October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
This sword bears the signed tag from the George C. Neumann Collection. This sword is pictured and described in plate 39.SS on page 316 of his book "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Circa 1740-1780, this German hanger has a slightly curved steel blade with flat sides, indistinct maker's mark on right side of ricasso. The heart-shaped guard with recessed panels on both sides and forward facing quillon stamped with cartouche of crossed hammer and sickle. Spiraling cast brass grip and two-piece cast brass pommel with integral capstan. Complete with later associated scabbard of brown leather with red painted surface. CONDITION: Blade retains a dark pitted surface with some nicks to edge. Hilt retains a mustard patina with darker patina in protected areas. Scabbard very good. PROVENANCE: George S. Neumann Collection.