GUN FALL 2015
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/5/2015
FABULOUS CIVIL WAR AMES PRESENTATION STAFF & FIELD OFFICER''S SWORD TO CAPT JOHN WILEY 16TH MASSACHUSETTS.This is among the highest grade Ames staff officer''s swords you will find with solid brass engraved scabbard with 1863 dated presentation on scabbard and Capt. Wiley''s name & regiment on hilt. Capt. Wiley''s sword is accompanied by copies of his service and pension records. SIZE: CONDITION: Very fine overall. Sword, hilt & scabbard retain 95% orig gold plate. 32" blade retains most of its orig bright finish & frosting with scattered areas of staining and pitting, especially near tip. Sharks skin grip is worn and chipped at high areas. 49551-1 JS (5,000-7,500)