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U.S. C. Roby Civil War Era Model 1860 Cavalry Sabre with Scabbard and Hanger

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:375.00 USD Estimated At:NA
U.S. C. Roby Civil War Era Model 1860 Cavalry Sabre with Scabbard and Hanger
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Estimate: $900 - 1300
Curved double fuller blade, 35 inches long, with "US/1865/A.G.M" on the right ricasso and "C. ROBY/W. CHELMSFORD/MASS" on the left. Brass 2-branch guard, with "M" stamped at the base of the knuckle guard and a wire wrapped leather grip. With an iron scabbard, marked "D.F.M" on the drag, brown leather hanging straps and a brass cartridge belt hook marked "FRANKFORT ARSENAL" on the catch and "U.S." in script on the hook.
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Condition: Fine, showing some light spotting and dark spots on the fine original bright blade, a mixed patina on the brass, and minor wear on the leather. Scabbard is also fine, with a mixed patina and light spotting. Hanger leather shows mild cracking and scuffs.