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Lot 31: American Eagle head officers sword circa about

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $250 - $500

Description: American Eagle head officers sword circa about 1830 showing 30" curved blade and 35 ½" overall with period associated steel scabbard with brass mounts. The Eagle head shows a cast Federal Eagle at the center of the guard with stars above it.The bone grip is shows a crack small losses. The hilt shows a heavy patina. The scabbard is rusting and been with the sword a long time but is slightly oversized. Overall fair to good condition. Est.: $250 -$500.

Lot 32: Model 1860 U.S. Staff Officer's sword and scabbard

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $250 - $500

Description: Model 1860 U.S. Staff Officer's sword and scabbard with inscription on scabbard "First Lieut. William Jarvie, Jr., U.S. Volunteer Signal Corps. from A.C.J."; blade is etched and by F.J. Heibrger of Washington, D.C.; in overall good conditionwith some scattered spots of erosion; nice patina to brass guard, grip and pommel, rayskin wire wrapped grip, polished nickel scabbard; recipient of sword should be researched further. Est.: $250-$500.

Lot 70: U.S. Model 1860 staff and field officer's sword by

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $500 - $1,000

Description: U.S. Model 1860 staff and field officer's sword by Springfield Armory. The blade is well marked and very good to near fine condition and overall the sword is very good plus to near fine also. The scabbard shows a couple small dents and some minor pinprick pitting. Complete inspections. Springfield marked swords are scarce and desirable. Est.: $500 $1,000.

Lot 71: U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword by Ames in

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $500 - $1,000

Description: U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword by Ames in very good original condition with scabbard. The blade has been lightly cleaned and shows most of its etching with good etched Ames makers marks. The scabbard shows Ames stamp at the throat and is also good to very good showing just normal age. The grip is shark skin or ray skin and in very good condition with some slight edge wear and a good tight wrap. The patina on the hilt and scabbard match well. Est.: $500-$1,000.

Lot 92: An 1822 pattern Officers Infantry sword, the brass

by Halls Fine Art

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM GMT

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £120 - £180

Description: An 1822 pattern Officers Infantry sword, the brass hilt inset with a 'VR' cypher surmounted by Royal Crown, part fullered blade, the fish skin grip bound by wire, blade length 82cm, overall length 97cm

Lot 94: An 1897 pattern officers sword, the pierced half

by Halls Fine Art

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM GMT

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £100 - £150

Description: An 1897 pattern officers sword, the pierced half basket steel hilt with crown VR cypher, the foliate etched blade by Hawkes and Co, London, with leather sword knot, blade length 82cm overall length, 96cm, complete with brown leather regulation scabbard and sword cover (3)

Lot 151: Non-regulation officer's Civil War era sword model

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $4,000

Description: Non-regulation officer's Civil War era sword model of 1850 showing iron pierced guard with Eagle and fancy etched blade with Schulyer, Hartley and Graham, New York agent markings. The reverse of the ricasso shows a W. Clauberg, Solingen andmarked with iron proof. The blade is very finely etched with scrolls, stand of arms and a U.S. with inscription panel etched 8 ½" from the tip in front of the standard etching and approximately 5" in length the inscription reads "LT. A. Hiram,Plummer from C. A. 155th Ind. (Indiana) Vols". The blade is in fine to near excellent condition showing most of the original polish with frosty etching just beginning minor normal age and the etched panel is absolutely authentic. The scabbard and hilt are also very good plus to near fine and a period sword knot is included. The scabbard shows a couple of minor dings, dents and etc. From the estate of Mel Kessen. Est.: $2,000-$4,000.

