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Confederate Short Sword, Boyle, Gamble, & McAFee

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Confederate Short Sword, Boyle, Gamble, & McAFee

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Description

An Exceedingly Rare Confederate Artillery Short Sword by Boyle, Gamble, & McAFee, dated 1861. The grip appears to be entirely of brass, and is signed and dated on the guard. The unmarked blade has surface rust. Original black leather scabbard, unmarked, with brass fittings. Blade is 13 3/8" long, sword is 19" overall, scabbard is 14 1/2" long. In a remarkable state of preservation. The firm of Boyle (Edward), Gamble (Thomas) & McAFee (Edward) was located on 6th Street in Richmond, Virginia, just one block from the Richmond Armory. They made a wide range of edged weapons for the Confederacy.

Condition

Absence of a condition report does not deem material without flaw. Please request a current condition report from the office at 610-558-1800 or info@williambunchauctions.com

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Confederate Short Sword, Boyle, Gamble, & McAFee

Name: Confederate Short Sword, Boyle, Gamble, & McAFee
SKU: 154389395
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500

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Starting Price $750

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