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Overall length: 37”. Blade length: 30 5/8”. Blade has a single wide fuller with vestiges of gold-highlighted etching on a blued field over the first 15 1/2". Etching includes various foliate, military, and patriotic motifs, including sprays of arms. Brass hilt was likely originally gilded. Crossguard, with downturned quillon, and the knuckle bow are quite plain. The backstrap is also plain but leads to a very well-articulated eagle head pommel. Carved bone grip with a 2” section on one side having a dark epoxy repair. Brass-mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: blade has a dark, mottled patina with only traces of gilding and bluing remaining. Crossguard is slightly bent. Repaired grip. Scabbard remains quite solid with minimal flaking and flexing. (02-22348/BF). $500-750.
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LATE FEDERAL PERIOD EAGLE HEAD OFFICER’S SABER.
Estimate $500 - $750
Starting Price
$250
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Item located in Fairfield, ME, USOffers In-House Shipping
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PREMIER FIREARMS AUCTION, DAY 3, JUNE 9, 2024
Fairfield, ME, USA
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