Thomas Griswold & Co. of New Orleans, Louisiana Foot Officers Sword. In August 1861, the partnership of Hyde & Goodrich was dissolved by the withdrawal of A. L. Hyde and the firm continued as Thomas - Griswold & Company. By 1862 New Orleans was in Union hands. This Rebel officers sword has as strong a maker stamp as you could hope to find. This has the original grip wrap and wire, showing expected wear. The scabbard is an original Civil War sheath, but not made by Mssrs. Thomas and Griswold........................................................................................Checking other sales online The Horse Soldier in Gettysburg shows they sold one with no scabbard for $7500. The opening bid here is a gift. ..................................................................

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