborough (1812-1861) was the son of Nicholas Goldsborough and Elizabeth Tench Tilghman Goldsborough. Blade Length: 29 - 3/4" Overall Length: 34 - 3/4" Paperwork: Folder

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(A) RARE AND FINE RELIEF CARVED KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED H. KOONS, WITH BRASS LOCK.

Lot # 1149 (Sale Order: 149 of 326)      

Extra fine raised carved Kentucky rifle signed "H. KOONS". Henry Koons worked originally in Double Pipe Creek, Maryland, working circa 1800 to 1825. Koons rifles are rare and this particular rifle belonged to Albert M. Sullivan at one time and is pictured on pg. 48 in "The Kentucky Rifle: A True American Heritage" published by the Kentucky Rifle Association in 1967. This 1 of 4 Koons rifles known to this cataloger. Rifle has 42 -1/2" slightly swamped octagon .41 caliber smoothbore barrel with rifle sights. Barrel is signed "H. KOONS" in brass plate on barrel. Rifle has rare brass percussion lock; rifle looks to always have been percussion and controlled with a single trigger. Fine raised carved 1 -7/8" wide butt curly maple stock with "C" scroll pattern behind cheek, raised shell pattern wrist carving, beavertail pattern behind lock, and backplate with raised fleur de lis pattern behind tailpipe with brass hardware. 2 coin silver inlays including a silver thumbpiece and engraved Hunter's Star on silver oval plate on cheek. Brass engraved 4 piece patchbox with 3 piercings, Koons typical "pinwheel" sideplates and horsehead finial with bone button release. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research packet. Pictured in the red KRA. book on Page 48, "Kentucky Rifle Patchboxes: All New Volume II by Chandler and Whisker, Plate 232, and in "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker, pg. 47 and on pg. 100 of "Gunsmiths of Maryland" Hartzler and Whisker. PROVENANCE: Ex. Albert Sullivan Collection. CONDITION: Metal has turned to a silvery brown patina with brass having a pleasing unpolished patina. Wood has excellent looking, possibly original, finish. Dark sharp rifling and soft mechanics. A super rare and conditioned Kentucky. DLM Barrel Length: 42 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Koons Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN
Extra fine raised carved Kentucky rifle signed "H. KOONS". Henry Koons worked originally in Double Pipe Creek, Maryland, working circa 1800 to 1825. Koons rifles are rare...more and this particular rifle belonged to Albert M. Sullivan at one time and is pictured on pg. 48 in "The Kentucky Rifle: A True American Heritage" published by the Kentucky Rifle Association in 1967. This 1 of 4 Koons rifles known to this cataloger. Rifle has 42 -1/2" slightly swamped octagon .41 caliber smoothbore barrel with rifle sights. Barrel is signed "H. KOONS" in brass plate on barrel. Rifle has rare brass percussion lock; rifle looks to always have been percussion and controlled with a single trigger. Fine raised carved 1 -7/8" wide butt curly maple stock with "C" scroll pattern behind cheek, raised shell pattern wrist carving, beavertail pattern behind lock, and backplate with raised fleur de lis pattern behind tailpipe with brass hardware. 2 coin silver inlays including a silver thumbpiece and engraved Hunter's Star on silver oval plate on cheek. Brass engraved 4 piece patchbox with 3 piercings, Koons typical "pinwheel" sideplates and horsehead finial with bone button release. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research packet. Pictured in the red KRA. book on Page 48, "Kentucky Rifle Patchboxes: All New Volume II by Chandler and Whisker, Plate 232, and in "Maryland Longrifles" by Hartzler and Whisker, pg. 47 and on pg. 100 of "Gunsmiths of Maryland" Hartzler and Whisker. PROVENANCE: Ex. Albert Sullivan Collection. CONDITION: Metal has turned to a silvery brown patina with brass having a pleasing unpolished patina. Wood has excellent looking, possibly original, finish. Dark sharp rifling and soft mechanics. A super rare and conditioned Kentucky. DLM Barrel Length: 42 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Koons Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

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(A) HIGHLY CARVED PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED "J.M." FOR JOHN MEWHIRTER.

Lot # 1150 (Sale Order: 150 of 326)      

John Mewhirter worked in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania with working dates from circa 1815 to 1841. Rifle has a 38 - 1/2" octagonal .52 caliber smoothbore barrel, rifle sights, and signed in script "J.M." on lock plate. Bedford style high spur hammer on gunsmith made percussion lock with double set trigger control (rear trigger broken off). Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including an engraved 4 piece patchbox with floral ring finial, hidden release in toe, and 10 coin silver inlays including a combpiece (possible replacement) and Federal Eagle on oval on cheekpiece. Beautifully raised carved floral and vine pattern behind and around cheek with fleur-de-lis pattern on wrist, floral raised pattern in front of patchbox, and a very nice dished forestock moulding. Missing inlay on carry area behind tailpipe. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research. Pictured on page 112 of "Gunsmiths of Maryland" by Hartzler and Whisker. CONDITION: Overall good with metal flaking and turning a brown patina. Forestock shows cracking and some missing strips of wood. Missing rear trigger. Rifle probably cut back at one point in usage period. Lock has some burnout around lock with wood missing. Dark pitted bore with sticky mechanics. Finely decorated rifle! DLM Barrel Length: 38 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .52 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Mewhriter Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN
John Mewhirter worked in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania with working dates from circa 1815 to 1841. Rifle has a 38 - 1/2" octagonal .52 caliber smoothbore barrel, rifle ...moresights, and signed in script "J.M." on lock plate. Bedford style high spur hammer on gunsmith made percussion lock with double set trigger control (rear trigger broken off). Full curly maple stock with brass hardware including an engraved 4 piece patchbox with floral ring finial, hidden release in toe, and 10 coin silver inlays including a combpiece (possible replacement) and Federal Eagle on oval on cheekpiece. Beautifully raised carved floral and vine pattern behind and around cheek with fleur-de-lis pattern on wrist, floral raised pattern in front of patchbox, and a very nice dished forestock moulding. Missing inlay on carry area behind tailpipe. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research. Pictured on page 112 of "Gunsmiths of Maryland" by Hartzler and Whisker. CONDITION: Overall good with metal flaking and turning a brown patina. Forestock shows cracking and some missing strips of wood. Missing rear trigger. Rifle probably cut back at one point in usage period. Lock has some burnout around lock with wood missing. Dark pitted bore with sticky mechanics. Finely decorated rifle! DLM Barrel Length: 38 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .52 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Mewhriter Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

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