December 10, 2019 Edged Weapon, Armor & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/10/2019
This sword was probably imported to America in the early part of the 19th century. It is in the French taste, but features many patriotic American motifs. The sword has a heavily curved blade with wide single fuller on each side. There are etched foliate scrolls and moons on both sides. Cast and chased reverse-P hilt of brass with languettes, the right side featuring a relief splayed eagle with an "E. PLURIBUS UNUM" banner above. The quillon is also a detailed eagle head. Heavy knucklebow engraved with a flower in the center and the sides with repeating chased acanthus leaf designs. Large and detailed eagle head pommel and fruitwood French-style grip with checkered panels and fluted borders. Complete with its original brass scabbard with brass mounts, heavily decorated with repousse foliate scrolls and florals. CONDITION: Blade shows a grey patina with some areas of scattered rust and darker patina, designs show wear. Hilt retains a dark patina. Grip with some minor chipping. Scabbard has traces of silver plating in protected areas and retains a light mustard patina, some minor scattered denting. Fit slightly askew at throat, one minor chip to throat ring. A very elaborate imported American eagle pommel sword. DMG