199

US 1840 Musician’s Sword with Etched Blade

An interesting US Model of 1840 Musician’s sword and scabbard, but the sword has an etched blade. There are no marks visible on the sword, but there may be a maker’s name etched on one side of the ricasso that cannot currently be read. The blade has vines and florals etched on both sides. They are a bit hard to make out as the blade has an overall dark grey patina, although there is no pitting. The scabbard is intact, in black leather with conventional brass mounts. Dimensions: The blade is 27.75 inches long. The sword in scabbard is 34.5 inches long overall.   Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $65.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.

Condition:

The hilt is slightly bent, with the D-guard bent in a little, and the knuckle bow pushed towards the pommel. The quillon is also slightly bent. The blade is overall grey, and although it is etched, it is difficult to make out the details, including what may be the maker’s name. The scabbard is intact, but has a slightly crude repair in the middle. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions. Please be advised we do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.

Estimate: $250 - $500
Price Realized Including Buyer's Premium
$188
12/01/2022

 

Have a Similar Item?

Consign With Us
 

Annex Auctions strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Annex Auctions. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms and Conditions. Methods of payment are cash, check, money orders, card or wire transfer for foreign payments. This auction has a buyer's premium of 25%.