LOT OF 2: MARYLAND M1860 SWORDS.

This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/15/2022

Lot consists of: (A) Model 1860 Staff Officer's sword from Oehm & Company, who were military outfitters in Baltimore, Maryland from 1860-1889. The sword is in standard M1860 configuration, with spearpoint blade and is marked "OEHM / & Co. / Baltimore / MD". The blade is adorned with patriotic and foliate motifs including scrollwork, panoplies of arms, The letters "US", and a Federal eagle. The guard is downturned, and features a colonial soldier in a tricorn hat with a long coat and musket. Oval quillon. The background is neatly stippled and the guard forms into a knucklebow which is cast with floral motifs. Pommel cap with floral decoration and Federal eagle underneath. The grip is wrapped in sharkskin and grooved in order to accommodate the twisted brass wire. The sword is complete with its steel scabbard, which is nicely blued and features brass mounts. Drag features a star decoration. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a dark gray patina with heavy pitting at the tip. Decorations are visible but muted. The hilt exhibits a pleasing patina with handling wear and skin loss on the grip. Scabbard retains most of its original finish with sturdy mounts. Overall good. (B) Barnard & McAinn M1860 Staff Officer's sword. Standard configuration with blade marked "Knights of St. Vincent" as well as correct maker mark. The guard features a soldier holding a swaddled child with buildings in the background. Oval quillon with knucklebow adorned with floral motifs. Pommel cap with floral decoration and Federal eagle underneath. The grip is grooved and wrapped in leather with thick single band wire accommodated by the grooves. There is a leather sword knot attached to the knucklebow. Complete with its steel scabbard with brass mounts. Drag features star decoration. CONDITION: The blade exhibits a gray patina. Guard exhibits a pleasing patina. Grip exhibits handling wear with scattered blemishes on the letter. Scabbard appears to have been nickeled and features pitting and oxidation. Mounts are secure. Overall good.

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Value

Blade Length

(A) 30" (B) 28 - 1/2"

Overall Length

(A) 35 - 1/2" (B) 34"

Paperwork

(Both) Information Folders