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Lot 2166:Emerson & Silver Model 1850 Staff & Field Sword w/Scabbard

December 1st, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 2166:Emerson & Silver Model 1850 Staff & Field Sword w/Scabbard

December 1st, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Exceptional Emerson & Silver Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer Sword with Scabbard

Measuring 37 1/2 inches overall, with a 32 3/8 inch double fuller blade, decorated on each side with an etched panel of patriotic and martial motifs, and the "EMERSON/& SILVER/TRENTON" address on the left ricasso. The gilt brass hilt is decorated with scroll and floral motifs, including pierced-through vines and "US" between the guard branches, an engraved American Eagle and shield on the back of the pommel, and a braided wire wrapped sharkskin grip. With an iron scabbard, fitted with engraved and gilt brass fittings.

ConditionExcellent. Some light spotting and handling marks are visible on the excellent blade, with the hilt showing 85% plus original gilding, with well aged brass visible on the high points and minimal wear on the grip. The scabbard body shows an aged brown patina, with some light spots and handling marks.
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TypeOther
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Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1417
Catalog page100
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