March 1-2, 2018 Firearms, Militaria & Sporting
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/1/2018
This is a fine presentation eagles head pommel saber in a scarce configuration. Curved nickel plated steel blade with single fuller on each side, right side etched with scrolls, an American eagle, crossed cannons, and an etched presentation panel which reads "Presented to COL. WARREN E. PUGH. INF. RES./BY THE R.O.A. DEPT. OF ILL. MAY 14, 1938-" The left side is decorated with foliage, large intertwined "US" and arms motifs. Left side of ricasso marked "CHICAGO/UNIFORM/& CAP CO./CHICAGO/ILL." Cast silver-plated brass three branch guard with relief leaf decoration and an eagle head pommel with red jewel eyes. Standard black synthetic Model 1902 grip with finger grooves. Complete with nickel plated steel scabbard with relief cast silver-plated mounts featuring floral scroll decoration and an eagle in relief. Blade excellent with all of original finish and only a some light scabbard marks. Hilt has some light wear and some darkening to silver patina. Scabbard has almost all of original finish and scattered light freckles. This is a scarce and fine presentation sword.
Item Dimensions: 40"