February 24-26th 2017 Premier Firearms
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/25/2017
The two branches of the silver guard are soldered and further held by a band just above the knuckle bows midpoint. They are attached to the counter guard, which bears a double stamped cartouche of Roman capitals “I R” in a rectangle appear in the inferior side of the counter guard. The first initial I and the back of the R are joining. The silver knuckle bow varies in thickness. The quillon has a solid half ball on each side that matches the solid cap stand which is made of applied silver. Tall ferrules hold the dark green horn grip, which is inlaid with seven twisted wire columns along with three silver hallowed tacks that alternate between the columns. The top of the branches and counter guard are engraved with very small slashes, dots and flowing line decorations. Slightly curved blade with a broad irregular fuller near the spine. Hilt: 4-1/2”. Total: 31”. Copy of "American Silver-Hilted Revolutionary and Early Federal Swords by Daniel Hartzler", featuring this sword will be included. Sword is featured on page 659, figure 595. Very good condition; blade retains a dark brown patina with some nicks on blade and some areas of heavy patina or pitting. Hilt shows some edge wear and scattered marks from use, some areas of dark patina on a mostly polished surface. Grip excellent and showing some cracks from age.