November 3 & 4, 2026 Online Only Firearms
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Lot #2466:
US CIVIL WAR M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD BY AMES.
Civil War M1850 Foot Officer's Sword by Ames. Double etched blade that is decorated with panels that feature patriotic and foliate motifs for over half its length. The sword is maker marked using acid etching on the obverse ricasso and reads "Ames Mfg. Co. / Chicopee . Mass". Inspector marked "US / J.H. / 1862" on ricasso below maker mark. Blade exhibits a light gray patina with scattered blemishes and freckling. Open scrollwork on the guard, laurel leaves engraved on pommel, and tiered cap. Center swelled, grooved wood grip to accommodate twisted brass wire over the shagreen wrap. Guard with pleasing patina. Complete with leather scabbard that features brass mounts. Mounts exhibit a pleasing patina. Upper mount is marked "AMES MFG. CO. / CHICOPEE / MASS". Scabbard body remains intact with scattered crazing and surface cracks. Recoloring and touched up in areas. CONDITION: Good.
Item Dimensions: L: 37"