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Two Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer's Swords

Sell one like this
$461$375
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2763TLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 28, 2014 10:00AM

Description:

Two Model 1860 Staff & Field Officer's Swords, c. late 19th century, a sword with a brass hilt, shagreen and wire-wrapped grip, steel blade engraved and marked W.M./REED/& SON/BOSTON., and a steel scabbard with brass fittings, a sword with a brass hilt, shagreen and wire-wrapped grip, and a steel blade marked WM READ/& SONS/BOSTON/MASS and a steel scabbard with brass fittings.

Provenance: From the collection of the late Peter F. Frazier and M. Prudence Fleck.
Estimate $300-500

Both swords in very good condition.


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.

Keywords

steel blade, steel scabbard, Field Officer, Peter F. Frazier, M. Prudence Fleck