September 29, 2021 The Bill Myers Collection
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/29/2021
This circa 1820 unique patriotic sword has a slightly curved single-edged blade with a wide shallow fuller on each side. The right side is engraved with gilded designs including a Liberty pole with Liberty cap atop and florals. Opposite side engraved with floral scrolls. The one piece stirrup hilt has a cut out chicken eagle guard engraved on both sides with detailed feathers and a shield on its breast. Walnut grip shows a series of bulbous turnings. Flat brass pommel. Bottom of knucklebow engraved with an arrow pointing towards the pommel. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark brow patina and shows some wear to engraving. Blade shows traces of gilt decoration, some nicks to cutting edge and a minor chip on top, towards tip. Hilt retains a pleasing mustard patina, right wing of eagle bent slightly inwards. Grip excellent. A very unusual and patriotic American sword. DMG