AMER WINTER 2016
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, February 3, 2016.
FINE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR OFFICERS SWORD.This classic Revolutionary War hanger exhibits slotted guard, "grotesque" stylized lion head unique to American swords of the Revolutionary War. The blade is dated "1745" with stylized running animal as seen on quality blades of mid-18th Century. Similar examples can be found in all the standard references on American swords of the Revolutionary War. SIZE: PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good overall. Brass hilt and pommel sound with old cleaning, mustard colored patina, 27-1/4" blade is grey with good markings with numerous small nicks in cutting edge as can be seen in photo. Smooth wood grip has hand worn patina. 49488-3 JS (2,000-3,000)