Lot 152: U.S. Model 1850 staff and field officer's sword by

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $7,000

Description: U.S. Model 1850 staff and field officer's sword by Ames with government inspection stamps J. H. and 1861 dated. The sword has had two brass plaques sweated to the scabbard long ago that are engraved General Vandever's staff and field working sword, and U.S. inspectors stamped. This exact sword was purchased by well-known old time collector Mel Kessen from the heirs of Major General William Vandever who lived in California. Mr. Kessen also purchased an ornate presentation sword with alarge group of Civil War artifacts belonging to Vandever. Kessen kept this 1850 because he felt the General had used it in the Civil War as a working sword and sold the entire remainder of the ensemble including the presentation sword for aprice he could not refuse at the Las Vegas show approx. 10 years ago. The scabbard shows Ames manufacture marks and the sword is in good condition showing some normal wear and use but is untouched and very good overall. General Vandeverhad a great war record and he was appointed Indian inspector by Pres. Grant in the 1870's. Littlejohn's Antique Arms is familiar with the facts of ownership by Kessen of Vandevers military collection and a note in Mel's handwriting is

Lot 320: Ridabock & Co., New York, U.S. officer's sword and

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $400 - $800

Description: Ridabock & Co., New York, U.S. officer's sword and scabbard; sword is overall very good with etched blade and some scattered spots of erosion, nicely cast brass guard and pommel, rayskin grip with wire wrap; metal scabbard with decorative goldcolored hangers and drag; a nice piece for the turn-of-the-century 1800s to 1900s. Est.: $400-$800.

Lot 374: U.S. Field and Staff Officer's sword and metal

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $150 - $300

Description: U.S. Field and Staff Officer's sword and metal scabbard by H.V. Allen & Co. N.Y. in overall uncleaned good condition showing a good etched blade, wire wrapped rayskin grip and brass guard and pommel; scabbard is brass mounted with nickelfinish. Est.: $150-$300.

Lot 382A: Non-Regulation Imported Officer's Sword, German manufactured for the U.S. market c. 1861-1865, brass-hilted foot officer's sword, eagle

by Skinner

2013

USA

Estimated Price: Log in or create account to view price data

Description: Non-Regulation Imported Officer's Sword, German manufactured for the U.S. market c. 1861-1865, brass-hilted foot officer's sword, eagle and U.S on hilt, shagreen and wire-wrapped grip, blade marked U.S., SOLINGEN, and PROVED, lg. 34 1/2 in.

Condition Report: Some shagreen and wood missing from grip, blade has dark patina. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Lot 401: Imperial era German officer's sword marked on top

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $200 - $400

Description: Imperial era German officer's sword marked on top of spine of blade by maker in Nürnberg in fancy script. The sword measures 37" overall with 31 ½" blade that is almost straight with only a slight curve and measures approx.. 1" across thickestpart of the ricasso. The simple D guard is constructed of brass and the grip is shark skin or ray skin wrapped with brass wire. The condition of the blade is very good plus and the handle shows some small losses. The scabbard shows someminor pitting. Generally very good overall and the name in very fancy letters may be F. M. Lauschinger in Nürnberg. Est.: $200-$400

Lot 475: US Model 1840 non-commissioned officers sword with

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $350 - $700

Description: US Model 1840 non-commissioned officers sword with scabbard dated 1864 and manufacture marked by Ames. The sword is in very good plus to near fine condition with crisp handle and near mint blade showing its original polish. The scabbard is verygood showing some cracks and small deteriorations and slight losses with a well done repair that is almost imperceptible. The sword shows a full series of inspection marks. Est.: $350 -$700

Lot 478: U.S. Model 1850 staff and field officer's sword

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $500 - $1,000

Description: U.S. Model 1850 staff and field officer's sword marked F. Horster, Solingen on blade. The sword remains in good to very good condition showing a nicely etched blade with some light cleaning and some pitting towards the foreword 3" of the tip.The scabbard is good with a tight seam and minor normal aging. All original and mounts are retained with a period sword knot. Est.: $500-$1,000.

Lot 851: Model 1840 non-commissioned officers sword with

by Little John's Auction Service

May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $200 - $400

Description: Model 1840 non-commissioned officers sword with blade etched showing Eagle and US by William Reed and sons of Boston Massachusetts. This sword retains the original scabbard and is overall in good condition showing some light cleaning andnormal aging. The grip is good with some small losses of leather in a tight wire wrap. The etching on the blade is slightly light. Est.: $200-$400

Lot 28: AN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £100 - £150

Description: AN OFFICERS SWORD. A Victorian officers three bar hilt sword, Manton & Co. London. Calcutta. Clean 35.5" single-edged curved blade with 3/4 fuller and partial decoration, VR cypher lacking a scabbard.

