May 17, 2022 Early Arms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/17/2022
For another example with a similar pierced iron D-guard, see plate 318.S on page 167 of "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Third-quarter, 18th century. The slightly curved blade is of American manufacture and has a narrow fuller along the top on both sides. D-shaped guard has seven piercings, including two hearts. Iron backstrap and integral bird's head type pommel with leather-wrapped wooden grip. CONDITION: Rough and dry as found condition. Blade retains a dark surface with some heavy corrosion. Hilt retains a pitted dark surface, top of guard bent forward. A generous portion of the loose leather grip remains present. A nice blacksmith-forged American sword. DMG