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21BG-A276 HORSTMANN SWORD

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:525.00 USD Estimated At:1,750.00 - 3,500.00 USD
21BG-A276 HORSTMANN SWORD
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U.S. Naval Officer’s sword with fancy pewter grip and etched blade marked “Wm. Horstmann & Sons, Philadelphia”. Showing dolphin on guard and eagle on top of the pommel, acorns and piercing on single branch hilt. The blade is etched with stands of arms and “U.S.N” on banner, fowled anchor, stars, scrolls and Horstmann Logo on one side, and American eagle and similar motifs on reverse with iron proof at top of the spine. The blade isabout fine with frosty etching and original polish. Etching extends 16” from hilt down blade of 28 ½” and 35” overall. The scabbard is sharkskin with plain mounts and overall, the condition is near fine. The mounts aremarked “48” in small die stamps. Mid to late 19th century. Est.: $1750-$3500