Lot 35: AN 1897 PATTERN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £150 - £200

Description: AN 1897 PATTERN OFFICERS SWORD. An officers sword with field (for an 1897 full pattern blade) and correct parade scabbards present with outer leather carrycase. Edward V11 cypher in the hilt guard and on the very clean, levee pattern blade. Black swordknot and both scabbards in very good condition, GFD initials on the outer carrycase.

Lot 36: A ROYAL ENGINEERS OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £150 - £200

Description: A ROYAL ENGINEERS OFFICERS SWORD. A Victorian Royal Engineers sword with Hodgson & Son Woolwich mark. 1897 pattern with VR cypher in the hilt, and a grenade and Royal Engineers on the lightly curved 32.5" single-edged blade. Interestingly the very clean blade also has German marks for Weyersberg, Kirschbuam and Co 1883-1930, below the proved mark. The King and Knights helm above WKC, with its black painted scabbard.

Lot 37: A VICTORIAN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £150 - £200

Description: A VICTORIAN OFFICERS SWORD. A Wilkinson three bar hilt sword, issued without numbers or cyphers. Plain heavy single-edged 34.5" blade, with three quarter fuller and sparse decoration. A family crest is in a cartouche, Vi et Virtute with initials below.( JF JH?). Wooden two loop mount scabbard, with black leather covering.

Lot 38: A NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD, CARRYCASE & BELT.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £180 - £200

Description: A NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD, CARRYCASE & BELT. A Royal Navy officers sword and scabbard, with swordknot and leather outer case. The 31.1/4" blade has been heavily polished over the years of usage, leaving the etched details faint under the clean finish blade. Complete with scabbard and owners name inscribed in the hilt, also a carrycase. Kings crown cypher on both hilt and black leather swordbelt.

Lot 56: AN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £60 - £80

Description: AN OFFICERS SWORD. A pipeback officers sword with 32.5" curved blade, lacking the cypher in its brass guard.

Lot 88: AN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £100 - £150

Description: AN OFFICERS SWORD. An 1897 pattern officers sword, complete with scabbard. Made by Henry Wilkinson number 55509, with black leather and metal scabbard. Clean 32.5" blade with GRI cypher amid foilage.

Lot 90: A NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD & WAISTBELT.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £250 - £350

Description: A NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD & WAISTBELT. A Victorian Naval Officers sword, scabbard, carrycase and KC waistbelt. The well polished slightly curved 29" blade with partial swordknot, has the name E A Rushton on the guard. Vice Admiral E A Astler-Rushton CB. CMG. was killed in a car accident in July 1935. He was in command when the Cruiser HMS Southampton became the first ship to sink a Submarine with gunfire. He commanded the 1931 2nd Cruiser Squadron the first to visit German Waters since the Gt War. In Command of the Reserve Fleet, he dined with the King on the Tuesday before his fatal motor accident, on the Thursday following .

Lot 97: AN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £120 - £150

Description: AN OFFICERS SWORD. A 19thC Victorian officers sword and steel scabbard, with very clean blade. Marked To The Queen Hawkes & Co. 14 Piccadilly. London W, numbered 5723 on the back edge. Brass hilt and pommel, showing traces of gilding. Plated 32.75" blade with VRI amid foilage and Royal Coat of Arms, also a plated scabbard with two hanging loops.

Lot 98: AN EARLY OFFICERS 'WILKINSON' SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £180 - £220

Description: AN EARLY OFFICERS 'WILKINSON' SWORD. An officers sword by Henry Wilkinson. Pall Mall. London. numbered 7315 on the backedge. Brass hilt and scabbard, with folding guard and sword knot attached. 32.5" haevy blade with foilage and VR under a radiant crown. 2/3rds fuller and a clean blade showing very little rusting or staining, slight nicks to the front edge in places. Some dents to the brass scabbard, fitted with two hanging loops. See Illustration

Lot 99: A VICTORIAN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £120 - £150

Description: A VICTORIAN OFFICERS SWORD. A General Officers picket sword with brass hilt and scabbard. The lightweight slender blade of 33", is decorated with a crown and Royal Coat of Arms, amid foilage. To the Queen, Hawkes & co, Piccadilly. London. W. marked. Sword & Baton in the hilt and on the blade, brass scabbard with several dents evident.

