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Overall length: 42 1/2". Blade length: 35”. Plain blade with a single wide fuller and a secondary fuller near the spine. The ricasso is marked “Made by AMES MFG CO CHICOPEE MASS.” & “1860.” Most of the 1860-dated Ames cavalry sabers are thought to have gone south prior to the Civil War. Brass semi-basket hilt with 2-branch guard. Standard pommel in the form of a Phrygian cap. Wire-wrapped leather grip. Iron scabbard. CONDITION: blade shows substantial original factory polish. Hilt shows very light wear overall. Scabbard has a light gray patina with a few areas of scattered oxidation. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Edward Scott Meadows. (02-22064/BF). $1,200-1,600.
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US M1860 CAVALRY SABER BY AMES DATED 1860.
Estimate $1,200 - $1,600
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$600
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PREMIER FIREARMS AUCTION, DAY 3, JUNE 9, 2024
Fairfield, ME, USA
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