Lot 122: JEFFERSON, THOMAS. Autograph Letter Signed, "Th:Jefferson," to James Madison,

by Swann Auction Galleries

May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST

New York, NY, USA

Estimated Price: $15,000 - $25,000

Description: ALEXANDER I: "THE WATCHMAN OF TYRANNY FOR EUROPE" JEFFERSON, THOMAS. Autograph Letter Signed, "Th:Jefferson," to James Madison, returning a letter from Mr. [Richard?] Rush [not present], confirming Mr. [Jeremy?] Bentham's negative opinion of Alexander [Emperor of Russia], suggesting that Alexander might redeem himself by entering into a war with the Turks, and conveying travel plans. 1/2 page, 4to; marginal areas of minor discoloration affecting text at upper and right edges, folds, bold signature. Monticello, 12 May 1822

Lot 138: AN OFFICERS SWORD.

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £100 - £200

Description: AN OFFICERS SWORD. An officers Heavy Cavalry sword with EDV11 cypher on the extremely clean 35.75" blade. Marked Hobson & Sons 1-3-5 Lexington St, London. W. The 1896 'Pattern' sword has a steel scabbard and twin ring mounts, with some rust evident. The very crisp blade with 3/4 fuller, the hilt has rust inside and outside the 'Honeysuckle' guard bowl.

Lot 180: A Victorian officer's dress sword and scabbard,

by Hampstead Auctions Ltd

May 23, 2013, 1:00 PM GMT

Hampstead, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £120 - £180

Description: A Victorian officer's dress sword and scabbard, all mounts gilt, complete with cord and tassel, the blade etched ''Cook& Co. Clifford St. London W.''. Length. 96cm.

Lot 192: An Officers 1897 pttn sword

by Lawrences

May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM GMT

Crewkerne, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £80 - £120

Description: An Officers 1897 pttn sword

Lot 536: George V artillery officers sword,straight blade

by Clevedon Salerooms Ltd.

May 23, 2013, 10:30 AM GMT

Clevedon, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £80 - £120

Description: George V artillery officers sword,straight blade 80.5cm, etched with George V cipher & G.R. Whitaker R.F.A. three bar hilt with wire bound fish-skin grip

Condition Report: Blade heavily rusted and tip missing approx. 10mm, the twisted wire to the handle with losses - ** General condition consistent with age

Lot 537: Elizabeth II Royal Airforce officers sword,single

by Clevedon Salerooms Ltd.

May 23, 2013, 10:30 AM GMT

Clevedon, United Kingdom

Estimated Price: £250 - £350

Description: Elizabeth II Royal Airforce officers sword,single edged 82cm blade by Wilkinson Sword Ltd, etched with Royal Arms and blank panels, no. 87875, gilt brass hilt with air-force eagle on guard with crown over ERII. Eagle head pommel, wire bound white fish-skin grip, bullion dress knot in its black leather scabbard with three gilt mounts, complete with bullion dress belt by Wilkinson

Condition Report: Blade in good order though with some light rusting/pitting to the tip, leather scabbard with one crease and general wear and dents to the brass fittings of the scabbard - ** General condition consistent with age

Lot 958: French Napoleonic style officers sword with blued

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $2,000

Description: French Napoleonic style officers sword with blued and gilt blade retaining its original scabbard and in very good plus condition. There is a makers mark beneath the guard which we cannot quite make out but may be a K. and K. The blade measures 27¾" and the sword is 32 ½" overall. The blade measures nearly 1" at the widest part near the ricasso. The rear 9 ¼" of the blade is blued and gilted and approximately 75% remains. There is some scattered light rust and erosion but verygood overall with most of its bright polish and blue. The hilt shows most of its original gold plate aging nicely and the checkered black hard wood grip scales are very good plus. The scabbard is also good to very good shows considerable goldgilt but is missing its tip. An attractive and classic French Empire sword. Est.: $1,000-$2,000.

Lot 1361: U.S. Model 1852 Naval officer's sword in good

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $400 - $800

Description: U.S. Model 1852 Naval officer's sword in good condition with scabbard showing no makers markings. The hilt shows cast dolphins and shark skin or ray skin wrapped handle with double brass wire. The sword is in good to very good conditionshowing just normal aging and the leather scabbard is also good with minor scrapes and scuffs. The scabbard show a good tight seam and is generally good overall. The original drags and hangers are retained. The blade is the somewhat thinnerversion and is probably 1870 or shortly after. Est.: $400- $800.

Lot 1390: U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword with throat

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $600 - $1,200

Description: U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword with throat of scabbard marked Palmers & Bachelor - Boston, U.S. Regulation. The blade is unmarked and shows some light etching and remains in good condition with some wear. The hilt and brass mountings onscabbard show a deep matching patina that is turned almost red. The grip is in good to very good condition and shows all its original wire wrap. The leather on scabbard shows some cracking and crazing but is at least good with some smallareas of repair. A very unusual marking. Est.: $600 -$1,200.

Lot 1391: U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword with scabbard

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $700 - $1,400

Description: U.S. Model 1850 foot officer's sword with scabbard showing Tiffany & Co. New York agent marking and warranted wrought iron etched on reverse with Soligen makers mark (PDL) and etched blade showing U.S. and Eagle. The grip is sharkskin wrappedwith brass wire. The condition is good to very good showing some normal aging. The leather scabbard is good with normal deteriorations opening in the seam, slight flaking and etc. The grip is in good condition and the brass shows agood patina. Est. $700-$1,400.

Lot 1433: U.S. Eagle head officers sword with curved blade

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,800

Description: U.S. Eagle head officers sword with curved blade circa about 1810-30s retaining original scabbard. The blade measures 30 ½" and sword is 36" overall. The blade shows engraved figures of American Eagle, stand of arms, scrolls andconsiderable traces of original blue and guilt. Blade is good to very good. The sheath shows a fancy Eagle guard with Eagle had pommel. The grip is fluted bone and the scabbard shows traces of silver on the brass mounts. The scabbard is ingood condition with some cracking but a tight seam and just normal aging. A very nice Eagle head officers sword with a fancier than normal hilt. Est.: $900-$1,800.

Lot 1687: Japanese World War II era Officer's sword in

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $600 - $1,200

Description: Japanese World War II era Officer's sword in traditional samurai style with military mountings and makers signed on the tang with Arsenal stamp also. The blade is in good to very good condition showing a bumpy temper line similar to the earlier moon over Fuji style. There is some light erosion towards the forward 12" but still at least very good plus to near fine and would clean nicely. The mounts are in good to very good condition and there is a leather covering for the scabbard which is black lacquer beneath. The blade measures 25 ½" along the cutting edge and the sword is 37" overall. There is a blue and brown woven cord attached probably for Marine. A silk carrying bag is included which is Japanese made and of thecorrect period from one of San Diego's oldest collectors estate who purchased directly from GI's returning from World War II and who collected only until the 1960s. Est.: $600-$1200.

Lot 1688: Nazi era German officers sword in good condition

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $300 - $600

Description: Nazi era German officers sword in good condition with scabbard and green and silver sword knot. The blade shows 90% plus original nickel, just some minor beginning erosion and slight aging. The blade is marked Luneschloss. The brass hilt showsNazi Eagle and about 40% to 60% Gold plate. The grip is good with good wire wrap. The scabbard shows 80% black enameled original paint with some scratches and losses. From one of San Diego's oldest and most well-known collectors estate.Est.: $300-$600.

Lot 1742: Springfield Model 1902 officers sword with fancy

by Little John's Auction Service

May 23, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Orange, CA, USA

Estimated Price: $250 - $500

Description: Springfield Model 1902 officers sword with fancy etched blade inscribed William W. Harris JR. The blade is in very good plus to near fine condition showing one minor nick at the edge and some slight losses of finish. The scabbard shows erosion andpitting but is generally good with only a couple of minor dents. The hilt shows a couple of hits and normal aging. The grip is good to very good Springfield Armory made only a few models of swords and they are scarce. Est.: $250-$500

Lot 8229: WWII GERMAN EAGLE HEAD SWORD POMMEL

by Affiliated Auctions & Realty LLC

May 23, 2013, 5:30 PM EST

Tallahassee, FL, USA

Estimated Price: $60 - $120

Description: Brass eagle head pommel for a WWII German dress sword. Very good condition.

Lot 289: A Naval Officers Sword with Scabbard, together

by Jacobs & Hunt

2013

United Kingdom

Estimated Price: Log in or create account to view price data

Description: A Naval Officers Sword with Scabbard, together with a brass four draw telescope by Steward, London

Lot 2884: HAWAII (74) 1896 ADVERTISING COVER, DEAD LETTER OFFICE SERVICE MARK

by Regency-Superior Auctioneers

May 24, 2013, 9:00 AM EST

St. Louis, MO, USA

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $1,650

Description: Hobron Drug Co, Honolulu corner card and full back advertisement for Putnam's Cherry Cough Comfort printed in red. Cover was locally dropped, but undeliverable and bears Hawaiian Advertised backstamp, purple Dead Letter Office double ring mark and double straightline 'Pas Reclame/Unclaimed' purple handstamp with ornament, Meyer-Harris 751, 754, and 767, respectively. Franked with 1¢ yellow stamp. Clear and solid strikes. Rare combo of markings, especially on illustrated advertising cover.

Condition Report: C

Lot 14: U.S. NAVY OFFICER'S DRESS SWORD BELT, SHOULDER

by Constantine & Pletcher

May 25, 2013, 12:00 PM EST

Cheswick, PA, USA

Estimated Price: $50 - $100

Description: U.S. NAVY OFFICER'S DRESS SWORD BELT, SHOULDER BOARDS, BARS AND A MARINE CORPS W HITE BELT & BUCKLE.

Lot 22: NAZI GERMAN NON-COM OFFICER'S DRESS SWORD. (no

by Constantine & Pletcher

May 25, 2013, 12:00 PM EST

Cheswick, PA, USA

Estimated Price: $50 - $100

Description: NAZI GERMAN NON-COM OFFICER'S DRESS SWORD. (no scabbard). With 35" blade (note : tip bent). Marked .....Waffen.

Lot 32: U.S. MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD. With faint

by Constantine & Pletcher

May 25, 2013, 12:00 PM EST

Cheswick, PA, USA

Estimated Price: $50 - $100

Description: U.S. MODEL 1850 FOOT OFFICER'S SWORD. With faint etched US and shield, scratche d initials L.C.Z. Loose grip wraps and a dark patina.

Lot 74: GERMAN WWI ARTILLERY OFFICER'S SWORD. With 31"

by Constantine & Pletcher

May 25, 2013, 12:00 PM EST

Cheswick, PA, USA

Estimated Price: $50 - $100

Description: GERMAN WWI ARTILLERY OFFICER'S SWORD. With 31" etched blade with 11th regt. nam e. (Note: scabbard dented).

Lot 88: A sword

by Czerny's International Auction House

May 25, 2013, 10:00 AM CET

Sarzana (SP), Italy

Estimated Price: €500 - €600

Description: Straight, double-edged blade of lenticular section, ribbed at the base, with small engravings depicting spirals and geometrical motifs at the forte; bronze quillon decorated with bas-relieved dragon head with remains of silver plating on a side, pommel en suite, silver ring-nut, horn grip with floral chiselling. Wooden scabbard with mother of pearl tarsia depicting floral motifs, silver mounts with bas-relieved decorations. provenance: Vietnam dimensions: length 75 cm. dating: 19th Century

Lot 132: An artillery officers dress sword completed with steel and leather scabbards and associated belts and swagger stick

by Maynards Fine Art & Antiques

May 25, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Vancouver , BC, Canada

Estimated Price: CAD300 - CAD500

Description: An artillery officers dress sword completed with steel and leather scabbards and associated belts and swagger stick

Lot 133: A Royal Navy sword by Williamson,

by Maynards Fine Art & Antiques

May 25, 2013, 11:00 AM PST

Vancouver , BC, Canada

Estimated Price: CAD250 - CAD350

Description: A Royal Navy sword by Williamson, with lion's head pommel, leather scabbard and belt